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Hey Guys, first post, wanted to share my project...
My Evader I got back when they came out when I was just a kid. I got re-interested in R/C's so I figured it would be fun to spruce up the old girl. Doing this has brought back some memories so I think it's been worth it. Pics on the way!

To start, here it is after sitting for maybe 10-15 years:


Under the hood, note the Tamiya 540 motor from my Falcon as the Photon failed:


Chassis was the old version, had some stress cracks starting in the vulnerable area where it meets the rear assembly, so I got a new one!


Swapping over components to new chassis:



Swap over completed, new reedy motor and wheels and tires installed:


New updated slipper clutch and spur gear installed along with new cover:


Now I'm rebuilding the shocks:



Still need to get some "Deans" connectors and maybe a new body!
Stay tuned.

Love those Proline Hoosiers.

Never thought I would see the day someone actually restored a Duratrax (LOSI) vehicle.

Got the shocks rebuilt.. new o-seals, shafts etc.
Time to install and go for a test run!

Did a test run today and it runs great!
Basher67 - I really liked the look of the hoosiers, not many choices in the old 2.2 truck segment that aren't racing type tires, but this style of tire is what I was looking for. They seem to work really nice on pavement and grassy type stuff...

Here it is as it sits, got the "deans" connectors installed! Time to run it!
Still thinking about a new xxt body and trying my hand at painting.

I know absolutely nothing about this brand but this looks like a very nice truck.
And you've cleaned it up very well.
Good job!!

Thanks XLR8...
Just put on my new thrasher bumper from T-Bone Racing! Should be better to bash with.