*OFFICIAL*Chap Mei Treasures 'The Hunt & Discovery' Thread

[bartus]

Hi guys!

I just found out the new police sets coming from Chap Mei, and this SWAT vehicle has a lot of things in common with the RHINO... don't you think?

[ToneGunsRevisited]

I don't care the line. If the figures/vehicles are cool I just buy them.

[lehsreh]

[COLOR=Red]i have a few vehicles that i use for the joes, about the same. actually i have more of them then i do actual joe vehicles. to cheap to buy vehicles when i can be getting more figures,lol.[/COLOR]

[Bayer]

The Chap Mei vehicles are just as functional as what Hasbro is producing. In some cases the Chap Mei vehicles are more functional for the mundane aspects of a dio.

[General Scarlett]

I've started purchasing the line of vehicles.........aww crap, I can't remember the name of it........but the dune buggies that I got, it's from that line........Flint and I have some killer ideas for what we want to do!! :cool:

The figures?? Eeeehhhh.........I don't care so much for..........good as 'backround extras' ;)

[ToneGunsRevisited]

[QUOTE=General Scarlett]I've started purchasing the line of vehicles.........aww crap, I can't remember the name of it........but the dune buggies that I got, it's from that line........Flint and I have some killer ideas for what we want to do!! :cool:

The figures?? Eeeehhhh.........I don't care so much for..........good as 'backround extras' ;)[/QUOTE]
The line is Power Team Elite - World Peacekeepers. I just love this line too. :D

[Flatline]

Me Too A Lil Paint A Lil Decals And You Got Some Great Joe Vehicles.

[General Scarlett]

[QUOTE=ToneGunsRevisited]The line is Power Team Elite - World Peacekeepers. I just love this line too. :D[/QUOTE]


Thanks Luis!!!! *MWAH* Your the best!!!!! ;) :cool:

[lehsreh]

[COLOR=Red]and you told bravo to get a room,lol. throwing out kisses now.[/COLOR]

[General Scarlett]

Awww.....your just jealous 'cause you didn't get one!!!! :p

[jjsvipers]

i can really do some great work with that vehicle wher can i buy them or get more info i would like to see some more pics of these. looks like the rhino except for the big net gun that i will remove if i ever find them. thanks in advance for any info. :)

[Dzirhan]

I posted that pic over at my smallfigures forum and nice to see it's made it here too. You can see pics of other stuff in the line at this thread in the chapmeitoys forum here at http://chapmeitoys.proboards62.com/index.cgi?board=general&action=display&thread=1185634068

There's a website devoted to chapmeitoys' various lines at www.chapmeitoys.com, it's not an official site but has plenty of info, the vehicle just came out here in Malaysia, expect 3-6 months time it will be out in the states.

[jjsvipers]

thanks, you should buy some and sell them to us :D

[jjsvipers]

:D i was looking at the site and look what i found isnt this a cobra pirahna

http://www.chapmeitoys.com/bad_guyz/badguyz_seaplane_patrol_package_front.jpg

how much do these sets sell for i need to pick me up one of these or a few if they are inexpensive

[Dzirhan]

Their prices are pretty OK in the states, a box set like that goes for about $20, over here they are about double the price thanks to the distributor setting them as such :( . Chap Mei packages it vehicles in various formats so the boat may be available individually, there is a military version of it too.

[Lava Boss]

Well, new to TRU at least.

Their Elite Operations line (yeah, the one with the lead paint recalls!) just added some Chap Mei sets that inclue a machine gun post, mini vehicle and figure for $11. There's two versions, similar sets were seen at Big Lots last year.

I've yet to get them.

Also, they have a land rover with towed quad AA gun set and another set with combat boat (NOT the moray knockoff, sorry) and a mini copter for $17 each. The rover and gun set looks good. Each includes a figure. (same old ones) Oddly photos on the box don't match contents (they show an extra figure and a windsurfer instead of mini copter).

Plus, if you frequent yojoe forums, you know about the PTE A-10 for $30. Includes a new ground crewman (who looks to have neck articulation, unlike the pliot). It's larger than the Rattler. Looks pretty decent.

Also, some electronic jet fighter with a pilot not sure who makes it. The pilot had elbow and knee joint, maybe neck joint. For some reason there's two variations on the pilot's colors, but their jets looked the same. Might interest somebody. I can't recall the price, maybe $20, maybe less.

Hopefully those lead paint scares will lead them to dump the lamer military junk (some of which has potential, just looks cheap and possibly can kill you :p ) and get more PTE and Chap Mei.

I say all that, but I left the stuff in the stores and got a dirty Sandtrooper and the new 25th Officer (is one arm supposed to be shorter than the other?) instead.

