kajnrig Posted January 1 Share Posted January 1 The engineering on these kits are actually pretty awful, they just make up for it (arguably) with sheer numbers. Of parts, that is. I've been working on the Rodams 1/72 "GP03" and "GP04," and have their Dendrobium equivalent in the wings, and I honestly wonder sometimes if I made a mistake, because putting them together - just snapping them together off the runners, no painting yet, no wiring yet - is like 75% frustrated fixing of parts and alignment, bad molding, etc., and 25% appreciating how parts come together or mechanical interactions work. These kits may go all in on color separation, but when they can't get pegs to align properly with sockets, you almost gotta ask yourself what the point is. ...eh I mean I say all that and yet EVEN THEN you check my credit card account and you'll notice a purchase just a couple days ago for the Mechanicore Ex-S Gundam, so... frakkin' picking our own poison, I guess, eh? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kajnrig Posted January 9 Share Posted January 9 Shoulda knocked on wood, I guess. https://www.gundammodelcenter.com/MECHCORE-MASX-0033-EXS-EX-S So I said last post about buying this kit, and it's supposed to be here today but hasn't updated tracking since the 4th. This is my first time having this happen to me, but I know some of you have horror stories to tell. Should I contact UPS, or the store? Should I be looking for a refund? a replacement? If the store fights back, who do I file a charge back claim with, PayPal or my CC? Thanks, everyone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PsYcHoDyNaMiX Posted January 10 Share Posted January 10 (edited) 48 minutes ago, kajnrig said: Shoulda knocked on wood, I guess. https://www.gundammodelcenter.com/MECHCORE-MASX-0033-EXS-EX-S So I said last post about buying this kit, and it's supposed to be here today but hasn't updated tracking since the 4th. This is my first time having this happen to me, but I know some of you have horror stories to tell. Should I contact UPS, or the store? Should I be looking for a refund? a replacement? If the store fights back, who do I file a charge back claim with, PayPal or my CC? Thanks, everyone. GMC is usually pretty good. I've ordered so much through them had 0 orders (knock on wood) never arrive. The 4th was last Wednesday and it shipped from their LA warehouse via UPS. The shipping estimate on the site says 6-12 days, I would honestly wait. It's a huge box. Try contacting GMC or message Yong Luo on their facebook group. PP or your CC company should have no issue disputing if it doesn't arrive after the estimated time. Contact UPS too! Edited January 10 by PsYcHoDyNaMiX Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dragonstar1982 Posted January 10 Share Posted January 10 So I ordered this kit last month and ups did take a few extra days to get it to me. As said earlier I would give it another day or so then contact ups and it's a huge box, they can't miss it. Also if you need any help or got questions about the model hit me up. It's a really great kit with a few problems but I'm loving every min of this build. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kajnrig Posted January 10 Share Posted January 10 Yeah, GMC have never done me wrong either (and in this case, if something did go wrong it's almost assuredly on the UPS side of things), but what a way to start off the new year, eh? Thanks for the reassurance; I'll give it another day, and if there's still no update, I'll contact GMC tomorrow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
no3Ljm Posted January 14 Share Posted January 14 Not a Gundam but this 'Hellboy Mecha' looks good. It deserves to have some 'Neo Zeon' marking somewhere. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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kajnrig Posted January 20 Share Posted January 20 Just updating: I contacted GMC via their store contact page. No reply. Contacted GMC via their provided customer service email. Opened a claim with UPS. GMC replied to the email saying UPS had started an investigation. UPS completed the investigation, saying a claim has been sent to GMC, and for me to contact GMC. I emailed GMC Tuesday 1/17 letting them know. No response. Emailed GMC again this morning. Awaiting reply. (It just occurred to me that it's around Chinese New Year period, maybe why no response yet. Maybe I jumped the gun a bit on that last email, oops.) