RE: What about Wal-Mart?
I don't shop at China-Mart, but I don't support my 3 LHS either. They're all a ripoff. One is more of a craft store that has an area about the size of the counter at 7-11 dedicated to R/C and most of that space is nitro engines. One is 95% scale trains and they get annoyed when you inquire about anything in the R/C case. And the final one is in a shop that's only about 15x15 and if you're not into nitro you're dirt...their selection isn't hot either. That's why I love Tower and eBay.
Posted on: 6/25/2009 6:17 PM by Author "Blue04GT" in the forum "RC Monster Trucks"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8880845

RE: What was your first toy RC car?
My brother and I shared a Turbo Hopper, my Dad had a Super Turbo Hopper.
Posted on: 6/24/2009 9:13 PM by Author "Blue04GT" in the forum "RC Car General Discussions"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8878418

RE: What was your first real RC car?
I used my Dad's Midnight Pumpkin a lot, but the first one that was actually mine was an LXT. Got it when it first came out. I still have it, somewhere. Still have the Magnum Jr. Radio I used with it too.
Posted on: 6/24/2009 8:55 PM by Author "Blue04GT" in the forum "RC Car General Discussions"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8878381

RE: suggestions for entry lvl MT for 3 yr old..
Don't get me wrong, I loved my Midnight Pumpkin...it just seemed like I was busting contol arms a lot. No where near as often as my brother was breakng turnbukles on his King Cab, but often enough to be annoying. I want somthing he can run in the grass, so I think the Slayer is out, thouh it does look like fum. (maybe I'll get an RC10 for myself) I do like the idea of the sealed electronics and the ability to go throttle 50% on the xl-5 esc, so the Stampede is looking petty good right now.
Posted on: 6/23/2009 10:29 AM by Author "Blue04GT" in the forum "RC Monster Trucks"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8873857

suggestions for entry lvl MT for 3 yr old..
My first thought was a Midnight Pumpkin, since that was my first truck. But then I remembered how often that thing was broken down. Thoughts...
Posted on: 6/22/2009 4:52 PM by Author "Blue04GT" in the forum "RC Monster Trucks"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8872030

RE: Official HPI MT2 Thread
the stock electronics woud be gone 10 secs after it came out of the box anyway, so that's not a concern.I hate the fact that lmost everything comes RTR now. It's rididculous that you have to but the top of the line model to get to enjoy building an R/Cthese days. The least they coud do if they're going to force RTR's down our throats is give us an FM radio option.
Posted on: 6/21/2009 4:49 PM by Author "Blue04GT" in the forum "RC Nitro Stadium Trucks"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8869485

RE: Official HPI MT2 Thread
How viable of a racer is the MT2 G3.0? Going to be used mostly for bashing (that's why I want 4WD), but I don't want to get killed should I decide to go to the track.
Posted on: 6/21/2009 3:20 PM by Author "Blue04GT" in the forum "RC Nitro Stadium Trucks"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8869349

RE: Tamiya TB-02 Resource Thread
How interchangeable are the TB-03 and TB-02 parts? I saw a TB-03 carbon tub & a graphite chassis and was wondering if they're compatable with the TB-02. I would probably go cheap and just get the carbon tub.
Posted on: 6/18/2009 9:40 PM by Author "Blue04GT" in the forum "RC Electric On-Road vehicles, race cars and more"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8863459

RE: Tamiya TB-02 Resource Thread
Oh, and I have a spare TB-02 that my wife bashed around with for my son to kill.
Posted on: 6/17/2009 9:38 PM by Author "Blue04GT" in the forum "RC Electric On-Road vehicles, race cars and more"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8860677

RE: Tamiya TB-02 Resource Thread
Just going to bash around the street and parking lots for a bit until I get the feel for it again. I'll upgrade as things break...has a few aluminum parts as is ( steering arm, motor mount, drive shaft). If I do get back into racing I'll stick with stock class since I have a handful of Trinity Monster Stock motors that are still brand new. I need a new radio though. Was needy for cash a few years ago and sold my JR XS3 (for way less than I should have). Probably stick with a 2PL or 3PM.
Posted on: 6/17/2009 9:37 PM by Author "Blue04GT" in the forum "RC Electric On-Road vehicles, race cars and more"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8860632

RE: Tamiya TB-02 Resource Thread
My son is just about to turn 3, so I've decided to dust off an old friend and return to the world of RC...
Posted on: 6/17/2009 8:51 PM by Author "Blue04GT" in the forum "RC Electric On-Road vehicles, race cars and more"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8860526

RE: Need copy of instruction for Tamiya TT-01 Mercedes 190E EvoII
awesome...thanks!
Posted on: 5/23/2007 1:03 PM by Author "Blue04GT" in the forum "RC Electric Off-Road Trucks, Buggies, Truggies and more"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=5891703

Need copy of instruction for Tamiya TT-01 Mercedes 190E EvoII
Need to specifically see the portion related to painting the body and sticker application. Bought the body for this kit on eBay, but there were no instructions included. Please Help! Thanks guys.
Posted on: 5/22/2007 9:29 PM by Author "Blue04GT" in the forum "RC Electric Off-Road Trucks, Buggies, Truggies and more"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=5889145

RE: Should we split up this forum?
YES!
Posted on: 5/8/2007 10:50 PM by Author "Blue04GT" in the forum "RC Electric Off-Road Trucks, Buggies, Truggies and more"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=5830003

RE: Is this a real Tamiya model?
I've noticed that happens with a lot of "limited release" items. People foam at the mouth after they realise that they're gone. I don't know if someone importing a bunch of them to the UK means that it wasn't a Japan only release. They weren't really intended for the UK.
Posted on: 4/13/2007 9:09 PM by Author "Blue04GT" in the forum "RC Electric Off-Road Trucks, Buggies, Truggies and more"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=5711922

