Action Figure NECA 18" Predator conversion to "Elder Greyback" *UPDATE 9/20 **FINISHED PICTURES**

[darylox]

Re: NECA 18" Predator conversion to the "Elder Greyback" **PAINTED UPDATE 8/21**

Glad you guys dig the paint work!
I will be shipping him off to Al today...then i cant wait to see the finished piece, once he adds the netting, beads, etc....

and as for the eyes, we decided to keep the factory paint job for the eyes, as its pretty good, and them eyes are sunk way in there...hard to get to!!!

ok, now the ball is in Al's court yet again!

Here's a pic of what he was, before after...etc...lol!

www.modelzone.com

Looks cool but its hard to tell , accurate or not ? From the Elder i found only pictures in special light ;

however very good job.
but change the position of the original Predator, looks terrible.

capellamusic@ The light is more focused on the P1 in the picture, Here lies the difference for me.
The figure looks in person much better than on the picture.

 

[ExMem-LarjaThwei]

Re: NECA 18" Predator conversion to the "Elder Greyback" **PAINTED UPDATE 8/21**

Elder inbetween Hippie and Snake

 

[darylox]

Re: NECA 18" Predator conversion to the "Elder Greyback" **PAINTED UPDATE 8/21**

Elder inbetween Hippie and Snake

considerable, very good job Mangrasshopper, congrats !

Thx for the Photo Lar´ja Thwei

 

[ExMem-LarjaThwei]

Re: NECA 18" Predator conversion to the "Elder Greyback" **PAINTED UPDATE 8/21**

Don't thank me, thank Google!

 

[capellamusic]

Re: NECA 18" Predator conversion to the "Elder Greyback" **PAINTED UPDATE 8/21**

capellamusic@ The light is more focused on the P1 in the picture, Here lies the difference for me.
The figure looks in person much better than on the picture.

I know how the Neca 1/4 P1 looks in person, I have it, exactly that version . And that Elder looks more real IMO.

 

[darylox]

Re: NECA 18" Predator conversion to the "Elder Greyback" **PAINTED UPDATE 8/21**

you have really changed everything,

You can be proud because you are the only one who have a great Elder in 18"

but why you broken one tooth ?
how many months you working on the project ?

 

[Reinhardt]

Re: NECA 18" Predator conversion to the "Elder Greyback" **PAINTED UPDATE 8/21**

broken tooth because it's accurate. See pics above.

and agree Joe on the eyes. Looks good as is, and a definite pain to do! Overall, simply mind blowing.

 

[darylox]

Re: NECA 18" Predator conversion to the "Elder Greyback" **PAINTED UPDATE 8/21**

Yes, now i see it. Thanks

Never noticed that in the movie on DVD, need the Bluray.

 

[highlander1]

Re: NECA 18" Predator conversion to the "Elder Greyback" **PAINTED UPDATE 8/21**

I was checking out your mod and looking at my 18 predator and messing with my laser sited gun i got for 15 bucks almost anywhere and took my laser of gun and snuggly put that laser pointer underneath shoulder mount perfect with a press tab you have a laser on your predator for 15 to 20 bucks and a airsoft gun to play with can buy off ebay or sporting goods store ...wish had pics but try this i luv it !!!

 

[Jmek]

Re: NECA 18" Predator conversion to the "Elder Greyback" **PAINTED UPDATE 8/21**

Guys that's an awesome joint effort. hats off to ya both!

 

[highlander1]

Re: NECA 18" Predator conversion to the "Elder Greyback" **PAINTED UPDATE 8/21**

Awesome custom job !!!

 

[adegregorio]

Re: NECA 18" Predator conversion to the "Elder Greyback" **PAINTED UPDATE 8/21**

Glad you guys are diggin this custom.

Joe and I did discuss the eyes. With all the Predators he's painted, I trusted him on making the final decision on the eyes.

Now as soon as I get it back from Joe I'll post more progress pics along the way and then he will be all done....whew!!!

Thanks for checkin it out and commenting on this fellas.

 

[Jake207]

Re: NECA 18" Predator conversion to the "Elder Greyback" **PAINTED UPDATE 8/21**

Guys that's an awesome joint effort. hats off to ya both!

 

[adegregorio]

Re: NECA 18" Predator conversion to the "Elder Greyback" **PAINTED UPDATE 8/21**

Well, I received the Elder back from Joe, now it's it's time to add some accesories and make some adjustments.

A little paint and gloss here and there. Beads, netting, bones, weapons and add the laser sight harware to the shoulder cannon.

More pics soon...

 

[PwnStar511]

Re: NECA 18" Predator conversion to the "Elder Greyback" **PAINTED UPDATE 8/21**

Ooh this is exciting...can't wait to see the final product!!

 

[ducksoda7]

Re: NECA 18" Predator conversion to the "Elder Greyback" **PAINTED UPDATE 8/21**

I'm very anxious to see the final product!

 

[adegregorio]

Re: NECA 18" Predator conversion to the "Elder Greyback" **PAINTED UPDATE 8/21**

When I was talking to Joe, he mentioned that the Elder's accesories had to have that used universe look....seeing as the Greyback has been around for a while.

So to achive the old used grungy look, I'm going to heavily stain some of the accesories. Alot of modelmakers use this technique to really bring out the details in model kits before they lay down a base coat.

I have about 7 or 8 different colored stains that I have picked up at lowes over the years. The one I will be using for the Elder is a dark Rosewood stain.

I dip the parts in the stain and pull it out, let the stain seep in for about a minute, then pat them dry with a paper towel. I do this 3 or 4 times to each piece to make sure the stain is penetrating the surface.

Same steps as above for the beads...

I used some bright colored wood beads and the stain really makes them look old and worn. Even the glossy colored beads get a nice coat of stain. Then I seal them with Testors Dullcote.

I made an old pop top that hangs from the Elders netting. I stained it a few times and let it dry. The look I wanted to achieve worked, it looks old and rusty.

More pics soon...

 

[The Rider]

Re: NECA 18" Predator conversion to the "Elder Greyback" **UPDATE 8/29**

Loves the Elder looks like the Movie.

 

[Jake207]

Re: NECA 18" Predator conversion to the "Elder Greyback" **PAINTED UPDATE 8/21**

More pics soon...

One of the best threads I've ever seen!

 

[Bezzerkerr]

Re: NECA 18" Predator conversion to the "Elder Greyback" **UPDATE 8/29**

exciting thread