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Kiske · 09-25-2021, 04:01 PM

The thickness of the stakes in that diffuser throw off the scale? Is it a durability concern?

Kaotic Lazagna · 09-25-2021, 05:27 PM

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Originally Posted by Kiske

The thickness of the stakes in that diffuser throw off the scale? Is it a durability concern?

Quite possibly. If I do hit a wall, it is usually the rear. I believe it's actual function is ballast bearing. I know just the additional weight by itself has made the car feel more controllable for me. I might experiment with finding various things I can tape down on it. haha.

soundman98 · 09-25-2021, 07:25 PM

could file down the sides at an angle so the edges finished surface appears thinner

Kaotic Lazagna · 09-25-2021, 08:04 PM

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Originally Posted by soundman98

could file down the sides at an angle so the edges finished surface appears thinner

Considering I smacked a bucket and box hard enough to dislodge the magnetic system forward, I think I'll sacrifice the realism.

Kaotic Lazagna · 10-01-2021, 09:37 PM

Update for those that care about the RC cars. LOL. I moved the motor from the bottom mount, to the top mount. Did a very quick test run, and it's much more controllable. I guess I'm one of those that prefer higher center of gravity for drifting.

Kaotic Lazagna · 10-10-2021, 06:55 PM

Had some time to try to polish the EVO6 today. Not sure why, but this one had more orange peel than the rest. Maybe I should have started wet sanding with 2000 grit instead of 2500. Oh well, it's decent enough. I'll get around to waxing it and finish building it....eventually. lol

Kaotic Lazagna · 10-18-2021, 09:18 PM

Lowered the EVO6. BUT, looks like I can't use the wheels I got for it (Work CR2P). Offset is too aggressive. I know it's sacrilegious, but looks like I'll have to use the Nismo wheels from the R32 kit. I actually like the white, so maybe I'll just throw on some clear over it.

Kaotic Lazagna · 10-18-2021, 09:19 PM

I also gotta figure out why there is so much toe out in the rear.

Kaotic Lazagna · 10-18-2021, 09:45 PM

Might be able to get these 18" AVS Model 5 wheels to work as well. Their offset will be in between the Nismo and the Works. Since I'll be placing the EVO with the Chaser and Crown (lumping the sedans together in the display case), the AVS wheels might make it look more in place. Yes, yes, I know, the EVO isn't a VIP build/car.

What do you guys think?

soundman98 · 10-18-2021, 10:47 PM

Split spokes have always looked good to me

beltax90 · 10-29-2021, 03:20 AM

beltax90 · 11-02-2021, 02:24 PM

x808drifter · 11-03-2021, 01:20 AM

That E-Brake is bugging the hell outta me.

Kaotic Lazagna · 11-07-2021, 11:58 AM

For those that liked to order their Tamiya products from Hobby Search (Japan), they pulled all Tamiya products out and will no longer sell Tamiya.

09-25-2021, 04:01 PM	#1079
Kiske Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Drives: RX-7 / BRZ Location: USA Posts: 2,343 Thanks: 1,026 Thanked 2,501 Times in 1,081 Posts Mentioned: 27 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	The thickness of the stakes in that diffuser throw off the scale? Is it a durability concern? __________________ //2013 World Rally Blue BRZ Limited FBM Turbo--gone //2018 Crystal White Pearl BRZ Ts 2.2l Harrop Supercharged

09-25-2021, 07:25 PM	#1081
soundman98 ProCrastinationConsultant Join Date: Sep 2013 Drives: '14 Ranger, '18 Tacoma 4Dr LB Location: chicago-ish Posts: 11,330 Thanks: 35,240 Thanked 13,673 Times in 6,781 Posts Mentioned: 98 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	could file down the sides at an angle so the edges finished surface appears thinner __________________ "The time you enjoy wasting is not wasted time"

