Are all 1/48 scale Hasegawa F-14's from the same mold? I mean if i am going to use Eduard Zoom, Resin ejection seats and aftermarket decals, does it matter what Kit I buy? It the $70.00 kit really better that the $40 one???? I am talking about the same model like A's D's Etc...I know they will havve slight differences, so basically are all the A's the same?
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Posted: Thursday, May 06, 2010 - 04:26 PM UTC
Tomcat31
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Posted: Thursday, May 06, 2010 - 08:59 PM UTC
Hasegawa have two different toolings. The newer tooling would be the best one to go for as they corrected a few fit issues.
These couple of articles help to show what to look for and some tips on construction (Part three describes the reworked tooling).
"Tomcat Cockpit" F-14A Part One
"Tomcat Cockpit" F-14A Part Two
"Tomcat Construction" F-14A Part Three
"Painting an NSAWC Tomcat" F-14A Part Four
These couple of articles help to show what to look for and some tips on construction (Part three describes the reworked tooling).
"Tomcat Cockpit" F-14A Part One
"Tomcat Cockpit" F-14A Part Two
"Tomcat Construction" F-14A Part Three
"Painting an NSAWC Tomcat" F-14A Part Four
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Posted: Friday, May 07, 2010 - 12:14 AM UTC
Great articles Allen. I completely missed these in my search for reviews to build my F-14. Thanks a bunch. 
Hermon
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Posted: Friday, May 07, 2010 - 03:36 AM UTC
Awesome article, now where would one find the Black Box cockpit. Everywhere I have looked so far does not have it even listed. (Roll Models, Great Models, Sprue Brothers) where are some other places to find it....
Herky
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Posted: Friday, May 07, 2010 - 05:45 AM UTC
If my memory serves me correctly, it is OOP. I'd suggest ebay next. Great Models is showing the "B" cockpit in stock. "Q"
Keeperofsouls2099
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Posted: Friday, May 07, 2010 - 06:36 AM UTC
AIRES makes a fantastic cockpit you should check them out.
BUild On,
Justin
BUild On,
Justin
VonCuda
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Posted: Friday, May 07, 2010 - 06:52 AM UTC
Damn, you guys are mind readers...... 
Hermon
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Posted: Friday, May 07, 2010 - 04:39 PM UTC
Quoted Text
Hasegawa have two different toolings. The newer tooling would be the best one to go for as they corrected a few fit issues.
These couple of articles help to show what to look for and some tips on construction (Part three describes the reworked tooling).
The initial and later Hasegawa Tomcats are not really two different toolings, as about 95% of the base kits are the same; baring of course B/D updates and the like.
But yes, the updated or later tooled 48th F-14s were mild mold alterations for better fit; primarily the intakes.
Those are good articles BTW, as I’ve been referencing to them for years now.
Mike V
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Posted: Monday, May 10, 2010 - 07:07 AM UTC
How good are the Revell kits? Are they workable? I Will be using PE and Resin seats at least? Even with all the aftermarket accessories they will cheaper than a Hasegawa. What do the experts say???
Herky
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Keeperofsouls2099
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Posted: Monday, May 10, 2010 - 01:25 PM UTC
Raised panel lines yuck pick up a cheap hasegawa or acadamy kit from ebay and get aftermarket decals.
Build On,
Justin
Build On,
Justin
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Posted: Monday, May 10, 2010 - 02:31 PM UTC
Cool, that is what I was thinking too. Just needed some more expert advice. I am working one about 2 or 3 hasegawa;s right now for well under 40 bucks each, That is a good price right?
Herky
Herky
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Posted: Monday, May 10, 2010 - 02:35 PM UTC
yes as long as it stays that low the key to e-bay is wait till the last minute and nail the price.Be patient there will always be more kits dont pay to much or get in a whos got the biggest you know whats war.
Build On,
Justin
Build On,
Justin
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Posted: Monday, May 10, 2010 - 02:38 PM UTC
luckily these 3 arent ebay. they are possible trade/purchases. . makes it even better. Hey thanks for all the help by the way. Don't know good deals on wing. Armor Yes wingy's no.
Herky
. makes it even better. Hey thanks for all the help by the way. Don't know good deals on wing. Armor Yes wingy's no.Herky
Keeperofsouls2099
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Posted: Tuesday, May 11, 2010 - 03:16 AM UTC
Welcome I previewed your haul on the postman post NICE.
Build On,
Justin
Build On,
Justin
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Posted: Friday, May 14, 2010 - 04:46 PM UTC
Quoted Text
Raised panel lines yuck pick up a cheap hasegawa or acadamy kit from ebay and get aftermarket decals.
Build On,
Justin
Revell over Academy any day of the week, as I'd rather have the raised panel lines and poor fit issues to deal with than the fubar’d nose and canopy of the Academy kit. This is not one of Academy’s better kits and is one of the worst shaped F-14 kits on the market; so heads up all.
Mike V
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Posted: Saturday, May 15, 2010 - 07:01 AM UTC
Better stick with Hasagawa then.I wont buy another revell kit just dont like them.
Build On,
Justin
Build On,
Justin
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