RPM RC10 WHITE ULTRA MOLD.

[xfactor]

Hi all,

For those who are interested I will be doing a strip, clean and restore of a Vintage RPM RC10 WHITE ULTRA MOLD.

Been after one of these for a few years in white, have seen a couple of dyed black and washed out red but never seen a Original all white.

Until NOW !! :woot:

For those who are un-sure of this beast. RPM released the conversion for the RC10 and had the WORLDS 91 front and rear end with RPM MOLDED Chassis. The front and rear was used at the Detroit 91 WORLDS by the TEAM DRIVERS.

Release in WHITE dye able. Many have were dyed in many colours.

I will need to seek what body actually fits it, looking at possible Losi xx ish but if anyone knows please let me know.

Also I believe this was released as a kit in 1992 call the HYBRID and included the best parts of the RC10 TEAM, TRAXXAS TRX-1 and RPM PARTS.

Parts used was,

RC10 STEALTH GEARBOX
TRAXXAS SHOCKS
RPM WORLDS FRONT,REAR AND CHASSIS.

So as soon as it lands here in the UK I will post pictures and start the restore/clean up.......:thumbsup:

[daz75]

No idea what your on about but would be rude not to see the magic happen :D

[xfactor]

:lol::lol::lol:

You will soon see Daz.

Its a Conversion that was available for the RC10 TEAM car. Wider front arms, wider rear arms and molded chassis.

:D

[xfactor]

Here you go.

RPM ULTRA MOLD.

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[Peakey]

There's a black one on eBay

[Peakey]

A guy called Andrew is selling of some good stuff

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/272465378090

[daz75]

Very nice stuff I'm guessing that tekin chassis is rare

[Steve Ball]

Here you go.

RPM ULTRA MOLD.

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Nice one Lapper, should be a good little project. :thumbsup:

Hope you're well mate,

[xfactor]

Nice one Lapper, should be a good little project. :thumbsup:

Hope you're well mate,

Yes matey good.:thumbsup:

Yes Steveo should be good to restore/clean it up. I been searching for a while, couple of years to get a complete white one. They do pop up now and again, but not in complete white, always either black or been dyed in any colour.

[xfactor]

A guy called Andrew is selling of some good stuff

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/272465378090

Hi Peaky,

Yes matey seen this but black. I wanted a white one :D now I got one.....:drool:

[xfactor]

Very nice stuff I'm guessing that tekin chassis is rare


Hi Daz,

This is not Tekin matey, Its RPM. The Tekin conversion was a black mid motor conversion for the tub RC10s.

But yes these are very very rare. Its taken me over 2 yrs to get a all white RPM ULTRA.

[Peakey]

He's selling a NIB Tekin mid mount chassis too, it's funny cus apparently they couldn't sell those Tekin chassis for $10 when they were new no one wanted them and now there rare as 😂

[daz75]

He's selling a NIB Tekin mid mount chassis too, it's funny cus apparently they couldn't sell those Tekin chassis for $10 when they were new no one wanted them and now there rare as 😂

Yeah meant the eBay guys other stuff

[xfactor]

Yeah meant the eBay guys other stuff

Ah right sorry matey miss read......:blush:

[Backforfun]

didnt top models have something to do with the hybrid ??

[DerbyDan]

Nice one Mark.....

Be careful - by all accounts the white RPM parts don't 'whiten' in peroxide like the Associated white parts do - they tend to turn brown instead :confused:

[daz75]

Nice one Mark.....

Be careful - by all accounts the white RPM parts don't 'whiten' in peroxide like the Associated white parts do - they tend to turn brown instead :confused:

:lol: now that would be a site to behold

[DerbyDan]

didnt top models have something to do with the hybrid ??

Yes; It was Top Models that assembled the kit of parts & retailed them.

I think the RPM chassis was designed to utilise the Losi Pro SE body?

It always confuses me why RPM called it the 'Worlds' conversion in their literature, claiming that it was used by the Associated team drivers? In 91 the top AE drivers (Masami, Cliff Lett, Kinwald etc) at Detroit were running the prototype Stealth cars that has been recently been replicated as the 'NIX91' kit - perhaps other drivers were using the RPM parts on their cars?

[xfactor]

Nice one Mark.....

