spencer1984

Continuing my series of 1/24 scale Transformers characters, I present Generation 1 Kup! The body is a 3D printed piece I drew up, everything else is scratch built or heavily modified to fit. He was designed to go with the Hot Rod/Rodimus Prime figures I currently have, which are more or less 1/24 out of the box: For anyone familiar wih the franchise, a scene inspired by the 1986 movie:

Great looking little Vespa, nice work!

Nicely done!

Fantastic work on this!

Outstanding job on this, that turned out fantastic!

Thank you!

Thanks, guys!

Very cool, nicely done!

EL wire might be an option, especially for making a diorama out of it. Doing that really deserves a full lighting kit for the car, too...and down the rabbit hole we go!

Outstanding work on one of the most frustrating kits out there - great job!

Yes, I used the CD3-058 Silverado grille from Canuck 3D Model Parts. It dropped right in and had great detail.

Thanks! I wasn't sure about the flames out of the box, but I have to admit once they're painted they're a fun accessory.

Very clean work, and I really like all the small details and upgrades you've included!

Nicely done!

Great looking set! I kept thinking Iwanted to try that locomotive, nice to see one built up.

Great job on this!

That's a great take on the T'rantula, excellent work!

Excellent build!

Impressive work, that turned out great!

Awesome job on this!

Very clean, nice work!

Very cool, nicely done!

Another great looking build, nice work!

UPDATE! First, after trying a few options, I decided to use decals to knock down the extra bright, extra clear headlight lenses and make them look more like the sealed beam units used at the time. Here's a comparison, the original lens on the outside and the new lens by the grille: While I was fiddling with it, I also made a new license plate (the one in the kit just didn't look right) and painted up the camera, remote control unit, and flame trail acccessories that were included in the kit:

Excellent build!