The Hobbyist Geek

Part 2 of pack 12 of the Agora Models Optimus Prime has me complete this absolutely incredible piece! Check it out as I finish up the back and torso, finalize the electronics, and showcase this amazing figure! https://www.agoramodels.com/us/optimus-prime/

Pack 12 is finally here! This pack is massive and I had to break it into two videos. This one has me assemble all three of Optimus's accessories, the cannon, the energon axe, and the matrix of leadership! https://www.agoramodels.com/us/optimus-prime/

Stage 108 of the Ecto-1 build continues construction of the right rear fender! Oria Screwdriver Set: https://www.amazon.com/ORIA-Screwdriver-Professional-Precision-Smartphone/dp/B01E16J6RQ/ref=sr_1_4?crid=MV8796Y1YS33&keywords=oria+screwdriver+set&qid=1580868330&sprefix=oria+s%2Caps%2C180&sr=8-4 Build the Ecto-1: https://www.fanhome.com/us/movie-series/ecto-1-ghostbusters-model-kit/?gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiAnL-sBhBnEiwAJRGigtww5XLSHNVI2JYrgM_Nyj3jp5n-PD8TrhJqBsXp1bkRjTFxfa3KPhoCvNoQAvD_BwE

Today I assemble the next piece in our Batman journey with the Metal Earth Dark Knight version of the Bat-Signal. Model: https://www.amazon.com/Metal-Earth-Batman-Tweezers-Fascinations/dp/B0B7261FBX/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2ALETK9MLEKOW&keywords=metal+earth+bat+signal&qid=1705604034&sprefix=metal+earth+bat+signal%2Caps%2C99&sr=8-1

Stage 107 of the Ecto-1 build continues construction of the right rear fender! Oria Screwdriver Set: https://www.amazon.com/ORIA-Screwdriver-Professional-Precision-Smartphone/dp/B01E16J6RQ/ref=sr_1_4?crid=MV8796Y1YS33&keywords=oria+screwdriver+set&qid=1580868330&sprefix=oria+s%2Caps%2C180&sr=8-4 Build the Ecto-1: https://www.fanhome.com/us/movie-series/ecto-1-ghostbusters-model-kit/?gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiAnL-sBhBnEiwAJRGigtww5XLSHNVI2JYrgM_Nyj3jp5n-PD8TrhJqBsXp1bkRjTFxfa3KPhoCvNoQAvD_BwE

Today I assemble the next piece in our Batman journey with the Metal Earth BvS version of the Batwing. Model: https://www.amazon.com/Fascinations-Metal-Batman-Superman-Batwing/dp/B01FWP7HBM/ref=sr_1_3?crid=1NZOBDM2UW622&keywords=metal+earth+batwing&qid=1705288718&sprefix=metal+earth+batwing%2Caps%2C98&sr=8-3

Stage 106 of the Ecto-1 build begins construction of the right rear fender! Oria Screwdriver Set: https://www.amazon.com/ORIA-Screwdriver-Professional-Precision-Smartphone/dp/B01E16J6RQ/ref=sr_1_4?crid=MV8796Y1YS33&keywords=oria+screwdriver+set&qid=1580868330&sprefix=oria+s%2Caps%2C180&sr=8-4 Build the Ecto-1: https://www.fanhome.com/us/movie-series/ecto-1-ghostbusters-model-kit/?gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiAnL-sBhBnEiwAJRGigtww5XLSHNVI2JYrgM_Nyj3jp5n-PD8TrhJqBsXp1bkRjTFxfa3KPhoCvNoQAvD_BwE

Today I assemble the next piece in our Batman journey with the Metal Earth BvS version of the Batmobile. Model: https://www.amazon.com/Metal-Earth-Batman-Superman-Batmobile/dp/B01BMYAWW8/ref=sr_1_5?crid=2ZQ68JBF694ZO&keywords=metal+earth+batmobile&qid=1705275337&sprefix=metal+earth+batmobile%2Caps%2C109&sr=8-5

Stage 105 of the Ecto-1 build completes construction of the rear door and attaches it to the body! Oria Screwdriver Set: https://www.amazon.com/ORIA-Screwdriver-Professional-Precision-Smartphone/dp/B01E16J6RQ/ref=sr_1_4?crid=MV8796Y1YS33&keywords=oria+screwdriver+set&qid=1580868330&sprefix=oria+s%2Caps%2C180&sr=8-4 Build the Ecto-1: https://www.fanhome.com/us/movie-series/ecto-1-ghostbusters-model-kit/?gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiAnL-sBhBnEiwAJRGigtww5XLSHNVI2JYrgM_Nyj3jp5n-PD8TrhJqBsXp1bkRjTFxfa3KPhoCvNoQAvD_BwE

Today I build and light the Lego Classic Batmobile using the Brick Loot lighting kit! The kit really transforms this nice Lego set into a standout piece worthy of your collection! Model: https://www.amazon.com/Lego-DC-Batman-Batmobile-Building/dp/B08ZF9QCWB/ref=sr_1_9?crid=2LI4M9B5F7M8B&keywords=lego+batmobile&qid=1705176796&sprefix=lego+batmobile%2Caps%2C139&sr=8-9&ufe=app_do%3Aamzn1.fos.006c50ae-5d4c-4777-9bc0-4513d670b6bc Light Kit: https://www.amazon.com/Brick-Loot-Lighting-Classic-Batmobile/dp/B09D8KCF9V/ref=sr_1_1?crid=225MYNM89ZONB&keywords=76188&qid=1705176814&sprefix=76188%2Caps%2C111&sr=8-1

Stage 104 of the Ecto-1 build continues construction of the rear door! Oria Screwdriver Set: https://www.amazon.com/ORIA-Screwdriver-Professional-Precision-Smartphone/dp/B01E16J6RQ/ref=sr_1_4?crid=MV8796Y1YS33&keywords=oria+screwdriver+set&qid=1580868330&sprefix=oria+s%2Caps%2C180&sr=8-4 Build the Ecto-1: https://www.fanhome.com/us/movie-series/ecto-1-ghostbusters-model-kit/?gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiAnL-sBhBnEiwAJRGigtww5XLSHNVI2JYrgM_Nyj3jp5n-PD8TrhJqBsXp1bkRjTFxfa3KPhoCvNoQAvD_BwE

Today I continue the Batman journey by moving on to the BvS iteration of the character. Take a look as I build the new Bat Signal! Model: https://www.metalearth.com/batman/batman-v-superman-bat-signal

Stage 103 of the Ecto-1 build continues construction of the rear door! Oria Screwdriver Set: https://www.amazon.com/ORIA-Screwdriver-Professional-Precision-Smartphone/dp/B01E16J6RQ/ref=sr_1_4?crid=MV8796Y1YS33&keywords=oria+screwdriver+set&qid=1580868330&sprefix=oria+s%2Caps%2C180&sr=8-4 Build the Ecto-1: https://www.fanhome.com/us/movie-series/ecto-1-ghostbusters-model-kit/?gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiAnL-sBhBnEiwAJRGigtww5XLSHNVI2JYrgM_Nyj3jp5n-PD8TrhJqBsXp1bkRjTFxfa3KPhoCvNoQAvD_BwE

Today I continue the Batman journey by staying with the 1980's movies starring Michael Keaton! This entry has me building that beautiful and iconic batwing! Model: https://www.amazon.com/Fascinations-Metal-Earth-Batman-Batwing/dp/B01AO0O7MM/ref=sr_1_1?crid=8X5XG4IZ8QHL&keywords=metal+earth+batwing&qid=1704642372&sprefix=metal+earth+batwin%2Caps%2C115&sr=8-1

Stage 102 of the Ecto-1 build begins construction of the rear door! Oria Screwdriver Set: https://www.amazon.com/ORIA-Screwdriver-Professional-Precision-Smartphone/dp/B01E16J6RQ/ref=sr_1_4?crid=MV8796Y1YS33&keywords=oria+screwdriver+set&qid=1580868330&sprefix=oria+s%2Caps%2C180&sr=8-4 Build the Ecto-1: https://www.fanhome.com/us/movie-series/ecto-1-ghostbusters-model-kit/?gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiAnL-sBhBnEiwAJRGigtww5XLSHNVI2JYrgM_Nyj3jp5n-PD8TrhJqBsXp1bkRjTFxfa3KPhoCvNoQAvD_BwE

Today I continue the Batman journey by moving up to the 1980's movies starring Michael Keaton! This entry has me building that beautiful and iconic batmobile! Model: https://www.amazon.com/Fascinations-Metal-Earth-Batman-Batmobile/dp/B01AO0GF6I/ref=sr_1_3?crid=1K5D8Z1IHLOUA&keywords=metal+earth+batmobile&qid=1704390148&sprefix=metal+earth+batmobile%2Caps%2C124&sr=8-3

Stage 101 of the Ecto-1 build completes construction of the right rear window assembly and attaches it to the body! Oria Screwdriver Set: https://www.amazon.com/ORIA-Screwdriver-Professional-Precision-Smartphone/dp/B01E16J6RQ/ref=sr_1_4?crid=MV8796Y1YS33&keywords=oria+screwdriver+set&qid=1580868330&sprefix=oria+s%2Caps%2C180&sr=8-4 Build the Ecto-1: https://www.fanhome.com/us/movie-series/ecto-1-ghostbusters-model-kit/?gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiAnL-sBhBnEiwAJRGigtww5XLSHNVI2JYrgM_Nyj3jp5n-PD8TrhJqBsXp1bkRjTFxfa3KPhoCvNoQAvD_BwE

