I see several folks were disappointed with the quality of this kit. Does anyone have a recommendation for a high quality kit?
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+1Buyer beware. Look on youtube (and even their own product video) for what to expect. We experienced warped parts, and although we got something that's working (and it is really cool), you should be prepared for frustration. CAREFULLY examine each mold and if anything is warped (particularly the clear pieces), return before starting.Only gets 2 stars because it is very good concept.
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I wish... If you find a high quality v8 engine kit let me know I'd like to purchase one as well.
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Check ebay. Original kits from the 60's and 70's are available. These may be more expensive but are worth it. They were made in the USA by Renwal. These are battery powered and have operating spark plugs. It is a far superior kit but a challenge to build. Search ebay, Renwal visible v8. Also revell took over the dies to produce this kit and they can also be found on ebay. Remember to follow instructions very carefully. Be sure to lubricate moving parts as instructed. Do not use Vaseline or none specific lubricants. You must use one made specifically for plastic. I use Labelle this is available on line or at model train hobby shops. Good luck.
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Four cylinder engine model, assembled with screws, $50.00 kit sold by the Smithsonian. Excellent model. The Revel V-8 model is a mess, but this one is quite good.
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It was extremely difficult. Not for beginners. I have done many level 5's. But this one was like level 7. Although with all of that said, It came out very well!
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Check ebay. Original kits from the 60's and 70's are available. These may be more expensive but are worth it. They were made in the USA by Renwal. These are battery powered and have operating spark plugs. It is a far superior kit but a challenge to build. Search ebay, Renwal visible v8. Also revell took over the dies to produce this kit and they can also be found on ebay. Remember to follow instructions very carefully. Be sure to lubricate moving parts as instructed. Do not use Vaseline or none specific lubricants. You must use one made specifically for plastic. I use Labelle this is available on line or at model train hobby shops. Good luck. Check ebay. Original kits from the 60's and 70's are available. These may be more expensive but are worth it. They were made in the USA by Renwal. These are battery powered and have operating spark plugs. It is a far superior kit but a challenge to build. Search ebay, Renwal visible v8. Also revell took over the dies to produce this kit and they can also be found on ebay. Remember to follow instructions very carefully. Be sure to lubricate moving parts as instructed. Do not use Vaseline or none specific lubricants. You must use one made specifically for plastic. I use Labelle this is... » Read More Check ebay. Original kits from the 60's and 70's are available. These may be more expensive but are worth it. They were made in the USA by Renwal. These are battery powered and have operating spark plugs. It is a far superior kit but a challenge to build. Search ebay, Renwal visible v8. Also revell took over the dies to produce this kit and they can also be found on ebay. Remember to follow instructions very carefully. Be sure to lubricate moving parts as instructed. Do not use Vaseline or none specific lubricants. You must use one made specifically for plastic. I use Labelle this is available on line or at model train hobby shops. Good luck. « Show Less
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The Haynes UK V8 kit.. Motorized with a working electrical system similar to the original Revell kits from the 70s.
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Hi Emily! I bought this kit myself a while ago from the person that listed it, I don't sell stuff on amazon. Sorry
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Yes. FYI Since my purchase I have found other comparable kits at a much lower price.
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I'd send it back. They are all kinda cheap crap, so you probably just got a really crappy one. Too bad they don't make a good one. It'd be worth more if they did.
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The one I bought didn't work well at all. I sent it back within a few days and was given a refund. You could see if a hobby store would want it for parts.
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The kit we got was probably one from the bad batch. :( It came with no instructions at all. We contacted the manufacturer to see if they would email us a booklet, but never heard back! :(
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Hi Jim,I am no drum expert, but it seems real to me. I have purchased kits from Walmart before and this is by far of better quality. Sorry I could not be more help.
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They only sell the complete kit. You might try looking on ebay or a salvage yard but your chances are slim!
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Surprise and very good question. Cost maybe the factor. I think if many more appeal the needs a replacement kit will be born.
72262
With a big disappointment my kit didn't, I was counting on it to protect the brad nailer since I transport my tools a lot. Contacted the retailer six times with nothing but promises. Didn't like fixing all the other parts that were defective also. They can deceive me once but that's it. Hope you have better luck, if you take the chance.
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I disliked the nasty orange one that came with kit. I found a pink plastic one at Walmart for less than 10 dollars.
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I have the opteka and I'm real not happy with the quality of the pics. Talking with my repair guy the glass is not the best in quality and thats why the pics are of poor quality
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I was unsuccessful trying to use this kit. And I thought cost of kit was way over priced for what you are getting.
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First off I did a search on the internet and found that two instructions were backward. I scanned the instructions and then looked at them zoom up on the computer. I went back and rechecked. My problem is advancing the film. What I discovered is that some kits are near perfect others are near trash. They are modeled like model cars etc so quality control is lacking. I also built lomography's DYI. I could not get it to take pictures. I sent it to New York and they examined it and sent me a new kit. I am currently painting it with model spray paint and will be building it. Again enlarge the instructions and do it slow. Oh the plastic on the Fotodiox can warp due to heat and due to storage it may not be light tight. Black electrical tape around the edges will fix that. Good luck. PS: go real slow if you take it apart to re-assimilable it!
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Yes. Some of the things in the kit, in my opinion are low quality, but for the price, it's a great deal.
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It's been a while since I bought the kit. I'd like to suggest that you should contact the merchant. I think you will get the best answer from the merchant.
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Oh that really is terrible. I can't understand how the manufacturer absolves itself from its own quality control.I didn't get extras. The only thing I could suggest is take the parts pix to a small mom/pop hardware store, like a a True Value that sells one of everything out of little drawers. You may get lucky!