yellowdatsun wrote:What wheel/hub connections did these use, I can't remember. Wondering if modern wheels could fit if someone wanted to run it at the track.
Not sure if I'm reading your question correctly but the Optima used 12mm hex so yes you can run modern wheels
I just hope the re-re uses straight axles with cross-pins, not the original tapered-shaft axles and friction-fit tapered holes in the hexes...that was a real limitation.
And as for the concerns about pricing...Kyosho's pricing on the Scorpion re-re was VERY reasonable--sure as hell better than what Tamiya's doing with THEIR re-re pricing. So, keeping fingers crossed that the Optima is affordable like the Scorpion is.
yellowdatsun wrote:What wheel/hub connections did these use, I can't remember. Wondering if modern wheels could fit if someone wanted to run it at the track.
Not sure if I'm reading your question correctly but the Optima used 12mm hex so yes you can run modern wheels
I just hope the re-re uses straight axles with cross-pins, not the original tapered-shaft axles and friction-fit tapered holes in the hexes...that was a real limitation.
Ahhh, now I remember those danged press fit pieces of crap. Man I hated those. I too hope they've gone with something else. That was one of the truly bad engineering designs in the RC world.
They didn't change the drive on the Scorpion (unfortunately), so I doubt they will on the Optima.
Also, most of these modern 12mm hex wheels that you guys are looking forward to using have a 5mm bore (tamiya style) rather than the 4mm that Kyosho uses...So yeah, the wheel goes on, but it's hard to tighten the nut so that the wheel isn't kinda wiggly when it spins.
Returning_Jim wrote:They didn't change the drive on the Scorpion (unfortunately), so I doubt they will on the Optima.
Also, most of these modern 12mm hex wheels that you guys are looking forward to using have a 5mm bore (tamiya style) rather than the 4mm that Kyosho uses...So yeah, the wheel goes on, but it's hard to tighten the nut so that the wheel isn't kinda wiggly when it spins.
I didn't realize there was a difference. My wheels are very snug so I obviously got lucky when I bought them. They are just some off brand ie.very cheap. Wish I would have noted what brand they were as there are no markings on them.
the cool part about this release is that you would be able to use the front stuff if they don't change it too badly for yokomo 870c front ends **fingers crossed C-hubs**
Returning_Jim wrote:They didn't change the drive on the Scorpion (unfortunately), so I doubt they will on the Optima.
Yes, they did. The rere Scorpion's "drive washer" has a locking pin, while the old one rely on a "conical" lock, or what ever it's called.
The original Optimas did already have a hex "drive washer", and not the same pressure "drive washer" as the Scorpion, although it still had that "conical" lock like the Scorpion. So since they dropped the "conical" lock for a locking pin on the Scorpion, it will be very strange if they didn't do the same on the Optima.
Returning_Jim wrote:They didn't change the drive on the Scorpion (unfortunately), so I doubt they will on the Optima.
Also, most of these modern 12mm hex wheels that you guys are looking forward to using have a 5mm bore (tamiya style) rather than the 4mm that Kyosho uses...So yeah, the wheel goes on, but it's hard to tighten the nut so that the wheel isn't kinda wiggly when it spins.
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Its crazy the things I did to this car back then. Had painted the top plate, chassis, wheels, and don't forget to check out the custom front body mount. (At some point it was a monster truck.) I believe thats solder wire on the posts, and the always...
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nice bumper. Its got a nice look. amazing how it starts and then ends up, nice work, kudos on the end product. Always fun to try and photo polished cars without blinding the camera. Ive found sunlight is best and doesnt wash out lens with...
I am wondering if it really hurts to go without two parts on the Optima:
1) The back sway bar: I don't like the way it blocks the motor case and makes it a pain to access the motor and pinion. Does this part really steady the car that much?
2) The...
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I like it. I wish there were a bumper that was a direct fit (I can ream the holes, but the sawing would be a pain).
I finally found a great off-brand upgrade for the stock Javelin/Optima/Turbo Optima rear arms. This mod is so cheap it's laughable, and will upgrade your rear control arms, dog-bones, and give you a slightly wider stance all at once.
First, you...
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I don't think the wheelbase (front axle to rear axle) is changed much with this mod; if anything only a few millimeters. The track (left wheel to right wheel total width) is only increased by 10mm approximately, with a particular set of wheels.
Tried a search but no luck. Looking for the actual paint colours (or very close alternatives) to paint up an Optima and Turbo Optima, both in box art. I guess what blue and yellow for the Optima (white is easy 8) ) and the red/orange for the Turbo....
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Ahh, I remember the POLYCA colors. You can see some of them here. The black, white, red where probably the box art colors.
Do any of you have suggestions for a body for my Turbo Optima other than the stock T.O. body, which I don't really care for? I *love* the original Optima body but it's too narrow to fit an 8.4V 7-cell battery. Have any of you tried other bodies and...
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Why didnt you buy the lazer zx-s shell from kamtec in the uk. Its also advertised on ebay. Its an optima shell with extra air slots and would be the better option.
Just eyeballing that shell, it almost looks more intended for an Optima Mid, as it...
Any thought about the Optima rerelease with latest hop ups such as clutch, gunmetal gear set for powerful brushless and lipo, ball diff with belt and few others, and up against other successful belt drive from the company?
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I never owned any optima in the past or its derivatives. This is because I loved my tamiya /op up boomerang back in the time. I have bought the Kypsho Rocky for fun back in th mid 87 and drov n it for short period of time.
It's been a while... had to move house etc. blah blah blah!
Anyway, I've been fortunate enough to snag a really good Optima Mid Custom Special roller on eBay here in Australia. It'll go really well with the Turbo Scorpion that my parents...
**fingers crossed C-hubs**
