-Ultimate MIP Graphite build-
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-Ultimate MIP Graphite build-
Starting a brand new thread for this one, I got a killer project for that chassis I bought at first mainly for the Tecnacraft turnbuckles and the Graphite chassis. When I received the lot yesterday, I was pretty amazed and surprised because the picture and the description of the auction were a bit "shady". As you can see, the car has been modified for dirt oval racing. It features already Robinson Racing adjustable rear toe-in mounts, front RR Castor Steering Controls System, an awesome aluminium steering anodized black (did Losi made those in black too???) and (custom?) machined servo posts. A good start I can say. I'll tear it down, clean it the best I can, replace some of the parts and add amazing hop-ups that are just waiting to be used. But that's it for now, I'll unveil the rest step by step...
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Re: Ultimate MIP Graphite build
Here I am so far: Composite Craft Team Car front and rear shock towers and RPM front bulkhead
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Re: Ultimate MIP Graphite build
slowly progressing, this is my first "live" build I said to myself a minute ago...
Just added the Robinson Racing rear toe-in mounts, the Losi steering bellcranks and Andy's "A"-arms. Stay tuned
Just added the Robinson Racing rear toe-in mounts, the Losi steering bellcranks and Andy's "A"-arms. Stay tuned
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Re: Ultimate MIP Graphite build
That is coming along very nicely. Looks like a nice clean build. On mine I so wanted to use the robinson adjustable rear mounts but it interferred with the reer bumper piece.
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Re: Ultimate MIP Graphite build
Did you recognize the shock towers you sold me a long time ago? It seems they were waiting for this partciular moment
As for the RR rear toe-in blocks, they were already installed and that additional rear hole in the chassis had to be useful but indeed, no more place for a rear bumper, unless you hack it... The other problem I noticed with those is that they are higher than the stock ones and apparently you have to cut a piece of the motor plate to fit them (at least that is what the previous owner did). More to follow...
As for the RR rear toe-in blocks, they were already installed and that additional rear hole in the chassis had to be useful but indeed, no more place for a rear bumper, unless you hack it... The other problem I noticed with those is that they are higher than the stock ones and apparently you have to cut a piece of the motor plate to fit them (at least that is what the previous owner did). More to follow...
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Re: Ultimate MIP Graphite build
Looking good
This car is going to rock.
This car is going to rock.
He's an idiot. Comes from upbringing. His parents are probably idiots too.
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Re: Ultimate MIP Graphite build
introducing the first MIP parts: the MIP change box Gear ratio is now 2:61
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I wondered if they were from me or not. That buggy is going to turn out sweet. Are you going to dye the gearbox to match the other parts?Asso_man! wrote:Did you recognize the shock towers you sold me a long time ago?
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Done! Last pic for today, my fingers are tired and so am I
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I'll build it first with all the parts I want to be on it, then I'll see what has to stay as is and what has to be changed... I'll most probably change the motor plate for a black one, or polish this one. Poll?shodog wrote:I wondered if they were from me or not. That buggy is going to turn out sweet. Are you going to dye the gearbox to match the other parts?Asso_man! wrote:Did you recognize the shock towers you sold me a long time ago?
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Re: Ultimate MIP Graphite build
Veddie Nice. Lid?Asso_man! wrote:....Poll?
He's an idiot. Comes from upbringing. His parents are probably idiots too.
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Very clean dude. Some Black HPI wheels would look hot on that. Also I agree, black motor plate - get her looking stealthy.
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Re: Ultimate MIP Graphite build
Ok guys, the build-up has resumed today. I feel a bit sad as this is probably one of my last RC10 projects, that explain the many photos and details, I want it to be the "ultimate" in every sense of the term. So, I changed the rear arms for some new RPM ones as the Andy's were a bit slaughtered with too much scuffs IMO. I added the Robinson Racing front steering system (this really do the trick, gotta love that hop-up!), the famous Tecnacraft turnbuckles and some RPM black ballcups. I defo plan to install a black motor plate, but that will take some time as I don't have the necessary tools at home. I'll now work on the shocks. Enjoy!
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Re: Ultimate MIP Graphite build
It now is on shocks, black MIP shocks! The fronts are even fitted with MIP gold shafts. I also added the custom machined alu servo posts that came with it and a Parma mini front bumper I had laying around. Impressions, suggestions, comments are more than welcome...
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