Frankster 2033 Posted May 23, 2022 16 hours ago, Juhunio said: Now going to spend an hour or so on some final sanding and trimming the shell and then it will be time to paint! Love the body. Send progress photo 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ziddan 947 Posted May 23, 2022 Modifying some files for a project Is a 380 with 10t pinion (leftover grasshopper motor) driving a 52t spur going to 17t driving a 52t to output (no diff) to 50-60ish mm diameter wheels reasonable? Im still very new to this and think it seems similar enough to regular grasshopper gearing. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Juhunio 6830 Posted May 23, 2022 4 hours ago, Ferruz said: This is how the car looks at this stage: since last time, I added panel lines, rear tow ring, wipers and cut the body posts. The missing Michelin decals along with others for the interior are on their way and should be here soon, and the driver cockpit is now almost done... exept for the roll bar. I probably won't resist and install it before it's done 😄 Kudos man, this is stunning 🤩 It’s a timeless livery, and you’ve nailed it 👏 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Badcrumble 4204 Posted May 23, 2022 That looks like it could be at the top of the hill at the Goodwood Festival of Speed @Ferruz. Looks lovely. Great that you aren't afraid to run it too. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GeeWings 2830 Posted May 23, 2022 @Ferruz 100% agree with the other comments. The Integrale looks perfect, lovely work! Loving the Big Boss too, looks like lots of fun! 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GeeWings 2830 Posted May 23, 2022 @Nicadraus The Jimny looks so good and I think your move to 105mm works great. Lovely. Now, for the sake of my wallet, I need to pretend I never saw it 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tobyone 557 Posted May 23, 2022 Nearly finished, just the shut lines to do and sort out the magnetic body posts. 8 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nicadraus 6199 Posted May 23, 2022 1 hour ago, GeeWings said: @Nicadraus The Jimny looks so good and I think your move to 105mm works great. Lovely. Now, for the sake of my wallet, I need to pretend I never saw it Thanks man! I think you need to sacrifice what's in that wallet to satisfy that urge. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Frankster 2033 Posted May 23, 2022 9 hours ago, Ferruz said: Later on this afternoon I installed the windshield wipers, along with some home made sprinklers on the Delta shell. This is how the car looks at this stage: since last time, I added panel lines, rear tow ring, wipers and cut the body posts. The missing Michelin decals along with others for the interior are on their way and should be here soon, and the driver cockpit is now almost done... exept for the roll bar. I probably won't resist and install it before it's done 😄 Awesome decal work 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nikko85 3454 Posted May 23, 2022 Work continues on the GF01 Clod tribute. The idea was to make a smaller Clod using the GF01 platform. I've noticed it looks a little odd without any shocks between the body and the wheels. This is because the GF01 has low down shocks attached to the lower arms. My question is, would I be able to add shocks to the upper arms instead? I might be able to add near the upright/C hubs? I would need to find new mounting locations on the chassis, bit the GF01 has lots of weird bits sticking out. But I'm not sure of the geometry - is upper arm mounted shocks a thing? I've got very little experience with most RC cars, so have no idea on many basics! 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Willy iine 18806 Posted May 23, 2022 Assembled the HiCaps for SuperAstute #2. 6 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
toyolien 4681 Posted May 23, 2022 Today I've given in and ordered one of these: 14 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Willy iine 18806 Posted May 23, 2022 @toyolien Shall I get one too? 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
toyolien 4681 Posted May 23, 2022 27 minutes ago, Willy iine said: @toyolien Shall I get one too? Up to you. Mine will get raced in a local vintage class 👍 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cephas 530 Posted May 23, 2022 Finished my Monster Beetle body today, never to be run ever! 😀, I have a Brat body for that. 6 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nikko85 3454 Posted May 23, 2022 I added a motorized dump bed to the heavy dump. Still need a few small part to finish this off, but very almost done. Oh, and painting the grill and exhaust. Should probably add some wheels, but what do I know... Edit: oh and I sent @J@mes his portal axles! 5 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tumbi 476 Posted May 23, 2022 5 hours ago, Willy iine said: @toyolien Shall I get one too? Sure! @Willy iineGive Kyosho another try… still waiting for mine 🤓 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ziddan 947 Posted May 23, 2022 Doing a test print to check relative gear and motor positions, the parts will be assembled using m3s and spacers (like the lone one of the left). If it works ill design an actual (gear) box to protect the parts and add mount points for attaching to a chassi. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Willy iine 18806 Posted May 24, 2022 Got a bit worried, but DHL finally came and delivered my SuperAstute They usually come in the morning, but came late afternoon. The top one is the new one. I shall start the build tomorrow! Still missing are the black DT02 wheels, so I think I’m going to start with the driver and body.. 6 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Willy iine 18806 Posted May 24, 2022 This is what I need to do every week before dry mopping my floor in the RC shop.. as I am completely out of display space.. these cars are parked on the floor during the week.. 5 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tumbi 476 Posted May 24, 2022 5 hours ago, Willy iine said: This is what I need to do every week before dry mopping my floor in the RC shop.. as I am completely out of display space.. these cars are parked on the floor during the week.. Just let me know if you need help… I could take care of those beuaties 🤩 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Re-Bugged 10150 Posted May 24, 2022 First up today a bit of bling for the Mad Van, larger red body clips instead of the original tiny chrome one's to make life a bit easier removing the body. Just a side note, I do like the elongated hole Kyosho put in the posts. Once the battery was charged it was off to the Beach to give it a good work out and some @Ferruz inspired photography 😉 The weather wasn't looking good early on and I drove through some torrential rain, but fortunately it cleared up for fantastic time. (More photos in the RC Gallery!! sorry just can't help it once I start 🤣) 10 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Willy iine 18806 Posted May 24, 2022 Awesome, @Re-Bugged!! 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GeeWings 2830 Posted May 24, 2022 Today I've been drooling over @Re-Bugged's Mad Van. Looks so much fun on the sand! Great photos too. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Re-Bugged 10150 Posted May 24, 2022 It certainly is a heap of fun @GeeWings 😁 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites