WOZ Witch Red Smoke Mod $400 (List is closed)

Oh man. I'm afraid I've really botched this crystal ball installation. The black plastic base did not come off for me. Every piece I tried to grab with my crescent wrench just broke off until I was left with nothing more to grab onto. So I used a dremel tool to take off the rest. It left me with an ugly black spot underneath, but I thought it would still work.

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But then, when I placed it in the new base I realized I had a problem. I'll admit I'm a little confused about the proper placement of the ball because if I place the flat end up against the little display screen, there's a huge gap between the front of the base and the ball. (That can't be right.)

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Furthermore, that means the ugly black spot is on full display.

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The best I can do is reposition the ball so it's on the base, but then the screen is not 100% covered by the ball. Either way, the ugly black spot is still visible.

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I'm thinking I'm pretty much screwed.

#3804 3 years ago

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Yelobird

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Quoted from rennervision:
Oh man. I'm afraid I've really botched this crystal ball installation. The black plastic base did not come off for me. Every piece I tried to grab with my crescent wrench just broke off until I was left with nothing more to grab onto. So I used a dremel tool to take off the rest. It left me with an ugly black spot underneath, but I thought it would still work.
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But then, when I placed it in the new base I realized I had a problem. I'll admit I'm a little confused about the proper placement of the ball because if I place the flat end up against the little display screen, there's a huge gap between the front of the base and the ball. (That can't be right.)
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Furthermore, that means the ugly black spot is on full display.
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The best I can do is reposition the ball so it's on the base, but then the screen is not 100% covered by the ball. Either way, the ugly black spot is still visible.
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I'm thinking I'm pretty much screwed.

I would have suggested adhesive remover as someone pointed out in this thread over grinding. Still looks repairable just need to take your time.

#3805 3 years ago

JIM

rennervision

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Quoted from Yelobird:
I would have suggested adhesive remover as someone pointed out in this thread over grinding. Still looks repairable just need to take your time.

Yeah, not my best moment. I was thinking it wouldn't matter if I didn't get all of it off because I thought the ball sits back on the same spot as before. I've removed dealership logos off cars with a hairdryer and dental floss, so maybe I should have tried that. This thing was unbelievably welded on though. I'm thinking the employee of the month glued it.

#3806 3 years ago

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HarryReimer

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Try some adhesive remover... I think you can salvage that. The proper placement of the ball is your final picture.

#3807 3 years ago

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gouveia

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Hey Rennervision,

ALL HOPE IS NOT LOST!

Couple of things: Use some elbow grease and get that spot polished. Let it soak in Super Glue remover, or carefully use acetone. Use rubbing compound, Novus 3 and 2, toothpaste, 3000 grit sandpaper etc. But like Yelobird says, "take your time".

Second, it looks like your display screen is bent too far back. That's not the angle it should be sitting. Either you don't have it screwed down flush to the mod, or the screen itself is bent. That was the issue with Rai's mod earlier on the thread, so it's not uncommon, I guess. But fixing that angle will put more of the black spot underneath.

PM me if you need some assistance.

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#3808 3 years ago

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rennervision

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OK - I'll see what I can do. I know it's my own dumb fault by rushing while using gorilla strength. This isn't the first time I've screwed something up in my machine and it won't be the last I'm sure. I did call JJP and they're in the process of moving, but worst-case scenario, they can ship me a new one when they're all situated.

#3809 3 years ago

JIM

rennervision

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The good news is I was able to bend my little TV bracket so it is now properly positioned behind the ball resting on the base. Now that the display is at the correct angle, it does help reduce the visibility of the messed up botttom.

#3810 3 years ago

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Zavadoza

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Idk whats up with the makeshift 2.0 witch list, but if Steve puts out an official list, I definitely want in on it. Thanks!

#3811 3 years ago

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ToucanF16

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Quoted from Zavadoza:
Idk whats up with the makeshift 2.0 witch list, but if Steve puts out an official list, I definitely want in on it. Thanks!

