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j0pp3 wrote:Mini update!
I've been cleaning/rebuilding two gear differentials, a layshaft with parts and a counter gear. Found a N.I.B LWB belt (OTW-7) in my Optima pile. It seems that I've already started to upgrade this model (ball bearings). Just can't use bushings (mentally) so I save them for a future "stock option"
The waiting is over sheriffsheriff wrote:Yes, you can't do rebuild like that using the original bushes, even if it's sitting on the shelf.
Well done getting hold of new black shocks. I know they're not as sought after as golds, but very rare NIP.
Looking forward to more shiny pictures later j0pp3 (no pressure
Nick
Good luck rebuilding! One of my donor cars were from NYtozrovr wrote:j0pp3 wrote:Mini update!
I've been cleaning/rebuilding two gear differentials, a layshaft with parts and a counter gear. Found a N.I.B LWB belt (OTW-7) in my Optima pile. It seems that I've already started to upgrade this model (ball bearings). Just can't use bushings (mentally) so I save them for a future "stock option"
Great pic! I'm restoring my brother-in-law's Turbo Optma Gold and been looking for a new rear diff...too bad you're not closer with that collection!
Thanks!sheriff wrote:Coming along very nicely, keep the updates coming, looking forward to seeing end result
Sitting in my corner looking on dusty RC stuff. Your work made me start cleaning and trust me i got a lot to clean ugh,
I'll be glad if I really make you start on that cleaning project because that means I will see more cool pictures from you soonBo Wallen wrote:Ill take it anytime You don't even need to beg me
Yepp, really close now! This LWB is heavy machinery. Looks like a big toad in comparison to the slim SWB's.uniquenamehere wrote:Wow, getting close eh?
This was my favorite Optima as a kid... the LWB just looked a tiny bit better. Or maybe it was the wheels that did it. Either way, nice progress here!
You won't have to wait so log for the wheels but the body and decals are not ordered yet. I think you can handle itsheriff wrote:Looking great that, can't wait to see it with shell and wheels on! Top work Sir.
j0pp3 wrote:I'll be glad if I really make you start on that cleaning project because that means I will see more cool pictures from you soonBo Wallen wrote:Ill take it anytime You don't even need to beg me
Yes Sir Your amazing work of art Inspire me badly.....I might post a pic. or two today
my picture suck....
Yepp, really close now! This LWB is heavy machinery. Looks like a big toad in comparison to the slim SWB's.uniquenamehere wrote:Wow, getting close eh?
This was my favorite Optima as a kid... the LWB just looked a tiny bit better. Or maybe it was the wheels that did it. Either way, nice progress here!
You won't have to wait so log for the wheels but the body and decals are not ordered yet. I think you can handle itsheriff wrote:Looking great that, can't wait to see it with shell and wheels on! Top work Sir.
I'm counting on you. Your projects looks great even underneath the dust.Bo Wallen wrote:Yes Sir Your amazing work of art Inspire me badly.....I might post a pic. or two todayj0pp3 wrote: I'll be glad if I really make you start on that cleaning project because that means I will see more cool pictures from you soon
my picture suck....
j0pp3 wrote:I'm counting on you. Your projects looks great even underneath the dust.Bo Wallen wrote:Yes Sir Your amazing work of art Inspire me badly.....I might post a pic. or two todayj0pp3 wrote: I'll be glad if I really make you start on that cleaning project because that means I will see more cool pictures from you soon
my picture suck....
Here are a few pics for today!
Outer gearbox.
Last parts in place for the battery holders.
Wheel hexes fitted.
Top deck.
Wheels and tires! Front shot.
Rear shot.
Front pose.
Rear pose.
Side shot.
Upside down shot.
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