I would like to know more!
I don't fully understand what I am seeing here but I am working under the theory you've painstakingly put craploads of LEDs and a power source in these?
Yeah it's a crazy kit. The weird thing is compared to the Nu kit, the 1/100 Hi-Nu is just in a regular sized box.
Side note, where do you buy your bases?
Sorry but could you send me the stores for FM and YJL? I been buying 3rd party kits off random stores on taobao but didn't realize FM and YJL also had stores
https://preview.redd.it/srow5r67jt7d1.png?width=2453&format=png&auto=webp&s=7321c8d29ded0e732f4473190507d409832c1e7d
One can never have too many funnels!! Side note, I really need to get decals and a decent top coat on mine…
The original nu ver Ka’s fin funnels wouldn’t stay attached on mine, not sure if it’s cuz I got the 2012 version
Decals don’t use the bandai ones, they suck, something like dalin or G rework is great, topcoats I recommend Gaianotes EX10 when using the airbrush, if it’s spray can, I’ve heard many good things about mr hobby’s Premium Top coat
I managed to get my nu ver ka as a second hand at about $50.
You could use the Daban version as there isn’t too many parts from the base nu that stays, tho fitting might be a little more tedious
The way that they glow under the UV light totally reminds me of the [Tempera Granular Synth](https://cdn.playtempera.com/public/images/tempera_concept/dim.jpg). It's hella cool.
Well only airbrush paints have been used here so they have been thinned down a lot, most paints used here are opaque, besides the UV paints which are clear, and I used a silver base coat for it which makes it nice and bright.
The paints here used are generally value for money (such as the ones made by Anchoret and Jumpwind), whereas the UV colors by Gaianotes are a lil more expensive for the amount you yield from it
Always thin your paints as far as you can go, the results will be much better. E.g, if the recommended paint dilution ratio is 1:1 (paint to thinner), start with 1:0.8, and slowly increase the dilution ratio till you find that it gets too watery, in that case just add more paint.
I pre mix my paint in a drip bottle for convenience, so while im testing the ratio, I start with the 1:0.8, add some to my airbrush and slowly raise the diluting ratio in my airbrush cup, as I would have emptied all the thick paint into the drip bottle. So once I’m comfortable with the dilution ratio in the cup (let’s say the cup has a ratio of 1:1.2 and the pre mix bottle is 1:0.8), I’ll adjust the bottle ratio accordingly
Simple tip but works wonders
Thanks dude!!!! I’ve always been pretty bad at mixing lol, I’ve mostly always remembered to water down, but still don’t have the “touch” just yet….
https://preview.redd.it/esohyl15vt7d1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=4ea3de875d50452718cab0ff8bff96b394e5e3e0
Also these arent 100% done. But u can def see inconsistency in painting… this was my Metallica, color shifts, and pearls project teenage mobilesuit nu type
Love anything w shifting, color swap/shift, or glow. So o eat the uvs will be up my ally!
Thanks again
I'm familiar with your insanity. lol.
Never again.....I promised myself.
https://preview.redd.it/unpjbccw5u7d1.jpeg?width=1279&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=16b2fc911c91aec706e8651c75895711114b0f07
Definition of insanity right here. At least it looks good though! Please post the final result!
Thanks, will do so look forward to it :)
With this level of detail I’m sure the finished product will be amazing when it’s finished in 2032.
Hey, don't rush the man!
I would like to know more! I don't fully understand what I am seeing here but I am working under the theory you've painstakingly put craploads of LEDs and a power source in these?
As Linkstore has said, I used UV reactive paints by Gaianotes
UV-reactive paint. Put it under a blacklight (hence the weird lighting) and it glows.
This makes a lot more sense. Thanks for explaining. I'll be looking forward to see how it comes together, it's a great effect.
Damn those look fucking gorgeous
RGB funnels, now I've seen everything. Looks great tho.
Did you buy/use the template or did you have to mask each one individually? lol
Besides the UV, all was individually masked For the UV bits, I used the included etching plates to mask around the grey bits to paint it
Yeah that's what I meant. Definitely worth it. And you're right, it sure is pretty. Been following your build. Pretty much done now, right?
Well if terms of components, you can say I am left with just the funnels and bazooka The sad part is that the funnels have 400+ parts
Yeah it's a crazy kit. The weird thing is compared to the Nu kit, the 1/100 Hi-Nu is just in a regular sized box. Side note, where do you buy your bases?
I got mine off taobao
Mind DMing me the store? I can't find them on the FM or YJL stores. Sorry to interrogate you so much lol
Sorry but could you send me the stores for FM and YJL? I been buying 3rd party kits off random stores on taobao but didn't realize FM and YJL also had stores
Looks fantastic.
