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04-20-2010, 09:28 PM | #1 |
a state of peace
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I apologize for the delay, the internet got taken out when a tree limb cut the phone lines over the weekend. Mods, I understand this could also go in the VV topic, but I wanted to make sure that most people managed to see the easy fix as the locked legs is a common problem.
OK, so you got your WS Volcano Vipers. w00t! However, the legs won't bend and you're worried about snapping them. How do you fix it? Easy. Hot water! (Pics from my cellphone) Boil a cup of water for 2:30 mins in the microwave. Remove and place on counter. Take your Volcano Viper (I did all of mine already geared up) and dip them feet first into the hot water up to the skirt of their jacket. Usually 45 to 60 seconds is more than enough to heat up the lower legs. Carefully check the back of the legs for the joint and then bend the lower legs backwards. The glue & paint have essentially gotten the leg stuck. The heat will make the plastic bendable and with a little force, safely bend the knee joint like it should. Leave them bent and set them aside to cool off. I knocked out all 5 Volcano Vipers with one cup of boiling water. Once the figure has cooled back down, test the joint by moving it straight and back into bent position. It should move very easily now. Enjoy!
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04-20-2010, 09:33 PM | #2 |
Iron Grenadier Sorcerer
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If I were at home I'd post a youtube link to "Physical" by Olivia Newton-John.
That pic looks so aerobic.
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04-20-2010, 09:36 PM | #3 |
bad wolf
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since you can't, bfj...
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04-20-2010, 09:41 PM | #4 |
Never Say Die
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Yeah I almost broke both mine trying to bend the legs wish I would have seen this first even though I would have suggested using a hairdryer…
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04-20-2010, 09:47 PM | #5 |
a state of peace
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04-20-2010, 09:51 PM | #6 |
THE ULTIMATE COBRA WEAPON
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Got this figure in the mail yesterday and it blew me away how cool it is wish I had more of them now
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04-20-2010, 09:52 PM | #7 |
Hisstank.Com General
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You're the best Gyre.
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04-20-2010, 09:57 PM | #8 |
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I found that just a little patience and correctly applied pressure worked out fine. Yes, it did feel like they might snap, so for those worried, this is a great tip. Hair dryer works too as I saw mentioned. Either way, I'm sure many people will appreciate the help.
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04-22-2010, 02:13 PM | #9 |
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Location: NY
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Genius!
I thought the same thing when my figures arrived last week, but haven't had the time to really try anything. Now I know...etc |
04-22-2010, 03:13 PM | #10 |
Crimson Guard
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thanks gyre. just did the hot water to mine perfect!
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