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PsYcHoDyNaMiX Posted January 21 Share Posted January 21 3 hours ago, kajnrig said: Just updating: I contacted GMC via their store contact page. No reply. Contacted GMC via their provided customer service email. Opened a claim with UPS. GMC replied to the email saying UPS had started an investigation. UPS completed the investigation, saying a claim has been sent to GMC, and for me to contact GMC. I emailed GMC Tuesday 1/17 letting them know. No response. Emailed GMC again this morning. Awaiting reply. (It just occurred to me that it's around Chinese New Year period, maybe why no response yet. Maybe I jumped the gun a bit on that last email, oops.) Snip and sketch on my desktop wasnt working... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kajnrig Posted January 21 Share Posted January 21 Ah yep, just as I thought. I sent them an apology email earlier today for it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kajnrig Posted February 27 Share Posted February 27 (edited) So just an update on the Gundam Model Center order: 1) Got a response after the New Year ended that consisted of a picture of the tracking information. 2) I responded with my interpretation of the tracking information: The package was apparently not claim-eligible [by me] because I, the recipient, filed the claim; "there is a contract or account restriction" in place between UPS and Gundam Model Center that only allows GMC to file claims... or something. Nevertheless, the same tracking info said that "a claim has been issued [by UPS] to the sender [GMC]," and for me to contact GMC. I asked GMC for an update and/or clarification if my interpretation was wrong. 3) GMC responded requesting that I "please be patient for update." 4) A month has passed since then with no word from GMC. I'll be sending them another update request, but I gotta say, my patience is wearing thin. Edited February 27 by kajnrig Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kajnrig Posted March 3 Share Posted March 3 So it took a lot longer and a lot more cajoling than I'd have liked, but they finally got me a refund on Wednesday. Better late than never. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PsYcHoDyNaMiX Posted March 3 Share Posted March 3 1 hour ago, kajnrig said: So it took a lot longer and a lot more cajoling than I'd have liked, but they finally got me a refund on Wednesday. Better late than never. aww damn I'm sorry to hear about the hassle. I don't ever hear or read many issues with GMC and missing/lost shipments. They do have a fb group too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
68whiskey Posted March 18 Share Posted March 18 So I just recently took a leap on this POS and does anyone know where to get the metal belt links and extra back pack accessories ? They used to be on ebay but now I cant seem to find them. It included 6 gatling guns but the backpack only has 2 ammo boxes on it and no metal links https://gundamit.com/baile-model-1-100-nz-666-kshatriya-gundam-gatling-gun-funnel-effect-parts_p1827.html Links in question seen below https://showzstore.com/beam-gatling-gun-ammunition-belts-upgrade-kit-for-metal-club-mc-1-100-nz-666-kshatriya-set-of-4_p1411.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
no3Ljm Posted 10 hours ago Share Posted 10 hours ago (edited) RGB LED Units for 1/100 RX-93-v2 Hi-Nu Gundam. https://gundamit.com/kosmos-30-min-series-rgb-led-units-for-1-100-rx-93-v2-gundam_p2322.html Booster Upgrade Kit for MB RX-93-v2 Hi-Nu Gundam. Edited 10 hours ago by no3Ljm Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
no3Ljm Posted 10 hours ago Share Posted 10 hours ago There's also one for 1/100 RX-93 Nu Gundam. Probably it's using the same installation and application like above. https://gundamit.com/kosmos-rgb-led-units-for-1-100-rx-93-v-gundam_p1792.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
no3Ljm Posted 10 hours ago Share Posted 10 hours ago https://gundamit.com/wanxiangjubian-model-1-100-mg-tactical-machine-apocalypse-model-kit_p2324.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mog_kupo Posted 10 hours ago Share Posted 10 hours ago Those leds look nice But will they fit the Metal Build Hi-Nu? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
no3Ljm Posted 10 hours ago Share Posted 10 hours ago 3 minutes ago, mog_kupo said: Those leds look nice But will they fit the Metal Build Hi-Nu? I would assume it will. Because the model they used on the Hi-Nu promo photos looks like it's the Metal Build figure. I don't remember seeing a third party 1/100 kit of Hi-Nu based on the Metal Build design yet. Most of the promo shots only shows the lights on the Funnels and the Bazooka. The Nu LED on the other hand is for the kit and its weapons. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
68whiskey Posted 4 hours ago Share Posted 4 hours ago 5 hours ago, mog_kupo said: Those leds look nice But will they fit the Metal Build Hi-Nu? Thats the same question I had .... For $30 I ordered one anyway in the name of science Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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