markbt73 5316 Posted March 26, 2013 I was going through some boxes of stuff I haven't looked in since we moved last year, and i came across the sad remains of a Frog that I bought for parts to restore a Blackfoot. I ended up not using much of it, because I found another 'Foot for parts, so it just sort of sat there disassembled in a box, missing a few pieces. I started looking at it, and thought, I wonder if there's enough there to actually build a Frog? The answer: Yes. More or less. Crunchy diff gears, Blackfoot rear arm carriers and skidplate, hacked-off stump of a CRP front bumper, but it's a Frog. Ta-da. I wonder how it runs... 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
OldSchoolRunner 116 Posted March 27, 2013 Only one way to see. Throw some electrics in it and take it for a spin. at least with the re-re stuff there is a ton of cheap parts if you need any. Keep us posted with your build! OSR Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BadWagon 146 Posted March 27, 2013 It looks like its ready to me. Just make it go and run it! Woot!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MAD RACER 566 Posted March 27, 2013 You Bet. New diff gears are easy. If it's a runner add the re re axle set, Wheels & tires, Body set, Bumper and you are ready to go with a original Frog. Frog's are awesome to drive with a softer rear end set up. Cheers Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
berman 5315 Posted March 27, 2013 Awesome! I was recently searching through my ORV spares with the same thought, unfortunately I only came up with about 60% of a frog, and got a little extra help from a Chilean TCer, but will probably have to buy the rest Looks fantastic! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
markbt73 5316 Posted March 27, 2013 Thanks guys. This is going to stay a zero-dollar project for now. I have an Optima on the way, and I have a feeling it's going to be a money pit. Later, this will probably get the full treatment, but not yet. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Percymon 2184 Posted March 27, 2013 Thanks guys. This is going to stay a zero-dollar project for now. I have an Optima on the way, and I have a feeling it's going to be a money pit. Later, this will probably get the full treatment, but not yet. Optima $$$$$ Frog - beg steal and borrow what you can form TC members - parts are so cheap and plentiful a lot of folks will give up the odd spare or two. I just looked at mine and I've not got a lot left (having built a Brat/Frog runner from what i had) but if there's specific things you need then put a list up and we'll see what people will donate. I'm happy to send a few bits n bobs m even paying the postage to the USA - i've had parts from other TC members so only fair to spread the love 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
markbt73 5316 Posted March 27, 2013 Oh no, please don't send me any parts. That's how this Kyosho Pegasus happened: "Oh, you're restoring an Icarus? I have some parts; I'll send them to you." Very slippery slope... I still have two broken Pegasus/Icarus tubs and empty gearbox casings... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BadWagon 146 Posted March 28, 2013 Any parts, for any car can be sent to me. Lol. I like boxes of random parts. How's the frog coming? 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
markbt73 5316 Posted March 29, 2013 Picked up a little something for this build tonight. Stay tuned... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BadWagon 146 Posted March 29, 2013 I'm tuned... Post it up! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
OldSchoolRunner 116 Posted March 29, 2013 For sure! Post it up! I love budget builds! OSR Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
markbt73 5316 Posted March 29, 2013 I still have to work out some details like body mounts and how to hide the wheelbase discrapancy, but... Frog gasser, anyone? 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BadWagon 146 Posted March 29, 2013 Oh I love a gasser!! Make it hapin' captain! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
OldSchoolRunner 116 Posted March 30, 2013 I like gassers too! If you are going to tackle this project you need to get that front end up in the air! Is that actually a Willys body? If you are really going to build one you should start another thread! I will follow it! OSR 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
spencertrax 23 Posted March 30, 2013 yeah, as you can see by my avaitar I like gassers as well 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
markbt73 5316 Posted March 30, 2013 Yes, it's a Parma Willys body. This car originally had a trashed Parma '33 Ford body on it when I got it; I think it just wants to be a hot rod. I'm not going to go too crazy with it, I just want it to have the right "feel". I want it to look like the kinds of things we built back in the late '80s, when you bought a body in the style you liked and did whatever you had to do to make it fit. Sort of a period piece. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
OldSchoolRunner 116 Posted March 30, 2013 I have a couple falcons that I am thinking that I might give the gasser treatment to also. I think that what your doing might be pretty cool! OSR Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
OldSchoolRunner 116 Posted March 30, 2013 yeah, as you can see by my avaitar I like gassers as well I was wondering when you have time if you would take pics and tell us about this build! OSR Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
spencertrax 23 Posted March 31, 2013 I was wondering when you have time if you would take pics and tell us about this build! OSR Sure, I did post some info a few months ago I'll try to find the thread, if not I'll toss on some pictures. Jay Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BadWagon 146 Posted March 31, 2013 I like gassers too! If you are going to tackle this project you need to get that front end up in the air! Is that actually a Willys body? If you are really going to build one you should start another thread! I will follow it! OSR yeah, as you can see by my avaitar I like gassers as well Wait a minute. Are those gassers your cars??? You guys own them? If ya do, I sure hope you take them to the track mad run 'em down the 1/4 mile. What do they run? What motor and mods are done to them? More pics, info, etc!!!! Might need a thread on these so this one doesn't get mucked up with gasser goodness. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
OldSchoolRunner 116 Posted March 31, 2013 Wait a minute. Are those gassers your cars??? You guys own them? If ya do, I sure hope you take them to the track mad run 'em down the 1/4 mile. What do they run? What motor and mods are done to them? More pics, info, etc!!!! Might need a thread on these so this one doesn't get mucked up with gasser goodness. I have owned this car for 10 years. It definately didn't look like this when it started but it is a documented drag car from TN. I will post up some info but I have no idea where I should throw it? OSR Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BadWagon 146 Posted March 31, 2013 Start a thread... Maybe a drag racers or gassers thread? God such a sweet ride... You lucky devil. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
markbt73 5316 Posted April 2, 2013 Ahem... Sorry to disappoint, but I've tried every which way I can think of and there is just no way to hide that nearly 1 inch difference in wheelbase. I forgot that Frogs were so short. So I'm afraid the Willys body will have to go on something else, and the Frog will have to stay "au naturel" for now, at least until another idea strikes. Fear not, Willys fans... it will re-appear, Maybe high, maybe low, maybe a gasser, maybe a dirt-track car... but it will be back. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