Be careful - by all accounts the white RPM parts don't 'whiten' in peroxide like the Associated white parts do - they tend to turn brown instead :confused:

Cheers for the heads up Dan. I dont use peroxide matey but glad you have mentioned this.

:lol::lol: I could of ended up with a brown RPM ULTRA MOLD :lol::lol:

[xfactor]

Yes; It was Top Models that assembled the kit of parts & retailed them.

I think the RPM chassis was designed to utilise the Losi Pro SE body?

It always confuses me why RPM called it the 'Worlds' conversion in their literature, claiming that it was used by the Associated team drivers? In 91 the top AE drivers (Masami, Cliff Lett, Kinwald etc) at Detroit were running the prototype Stealth cars that has been recently been replicated as the 'NIX91' kit - perhaps other drivers were using the RPM parts on their cars?

Yes your 100% rite about the 91 worlds. Even when RPM originally released the front and rear end it was called the worlds for the RC10 TEAM CAR where you had the template to cut the rear end . Strange but maybe like you stated other Associated drivers used it and parts ?

[Welshy40]

I think the a team drivers used the proto, and the rest used standard or modded cars like this. I think someone did run a proto version of this at the worlds but cant for the life of me remember who.

[DanB4]

I have the TOP Hybrid, full white car and a Hybrid body that TOP models made specifically for the kit. Mine is believed to be the magazine review car below.

Also have a full black RPM ultramold car with a Turbo Mirage body :)

Dan

http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a207/cheshiremodelcars/hybrid1.jpg
http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a207/cheshiremodelcars/hybrid21.jpghttp://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a207/cheshiremodelcars/hybrid41.jpg

[xfactor]

I have the TOP Hybrid, full white car and a Hybrid body that TOP models made specifically for the kit. Mine is believed to be the magazine review car below.

Also have a full black RPM ultramold car with a Turbo Mirage body :)

Dan

http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a207/cheshiremodelcars/hybrid1.jpg
http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a207/cheshiremodelcars/hybrid21.jpghttp://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a207/cheshiremodelcars/hybrid41.jpg

Stunning Dan...... pm me How much.....:D:D:thumbsup: Stunning......

[daz75]

A guy called Andrew is selling of some good stuff

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/272465378090

Seemed quite a cheap price seeing it looked mint

[xfactor]

Yes Daz,

Think postage put off some maybe £80.00 on top plus Black. For me anyway.It may not of put everyone off being black, but I wanted white or maybe off white now :) but not dyed. You could pay double that nearly for a white one.....;)

[xfactor]

Just an Update.


It should be here tomorrow :D:D:D

Once here, I will post some pictures up as I receive it, then the fun starts.....:thumbsup:

[Welshy40]

Top Models, ok now I remember, Craig Harris had one as well. I had a good deal with them as well but wasnt doing 2wd at the time.

[xfactor]

So today I have taken delivery of the RPM ULTRA MOLD RC10.

Its a lot better than I thought. I have taken pictures so you can see the RPM ULTRA MOLD as I have received it.

The marks on the ULTRA MOLD on the servo area and battery strap was a slight concern when purchasing it. Was it deep scratches/grooves where the owner had tried to remove the double sided tape glue ?

So I have just spent over an hour cleaning the battery strap and at first wondered what it was. At first I thought it was glue from the double sided tape. Well it was, but !! thankfully the original owner had fitted cello tape on the strap first, then the double sided tape for speedo and receiver.:thumbsup:

So once I had the cello tape removed, it was a case of removing the glue from the cello tape off the strap. Remember this is almost 24 yrs old glue :cry: It was almost like super glue.......

But !! its all off now and looking near mint. If the rest of the ULTRA MOLD goes as good as the battery strap, its gonna be HAPPY DAYS !!!!

Delivery Pics coming now......:thumbsup:

[xfactor]

Here we go. Delivery box and opening.......:thumbsup: Even the SNOWMAN ON THE DOOR IS EXCITED.....

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[xfactor]

So Battery Strap cleaned and free from Glue.

Fingers crossed the rest comes up like this. I have no skin left on my finger tips through polishing.......:D:D:D

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[Welshy40]

Very nice.

[xfactor]

Very nice.

Thank you Welshy.........:thumbsup:

Well have managed to strip the RPM ULTRA complete now. I have been cleaning the parts and have to say its coming up like new. The hardest part is to clean the black grime from the hinge pin holes and get them like new. But have managed to do this.