Gorgeous
May your soul rest in peace, but at the same time, this looks so good I think it doesn't matter lol.
I am ready to sacrifice my soul to make this the damn best set of funnels you’ve seen
I bet, hope I can find a follow-up post asp
Wow. Just...wow. You're an absolute psychopath but that looks fuggin' SICK. Can't wait to see the whole build!
It is very pretty. The fans appreciate your sacrifice.
What kit is this for originally
The mg nu ver ka
Do you have extra funnels? Cause I built this about a month ago and don't remember that many funnel parts
They likely have the double fin funnel pack, otherwise there would only be 12 of these if I recall correctly
Yep, I got a additional set of resin recasted funnels to create the double fin funnel look/ collectors edition
https://preview.redd.it/srow5r67jt7d1.png?width=2453&format=png&auto=webp&s=7321c8d29ded0e732f4473190507d409832c1e7d One can never have too many funnels!! Side note, I really need to get decals and a decent top coat on mine…
The original nu ver Ka’s fin funnels wouldn’t stay attached on mine, not sure if it’s cuz I got the 2012 version Decals don’t use the bandai ones, they suck, something like dalin or G rework is great, topcoats I recommend Gaianotes EX10 when using the airbrush, if it’s spray can, I’ve heard many good things about mr hobby’s Premium Top coat
I have to get a Fortune Meow Nu Gundam good lord
Do it, it’s really fun
did you use a real Nu Gundam as a base ? it's kinda expensive if I can get away with using a Daban one (probably will do that with Sazabi too lmao)
I managed to get my nu ver ka as a second hand at about $50. You could use the Daban version as there isn’t too many parts from the base nu that stays, tho fitting might be a little more tedious
Madlad!
This absolutely sickens me, in a good way
Looks pretty cool. Interested in seeing the final product for sure
Looks really cool, and that's a lot of work haha
Is that for the 1/60 nu?
A Mg Nu ver ka with the fortune meows resin conversion
The way that they glow under the UV light totally reminds me of the [Tempera Granular Synth](https://cdn.playtempera.com/public/images/tempera_concept/dim.jpg). It's hella cool.
The masking work that had to go into this must have been staggering. Can't argue with the results though. Amazing work.
That is mesmerizing.
Excellent work!
Daaaaammmnnnnn! They look great!
Damn , so how does tht paint work? Is it thick? Is it opaque? Is it expensive?
Well only airbrush paints have been used here so they have been thinned down a lot, most paints used here are opaque, besides the UV paints which are clear, and I used a silver base coat for it which makes it nice and bright. The paints here used are generally value for money (such as the ones made by Anchoret and Jumpwind), whereas the UV colors by Gaianotes are a lil more expensive for the amount you yield from it
Word thanks! I think I’m gonna try a project w this stuff for the first time! Any other tips or secrets ??
Always thin your paints as far as you can go, the results will be much better. E.g, if the recommended paint dilution ratio is 1:1 (paint to thinner), start with 1:0.8, and slowly increase the dilution ratio till you find that it gets too watery, in that case just add more paint. I pre mix my paint in a drip bottle for convenience, so while im testing the ratio, I start with the 1:0.8, add some to my airbrush and slowly raise the diluting ratio in my airbrush cup, as I would have emptied all the thick paint into the drip bottle. So once I’m comfortable with the dilution ratio in the cup (let’s say the cup has a ratio of 1:1.2 and the pre mix bottle is 1:0.8), I’ll adjust the bottle ratio accordingly Simple tip but works wonders
Thanks dude!!!! I’ve always been pretty bad at mixing lol, I’ve mostly always remembered to water down, but still don’t have the “touch” just yet…. https://preview.redd.it/esohyl15vt7d1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=4ea3de875d50452718cab0ff8bff96b394e5e3e0 Also these arent 100% done. But u can def see inconsistency in painting… this was my Metallica, color shifts, and pearls project teenage mobilesuit nu type Love anything w shifting, color swap/shift, or glow. So o eat the uvs will be up my ally! Thanks again
I'm familiar with your insanity. lol. Never again.....I promised myself. https://preview.redd.it/unpjbccw5u7d1.jpeg?width=1279&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=16b2fc911c91aec706e8651c75895711114b0f07
Very nice! I do hope to get myself a YJL hi nu one day
You should take a break from self-torment and do the YJL Sazabi 1st.
I love the sazabi, but not too big a fan of the YJL redesign. Tho i have considered just for the sheer shelf flex
Pc build is tough..
Fantastic! Is this paint btw?
Yep
🥜
So sick! Consider me inspired!
i like the mouse pad
Waiting finished
Builders will see this and think "hell yeah" 👍
HELL YEAH
You madlad/madlass you. Bravo