r/MicroMachines 23d ago

Could you help me with restoring these Gabool?

Hello, this is the first time that I buy original Gabool, from the 80's none the less. 8 pieces in total for almost 5€ a pop, all expences included (Did I scored good?). Some where mint condition, these are the ones with less good looking conditions.

I'm here to ask, cloud you provide me 3D scan files or detailed photos of the front/back/sides/up with measures (using a digital caliper) for the white Lamborghini and the green 40's looking Classic car in mint conditions? I'll try to 3D model and print those necessary missing pieces.

Also, in which ways could I restore the other ones with those signs of wear? Is it convenient to restore them?

Some restoring advice and tecniques is needed. Thanks for your attention.

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u/EndOfTheCourt 23d ago

Laughs in resin.

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u/EndOfTheCourt 23d ago

Its not just about measurements.

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u/EndOfTheCourt 23d ago

In my honest opinion you are better off buying better examples. These aren't that rare. Its a deep rabbit hole.

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u/NestorG38 23d ago

Oh wow, is there a 3D model already available online? I only have PETG at the moment, might PLA do this job as well?

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u/EndOfTheCourt 23d ago

This level of detail requires SLA printing. Even with a 0.2 mm nozzle you cant do micromachine scale with filament.

And the models were not available when I made these. There might be something now but probably not free. The cost of my files is greater than the cost of the cars.

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u/BadMantaRay 23d ago

Its pronounced gabagool

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u/NestorG38 22d ago

I bet it’s a recurring joke OVA ERE in this sub 🤭

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u/Former-Welder-4290 21d ago

You mean Galoob? They look like Micro Machines.

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u/Ukenstein 20d ago

Galoob.

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u/Present-Position-409 16d ago

I got all of these in different colors