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Hobby Fan 051, AAVP7A1 EAAK set question
HeavyArty
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Posted: Thursday, October 09, 2008 - 02:30 AM UTC
Does this set only come with the EAAK panels? Are there any upgrades or extras in it for the vehicle itself? I'm trying to justify the price and having a hard time at it.
Kelley
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Posted: Thursday, October 09, 2008 - 03:08 AM UTC
Gino,
I just picked up this set at a show this past weekend (I got a bargain price
). I have only taken a quick look so far but it did also include a set of resin sprockets (not sure if they're an improvement over the kit supplied ones though?) If no one else has answered your post I'll take a closer look tonight and see what else may be in the box.
Mike
I just picked up this set at a show this past weekend (I got a bargain price
). I have only taken a quick look so far but it did also include a set of resin sprockets (not sure if they're an improvement over the kit supplied ones though?) If no one else has answered your post I'll take a closer look tonight and see what else may be in the box.Mike
sopmod6
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Posted: Thursday, October 09, 2008 - 03:12 AM UTC
That set comes with all panels, steps, ladders, and those posts that hold the upper hatch doors in place. It also comes with hatches (2) headlights (2) and the old style exhaust.
If you want some pics of the parts layout, I can send them out tonight. PM me your email addy.
btw, I've got three sets (hint,hint).
If you want some pics of the parts layout, I can send them out tonight. PM me your email addy.
btw, I've got three sets (hint,hint).
Removed by original poster on 10/09/08 - 14:19:37 (GMT).
HeavyArty
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Posted: Thursday, October 09, 2008 - 03:28 AM UTC
Hint taken. 
PM sent.
PM sent.
jon_a_its
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Posted: Monday, October 13, 2008 - 11:41 AM UTC
erm...
aren't HobbyBoss doing this one soon?
aren't HobbyBoss doing this one soon?
HeavyArty
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Posted: Monday, October 13, 2008 - 05:39 PM UTC
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erm...
aren't HobbyBoss doing this one soon?
Maybe...its been on their "Coming Soon" list for about 2 years now. Nothing yet. Also, I already have all the other parts...Tamiya kit, Blast RAMS/RS running gear, HF interior, etc., etc. Might as well finish out the sets. If HB does come out w/thiers, its another to build.
jon_a_its
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Posted: Tuesday, October 14, 2008 - 01:29 AM UTC
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Maybe...its been on their "Coming Soon" list for about 2 years now. Nothing yet. Also, I already have all the other parts...Tamiya kit, Blast RAMS/RS running gear, HF interior, etc., etc. Might as well finish out the sets. If HB does come out w/thiers, its another to build.
Hadn't thought of that...
Hay!
if you Build it, then HB WILL release the kit! I've got the EEAK mounting kit as well as the HF EEAK, & the 'knock-off' kit with the plastic EEAK..' the mfr name escapes me..
the HF interior is over USD$100 at the mo, so will pass on that right now...
but will watch your build blog with great interest
HeavyArty
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Posted: Tuesday, October 14, 2008 - 01:41 AM UTC
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I've got the EEAK mounting kit as well as the HF EEAK, & the 'knock-off' kit with the plastic EEAK..' the mfr name escapes me..
the HF interior is over USD$100 at the mo, so will pass on that right now...
but will watch your build blog with great interest
I have the Trumpeter/MiniHobby EAAK from their kit too, it just looks pretty poor to me, soft on detail and missing quite a few panels on the roof an a few other areas. If you have the HF mounting kit, you don't need the EAAK set. It is either or, they are not used together. I happened to get the interior for a steal at a show, less than $60.
I probably won't start it any time soon though. I just started a 1/35 USCG MH-60J Jayhawk conversion.
jon_a_its
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Posted: Wednesday, October 15, 2008 - 12:46 AM UTC
Thanks Gino
Couldn't remember the knock off mfr name as most of my stuff is still in packing from last move (!)
I have both the early Tamiya LVTP7 original boxing, & the MiniHobby with EAAK, then both the HF EAAK set & HF mounting kit.
From your earlier posts on you scratched interior, & others, I realised that they were not used together...
but since both HF were e8@y steals i'd planned to one EEAK & one with measles... (mount kit) 
Congrats onbagging the interior, I'll keep a weather eye for it, but the price will have to be right eg cheap enough
BTW, could any of the up-armoured AAV's (or LVTP's) be build without the RAMS running gear upgrade?
I cut my teeth on the HF LVTP5 Interior, with most of the scars healed now, must finish it in time for next hobby show...
Couldn't remember the knock off mfr name as most of my stuff is still in packing from last move (!)
I have both the early Tamiya LVTP7 original boxing, & the MiniHobby with EAAK, then both the HF EAAK set & HF mounting kit.
From your earlier posts on you scratched interior, & others, I realised that they were not used together...
but since both HF were e8@y steals i'd planned to one EEAK & one with measles... (mount kit)
Congrats onbagging the interior, I'll keep a weather eye for it, but the price will have to be right eg cheap enough
BTW, could any of the up-armoured AAV's (or LVTP's) be build without the RAMS running gear upgrade?
I cut my teeth on the HF LVTP5 Interior, with most of the scars healed now, must finish it in time for next hobby show...
Frenchy
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Posted: Wednesday, October 15, 2008 - 01:07 AM UTC
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BTW, could any of the up-armoured AAV's (or LVTP's) be build without the RAMS running gear upgrade?
Yes...
HTH
Frenchy
AngryDog
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Posted: Wednesday, October 15, 2008 - 06:54 AM UTC
Hey Henri,
those photos sure brings back memories of not too long ago. And I've 5 more tracks waiting on the shelf to be built!
