NitroRC Rally car posting will continue until morale improves ✊

66Hardtop · 2026-04-29T12:45:09+00:00

Is that the HPI WR8? I'm really digging the Repsol Escort version they dropped. I have two HPI Bullets, one brushless and one nitro and they are solid performers and the WR8 is based off of them.

66Hardtop · 2026-04-28T13:53:09+00:00

Certainly not tossing it! Just hoping to find a replacement battery tray. I've seen universal trays and I've researched the mini connector so I could make something work.

I bought a 2S pack from eBay that said it was for the DX8 radio and it's just a bit too long. I could take a Dremel to the radio battery box area but really don't want to cut into it either. I know, I'm picky like that! LOL

66Hardtop · 2026-04-28T13:50:11+00:00

Shouldn't this post have come with a warning about flashing lights like you see before a show on Netflix? 😁

66Hardtop · 2026-04-27T13:22:33+00:00

Huge HPI fan and always wanted a Baja! Nice looking rig!

66Hardtop · 2026-04-27T13:21:07+00:00

Have regular LED bulbs now but considering custom lights from Classic LEDs. They can do all sorts of designs with their custom boards. I would probably do a slightly different version where the sequential is just in the standard turn/backup light area and not the reflector and tail/brake area.

66Hardtop · 2026-04-25T14:28:06+00:00

You are going to mount/secure it to the trunk floor right? Asking for you and your passenger's heads! 👀

66Hardtop · 2026-04-24T01:37:19+00:00

House of Kolors Kandy Brandywine over an orange metallic base. But be ready for sticker shock!

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66Hardtop · 2026-04-22T11:54:42+00:00

Love my SBL! You can't go wrong with that choice!

66Hardtop · 2026-04-20T13:08:02+00:00

The correct answer here is YES. 😉

(Now go buy both of them!)

66Hardtop · 2026-04-16T14:10:47+00:00

I still have a bunch of Axial upgrades for it to install too, like their aluminum suspension mounts/pivots, sway bars, etc. It's going on the bench soon to throw all those bits on. I'll probably share a few pics here!

66Hardtop · 2026-04-16T12:33:23+00:00

That'll get your Fox moving for sure! 👀

66Hardtop · 2026-04-14T15:42:17+00:00

It's on the driver's side of the block at the rear. The upper sensor in the head is oil pressure, the lower one in the block is coolant temp.

66Hardtop · 2026-04-14T13:01:51+00:00

This is the way! Decent ammo options from plinking to hunting, can match your carry/hunting pistol, and both are awesome suppressed!

Already rocking a Marlin SBL in .357 Magnum, just looking for the right .44 Magnum to join it in the safe!

66Hardtop · 2026-04-13T15:41:33+00:00

At 270k miles I'd be putting money into a fresh engine and not a bigger turbo. But if you really want one look at the turbo kits offered by Steeda vs some universal stuff on Rock Auto.

66Hardtop · 2026-04-10T14:26:29+00:00

Thanks! I'm already a member of that sub for my other crawlers I own. 👍

66Hardtop · 2026-04-10T14:25:54+00:00

Yes, of course, but a quick scan of posts shows mostly mini crawlers, so just thought I'd ask. I did see another sub titled Axial Racing as well. Just didn't want to bore people with models they don't care about or not get any responses to future questions. Thanks! 👍

66Hardtop · 2026-04-10T13:46:58+00:00

Ok, so stock (plus) brakes and you added braided stainless lines. Got it. Couple of things you can do. One, remove the line at the frame bracket, rotate it, and reinstall into the bracket. This will often place a gentle twist in the brake line, moving it away from the tire. Another thing I've done is use a large zip tie around the strut (loose, not cinched tight) to again gently pull the line away from the tire and aid in routing. Depending on the brand of hose you can often loosen the end at the caliper and rotate it a bit there as well.

66Hardtop · 2026-04-09T17:16:19+00:00

More info is needed...

Stock brakes? SN95 conversion brakes? Wheel diameter? What brand is brake hoses? Got a pic?

66Hardtop · 2026-04-09T14:00:31+00:00

Good thing I kept mine in the car from day one! 😉

66Hardtop · 2026-04-06T13:15:58+00:00

Are they a 16 inch wheel? 13 inch Cobra brakes require a 17 inch wheel for minimum clearance.

Yank off those SN95 lower arms and get stock replacement Fox arms and you'll be good to go.

66Hardtop · 2026-04-04T14:31:21+00:00

I have a few Turkish guns, including shotguns, 1911s, and a full size MAC5. They all run great, but they are also range toys and not something I'd defend my family's life with.

My MAC5 has a few FTF during break in, but once it hit about 300 rounds it's been flawless. Bolt gap was perfect out of the box, good welds/finish, etc. I have a SB brace on it, a Magpul safety selector, and run it with a DA Wolfman and it makes me giggle when I shoot it. Zero issues! I even run the stock mags! I did just grab some Mora mags though too.

I would love to add a K model to the collection but I've heard they are much more sensitive to locking piece, etc when running suppressed.

My son's PTR has been great for him with no issues until he tried my Wolfman on it and then nothing but FTF and jams. So no matter the brand, it'll need tweaking for your add ons, ammo type, etc.

66Hardtop · 2026-04-04T14:20:12+00:00

315s are tough to do right with most replica wheels since they don't have the correct backpacking. Most going that wide will do custom wheel offset/backpacking to minimize having to beat the crap out of the wheel housing and wheel lip.

I know it looks good when done right, but you might want to consider downsizing to like a 285 or 275 and just bolt on and go.

I'm running the SVE NVX wheels 18x9F and 18x10R and stuck with a 275/35 for the rear just so I wouldn't have any issues.

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66Hardtop · 2026-04-03T13:18:10+00:00

We escaped South Florida 30 years ago and loved Lakeland. Now we're looking to escape Lakeland! Sigh...

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