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Zeewulf · October 2nd, 2008, 12:28

Yeah, really, its just that simple! Though you need to be sure you don't use too big of a magnet, or it'll stick out no matter how hard you try; the wing isn't thick enough to recess that far away from the weapon mounts. I'd suggest looking online for a plate magnet that would fit the width of the weapon mounts, and be long enough to provide a good, steady grip for the weapons. And then mount it in the tines on the opposite side. My own set up for that is rather haphazard and ugly, and given a chance I'll be fixing it.
I would suggest checking with Amazing Magnets as they've got a ton of different types of magnets, and might just have something perfect.

chrispcarter · October 2nd, 2008, 12:33

Argh this is starting to sound very complicated! Do you know of any guides to doing such magical tricks? I know I've seen some where people have used a couple of magnets on one element (i.e. the body or the weapon) then just a metal strip on the other, that might be a way to go.

I did actually start another thread asking where to buy magnets but you may have answered my question! Do they ship to the UK though?

Zeewulf · October 2nd, 2008, 12:36

They should; I mean, they were willing to ship it to an overseas APO address where they have to fill out customs slips.....I'll check. And actually, you're right, a metal strip on the weapon would be much, much better.

Zeewulf · October 2nd, 2008, 12:40

WAIT!

A metal strip on the Vulture! Place it on the weapon mount area, to the nearly exact size of the mounting area (1 1/8" x 1/8") and at most, you'll just have to sand down the resin a bit. Take a strip magnet, place it on top of the weapon itself, or several small square magnets, and you'll hang on there no problem!

Zeewulf · October 2nd, 2008, 12:53

Sorry 'bout the spam: Yes, they do ship overseas, so you're good. It might be a bit spendy, though for the shipping..and its pretty bulk order for some items.

chrispcarter · October 2nd, 2008, 16:44

Hehe - thanks for the help mate, I know I have a good resource in you to consult when I get my Vulture!

I ordered some magnets from ebay -

100 Neodymium Magnets 1/8" x 1/16 " Disk N42 Rare Earth on eBay, also Magnets, Fasteners Hardware, Industrial Supply MRO, Business Industrial (end time 02-Oct-08 11:48:37 BST) - I'll try to scrounge up some metal strips from somewhere to use as the mounting medium.

Zeewulf · October 2nd, 2008, 16:50

Hmmm...those might just work for ya! You might have to set up a couple of 'em...definately experiment with a couple of 'em beforehand to determine how many you'll need, if you do need more than one to hold the weapons up.
Also, word of note: Pinning is a good idea for this model, it'll make life soooo much easier when everything decides to break. I didn't pin it right away..after it broke, I pinned it right up. I'm still working on painting mine, of course, but I will say, out of all the models I have, its my own personal favorite.

chrispcarter · October 2nd, 2008, 17:01

That was the plan, a metal strip on one side, then two magnets at either end of it on the other.

I might just try pinning it as it's helped me immensely lately while building some of my own Vanguard Veterans among other things - I can't believe I've been in the hobby 15 years but only bought a pin vice drill this year - I couldn't be without it now!

Zeewulf · October 2nd, 2008, 17:07

I can't wait to see your vulture once you get started...I swear, the forgeworld models are so much fun! I just wish they didn't cost so durned much!

chrispcarter · October 2nd, 2008, 19:51

Well it may be a while yet, funds have been restrictive and FW are extremely busy in the post-Games Day phase!

