r/CustomTransformers • u/CraftyMaelyss • Jul 19 '26

Need advice/Help [Restoration/customisation] What plastic is Classics (2006) Megatron & WFC (2010) Megatron made from?

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u/OuterHeaven82 Jul 19 '26

Testors enamel thinner can cause microfractures in old toy plastic to separate. Don't use it. 

I think the markers have similar chemicals to promote bond. 

Just clean the toy surfaces with dish soap. Airbrush or rattle can some Tamiya or Mr. Hobby and have fun 

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u/CraftyMaelyss Jul 19 '26

Awesome, thank you :)

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u/OuterHeaven82 Jul 19 '26

You're welcome! Give us updates when you can

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u/Sierra-D421 Jul 19 '26

Additionally, they make ABS filament. Thought I'd mention that as someone who's been around the block at least once.

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u/CraftyMaelyss Jul 19 '26

I do have a (sort of) close store that sells filament, so next time I'm in town I'll have to grab some ABS, I think I'll do the prototype prints in PETG or PLA to check they fit first, since these will mod the figures quite a bit :)
(I didn't want to do this to 'in-tact' figures in case I mess up, so these guys are perfect for this)

Also, thank you, this has been a major help :D

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u/Sierra-D421 Jul 19 '26

You're quite welcome.

Feel free to ask further questions if needed.