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[xfactor]

Hi all,

Here I go again. I have just taken purchase of a Cougar 2 Works...:D this is the rare Cougar 2 Works Racing spec part number U453.

I have been lucky to get Works box, Works instructions and all paperwork for amendments of the Works spec and part numbers included.

There are a few spares and brushed motors included along with a full front and rear spring kit including blue,grey,yellow,white and black.

Gear cover is excellent and is complete and will be doing a full strip down and rebuild of this beautiful Cougar and doing a step by step picture build with brand new parts that i have and can get.

I will also be taking before shots of the Cougar 2 Works.


I will post pictures later.So on with the Rebuild.:thumbsup::thumbsup:

[CAT3K]

Nice :) Does yours have the roller driveshafts and ball raced steering?

Just curious as there are 2 works models U452 and U453. It seems as though Schumacher changed the spec slightly between 1992 and 1993.

Paul.

[xfactor]

Hi CAT3K,

No it does not have rollers, but has the ball raced steering.

[Chrissy C]

You're just showing off now Mark lol!

Enjoy the rebuild mate, look forward to the pics. Is the condition of the car good? Chassis marked up much/at all...or did you bag yourself a shelfer?

[xfactor]

No chassis is scratched alot but will be made good.....:D rest of Cougar is very good to be honest.

[Moozo]

What no rollers oh no.......come on we want B4 pics this time;)

[xfactor]

They are coming my brother,,,,,,,, coming.........:thumbsup:

[xfactor]

Hi all,

So we start with Cougar 2 Works instructions and amendments which I was lucky to get as these sometimes get lost or thrown out after people have finished the build.

Also the box showing part number and spec..........:thumbsup:

Click to enlarge pictures........

[Moozo]

I Never knew there were two versions of the works cars....wonder why that was......Sales i bet.

Nice score there Mark....you got a box and some instructions:woot::woot:

[tyreman]

No chassis is scratched alot but will be made good.....:D rest of Cougar is very good to be honest.

Once you've finished coating it with 3-4 layers of pledge you wold never know the difference between new and old:thumbsup:

[CAT3K]

I Never knew there were two versions of the works cars....wonder why that was......Sales i bet.


Price I'm betting, U452 was the full fat kit, U453 was minus the ball raced steering and roller driveshafts, but I suppose most people ended up buying them anyway.

Paul.

[CATS]

Amassed quite a few bits for the works cougar over the years!!
http://i63.photobucket.com/albums/h122/scottreynolds/image-9.jpg
http://i63.photobucket.com/albums/h122/scottreynolds/image-10.jpg

[DerbyDan]

Price I'm betting, U452 was the full fat kit, U453 was minus the ball raced steering and roller driveshafts, but I suppose most people ended up buying them anyway.

Paul.


I guess they sold the two option spec cars together like the Club/Racing/Team spec option for the original red chassis Cougar2?

I've got a Cougar 2 Works also - a lovely car.. but I do need to get my chassis re-anodised one day! I wonder if anyone knows of somewhere that does a good match to the Schumacher Purple?

[CATS]

Also have my prized new in box kit aswell

[CAT3K]

I guess they sold the two option spec cars together like the Club/Racing/Team spec option for the original red chassis Cougar2?

I had a similar thought, the picture of the U453 label above says "racing spec" My U452 just shows the spec.

http://i90.photobucket.com/albums/k244/pikergonecarpin/DSCN1520.jpg

[xfactor]

Schumacher did make the kits as Race and Team spec Works. They also did a upgrade kit so you could upgrade you Red cougar 2s to Works spec. You got a template that you fitted to the chassis this allowed you to drill the new holes and trim the chassis sides to allow for the new gearbox. You also got new gearbox plates and center transmission case. It was to aid different peoples budgets............

I will continue tomorrow with pictures of before shots and the rebuild.....:thumbsup:

[CATS]

Schumacher did make the kits as Race and Team spec Works. They also did a upgrade kit so you could upgrade you Red cougar 2s to Works spec. You got a template that you fitted to the chassis this allowed you to drill the new holes and trim the chassis sides to allow for the new gearbox. You also got new gearbox plates and center transmission case. It was to aid different peoples budgets............

I will continue tomorrow with pictures of before shots and the rebuild.....:thumbsup:


If you look at my pic u1354x is the cougar 2 works rear transmission conversion kit you mentioned, I can take some pics if you like of the parts that come in the bag

[xfactor]

:woot: It looks like it CATS, is there a template in the bag.

[CATS]

Yep, it's made from fibreglass, same material as team car shock towers. The kit consists of purple works motorplates, lexan gear cover, fibreglass template, and fibreglass rear shock tower (not carbonfibre for some reason) , work inner trans housing, also instructions on how to use the template. I'll get some pics sorted tommorow

[xfactor]

Hi all,

So a big interest so far. So as promised the before pictures as it turned up to me, including the spare bit and bobs that came with it.Like I said the chassis is really scratched but with fingers crossed it will get sorted one way or other.....