[Lava Boss]

It's worth noting, and mentioned on other forums, that Target in the USA now carries BBI's realistic 1:18 scale line.

Figures $5 (never owned any, actually)

Paratroopers (i forget maybe $7)

Humvees $20 (seem too small to me, they had 2 versions IIRC)

Light Armored Vehicle (Lav) for $25

M1A1 Abrahms (desert) $30

Apache $30 (pretty impressive looking)

Blackhawk Copter $30 (Tempting, really tempting...if I had room.)

[Dzirhan]

[QUOTE=Lava Boss]Well, new to TRU at least.

Oddly photos on the box don't match contents (they show an extra figure and a windsurfer instead of mini copter).

[/QUOTE]

Could be a repack of a new production run, most of the chap Mei stuff you mentioned came out close to a year ago outside the states (the mini copter and windsurfer actually 1 1/2 year before) and the boat and windsurfer were packed together (can still find these around my part of the world), you can see the thread and pics here
http://chapmeitoys.proboards62.com/index.cgi?board=general&action=display&thread=1143162429&page=1
I have the Rover with quad gun and Moray clone, both very nice pieces IMO

[fightingswords]

and for those who love BIG LOTS, PTE has returned.
returning favorites included humvees($14) FAV ( $8) and lookout towers($12)
new ones
Battle Command Post :eek: ($30)
Expeditonary Unit ( $20) see Endor's reveiw for details ;) :eek:
Boat teams ($11)
Combat Helicopters aka black little birds now with guns & rockets :cool: ($13)
and everyone's fave the new A-10 ($30)

[General Scarlett]

:cool: Thanks for all the updates guys! :)

It's good to know that at least 'someone' is making vehicles for our Joes........even if it isn't Hasbro..... :rolleyes:

[Lava Boss]

Yeah, it was this boat
http://img513.imageshack.us/img513/369/cmpatrolboatsf6.jpg

Some Big Lots had the "Combat Helicopters aka black little birds now with guns & rockets ($13)" last year, but they didn't stock too many, at least not the one near me. I bought one early, since the combat version seems harded to find (TRU stocks the weaponless one). For some reason it include a barbwire fence section, not that I'm complaining.

[Dzirhan]

TRU only has the combat version of the little bird in my part of the world

[Dzirhan]

[QUOTE=General Scarlett]:cool: Thanks for all the updates guys! :)

It's good to know that at least 'someone' is making vehicles for our Joes........even if it isn't Hasbro..... :rolleyes:[/QUOTE]

Chap Mei has plenty of nice stuff out in my part of the world, I've picked up a Harrier Jump Jet, Osprey and a huge missile hauler truck among others. I'm looking forward to their next Soldier Force series, as not only do I expect repaints of the SWAT line vehicles that just come out but probably a new tank since it's been a while since Chap Mei last produced one. Power Team Elite has almost every humvee variant that you want plus a nice F-18, I hope they bring the 155mm piece to my part of the world

[Lava Boss]

The same van reviewed here:

Ender098's review of Chap Mei SWAT Van (http://www.joedios.com/dioramas/showimage.php?i=9620&goto=previous&c=)

Only in new, different TRU packaging.

No mini copter or cage thing, instead it includes a small police car.

Still has 2 figures, but not the new ones seen in the review above.

Price was $19.99, IIRC.

(I didn't get it, it's neat, but I'm cutting back on everything...)

They also had 6 packs of the rescue/fireman/cop figures. None that I saw included those new figures, though.

[Hammerfel]

Sweet. I'll be getting one. Thanks for the heads up!

[Acantilado]

Looks Cool. Chap Mei has been releasing some neat stuff that fits Joes.

[battlewagon]

I saw a pic of a harley davidson bike for 1:18 figures. it was sand colored, khaki to be more precise and it had a sidecar which looked very wide. where can I find this bike? also are there any other good ones that don't look too oversized? I know chap mei has a harley davidson bike with sidecar but it is too large. thanks.

battlewagon

[haradrel]

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Harley-Davidson-1977-FXS-Low-Rider-1-18-Die-Cast-NIB_W0QQitemZ260213623694QQihZ016QQcategoryZ10960QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

http://search.ebay.co.uk/search/search.dll?from=R40&_trksid=m37&satitle=1%3A18+Harley

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Harley-Davidson-Martin-Bross-Die-Cast-Chopper-1-18-NEW_W0QQitemZ360025819900QQihZ023QQcategoryZ10960QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/1-18-scale-HARLEY-DAVIDSON-2002-Fat-Boy_W0QQitemZ120223776628QQihZ002QQcategoryZ1189QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/1-18-scale-HARLEY-DAVIDSON-2003-Fat-Boy_W0QQitemZ110225613160QQihZ001QQcategoryZ69839QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/1-18-HARLEY-DAVIDSON-1986-SOFTAL-Gold-Plated-model-NEW_W0QQitemZ350027568355QQihZ022QQcategoryZ2509QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

There are more - just do a search on e-bay for 1:18 Harley Davidson.
I'm sure you will find plenty of company names there (or even a good deal or two).

