Finished my BB to SB conversion project.
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- 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
- 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...
- 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...
- Tue Feb 20, 2024 2:03 pm
- Forum: Tamiya Forum
- Topic: Nitro Monster Beetle
- Replies: 52
- Views: 745
Re: .12 Nitro Monster Beetle
Or, buy a truck from Kyosho.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.
- 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...
- 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...
- 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+
Kyosho's electrics in general, and their Tx's in particular, are the best of any RTR I own. A+
- 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?
I'm loosing my mind. I forgot about that one too.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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- 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...
- 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...
- 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...
- 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?
Now that one I forgot about. Thanks for posting a photo.
- 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?
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.
- 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...
- 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'...