Seattle, WA
Hey Everyone, I'm about to go check out an F-14 Tomcat for sale tonight. I wanted to know if anyone has some advice on what to take a look at before I buy it (common wear spots, quick-to-go-bad electronics, etc...)
Thanks!
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F-14 Tomcat
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Quoted from vid1900:Look for raised inserts under the Mylar.
Look for cracked inserts.
Look for cracks in the welds of the 2 center wire ramps that launch the balls.
Check that the motor works that spins the beacons $$$
Check that both diverters work on the upper left plastic ramp.
Check for corrosion on the traces near the battery pack.
Check for broken plastics, especially around the upper loop (the skinny ones)
Thanks a bunch for the tips! I didn't end up getting it because a few of the things you mentioned. It was tough to say no because I have been on the hunt for an F-14 for some time now, but the price and quality just didn't match up. I'm always up for a project, but only if the price is right. I guess the hunt continues...
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