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by XLR8
Sun Mar 03, 2024 4:27 pm
Forum: R/C Off-Topic / Chit-Chat
Topic: So, what did you do RC today?
Replies: 692
Views: 25282

Re: So, what did you do RC today?

Finished my BB to SB conversion project.
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by XLR8
Tue Feb 20, 2024 11:04 pm
Forum: Tamiya Forum
Topic: Nitro Monster Beetle
Replies: 52
Views: 745

Re: .12 Nitro Monster Beetle

One of those Chinese aluminum chassis and some aluminum trailing arm would be cool Yes, I agree. Actually, forget what I've said about using a Kyosho truck. I reckon Derek's MB should be riding its Tamiya ORV or some variant or it loses much of its cool factor. If you're not already doing so, pleas...
by XLR8
Tue Feb 20, 2024 8:08 pm
Forum: Tamiya Forum
Topic: Nitro Monster Beetle
Replies: 52
Views: 745

Re: .12 Nitro Monster Beetle

Or, buy a truck from Kyosho. :mrgreen: The Kyosho equivalent to a Blackfoot would be a Big Brute or Hi Rider Corvette. Both have full plastic diffs (not nylon, plastic) diffs. Only the outdrives are metal, and they look like cast. The spider gears don't even have metal shafts. The dogbones are also...
by XLR8
Tue Feb 20, 2024 2:03 pm
Forum: Tamiya Forum
Topic: Nitro Monster Beetle
Replies: 52
Views: 745

Re: .12 Nitro Monster Beetle

juicedcoupe wrote: Tue Feb 20, 2024 1:43 pm If you have the option, the MIP diff, Blackfoot counter gear, and re-re dogbones/CVD's is a better option.
Or, buy a truck from Kyosho. :mrgreen:
by XLR8
Tue Feb 20, 2024 1:05 pm
Forum: Tamiya Forum
Topic: Nitro Monster Beetle
Replies: 52
Views: 745

Re: .12 Nitro Monster Beetle

But, I don't see a thrust bearing under the head of the screw?? I put some grease there. It's not even snug (red Loctite keeps it in place). The screw keeps the diff from separating under load. Not enough room for anything else. With the hex axles, they can rub the screw. When throttle trigger is p...
by XLR8
Tue Feb 20, 2024 10:29 am
Forum: Tamiya Forum
Topic: Nitro Monster Beetle
Replies: 52
Views: 745

Re: .12 Nitro Monster Beetle

I had to take out the MIP ball diff and pit in a stock Frog gear diff...tranny and clutch bell roll over super free! Did you do the "Frogshot Mod" to it? I don't know what that is..lol! https://www.tamiyaclub.com/showroom_model.asp?cid=24674&sid=3142 I use a 4-40 screw. Drill one side...
by XLR8
Fri Feb 16, 2024 10:09 pm
Forum: 21st Century Modern
Topic: 1/10 Scale On-Road - Chassis Options in 2024
Replies: 51
Views: 826

Re: 1/10 Scale On-Road - Chassis Options in 2024

I could not agree more.
Kyosho's electrics in general, and their Tx's in particular, are the best of any RTR I own. A+
by XLR8
Fri Feb 16, 2024 11:39 am
Forum: Off-Topic / Chit-Chat
Topic: Who remembers the Chrysler Turbine car?
Replies: 46
Views: 533

Re: Who remembers the Chrysler Turbine car?

Frankentruck wrote: Fri Feb 16, 2024 11:24 am ...a helicopter turbine engine fit in a motorcycle chassis, so probably yes?
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I'm loosing my mind. I forgot about that one too.
by XLR8
Fri Feb 16, 2024 11:36 am
Forum: Off-Topic / Chit-Chat
Topic: Who remembers the Chrysler Turbine car?
Replies: 46
Views: 533

Re: Who remembers the Chrysler Turbine car?

Pontiac Aztec. Awesomeness in disguise? I had a 2008 Pontiac Torrent GXP. It was built on the same platform as the gawdawful-ugly Aztec. Hard to believe the 2 cars shared the same chassis. The Torrent GXP was an excellent SUV, very fast with 263 hp from a 3.6L engine, sport-tuned suspension and exh...
by XLR8
Fri Feb 16, 2024 11:15 am
Forum: Off-Topic / Chit-Chat
Topic: Who remembers the Chrysler Turbine car?
Replies: 46
Views: 533

Re: Who remembers the Chrysler Turbine car?

Well, I think this Cobra is also pretty cool. (random web photo) https://photos.autohunter.com/assets/media/af671edb-48a0-4cb0-bb76-d4656c8c57fb_largesize.jpg ... but it isn't turbine powered. FWIW, my 5-speed "GT" also has an SOHC and it's fuel injected. :wink: Mustang 5.jpg With only 281...
by XLR8
Thu Feb 15, 2024 2:42 pm
Forum: Off-Topic / Chit-Chat
Topic: Who remembers the Chrysler Turbine car?
Replies: 46
Views: 533

Re: Who remembers the Chrysler Turbine car?

Best car ever made..period...not an opinion..FACT! Said no one ever, about a Chrysler product (at least, not anyone who has ever had one). The closest thing they have is Jeep, and the best Jeeps were when AMC owned them. AMC design carried on into the I6 4.0, which wasn't horrible. MOPAR did make s...
by XLR8
Wed Feb 14, 2024 8:51 am
Forum: Off-Topic / Chit-Chat
Topic: Who remembers the Chrysler Turbine car?
Replies: 46
Views: 533

Re: Who remembers the Chrysler Turbine car?

1911Colt wrote: Wed Feb 14, 2024 7:47 am I don't "remember it" as in seeing them on the road, but yeah, this one has fascinated me since I was a teenager. Also, the turbine car that dominated Indy only to have a mechanical failure at the end.
Now that one I forgot about. Thanks for posting a photo.
by XLR8
Wed Feb 14, 2024 8:48 am
Forum: Off-Topic / Chit-Chat
Topic: Who remembers the Chrysler Turbine car?
Replies: 46
Views: 533

Re: Who remembers the Chrysler Turbine car?

RC10th wrote: Tue Feb 13, 2024 11:54 pm Doesn't Jay Leno own it?
Well, Jay owns one of few that remain. Sadly, most of them were destroyed after the project ended.
I always thought the Turbine car resembled a Ford Thunderbird and, having watched this documentary, I now understand why.
And, it only took me 60 years to learn the facts.
by XLR8
Tue Feb 13, 2024 10:11 pm
Forum: The Paint / Body Shop
Topic: Spray Paint types for Lexan
Replies: 14
Views: 162

Re: Spray Paint types for Lexan

There's nothing foolish about using automotive paint on lexan. Just "prime" the body with PS-55 and I think you'll be fine. Also, apparently adhesion promoter can be used with lexan but I've never tried it. Tamiya PS-55 is Flat clear, the Flat won't dull the layer beneath it? I've only us...
by XLR8
Tue Feb 13, 2024 10:05 pm
Forum: Off-Topic / Chit-Chat
Topic: Who remembers the Chrysler Turbine car?
Replies: 46
Views: 533

Who remembers the Chrysler Turbine car?

I remember the car very well. I was a car crazy kid back in the 1960's and I was certainly crazy about this car. In fact, I built a 1/24 scale model of it and my interest in the car and the turbine project in general likely contributed to my decision to pursue engineering as a profession. Anyway, I'...

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