I am definitely getting my Zartan (when he arrives) a Harley Chopper.

[General Scarlett]

I've got a bunch of 1:18th bikes for my Joes........

http://www.joedios.com/dioramas/showimage.php?i=7173&catid=searchresults&searchid=25635

http://www.joedios.com/dioramas/showimage.php?i=7911&catid=searchresults&searchid=25636

I find them at 'Walgreens'....they're called 'Speed Wheels' and they're by 'MotorMax'.......

I love the detail......BMW, Yamaha, Kawasaki, Ducati, Harley Davidson, Mercedes Benz.......

I plan on showcasing them more when the weather gets better.....

[Tracker]

I've seen them for sell at Wallmart and at Dollar General

[Stormer]

I dunno about stores, but you could probably ask at toy/hobby/model retailers:

http://www.maisto.com/product_list.asp?stext=&id=15

http://www.maisto.com/product_list.asp?stext=&id=25

http://www.maisto.com/product_list.asp?stext=&id=24

Hope that helps!

[ender098]

I've been looking for Elite Force Flatbeds forever, and I've found something REAL close;


http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&item=130212915897&ssPageName=STRK:MEWA:IT&ih=003



http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&item=130198196032&ssPageName=STRK:MEWA:IT&ih=003

With a screwdriver you can remove the tanks and "poof" instant flatbed.....
It even has the ramps on the rear......which kinda doesn't make sense if you have a fuel tank on the back! I bought two and they're NOT the sturdiest construction, so just keep the kids from playing Demolition Derby!!

[Flatline]

okay Frank How Close??? Is It A Store,store Or An Ebay Store In Cali.

LOVE THE SIGNATURE BY THE WAY. :D

[ender098]

eBay Store...there are risks.....I bought two off the guy.....and no problems!

The Signature was what Shane (LordRaven) had on his MSN signature the day they announced Charleton Heston Died! I just added the Pic!!

[Flatline]

thanks Alot Ender :)

[Da Talent]

Thats pretty neat frank, thanks for the info. I to have been looking for a good flatbed for a while, ended up converting a battle force eliminator to one. So do you think is worth it? I don't really like the gun on the cab, but is is customizable?

[ender098]

[QUOTE=fireflyed]Thats pretty neat frank, thanks for the info. I to have been looking for a good flatbed for a while, ended up converting a battle force eliminator to one. So do you think is worth it? I don't really like the gun on the cab, but is is customizable?[/QUOTE]


The gun turret is detachable....I'm gonna try to mount an MG on there...I'll let ya know how it goes!

[Hammerfel]

Those are killer. What do you plan to load on the flatbeds?

[ender098]

[QUOTE=Hammerfel]Those are killer. What do you plan to load on the flatbeds?[/QUOTE]


For GI Joe Vamps, Awe Strikers, PTE Humvees and Buggys fit nice Mobats fit, but are a little too bulky (I think the beds on these are narrower than the ones Jimbo uses in his pics!)

for Cobra's I think HISS tanks, Stingers(and the 1998 Rattler Jeep Variant), IMP's

I also have some Oktober Guard Custom Vehicles and tons of crates and boxes from different sets.

And I have basic US military vehicles like the BBI Abrams, LAV, Bravo Team and 21st Century M2 Bradleys.

I may even get some hobby wood and make a box for the trailers....but I need to find time with the 1,000 other projects that I have pending!

[guiltridden]

wouldn't mind getting one of these myself

[Tracker]

cool!

[Dersham]

I bought two as well after seeing Ender's post, so thanks for mentioning it otherwise I would never have seen it. You can also fit a Thunder Machine on it too. I got a Road Warrior esque feeling from it. Totally reminds me of the fuel tank that was escaping. What I found strange was that the truck don't have any connecting piece between the back and the front. It might have been only with the one I opened, but as far as I can tell there's nothing there.

[ender098]

For those of you who wanted it but didn't want the hefty price tag, it's a little more affordable! (40% off!!) Check it out!!

http://www.amazon.com/Dino-Valley-Sky-Lifter-Helicopter-Set/dp/B000FDZ4W6/ref=pd_bbs_3?ie=UTF8&s=toys-and-games&qid=1208541695&sr=8-3

A simple repaint can make this an AWESOME cobra chopper!!

[Prince Adam]

WOW!!!! Thanks, Ender! :D

[Hammerfel]

Anyone have any in-hand pics? That Amazon pic is tiny.

[General Scarlett]

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