Pack 11 is here! Today I finish up the legs with the fuel tanks and the tires, then I move on to the waist, abdomen, and spine! https://www.agoramodels.com/us/optimus-prime/

Stage 100 of the Ecto-1 build begins construction of the right rear window assembly! Oria Screwdriver Set: https://www.amazon.com/ORIA-Screwdriver-Professional-Precision-Smartphone/dp/B01E16J6RQ/ref=sr_1_4?crid=MV8796Y1YS33&keywords=oria+screwdriver+set&qid=1580868330&sprefix=oria+s%2Caps%2C180&sr=8-4 Build the Ecto-1: https://www.fanhome.com/us/movie-series/ecto-1-ghostbusters-model-kit/?gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiAnL-sBhBnEiwAJRGigtww5XLSHNVI2JYrgM_Nyj3jp5n-PD8TrhJqBsXp1bkRjTFxfa3KPhoCvNoQAvD_BwE

Today I kick off a brand new series of models.....Batman! We start the series in style with the classic 1960's batmobile! Model: https://www.amazon.com/Metal-Batman-Classic-Batmobile-Fascinations/dp/B01AO06EVY/ref=sr_1_1?crid=13T6JIYY62ZGT&keywords=metal+earth+classic+batmobile&qid=1703945492&sprefix=metal+earth+classic+batmobile%2Caps%2C115&sr=8-1

Stage 99 of the Ecto-1 build completes assembly of the rear passenger side door and attaches it to the body! Oria Screwdriver Set: https://www.amazon.com/ORIA-Screwdriver-Professional-Precision-Smartphone/dp/B01E16J6RQ/ref=sr_1_4?crid=MV8796Y1YS33&keywords=oria+screwdriver+set&qid=1580868330&sprefix=oria+s%2Caps%2C180&sr=8-4 Build the Ecto-1: https://www.fanhome.com/us/movie-series/ecto-1-ghostbusters-model-kit/?gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiAnL-sBhBnEiwAJRGigtww5XLSHNVI2JYrgM_Nyj3jp5n-PD8TrhJqBsXp1bkRjTFxfa3KPhoCvNoQAvD_BwE

Today I speed build the B-17 Flying Fortress from Metal Earth! Take a look as I attempt to finish the build as fast as possible, and then compare it to the aviation models we previously built! Model: https://www.amazon.com/Metal-Earth-Fascinations-MMS091-502489-Boeing-Construction/dp/B014EVY1C8/ref=sr_1_4?crid=792NA5V930CM&keywords=metal+earth+b-17+flying+fortress&qid=1703781493&sprefix=metal+earth+b%2Caps%2C118&sr=8-4 Tools: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B096DT59T7/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Oria Screwdriver Set: https://www.amazon.com/ORIA-Screwdriver-Professional-Precision-Smartphone/dp/B01E16J6RQ/ref=sr_1_4?crid=MV8796Y1YS33&keywords=oria+screwdriver+set&qid=1580868330&sprefix=oria+s%2Caps%2C180&sr=8-4 Build the Ecto-1: https://www.fanhome.com/us/movie-series/ecto-1-ghostbusters-model-kit/?gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiAnL-sBhBnEiwAJRGigtww5XLSHNVI2JYrgM_Nyj3jp5n-PD8TrhJqBsXp1bkRjTFxfa3KPhoCvNoQAvD_BwE

Who you gonna call?! That's right, today I'm taking on the Metal Earth Ghostbusters Ecto-1! This piece proved challenging but rewarding and provides such a great representation of such an iconic vehicle! Model: https://www.amazon.com/Fascinations-Metal-Earth-Premium-Ghostbusters/dp/B09S1H6ZLR/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3TGADG15HKVEX&keywords=metal+earth+ecto+1&qid=1703774627&sprefix=metal+earth+ec%2Caps%2C123&sr=8-1

Stage 97 of the Ecto-1 build continues assembly of the rear passenger side door! Oria Screwdriver Set: https://www.amazon.com/ORIA-Screwdriver-Professional-Precision-Smartphone/dp/B01E16J6RQ/ref=sr_1_4?crid=MV8796Y1YS33&keywords=oria+screwdriver+set&qid=1580868330&sprefix=oria+s%2Caps%2C180&sr=8-4 Build the Ecto-1: https://www.fanhome.com/us/movie-series/ecto-1-ghostbusters-model-kit/?gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiAnL-sBhBnEiwAJRGigtww5XLSHNVI2JYrgM_Nyj3jp5n-PD8TrhJqBsXp1bkRjTFxfa3KPhoCvNoQAvD_BwE