The chassis has come out I feel almost like new. All the glue marks gone.

I will post pics of the cleaned up parts shortly for all to see......:thumbsup:

Oh and my pet hate !!! odd coloured wheels removed.......

[xfactor]

So here are the parts cleaned up. Most of the time taken was to clean the hinge pin and shock mounting holes but really happy with the results so far.....:)

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[gainsy]

Coming along nicely :thumbsup: Gunna look sweet

[xfactor]

So from the first post. I was wondering which body would fit this. As all RC10 vipers, mirage and turbo mirage would fit but with gaps, I wanted a proper fit to the chassis without gaps.

So after some research and google searching. I only had to look on the back of the instructions....:blush::blush:

It states !! ANY LOSI SE BODY !! So Dan the MAN you was right.....:thumbsup:

Also a myth that has bothered me for years. Back in the day, it was said that ALL RPM products were guaranteed against breakage. I never actually seen this in any product I bought and I had the worlds front and rear on my RC10 TEAM CAR.

So were they or were they not !!

Well I can now put this myth of nearly 25yrs behind me.

YES !! RPM products were/are guaranteed against breakage. It states on the instruction sheet ALL PRODUCTS GAURANTEED AGAINST BREAKAGE. JUST SEND THE PART BACK IF IT BREAKS AND IT WILL BE REPLACED.

Awesome I say.... Wonder how many offer this today ???:thumbsup:

[daz75]

So from the first post. I was wondering which body would fit this. As all RC10 vipers, mirage and turbo mirage would fit but with gaps, I wanted a proper fit to the chassis without gaps.

So after some research and google searching. I only had to look on the back of the instructions....:blush::blush:

It states !! ANY LOSI SE BODY !! So Dan the MAN you was right.....:thumbsup:

Also a myth that has bothered me for years. Back in the day, it was said that ALL RPM products were guaranteed against breakage. I never actually seen this in any product I bought and I had the worlds front and rear on my RC10 TEAM CAR.

So were they or were they not !!

Well I can know put this myth of nearly 25yrs behind me.

YES !! RPM products were/are guaranteed against breakage. It states on the instruction sheet ALL PRODUCTS GAURANTEED AGAINST BREAKAGE. JUST SEND THE PART BACK IF IT BREAKS AND IT WILL BE REPLACED.

Awesome I say.... Wonder how many offer this today ???:thumbsup:

Lol so if I snap my rpm front wishbones on my XX they will replace them believe it when I see it :lol:

[xfactor]

Lol so if I snap my rpm front wishbones on my XX they will replace them believe it when I see it :lol:


Back in the day matey yes.......:thumbsup: .........CLICK TO ENLARGE........

[daz75]

Back in the day matey yes.......:thumbsup: .........CLICK TO ENLARGE........

No I mean now if I smash it up in vintage does it have an expiry :lol:

[daz75]

It says if this should EVER happen so that's lifetime in my eyes :thumbsup:

[xfactor]

Now that's the question.

I do have it in writing......:thumbsup::thumbsup:

[xfactor]

Coming along nicely :thumbsup: Gunna look sweet

Cheers Gainsy.:thumbsup:

I have done a little more work tonight.

I have fitted the, rear wishbone hangers, rear wishbones, rear bulkhead, rear shock tower (RPM), battery holder bracket. I have new original Associated screws so fitting these along the way too.

I must say the quality is fantastic and can see why they backed it up back in the day with a break it replace it guarantee....:thumbsup:

I will post pictures up tomorrow........:thumbsup:

[xfactor]

So have started to rebuild and put the RPM back together. All is totally original other than the new (original) 8-32 Associated screws.

Its coming up like new and really please with the results so far.:thumbsup:

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[xfactor]

So have managed to bolt on the front of the RPM with bell cranks also. New original screws including new original alloy bell crank screws.....

I managed to get nylon nuts 8-32 for the front top bracket and rear hangers. I think it finishes it off rather than leaving the threads showing....

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[xfactor]

Had some time today to do a little more work on the RPM.

Managed to file down the rear part of the motor plate, clean the vintage RPM turn buckle ends (GREY) and polish up the Tecnacraft turnbuckles, clean the original shock bushings these were a pain but came up like new.

