Vintage Action Force / G.I.Joe Killer W.H.A.L.E Hovercraft restoration part 4 - Toy Polloi

Part four and the final part of the restoration of a vintage Action Force / G.I.Joe Killer W.H.A.L.E Hovercraft. Most of this video is spent repairing the rear propellers and vanes. With the final addition of new stickers that are now available on toypolloi.com for Free.
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[@markmooredesign]

Thank you so much for these videos and information. This really helped me restore my childhood GI Joe's from the 1980's. As a child it was always so upsetting when your favorite toy broke. The only options as a child was to try to glue the broken part that typically failed or tape it. With these new ideas and skills I've been able to expand on them and come up with many other quality repairs instead of part replacement. It is so exciting to see my Killer WHALE along with so many other toys together again. Cheers!

[@toypolloi]

Really glad they have helped. That is the whole idea behind Toy Polloi.

[@TimHayes]

Excellent job Dave!

[@StonegateCreations]

Thank you very much for the shout-out and link to my site Dave! (stonegate creations). I'm always working on new parts for ARAH vehicles, either by 3d print or injection molding. All the flexible parts on the WHALE that brittle over time are made of polypropylene. There are special hot-melt glue sticks intended for this type of material that works much better than typical off-the-shelf glues. Great job as always repairing these awesome toys with your ingenuity.

[@jeffkerr5048]

Dave, can you recommend the special hot-melt glue stick I need for the brittle round propeller shroud. Thank you.

[@toypolloi]

I used a UV activated glue as seen in the video.

[@jeffkerr5048]

@@toypolloi I read where Loctite 60 second all-purpose glue works and stays flexible. I read numerous comments that the UV glue doesn't cure right unless using it on clear material. I'm a novice so I'm trying to find the the best way to go.

[@TheRowlandstone73]

Epic restoration! Really enjoyed watching all 4 parts. Cool looking toy too. I had some Action Force, (used to get the comic as well), but the W.H.A.L.E. obviously passed me by!

[@TheUncleRuckus]

Turned out great 👍👍

[@sethnasser4099]

Thank you so much. I’m ready to tackle the last bits of my own WHALE project with your helpful tips and tricks. So appreciative of your work.

[@mrlurchAU]

I was only thinking the other day, if Dave had a 3D printer, man he’d be dangerous. And now someone sends you another printed part!

[@rubenfigueroa5373]

Great work. It looks amazing.

[@jeffkerr5048]

This was a great learning experience. I hope to get those brittle propeller shrouds glued together so they hold the vanes in place. Your fixes using Lego parts is pure genius and much more solid. As I'm restoring my Sons Whale from the 80's I refer to your vids often.

[@briansadler5460]

Another amazing video Brother.

[@DRNicholasJones]

I’ve really enjoyed this series bringing once broken toys back to glory .

[@davidrobinson1638]

Brilliant. All that hard work really paid off. I think it looks ace. It’s a really nice looking vehicle and your repair methods are fantastic. I’ve only recently started watching your videos but you’ve already inspired me to fix some off my old figures. My wife’s not happy like...I’m meant to be painting the hallway.

[@michaelbassett2056]

Awesome restoration, I'm working on my Night Force version. I'm going to use some of your techniques in my attempt. Awesome job thank you

[@spacepiratejacen2258]

Thank you! ☠️🏴

[@Trabunkle]

I have the US version of the W.H.A.L.E. and was thinking on reparing some of the broken stuff on it, now that I've seen your videos, I got a lot of ideas on how to fix it! Thanks Mate! Nuff Said!

[@gregspinks8487]

👍 awesome work toy polloi great videos 👌

[@MrDrokkul]

Its amazing how the WHALE is a beautifully designed toy and a horribly designed toy at the same time. Looks beautiful in a collection, but definitely wasn't made to withstand young boys war battles.

[@bddellow]

Great series of videos! Thank you for all you do.

[@seanmc7128]

Toy-polloi is the MacGyver of toys. He can make a missile out of a pen. A military tower out of a trash can. A giant battleship out of a cardboard box.

[@javierboughton5386]

Amazing!!

[@EnigmaticPenguin]

I’d buy any of your restorations without hesitation. The original part prices are just too crazy. I have a soft spot in my heart for your repairs because they remind me of a more sophisticated kind of fix my dad would have done in my toys when I broke them. There’s a charm to imperfect toys.