[Neil78]

Really enjoyed the last build you did Mark will be intersting to see how you get on with this one good to see the before pictures it will make the finished pics all the more impressive.:D

[CATS]

Pics of the transmission conversion as promised
http://i63.photobucket.com/albums/h122/scottreynolds/image-13.jpg
http://i63.photobucket.com/albums/h122/scottreynolds/image-11.jpg

Scott

[xfactor]

Thank you Neil78 for your comments, CATS Yes thats the boy mate very nice very nice.

[xfactor]

So the Cougar 2 Works is totally stripped now. I have started with the gearbox showing diff,belt etc.... how it was removed from Cougar to it being totally cleaned up.

Click on pictures to enlarge.......:D

[Moozo]

nice job Mark........do need new parts for it?

[BORMAC]

Good man! I'm really feeling the love for my favourite 2WD buggy of all time. Can't wait to see what you do on this one.

[xfactor]

Hi BORMAC, I have to agree with you. There is something about the Cougar 2 in general that makes it special with it fans and probably the most followed schumacher IMO . The Cougar 2 WORKS on the other hand is something else and I have to say that the WORKS is my favorite as well.

Keep an eye on this build because I have something special coming for this build very special.....;)

[xfactor]

So I started the build of the diff and layshaft. Diff has been completely cleaned and greased up. The layshaft has been polished up along with all spacers. The idler has also been removed of a greasy covering and now spotless.

So heres the start of the Cougar Works rebuild.....:D

[Peakey]

Quick question ( maybe a stupid one ) but how do you know if the ball bearings need replacing or is it a case of take it apart clean it up and if they look ok re grease and put back together. I ask cus I have a mms diff set that needs doing.

[Moozo]

Booooooo associated diff lube in a Schumacher build :woot::woot:

[xfactor]

HAHAHAHAHAHAAH only on thrust race my brother.

[xfactor]

So just a little update. Having been searching Worldwide, Europe and UK for sometime looking and buying new in packet spares for a car at that time I hadn't got was a little silly or was it !!!!.

The spares I am on about are for the Cougar 2 Works, these have started coming through my door :D and will get pictures up soon.

New in packets so far for the Works are,

Front bulkhead,
Front wishbones,
Front hinge pins and brace,
Rear Works wishbones,
Rear Works hubs,
Rear Works outer hinge pins,
Inner Works hinge pins,
Rear Works Pivot blocks,
Works battery holder,
Complete screw kit.

These are all new in packets and I am waiting on more to come so as soon as I have all the New Works stuff I will post pictures........:thumbsup:

[xfactor]

The gearbox is now built. All went together again really well. All new screws to the complete gearbox fitted.:D

Looking a little better than when first removed.:thumbsup:

[DerbyDan]

Front wishbones,
Rear Works Pivot blocks,
Complete screw kit.


Looking good Mark so far!.... if you ever come across anymore of the above parts please let me know... i'm slowly going around replacing the plastics on my Works Cougar;

http://www.tamiyaclub.com/getuserimage.asp?t=&id=img28990_21092010165946_1.jpg

[NeilRalph77]

Just out of curiosity do you need to shave the front wishbones slightly to fit the pin brace or is there a slightly longer hinge pin?

[xfactor]

No Neil,

Its a kit you get and in the kit you get brace, longer hinge pins and E-clips. You dont shave anything matey.

[xfactor]

So why I have been waiting for the new parts to come for the Works (which they have :D) I started to clean up the shocks. First picture is how they were removed from buggy, Second picture how they are now. Fresh oil has been installed as well.

[xfactor]

Forgot to mention, I will be adding pictures later of the new parts I have for the Cougar Works and its very special..........:D:D:D:D:D

[Moozo]

C'mon stop this dangling a carrot crap some of us don't have all day to sit here waiting for you to build a car it only takes an hour for a Cougar:p:p

;)

C.

[xfactor]

:woot: You cant rush PERFECTION my brother PERFECTION.............:D

[Moozo]

We'll see ;);)

[DerbyDan]

Forgot to mention, I will be adding pictures later of the new parts I have for the Cougar Works and its very special..........:D:D:D:D:D

Ooooh! Don't keep us in suspense! :woot:

P.S; I got your message - maybe I should have explained that I'm looking for NIP or un-used parts ;)

[CATS]

Think I might know;)

[Moozo]

Think I might know;)


I Know you do...;)

[xfactor]

So here it is,

I have managed to get hens teeth......:thumbsup: Yes its a new Cougar 2 Works chassis in packet.

I would like to Thank CATS for this very special one off part.

