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Re: - A tribute to MIP -
Posted: Wed Feb 23, 2011 7:07 am
by shodog
Looks like its going to be one sweet looking buggy when your done. I'm definitely envious of your aluminum C-hubs.
Re: - A tribute to MIP -
Posted: Wed Feb 23, 2011 3:32 pm
by LTO_Dave
railey72 wrote:Yeah, what is this wood core stuff? My rc10 bitd had a composite chassis that had what I think is a foam core/sandwich but would love more info. Awhile back I found the same chassis on ebay to do a replica build of my old buggy (as the original is long gone). Always wondered the mfg of the chassis as I can't remember who made it bitd. I will try to get pics.
Beautiful build...but I'm sure most of us expect nothing less from you.
I think DA Graphite made CF parts with wood cores. I'll check my old mags and see.
EDIT: Scan taken from 1992 RCCA Buyer's Guide
Re: - A tribute to MIP -
Posted: Fri Feb 25, 2011 10:40 pm
by THEYTOOKMYTHUMB
Stellar build!
Did MIP make those parts red originally or are they dyed? They appear hard plastic so I assume original red, but just curious. Got an exploded view of the front gear case? Again, just a stellar project!
Re: - A tribute to MIP -
Posted: Sat Feb 26, 2011 5:48 am
by Asso_man!
THEYTOOKMYTHUMB wrote:Stellar build!
Did MIP make those parts red originally or are they dyed? They appear hard plastic so I assume original red, but just curious. Got an exploded view of the front gear case? Again, just a stellar project!
Yep the front knuckles are factory dyed and are just out of the pack, brand new.
The only exploded pic of the front gear case I have taken is this one, full of 25 years old grease
Re: - A tribute to MIP -
Posted: Sun Feb 27, 2011 5:27 am
by Asso_man!
And here are most of the parts that should complete it, still missing a few and need to work on the rear shock tower and bulkhead and drill the holes that should allow the chain to pass through. I'm a bit stuck at this point as I am waiting for the tuber chassis to be ready...
Re: - A tribute to MIP -
Posted: Sun Feb 27, 2011 11:00 am
by m_vice
I think this is killer.
great parts.
Re: - A tribute to MIP -
Posted: Sun Feb 27, 2011 11:20 pm
by wyldbill
OCTI-GRABS! sweet, i havent seen a set of thoes in years let alone n.i.b.
Re: - A tribute to MIP -
Posted: Sun Feb 27, 2011 11:45 pm
by victor_cathedral
oooooooooo
Re: - A tribute to MIP -
Posted: Mon Feb 28, 2011 10:33 am
by railey72
Amazing collection of parts. Can't wait to see the tuber chassis.
Re: - A tribute to MIP -
Posted: Mon Feb 28, 2011 1:23 pm
by tony13b
Looks good can wait to see the end result...
Re: - A tribute to MIP -
Posted: Wed Mar 02, 2011 4:27 am
by Asso_man!
Thank you guys, I can't wait to build it further as I've been waiting for ages for the chassis...
I am still on the hunt for a complete and preferably NIP or in very good shape MIP torque control unit and two 0.71" MIP rear golden shock shaft. Any help would be highly appreciated!
Here is a pic (courtesy of Al) of the Tork Control top shaft I'm speaking of:
Re: - A tribute to MIP -
Posted: Wed Mar 02, 2011 7:39 am
by aip47-2008
Re: - A tribute to MIP -
Posted: Wed Mar 02, 2011 8:15 am
by Asso_man!
Just the Tork Control, pm me if you have one!
Re: - A tribute to MIP -
Posted: Wed Mar 02, 2011 8:47 am
by Charlie don't surf
I can't believe how this car is coming! Octi-crabs? Scr*p (* added to protect privacy )had those when he came back from the VONATS after rooming with the other 2 Jay's -
Is the tork contol an MIP slipper? I need one too
Re: - A tribute to MIP -
Posted: Wed Mar 02, 2011 8:49 am
by Ruffy
GOOD STUFF HERE!
