Exit13 673 Posted January 27, 2021 More like has it been over for the sonic fighter? Apparently this is the way I put it down 30 years ago. I knew I broke the chassis I guess I threw it out. Where the body is? I have no idea. This is all that’s left except for a few smalls like body mounts and dog bones maybe I have some front and a arms I’d really have to match it up with the book because I have parts from frogs to Audi Quattros to numerous grasshopper parts lunch box you name it we probably had 15 cars at one point. I searchedHigh and low for similar models that share this chassis only to come up with a striker which seems to be just as obscure as the sonic fighter so I ask is it lights out for this model? Or maybe I can pass these parts on to someone who has a sonic fighter that needs stock. Maybe they’ll re re the sonic fighter and I’ll be able to put this thing back to its former glory? let the pictures and the description. what are you guys think? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Snakehands 124 Posted January 27, 2021 Treat it as a long-term project. Strip it right down and clean everything. Print out the manual and do an inventory of parts. Then just look at eBay for parts from time to time. You'll feel better about it when it's all tidy in a box and it will feel like the journey has started. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tamiyabigstuff 832 Posted January 27, 2021 There is a Sonic Fighter restoration project on ebay at the moment which is more complete than what you have - might be worth a look. Nice examples seem to fetch good money these days - it wasn't that long ago when you couldn't give them away. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
taffer 948 Posted January 27, 2021 I think the last time I sold a brand new chassis a few years ago it went for £65 approx. Unless it holds strong memories I'd probably sell the parts and wait for a rere if it ever happens. With today's prices if a chassis reappears at some point it would be upwards of £100 now I'd guess, not worth it really. In the end I also sold my two restored sonic fighters, it was a tough decision Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mud4fun 1696 Posted January 27, 2021 If that was mine I'd get a carbon chassis plate made up and bolt the front and rear parts you have to that, slap a repro bodyshell on it, fit a hot brushed motor and a LiPo and have a fun speedy basher buggy. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Exit13 673 Posted February 6, 2021 I can’t give up on the sonic. It may not be the best car but it was mine. The vintage Tamiya’s collection from my youth bring me so much joy and this one is going to be one day among those ranks. So as soon as I started looking check out what I won on eBay for $38.00USD (plus shipping $9.00)!!!! And it’s new old stock!!!!! I also picked up these because I needed one of the axles. Now I have some spares for the falcon too 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Exit13 673 Posted February 6, 2021 this is as far as I can get until some Parts trees arrive. the frog shocks are way too tall for the front of this 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Exit13 673 Posted February 6, 2021 i knew that shocks we going to be a problem. Both front were broken and I could tell because the little yellow broken parts were still attached to the arms. Worse is I only have one (half). So on the hunt for front shocks. Any ideas folks. Maybe I can bit after market shocks. But not sure what size. I’m guess around 7 cm? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KEV THE REV 2319 Posted February 6, 2021 This is taking shape nicely . Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Exit13 673 Posted February 7, 2021 1 hour ago, KEV THE REV said: This is taking shape nicely . Thanks. I’m amazed at how well it went together and even more Amazed that I was able to find and win the auction! What are the chances that it would be on eBay in the next state over!!?! Now all I need it a sonic body. Something tells me the body is going to take some time...I’d also be open for a striker body if anyone has one? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KEV THE REV 2319 Posted February 7, 2021 Put up an ad. in the wanteds for a body shell Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Exit13 673 Posted February 11, 2021 Vintage trees have arrived and supplied me with much needed parts. wow. That felt good 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KEV THE REV 2319 Posted February 11, 2021 Nice . I've been on the look out for a shell for you , but so far no luck Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Exit13 673 Posted February 13, 2021 On 2/11/2021 at 11:15 AM, KEV THE REV said: Nice . I've been on the look out for a shell for you , but so far no luck I’ve got something body-wise in the works that might just work more trees have arrived aside from shocks (and body) this thing might just run again first run in 30 plus years!!!!. Who knew this thing would ever run again after the first post. 8 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dadio 126 Posted February 19, 2021 Team CRP do a metal brace to go on the front of these to strengthen the chassis , glad you got her back on the road ! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
El Gecko 1344 Posted February 19, 2021 This is great to see!! Like you said, especially considering what you started with It's got a new lease on life! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Exit13 673 Posted February 19, 2021 31 minutes ago, El Gecko said: This is great to see!! Like you said, especially considering what you started with It's got a new lease on life! Right! I can't believe there are still parts out there for this somewhat obscure model. Wait until you see the body(ies) I have coming. No expense was spared! Not worth is was mentioned up above and that couldn't be closer to the truth, especially for a car that can only be lightly run due to the already fragile/factory flaw'ed chassis. But sometimes you have to do what you have to do to be happy. Now to pick a color - box art or something different? 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
El Gecko 1344 Posted February 19, 2021 8 minutes ago, Exit13 said: Right! I can't believe there are still parts out there for this somewhat obscure model. Wait until you see the body(ies) I have coming. No expense was spared! Not worth is was mentioned up above and that couldn't be closer to the truth, especially for a car that can only be lightly run due to the already fragile/factory flaw'ed chassis. But sometimes you have to do what you have to do to be happy. Now to pick a color - box art or something different? Could do an FX10 livery since the tub is white, but you'd have to repaint the wing which looks to be in good shape. Here are some more color and body ideas for you (I don't even own one but I could look at these pics all day long... maybe that means I SHOULD own one??): 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Exit13 673 Posted February 19, 2021 2 hours ago, El Gecko said: Could do an FX10 livery since the tub is white, but you'd have to repaint the wing which looks to be in good shape. Here are some more color and body ideas for you (I don't even own one but I could look at these pics all day long... maybe that means I SHOULD own one??): Oh yeah. I know that thread. I’ll be posting up in there for sure once all my bodies come. I have a futaba body on the way as well as a few others. No expense was spared to bring this car back to life. Well maybe the worn out tires but since those are original they will stay for now. Plus I’ll be running it lightly. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Exit13 673 Posted February 19, 2021 12 hours ago, Dadio said: Team CRP do a metal brace to go on the front of these to strengthen the chassis , glad you got her back on the road ! I have that coming too!! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Exit13 673 Posted February 20, 2021 Sonic got its front shocks all sorted. Shout out to Kev!! now we wait for the first body. I wonder which one will hit first? 2 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KEV THE REV 2319 Posted February 20, 2021 Looking good there Joe Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Exit13 673 Posted February 21, 2021 On 2/19/2021 at 3:37 AM, Dadio said: Team CRP do a metal brace to go on the front of these to strengthen the chassis , glad you got her back on the road ! This!! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Exit13 673 Posted February 22, 2021 it’s all good. Now I just wait for a body and ponder colors. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites