One of my dream projects is to restore my original Kenner Death Star Droid to his former glory. He's currently missing an arm and his overall condition looks like he barely survived nuclear fallout. This video proves it can be done and gives me hope. J$H Friday 12.09.2022 8:40 PM
Thank you & please subscribe for more! You're right, it can be done w/ the process in the video. There's definitely a learning cure to each step but the results are pretty good. I wouldn't say that it's 100% like new but a very close 85 to 90 percent due to using paint, topcoat, etc., instead of the original manufacturing process. Thanks for the comment! We really appreciate it. :)
Love the shoutout from Mr. BŌbot 👍Had to laugh when the Droid was on stilts 🤣Great result though, we have very similar thought processes, thinking about order of operations etc - one day maybe we can think about a collaboration 🤘
Thanks! lol "stilts" Yep... I've learned to plan, plan, plan, the hard way... so many mistakes years ago. These videos can make things look easy when in fact there's a lot more to it. A collaboration would be great! 👍Let me know...
I do customs, my collection is fully private, I don't bootleg figures. But, I once got so frustrated trying to acquire the modern version of the RA-7 droid, that I bought two C-3P0s, made a clay pressing of the chest of this 1977 figure, and the head. Using my Dremel and the castings I made, I made the shiny silver one, and the glossy gunmetal black one.
Brilliant video sir. Ive done mine in almost the exact same way however, i was worried about using clear coat as my results were dulled down. How long do you leave the chrome paint to dry if you dont mind me asking?? Keep up the fantwork.
Thank you! I let the chrome paint dry for at least 24 hours. For the clearcoat, it's all about how you spray it on. Using my airbrush, it does at first go on a bit fuzzy but you keep spraying and allow it to "pool", and when it does, it gets clearer. Hope that helps... :)
I'm gonna have a dabble at rechroming some toys soon. What is the benefit of using lacquer after is this similar to me using varnish on action figures?
The reason that I use (Alclad II Lacquers Gloss Klear Kote) is b/c it's the only one that won't remove the mirror reflectiveness of the chrome paint. Most other topcoats will. 2nd, it's been my experience over years of trial and error that these chrome paints never fully cure. They will dry to light touch, but that's not enough for what I do. Most of the time I really need to handle the painted pieces, so that's why I use the topcoat to protect it. But, every toy restorer has their own rhyme and reason and method for chroming. My advice is to practice a lot on some plastic spoons. Practice putting on the chrome and especially applying the topcoat. I usually apply mine with my airbrush and there is a very specific way I do it to get the best result possible. I apply it up close and wet... that means that I let the topcoat collect or "pool" before moving to a new section of the piece. Let me know how it goes and if you have any questions.. :)
I think the rubber string (I use it for beading elastic, and have lots of it around that is too thin of gauge for stone beads, will take into account the new usefulness) technique looks safer than the techniques I have used in the past, tiny drop of cyanoacrylate glue, work the arm or leg joint the entire time until it becomes tighter, but does not have time to solidify. Tricky, and needs to be done right.
It is less risky than the glue or floor polish method IMO. Also, since I was painting the toy, I didn't want to paint over any glue or floor polish residue. Thanks for watching and the comment! :)
One of my dream projects is to restore my original Kenner Death Star Droid to his former glory. He's currently missing an arm and his overall condition looks like he barely survived nuclear fallout. This video proves it can be done and gives me hope. J$H Friday 12.09.2022 8:40 PM
Thank you & please subscribe for more! You're right, it can be done w/ the process in the video. There's definitely a learning cure to each step but the results are pretty good. I wouldn't say that it's 100% like new but a very close 85 to 90 percent due to using paint, topcoat, etc., instead of the original manufacturing process. Thanks for the comment! We really appreciate it. :)
@@MisterBobot For sure. just subscribed and looking forward to more.
Love the shoutout from Mr. BŌbot 👍Had to laugh when the Droid was on stilts 🤣Great result though, we have very similar thought processes, thinking about order of operations etc - one day maybe we can think about a collaboration 🤘
Thanks! lol "stilts" Yep... I've learned to plan, plan, plan, the hard way... so many mistakes years ago. These videos can make things look easy when in fact there's a lot more to it. A collaboration would be great! 👍Let me know...
@@MisterBobot Collaborations, eh? You and mr bobot are gonna be youtube famous! hehe😁
@@Crasher1982 lol :) I'll remind Mr. Bobot to not let all the fame and fortune go to his head! :)
@@MisterBobot Good idea! ;)
awww Mr Bobot said hello that little boy :) Cheers! 😁
He almost forgot about it too! ;)
@@MisterBobot That little boy will be so happy he didn't forget :)
@@Crasher1982 😁
Very interesting technique. So shiny.
