BadCop Posted June 19, 2013 Share Posted June 19, 2013 Okay folks, It's been quite a while since I've posted here, and as a kind of comeback I've decided to start a build. Anyway, I broke out a Hasegawa Hornet kit from the still growing stash and saw that one of the parts was slightly warped. I took the initiative to un-warp it using hot water and well... let's just say that it didn't end well and I'm going to need a replacement part. I have done the forum search and googled the problem and managed to find distributor details for the US, The listed Australian distributor Toy Traders Sales don't seem to have a web site. HLJ only offer replacement parts for those missing or broken from kits they sold, and rainbow ten aren't making international sales any more, so I can't think of any other options. I don't mind paying for the part and postage since my 'fix' of minor fault in the part was what really ruined it beyond repair. I can't honestly remember where I got the kit from and it's a pretty prominent part that I don;t have the skills to scratch build a replacement - (half of a leading edge flap). Any help with locating a source for replacement parts that serves 'down under' would be appreciated. Regards, Trent Quote Link to post Share on other sites
hacker Posted June 19, 2013 Share Posted June 19, 2013 the problem maybe the same as mine. l need canopy parts for a 1/32 F-5E and may not get them as it is out of production. If you are on facebook try messaging them direct or find the Hasegawa site and see if they have a parts section Quote Link to post Share on other sites
fulcrum1 Posted June 19, 2013 Share Posted June 19, 2013 I have a scratched canopy for my growler I bought. HLJ is not returning my emails so if you figure out how to get ahold of Hase let us know! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BadCop Posted June 28, 2013 Author Share Posted June 28, 2013 Okay, well I can post an actual solution for this one! I managed to get in touch with the Australian Distributor - Toy Traders by their telephone number 02 9749 1733. They have ordered me a new sprue with the missing part for just the cost of shipping from Japan - only $10 in this case. While their website may have lapsed they still offer good old fashioned customer service the 20th century way! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
a4s4eva Posted June 29, 2013 Share Posted June 29, 2013 The procedure described on this page works http://a4-alley.x90x.net/models/Guides/Spares.html Good to hear Toy Traders helped. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Recommended Posts
Join the conversation
You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.