[xfactor]

So after getting a New Cougar 2 Works chassis in packet, I have also been able to gain the following new in packet parts for the Cougar 2 Works, including a mod we used to do on the front wheels. This was called a 2WD Twin Track Mod this was 2 bearings in the hub rather than just the standard 1. This would prevent the wheels from play/wobble with the aid of the double bearings.Shown in last picture.

[Moozo]

Mmmmmmmmmm very nice:drool::drool::drool::drool:

[NeilRalph77]

No Neil,

Its a kit you get and in the kit you get brace, longer hinge pins and E-clips. You dont shave anything matey.

Bugger! guess I'm looking for some longer hinge pins now! any idea on part numbers? I got the brace, cheers Moozo!

[DerbyDan]

Very nice - well Jealous!:D (especially of your chassis)

I've got the twin bearing mod on my Works - really helps take out the slop in the front wheels :)

[Northy]

What is this twin bearing mod?

Didn't a lot of people use RC10 caster blocks, steering arms and wheels back in the day?

G

[Moozo]

Bugger! guess I'm looking for some longer hinge pins now! any idea on part numbers? I got the brace, cheers Moozo!

Thinks its the 44m ones you need mate....u1425

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Schumacher-Pivot-Pin-Grooved-44mm-x-1-8-U1425-/251228699902

[xfactor]

Hi Northy,

Yes that was something else that was done 25 degree cast with hubs RC10 off the Team car.with RC10 wheels....... But also the 2WD Twin track was used.

Its basically 2 bearings in the front hub, When I start the build I will high light this part so all can see.

[Moozo]

There's still one of these mods out there, but its a bit pricey

http://www.acornmodels.co.nz/products/radio-control-cars-spares/schumacher-r,c-spares/3506/

[BORMAC]

Nice! The right parts are all still around (at the RIGHT price that is).

[DerbyDan]

Twin bearing mod Vs standard - the bearing mod also widens the track slightly.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v228/DerbyDan/DSC00145-2.jpg

[xfactor]

After some careful examination of the shock towers between the Works and Team plus new carbon towers of fybre lyte reproductions there is a few changes between them.

The Team rear tower has 6 holes for shock positions.
The Works rear tower has 5,,,,, 3 at bottom and 2 at the top, also the cut shape of the Works rear tower is different to the Team.

Fybre Lyte make carbon towers but these are the Team versions. Do you know if they make the Works version of the rear tower. Have any of you had them made...... as they only show one type of tower on the site (Team).

[xfactor]

Hi all,

Just a little update. Some of the bits I was waiting for have turn up today so I will be starting the build shortly.:D

I am still waiting on a few little bits but this wont stop the build. :thumbsup:

[xfactor]

All parts ready to start build tomorrow.

New parts in packets are,

Chassis :D
Rear Works wishbones.
Rear Works hubs.
Rear Works bulkhead.
Rear Works hinge pin blocks.
Rear Works outer hinge pins.
Rear Works inner hinge pins.

And the original Works carbon fybre rear tower. Cant wait to start this......:D

Click to enlarge.......

[Moozo]

I don't even like carrot's c'mon already:p:p

C.

[tyreman]

Have you thought about contacting schumacher about parts??

[xfactor]

I did Bry, They only have what is listed which isnt much now :D

[xfactor]

So been a little bizzzzzzzy today, but had a little time to prep myself and open the bag to the new chassis......:D Then opened all the new in packet parts for the start of the rear end. New wishbones, pivot blocks, rear hubs, hinge pins inner and outer fitted. OH and my new purple nuts..........:D

Click to enlarge pics.........

[xfactor]

So been working on the Works tonight. Polished up the alloy rollers and fitted them to the diff so gearbox is ready for install. Bulkhead has had ballstuds fitted and wing mounts this will be the next to be installed tomorrow Oh and new purple nuts...............:D

Click on pics to enlarge.....

[xfactor]

I have managed to get a little time on the Works. I have started to build up the rear and front ends. I have also fitted the ballraced steering to front of chassis.

Oh and new purple nuts.............:D

Its now starting to look like a Cougar Works..............:D

Click to enlarge pics.

[OptimaFan]

Does this car also remind you of a Prince song? ;)


But it's starting to look tasty, keep it up!

[NeilRalph77]

Little Red Corvette?

[OptimaFan]

Little Red Corvette?


Close. :D

[Peakey]

When doves cry ?

[xfactor]

Purple rain......:D

[xfactor]

So the Works is coming on now. I have fitted the front end to the chassis. New wishbones,hinge pins, bulkhead and brace. All screws are brand new fitted the Works. Gearbox installed showing polished roller driveshafts in last picture.

Oh and new purple nuts..........:lol:

[CAT3K]

That looks great :thumbsup: Any plans to replace the plastic gearbox bearing holders with the alloy versions?

