torqueofthedevil Posted January 2, 2021 Share Posted January 2, 2021 Good evening everyone, Does anyone have any recent experience of getting hold of spare parts from Trumpeter? I have had a 1/24 Hurricane in the stash for ages (as in getting on for 10 years) and I was thinking of finally starting it...but when I opened the box, there is no sign of the canopy sprue. I have no idea whether it was present when I got the kit and I have since lost it, or it was missing at the time of purchase and I didn't notice. Either way, I need to get hold of a replacement...any tips or experience would be welcome. I've never needed to contact a model company before! I'm not even sure this is the right place for this thread but I couldn't see anywhere obvious. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lunarhighway Posted January 3, 2021 Share Posted January 3, 2021 I have no experience with obtaining spare parts but on their website they list [email protected] So perhaps sending them a friendly email explaining the situation would be a start. That being said, lost or damaged parts are always a good opportunity to try some scratch building, it can be immense fun and satisfying. The hurricanes canopy is relatively simple with no compound curves so you might find some plans and clear plastic, and give it a go, you might end up with something more in scale and detailed the the kit part was. Another alternative is tracking down a 3d party canopy, like from the Airfix kit, or a vacuum formed example that might be produced. I hope you find a solution to this unfortunate surprise. good luck 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
torqueofthedevil Posted January 3, 2021 Author Share Posted January 3, 2021 Thanks @lunarhighway I'll drop them a line. I haven't found any after market replacements - I had a look before starting the thread. I know what you mean about scratch building, but I think I would end up wasting a lot of time creating something that didn't work. The sliding part of the canopy and the wing light covers would be manageable, but the windscreen would be a real challenge for me. Thanks again for your reply. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tonyot Posted January 3, 2021 Share Posted January 3, 2021 You could always contact Airfix and ask to buy their clear sprue for the 1/24th Hurricane if you get stuck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cmatthewbacon Posted January 3, 2021 Share Posted January 3, 2021 @torqueofthedevil These guys will sell you a spare canopy for their 1/24 flying model for a few quid, if you can find a US member who will forward it on to you... https://easybuiltmodels.com/eb02.htm#gsc.tab=0 best, M. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adey m Posted January 3, 2021 Share Posted January 3, 2021 I bought a Mikro Mir Beverley that had a complete sprue missing. I emailed the guys in the Ukraine, got a reply of sorts from them, did not hold out much hope, and a complete sprue arrived in the post. I would email Trumpeter. adey 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
torqueofthedevil Posted January 4, 2021 Author Share Posted January 4, 2021 Thanks everyone, all good ideas! Using the Airfix one is probably the most straightforward if Trumpeter don't respond. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Homer Posted January 5, 2021 Share Posted January 5, 2021 Best of luck in your quest to get a replacement. I have had trouble in the past with other companies, its hit and miss if they respond, i hope you are successful in your quest. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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