Optima is back!!

[HKS_TRD]

More of an issue with more powerful motors.
So what price are we looking at for these

[alien3t]

More of an issue with more powerful motors.
So what price are we looking at for these

think 299 us

[GoMachV]

I don't even drive a lot, but I broke a bunch of axles that had holes (Tamiya, outrage, losi etc) but never an OT-18!

[Welshy40]

I see the alloy OT-16 front knuckle arm has returned.
Going by the pic it appears to be cast and not machined.
Can't they release these already!

Same as the zx, cast and yup im having a few if they are.

[yellowdatsun]

There's no pics of the axles *without* the aluminum hex on there. I do see a set screw, so I'm REALLY hoping these aren't those press fit pieces of garbage.

Why garbage?
I never had one come loose

That's the stupidest way to attach a wheel I've ever seen on any of my vehicles. It's just a press fit. When you accidentally overtighten them a few times, the hole in the aluminum gets bigger, and it starts to rub on the bearing block. Also, as someone mentioned, they can be a pain to get off. Like I said, it's just a stupid idea, when there are other vastly superior ways to attach a wheel.

I'm extremely pleased they got rid of it.

[DennisM]

Well, the tapered shaft was common back then, the only downside in my opinion, was that You were limited to 12mm hex wheels, unless You bought the Yoke adapters.

The crosspin wheels or hex can cause a wobley wheel when riding on the crosspin - and are prone to overtightening.

I tighten over a cople of bronze bushing to seat the hex before I put the wheels on, and will mean that You´ll need something bigger than a std. tamiya key to overtighten the hexes

[GoMachV]

For the taper-haters...please send me yours! I could use em!

[stickboy007]

Use a wide screwdriver and the tapered hexes will pop right off. They're only a problem if you have a powerful motor and a high grip surface. Two things you'll probably never expose an Optima re-re to...

I think it's cool that they're re-releasing this kit, although I honestly doubt I'll buy one myself (I have enough stuff). I'd love if they re-released the Pro-X at some point. It would slot perfectly into the same market that the RC10 Worlds re-re is tapping into.

[Xricer]

Oh sweet! The Optima is on the U.S site now:) I didn't look through the entire thread....probably been said before. Lol

[GoMachV]

I'm hearing a street price of 299

[Grunger73]

I'm hearing a street price of 299

You are correct. That is the listed preorder price. Available March 31. I just preordered mine
It looks like the bumper is mounted differently. Hopefully no more bent or snapped front support.

[BoostCreep]

I'm hearing a street price of 299

You are correct. That is the listed preorder price. Available March 31. I just preordered mine
It looks like the bumper is mounted differently. Hopefully no more bent or snapped front support.

I liked your idea so much I copied you. Pre-ordered.

[rccars4sal]

Looks like beagle tires,, but Ill still get 1!

[HKS_TRD]

Where is the pre-order available, I'm guessing its not an option for those in Australia?

[crusaderlyf]

I saw some one posted the out box picture, thanks brother. box art have some different.