Die Cast Lighted 1/350th TOS Enterprise (TOMY crowd funded)

[Reign1701A]

I mean, if the saucer starts to sag one day, then one could always use the saucer stand to support it if necessary, right?

 

[Phoenixblazes]

I mean, if the saucer starts to sag one day, then one could always use the saucer stand to support it if necessary, right?

Sure you could; but if it’s already starting to sag……..

 

[Reign1701A]

Sure you could; but if it’s already starting to sag……..

Then I assume the stand would help keep it in place.

 

[juvatwad]

I wonder if they made more beyond the initial offering. I never even heard about this thing until a few weeks ago. I called a couple of weeks ago to see if they had any available for sale. They called me Tuesday offering me one, and it was delivered today.

 

[goldcylon]

I've heard MR Enterprise nacelles and saucer sag after all those years. It's gonna happen eventually. I guess everyone should do their best to postpone the inevitable. It really is no big deal using the saucer support stand every once in awhile.

They are supported by a metal internal structure. You must be thinking about the POS unobtainium model. The MR Enterprises don't sag.

 

[xlowes]

The only way I could see if it did start to sag it would have to be pulling the neck out of the main body !. I would think the neck would be secured somewhat internally !

 

[rad1701]

They are supported by a metal internal structure. You must be thinking about the POS unobtainium model. The MR Enterprises don't sag.

Exactly. My MR Enterprise is as perfect as the day I got it. No sags, all electronics still work perfectly too. Kept in a very regular temperature, no direct sun or excess heat or humidity ever.

 

[goldcylon]

Exactly. My MR Enterprise is as perfect as the day I got it. No sags, all electronics still work perfectly too. Kept in a very regular temperature, no direct sun or excess heat or humidity ever.

Mine as well.

 

[1138sw]

They are supported by a metal internal structure. You must be thinking about the POS unobtainium model. The MR Enterprises don't sag.

Just heard from a facebook poster that his MR is sagging. Anecdotal I know but he’s not the only one I heard it from. Of course there’s the usual electronic failures that eventually happen as well too.

 

[goldcylon]

Just heard from a facebook poster that his MR is sagging. Anecdotal I know but he’s not only one I heard it from.

Pics or it didn't happen. Vs. My cousin's sister brother heard it once on Facebook. The MR enterprises did have problems of seized up motors in the nacelles. However, these models. are about 20 years old so... Improper storage is a key factor as well. I present my non saggy model as documentation of non saggyness.

 

[dlbsyst]

I wonder if they made more beyond the initial offering. I never even heard about this thing until a few weeks ago. I called a couple of weeks ago to see if they had any available for sale. They called me Tuesday offering me one, and it was delivered today.

Shockingly, some guys cancelled when it was revealed that the model would have visible screw plugs and seams. You probably got one of those. I think Tomy did a fantastic job on the replica and didn't even consider canceling. In fact, I got two.

 

[scotthm]

I've heard MR Enterprise nacelles and saucer sag after all those years. It's gonna happen eventually....

My MR Enterprise has been in this display case for sixteen years and it's geometry still looks pretty close to the model in the NASM.

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[Fizzbin]

That's great! Good that you can just swap out the saucer!

First legit practical reason for saucer separation!

 

[Fizzbin]

DiePla !

Dieclastic!

 

[Fizzbin]

So a few days ago...I asked if it was possible to get some touch up paint for the chip on my nacelle. They asked for a photo. They want me to ship back the lower hull....and send me a replacement....that's cool and all but should I do it???

Wonder if I should do that with mine?

 

[goldcylon]

Shockingly, some guys cancelled when it was revealed that the model would have visible screw plugs and seams. You probably got one of those. I think Tomy did a fantastic job on the replica and didn't even consider canceling. In fact, I got two.

Dieclastic!

Plastacast

 

[goldcylon]

Wonder if I should do that with mine?View attachment 1755426

Why are you waiting ? Do it why they have the part and are making you that offer ?

 

[dlbsyst]

Wonder if I should do that with mine?View attachment 1755426

Yes, definitely.

 

[1138sw]

Wonder if I should do that with mine?View attachment 1755426

U should!!! Before they run out of replacements!!!

 

[1138sw]

Pics or it didn't happen. Vs. My cousin's sister brother heard it once on Facebook. The MR enterprises did have problems of seized up motors in the nacelles. However, these models. are about 20 years old so... Improper storage is a key factor as well. I present my non saggy model as documentation of non saggyness.

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Beauty shot!!! Nice!!