QC Question regarding MP hotrod
Were there any MAJOR QC issues with the hasbro/ Toys R us MP hot rod/ rodimus?
I know the takara one had stress marks, and was prone to breakage, ESP in the shoulders. in some cases the arms breaking off entirely.
how's the hasbro one?
The problems you mentionned are on the TRU Rodimus, not takara.
By experience and first hand accounts:
Takara 1st release: Generally poor fit on most parts, hands can't hold the guns, springs came undone on the feet, shin boots being on a knurled pin means they SNAP off when you try to move them as intended, backpack can't clip in securely.
TRU release: Much better fit on all parts, however due to the way some pins on the legs and shoulders were inserted and the type of plastic on those joints, they have a tendency to snap off. Can happen immediately, in package, or from continued use. I must have been pretty lucky because I have transformed mine close to, or over 100 times [no, really] and he hasn't broken anywhere yet.
Takara 2nd release: Employs most of the fixes of the TRU release, but recent reports indicate poor plastic used on the pin joints of the clear parts [his windshield, for instance],
Takara e-hobby black version: EVERY.ONE.OF.THEM will break at the knees. The plastic will shatter due to the way it was moulded and painted over\came in contact with parts that were painted over. Not joking you, unless you keep your sample perfectly immobile they'll most probably snap on your first day\week of handling.
So yes, Hot Rod doesn't have a good track record. If you're in the market for one, I suggest looking for an opened and used TRU Rodimus. That way you'll know that he has withstood the test of time and handling and he won't break on you as soon as you open up the box.