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chrispcarter High Suzerain of Ultramar Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Chester-le-street Age: 26 Posts: 871 Rep Power: 76	Argh this is starting to sound very complicated! Do you know of any guides to doing such magical tricks? I know I've seen some where people have used a couple of magnets on one element (i.e. the body or the weapon) then just a metal strip on the other, that might be a way to go. I did actually start another thread asking where to buy magnets but you may have answered my question! Do they ship to the UK though? __________________ 5000pts Imperium vs Chaos Warhound

October 2nd, 2008, 16:44	#16 (permalink)
chrispcarter High Suzerain of Ultramar Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Chester-le-street Age: 26 Posts: 871 Rep Power: 76	Hehe - thanks for the help mate, I know I have a good resource in you to consult when I get my Vulture! I ordered some magnets from ebay - 100 Neodymium Magnets 1/8" x 1/16 " Disk N42 Rare Earth on eBay, also Magnets, Fasteners Hardware, Industrial Supply MRO, Business Industrial (end time 02-Oct-08 11:48:37 BST) - I'll try to scrounge up some metal strips from somewhere to use as the mounting medium. __________________ 5000pts Imperium vs Chaos Warhound

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chrispcarter High Suzerain of Ultramar Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Chester-le-street Age: 26 Posts: 871 Rep Power: 76	That was the plan, a metal strip on one side, then two magnets at either end of it on the other. I might just try pinning it as it's helped me immensely lately while building some of my own Vanguard Veterans among other things - I can't believe I've been in the hobby 15 years but only bought a pin vice drill this year - I couldn't be without it now! __________________ 5000pts Imperium vs Chaos Warhound

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chrispcarter High Suzerain of Ultramar Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Chester-le-street Age: 26 Posts: 871 Rep Power: 76	Well it may be a while yet, funds have been restrictive and FW are extremely busy in the post-Games Day phase! __________________ 5000pts Imperium vs Chaos Warhound

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October 2nd, 2008, 12:28	#11 (permalink)
Zeewulf Sentinel Barbeque Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: In a sandbox! Posts: 603 Rep Power: 20	Yeah, really, its just that simple! Though you need to be sure you don't use too big of a magnet, or it'll stick out no matter how hard you try; the wing isn't thick enough to recess that far away from the weapon mounts. I'd suggest looking online for a plate magnet that would fit the width of the weapon mounts, and be long enough to provide a good, steady grip for the weapons. And then mount it in the tines on the opposite side. My own set up for that is rather haphazard and ugly, and given a chance I'll be fixing it. I would suggest checking with Amazing Magnets as they've got a ton of different types of magnets, and might just have something perfect.

October 2nd, 2008, 12:36	#13 (permalink)
Zeewulf Sentinel Barbeque Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: In a sandbox! Posts: 603 Rep Power: 20	They should; I mean, they were willing to ship it to an overseas APO address where they have to fill out customs slips.....I'll check. And actually, you're right, a metal strip on the weapon would be much, much better.

October 2nd, 2008, 12:40	#14 (permalink)
Zeewulf Sentinel Barbeque Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: In a sandbox! Posts: 603 Rep Power: 20	WAIT! A metal strip on the Vulture! Place it on the weapon mount area, to the nearly exact size of the mounting area (1 1/8" x 1/8") and at most, you'll just have to sand down the resin a bit. Take a strip magnet, place it on top of the weapon itself, or several small square magnets, and you'll hang on there no problem!

October 2nd, 2008, 12:53	#15 (permalink)
Zeewulf Sentinel Barbeque Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: In a sandbox! Posts: 603 Rep Power: 20	Sorry 'bout the spam: Yes, they do ship overseas, so you're good. It might be a bit spendy, though for the shipping..and its pretty bulk order for some items.

October 2nd, 2008, 16:50	#17 (permalink)
Zeewulf Sentinel Barbeque Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: In a sandbox! Posts: 603 Rep Power: 20	Hmmm...those might just work for ya! You might have to set up a couple of 'em...definately experiment with a couple of 'em beforehand to determine how many you'll need, if you do need more than one to hold the weapons up. Also, word of note: Pinning is a good idea for this model, it'll make life soooo much easier when everything decides to break. I didn't pin it right away..after it broke, I pinned it right up. I'm still working on painting mine, of course, but I will say, out of all the models I have, its my own personal favorite.

October 2nd, 2008, 17:07	#19 (permalink)
Zeewulf Sentinel Barbeque Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: In a sandbox! Posts: 603 Rep Power: 20	I can't wait to see your vulture once you get started...I swear, the forgeworld models are so much fun! I just wish they didn't cost so durned much!