Vrooom666 31 Posted June 12, 2014 brilliant build. I like those. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JennyMo 3642 Posted June 12, 2014 This just gets better and better! - love the new 'fat tyre' look for the front wheels and the bonnet vent is perfect... It looks fantastic - no wonder you felt the need to stick your Willy in it ;o) Jx Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mr crispy 2297 Posted June 12, 2014 Jenny! Cheeky minx So anyway... actually Jenny I kinda used an idea you suggested about the padding on the rollcage. I've used some 6mm styrene tubing which I cut to length and slit open to allow me to wrap it around the cage bars. It holds itself on quite tight and only shows a 1-2mm gap where I slit it. I've also bolted on a plasticard roof panel and glued some tabs inside the bonnet to secure it near the roll bars. Here's the pics. I had thought the Brat tyres would look too fat atvthd front but the more I see it the happier I am with them. I have already noticed these rears don't have the same amount of grip as the old Hornet tyres which is probably a good thing and will hopefully make it less likely to try to swap ends on loose surfaces. Not too much more to do now. I want to fab a spare wheel mount on the rear cage, a fan shroud on the engine and I was wondering about some small panels on the rear end to get a bit of colour back there. I'm thinking to keep the cage bars black but possibly paint the pads yellow. The body will be painted white with yellow detail panels. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SteveU30 1011 Posted June 12, 2014 Looks amazing Nic! Can't wait to see this in paint now. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bromvw 744 Posted June 12, 2014 Nice work Nick . How about just adding panels to the rear side ' triangles ' as per a Rough Rider ? IMO the front tires look too wide - maybe get SRB Bloke to narrow them for you ? I'am just being super critical though . This does look fantastic . Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mr crispy 2297 Posted June 17, 2014 I was thinking both those Bromvw, but the fat front tyres have grown on me I've mocked up a set of rear panels out of cardboard to see how they look. But first I've been fiddling with my rear end again! Made a fan shroud for the Duratrax engine from plasticard. And a spare wheel holder from brass strip and an old steering servo horn. It's not as robust as I would've liked so I'll keep an eye on it. Here's the first try at the rear panels. I might make them a little smaller when I transfer them to plasticard as they hide the engine a bit more than I wanted. Quite happy with the balance though, it'll need some colour at the rear. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
XV Pilot 1937 Posted June 17, 2014 Again my complements on a really great build. It is looking better than ever! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Biz73 603 Posted June 17, 2014 I don't know if this is available in the UK, but I'm using plastic mesh from the craft/fabric store. It was only 57 cents per 26.7cm x 34.3cm sheet. There were lots of colors available. I'm using some for the roof on my FAV build. I've been thinking about using it on some of the triangles as well. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BadWagon 147 Posted June 17, 2014 I'm DIGGING this build! You've got my wheels turning. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mr crispy 2297 Posted June 19, 2014 Hmmm I bought some plastic mesh like that a few years ago, I'll have to dig it out and see how it looks. Good find Biz73. Today I've done the last few modelling mods. First I put together a new WW driver and cut a section out of his back so he sits a little further back. Filed and it's ready for fitting. I also added a side peice to enclose the cockpit area a bit more. And cut the rear panels from plasticard. This side needed a small notch for the antenna mount. Other than cutting the steering wheel that's about it! Next job is to strip it down for painting 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mr crispy 2297 Posted June 24, 2014 More tinkering today. On the last few runs I found the car would cut out every now and then for no apparent reason and then be fine once I picked it up. Traced the fault to the pressure the battery plug and wiring was put under crammed into the small space so I reluctantly have relocated the ESC. It's now under the driver at the rear of the chassis so I've cut a hole in the cockpit deck and given Willy a bit more of a trim. It's visible when he's fitted but it's not too bad and I can improve the look but a little more plasticard work and how I paint the driver. I've also taken inspiration for the GH's fixing for the driver and now hold him in place with a self taper through the roof panel into his head. Drive it around the garden and it's not cutting out anymore Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mr crispy 2297 Posted June 24, 2014 I also got around to trying out the 380 motor in it and I'm quite surprised at how fast it goes. ESC is much cooler now but the 380 was very hot after 5 mins! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bromvw 744 Posted June 24, 2014 Drop a sport tuned in it mate . Then it will really be a ' Wild Ride ' lol Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Biz73 603 Posted June 24, 2014 Mr Crispy, this is turning out great. Now that you have the bigger tires all around, the spare is like those mini ones that come in compact cars today I just finished a FAV build, and would like to use the rx tube mount that you used here. What type of car did this come from? And if you know which parts sprue, I would be grateful for the help. Thanks Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mr crispy 2297 Posted June 25, 2014 Space saver, it's lighter so helps it go faster It was all pre-planned of course The antenna tube holder maybe available in other kits but I think mine was from a TL01 or TL01B. It's on the B parts sprue. Follow the link below. http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/111126907388 You can see it in the bottom left corner, between the servo spring and servo horn. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mr crispy 2297 Posted June 25, 2014 Took the FAH to my usual testing area at the local rec ground and it's loose gravel handling is much better with the Brat tyres and 380 motor. I'll keep the silvercan 540 for those total loonasy moments as it's only takes a few mins to swap them. Hope to start painting this weekend. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mr crispy 2297 Posted June 25, 2014 You can actually keep it in a straight line now on the loose stuff... but where's the fun in that? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mr crispy 2297 Posted July 27, 2018 Thought I’d update this old thread as the Fast Attack Hopper is finally finished. Traded it with my brother in law and he gave it a rather nifty P51 Mustang paint job!  I’d like to point out the drivers face was painted by yours truely 😉 10 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tizer 607 Posted July 29, 2018 That looks brilliant! Makes me want to build another Hornet Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
racer1 117 Posted July 30, 2018 This is truly a great build. I have dozens of hopper/hornet chassis's laying around and this looks like the prefect way to bring life back to a forgotten car. I believe I have every part you used in laying around. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Busdriver 6662 Posted May 29, 2019 A slightly ratty 70's paint job would be fab Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Busdriver 6662 Posted May 29, 2019 Apologies this was whilst I was halfway through the thread. P51 is one of my favourite aircraft so anything that looks like one is fine by me!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mr crispy 2297 Posted May 30, 2019 He’s done the old girl proud... just a shame he’s too scared to run it 😉 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