Thank you! We appreciate the watch and comment! :)
Hope you enjoy this Vintage Star Wars figure restoration video. Please feel free to leave a comment and don't forget to subscribe! Thanks... :)
I love watching you work. I find it kind of relaxing....and I learn things I can apply to my gobots! :)
@@Crasher1982 Thank you! I'm glad you found the restorations useful for your own Gobots.
素晴らしい！！😮 That is amazing. Great Job Hombre!
Thanks! I really appreciate you taking the time to watch my videos... :)
Looks great
Thank you! :)
I like clear Vinyl Bead Sring for This works really well to tighten Joints
It did a good job and hid out of sight very well. :)
Wow! It looks brand new! Great job!
Thank you very much JP! :) And thanks for watching and leaving a comment!
Amazing!
Thank you Steven! :)
Amazing job!
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Fantastic Mike another great video, addictive watching 👍
Thanks Simon... I appreciate the watch, comment, and support! :)
Merry Christmas/Happy Holidays, Mikey and Mr Bobot!!! Enjoy the holidays!!
Thank you! You too! :)
another great video. keep it up!
Thank you! I appreciate the watch and comment... :)
I do customs, my collection is fully private, I don't bootleg figures. But, I once got so frustrated trying to acquire the modern version of the RA-7 droid, that I bought two C-3P0s, made a clay pressing of the chest of this 1977 figure, and the head. Using my Dremel and the castings I made, I made the shiny silver one, and the glossy gunmetal black one.
That sounds very cool!
Happy New Year, Mikey & Mr Bobot!
You too! Thanks! :)
Brilliant video sir. Ive done mine in almost the exact same way however, i was worried about using clear coat as my results were dulled down. How long do you leave the chrome paint to dry if you dont mind me asking??
Keep up the fantwork.
Thank you! I let the chrome paint dry for at least 24 hours. For the clearcoat, it's all about how you spray it on. Using my airbrush, it does at first go on a bit fuzzy but you keep spraying and allow it to "pool", and when it does, it gets clearer. Hope that helps... :)
Thats brilliant advice matey, thankyou.
@@MisterBobot
@@dazthedarklord774 Np... :)
I'm gonna have a dabble at rechroming some toys soon. What is the benefit of using lacquer after is this similar to me using varnish on action figures?
The reason that I use (Alclad II Lacquers Gloss Klear Kote) is b/c it's the only one that won't remove the mirror reflectiveness of the chrome paint. Most other topcoats will. 2nd, it's been my experience over years of trial and error that these chrome paints never fully cure. They will dry to light touch, but that's not enough for what I do. Most of the time I really need to handle the painted pieces, so that's why I use the topcoat to protect it. But, every toy restorer has their own rhyme and reason and method for chroming. My advice is to practice a lot on some plastic spoons. Practice putting on the chrome and especially applying the topcoat. I usually apply mine with my airbrush and there is a very specific way I do it to get the best result possible. I apply it up close and wet... that means that I let the topcoat collect or "pool" before moving to a new section of the piece. Let me know how it goes and if you have any questions.. :)
hi, nice video! is there a way to crack open these without breaking them? I need to make a whole from a couple of broken ones.
kind regards
Hi! Thank you for subscribing! I'm not 100% sure. You may need to remove the metal rivet from the back to get the figure apart.
I think the rubber string (I use it for beading elastic, and have lots of it around that is too thin of gauge for stone beads, will take into account the new usefulness) technique looks safer than the techniques I have used in the past, tiny drop of cyanoacrylate glue, work the arm or leg joint the entire time until it becomes tighter, but does not have time to solidify. Tricky, and needs to be done right.
It is less risky than the glue or floor polish method IMO. Also, since I was painting the toy, I didn't want to paint over any glue or floor polish residue. Thanks for watching and the comment! :)
Congrats on reaching 350 subs! :) Btw would you like mayo on those subs? ;)
Hey Thanks! Mr. Bobot is on Twitter now... :)
@@MisterBobot :)
String to tighten up a loose joint? 🤔 would this work for a gobot?
Possibly... I've used the string to tighten joints on bots before. It kind of depends what type of joint it is, etc...
@@MisterBobot Cool. I'll keep it in mind :)
@@MisterBobot btw you do chrome a certain way so you can do over if you make a mistake....That's how I painted a new chest piece for Crasher.
@@Crasher1982 Kind of.. if I make a mistake I just throw it into rubbing alcohol and it comes right off to try again...
@@MisterBobot I got a wet cloth and used it to wipe the paint off when I made a mistake. :) Your idea works too though :)
Tommy said it looks brand new again
Nice! Please tell Tommy, thank you very much... :)
Use modge podge
Hi George... I've never used it before. How is it?