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Is it a reversing y cable or do you need one? Edit: something like this? reverser cable I get confused with these set-ups myself! I ended up with a six-channel tx that could manage it at tx level.

Yup, just like that @Man1c M0nk3y

I'm also indebted to a TC member who posted a link to these body hole markers. I've scrolled back but haven't found the post! They came with a body reamer I didn't need but I also picked up an RX for my recently purchased M07 (or whichever car I get running next).

Today I received a very well packed Toyota Yaris body from @toyolien. Thank you so much! I've had an idea to get this one painted up by Father's Day - revisting a fun morning I had with my Dad and my son a few years ago. Let's see if I manage it!

I think you've had my share. I like the shell but the chassis has never appealed!

Today I asked someone about tyres. That's it. Maybe get back to some proper RC one day.

I'll start clearing a space in the garage Only kidding....honest. I already have an XV-01T that is built and never been run....

Nice score. I've always had a hankering for that body - have the MF-01X already (Escort) but as yet unbuilt.

There are more 'scale' trucks out there than Tamiya but most of them are quite / very expensive. Things like Cross RC Greens models Or even Traxxas Traxxas 5x6 Merc Slightly cheaper are the Chinese versions Ebay Austar Tyres could be key - a scale model doesn't look right wearing the wrong boots. A look at the Scalebuildersguild forum should also provide some inspiration - some fantastic scratch builds over there.

Love it Skills I wish I had.

From this... To this.. To this... Once the storage unit is empty the big sort out and clear out will begin.

Good luck with the move! Looking forward to seeing their new home.

I have 3d printed M04 body posts for this very reason.

Nice. We were going to have a building to replace our garage but we couldn't decide / agree on it's purpose so opted for a verandah and 'workshop' (insulated shed). It gets installed on Tuesday so my RCs will have a new home and I'll continue to WFH at the dining table. I think you should have your shelfers on display behind you - the Frog on my desk at work has prompted some fun conversations. You can always blur your background if you prefer! Enjoy the process - lots of fun

Your point about managing the point of failure echoes other threads about aftermarket hop ups and using alu arms - tubs / chassis are typically more difficult / expensive to replace vs arms. Enjoying your progress!

I use MIP speed tips in a micro stubby ratchet handle. The handle was cheapish but great to have a ratchet function, the tips more expensive but the quality is definitely higher than my Tamiyas (though the T ones are a bit old now).

Twin Detonator Tamiya USA Twin Detonator Manual WT-01 Tamiya USA WT01 Manual Both use 50736 sprue for hubs - as does the TL01 Tamiya USA TL-01 Manual Both use 5688 for arms Here's the WR02G if you need it Tamiya USA WR-02G

My second recent purchase from a TC member. This time, the most excellent @Grumpy pants I have always wanted an M07 and this shell is a very similar colour to the Bluebird my Dad had when I was a kid (he bought it off his Dad!). Need to find a photo...

Our very own Yogi

Thank you @jonboy1 As my M03 / M04 Minotaur Mini Monster didn't quite work out so I needed to repurpose the chassis. I had a vague plan that would see me push the modelling aspect of a build far further than I have tried before. Though not quite to the level of some of the recent builds on here! This kind gentleman has *ahem* enabled me to start the project with a spacer to extend my chassis to a 239mm wheelbase. I have some parts on order from Shapeways too. This is a long term project and I'll only share the results if I feel they stand scrutiny

I needed some side cutters.

I'm not a buggy guy (so I tell myself) but I wish I'd bought a 2020 re-re of the Terra Scorcher - a nice sorted buggy with a box art scheme I actually like. If I had, I probably wouldn't have got on the pre-release hype train for the TD4. Which I still haven't built. I also wish I'd bought a CC-01 Lowrider Pajero. I do like that bodyshell. A couple of seconds hand deals I missed out on - a CC-01 Touareg - a nicely hopped up CR-01 on TC - I was away for the weekend and missed emails to my work phone from the seller. He thought I was ignoring him so sold it to someone else . I did regret missing that one.

Great to see a build from you, and an entertaining one at that! Many happy (early) returns - for your birthday and TC!

I'm still looking at the witchery of that ESC mounting.... ....but I have to agree it looks great. I feel M-envy.

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