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From my experience shipping overseas is as much about box size as it is weight, and is very exponential in cost. Under 8oz is flat out cheap, but the rates go up quick after that. Ebay is the absolute worst for fees, shipping, etc. It costs everyone more and at the same time hinders communication. I...

Started filling one of my new(to me) cases. The other case will be batteries and motors

MarkyDents wrote: ↑Mon Jul 31, 2023 12:10 pm Well one thing I did notice in your pics is that your trans brace clearly had a stealth under it at some point.

good catch, i hadnt noticed the washer marks.

Just saw that as well. Cool!

I've seen it mentioned that the drivetrain of the Aristocraft Dolphin is compatible with the Samurai. Since I am currently rebuilding a Samurai and needed a few things I ordered a Dolphin gear set and front diff. I'll keep the Dolphin parts on the right and Samurai on the left First thing I found is...

Started a rebuild of this Samurai that's been in a box apart for quite a few years now. Gearboxes are impossible so I had one 3d printed in clear resin. Not fully transparent but looks pretty cool and will be a good placeholder until I can locate a fresh original

I'd say no, while very similar there are some differences including where the sprues attach. They are very well copied though, just adjusting for their own design like the offset of the front diff.

Preordered through tower, thanks for that! Don't forget to use the code "hobby" to save $55 (or $75 if you are a super saver member). It's actually best to become a super saver member for $10 to get the $20 more off, netting you another $10 savings plus future perks

The front and rear is Advance Engineering.

Rcca March 1988 has articles on two of them.

Beautiful pup!

We have a new family member joining us soon as well. We work with the local boxer rescue and they took in a female that just gave birth to pups last month and we have decided to adopt one. The dad is unknown, so we have no idea what the breed mix is. Might have to 23 and me him lol.

Started loading up the second display case, this one is mainly motors and batteries.

Open every day from whenever my wife leaves the house till she gets back

Finally scored a Race Prep motor for the case. Listed as used but it's never been soldered

Ugh oh
This was my project yesterday
Going out for powdercoat Monday

I agree, Niki's .89 tower should be perfect for that combo. We have them listed here....
https://factoryworks.com/shop/ols/products/nix80032