The Energon Pub

by **Tramp** » Thu Jan 04, 2007 5:04 pm

Greyryder wrote:I still say there's no reason that TFs couldn't have the necessary mechanisms to allow the tracks to seperate. There could be all manner of technology in each one of those track links. They don't have to be the simple metal plates of earth tanks.

Actually, there is plenty of reason why they couldn’t, and, yes, caterpillar treads do have to be simple metal plates linked together. Otherwise, they wouldn’t function or support the weight of the vehicle. Caterpillar treads are one of the most low-tech forms of locomotion, aside from wheels, and that simplisity is necessary for it to function. A caterpillar tread is a simple continuous belt of heavy metal plates linked together surrounding a set of wheels. If you cut the belt, it falls open. Nothing will stop that. There is no place for any gimmicks, or tech, or what-have-you, to keep the belt from falling apart if you break any of the links.

Anyway. It's an awesome build. I'm not overly fond of that era of tank (What is that, a Pershing?) but over all the thing looks great. I'd love to see some more dynamicly posed shots of him.

There is no question about that. It is definately an excellent build.

by **TM skids** » Thu Jan 04, 2007 5:18 pm

Wouldn't magnetised wheels work

News Credits: 1 · by **TFmaster** » Thu Jan 04, 2007 6:00 pm

Don't turn someone elses thread into your list of preferances.

Respect the work.

Now, back on topic.

TFM

News Credits: 1 · by **Transtopias Rodimus Prime** » Thu Jan 04, 2007 10:43 pm

tramp AAAAARRGH!
One sweet Tank! It's Huge too! How much you want for him?

by **TM 1987olds442** » Fri Jan 05, 2007 4:05 pm

TFmaster wrote:Don't turn someone elses thread into your list of preferances.

Respect the work.

Now, back on topic.

TFM

I found this online the other day it could be useful in the future

http://www.ecorridors.vt.edu/images/sjr ... thread.swf

by **TM 1987olds442** » Fri Jan 05, 2007 4:07 pm

I really like how it has a Red Oxide Primer look to it... it makes you think that the tank is being restored.

by **Superquad7** » Sat Jan 06, 2007 3:16 am

I saw this custom on TFans and I'm at a loss for words as well. Simply awesome.

. . . and btw, 87, that link is hiliarious!

by **ptitvite** » Sat Jan 06, 2007 9:33 am

Props Menchoy!!

He transforms!! Robot mode is very posable, tank mode is detailed!
I like the proportions, very realistic.
Definitly MP material.
May I suggest adding some colored details in robot mode?...
Dam it, I want to be as good as you :evil:

Edit:
Just took another look at it.....Daaaaamm he's good

Don't want to get banned but could'nt you do something for those cat threads??!! HAHAHA !!

He's perfect like this!

by **Teletran** » Wed Jan 10, 2007 10:24 pm

the ONLY thing i dont like about it is its too clean for a tank. needs some mud and dirt on it lol

News Credits: 1 · by **TFmaster** » Thu Jan 11, 2007 5:03 pm

Teletran wrote:the ONLY thing i dont like about it is its too clean for a tank. needs some mud and dirt on it lol

Actually I agree. Maybe use a Flat Tan and Dry brush it on and around the tracks?

Either way this thing is still pretty BA.

TFM

by **Teletran** » Thu Jan 11, 2007 9:59 pm

TFmaster wrote:
Teletran wrote:the ONLY thing i dont like about it is its too clean for a tank. needs some mud and dirt on it lol

Actually I agree. Maybe use a Flat Tan and Dry brush it on and around the tracks?

Either way this thing is still pretty BA.

