Azgaron Posted August 1, 2014 Share Posted August 1, 2014 I just got this old beauty in the mail What I know is that the tires are missing and by the looks of it, one of the covers for the outriggers. Also the decals doesn't look the very best. My idea is to write to Airfix support and see if they can help me with parts. I also checked a bit for AM sets for this kit and I found Flightpath sets for GR.3 and FRS.1. Pretty expensive though. I also found some Heritage sets that might just give what I need (tires and gears), and maybe cockpit. What I haven't found yet is decals, Is there any for this or the GR.3 kit? I also like to hear what you guys think is the best option? What is the difference between the GR.1 and 3? and what do I need to do to convert the kit? That's about all I think Cheers, HÃ¥kan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TonyT Posted August 1, 2014 Share Posted August 1, 2014 (edited) You might like reading this http://reddogmodels.blogspot.co.uk/2012/11/124-airfix-harrier-gr3.html Edited August 1, 2014 by TonyT Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Azgaron Posted August 1, 2014 Author Share Posted August 1, 2014 Thanks for the link Tony! HÃ¥kan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Azgaron Posted August 2, 2014 Author Share Posted August 2, 2014 Actually, coming to think of it, I should refrase one question. Is it possible to use any of the GR 3 parts for the GR 1? I think gears and tires wouldn't be any problem, and not airbrake either. What changes was made to the cockpit? (thinking mainly on Heritage parts here) HÃ¥kan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirk Posted August 7, 2014 Share Posted August 7, 2014 (edited) Hi HÃ¥kan, Just off the top of my head, I would imagine that there is near total similarity between the 2 variants. The GR.3 will have a radar warning receiver and hand control from the LRMTS somewhere in the cockpit. From (ageing) memory, I think the former is on the right hand side of the IP and the latter is on the aft end of the left hand console. The Mk.9 seat was the same for both and the kit offering gives you a blank canvas from which to make a realistic one. If you need to get tyres, it may well be worth considering the Heritage Aviation aftermarket set that was mastered by Nick Greenall. Certainly an improvement shape-wise to the overly square shouldered (and large) original offering. I *think* that Flightpath does a GR.1 etch set and if not, their GR.3 set is extensive. If I recall correctly, Jennifer Wright used it in her exemplary GR.1 build many moons ago on Britmodeller. Good luck with your build - GR.1s look fab! Kirk PS/ Found Jen's thread in "the other place" here. The Flightpath page is here. Edited August 7, 2014 by Kirk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
avro683 Posted August 14, 2014 Share Posted August 14, 2014 The problem with Jen's thread is all the pics have gone... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BGB Posted August 14, 2014 Share Posted August 14, 2014 Hello, I just looked at the thread an the pics are there, Cheers Boris Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
avro683 Posted August 14, 2014 Share Posted August 14, 2014 Hello, I just looked at the thread an the pics are there, Cheers Boris Thanks Boris, I'll try again. I know Jen's work well so it will be well worth following. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BGB Posted August 14, 2014 Share Posted August 14, 2014 Hello, Yes ist amazing absolutly. Cheers Boris Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LSP_Kevin Posted August 14, 2014 Share Posted August 14, 2014 Hello, I just looked at the thread an the pics are there, Cheers Boris No, I'm not seeing them either. Just placeholder images from picturerail.com saying "image was deleted or was moved". Kev Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BGB Posted August 16, 2014 Share Posted August 16, 2014 Hello, I took a look today again and now I cant se them either anymore . Cheers Boris Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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