Illusive Yoda cracking
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I still have my IC Yoda in its original box and plastic bag, I haven´t checked on it for about two years I thing, stashed away in the cellar. The only concern I have at the moment is the temperature being around 21-23° C, I hope that didn´t do too much damage. I am thinking of putting it into a clear acrylic display (that I still need to buy), so any info on how to keep the latex in good condition is appreciated.
Michael
Michael
frightzone_4_you
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Here is a pic of my IC Yoda...
helmethead833
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I don't see the pic. I don't think it is working.
frightzone_4_you
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I'm having trouble posting images... I checked my User CP & everything looks fine. Can an ADMIN please assist me? Please contact me off board on this issue.
So what is the main cause of the latex cracking ? UV radiation i.e. exposure to sunlight ? Or is it too much heat or the air being too dry ?
Michael
Michael
Bumpo !
Frightzone, did you solve that pic problem ?
And any info on what is worse, sun light or heat ?
Michael
Frightzone, did you solve that pic problem ?
And any info on what is worse, sun light or heat ?
Michael
frightzone_4_you
Well-Known Member
Michael, give me your email addy & I'l send you the pics of mine. Actually, from my experience both sunlight & heat are enemies of latex. The IC Yoda was in my office. What I plan to do is just replace the latex feet, hands, & head with resin castings. I have the Pepsi Yoda in my prop room & that one is made out of rubber & it should last 4-ever. You can try & fill any cracks on your IC Yoda with some latex & mix-up some paint to blend it in. Hope that helps.
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I'm reading where some are having slight cracking on the illusive concepts Yoda figure. Well after taking mine out of the box it had been stored in for years I was sick to discover it not only cracked in places, but whole pieces of the latex have come off.
Several posts talk about Wampa, but I don't see how to reach him. Don't seem to be able to find a contact for Illusive either.
Any help would be appreciated. I'm in Maryland
Several posts talk about Wampa, but I don't see how to reach him. Don't seem to be able to find a contact for Illusive either.
Any help would be appreciated. I'm in Maryland
Mine looks like the day I got it.
All I do is keep it out of the direct sunlight and keep him nice and cool.
No way in hell would I use baby-oil
All I do is keep it out of the direct sunlight and keep him nice and cool.
No way in hell would I use baby-oil
I hate to say it but the cost to salvage him won'tbe worth it.
I grieve for your loss.
I've wamted one for so long and I almost pulled the trigger and bought one about 10 years ago when they were going for 800.00...then the reports of cracking started coming in. Needless to say, I passed. I ended up buying a VERY accurate resin and cloth model. Sturdy and worry-free.
cavx
Master Member
Baby oil might cause more harm than good long term because it is petroleum based, however I have used olive oil for the soft rubber surrounds on the cones on my speakers. They appeared to be turning white and I was worried they would break down and split, so used the olive oil applied with a soft cloth. That was back in 2004 and they have not cracked or split and I use them almost every day.
