Martin @ AMK Models Posted August 2, 2016 Share Posted August 2, 2016 Hi everyone. We are trying to give exactly what the modeler wanted when we first released our first MiG-31BM/BSM kit 88003. The new version will be kit number 88003-S and denotes it to be a Special Edition. The criticisms we had of the first kit was the lack of certain items like seatbelts and Instrument decals. Well, we went a step further to bring you this kit - the kit you asked us for. All in house creations so no aftermarket involved. 1) Metal Landing Gear (11 die-cast parts made in our own factory) 2) Upgraded decal sheet (Germetik sealant and cockpit decals) 3) PE fret including seatbelts and “zaslon” radar (amongst other items) Shipping expected early September 2016. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Solo Posted August 2, 2016 Share Posted August 2, 2016 And this is why I am not going to buy new kits just after release anymore. :) Martin, is it possible to buy such upgrade kit, or the only way is to buy new kit? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Neeko Posted August 2, 2016 Share Posted August 2, 2016 And this is why I am not going to buy new kits just after release anymore. :)/> Martin, is it possible to buy such upgrade kit, or the only way is to buy new kit? I would like to second that request! Just to make it clear, I don't feel jilted or am looking for a handout or anything like that, but to make the upgrade parts available for purchase by those of us who already have the kit would be awesome. You wouldn't even need pretty packaging... just make it an online order option, throw the parts and any new instructions in a small box or a stiff envelope and send it out. Just a thought. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Don Posted August 2, 2016 Share Posted August 2, 2016 ...make the upgrade parts available for purchase by those of us who already have the kit would be awesome. ^^^THIS^^^ Quote Link to post Share on other sites
dustiepal Posted August 2, 2016 Share Posted August 2, 2016 ^^^THIS^^^ Me to please!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Dave Quote Link to post Share on other sites
sharkmouth Posted August 2, 2016 Share Posted August 2, 2016 Even without a sharkmouth scheme for me to complete it (never seen an actual aircraft with one), I am being tempted! Regards, Quote Link to post Share on other sites
flanker27 Posted August 2, 2016 Share Posted August 2, 2016 Time to dump the unlimited edition and get this? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
boom175 Posted August 2, 2016 Share Posted August 2, 2016 Please offer the metal landing gear separately! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
tony.t Posted August 2, 2016 Share Posted August 2, 2016 Yes, please make the die cast metal LG available as a separate item. I have bought the B/BS and (separately) G-Factor legs; uncharacteristically, only one of the three metal legs is good, although the second main might be repairable. Really need an AMK set! T Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Martin @ AMK Models Posted August 2, 2016 Author Share Posted August 2, 2016 (edited) Hi all, We are listening. I have notified AMK HQ accordingly. I’ll report back to you with their answer in the next day or so. Edited August 2, 2016 by Martin @ AMK Models Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Martin @ AMK Models Posted August 2, 2016 Author Share Posted August 2, 2016 Martin, is it possible to buy such upgrade kit, or the only way is to buy new kit? Asking Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Neeko Posted August 2, 2016 Share Posted August 2, 2016 Hi all, We are listening. I have notified AMK HQ accordingly. I’ll report back to you with their answer in the next day or so. ...and this right here is why I really like AMK. Thank you, Martin!! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Brad-M Posted August 2, 2016 Share Posted August 2, 2016 Tony, Can you explain why only one leg is usable and a second one possibly repairable? I have a set of the G-Factor as well. Thanks Brad Yes, please make the die cast metal LG available as a separate item. I have bought the B/BS and (separately) G-Factor legs; uncharacteristically, only one of the three metal legs is good, although the second main might be repairable. Really need an AMK set! T Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Crazy Snap Captain Posted August 3, 2016 Share Posted August 3, 2016 (edited) Martin, Thanks for your updates and taking our feedback into consideration. I would definitely buy this as an upgrade item. Edited August 3, 2016 by Crazy Snap Captain Quote Link to post Share on other sites
spang Posted August 3, 2016 Share Posted August 3, 2016 Hi Martin, I'm interesting by the new parts only SPang Quote Link to post Share on other sites
tony.t Posted August 3, 2016 Share Posted August 3, 2016 Tony, Can you explain why only one leg is usable and a second one possibly repairable? I have a set of the G-Factor as well. Thanks Brad Hi Brad, One of my G-Factor MLG's is badly pitted and needs filling and smoothing. The other MLG is good. The NLG was cast with an overextended oleo and mispositioned link makng it useless. T Quote Link to post Share on other sites
GazzaS Posted August 3, 2016 Share Posted August 3, 2016 See...! I provided one for a competition this month, and regretted not buying two. Now it is a good thing I didn't buy a second one. I can buy the 'special' verion. Gaz Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Don Posted August 3, 2016 Share Posted August 3, 2016 So is the regular version not going to be produced anymore as it was originally released? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Brad-M Posted August 3, 2016 Share Posted August 3, 2016 Hi Tony, Thanks very much for the reply. I'll be checking mine. Cheers Brad Hi Brad, One of my G-Factor MLG's is badly pitted and needs filling and smoothing. The other MLG is good. The NLG was cast with an overextended oleo and mispositioned link makng it useless. T Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Martin @ AMK Models Posted August 3, 2016 Author Share Posted August 3, 2016 (edited) OK so Sio listened and we will be producing an Upgrade Kit for the original release of the BM/BSM. Upgraded PE fret with seatbelts and Zaslon radar Metal Undercarriage (die-cast) Upgraded decal sheet Tinted canopy Pictures coming on our Facebook page. So let the games begin. Edited August 3, 2016 by Martin @ AMK Models Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mingwin Posted August 3, 2016 Share Posted August 3, 2016 Awesome news! will get it as soon as it shows at SincereHobby thanks again for listening to us. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
AlexP Posted August 3, 2016 Share Posted August 3, 2016 Definitely getting this Limited Edition as soon as it's released. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Martin @ AMK Models Posted August 3, 2016 Author Share Posted August 3, 2016 Shipping in September 2016. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
dustiepal Posted August 3, 2016 Share Posted August 3, 2016 That's Great! Count me in for a set. Thanks so much. Dave Quote Link to post Share on other sites
dehowie Posted August 3, 2016 Share Posted August 3, 2016 Most excellent news! More money headed AMK's way... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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