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Easy_Co
Member Since: September 11, 2002
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Posted: Friday, May 23, 2003 - 06:56 AM UTC
A decent T34/76, U.S.half tracks (multiple gun carriage hmmm) Dragon wagon and the Famo (could re mortgage the house) and a affordable ww2 U.S. tank crew.
MLD
Member Since: July 21, 2002
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Posted: Friday, May 23, 2003 - 07:04 AM UTC
Keenan,
I thought I replied once, but I can't find it.. go figger..
Thanks for the tip, I've got one of the R and J which is pretty nice, but a bit fiddly.
The Verlinden version is pretty poor and the ancient MB models vers worse still..
Still, imagine how nice a modern Tamiya-quality new-tooled version would be... drool...
Mike
210cav
Member Since: February 05, 2002
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Posted: Friday, May 23, 2003 - 07:16 AM UTC
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Something I would like to see, but would probably be a failure sales wise is a 1/35 scale MBT70 with options to make the US or West German variant and the US XM803.
Other than that, I can't wait for the upcoming M3 Lee. I think it is supposed to have an interior like the new Stuarts. I've always like the looks of that tank. I just wonder what marks they will produce.
Rob--who is making the new M3? Shades of "Sahara" again....
djj
Sabot
Member Since: December 18, 2001
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Posted: Friday, May 23, 2003 - 08:26 AM UTC
DJ, I believe Academy is producing the new M3 medium tank series with interior, very much like they did with the M3 light tank series. I'm awaiting the release with baited breath.
StukeSowle
Member Since: November 08, 2002
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Posted: Friday, May 23, 2003 - 09:09 AM UTC
My most desired kit that is already out there: Tamiya's 1/16 Tiger w/ the Aber PE set.
Most desired kit that is in the works: Tristars Morser.
Most desired kit that is in the works: Tristars Morser.
kkeefe
Member Since: May 12, 2002
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Posted: Friday, May 23, 2003 - 01:24 PM UTC
A decent Pershing 1A or II Missile system in 1/35, and the AVLB conversion for the M113.
badpony
Member Since: March 06, 2003
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Posted: Friday, May 23, 2003 - 01:30 PM UTC
my previous most desired kit, this:
now that I have that, I would love a 1/48 scale E-2 Hawkeye. Revell re-releasing it's EA-6B Prowler in 1/48th would be nice also :-)
now that I have that, I would love a 1/48 scale E-2 Hawkeye. Revell re-releasing it's EA-6B Prowler in 1/48th would be nice also :-)
IvanHoe
Member Since: May 04, 2003
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Posted: Saturday, May 24, 2003 - 12:30 AM UTC
I would like to see a good M60A1 or A3 and a T-72 done. And I cannot wait to see the new Dragon T34/76's!
MLD
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Posted: Saturday, May 24, 2003 - 12:57 AM UTC
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I would like to see a good M60A1 or A3 and a T-72 done. And I cannot wait to see the new Dragon T34/76's!
I can't comment on the M60's but Tamiya's T72, with it's admitted turret dimension/shape issues is a very nice kit. A replacement turret should not be necessary from a new release from a major manufacturer, but the JK resin from Finland(?) is drop dead beautiful.
Mine, built ootb, with the kit turret got an AMPS intermediate silver
Mike
ekaufman
Member Since: June 17, 2002
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Posted: Saturday, May 24, 2003 - 08:10 AM UTC
Let's not forget The IDF Stuff
I would like to see
1. A decent IDF Centurion 'Shot Kal'
2. A Decent Mark III Baz Merkava
3. More IDF Softskins like the M-240 storm,M-325 Commandcar etc..
4. Tha Magach 7x family in plastic
Eran
I would like to see
1. A decent IDF Centurion 'Shot Kal'
2. A Decent Mark III Baz Merkava
3. More IDF Softskins like the M-240 storm,M-325 Commandcar etc..
4. Tha Magach 7x family in plastic
Eran
Kelley
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Posted: Sunday, May 25, 2003 - 03:45 PM UTC
I'll second the IDF stuff, especially a good Merkava Mk III Baz.
Mike
Mike
KFMagee
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Posted: Sunday, May 25, 2003 - 04:31 PM UTC
Technically this may not fit... not armor... but it IS a kit...
I'm looking for more of the rare "civilian" series of figures from PREISER. I just found the "5 Civilians waving" kit (#64002) at the Squadron Fest, and snatched it along with the 1:32 scale "Passengers boarding a train" (#63000) and they will look great in my upcoming diorama. Anyone know a good source for more of the PREISER series in 1:35 or 1:32?