Makeshift list is all for fun!

#3812 3 years ago

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titanpenguin

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Quoted from ToucanF16:
Makeshift list is all for fun!

Boobs list is the real deal. Anyone who says otherwise is missing out

#3813 3 years ago

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ToucanF16

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Quoted from titanpenguin:
Boobs list is the real deal. Anyone who says otherwise is missing out

That’s good to hear. I like my spot on the list!

#3814 3 years ago

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gatordad

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I see what you did there...

Come on Steve, given the timing of the world events, we could all use a little good news, about an evil green witch.

#3815 3 years ago

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gouveia

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I really just wanted to change my avatar so people stop asking me about monkeys.

And the witch? Let’s just say I am pushing myself with this one. Lots of details that need to work well together. The prototype works perfectly, but I’m making sure I can duplicate it successfully. Plus I forgot how hard it is to work with clear resin. It’s hard!

#3816 3 years ago

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meSz

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OP
Quoted from gouveia:
I really just wanted to change my avatar so people stop asking me about monkeys.

Who would do such a thing?

#3817 3 years ago

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gouveia

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Haha. Not specifically you. I just don’t want to give people the wrong impression who are seeing this thread for the first time. I’m not a mod “company”. I can barely make one thing at a time. I just don’t have anymore. Nada. Nada monkeys.

#3818 3 years ago

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Yelobird

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OP
Quoted from gouveia:
Haha. Not specifically you. I just don’t want to give people the wrong impression who are seeing this thread for the first time. I’m not a mod “company”. I can barely make one thing at a time. I just don’t have anymore. Nada. Nada monkeys.

Mmmm nada monkeys. Is that like an incredible burger? I’m in!!

#3819 3 years ago

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gouveia

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It's a San Diego thing. Like a fish taco.

#3820 3 years ago

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wipinball

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OP
Quoted from gouveia:
I really just wanted to change my avatar so people stop asking me about monkeys.
And the witch? Let’s just say I am pushing myself with this one. Lots of details that need to work well together. The prototype works perfectly, but I’m making sure I can duplicate it successfully. Plus I forgot how hard it is to work with clear resin. It’s hard!

After picking up a WoZ and knowing that your original version was amazing, the stock witch bugs me every time.

I can only imagine how this one is going to turn out and can't wait to upgrade!

#3821 3 years ago

wcbu64

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Please put me on the list for a nada monkey.

#3822 3 years ago

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SLRage

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OP
Quoted from gouveia:
Haha. Not specifically you. I just don’t want to give people the wrong impression who are seeing this thread for the first time. I’m not a mod “company”. I can barely make one thing at a time. I just don’t have anymore. Nada. Nada monkeys.

Gotta feel good to have all the Love for your mods! I’m in for a witch 2.0 and one of the nadda monkeys .

#3823 3 years ago

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beelzeboob

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YAY! Gouveia changed the title of his thread again! That means the new witch with the "red smoke mod" is imminent! Time for an official list...here, I'll make it easy on y'all:

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#3824 3 years ago

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wesman

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#3825 3 years ago

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wesman

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Pittsburgh, PA

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Quoted from Yelobird:
Mmmm nada monkeys. Is that like an incredible burger? I’m in!!

Made from Houdini Monkeys no less...sans nada!

#3826 3 years ago

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titanpenguin

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Add me to the list

#3827 3 years ago

MEZ

meSz

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Quoted from beelzeboob:
YAY! Gouveia changed the title of his thread again! That means the new witch with the "red smoke mod" is imminent! Time for an official list...here, I'll make it easy on y'all:

Put me on the list to be on the official list when that list comes out! (wtf just happened) SERIOUSLY put me on the list.

OP
Quoted from gouveia:
Haha. Not specifically you.

I got feelings Steve so I'll wait a couple hours to ask you about the monkey .... I promise

(Note: my avatar is a monkey, it's like it was meant to be)

Post last edited 3 years ago: “more sarcasm”

#3828 3 years ago

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