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Old 20-08-2007
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Default Got my 501x

I got my 501x and was wonering where to get parts for the car and who has the best prices. Just to make shure that I am not getting remeaded at my local hobby shop. I paid 449.00 for the car. I thought that was good price. I begun the building any good tips?
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I thought that was good price. I begun the building any good tips?
Yes, use threadlock!
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Or, if threadlock is going to be too strong, use hair spray or hair gel. Works a treat!
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Or, if threadlock is going to be too strong, use hair spray or hair gel. Works a treat!
wow thats a new tip i have never heard of chris , i must try it
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Old 21-08-2007
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When building : replace the kit diff balls, ball cups and bull studs. This should make the car reliable. All the rest is personal preference.
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