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Placed my first order with MCI July 15 for a 2wd Slash project. The main decal had a rice size space that was completely devoid of paint. Emailed (no response), called (no answer) and even tried chat on his web site (only to be directed to call), all to no avail. Only after I filed a Paypal claim did he respond... super lame in my opinion. Shipping was a bit expensive too. Paid $5 (within Canada) for shipping to see it arrive in a regular folder with 2 stamps on it (approx $2). And when it did arrive the decal sheet was creased due to it being stuffed into my mailbox. I've shipped rare, original decals (BMX) all over the world and never sent out a package w/o a caution on how not to handle (e.g., Do Not Bend). Finally, late last week I received my replacement decal, 6 plus weeks after the initial order. Needless to say, won't be doing business with Nathaniel again for my upcoming Winter project.

I used the belt.

So have you made a decision on either the Javelin or an Optima? If not....Just Do it!

Thank you! The chainlinks are super sticky on asphalt. I'll be trying them out next on some hard packed dirt and I'll report back then

I like it. The white lettering on the wheels was a good choice. Maybe an AC/DC logo somewhere

I'd give it a whirl on short grass for at least a full battery pack

Couldn't tell you what to do with them, but from the little that I do know about Tamiya, the Porsche 959 kit could possibly be one of the most desirable kits ever in the RC world. Good score! Where in Canada? I'm in Calgary

I thought I'd share one of the jewels I built a few years back. Hope you enjoy.

Thank you both for your responses.

Today I received a WW2 kit where the owner started building it but did not get very far (only gearbox was built...sort of). Anyway, the decals and the manual suggests that it was printed in 1999, and inside the manual it shows the installation of a modern style speed controller. However, the kit I received includes a new mechanical speed controller. I'm confused. The MCS has paperwork that states it is for the WR-02 chassis. Would the MCS have been acquired by the owner separately, and not originally included in the kit?

Was lucky enough to win this auction a couple of weeks back. Just delivered The previous owner started it, but barely. Apparently it's all here.

this thread needs more BMX

I get it I just started to disassembled my MB the other evening and everything seems to be in decent shape. I too will be upgrading the electronics, and stripping and re-painting the body. Mine too is a long term project. Be sure to post some pictures of your MB.

In case anyone is curious, it is a brushed setup. Kyosho 550 Class G-Series 14T motor Hobby Wing Quickrun 1060 ESC powered by 2S lipo AKA Chainlink tires (saving the Super Sand tires from the asphalt back alley) Built her up in 2017 then I was in a car accident (real car ;-).... project sat finished but with no electronics until now. Need to get myself another 4WD!

2016 Re-re. What a blast!!

I've never seen any Revell branded paints in Canada, but I think I have enough info to find a suitable product - so thanks for that. Stopped at one of my local hobby shops over the weekend and they immediately suggested brake cleaner.....

Curious as to what challenges you are running into? I am planning on starting the exact same project (vintage MB).

This beauty came installed on a vintage Monster Beetle I recently picked up locally. Though it is missing the can decal, some cursory research (aka. google) suggests that it could be a Le Mans 480 Gold can (#1897). Does anyone have any other information that could help corroborate or refute the possibility that is is a 480 Gold?

I too think it's worth saving the Beetle body. Mark, what specifically did you use to strip the body of the midnight pumpkin? I am looking at the paint stripper offered by Tamiya (#87183). I've found a source here in Canada at a decent price, so that may be the way to go.

Thanks for corroborating what I thought I read, possibly heard elsewhere about the rear glass, the other details I was not aware of :-) What to do with the body has been weighing on me. The colour does not appeal to me, but I'm not certain that removing the paint won't damage the plastic. The decals on the other hand should not be a problem.

Thanks for the reply. It will be a Winter project, but I'll take the next few months before Winter to consider how to tackle it.

Thank you for sharing your knowledge on this - I truly appreciate it.

Hi all...newbie here from Canada. Only recently jumped back into the hobby and I'm still trying to learn as much as I can, especially on how to distinguish certain models from others, as it seems many models share similar chassis, with only slight differences. Anyway, picked this Monster Beetle up yesterday and plan to do a full restoration with updated electronics, ect. I am looking for confirmation that the chassis is a Monster Beetle one. I ask because the package also came with additional tires/wheels, and was told that the two yellow wheels were original to this Beetle and also the Blackfoot. is this the case? Looking forward to seeking advice on this and other projects as they move along, and maybe someday offering advice to others ;-)