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Forum: Vintage RC 11-10-2015
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Posted By colreid
I was just guessing that the front gearbox...

I was just guessing that the front gearbox housing was a teamline part, mainly due to the colour. I did a quick look on the internet, to see what other teamline parts were made, but didn't find...
Forum: Vintage RC 11-10-2015
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Sticky: Lazer zxr
Views: 689,205
Posted By colreid
Thanks for that, clears things up a little. ...

Thanks for that, clears things up a little.

I thought the front gearbox may have been a teamline part, as the colour is almost identical to the castor blocks.

The intention at the moment is to...
Forum: Vintage RC 10-10-2015
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Sticky: Lazer zxr
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Posted By colreid
Help me id these Lazers

Hi there, I'm hoping that you people with more lazer knowledge than me could help me id these buggies. I'm pretty sure the first one with the white HPI wheels is a ZXR, as that's mine from years...
Forum: Vintage RC 27-08-2015
Replies: 48
Views: 5,620
Posted By colreid
Thanks for that. I think that is one of the...

Thanks for that.

I think that is one of the problems for me at the moment, I'm only really relying on Ebay for parts. I'm sure there are many other options out there?

Colin
Forum: Vintage RC 27-08-2015
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Posted By colreid
I'm sure the guys at MB models probably thought I...

I'm sure the guys at MB models probably thought I was barking mad, placing an order for all these Kyosho screws and nuts:woot:.

I think there was about 10 - 15 packs in total!

Colin
Forum: Vintage RC 26-08-2015
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Posted By colreid
I think I agree, I'm pleased with the end result...

I think I agree, I'm pleased with the end result and I won't be running this one:). I do have plenty of parts for another build. If I could find another set of genuine Kyosho Optima chassis rails, I...
Forum: Vintage RC 18-08-2015
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Posted By colreid
That looks great, definitely need to get the body...

That looks great, definitely need to get the body sorted out for mine now.
Forum: Vintage RC 18-08-2015
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Posted By colreid
I seem to be the same, I'm currently trying to...

I seem to be the same, I'm currently trying to get all the cars I had or wanted as a kid growing up. Looking back I wish I'd never got rid of them - just got to find them all again now.

The Turbo...
Forum: Vintage RC 17-08-2015
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Views: 5,620
Posted By colreid
Thanks for letting me know, that's two people...

Thanks for letting me know, that's two people that have said the same thing. Really glad I didn't fit them now.:)

I've got three lemans motors for the car, a 360ST, 360PT and a 240ST, in the end I...
Forum: Vintage RC 17-08-2015
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Posted By colreid
Will have a look at the Kamtec shells, I didn't...

Will have a look at the Kamtec shells, I didn't know they produced one for the Turbo Optima.

I've not raced for around 4 years now, but a vintage race does appeal.

I think I'd be concerned...
Forum: Vintage RC 17-08-2015
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Posted By colreid
That makes me feel as though I made the right...

That makes me feel as though I made the right decision then. This one came with the belt conversion so I was quite lucky there. Not sure I'd give it a run though, there's certain parts I would be...
Forum: Vintage RC 17-08-2015
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Views: 5,620
Posted By colreid
I know what you mean about the look of the second...

I know what you mean about the look of the second picture, I nearly stopped at that stage; but decided to carry on.

If I start another, possibly a std Optima or Optima Pro; I'll keep any metal...
Forum: Vintage RC 17-08-2015
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Posted By colreid
I know what you mean about the bumpers, it took a...

I know what you mean about the bumpers, it took a long time to find one. It's not in great condition but does the job. When the new bumpers were coming up for sale, they were going for more than I...
Forum: Vintage RC 16-08-2015
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Posted By colreid
Finished chassis. The only new parts are the...

Finished chassis. The only new parts are the belt, bearings, and new rear arms. I've upgraded the drive shafts to universals.

Everything else was from the original car.

Just need to find a new...
Forum: Vintage RC 16-08-2015
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Posted By colreid
Once the metal work was completed, i could move...

Once the metal work was completed, i could move onto the actual rebuild.

Colin
Forum: Vintage RC 16-08-2015
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Posted By colreid
Well I'm surprised it's been over 2 years since I...

Well I'm surprised it's been over 2 years since I last posted on this thread. I've finally managed to spend some time on the Optima, and actually get the chassis completed:thumbsup:.

Started off...
Forum: Vintage RC 19-06-2013
Replies: 48
Views: 5,620
Posted By colreid
Hi Terry, Had a check on the motor, and I think...

Hi Terry,
Had a check on the motor, and I think it's a speedworks monster mash?? - the only visible words are works, and mash. So don't think I can be wrong there :thumbsup:

Do you know anything...
Forum: Vintage RC 19-06-2013
Replies: 48
Views: 5,620
Posted By colreid
Hi Optiman,Thanks for the reply, and the links as...

Hi Optiman,Thanks for the reply, and the links as well. You're right that is a lot to part with for a small piece of lexan!

I'm hoping to have the missing stabilizer link in the spare lazer parts...
Forum: Vintage RC 19-06-2013
Replies: 48
Views: 5,620
Posted By colreid
Hi Keith, you're right; it is all pretty straight...

Hi Keith, you're right; it is all pretty straight (rails and plates etc). I have found some bent drive shafts, but hopefully I can find replacements for those. The only thing that is missing is the...
Forum: Vintage RC 19-06-2013
Replies: 48
Views: 5,620
Posted By colreid
Thanks for that, I was trying to figure out what...

Thanks for that, I was trying to figure out what motor was in the car; but half of the label has perished.

Out of interest what will the coca cola do for the screws, turnbuckles and driveshafts -...
Forum: Vintage RC 18-06-2013
Replies: 48
Views: 5,620
Posted By colreid
Started the stripdown tonight, so thought I'd...

Started the stripdown tonight, so thought I'd post some pictures of the Optima along the way. It does seem in pretty good (if dirty) condition; fully ballraced throughout, and the gearboxes and belt...
Forum: Vintage RC 12-06-2013
Replies: 48
Views: 5,620
Posted By colreid
Hi Terry,I've managed to get hold of a manual...

Hi Terry,I've managed to get hold of a manual thanks, that was the main reason behind the post to be honest, so I made sure I was looking for the right parts.

Are you aware of any newer parts...
Forum: Vintage RC 11-06-2013
Replies: 48
Views: 5,620
Posted By colreid
Been doubting myself all afternoon now with that...

Been doubting myself all afternoon now with that motor. Anyway, after a bit of delving around I managed to find it stashed safely away with my old ZX-R. :thumbsup:

Here's a couple of pictures,...
Forum: Vintage RC 11-06-2013
Replies: 48
Views: 5,620
Posted By colreid
Hi Joel, Thanks for the scans, you're right...

Hi Joel,

Thanks for the scans, you're right they do give some inspiration for the re-build. I had a feeling that the belt drive was an option, so I seem to have fallen lucky there.

When you...
Forum: Vintage RC 11-06-2013
Replies: 48
Views: 5,620
Posted By colreid
Hi Keith, Thanks for the reply. It has come with...

Hi Keith, Thanks for the reply. It has come with an aftermarket motor, not sure about which one as the label is badly damaged. I'll try and get a better look for you during the tear down. It has also...
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