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pb4ugo · 12.10.2009, 09:41 PM

Ya, I've been running it off and on. Actually have it apart in "project mode" right now.

I broke the Twisted Toys towers and wasn't able to find replacements, so I went back to stock with Flux shocks. I didn't like the FLM bulks either, so went back to stock on those too.

I polished up the plates and have it all glossy looking. Contemplating cutting another set 1/2" longer to match the wheelbase of the XL. Also going to switch to a 1521 I have.

As soon as I have a little more free time I'm planning on raiding the local skate park and videotaping it

And yours......?

12.10.2009, 10:02 PM

...lol...good question :)

Essentially mine is done...Losi 8ight front shocks on all corners...nice and low...about 4.6 kg RTR...must update the eye candy :)

Still loving your straight chassis though...if you DO update and the 'old' one needs a home drop me a note with a quote ;)

_paralyzed_ · 12.11.2009, 08:11 AM

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Originally Posted by pb4ugo

I didn't like the FLM bulks either, so went back to stock on those too.

may I ask why?

pb4ugo · 12.11.2009, 10:42 AM

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Originally Posted by _paralyzed_

may I ask why?

Didn't like the weight mostly...
The lack of easy access.....
Fit and finish seemed slightly subpar....

pb4ugo · 03.02.2010, 08:33 PM

Made a few changes:

Went back to the CF TVPs and hand-made (in other words, not super pretty) a new center brace/motor plate combo to use the Flux mount with my 1521. The Flux mount's thickness reduces my gearing choices slightly. I wanted to use the Tekno mount (even had the holes for it in the old plate) but never got a replacement for the ill-sized one I received.

Also changed to an RC8 center diff:

Finally got a body painted and mounted. It's a Crowd Pleazer for a LST. It's funny, after 24 years in RC, I still can't paint for the life of me

and the mandatory "my daughter's excited about daddy's toy" shot:

The 1521 is definitely better suited for this than the Hacker XL. It's a heavy truck with all that battery. Can't fault the Hacker, though. It did very well and hopefully will be put to use in a custom truggy I'm planning on.

riverat1540 · 03.03.2010, 12:24 AM

what tires are those? do they balloon much?

pb4ugo · 03.03.2010, 01:44 AM

Those are Panther slicks and no, they don't balloon much at all compared to most other tires. Last I looked I wasn't able to find a set so I consider myself lucky to have these.

pb4ugo · 03.05.2010, 12:00 PM

Found a good use for our trash cans today and had my daughter film the resulting jump. She's not too experienced with the camera, so sorry for the poor shooting

I'm still hoping to make a real video as soon as my wife and I both have a little time to make it to the skate park.
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Bondonutz · 03.05.2010, 04:06 PM

Thats something I wouldn't do is jump on the concret, a little unforgiving. Set the ramp up so that the truck will land in the yard at least ?

Video was short and sweet, nice air !

squeeforever · 03.05.2010, 04:28 PM

Metallica is the shiz.

Favorite band by far...

riverat1540 · 04:33 PM

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Originally Posted by pb4ugo

Those are Panther slicks and no, they don't balloon much at all compared to most other tires. Last I looked I wasn't able to find a set so I consider myself lucky to have these.

Very nice find, I like those!

and landing on the street like that is never good!