I bought a NEW TAMIYA Japanese Zero (Zeke) model# 61016. And it was missing part 5 (right engine cowling). The sprue attachment point looks mangled, like the part had been ripped-off. I looked everywhere for it for a good 45 minutes, and turned-up nothing, so I';m pretty sure it was a problem at the factory. I don't want to have to buy an entirely new sprue, so I was wondering if any of you guys had one lying about. I will gladly compensate for shipping and handling.


-Tank You.

William-
If the kit was sealed when you got it then the factory should replace the part. Contact Tamiya of North America and give them the needed info. You can find them on their cyber website via Google.
Failing that route for whatever reason,you can contact a firm called Rainbow Ten,via Google again, and they could possibly sell you a new sprue.
Good luck!

Thanks for the advice, I'll try that.