[@lostonwallace1396]

I have to tell you that I LOVE that your Killer WHALE has a combination of green and gray bits, Dave! In real life, military vehicles and equipment often receive replacement parts, so the mismatched colors give it a kind of add some realism to the piece. Like the Killer WHALE has been called into duty just after repairs were made, and there was no time to do paint prep. It makes this toy your own unique version! Action Force and GI JOE stickers also adds a nice custom touch!. I really dig it! You really managed to come up with some nice fixes on this one, and the results are one of the coolest toy vehicles that I've seen you work on on the channel!

[@toypolloi]

Thanks. It was a fun project with lots of interesting repairs to do. The end result is not perfect, but still very displayable.

[@vengeance1701]

The UV light method reminds me of the modern way they've been doing fillings in teeth. I was so worried about my first one, but...with the new stuff, it's easy.

[@toypolloi]

The glue seems very good. I've used it on a few projects and like the results.

[@chrismayer3919]

Another idea is to glue tiny dollhouse door hinges to allow FULL use of the vertical rudders!

[@dazthedarklord774]

Absolutely fantastic is this one Dave. As I've said before, never much of an action force collector but it doesn't distract from watching a master at work. Always a pleasure matey. Might have to try that UV Glue. Super job as ever squire. 👍 👌 👏👏

[@SlugCouture]

Gorgeous Build!

[@Norrbottning]

Well done mate. It's been a long progress

[@drawingbyhand]

great restoration on killer whale toy polloi. i had different stickers with dolphin on the side etc. i dont remember these stickers at all looks good though.

[@ericbrooks1562]

A true master. Brings bach wonderful memories 👍

[@DoktorPill]

Enjoyed all four parts of this restoration. Great job!

[@BrynSmith76]

So glad I could help with a few parts, it looks so much better with all your hard work. I can't wait to see your custom toy polloi whale captain. I was thinking the exact same thing when I saw him, it wouldn't take too much modification to make it into you. It's a custom I wouldn't mind making for you myself lol

[@davidandrews5215]

I use a finish nails to repair the bottom piece that hooks the bottom together and I also use bread ties for the vanes and a really small 1/16 drill bit and hand drill and it work great and the way that you use is cool as well

[@zarnistastudios]

What a lovely transformation. Definitely worth the time and patience to put the work in. Clever fixes on the blades and fins!!!

[@Slammarang]

Amazing restoration video & videos. I can’t imagine how much time and effort that took, but the end result speaks for itself! Keep up the great work!

[@toypolloi]

Thank you very much!

[@Tim-57]

Great series Dave!

[@rickcapobianco7475]

Great video , I enjoyed all four parts!

[@toypolloi]

Glad you enjoyed!

[@eltenda]

Great project indeed

[@crispycollar1071]

Very impressive.

[@danjones1710]

Absolutely wonderful 4 vids for this. Thanks so much man. I barely remember the thing even having that bike, must have lost it early on. :-)

[@anthonyboychuk3708]

You did good

[@Assorted12]

Looks great. Job well done Mr Polloi.

[@samuzamu]

It may be possible to reinforce and keep the fan shrouds circular, by gluing a ring of some transparent plastic on their inside. From a small plastic bottle or similar. Anyway, impressive work! I admire your patience with such a frustratingly constructed toy.

[@tootyuk]

Great series Dave, really enjoyed seeing it come back to life, my mate had the KW when we were kids, fantastic toy

[@mikesmith2718]

Glad to see different tips and tricks for working on vanes. I've been repairing these for years and now I have a new technique after watching this restoration. I love action force and I wish I had an action force whale but I'm doing z force only right now and red shadows

[@kaylemathewcomendador6964]

A nicely done fix. The parts involving the turbines and fins are really prone to breaking, so this looks helpful on that part.

[@Retro_Game_Craze23]

I’m just about to start this video. I have been really looking forward to this 4th video.

[@erickavery1]

Superb work as always. You know what would be a great next large gijoe/action force project? The General. I don't know if it was ever released in action force but I remember as a child I always wanted one but obviously it was too expensive.

[@toypolloi]

I don't recall that vehicle at all. Might be US only. But it does look great.

[@mikesmith2718]

I used uv glue for the vanes before but I love the trick you did with the vice I need one of those

[@toypolloi]

You'll find all the tools I use in the tool shop on toypolloi.com

[@HankyPanky44]

It's been a real pleasure watching this restoration! I love watching your work on GI Joe/Action Force, used several techniques from your videos on my own stuff. KUTGW!

