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Posted: Mon Jul 16, 2007 10:26 am
by Dr. Robotnik
Yes that is one I am selling, if anyone from the board is interested or has questions then please let me know.
In answer to Eau Rouge's question asking if anyone had one, I have at the moment 7!!!!!!!!!!!! Oh my, so that's why they are so rare.
I forgot to add, Eau Rouge that is one hell of a score, I'd leave it as it is mate, it's got its own heritage. Maybe I could interested you in another? Lol.
Posted: Mon Jul 16, 2007 11:27 am
by Synergy
Dr. Robotnik wrote:
Yes that is one I am selling, if anyone from the board is interested or has questions then please let me know.
In answer to Eau Rouge's question asking if anyone had one, I have at the moment 7!!!!!!!!!!!! Oh my, so that's why they are so rare.
I forgot to add, Eau Rouge that is one hell of a score, I'd leave it as it is mate, it's got its own heritage. Maybe I could interested you in another? Lol.
Sorry I'm not very good with ebay ids
Posted: Mon Jul 16, 2007 12:08 pm
by Eau Rouge
Dr. Robotnik wrote:I forgot to add, Eau Rouge that is one hell of a score, I'd leave it as it is mate, it's got its own heritage. Maybe I could interested you in another? Lol.
It was a helluva lowball, I'd have to admit. I didn't think it would play out well, but as it did, he was interested in making sure the dirt oval history was important to the new owner (and it is). Considering the Andy's Mercedes was the very first body Andy Jacobsen produced, this one holds very high importance for me.
Not sure if the funds are there for more of them, though. I think a Composite Craft or Delta graphite chassis, Losi aluminum 4-slot wheels or a new RPS body would be the only things that could break the bank for me now...
Posted: Mon Jul 16, 2007 12:14 pm
by mrlexan
You're not asking for easy things are you? Can't say I have ever seen a CC chassis. I seen one Delta chassis, I have it, but it is for the Delta aluminum rear end, which won't work with the stock rear suspension, it is too short. I am sure that Delta made a OE replacement chassis, but never have seen one.
As I stated, I love that body. I am not much of an oval guy, but it sure is cool.
Posted: Mon Jul 16, 2007 12:32 pm
by Eau Rouge
mrlexan wrote:You're not asking for easy things are you? Can't say I have ever seen a CC chassis. I seen one Delta chassis, I have it, but it is for the Delta aluminum rear end, which won't work with the stock rear suspension, it is too short. I am sure that Delta made a OE replacement chassis, but never have seen one.
As I stated, I love that body. I am not much of an oval guy, but it sure is cool.
What fun would
easy be?
I've only seen one slotted CC graphite chassis in the 10+ years I have kept my eye on these cars, but it was haggard and beaten to death. The odds on finding anything remotely similar are slim to none—but you never know. I didn't think I'd find this car, either, so never say never.
Knowing that the Mercedes was a very short production body, and his first, the fact that this was painted by Andy for a team driver, then never used is HUGE for me. The body alone is historic.
DEFINITELY have to dig through my art archives at home now, and find my EPS versions of some of these logos that I have. I'm sure I could something really usable for all of us for decal production.
Posted: Mon Jul 16, 2007 12:34 pm
by Dr. Robotnik
I'd loooooooooooooovvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvveeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee some decals please! Put me down for at least one set
Posted: Mon Jul 16, 2007 12:36 pm
by mrlexan
I always wondered if Losi made a different chassis. I only say that as I found a Losi/RPS header carded saddle pack battery strap made of FRP G8. It kinda looks like a Y. I just assume that if they made a strap, that they made a saddle pack chassis too. But it could be for another manufacturer.
Posted: Mon Jul 16, 2007 12:37 pm
by Dr. Robotnik
Shodog has the optional slotted graphite RPS chassis on his Yokomo if that's what you are referring to?
By the way I'd love a hop-up chassis. Or to make my own.
Posted: Mon Jul 16, 2007 12:40 pm
by mrlexan
Yep, that is the one Ed. The strap I have is for that chassis. So, can anyone confirm who made that chassis?
http://www.tamiyaclub.com/pictureframe.asp?t=n&id=img34_28092004015611_5.jpg
I remember asking him to make me a template of that chassis. Jim? Any chance I can ressurect that request? I would love to make a couple copies.
Posted: Mon Jul 16, 2007 12:45 pm
by Dr. Robotnik
Hi again, that is an option from RPS back in the day, I will scan my Yokomo info tomorrow and post it in the scans section???
Is that the right place for it? No one replied to my post about needing a non-rc10 vintage scans section. Mods?
Posted: Mon Jul 16, 2007 1:36 pm
by RichieRich
I remember seeing these cars run over at the Ranch Pit Stop (RPS) raceway. They were so ugly, I just had to have one.
Problem was, they cost a mint back in those days and I didn't have a penny to my name. I remember a yellow one in the case that I think was painted by Andy and had a few cut-outs for cooling. Really nice find with the complete car and very rare body!
Posted: Mon Jul 16, 2007 2:26 pm
by shodog
I would have to take it apart to make a good template. It would probably be easier to just send you the chassis to cut a copy from.
Posted: Mon Jul 16, 2007 2:33 pm
by mrlexan
Whatever is more convenient for you and you are comfortable with.
Posted: Mon Jul 16, 2007 3:54 pm
by Eau Rouge
BTW, I found original Losi part numbers for official "Racing Accessories"...
TL7090 Graphite Chassis Pan "SE"
TL7091 Battery hold down kit for TL7090
TL7092 Battery hold down only
Posted: Mon Aug 06, 2007 11:27 am
by Eau Rouge
Any of you guys in on
this one?
, if anyone's interested.