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Man do those look nice! But better yet, Rin's driving one of 'em!

Nice truck man! I like that style of body, reminds me of the Losi 8ight-t. Looks aggressive, plus it stands out from all the sleek, streamlined junk on cars nowadays.

I should have mentioned this a month ago. I've had the goldpan as a wallpaper for my laptop and desktop for a while. They're both quality shots IMO.

Those truck wheels look pretty awesome . What kind are they?

So, question... If i intend on turning this into a runner, what modern arms and axels will fit on this? it would be nice to be able to just drive to the nearest hobby shop and find the parts on the shelf if something breaks. is this even possible? thanks!

chao,
mike

Ok, I'll try those tips. the original arms off ebay will work...but those arm u have will too, with the correct hing pins. Preference of choice really hope i can help... What are the correct hinge pins? And where should I pick some up? Thanks! Chao, Mike Nevermind, the hinge pins are the metal rod ...

Ok, I'll try those tips.

drillNink wrote: the original arms off ebay will work...but those arm u have will too, with the correct hing pins. Preference of choice really hope i can help...

What are the correct hinge pins? And where should I pick some up? Thanks!

Chao,
Mike

Thanks guys, looking forward to finishing this up, and getting out there! :D Don, do you mean the gear that slips through that hole and attaches to the pinion/spur gear? That would be great if you have one. Also, what should I do about the rear arms? Will they work, with the regular dog-bones, or sh...

Hi, I'm (sorta) new here and I just got my first gold pan from a guy on craigslist. Thought it was more assembled than this, but oh well. :roll: Planning to turn it into a runner for general purpose fun :D , but it needs a LOT of work. I'll be posting more pics as the project gets rolling, but it's ...

Sounds cool, can't wait for pics! White's gonna look pretty awesome on that.

That buggy looks so awesome! I love how it's all(most) color coordinated. Nice work man!