RC10 gold pan OIN build

[uniquenamehere]

So I've been acquiring parts for an old is new type of build. I want to build something that I can possible run at our local track. I've never raced before, so it should be lots of fun.

I want to incorporate as many vintage elements as I can, but run B4 wheels, slipper assembly, B44 CVDs etc.

Here's what I'm working with so far:



















I'm hoping I can fit these packs in the rear bulkhead!

[mdutcher]

You have caught the bug. I am in the same boat and I am excited for this kind of thing. I wish you luck.

However, I will say this. Your chassis is pre-stealth. You have selected to put a stealth tranny in it from what I can tell in the pictures. It will require you to drill some holes for it to fit on your chassis. Otherwise, you will need to find an original 6 gear tranny.

If you choose to drill your own holes then do a little searching for a chassis template on this forum. It will help.

Hope that this helps. And keep us posted on the progress.

[uniquenamehere]

Thanks, Yah I managed to track down a stealth transmission drill template from a forum member. Just need to collect a few more parts and I'll be ready to start building!

[RC104ever]

Gens Ace will fit without a problem. It's a tiny bit snug but just give it a push and it will go in. It will stretch it maybe a couple mm's but hey, it's a runner so no biggie right?

[uniquenamehere]

I just bought a boatload of parts from eBay... I suspect I'll actually make some building progress soon. Or at least have more pretty pictures...

[uniquenamehere]

First of two shipments... all I really need now is to find some hinge pins and screws. Not too keen on the blue that are readily available on eBay. I'm trying to keep a very vintage "hopped up" feel to this build:

[uniquenamehere]

Got a few more things delivered:





...need to find some hinge pins, and screws. Maybe I'll look up fastener express... I sense another hardware purchase today. I feel my virtual wallet getting lighter.

[myfordcnc]

I've been having trouble finding hinge pins as well. I'm looking for stuff specifically advertized as RC10 since I don't know the compatibility of others. Does any one know what other model pins will fit? I know there might be some variation for the different arm setups that are out there.

[uniquenamehere]

Well, I took care of that lack of screws problem.

Put in a sizable order from Fastenal since I could pick up locally at one of their locations. Kinda bummed about having to order quantities of 100. But at least I won't run out of hardware in this or any future builds!

[scr8p]

yeah, you're good in the hardware department for awhile.

i finally broke down and put a huge order in at fastener express last year or the year before. i'm good for awhile yet too.

[alien3t]

Loving the parts coming in.

I hope the fastenal gave you a good price. Usually there prices aroudn here are 2-3 times more than other places i can find. and thats before the per 100 price cut in half discount at times.

But they usually have a good selection.

(if shipping try boltdepot.com.

[justinspeed79]

Let us know how the Turnigy servo works out. I have been eyeballing them for a while, but am still kind of on the fence. I am pretty impressed with their batteries and chargers.

[uniquenamehere]

So I had a reasonably productive day today. I gave all the old nylon parts a nice bath and scrubbed everything down with dish soap. I thought about soaking the old parts in peroxide, but I think I'll shelf that idea right now. I kinda like the yellowish nylon color... and it matches the losi rod ends better!

I also drilled the chassis to accept the stealth transmission. I still need to countersink it as I don't have an 82 degree countersink... (actually I don't have any counter sinks but that's just splitting hairs). I assembled the transmission with the B4 top shaft and slipper assembly and also assembled the front B4 caster block/steering arm assembly.

Fibre-lyte makes some really nice pieces, almost too nice as I'll hopefully be racing/bashing with this car. I think I'm going to chuck those nose tubes in my drill and sand off the black coating.

Waiting for my hinge pins to arrive in the mail... here's the pics!

[scr8p]

you should pick up some bearings for your steering bellcrank.

[uniquenamehere]

you should pick up some bearings for your steering bellcrank.

I think I likely will... I'll need to buy a few bearings for the rear hubs and front wheels. Not too sure of the size however...