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Tamiya Humvee just arrived
Illini
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Joined: March 27, 2003
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Posted: Wednesday, May 14, 2003 - 03:26 PM UTC
from Hobbylink Japan.

Took about three weeks, but part of that was a special holiday in Japan - it only took five days in transit - not bad for an ocean away. Cost was about $28 - $19 for the model and $9 for shipping.

I had to open it and get started. Very fine parts, especially the suspension. Incredible detaiu; molded in. There are a few ejector ho;es in bad places. The sprue cut off points are a little thick sometimes, but the plastic is nice and sanded up really well.

I will keep you posted on progress. I'm doing it out of the box, as that's all my skills allow for the moment. I will be trying some dry brushing and minor weathering. Any advice would be appreciated.

Does the "in progress" forum work? Are the people hyper anal or what - I'm new around here.

:-) :-) :-) :-)
Victor123
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Posted: Wednesday, May 14, 2003 - 06:41 PM UTC
Yea, the Humvee looks amazing from TAMIYA website,
i just ordered one from www.ent-mart.com yesterday,
cost was $16.99+9.50 shipping!! they just replied me said already shipped today,
i am waiting for it too!! hope i can get it in next week!!

Illini, please keep post your progress on Humvee, share your experience on how to make it good, please!!
SS-74
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Posted: Thursday, May 15, 2003 - 01:13 AM UTC
Yeah heard it's awesome, have a store here is selling it for like 98 HK bucks it's like 13 bucks or some. real awesome. Sushi had got one, I hope he will get one for me...Question, can this one be built into that is in BHD?
keenan
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Posted: Thursday, May 15, 2003 - 02:28 AM UTC
Illini,

I have never seen anyone get flamed in the “Rivet Review Board” forum. Everything is always cordial and constructive. Post some pics as you build. You won’t be sorry, trust me. Someone may have a suggestion you never thought of. All of my experiences have been excellent.
SS-74
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Posted: Thursday, May 15, 2003 - 02:38 AM UTC

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Illini,

I have never seen anyone get flamed in the “Rivet Review Board” forum. Everything is always cordial and constructive. Post some pics as you build. You won’t be sorry, trust me. Someone may have a suggestion you never thought of. All of my experiences have been excellent.



This is not true... #:-) I flame pink tank and blue tank with huge wheels all da times.... Them weird looking thingies!!!! #:-) #:-) #:-)

Yeah, IIIini, no worry, people might poke fun but all good hearted and try to stay on the funny side... And welcome to the site, a bit late I know.....but ya know I am distracted and disturbed by all the weird stuff I see lately....
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