Hi hibiki_45 and welcome to the forums.
Really enjoying your resto build so far. There's just something about gold anno and white nylon that brings back happy memories for me.
I also have the Factory Works steering upgrade on my runners and they're totally bullet proof. Although mine were made some 30 years ago, they have survived countless races from bitd and today's backyard bashing. Also, with the included shoulder nuts and pivot bearings, steering is more precise than with the sloppy stock setup.
Just get a set of bearings for the car and FW steering upgrade and you're good to go - it's money well spent.
XLR8 wrote: ↑Mon Nov 26, 2018 9:46 am
Hi hibiki_45 and welcome to the forums.
Really enjoying your resto build so far. There's just something about gold anno and white nylon that brings back happy memories for me.
I also have the Factory Works steering upgrade on my runners and they're totally bullet proof. Although mine were made some 30 years ago, they have survived countless races from bitd and today's backyard bashing. Also, with the included shoulder nuts and pivot bearings, steering is more precise than with the sloppy stock setup.
Just get a set of bearings for the car and FW steering upgrade and you're good to go - it's money well spent.
Thanks. That’s a good recommendation. This build is going pretty slow, it’s fun and a good stress reliever to work on after work. I’m currently waiting for bearings to come so I can rebuild the stealth drive. It takes forever as I am shipping it all to Dubai. It’s fun though and my kids are enjoying helping out. I think they’ll be amazed once I get it up and running. I want to at least get it finished by Christmas.
GoMachV wrote: ↑Sun Nov 25, 2018 9:27 am
Yes, if you are interested in an era correct upgrade just let me know. Otherwise sourcing parts from the rere rc10 classic shouldn’t be bad, but parts are drying up a bit
Yes, so what would an era correct upgrade look like?
The upgrade from Factory Works consist of a bellcrank set, crossmember (replaces the short turnbuckle), Some screws and washers, steering posts, and instructions. I have this steering kit on multiple RC10's myself.
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ok cool, so it is the #1180, on your website that I would want?
Yes, it’s the 1180- you can contact me here or via the website.
It's time to stand up to the bully. Support the companies that support the industry, not the ones that tear it down. Say no to Traxxas Factory Works website
Rear arms on now and shocks. I didn’t fully rebuild the shocks, just cleaned them up on the outside, drained them and refilled with fresh oil.
I think I should probably get new wheels and tyres if I’m going to run this thing. Any recs?
I have the motor it game with, an Old ESC and Futaba radio, servo and receiver. I was just missing crystals, they came in the post and I realised I bought AM ones by mistake. Should be FM.
NomadRacer wrote: ↑Mon Dec 10, 2018 12:15 pm
Looking great. What do you think of the RPM gear cover? I've always thought it was a little large compared to say, the World's re-release black cover.
hmm, now you say that. Maybe it is. I’m not knowledgeable on these things like you guys. I just picked this up from AMain website. I didn’t realize there was more than one kind! Maybe I’ll change it later but all these orders and the shipping to Dubai is racking up the costs. My wife is wondering when I’ll be finished with this.
I didn't realize you where in Dubai! There's slight differences between the black Associated cover and the RPM, not that much though... A little "sleeker".
Awesome forum you got going here, great cars everyone has and the tips are gold. Anyways here's my first attempt on a vintage RC10 build. I picked up a Team Car blue tub recently and am now looking to upgrade/fix it up to be a daily...
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Looks great man, love the blue chassis with black parts.
So I'm watching 300 because my wife made me watch The Blindside with her earlier(and I'm trying to shake off the emotions)and for some reason I begin to think of all the builds, conversions and accessories that have crossed my eyes over the years....
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Yea, I'd like to know how to get ahold of alot of those parts.
Just wait 'til he's not home and hope the judge honors your avatar... :lol:
G'day Guys,
I just found this website today & I just got my first RC10 yesterday! Fantastic timing! I've always wanted one but have only ever had a Tamiya.
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Yeah probably gonna have to order them from Tower..
OK, what to do with old associated setting around, waiting for primetime? Consolidate and conquer!
My aging 6 gear, heavily used RC-10. See if we can make a wicked 2WD machine...
We have the technology!!
the current shot, with a pic of what I...
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Thanks :). Yeah I was surprised how bumpy the smooth track was after looking at the on board.
One thing I picked up on too was WHEN I got on the throttle. I really think getting into a stealth for these race events would help me launch harder out...