The rear bumper was slightly out of shape but a very slight tweak in a vice soon sorted this. There was also very slight marks on it so decided to spray it black and it came out very well. I also filed the edges just to take the black off then polished up.....

I managed to paint this on Friday and now tonight fitted it to the RPM.....

The gearbox brace came out very well too.

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[xfactor]

Cleaned up the rear RPM hubs, same as the other parts. The hinge pin holes were a pain but came up like new.

The original Driveshafts came out very well. I have ordered new what Associated call (foamy things) new white foam pads for all the ballstuds. Will fit these then start to clean up the RC10 side of the ULTRA RPM.

I also managed to win an original RPM STEALTH gearbox from the USA. So as soon as this bad boy turns up it will be stripped, cleaned and fitted.:thumbsup:

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[gainsy]

I dunno how people managed to race these back in the day as they look so dam sexy new i wouldn't ever want to get it dirty :woot:
Build is coming on nicely Mark, fantastic work as always :thumbsup: just pm me first when you want to sell it :p

[xfactor]

I used to have the RPM front and rear on my RC10 team back in the day and raced on farm with sheep in the field at the same time.... :woot: Good old washing up liquid did the trick then and now for that matter......:D

Your 4th in line already gainsy........:lol::lol:

Cheers for the kind words matey......:thumbsup:

[gainsy]

Your 4th in line already gainsy........:lol::lol:


If Peakey is one of them he has too many cars already so strike him off the list :D :p :D haha

[xfactor]

:lol::lol::lol:

No he's not at the min. But will strike him off anyway......:lol::lol::thumbsup:

[gainsy]

:thumbsup: Forgot to say rpm gearbox will finish it off nicely :thumbsup:

[gainsy]

:lol::lol::lol:

No he's not at the min. But will strike him off anyway......:lol::lol::thumbsup:

Pmsl

[xfactor]

Yes agree matey.....:thumbsup:

[xfactor]

Pmsl

PEAKEY........ YOUR OFF THE LIST...........:lol::lol::lol:

[xfactor]

Fitted to the RPM now is,

Rear hubs with driveshafts.
Rear turnbuckles and grey RPM ends.
White (foamy things) to the ball studs.
Shock screws with new original nuts and washers and original shock bushings.

You will also notice the RPM white spacer fitted to the rear outer hinge pin. The hinge pin is taken from the RC10 TEAM car, so was to long. This spacer was included to take up the gap.......

Just the front too sort. That's next.....:thumbsup:

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[Welshy40]

Very nice. Brings back a lot of memories...

[xfactor]

Very nice. Brings back a lot of memories...


Cheers Welshy, Glad it has matey.:thumbsup:

[xfactor]

So had the Original RPM gearbox complete come today.....

After some research on this gearbox, its apparent that the RPM box was made for the RC10T and also fitted to the standard rear end RC10s.

It was not made to fit in the narrow rear ended RC10 worlds/RPM ULTRA MOLD without very slight modification.

So again, after research for what modification had to be done, I found 2 modifications.

1. Dremel the complete lower side around the hinge pin/toe block of each side of the case.

2. Dremel/cut the hinge pin holder/toe block and a very slight Dremel on each corner of the case both sides.

So after some thought, I went for the 2nd of the two.

I trimmed with a very TWITCHY BUMHOLE the hinge pin holders and the corners of the case. It has taken me best part of 4hrs to complete this as the price of the RPM gearbox and none in the whole world of RPM parts the rear hangers did I want to mess this up.


But its complete and fits like a glove YEAH BABY !!! Relief......:)


I will post pics tomorrow of this complete and the small 4hr mods I did.....:thumbsup:

[daz75]

Lol how much did the gear box cost? I'm cacking myself cutting out my first ever sprayed shell at this very moment

[Welshy40]

I think ive got a white rere or original gearbox if you want it, its never been built and might still be in packet. I bought several when buildinng my Masami replica that made the magazine. Mind you think your going for the rpm bling instead.

[xfactor]

I think ive got a white rere or original gearbox if you want it, its never been built and might still be in packet. I bought several when buildinng my Masami replica that made the magazine. Mind you think your going for the rpm bling instead.

Cheers for the offer Welshy, I'm ok for stealth gearboxes......:thumbsup:

[xfactor]

So here is the RPM Gearbox with mods carried out. Also showing mods to the rear hinge pin holders......

