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LowClassCC wrote:3they wouldn't happen to sell then digitally on disk would they? if so that would be an option i would look into.

I don't think so, but I'm not certain. Might be worth sending them an email to find out.

I did. The pdfs are scans of an entire issue MINUS all full page ads; most small, partial page ads are still there. There's not a lot of compression so most of the pdfs are huge...30 megs or more. 1986 - 2003 takes up 5 gigs. Needless to say, it takes a while to download all of them, as there's no w...

I use CAD almost every day. Send me a scan or photo of a hand drawn sketch with dimensions on it and I'll make two dxf files. PM me for my email address.

Regards,

Robert

Sometimes the parts yellow under the best conditions. I've never used Aerospace 303 as UV protection, but it looks very interesting. At my job, there are a few standard practices we use when storing all our plastics. In addition to sunlight, keep the parts out of any light with a high UV component; ...

scr8p wrote:T&L is still alive and kickin'.

I'm in Allentown at the moment and went over to T&L this morning. It was nice to see that not much has changed in 10 years....still super-organized .

I had owned various toy grade RC cars, but they were never fast or durable enough for me. Then two of my friends, brothers, got matching Frogs in early 1986. I couldn't believe how fast and cool those cars were. So, my parents bought a Hornet with a Magnum Jr. for my 13th birthday in June 1986. I've...

You're very welcome. I always loved those articles too. I even wanted to do the heavy metal project with my Turbo Optima, but never did get to it. Maybe someday...after I do the 15 other projects I have lined up.

There were two parts to Project Optima. Part 1 was from December 1987 and Part 2 was from February 1988. Scans are attached. Regards, Robert RCCA_1987_Dec_Project_Optima_pt1_pg72.jpg RCCA_1987_Dec_Project_Optima_pt1_pg73.jpg RCCA_1987_Dec_Project_Optima_pt1_pg74.jpg RCCA_1987_Dec_Project_Optima_pt1_...

I have dirt hawgs on my standard white B2/B3 2.2 wheels (3/16" axle). They fit pretty well; just use plenty of glue .

Regards,

Robert

One thing not mentioned yet is the good old erector set! Forgot about that one! I still have that as well, but it was my father's so it's from about 1945. All metal everything (even the wheels), with nice sharp edges. Unsafe, but awesome. :D I also have my father's tether car from 1948 or so. I've ...

I pretty much still have all my "major" toys. Some, such as the Matchbox cars, have already been transferred to my kids and they have a blast with them. I still have: -Star Wars -Matchbox/Hot Wheels -Dukes of Hazzard -Slot Cars -Tonkas (although, I started collecting the 10" Jeeps as ...

I did some digging and my 1988 Kyosho Mini catalog shows the "One way clutch" with p/n W-0106.

Regards,

Robert

If you decide to stay with the chain, there was a one-way front diff available with sprockets on it. I don't know the p/n, but I have it in one of my Turbo Optimas and it really changes the handling characteristics of the car.

Regards,

Robert

This seems so fragile when you pick it up...but it sure is light .

I've got one that's currently next in line for a good cleaning/restoration.