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Post by Deleted on Apr 15, 2014 18:00:35 GMT -5
There are some perks to shopping online when it comes to these figs: Cheaper sometimes, dont have to visit 12 stores just to find that treasure and if I time it right my wifes not home when it arrives. But, lately ive been getting burned. I am very picky when it comes to choosing figs. So, when I recieve an order and my Fandango has a black mole on his abs, I tend to get a little pissed off. Thats one of the perks to going hunting as you can pick and choose and avoid crap like this. Be that as it may, whats the best way to remove the mystery black markings on these figures without damaging them?
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Post by Mox on Apr 15, 2014 18:02:12 GMT -5
Nail polish remover.
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Post by Deleted on Apr 15, 2014 18:09:38 GMT -5
@figaddicted - There are a few options with this, but it depends on how severe the "damage" is as there is a risk when trying to remove such things as these annoying spots that often are found. As noted above, nail polish remover is a good way to go, just use a Q-Tip and lightly dab it on the spot you're wanting to remove. The higher strength the nail polish the faster the mark will come off, but with warning of that higher strength lies the risk of hurting the plastic. I use Acetone myself, but I customize & have had a lot of experience with it. I say try the nail polish route and test that & hopefully in the future you'll never have to do so again. I have two Fandango's that had black marks on the torso after taking off his vest. Hope your wife has some nail polish remover so you don't have to go out & purchase a whole bottle just for this one spot..
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Post by speaktomeworriers on Apr 15, 2014 18:11:31 GMT -5
if done properly, u can use some fine sandpaper, dont go crazy with it, but give it a couple swipes, i have removed some stupid marks that way...the nail polish works too
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Post by Deleted on Apr 15, 2014 18:13:33 GMT -5
I've had pretty good success with a magic eraser pad as well for smaller blemishes.
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Post by knupmc on Apr 15, 2014 18:36:27 GMT -5
Try nail polish remover. Always works like a charm for me
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Post by MrPerfect25 on Apr 15, 2014 19:11:34 GMT -5
Goof off is the way to go. Use a qtip like mentioned above.
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Post by JC Motors on Apr 15, 2014 19:52:25 GMT -5
I never had this problem
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Post by Deleted on Apr 15, 2014 20:02:22 GMT -5
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Post by Deleted on Apr 15, 2014 20:03:31 GMT -5
Thanks for all the suggestions guys. Ill try the nail polish remover as well as some goof off. Ill test on some old loose figs first.
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Post by juaumguterres on Apr 15, 2014 20:09:03 GMT -5
Be careful with the nail polish remover. This is a strong solution and if you use too much, you can blur the painting of the fig.
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Post by Deleted on Apr 15, 2014 20:13:32 GMT -5
Goof off for plastic.
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Post by The Mask of Truth on Apr 15, 2014 20:41:02 GMT -5
I heard camel urine is good for removing the black marks on a figure.
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Post by Deleted on Apr 15, 2014 22:20:21 GMT -5
I heard camel urine is good for removing the black marks on a figure. Ill have to try that as well. |
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Post by Duck Holliday on Apr 15, 2014 22:27:01 GMT -5
I've noticed elite Fandangos have a lot of dodgy paint apps. I've now come across 4 and each have had crappy faces.
I am getting really burned out on the Hunt though. It's such a time suck and I hate having to hit multiple stores across several weeks just to get what I want.
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Post by Deleted on Apr 16, 2014 8:00:19 GMT -5
I've noticed elite Fandangos have a lot of dodgy paint apps. I've now come across 4 and each have had crappy faces. I am getting really burned out on the Hunt though. It's such a time suck and I hate having to hit multiple stores across several weeks just to get what I want. Thats exactly how ive been feeling. |
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Post by CrossRhodes on Apr 16, 2014 10:18:50 GMT -5
Yeah my WM Bret Hart just arrived and the heart on his singlet is all off center, nail polish remover ain't gonna fix this one... :/
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Post by Deleted on Apr 16, 2014 11:02:19 GMT -5
There are some perks to shopping online when it comes to these figs: Cheaper sometimes, dont have to visit 12 stores just to find that treasure and if I time it right my wifes not home when it arrives. But, lately ive been getting burned. I am very picky when it comes to choosing figs. So, when I recieve an order and my Fandango has a black mole on his abs, I tend to get a little pissed off. Thats one of the perks to going hunting as you can pick and choose and avoid crap like this. Be that as it may, whats the best way to remove the mystery black markings on these figures without damaging them? Its like I typed this myself, except I'm a MOC collector. Imagine if you will receiving a figure with a bad paint job, mark, smear, etc. or getting a imperfect card (no matter how small).
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Post by Deleted on Apr 16, 2014 12:12:38 GMT -5
Hope your wife has some nail polish remover so you don't have to go out & purchase a whole bottle just for this one spot.. My wife just lets her nails lose the polish naturally over time. I buy the nail polish in my house. Like a real man. Yeah my WM Bret Hart just arrived and the heart on his singlet is all off center, nail polish remover ain't gonna fix this one... :/ It's supposed to be off center. That's how it was in the match. He didn't start centering the heart logo until later I'm his career. |
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Post by WMDman on Apr 16, 2014 13:56:41 GMT -5
I'd suggest goof off
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