Nice snug fit but my bum did twitch a little while doing this as I only had one chance.......:thumbsup:

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[tyreman]

Do you want a stainless screw kit for it foc??

[Rs fruitbat]

Do you want a stainless screw kit for it foc??


Generous offer :thumbsup:

Fantastic work Mark :thumbsup:

[xfactor]

Do you want a stainless screw kit for it foc??


OOOoooOOOoooh Yes please SCREWZ4RC. That will make it even more shiney.........

[Peakey]

Looking good buddy! Also looking forward to it coming up for sale :p:p:p:thumbsup:

[xfactor]

:lol::lol::lol::lol::lol::lol::lol::lol:

No Mr peak. Oh and your off the list, Gainsy and Me said.........:lol::lol::p

[xfactor]

Built the RPM Gearbox up.

Shows the original Teflon shield bearings, diff, idler, layshaft and complete original slipper with second edition yellow single slipper pad.

Original slipper pad was red for those who didn't know..

The famous (don't touch the felt else it falls apart) fitted very carefully to the case....

Original motor plate fitted, which I cut and filed to shape. Then polished the edge....

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[xfactor]

The RPM Gearbox is now installed and went in like a dream. The front turnbuckles, castors and driving arms/axles installed.

The shocks have been stripped, new oring kit, cleaned. The rears have new original adjusters and spring cups as these were black on the rear when first arrived. New white RPM Delrin shock pivots fitted to the rear also....

The original wing mounts polished up and fitted.

As per instructions fitted,

Front,
New green springs cut x3 coils off

Rear,
New green springs full length.

Starting to look good now......:thumbsup:

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[daz75]

Looking good shame the motor plates isn't white

[jasonrcb]

Fair play mate that's looking amazing,you have done some sweet restores but this is a work of art

[tyreman]

I'll come over on Saturday and we'll pimp it out, and I'll bring the others over.

[xfactor]

Looking good shame the motor plates isn't white


Your right Daz, but I have an original RPM gear cover which is white. So once I have this baby you will hardly see the plate.....:thumbsup:

[xfactor]

Fair play mate that's looking amazing,you have done some sweet restores but this is a work of art


Cheers Jason,

Been hard to get the white nice and the marks out, but been worth it matey.

Just need to wear gloves every time I pick it up.....:D

Cheers matey,,,

[xfactor]

I'll come over on Saturday and we'll pimp it out, and I'll bring the others over.

Yeah baby.........

Cheers Bry........:thumbsup::thumbsup:

[daz75]

Your right Daz, but I have an original RPM gear cover which is white. So once I have this baby you will hardly see the plate.....:thumbsup:

:thumbsup:

[MHeadling]

Looks sweet! Cracking job dude, if you want I can powder coat a motor plate for you??

[xfactor]

So fitted the shocks and battery strap to the RPM ULTRA.

Wheels/Tyres and Gear cover next.

Then a little trip to Mr Penguin to pick up my shells and wings.

THEN THE PAINT !! I have managed to get a good selection of original vintage stickers.

So once I have the shells I will pop in to the garage and start !! THE PAINT !!....:thumbsup:

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[gainsy]

Stunning :D :thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup: :D
No other words needed ;)

[daz75]

Let me know if you missing anything specific sticker wise got hundreds of the damn things :D

[xfactor]

Stunning :D :thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup: :D
No other words needed ;)

Thank you Gainsy.........:thumbsup:

[xfactor]

Let me know if you missing anything specific sticker wise got hundreds of the damn things :D


Thank you for the offer Daz, I will contact you if any are required....:thumbsup:

[xfactor]

So yesterday I had Bry from SCREWZ4RC come round and we removed every screw and nut and replaced with new stainless screws.

I must say this. What service !! to come to me and go through the RPM buggy one screw at a time to replace every screw......

The quality of the screws are fantastic. All fitted exactly as the ones removed.

I did make him wear gloves to hold the RPM.......:lol::thumbsup:

It has made a massive difference to the RPM.

Excellent quality and service by SCREWZ4RC and I will and have got more for my other projects/builds.

Pictures of the RPM coming now !!

[xfactor]

So these are the final pictures of the RPM ULTRA MOLD buggy.