RE: Is this a real Tamiya model?
[quote]ORIGINAL: lee172 thought i'd not seen that before (Japan only release) would definately stand out in a crowd. [/quote] I agree...the red & black w/the white wheels looks bad ass.
Posted on: 4/12/2007 11:33 PM by Author "Blue04GT" in the forum "RC Electric Off-Road Trucks, Buggies, Truggies and more"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=5708002

RE: Is this a real Tamiya model?
Thanks, I appreciate the assistance.
Posted on: 4/10/2007 5:58 PM by Author "Blue04GT" in the forum "RC Electric Off-Road Trucks, Buggies, Truggies and more"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=5695175

RE: Is this a real Tamiya model?
Page won't load right for me, but I could see the product number and the price they had on it. So it looks like a good deal to me. Thanks.
Posted on: 4/9/2007 6:13 PM by Author "Blue04GT" in the forum "RC Electric Off-Road Trucks, Buggies, Truggies and more"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=5690067

Is this a real Tamiya model?
I saw this on eBay, but have never heard of it. I was wondering if this was real or this guy just made a label and slapped it on a box. Couldn't find an info on this kit on the internet. Thought you guys might know something. Didn't want to waste my money on a fake. Thanks all! [link=http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&ih=005&sspagename=STRK%3AMESE%3AIT&viewitem=&item=150110369975&rd=1&rd=1]Tamiya Taisan Skyline GTR TT01[/link]
Posted on: 4/9/2007 5:47 PM by Author "Blue04GT" in the forum "RC Electric Off-Road Trucks, Buggies, Truggies and more"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=5689944

RE: VENOM RACING BODIES
I got my confirmation e-mail 10 mins ago. The ship date is the 15th of December.
Posted on: 12/5/2005 2:56 PM by Author "Blue04GT" in the forum "RC Electric Off-Road Trucks, Buggies, Truggies and more"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=3620672

RE: My Latest.
That body is absolutely sick, would have been better w/o "Nightmare before Christmas" written on the sides though. I think it detracts from the brilliant paint job...JMHO.
Posted on: 11/3/2005 11:08 AM by Author "Blue04GT" in the forum "RC Painting, Detailing & Bodies"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=3517539

RE: what car/truck do u own?
TB02, TT01, TB01 Rally, EVO IV, Pumkin/LunchBox, T4
Posted on: 11/3/2005 10:59 AM by Author "Blue04GT" in the forum "RC Electric Off-Road Trucks, Buggies, Truggies and more"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=3517502

RE: ifmar,roar
[quote]ORIGINAL: i8tweety IFMAR & ROAR are 2 different racing bodies. www.roarracing.com http://members.ozemail.com.au/~ifmar/ [/quote] but they are both EVIL!!!
Posted on: 10/28/2005 1:44 PM by Author "Blue04GT" in the forum "RC Electric Off-Road Trucks, Buggies, Truggies and more"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=3498681

RE: My New Drifter
[quote]ORIGINAL: Ken448 ...I hate mustangs LOL [/quote] YOU GO TO HELL...YOU GO TO HELL AND YOU DIE!!!!!!
Posted on: 10/28/2005 10:10 AM by Author "Blue04GT" in the forum "RC Drifting"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=3498078

RE: what battery bars
Deans wire is the best I will give you that, but I think their bars and solder suck. Trinity bars & flux with Novak lead-free silver solder.
Posted on: 10/28/2005 9:52 AM by Author "Blue04GT" in the forum "RC Electric Off-Road Trucks, Buggies, Truggies and more"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=3498028

RE: MY RS4 3 EVO, READY TO DRIFT ( PICS INSIDE )
I've noticed there are quite a few of these kids digging up long dead threads lately
Posted on: 10/27/2005 11:00 AM by Author "Blue04GT" in the forum "RC Drifting"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=3494891

RE: Tto1 or tlo1
I have to agree with Speedy, it is more than worth the extra money for the much better TB02 or TA05. I have a TB02 that is built, but never run that I could sell ya if you were interested. I found an EVO IV for an insanely cheap price right after I built the TB02 so it never even made it outside. Its the [link=http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXHAT1&P=0]Calsonic Z[/link] body model...will sell it for $60 less than the Towerhobbies price.
Posted on: 10/27/2005 10:37 AM by Author "Blue04GT" in the forum "RC Electric Off-Road Trucks, Buggies, Truggies and more"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=3494823

RE: Official tt-01 thread.
[quote]ORIGINAL: WRXTC My point exactly. The EVOIII is a great car and is in the same class as a TC3 or 4 and the author of this topic honestly believes a TT-01 will keep up with a TC3 etc......[:D][:)] [/quote] You give the TC3 and 4 too much credit by putting it in the same class with an EVO. The TC3 and TC4 are in the same class with the TB02.
Posted on: 10/27/2005 10:25 AM by Author "Blue04GT" in the forum "RC Electric Off-Road Trucks, Buggies, Truggies and more"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=3494803

RE: Tto1 or tlo1
TT01
Posted on: 10/25/2005 10:29 AM by Author "Blue04GT" in the forum "RC Electric Off-Road Trucks, Buggies, Truggies and more"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=3488246

RE: Your Dream Car Body
Oh I just checked it out...they have GIF's of different tickets posted so you can just prin them out. Was kinda cool having them on the thick paper and in a booklet though.
Posted on: 10/21/2005 12:49 PM by Author "Blue04GT" in the forum "RC Painting, Detailing & Bodies"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=3476529