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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.

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.

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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 .

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

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

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

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