I'm looking for more of the rare "civilian" series of figures from PREISER. I just found the "5 Civilians waving" kit (#64002) at the Squadron Fest, and snatched it along with the 1:32 scale "Passengers boarding a train" (#63000) and they will look great in my upcoming diorama. Anyone know a good source for more of the PREISER series in 1:35 or 1:32?
Potroast
Member Since: May 20, 2003
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Posted: Sunday, May 25, 2003 - 05:08 PM UTC
This is where I get all of my Preiser figures from when Phil's can't get their hands on it. Come to think of it since Phil's is closing I guess I'll be getting all of my Preiser figures from this place from now on. 
I get the 1/32 adam and eve combo kits to speed up figure posing if I don't have the time or patience to chop up a Historex figure.
Here's the link...
Greg B.
I get the 1/32 adam and eve combo kits to speed up figure posing if I don't have the time or patience to chop up a Historex figure.Here's the link...
Greg B.
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Member Since: June 07, 2002
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Posted: Sunday, May 25, 2003 - 07:44 PM UTC
I saw this a couple of times posted before
I also would love to see a PACV Hovercraft in 1:35 that would be really cool that is also probably the only vehicle that could draw me away from WW2 modeling
I also would love to see a PACV Hovercraft in 1:35 that would be really cool that is also probably the only vehicle that could draw me away from WW2 modeling
shonen_red
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Posted: Monday, May 26, 2003 - 12:36 AM UTC
Well, I guess I'm into modern AC's of any scale (1/72 and larger). Most Probably is the Harrier, Thunderbolt II, F-22, F-18, F-117. These are my favorite models
stufer
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Posted: Monday, May 26, 2003 - 06:24 AM UTC
i cant wait for the Tamiya Humvees,think i'll break out the credit card and buy two of each,plus their new Modern US accessories.....I'd also like to see Tamiya do the Challenger2,bad experience with Trumpeter in the past 
Hip_Priest
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Posted: Monday, May 26, 2003 - 07:38 PM UTC
Personally I'd like to see the UK's AS90 Field Howitzer in 1/35 as I worked on these during my apprenticeship during the early 90's. Oh happy days!!
greatbrit
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Posted: Tuesday, May 27, 2003 - 11:25 PM UTC
your in luck mate! trumpeter have an as90 out for about £15, ive heard mixed reviews about it but a bad kits better then no kit
jimbrae
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Posted: Wednesday, May 28, 2003 - 12:07 AM UTC
Re. the As90, I was thinking of one as well, however after looking at god knows how many reviews, the general conclusion was that it needs a lot , an enormous amount of work to turn it into something special. I then had a look at AAs lists and saw they have an update (for about 38 pounds) so I have decided to shelve the project until someone posts something about the update kit to see if it's really worth it.....Jim
Hip_Priest
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Posted: Wednesday, May 28, 2003 - 03:00 AM UTC
Had a look on hannants and theyre retailing for £12.95 IIRC.
Are trumpeter a brand best avoided? I noticed most prices were relatively low.
Are trumpeter a brand best avoided? I noticed most prices were relatively low.
jimbrae
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Posted: Wednesday, May 28, 2003 - 03:46 AM UTC
H.Priest... No they're not to be avoided, in fact the opposite is true, they (and Panda) are doing subjects no-one else will touch. They do require a bit more work, but where else are you gonna find subjects like Brit. Strikers, Challenger 2s and an absolute mountain of helicopters in 1/35 like the Chinook? Everyone says the same thing, they build well straight from the box and they're cheap enough to really turn into that dream model.. Jim
Hip_Priest
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Posted: Wednesday, May 28, 2003 - 09:18 PM UTC
Pardon my ignorance but when you say needs extra work what are we talking about here? General touching up, purchase of extra parts or scracthbuilding extra parts ?
Cheers
Cheers
jimbrae
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Posted: Wednesday, May 28, 2003 - 09:22 PM UTC
Depends, the AS90 looks good from the box, but a bit of extra detailing would help, the AA set is all singing all dancing but a bit pricey....jim
stufer
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Posted: Wednesday, May 28, 2003 - 11:59 PM UTC
AA's AS90 is around £90sterling,having just bought the AA XD WMIK Land Rover for £60 i'd say it was worth it!Too ready with the credit card thats my problem
GIBeregovoy
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Posted: Thursday, May 29, 2003 - 10:59 AM UTC
Re: Trumpeter AS90 kit, I heard that the quality is great. What needs an update is the Trumpeter Challenger II kit. Maybe you guys mixed it up. (but I could be wrong)
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