P1: MG Wing Gundam Zero (EW) Custom Restoration

 

XXXG-00W0 (ver. 30th Anniversary)

Hello fellow hobbyists! Some of us have models are in a state of disrepair after taking a hiatus due to various reasons.

For myself, I have one such Gunpla that was left exposed to the elements for around 3 years, a 30th Anniversary version of the Wing Gundam Zero (EW) Custom:

Dirt accumulation on head and Wing Attachment sites.

Dirt Accumulation on Gunpla Legs and discoloration of Wing parts.

Parts falling off the Gunpla. Chipped Buster Rifle Barrel.

Restoration Process:

Twin Buster Rifles

The first thing I did was break the other Buster Rifle in the same way, so both Rifles look the same.

The chipped barrels are then stored away in case I find the time to reattach them someday.

Dirt Removal and Reassembly

Next, is to remove all the dirt that has accumulated over the course of 3 years.

I opted to use Detergent for this (Oxyhome brand).

https://oxyhome.com.my/product/oxyhome-multipurpose-cleaner/

Usage Method:

1. Add the powder into a container large enough to hold the Gunpla
    (I used 3 scoops)

2. Pour enough hot water into the container so that the Gunpla is submerged

3. Stir the liquid, and rinse the Gunpla in clean water after the cleaning is completed.

Here's a timelapse video of the process:

Posing and Storage

Although the feather bits remain discolored, overall I was happy with the results and started to pose my newly restored Wing Zero Gunpla.

I also started to assemble a display case for it that was bought together with the Gunpla:

Low quality display case. Assembly tricks will be shared in a separate post.

1st Pose that I attempted with the Gunpla.
Results are subpar due to weak attachment of Twin Buster Rifle (dangling) on hand.

Final Pose that I settled for. 
The front wing helps conceal build mistakes on the Twin Buster Rifles.

And that will be all for this post. Do you have a Gunpla currently in a state of disrepair?

Hopefully my post will motivate you to restore your Gunpla to it's former glory!

As for myself, I will be looking for a solution to the discolored feather bits on my Wing Zero.

Stay tuned for next time!

Best Regards,

The Humble Artisan.