How to Install the PG Unicorn Clear Psycho Frame: Step-by-Step Guide + LED Pairing Tips Full disassembly sequence, Clear vs. Light-Guide handling, cable routing, and verification checklist

Quick Reference

What You'll Need

必須ツール

• Sprue cutters — sharp, flush-cut recommended
• Fine-tip tweezers — for PMMA part handling
• Sanding sticks — 400 / 600 / 800 grit for gate cleanup
• Hobby knife / panel line scribe
• Soft microfiber mat — to protect clear parts during assembly

Optional but Recommended

• Matte clear coat (Tamiya TS-80) — for Clear version light diffusion
• PG 1/60 compatible LED kit — for Light-Guide version illumination
• Plastic-safe lubricant — for joints needing adjustment
• Magnifying lamp — for PMMA gate work

Before You Start: Know Your Version

Phase 1: Disassembly

Work from extremities inward. Follow this order:

• Step 1: Remove armor panels — start with hands, feet, lower legs; work inward
• Step 2: Open torso section — remove chest armor and cockpit hatch to expose the upper frame
• Step 3: Separate the hip block — the pelvis joint bears the most stress; work carefully
• Step 4: Remove leg assemblies — separate at hip, then knee, then ankle
• Step 5: Remove shoulder and arm assemblies last

Tip: Store original psycho frame parts in labelled bags — useful for reference or future restoration.

Phase 2: Frame Replacement

Torso Core Frame

• Release clip-in panels using a flat spudger or the back of a hobby knife
• Test-fit replacement panels in both Unicorn Mode and Destroy Mode positions before committing
• Apply even pressure during clip-in to avoid stress fractures in PMMA

Head Unit

• The NT-D horn split mechanism runs through the head frame — verify it moves smoothly after replacement
• Reassemble head armor only after confirming the transformation cycle functions correctly

Arms and Legs

• Replace panel by panel, proximal to distal (shoulder/hip → wrist/ankle)
• Elbow and knee joints are under the most mechanical stress — ensure full seating
• For Light-Guide version: leave planned LED gaps at knee and elbow sections

Phase 3: LED Kit Integration (Light-Guide Version)

LEDキットの選定基準

• 8+ LED segments for full-body coverage across all frame sections
• Color options: Red (Unit 01 standard) / Gold (Banshee/Phenex) / Green (Final Battle) / custom
• Wireless or concealed battery pack — no external wires visible in final display

Cable Routing Sequence

• Torso core: Main battery/controller connects here — the routing hub for all branch cables
• Chest → head: Upper body LEDs thread through the neck channel
• Chest → hip: Main trunk cable passes through the torso-pelvis connection
• Hip → legs: Branch cables route into each leg's internal channel
• Shoulder → arms: Smallest runs — route before closing shoulder armor

Route all cables before closing final armor panels. Secure with model-safe tape during routing — no permanent adhesive until circuit is verified.

Phase 4: Reassembly and Final Verification

Reassemble in reverse order — limbs before torso, torso armor last. Then verify:

• ✓ All clear/light-guide frame panels fully visible in Destroy Mode
• ✓ NT-D transformation cycle smooth with no binding or resistance
• ✓ Full LED circuit test with kit in both Unicorn Mode and Destroy Mode
• ✓ No armor panel gaps or misalignments
• ✓ All joints hold poses without sagging

Common Issues and Solutions

• ▸ Panel won't seat fully: Lightly sand the peg/tab with 600 grit. PMMA tolerances are slightly tighter than ABS — never force-fit.
• ▸ Clear version LED hot spots: Apply a thin matte varnish coat to the panel's inner face and dry fully, or insert a thin diffuser film between LED and frame.
• ▸ Light-Guide dark areas: The material diffuses light from the side/edge — if the LED is pressing directly against the surface, move it back slightly to restore diffusion.
• ▸ Stiff transformation after install: Check for cable routing that may be catching. The PG Unicorn's mechanism requires approximately 2–3mm of panel travel clearance.
• ▸ PMMA part cracked during assembly: Contact Takara Model Studio for replacement. Use PMMA-compatible adhesive only — standard model cement is not compatible.

よくある質問

This is an independently produced replacement kit. It is not affiliated with Bandai Spirits. LED kits are sold separately. Takara Model Studio cannot be held responsible for damage resulting from improper installation.