Fully stripped, cleaned, screws replaced with stainless from SCREWZ4RC, new original Natural wheels, New original green 2 row stud, green mini spike rear, shocks stripped and rebuilt, motor plate filed by hand and polished and the nerve BUM TWITCHING RPM Gearbox......

The only thing left now is the RPM White gear cover to collect and the BEST PART !!

The body to collect and paint. I will be going to Penguin Custom Body Shells to collect the PRO-SE Losi body and then the fun can start..........

Once I have painted and stickered the body and wing I will post pictures of them fitted.......

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[Welshy40]

Stunning, forget picasso, this is art!

I might have a white rpmgear cover new some where. I will let you know.

[daz75]

That looks cool seems a shame to put a shell on it :drool:

One for a magazine

Rc10talk winner surely

[Welshy40]

Found a brand new prestine unused white RPM gearcover with black removable nut tensioner hole cover. PM sent.:thumbsup:

[xfactor]

Thanks Lads for your kind words.:thumbsup::thumbsup:

[MHeadling]

Amazing build!! You must hang on to this one!!

[xfactor]

Amazing build!! You must hang on to this one!!


Thank you Marko.:thumbsup:

This one I will keep... The others I have completed can be repeated.

This one, I have never seen another like this. Either dyed or parts missing. Or not complete RPM. This is complete RPM and white.

This one wont be going anywhere like the others have......:thumbsup::thumbsup:

[daz75]

Bit of a random question but do you guys insure your collections

[xfactor]

Yes,

I have a separate cover for them. I also have a high limit too.

When I insured mine, I had them come round to see what I was talking about and list the buggies.

I also included my radio as well. I also phone them to update.....

[Peakey]

Thank you Marko.:thumbsup:

This one I will keep... The others I have completed can be repeated.

This one, I have never seen another like this. Either dyed or parts missing. Or not complete RPM. This is complete RPM and white.

This one wont be going anywhere like the others have......:thumbsup::thumbsup:

I'll only believe that in about a year if it's not apeard here for sale, on eBay or in Haskins collection :lol::lol::lol::lol:

[xfactor]

I'll only believe that in about a year if it's not apeard here for sale, on eBay or in Haskins collection :lol::lol::lol::lol:


:lol::lol::lol::lol::lol::lol::lol::lol::lol:

The date is 08/01/2017.

I will post on 08/01/2018 the RPM ULTRA MOLD........:thumbsup:

[xfactor]

Just an update.

I will be collecting the body tomorrow from Penguin Custom Body Shells.

I will be going for the RPM stated body shell the Losi PRO-SE.

I have decided to paint the body in Cliff Lett colours. This will be Metallic Blue, Chrome/Silver strips and Orange. It will have the block stripe orange down the bonnet edged in chrome/silver with the famous MOo also on the bonnet, sides, roof and widows.

I have original stickers to fit as well. Once finished I will post pictures.

I have also sent RPM some pictures of the RPM ULTRA MOLD and they are very impressed with it and have requested finished body on pictures.

No pressure for the body to be perfect as Cliff Lett is a good friend of theres......:woot:

I will post pictures tomorrow of what I collect........:thumbsup:

[Retro RC]

Just an update.

I will be collecting the body tomorrow from Penguin Custom Body Shells.

I will be going for the RPM stated body shell the Losi PRO-SE.

I have decided to paint the body in Cliff Lett colours. This will be Metallic Blue, Chrome/Silver strips and Orange. It will have the block stripe orange down the bonnet edged in chrome/silver with the famous MOo also on the bonnet, sides, roof and widows.

I have original stickers to fit as well. Once finished I will post pictures.

I have also sent RPM some pictures of the RPM ULTRA MOLD and they are very impressed with it and have requested finished body on pictures.

No pressure for the body to be perfect as Cliff Lett is a good friend of theres......:woot:

I will post pictures tomorrow of what I collect........:thumbsup:

You've done such a good job on it they might think about doing a rere of it!
Wouldn't that be a bugger lol
Got to be your best restore yet mate well done:thumbsup:

[xfactor]

You've done such a good job on it they might think about doing a rere of it!
Wouldn't that be a bugger lol
Got to be your best restore yet mate well done:thumbsup:

Cheers Retro,

Mmm Only speculation and guessing, if RPM was to re-re this which I very much doubt, I think it would be black.

