Chris74 Posted February 26, 2023 Share Posted February 26, 2023 Hi everyone, does anybody know if someone made mods of this https://www.ebay.it/itm/404137695081?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=wbwf_lgrsts&sssrc=2349624&ssuid=kBuzXyGnT7i&var=&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY to look more like the original, eg tint and eyes and if anyone produces pieces I could use to mod one, again the eyes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Martian Gil Posted February 26, 2023 Share Posted February 26, 2023 It's a fun robot nd a fave of several collectors. I have a clunker og piece and a repro. Surprisingly, the repro is slightly longer among a couple other slight diffs. I can post some comparative pics for you in an hour pr two. Cheers! 7 hours ago, Chris74 said: Hi everyone, does anybody know if someone made mods of this I would also feel that John / Robothut did several mods of these - there is also a remote repro piece (Galaxy Robot) I think. Both are fun for toying with... pun intended. Find the Robothut online and search his modifications/project lists - i would bet a donut that he's been there and done that Good luck and have fun! I'll post some pics later for you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris74 Posted February 26, 2023 Author Share Posted February 26, 2023 Thanks, no it seems there are no mods of this on robothut Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Martian Gil Posted February 26, 2023 Share Posted February 26, 2023 Well, i might owe you a donut as well as the pics, lol. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Martian Gil Posted February 26, 2023 Share Posted February 26, 2023 Here are the "repro" or knock-off versions. The quality is so-so. Brand new out of the box, the Galaxy (left side) had an issue with a bent leg linkage. I have plans for that... if I ever get to him. For the fellow or the right - the colors just missed the mark. Still a cool robot. The og Conehead rocks, of course - mine has issues, but I do not think I'll be adding ears or a topper. If I do, nothing permanente anyway I don't know if this answers your questions, but the comparisons might be helpful. Getting those rounded eyes would be the key - in my opinion, the eyes are what snagged me. Good luck and let me know if you'd like other shots! I know Mike & Oz (among others) have excellent Conehead examples if "better conditioned photos are of help. Cheers! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris74 Posted February 26, 2023 Author Share Posted February 26, 2023 The original is so beautiful! It stunned ever since I saw it first on 1000 Tin Toys. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Martian Gil Posted February 26, 2023 Share Posted February 26, 2023 It grew on me - was not one that i'd ever thought to add, but there have been some great pieces shown around lately. Also, I love the thought of the possible connection between Tetsuijn 26 / Jet Boy perhaps influencing this fellow with that conical head. Gigantor / Tetsujin 28 is a fave... Here is a cool thread about the possible connection and a pic with one of Brian's gems. I'm only missing that fantastic box that Ozzy has... ears, top of his head... lol Cheers, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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