TFM

thatd work. and some ABOVE the treads as well. you know, like the treaads shouldnt be the only dirty part of it. this puppy needs to look like its been through hell and back lol

by **Greyryder** » Thu Jan 11, 2007 10:53 pm

Don't want to muddy him up, too much. Wasn't Warpath supposed to be kind of OCD on the dirt issue?

by **TM Mench0y** » Thu Jan 11, 2007 11:38 pm

Thanks again everyone

the ONLY thing i dont like about it is its too clean for a tank. needs some mud and dirt on it lol

I don't know guys, I love to keep my transformers clean as you guys notice with my other customs. Though I considered the dirty look as I was shopping for paints, but I still favor the clean look. Just like MP Prime, I didn't mind paying the extra bucks for Takara version over the battle damage look that Hasbro made.

by **TM 1987olds442** » Fri Jan 12, 2007 2:16 am

Mench0y wrote:Thanks again everyone

the ONLY thing i dont like about it is its too clean for a tank. needs some mud and dirt on it lol

I don't know guys, I love to keep my transformers clean as you guys notice with my other customs. Though I considered the dirty look as I was shopping for paints, but I still favor the clean look. Just like MP Prime, I didn't mind paying the extra bucks for Takara version over the battle damage look that Hasbro made.

I say keep it clean like I mentioned the color puts me in a base Red Oxide Primer, so it looks like they are restoring an old tank...in such it would need to be clean

by **Caliburn** » Fri Jan 12, 2007 9:56 am

This is a beautifull work of art if I may say so, please consider making a how-to guide.

by **Ramrider** » Fri Jan 12, 2007 2:19 pm

Greyryder wrote:Don't want to muddy him up, too much. Wasn't Warpath supposed to be kind of OCD on the dirt issue?

Dunno about OCD... I think vain is more like it.

by **Tramp** » Fri Jan 12, 2007 3:55 pm

Greyryder wrote:Don't want to muddy him up, too much. Wasn't Warpath supposed to be kind of OCD on the dirt issue?

Warpath’s vanity pretty much extended only as far as his gun barrel, which he was exceptionally proud of. He liked to keep that as clean and scratch-free as possible. He didn’t care about the rest of his appearance, but would be mortified if even a dent or scratch appeared on the gun.

by **Flashback77** » Sat Jan 13, 2007 3:51 pm

Amazing. The watershed customs just keep coming and this one raises the bar even further. Truly fantastic work.

This site produces some incredible customs, hot damn.

by **rdactyl** » Tue Jan 30, 2007 8:15 pm

Hi Menchoy,
I love your great work & your new warpath is perfect! Would you consider making me a Dinobot Grimlock & Swoop too and if so how much would you charge me to make one, a few hundred each?
My email is: rdactyl@aol.com please email me there and thank you for your time.
I await your reply,
thank you,
Graig-

by **Primus_feather** » Wed Jan 31, 2007 2:19 am

Graig Dude stand down man, this is what PM's are for.

Flashing a few hundreds in front of fans so you can own anothers hard work may anger some Transfans. So may I suggest stop coming off so strong, and so this thread doesnt swerve massivaly from the subject.
Just Pm those you wish to buy from its easier and doesnt resurect old dead threads.

by **rdactyl** » Wed Jan 31, 2007 2:23 am

Sorry, this is all new to me, first forum. I was just trying to find them to see if I can turn some work their way, Im an artist and poor, but would be willing to spend for their hard work, that's all, I meant well, i jsut found out about the PMs, Ill do that from now on.

by **Primus_feather** » Wed Jan 31, 2007 2:28 am

yah just to be helpful if you wanna contact anyone look beneith their post, USUALLY it'll show their PM and Email. If you cant find a post by them search the members list it'll have what your looking for.

by **rdactyl** » Wed Jan 31, 2007 3:03 am

Thanks

by **TM angrycelt** » Tue Feb 13, 2007 5:04 pm

Ok, so I have no talent in kitbashing or modding... (piles of shattered chinese import knockoffs can attest to that), but I appreciate the amazing skill it takes.

But, I had to create an account here just so I could comment on how impressive this project is. Beautiful work.