The reason I say this, the RC10 TEAM wishbones they have rereleased are black. But then again the re-re RC10 Worlds gear cover is white. All be it a totally different white and shape so who knows.

All I know is, this is all original with all the RPM paperwork to go with it !! ......:thumbsup::thumbsup:

[xfactor]

So been over to Mr Penguin Custom Body Shells and picked up the Losi PRO-SE body.

Again excellent quality and includes a V-Wing. I will not use the Losi V-wing, I will use the Associated RC10 wing.

I also picked up an original RPM gear cover today for the RPM. Thank you to JayST. I will post pictures of this tomorrow.....:thumbsup:

I will be masking up the body tonight and weather permitting will paint the body tomorrow. Once painted I will post pictures also.......:thumbsup:

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[xfactor]

So a little up-date,

Wing installed and stickered up, new Associated tear drop wing buttons installed with new wire. Original RPM gear cover fitted.

Rain has stopped play with the body shell, as I paint all my shells in the garage.

So will wait for the weather to pick up a little or at least dry up. Maybe a long wait......:lol::lol:

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[ralphee]

Stunning Mark!

lee

[jayst]

i see it scrubbed up well m8 :thumbsup:

[xfactor]

Stunning Mark!

lee

Thank you Lee........:thumbsup::thumbsup:

[xfactor]

i see it scrubbed up well m8 :thumbsup:

:thumbsup::thumbsup: Sure has matey :thumbsup::thumbsup:

[5tone]

Splendid !

great job.

[xfactor]

Splendid !

great job.

Thank you 5tone........:thumbsup:

[veeza]

That is a beautiful buggy, great build as always

[xfactor]

That is a beautiful buggy, great build as always


Thank you veeza.........:thumbsup::thumbsup:


So weather looking dry tomorrow, so hopefully be able to sort/start the body tomorrow.

Then the RPM ULTRA MOLD will be complete and photos sent to RPM all being well.........:thumbsup:

[xfactor]

Update,

I have managed to paint the Losi PRO-SE body today for the RPM.

I will be putting stickers/decals on later. I hope to get pictures up tonight of the body but not mounted....

Cliff Letts MoO design.

Metallic Blue, Fluorescent orange edged in satin chrome and MoO design on front black/white........:thumbsup:

[xfactor]

So here is the RPM ULTRA MOLD buggy Losi PRO-SE body.

Painted and decals finished. I'm really pleased with the outcome......

I will mount to the RPM tomorrow and post final pictures........:thumbsup:

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[RLGfx]

Well done sir...
This is full of all kinds of awesome!

[xfactor]

Well done sir...
This is full of all kinds of awesome!

Thank you RLGfx..............:thumbsup:

Body mounted pictures coming now.............:thumbsup::thumbsup:

[xfactor]

Hi all,

So here are the final Pictures of the RPM ULTRA MOLD Buggy.

The Body mounted pictures of the RPM ULTRA MOLD have been asked for by RPM themselves.

These are the pictures I will send to RPM, and will let you know what they say when get a reply..........:thumbsup:

RPM ULTRA MOLD BUGGY.

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[Rs fruitbat]

It looks fantastic :thumbsup: I'm sure the RPM guys will be very impressed :D

[gainsy]

Awesome work :thumbsup: looks stunning :D

[bigalbi]

I'm sure there will be a lot of envious eyes on the end product. Well done, wicked job!

[xfactor]

Thank you all for your kind words.:thumbsup:

It has turned out better than expected. As when I purchased it, I didn't really know full condition and was a bit of a gamble....

I nearly didn't buy it...........:woot:

But has turned out great. I think the body and design really finishes it off...

[xfactor]

I have sent the pictures to RPM.

I have had a reply.

RPM have stated they have sent the pictures to Mr RPM himself. The owner and will be in contact soon.:thumbsup:

[daz75]

I have sent the pictures to RPM.

I have had a reply.

RPM have stated they have sent the pictures to Mr RPM himself. The owner and will be in contact soon.:thumbsup:

Nice one mate :thumbsup:

[xfactor]

Nice one mate :thumbsup:


Cheers Daz.........:thumbsup:

[Peakey]

I have sent the pictures to RPM.

I have had a reply.