[@toypolloi]

Thanks. Glad you enjoyed the series.

[@blueboyhotwheelsandmore869]

Well it came a long way, and I must say it's nice, I'm proud of you, that last bit with the turbines made me feel like I couldn't deal with that, I would have to try and track down parts and buy them, but you did it you fixed them, that says a lot, you wanted to go more correct with the stickers and that was a firm move, I like that you did that that was a good choice, overall very nice well done.

[@DisclaimerGarage]

I love it! Your videos have inspired me to repair some of my GI Joe toys. I’ve repaired my Killer WHALE ramp with Lego similar to your repair. Also, I’ve repaired a Night Viper pelvis with the Miliput! Well done, sir!

[@KingofPotatoPeople]

If you remember the Triplicator in Red Dwarf, it seems Cutter has had an experience with it!

[@RobertReno1]

Nice job, Dave!!! Glad you used my suggestion from a while back about the UV glue. That and my suggestion about Fred over at Stonegate productions. He's a good guy, isn't he? GI Joe is a great line and I am glad you are doing videos about those toys. Hasbro put out enough of that line to keep you busy with videos for YEARS! lol Same can be said for Transformers too! :)

[@RoProStudio]

I think the ink on decals will smear when you take it in the bathtub with you.

[@itsgeekbeat]

Not a fan of the UV glue-fixes because you can see residue of it pretty much every time. But I love your channel and the fixes in generel.

[@shadowaura5631]

Amazing restoration as usual, I've really enjoying binge watching your content and some of your repairs are so creative it's amazing and I love learning from you, thank you

[@freedoomed]

Have you tried hydrogenperoxide and UV light to de-yellow parts? this process is often called retrobrighting because it's used to restore the color to old video game consoles and computers.

[@Scrimjer]

Waby Saby needs to be a badge

[@brianartillery]

Those blade guards are polypropylene, by the look of them. That can be destroyed by sunlight, and (as I have found from experience) can actually crumble to dust. It's very weird - I had an uplighter, by a window. When I moved it, to paint the wall, the light diffuser crazed, and when I touched it, it crumbled to dust. Fascinating and annoying.

[@Pelaeztv]

👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@TheDarthMushroom]

Would some glassjar or can fit the circle and make the rerounding easier?

[@sonicimperium]

Hey Polloi!

[@jeffkerr5048]

Hello Dave, been working on the shrouds that surround the propeller and noticed there is a tab on the bottom that slides into the boat. Mine is broken off the shroud and was wondering if there is a Logo piece or something that can be used. It would give extra support instead of just sitting there being held by the propeller. Also what adhesive to use to glue it to the shroud. Thanks again for your videos.

[@jeffkerr5048]

Hello again Dave. I have all my parts for the Whale and did some of your repairs with the pin vice that worked great. I'm concerned with some scuffs and scratches on the bottom black section. Is there anyway to get rid of them and is there something I can use to shine up the black section to enhance the overall appearance. Thanks again for your great videos.

[@LastBastian]

Hey, I know your question is from six months ago, but I restored my whale and used an automotive care product: "Meguiar's vinyl- rubber- and plastic protectant" It's a spray on - wipe clean, product like Armor all, that specifically restores and protects plastic. I used it years ago, and it still looks great.

[@OmarKhanUK]

I was curious why you chose the 5sec glue rather than traditional Plastic Weld? Never really had much luck with Plastic Weld, maybe the wrong types of plastics...

[@toypolloi]

Plastic weld only works on certain types of plastic. You soon learn what works. And this softer plastic is not affected by the plastic weld

[@rahdigga6031]

FYI there’s supposed to be 6 depth charges not 5

[@toypolloi]

Thanks. I have a spare so I can make it up to six.

[@josephzanabria9369]

What’s the name of those little very thin drillers you got ? How can I get those ?

[@toypolloi]

Check out the tool shop on toypolloi.com I list most of the tools I use there. Cheers

[@Papa-eb1lt]

Definitely wouldn’t withstand a days hard play.

[@toypolloi]

I don't think it would have when it was new. So many easily broken parts. And with age those parts are quite brittle. So just for display now.

[@GenXToysGeek]

Why does it have the French flag on it?

[@kaylemathewcomendador6964]

It’s weird way of having the US flag colors on it 🇺🇸.