10-01-2021, 09:37 PM	#1083
Kaotic Lazagna Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Drives: GR Corolla Location: Lathrop, CA Posts: 4,926 Thanks: 3,087 Thanked 3,017 Times in 1,859 Posts Mentioned: 40 Post(s) Tagged: 2 Thread(s)	Update for those that care about the RC cars. LOL. I moved the motor from the bottom mount, to the top mount. Did a very quick test run, and it's much more controllable. I guess I'm one of those that prefer higher center of gravity for drifting. Attached Images

10-10-2021, 06:55 PM	#1084
Kaotic Lazagna Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Drives: GR Corolla Location: Lathrop, CA Posts: 4,926 Thanks: 3,087 Thanked 3,017 Times in 1,859 Posts Mentioned: 40 Post(s) Tagged: 2 Thread(s)	Had some time to try to polish the EVO6 today. Not sure why, but this one had more orange peel than the rest. Maybe I should have started wet sanding with 2000 grit instead of 2500. Oh well, it's decent enough. I'll get around to waxing it and finish building it....eventually. lol Attached Images

10-18-2021, 09:18 PM	#1085
Kaotic Lazagna Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Drives: GR Corolla Location: Lathrop, CA Posts: 4,926 Thanks: 3,087 Thanked 3,017 Times in 1,859 Posts Mentioned: 40 Post(s) Tagged: 2 Thread(s)	Lowered the EVO6. BUT, looks like I can't use the wheels I got for it (Work CR2P). Offset is too aggressive. I know it's sacrilegious, but looks like I'll have to use the Nismo wheels from the R32 kit. I actually like the white, so maybe I'll just throw on some clear over it. Attached Images

10-18-2021, 09:19 PM	#1086
Kaotic Lazagna Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Drives: GR Corolla Location: Lathrop, CA Posts: 4,926 Thanks: 3,087 Thanked 3,017 Times in 1,859 Posts Mentioned: 40 Post(s) Tagged: 2 Thread(s)	I also gotta figure out why there is so much toe out in the rear.

10-18-2021, 09:45 PM	#1087
Kaotic Lazagna Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Drives: GR Corolla Location: Lathrop, CA Posts: 4,926 Thanks: 3,087 Thanked 3,017 Times in 1,859 Posts Mentioned: 40 Post(s) Tagged: 2 Thread(s)	Might be able to get these 18" AVS Model 5 wheels to work as well. Their offset will be in between the Nismo and the Works. Since I'll be placing the EVO with the Chaser and Crown (lumping the sedans together in the display case), the AVS wheels might make it look more in place. Yes, yes, I know, the EVO isn't a VIP build/car. What do you guys think? Attached Images

10-18-2021, 10:47 PM	#1088
soundman98 ProCrastinationConsultant Join Date: Sep 2013 Drives: '14 Ranger, '18 Tacoma 4Dr LB Location: chicago-ish Posts: 11,330 Thanks: 35,240 Thanked 13,673 Times in 6,781 Posts Mentioned: 98 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Split spokes have always looked good to me __________________ "The time you enjoy wasting is not wasted time"

10-29-2021, 03:20 AM	#1089
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11-02-2021, 02:24 PM	#1090
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11-03-2021, 01:20 AM	#1091
x808drifter LMGTFY Join Date: Mar 2016 Drives: 13 FRS, 91 Miata Location: Lava Town, HI Posts: 2,776 Thanks: 5,561 Thanked 3,646 Times in 1,625 Posts Mentioned: 15 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	That E-Brake is bugging the hell outta me.

11-07-2021, 11:58 AM	#1092
Kaotic Lazagna Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Drives: GR Corolla Location: Lathrop, CA Posts: 4,926 Thanks: 3,087 Thanked 3,017 Times in 1,859 Posts Mentioned: 40 Post(s) Tagged: 2 Thread(s)	For those that liked to order their Tamiya products from Hobby Search (Japan), they pulled all Tamiya products out and will no longer sell Tamiya.

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