Got Me a Hilux !!

[besty22]

Well last week I bought a Bruiser and the guy had a Hilux for sale but I didnt have that sort of cash on me so I had to pass it up. As I drove the hour or so home I thought "Maybe I can sell a few RC cars to buy that Hilux"
With a lot of luck and some cheap prices I raised the money and now have three three speeds
The guy has owned it from new and it was only run on carpet. He was a spray painter by trade and the paint work is near perfect.

It came with the 4000mah 6v battery too, Do you think I could try to charge it up or just keep it as a prop? I was a bit worried about trying to charge it. Dont want to start a fire or anything.

As a bonus he threw in some Blazer wheels and tryes along with an 84 guide book. (Guide book is in German lol)

Let me know what you reckon.

[Bormac]

Oh soo nice. I am looking forward to seeing this one in person when I get down there for a visit soon.

Great score on a truly classic bit of history.

[shodog]

Wow, yet another really clean truck. You're lucky to find these in such great shape. My moutaineer I restored from a turd and my hilux wasn't much nicer either

[besty22]

Wow , that "turd" looks amazing now lol
You did an amazing job of the resto and the article too. !

[Krawlerkonceptz]

Nice score! Maybe some day i'll have one.....someday.

[besty22]

Hey thanks mate. It's a beauty. I am going to try and get out for a gentle run and get some pics.
I was wondering if anyone knows how to try to charge up the old battery, just for the cool factor of running it all original.

[Krawlerkonceptz]

Any of the new chargers should be able to charge that OG pack. or maybe find a charger form the same timeline....

[besty22]

Yeah that's what I reckon, I am just going to try and charge it at 0.1a to start

[Krawlerkonceptz]

Sounds like a good start. at least it's not a lipo....... and you can check the voltage with ease. Post up some video when you get it running .

[dj_kilroy]

That's a fantastic score. I always wanted one and was fascinated by the gearbox.

Can't wait to see some video of it running.

I think the old batt will be fine if its an old nicad.

Cheers

David

[cooltoys]

Great score on the hilux.. especially in that condition...

[besty22]

Cheers mate. Looks better in person , I love it! Haha

[Puffdogg]

Probably one of Tamiya's best cars and this is a perfect example.