Wow, that definitely is some really sad news! After reading it, I inexplicably got up and started pacing back and forth. I'll always remember him for his incredible top-tier builds, and the contributions he made to the operations of the site over many years. Judging by his online persona, he seemed like a really good person. My condolences go out to his friends and family.
I never got the privilege of getting to know him on a personal level, but I always had the utmost respect for his depth of knowledge, his builds, and his positive attitude. You'll be missed, Jim
I didn't know Jim at all, but its truly terrible hearing of such a tragedy knowing there are so many people affected by his passing. Obviously he was a very well respected and helpful man, I hope the absolute best and comfort for his family, friends and to many of you here on the forum who knew him.
Just caught up with this news today and am truly shocked and saddened. Like many here I've read his posts through the years and been truly amazed by his craftsmanship and always friendly help and assistance whenever asked. We'll all miss him I'm sure and my condolences go out to his family.
RIP Jim.
Oh man, I am so sorry to hear this. Always had fun with him on here even though I didn't know him very personally. My heart goes out to his family. Truly a great enthusiast lost.
"The world looks so much better through beer goggles: Enjoy today, you never know what tomorrow may bring." Ken
This morning it was relayed to me that Don (Thunderstrike) passed away in October. I think most on here know he has been plagued with health problems for many years. While I'm sad for his family, at the same time..... I feel relief for him. :(...
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I've been away from the forum for a while, focused on other hobbies and aspects of life, and missed this news until now. Sorry to hear about Don's passing and condolences to the loved ones he leaves behind. RIP Don.
I've had a stock notification for the #6310 gold nose plate for quite some time. Last night, I get an email saying This item has been discontinued . :(
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I was afraid that it was another bankruptcy notice. :shock:
Has anyone been able to find a anodizing service that can match the original RC10's color?
Sad News, the owner of Panther Tires was involved in a motorcycle accident last week and has left us. I had met him, but didnt know whom he was, other than another racer at the track. No muss, no fuss, no whoopla, just another guy with the passion....
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Man that sucks. Me and my friends had only recently discovered Panther tires, and loved them.
Hey guys, I haven’t been around here much lately, been too involved in providing my Son with his own Vintage memories. But when I read this I immediately thought of you guys and gals. Sorry if this is a duplicate post, but I didn’t see it anywhere...
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Thats a shame. If it wasn't for him a lot of us wouldn't be here.
30 years of history lost in a Gil Losi garage fire.
Credit to F N Cuda on RCTech.
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Thank you for the reminder! I was just browsing the interwebz getting ready to sleep (it's 1:30am here in Toronto). After reading this thread, I finally took the time to gather all my lipos and put them in the ammo box. I've been meaning to put them...
Sad news to share with the community, Daryl Lane passed away Monday morning following a long health battle. He was the original partner in A&L with Chris Alec and later owner of Factory Works. Daryl was an OG in R/C racing and a mad scientist...
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RIP Daryl!
Having the opportunity to buy several kits from you in person, which I enjoyed so much as a kid in the 1980s was such an honor.
Well I got my rc4wd tf2 to day and all was going well till I go to put the rear shock mount /x member in , it should have been 6 mm but it measure in at 6.31 mm . Waiting to hear back from rc4wd. Has any one here had this problems?
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Just an FYI for you all ! The junfac drive shafts that people are saying work on the tf2 are the 95-130. For the ax10 , you will need to move the axels out and lengthen the wheel base. I should have got the scx10 set that has the 82- 117 and 95-130....
As some of you know I've been busy doing a restoration/rally preparation on a converted to RHD 1972 Datsun 510 for a long time friend who was diagnosed with mesothelioma (basically asbestos poisoning, which affects the respiratory system). The...
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Condolences from Switzerland to you, his family and friends. Asbestos is nasty... and we'll be paying the price for another while... :cry:
After reading it, I inexplicably got up and started pacing back and forth. 
I'll always remember him for his incredible top-tier builds, and the contributions he made to the operations of the site over many years. Judging by his online persona, he seemed like a really good person. My condolences go out to his friends and family.