I hope HB gets their kits going--Has anyone tried writing to them?
those photos sure brings back memories of not too long ago.
And I've 5 more tracks waiting on the shelf to be built! I hope HB gets their kits going--Has anyone tried writing to them?
ruzzaa
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Posted: Thursday, October 16, 2008 - 07:47 AM UTC
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Quoted Texterm...
aren't HobbyBoss doing this one soon?
Maybe...its been on their "Coming Soon" list for about 2 years now. Nothing yet. Also, I already have all the other parts...Tamiya kit, Blast RAMS/RS running gear, HF interior, etc., etc. Might as well finish out the sets. If HB does come out w/thiers, its another to build.
HobbyBoss Kit AAVP7A1
afv_rob
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Posted: Thursday, October 16, 2008 - 08:16 AM UTC
Where did you find that pic Geoff? I knew hobbyboss said they were going to do one, but this test shot is news to me! Looks like theres an interior in there.
Kelley
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Posted: Thursday, October 16, 2008 - 08:48 AM UTC
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Where did you find that pic Geoff? I knew hobbyboss said they were going to do one, but this test shot is news to me! Looks like theres an interior in there.
I'm not Geoff, but the answer is here:
http://happy.ap.teacup.com/applet/runchickens/20081016/archive
pics from the Tokyo hobby show.
I agree Rob, there does appear to be at least a rudimentary interior in there. It also looks like they have included the newer exhaust muffler, but the older style running gear.
Mike
Frenchy
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Posted: Thursday, October 16, 2008 - 09:41 AM UTC
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there does appear to be at least a rudimentary interior in there.
To me it looks to be rather complete
from this recent (and somewhat tense) thread
HTH
Frenchy
seb43
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Posted: Thursday, October 16, 2008 - 10:15 AM UTC
Good news from Hobby boss
Release date ??
Cheers
Seb
Release date ??
Cheers
Seb
jon_a_its
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Posted: Thursday, October 16, 2008 - 11:04 AM UTC
More pics of the kit here: https://armorama.kitmaker.net/modules.php?op=modload&name=SquawkBox&file=index&req=forums/125282&page=1#1050780
with apols to Gino...
with apols to Gino...
junglejim
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Posted: Thursday, October 16, 2008 - 01:35 PM UTC
Ahh, the classic 'stopper your mouth'! Always a great line to use at social events. 
So much nicer than 'shut yer gob' 
Jim
So much nicer than 'shut yer gob' Jim
Kelley
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Posted: Thursday, October 16, 2008 - 02:13 PM UTC
Quoted Text
Quoted Textthere does appear to be at least a rudimentary interior in there.
To me it looks to be rather complete
from this recent (and somewhat tense) thread
HTH
Frenchy
I had totally forgotten about that thread, (even though I added a couple of posts to it
). Jeez, life is just too crazy right now. 
troubble27
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Posted: Thursday, October 16, 2008 - 02:36 PM UTC
I wish they'd hurry up and release it. I want one! But isnt Hobby Boss famous for promising a kit and then never releasing it?? I am still waiting on that Navy Seal DPV.... 
Jeez, by the time it hits the shelves, the Iraq war is gonna be over and its not going to be as interesting for us modern builders
Jeez, by the time it hits the shelves, the Iraq war is gonna be over and its not going to be as interesting for us modern builders AngryDog
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Posted: Thursday, October 16, 2008 - 03:03 PM UTC
Well I hope HB releases it soon---For the fact they included an interior-I would think (or at least hope) they did their homework and got all the measurements and details right. It'll be fantastic to also follow up on the other versions. I would certainly buy a load!
AAVmarine1833
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Posted: Friday, October 17, 2008 - 09:39 AM UTC
The interior looks good. Just a little tweak here and there. And lots of soldering wire. The real thing has hell of alot more cables and hoses running through out the vehicle.
jon_a_its- only the AAV with the Upgunned Weapon station has the RAM/RS suspension old LVTP7 had the old style turret with only the 50 Cal.
Kelley: your correct that the only thing wrong with it. Other then that I will buy one.
Since the troop compartment hatches open and the center beam is a seprate piece. I think i might just ahve to start scratchbuilding a MK 154 line charge kit for it.
jon_a_its- only the AAV with the Upgunned Weapon station has the RAM/RS suspension old LVTP7 had the old style turret with only the 50 Cal.
Kelley: your correct that the only thing wrong with it. Other then that I will buy one.
Since the troop compartment hatches open and the center beam is a seprate piece. I think i might just ahve to start scratchbuilding a MK 154 line charge kit for it.
ALBOWIE
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Posted: Friday, October 17, 2008 - 11:41 AM UTC
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Well I hope HB releases it soon---For the fact they included an interior-I would think (or at least hope) they did their homework and got all the measurements and details right. It'll be fantastic to also follow up on the other versions. I would certainly buy a load!
Got a deep wallet, they are also offering the original LVTP7 as well as the uppgunned version:
http://www.hobbyboss.com/82409.htm
http://www.hobbyboss.com/82413.htm
If they are up to the standard shown then these will be excellent models.
Al
AngryDog
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Posted: Saturday, October 18, 2008 - 02:36 AM UTC
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If they are up to the standard shown then these will be excellent models.
I sure do hope so!
And to think I already punched a hole in my wallet to get all of Hobbyfans' AAVP7A1's interior, mounting blocks, EAAK armor and Recovery conversion..and another 4 Tamiya AAVs..! Oh well the more the merrier
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