Attention MP-05 owners: Check your die-cast for rust.

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Attention MP-05 owners: Check your die-cast for rust.

Post by Hot Shot » Tue Aug 28, 2007 8:04 pm

I thought this was important enough to be news, but if it isn't please move this to the toy forum.

Anyway, I was reading on Seibertron last night that nearly everyone's MP-05's feet and metal frame are rusting badly, dubbing it Cosmic Rust. I went and checked mine and all metal on him has turned a golden brown, so I figure anyone who owns Megatron here is most likely experiencing the same thing.

These are the recommended treatments for the metal parts after removing them from the figure:
  • Soak in vinegar to remove rust.
  • Apply WD40 to a rag and gently wipe down for protection.
  • Apply a clear coat for protection.
I'm currently using the vinegar treatment on his feet and nearly all the rust is gone already.

Just wanted to let everyone know. :)
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Re: Attention MP-05 owners: Check your die-cast for rust.

Post by Brendocon » Wed Aug 29, 2007 7:39 am

Hot Shot wrote:I figure anyone who owns Megatron here is most likely experiencing the same thing.
I mentioned mine was doing it months ago. Keep up!

And thanks for the cleaning tip. Will try that later if I don't forget.
Grrr. Argh.

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Post by Kaylee » Wed Aug 29, 2007 8:01 am

Mine seems happy as Larry, have to keep me eyes on it :)

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