Lawzer Posted September 8, 2017 Share Posted September 8, 2017 Hi folks, not sure if this is the right place to post this.... I bought a kit off ebay "slightly started" and "all parts believed to be there". Understatement on both counts..... so it's a 1/48 f4u corsair and i've been able to do the other missing parts but both the wheels innners were missing. I've looked about in spares box/ washers but nothing fits. i have a set of compasses but no hole puch big enough. I don't really want to jam some milliput in there but I'm not sure what to do. any suggestions (polite please )? ian Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Troy Smith Posted September 8, 2017 Share Posted September 8, 2017 Hi Ian Do you mean the wheel hubs? Try asking in the "wanted" section? Someone may have Corsair or Hellcat wheels spare (they are the same BTW but tyre treads vary), I think some Eduard Hellcats have resin replacements and still have the the plastic parts (I'd also be asking for a partial refund from the seller ) There are also resin wheels https://www.hannants.co.uk/search/index.php?product_category_id=&product_division_id=&manufacturer_id=&code=&product_type_id=&scale_id=955&keyword_search=f4u+wheels&setPerPage=25¤cy_id= these are not bank breakers https://www.hannants.co.uk/product/CMQ48097 as for punches, these can be got cheap " Quote Hollow Punch Set 6pce, Heat-treated carbon steel, knurled bodied for controlled grip. Creates clean, accurate holes in rubber, leather, plastic and vinyl. Sizes 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8mm. http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Silverline-Hole-Punch-Pliers-Hollow-Punch-Set-Gasket-making-craft-667372-200111-/152140140378?var=&epid=1204318973&hash=item236c424f5a:m:mbEqV_p-Eix6eb9HLz1_OfQ Sure there are more options. HTH T 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BIG X Posted September 8, 2017 Share Posted September 8, 2017 If you don't have any joy from the info Troy has posted and just need a couple of punched discs out of evergreen - let me know... I can now do 3mm to 16mm in 1mm increments - thanks to this little baby... punchtastic 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ade H Posted September 8, 2017 Share Posted September 8, 2017 Lawzer, if you think that some Hellcat wheels would fit, you're welcome to message me and I'll post a pair to you. No point in having little discs of plastic if you can have proper wheels. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lawzer Posted September 9, 2017 Author Share Posted September 9, 2017 Wheel centres - what WAS i thinking!! yes indeed just the hubs. the wheels come moulded as a whole but with the HUB on one side seperate (both of which were missing). I think i'll get away with flat no detail discs as the rest of the kit is *ahem* unique shall we say (badly scratched gear doors and the tail wheel from i think a hurricane)... @Ade H thanks very much for the offer - i think the hellcat wheels would be too small @BIG X me old mucker i think i will take you up on your offer - i'll measure the size (and depth).... wheel centres - jeez............ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ade H Posted September 9, 2017 Share Posted September 9, 2017 (edited) The Eduard Hellcat wheel hubs (and tyres) are the same diameter as Corsair hubs, so although the Eduard tyres are known for being narrow, I think that the hubs should still be usable. The offer's always open in case you change your mind. Edit: I did check them against my Corsair kits (although I can't give away those wheels) and some resin wheels. All the same diameter. Edited September 9, 2017 by Ade H Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Troy Smith Posted September 9, 2017 Share Posted September 9, 2017 13 hours ago, Troy Smith said: Someone may have Corsair or Hellcat wheels spare (they are the same BTW but tyre treads vary), 1 hour ago, Lawzer said: i think the hellcat wheels would be too small https://www.hannants.co.uk/product/ASQ48067 Quote Vought F4U-1/F4U-4 Corsair/Grumman F6F-3/F6F-5 Hellcat Diamond Tread Wheels set as I said Ian, they are the same. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lawzer Posted September 9, 2017 Author Share Posted September 9, 2017 (edited) @Ade H and @Troy Smith apologies - head stuck up the posterier this morning!! 😴 have read PROPERLY now the replies. so ade h yes i'd like to take you up on your generous offer. I'll pm you if that's ok? cheers ian Edited September 9, 2017 by Lawzer 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ade H Posted September 9, 2017 Share Posted September 9, 2017 Yeah, please do so, Ian. Let me know your address and I'll post them off to you on Monday or Tuesday. Hopefully, they'll be workable for your kit. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BIG X Posted September 9, 2017 Share Posted September 9, 2017 6 hours ago, Ade H said: Yeah, please do so, Ian. Let me know your address and I'll post them off to you on Monday or Tuesday. Hopefully, they'll be workable for your kit. Good Man Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SleeperService Posted September 16, 2019 Share Posted September 16, 2019 On 9/8/2017 at 10:34 PM, BIG X said: If you don't have any joy from the info Troy has posted and just need a couple of punched discs out of evergreen - let me know... I can now do 3mm to 16mm in 1mm increments - thanks to this little baby... punchtastic I have an urgent need for just this thing. Where did you get it Kind Sir please? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BIG X Posted September 16, 2019 Share Posted September 16, 2019 41 minutes ago, SleeperService said: I have an urgent need for just this thing. Where did you get it Kind Sir please? Hello Sleeper - I got it on Amazon and have had very regular use out of it since - a good investment... https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B0144ELZ6K/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o08_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SleeperService Posted September 16, 2019 Share Posted September 16, 2019 5 hours ago, BIG X said: Hello Sleeper - I got it on Amazon and have had very regular use out of it since - a good investment... https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B0144ELZ6K/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o08_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 Ordered Thank You for the fast reply. I need something a bit beefier for a friend's ship project. I can see this being very useful here too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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