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djm914-6
post Sep 15 2005, 03:38 PM
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Did eveyone get their bodies that they paid for?

I know I have 5 here that need paint and one was just returned to me due to an incorrect address or zip or something.

Once I have everything sorted out, I'll see what I have left over to paint and use for myself.

Anyone paint one yet? Jello?
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post Oct 11 2005, 10:14 AM
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here's the first shell I finished. The wing window decal is a tad too small. For future bodies, I may to this area in paint too.

I painted the bumpers Chrome instead of using the decals and I attempted to redefine the bumper area for a more scale look.


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post Oct 11 2005, 10:15 AM
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post Oct 11 2005, 10:16 AM
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Here's a pre paint shot showing my cut lines for the mask:


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post Oct 11 2005, 10:16 AM
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post Oct 13 2005, 10:12 AM
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The build for Gwen's car has begun The bodies are trimmed and masked but I'm holding off painting until I can mark the mounting holes. Last night, I was able to complete the transmision and part of the rear suspension.


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post Oct 13 2005, 10:19 AM
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This kit includes some softer (sticky) tires for the rear. A test drive will determine if I'm right or not, but I see this chassis doing a lot of pushing. I replaced the stock bushings in the transmission and drive shafts with ball bearings. This should make the car marginally quicker and allow some longer run times.

I also played around with the kits wheels and tires. I like the look of these with the 914, but a set of minilites would probably look more accurate.



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post Oct 13 2005, 10:24 AM
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another, better lit pic...


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post Oct 13 2005, 10:24 AM
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back...

yes, I did tint the windows a bit on this one.


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post Oct 13 2005, 10:42 AM
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That looks really nice Dave! (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/drooley.gif)

What Tamiya chassis are you using? I've got a 1/10 S-10 truck chassis that I completely rebuilt, then robbed the speed controller from.

I wonder if it might work with different wheels. (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/idea.gif)
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post Oct 13 2005, 10:50 AM
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You need one of the M chassis kits for this body to fit. Others are too long and wide. This kit (as you can see in a corner of one of te pics) is an Alfa. While it won't fit if built according to the directions (too short), the kit includes the adapter piece to convert the chassis from and M-04M to and M-04L (long) chassis.

I'll keep posting as the kits is built to show those that haven't built one before that it's not too hard. This kit may take me a little longet than it would otherwise because my 8 year old has descided to be my helper. He built his monster truck mostly by himself in two evenings. This one may take three as the Differential didn't come assembled like his did.
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post Oct 13 2005, 10:56 AM
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Has it started to rust yet?

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post Oct 13 2005, 11:00 AM
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No, it's like your car; all plastic! (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/laugh.gif)
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post Oct 13 2005, 11:01 AM
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QUOTE (URY914 @ Oct 13 2005, 08:56 AM)
Has it started to rust yet?

Paul

better check the longs..or better yet since it's battery powered check the battery tray (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/laugh.gif)
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post Oct 13 2005, 11:03 AM
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I want one or more. We talked a while back. It looks great!!
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post Oct 13 2005, 11:05 AM
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David,

It looks great, but you need to build some jackstands for it.

Doesn't Tamiya make a garage accessory kit that has a floor jack and jackstands?
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post Oct 13 2005, 11:13 AM
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Nice (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/smile.gif)

Do you do any painting on the exterior of the shell? I know the main painting is done on the inside but do you detail the car on the exterior?

Any clear coating needed after it is painted?
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post Oct 13 2005, 11:13 AM
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those are pretty cool. Did someone here press them out or are they available elsewhere? I have a little hpi roadcar, 4 wheel drive, disc brake. will have to check the specs on it... would be cool to have a mini 914. I have about 8 clear bodies still in bags for the car.... maybe I can just compare body measurements. Anyone have the specs on the bodies?
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post Oct 13 2005, 11:14 AM
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QUOTE (djm914-6 @ Oct 13 2005, 08:19 AM)
but I see this chassis doing a lot of pushing

Some springs will help that. Maybe go a little stiffer in the rear.

Tires are always the LAST thing I tune with. Its usually something to the tune of "slap on some one run tires, I gotta get out to my heat"
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post Oct 13 2005, 02:59 PM
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Matt,
I bet that's what Tamiya did with this kit. The rear springs are quite a bit stiffer than the fronts. I didn't see any swaybars either. Gteener can mod it up when I get finished. I'm adding an ESC, but leaving the stock motor and stock 17T pinion gear. A mild motor upgrade and a 19 or 21 tooth pinion would be fun I'm sure.

Kerry,
This is all painted on the inside. In one of the pics I posted above, you can see the entire body is "painted" with a liquid mask. I draw trim lines on the outside to use as a guide to cut the mask. I remove the pieces as I need too spraying darkest to lightest colors. I sprayed my chrome, then black, then white. After the paint is dry, I remove the outer protective film and add the decals.

Only paint designed for lexan should be used if it's to be used as an RC. Most other paints will flake off with even just a little handling.
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