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soundman98 · 08-09-2020, 04:57 PM

i know the slang for these are deuce and a half, so i assume he's got a 2-ton variant for funzies.

humfrz · 08-09-2020, 05:03 PM

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Originally Posted by soundman98

i know the slang for these are deuce and a half, so i assume he's got a 2-ton variant for funzies.

Well, if that were the case, why would he want to cover it? Those things could sit out in the elements for 100 years before they would rust -

ls1ac · 08-09-2020, 06:12 PM

2X17=34 still could be cheaper.

Kiske · 08-09-2020, 07:43 PM

@Tcoat

Bought my first model kit in a few years. Not that I need anymore, have a basement already full of unbuilt kits.

It is actually a Tamiya TT02 based RC car that I plan to dress up as a static model because I'm a bit tired of tiny 1/48 and 1/24 cars that cost too much. Looking forward to the lexan experience.

Ultramaroon · 08-09-2020, 09:20 PM

I'm running through a tank of 10% toluene with 92 octane. If I got my numbers right, it's supposed to be a little over 94 octane, which is allegedly the sweet spot for the factory tune. The difference is noticeable enough that I'm bummed about going back to 92.

humfrz · 08-09-2020, 09:39 PM

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Originally Posted by Ultramaroon

I'm running through a tank of 10% toluene with 92 octane. If I got my numbers right, it's supposed to be a little over 94 octane which is allegedly the sweet spot for the factory tune. The difference is noticeable enough that I'm bummed about going back to 92.

So, how much do have to pay for a gallon of toluene?

Spuds · 08-09-2020, 09:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Ultramaroon

I'm running through a tank of 10% toluene with 92 octane. If I got my numbers right, it's supposed to be a little over 94 octane which is allegedly the sweet spot for the factory tune. The difference is noticeable enough that I'm bummed about going back to 92.

Why do you all not get 93 again?

Ultramaroon · 08-09-2020, 09:53 PM

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Originally Posted by Spuds

Why do you all not get 93 again?

Oh, hell, I don't remember. Quit bragging.

Ultramaroon · 08-09-2020, 10:25 PM

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Originally Posted by humfrz

So, how much do have to pay for a gallon of toluene?

Brings to mind a back-in-the-day story when I bought this can of toluene. It sat on my shelf for a few years until a couple weeks ago when I finally remembered to add only enough to fill it to nine gallons...

It was way more trouble/expense than it's worth. That's the main reason against making it a regular thing.

humfrz · 08-09-2020, 10:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Ultramaroon

Brings to mind a back-in-the-day story when I bought this can of toluene. It sat on my shelf for a few years until a couple weeks ago when I finally remembered to add only enough to fill it to nine gallons...

It was way more trouble/expense than it's worth. That's the main reason against making it a regular thing.

Oh, OK -

OLD toluene - no wonder your car ran better - that's shits EXPLOSIVE!

Ultramaroon · 08-09-2020, 10:46 PM

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Originally Posted by humfrz

Oh, OK -

OLD toluene - no wonder your car ran better - that's shits EXPLOSIVE!

Isn't it your nap time?

NoHaveMSG · 08-10-2020, 12:16 AM

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Originally Posted by Ultramaroon

I'm running through a tank of 10% toluene with 92 octane. If I got my numbers right, it's supposed to be a little over 94 octane, which is allegedly the sweet spot for the factory tune. The difference is noticeable enough that I'm bummed about going back to 92.

I've used acetone in a pinch before. I don't remember the mixing ratio though, was a long time ago.

humfrz · 08-10-2020, 03:48 AM

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Originally Posted by Ultramaroon

Isn't it your nap time?

It's PAST my nap time - can't you tell?

Tcoat · 08-10-2020, 07:36 AM

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Originally Posted by Ultramaroon

I'm running through a tank of 10% toluene with 92 octane. If I got my numbers right, it's supposed to be a little over 94 octane, which is allegedly the sweet spot for the factory tune. The difference is noticeable enough that I'm bummed about going back to 92.

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Originally Posted by Spuds

Why do you all not get 93 again?

I have to drive an extra 3 blocks to get 94. It is a rough life.

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