This Hachette 1:2 scale Terminator T-800 partworks build-up is one of the most detailed models of its kind. It is based on the first film. For a model that costs upwards of $1500 USD you would think it would be perfect, but you would be wrong. There are definitely some shortcomings you will find as you build it and they may or may not drive you crazy.
Luckily, there are communities of fans who, like myself, are passionate about the movie and the genre. Some of them will surely produce some amazing custom modifications (mods) you can add to your T-800 model to give it more accuracy and detail.
Some mods will be very affordable and others will be quite expensive. It is totally up to you which ones to install. Every build is going to be slightly different no matter what, so do what you want!
On that note, here is a list of the mods I have chosen for my build. Details on and where to get each mod can be found on their individual pages.
My Custom Mods
| Modification | In Issue(s) |
|---|---|
| Painting the eye sockets | 1 |
| Weathering the teeth | 2, 6 |
| Adding detail to the jaw gum lines | The Gum Lines |
| Weathering the skull inset details | 9, 15 |
| Stabilizing the Thoracic muscles | 54 |
| Customizing the Display Base | Dedicated Page |
From Model Modz (Chloe):
| Product Name & Link | Used In Issue(s) |
|---|---|
| Replacement Teeth | Dedicated Article |
| Replacement Eyes | Dedicated Article |
| The Finger Mod | Dedicated Article |
| Replacement Wrist Joints | I will write this up if I end up needing them |
| Power Mod | After my T-800 was completed Dedicated Article |
From Partwork Upgrades (Ian):
| Product Name & Link | Used In Issue(s) |
|---|---|
| Lower Leg Tendon Fix | 68, 100 Dedicated Page |