As my entry into the R/C sub arena, I decided to go with a RTR setup of a decent kit. My end goal is to work up to building a 1/32 SM U-35. Starting with the R-Class was a good place.
Bob got this out faster than expected, and had it very well packed. However, UPS can't seem to resist a challenge. The two halves of the crate were sheered apart, one end broken apart, and there was a 3" hole in the side. Every screw holding the two halves of the crate was ripped out. UPS taped it back together, so it looked OK when my wife received the package while I was away. Bob is taking this up with UPS.
Good news is the damage appears to be all cosmetic. WTC is fine, Radio is fine, Main hull and control services are all fine. When UPS sheared the box, it took the conning tower off. Fortunately it came off at the glue line, and it has neatly slipped back into place. I have found all the pieces save one - a cable stanchion on the rear hull - and I can make a replacement for that easy enough.
My big issue now is matching the paint. Does anyone have any suggestions?
Thanks
Chris
Bob got this out faster than expected, and had it very well packed. However, UPS can't seem to resist a challenge. The two halves of the crate were sheered apart, one end broken apart, and there was a 3" hole in the side. Every screw holding the two halves of the crate was ripped out. UPS taped it back together, so it looked OK when my wife received the package while I was away. Bob is taking this up with UPS.
Good news is the damage appears to be all cosmetic. WTC is fine, Radio is fine, Main hull and control services are all fine. When UPS sheared the box, it took the conning tower off. Fortunately it came off at the glue line, and it has neatly slipped back into place. I have found all the pieces save one - a cable stanchion on the rear hull - and I can make a replacement for that easy enough.
My big issue now is matching the paint. Does anyone have any suggestions?
Thanks
Chris
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