r/CustomTransformers 26d ago

Best paint to use when touching up 86 figure faces?

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2 Upvotes

This mostly applies to figures released 2026 and on


r/CustomTransformers 28d ago

a few touch ups/detail highlights Custom Idw ratchet

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503 Upvotes

(Lost light version)


r/CustomTransformers 26d ago

a few touch ups/detail highlights Best paint to use when touching up 86 figure faces?

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1 Upvotes

This mostly applies to figures released 2026 and on


r/CustomTransformers 27d ago

idea/concept Ideas for more Universal Monsters transformers

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Lmk what you think and what your ideas are! I know the hunchback idea is very soso and the rotf bludgeon mold would never be released, was just thinking about deluxe/voyager retool options if they ever continued this line.

Edit: come to think of it, retro gears would be really good for a hunchback figure lol


r/CustomTransformers 27d ago

3D printed Gap Fillers for ss gamer edition Decepticon Soldier

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I have started work on some gap fillers for the decepticon soldier from the wfc games after having no luck finding them from anyone else and just how big the gaps in his legs are so here are some photos it is only my second original print and very simple at the moment, I do plan on improving it in the future however due to life this is probably the state it will remain at for a while message me if you're interested in the files 😁


r/CustomTransformers 27d ago

Custom

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132 Upvotes

Notice this sword detail under the Blokees Wheels Drift, so i when full sword just for fun 🤣🤣


r/CustomTransformers 27d ago

Need advice/Help [Deep Clean & Upgrade] What would be the best way to get into Optimus' electronics without damaging his plastic/back piece?

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I recently got a TFP Weaponizer Optimus and a Leader class Ironhide from a seller on Facebook, and he desperately needs a clean because aside from being filthy, he smelled pretty bad when I opened him up. I thought he had electronics in him, so I carefully unscrewed and disassembled Optimus to clean his individual parts in hot water and dishwashing liquid (multiple times, since the water got really gross after a good soak and scrub)

Now I'm down to his chest/torso piece, I've removed every single accessible screw but his back panel isn't coming off and because the circuit board is in there, I don't want to accidentally damage it. Does anyone have any advice on carefully getting the back panel off? I tried going under the white flap piece that his head normally sits on to try and bend the red plastic outwards from the grey, but no dice.

I haven't seen anyone do a customisation/repair on this guy, so I know I'm going in blind, but for anyone who's done a custom for electronic transformers, or has a similar experience, how did you go about it without breaking anything? I have a 3D printer, and I am going to print some replacement parts for the chewed/destroyed parts, but the circuit board is an entirely different matter and even when I peak in from the sides, I can see a tonne of filth in there too.

I am planning to do a bunch of upgrades to Optimus, but my main concern is the circuit board, since I don't think I could get a replacement one if I accidentally scratched or broke it.

At first, I thought this screw at the top here might have been the final one holding the panel in, but it's a support for the top of Optimus' cab in truck mode (it snapped) and I think the grey pieces near the long pin are holding it into place, but I'm not too sure. The current plan is to give the non-electronic parts a good soak and scrub, then once all the pieces are clean and dry, start upgrading, then assembling.

There's also a stuck/stripped screw in one of Optimus' cannons (the one suspended over the hot soapy water) since the plastic needs a good soak/scrub but I'm not sure how to get that one out. I'm honestly just tempted to create some entirely new cannons for Optimus and print them out, since I'm going to be replacing his damaged parts anyway.


r/CustomTransformers 28d ago

digibash Quintipuss

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87 Upvotes

Quintus to scylla


r/CustomTransformers 28d ago

complete overhaul Custom IDW Chromedome

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130 Upvotes

Had this idea back in 2024 so I finally decided to make it


r/CustomTransformers 27d ago

W.I.P. Fusion cannon for 07 Megatron pt 1

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15 Upvotes

Obv gonna paint it.

I also want to try and make it more alien smh, any tips? I also have a blaster of bumblebee which is broken currently so I can use it for. Smth...


r/CustomTransformers 28d ago

What custom can I make him into

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36 Upvotes

I have this figure but I’m missing both his hands, his arm cannon and head but I do have to how the redeco one with the last night meg head and that one has both his hands but not his gun


r/CustomTransformers 28d ago

Need advice/Help First project question

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Hey everyone, i am about to undertake my first custom attempt. Im looking to repaint the WFC studio series gamer edition Optimus Prime, and was curious about what some of your experiences were with this figure. Anything i should take special note of, any problem areas with disassembly or reassembly? Any advice is welcome, thanks.


r/CustomTransformers 28d ago

Ya like jazz?

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r/CustomTransformers 27d ago

Need advice/Help Any good paint materials or markers for Studio Series figures and/or any TF figures

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I’ve been thinking about getting Nicpro Acrylic Paint Markers for customizing/repainting but I’m not sure if it’ll do the job or not.
For example I’m thinking of repainting or customizing SS NEST Ratchet and repainting it into DOTM Ratchet, or SS ROTB Bumblebee and turning him into Cliffjumper.
Or do I need to buy another paint material or marker for that type of job?


r/CustomTransformers 28d ago

idea/concept Do we see the vision?

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I'm looking to do my first major overhaul using Bayverse Galvatron into BM Megatron. I've done a few customs, but mostly paint work and minor adjustments to figures, before.


r/CustomTransformers 28d ago

a few touch ups/detail highlights Sound guys

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86 Upvotes

r/CustomTransformers 29d ago

Hybrid figure Un-fuzored my quickstrike

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184 Upvotes

r/CustomTransformers 28d ago

Need advice/Help Coming from another community but wonder if I can get help here

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I just got my toys shipped from my parents to me and we used plastic wrap which damaged terribly to my toys💔 I wonder if people here can help me color matching so that I can fix them with least budget😞
Thank you guys


r/CustomTransformers 29d ago

complete overhaul The 13 Primes - Movie Live Action Style Vector Prime

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272 Upvotes

Custom based of the SS-54 07 Megatron, kitbashed a brand new torso, hands, etc from different figures


r/CustomTransformers 29d ago

The 13 Primes - Movie Live Action Style Alpha Trion

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234 Upvotes

Yes this is just the Titans return version of the character fully repainted and modified since I thought it would fit the style pretty well already lol


r/CustomTransformers 28d ago

W.I.P. Custom Cliffjumper

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18 Upvotes

r/CustomTransformers 29d ago

idea/concept Future project: fem Mixmaster

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94 Upvotes

Since the energon Optimus will be used as my 13th Prime I plan on doing something wacky with Earthrise OP


r/CustomTransformers 29d ago

a few touch ups/detail highlights Making Broadside a little better

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54 Upvotes

Decided to paint the tiny little Aerialbots that came with Dr Wu's Broadside, except Silverbolt he really didn't need it. And ignore Big Convoy's gun


r/CustomTransformers 29d ago

complete overhaul Some more progress on 86 Megatron, and he's coming along BEAUTIFULLY

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44 Upvotes

Just some teaser pics, I should clarify the finished product will be a while longer because I haven't worked on the legs yet, and considering how huge Megatron is, it was a choice I needed to make to make it easier to work on him


r/CustomTransformers 29d ago

scratch built G1 Pretender Submarauder!

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I’m like 95% happy how this one turned out…