RPM have stated they have sent the pictures to Mr RPM himself. The owner and will be in contact soon.:thumbsup:

Why what you gonna do sell it him :p

[xfactor]

NOT FOR SALE !!! ;)

OR MAYBE FOR A 4 FIGURE OFFER....

[Welshy40]

He he, superb!! I was after something from MIP and ended up emailing Eustace (if memory serves me correctly) himself, really nice (i know not rpm but cs are exceptional in the us) and youll probably get a nice reply back from RPM as their customer services are superb, dont forget rc in the US is a billion dollar industry compared to our 100 grand industry. Its possible they have a massive call centre just like Tower Hobbies do, didnt believe it until I saw a picture, its insane.

[Neil78]

That's awesome Mark Absolutely perfect rebuild :thumbsup:

[MHeadling]

Nice one Mark, looks amazing :thumbsup:

[DerbyDan]

Stunning as ever Mark!

It looks great with that body/paint scheme against all the white RPM parts... off road buggies just don't this good anymore! :thumbsup:

Out of interest - how did you clean all the white parts in the end... the usual washing-up liquid & a toothbrush?

[xfactor]

Thanks lads for all the kind comments......:thumbsup::thumbsup:

Dan,

Yes just washing up liquid. Pour washing up liquid into plastic tub. Pour boiling hot water into the tub. I then smudge washing up liquid onto the parts neat. Give good rub with fingers. Then put the parts into the tub.

Leave over night soaking.

Remove next day, then more washing up liquid onto the parts. I use tooth brush to rub over the parts. Tooth pic in hinge pin holes, Then rinse with cold water.

WHAM BAM, Have it !!! WHITE BITS..........:thumbsup::thumbsup:

[fivepointnine]

I had this kit back then. It dominated. Mine was hot pink with neon blue arms lol.

[RLGfx]

Stunning as ever Mark!

It looks great with that body/paint scheme against all the white RPM parts... off road buggies just don't this good anymore! :thumbsup:


I wholeheartedly agree... Ban the cab forward body i say...

[xfactor]

I had this kit back then. It dominated. Mine was hot pink with neon blue arms lol.

Awesome, I had the 91 worlds conversion on my tub rc10. Funny that I had the fluorescent pink tub but kept the plastic white.:woot:

Totally agree, the RPM front and rear totally transformed the rc10 tub as well.:thumbsup:

[fivepointnine]

Awesome, I had the 91 worlds conversion on my tub rc10. Funny that I had the fluorescent pink tub but kept the plastic white.:woot:

Totally agree, the RPM front and rear totally transformed the rc10 tub as well.:thumbsup:

:thumbsup:

I need to keep on the lookout for one of these, I would love to re create my buggy. I had a Stealth team car with the full conversion and ran the same Losi body.

[xfactor]

He he, superb!! I was after something from MIP and ended up emailing Eustace (if memory serves me correctly) himself, really nice (i know not rpm but cs are exceptional in the us) and youll probably get a nice reply back from RPM as their customer services are superb, dont forget rc in the US is a billion dollar industry compared to our 100 grand industry. Its possible they have a massive call centre just like Tower Hobbies do, didnt believe it until I saw a picture, its insane.

Well Welshy40,

You could not have been more correct.

Absolutely fantastic reply from RPM. Mr Richard Royall (RPM HIMSELF) Sent me a personal email. Stating it was better than the one they had :woot:

He also sent me some nice RPM Goodies for my next RPM build.:thumbsup:
Stuff you just cant buy.......:thumbsup: AWESOME !!!!

[Welshy40]

Well done and yes, thats why they still have a business, they look after their customers really well.

[xfactor]

100% right matey 100%........:thumbsup::thumbsup:

[daz75]

Share the email :thumbsup:

[xfactor]

Just 2 of the items sent by the owner of RPM (Mr Richard Royall of RPM).

RPM front yellow springs. Released for the RPM ULTRA MOLD BUGGY.
RPM card.:D

[xfactor]

Hi RLGfx,

Cleaning of White Parts. Here are BEFORE and AFTER Pictures of the RPM ULTRA MOLD buggy.

I have mentioned on here, POST No 125, how I cleaned the parts.:thumbsup: Hope this helps RLGfx and any other members....:thumbsup:

[iowpeter]

Just hope mine is half as good as yours once I give it a clean up and a few new parts! I have some blue traxxas trx1 shocks to go on it, which should look great!