[xfactor]

Thank you CAT3K, It would be nice, but i have only seen one for sale on Ebay and that was 20 pound. Its only going on the shelf anyway.......:D

[DerbyDan]

Mmm - Purple! Its making me want to buy a Dairy Milk at lunchtime... but i've given up choc bars for lent :eh?:

I love seeing all the new parts being assembled... there won't be ,uch left from the original car by the time you've finished!

[xfactor]

Dan dont worry mate. I will have 2 bars one for you and one for me.......:thumbsup:

All going together nice Dan. Just polishing the turnbuckles up as we speak. I will put up before and after pictures of the turnbuckles when finished....

[Peakey]

Very nice and shiny :woot: remind me again why you bought one to restor when you have just built one out of new parts?:thumbsup:

[xfactor]

Very nice and shiny :woot: remind me again why you bought one to restor when you have just built one out of new parts?:thumbsup:

Hi Peaky.

You would like me to remind you why I bought a Cougar 2 Works to restore/rebuild no promblemo.

Ok I ran the Cougar 2 Team and Works back in 1991 and 1993 when both were released as stated. After seeing Chrissy C rebuild it brought back fond memories as stated, and I wanted both cars again. I put a wanted for both cars in the wanted section but got no replies. Then Chrissy C stated there was some on Ebay. I searched Ebay and got the Cougar 2 Team, which I did a thread on.

Now for the Cougar 2 Works, this was the daddy of the Cougar 2s so still wanted one. After searching Ebay WOW there was one. So i bid like everyone else and won it.

I was,

1. Very lucky to get a Works
2. Get spares with the Works as shown at start of this thread.

So once getting the Works I went to work replacing parts that were needed. This is what I intended on doing from the start. I was also very lucky to find the parts new in packet that I did.

The parts I have replaced have need to be replaced. The gearbox is original along with plates, internals, slipper, bumper,front top bracket, steering assembly and ballraced steering to name a few.

I know that there are guys/girls on here that are still looking for stuff to replace there plastics on there Cougar 2 Works. But like stated I have been very lucky to get all parts I needed so quickly.

Alot of the Cougar2 Works is still the original parts but this is what I thought it was about rebuilding or restoring buggies searching and finding new parts which is what I have done.

I have had alot of help from oople member's on here with parts who I have thanked along the way on each build.

Like yourself you are searching for parts for your new build and I for one have sold you a vintage part.:thumbsup:

I dont not think you could buy all parts separate and build a Cougar Works from scratch, you would not get box,instructions and all paper work either. But I may be wrong.

Hope this helps you if there is anything else you need reminding of please post again..........


Oh and more photos coming of new parts for the Cougar 2 Works that turned up today............:D

[xfactor]

So been polishing up the original turnbuckles. Picture on left before, right is after. Just a little more polishing before they are fitted to the Cougar.

[xfactor]

So been building up the new 2wd twin track steering mod. This is 1 of the mods we used back in the day. This was to stop the float and wobble of the front wheels. After running the Cougars for a while the wheels would generate play. As mentioned in a previous post, the other mod that people did was to fit castor blocks,axles,steering arms,bearings and associated RC10 wheels all parts from the RC10.

But here we have the Schumacher Twin Track Bearing Mod.........:D

[OptimaFan]

Shame those black metal turnbuckles always tend to rust. I like the dark metal color these have when new, but shiny probably is better than rusty.

[Peakey]

Shiny is always better. And that part turned up today safe and sound thanks mark :thumbsup:

[xfactor]

Nice one :thumbsup:

[xfactor]

So carrying on with the build I have fitted a new battery holder, original front shock tower, original hubs steering arms and new twin track mod.

Oh and nearly forgot new purple nuts........:thumbsup:

[xfactor]

Today I have had a few little bits come for the Cougar. These are new JCracing wheels Black and White dish and a new Cougar 2 body and wing set by steve_haskins on here. The first one was a excellent fit and quality and with the paint job really looked the part.

The paint scheme will be almost the same as the Team but with little changes.:D

[xfactor]

So a few weeks back I put up a new thread asking for interest on a new Cougar 2 Works Gear Cover.

Well there wasn't any really :lol::lol: a part from 1 my brother Moozo.:thumbsup: Here are the first pictures of the new gear cover and must say perfect !!!!!!!!!!!

This will be fitted to my Works once fitted pictures of course...........:thumbsup:

[DerbyDan]

Damn you!!!:D

[Moozo]

Well you doing it again......very nice build on a great looking car, can't wait to see the finished product :thumbsup::thumbsup:

[Moozo]

Is this why it takes you so long long to build them.........

In my house trying to catch a F*****G Chinchilla

:p:p:p

[xfactor]

You Lovin it Dan................:D

Moozo my brother glad you liking the build im lovin it............:D

Moozo my brother HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHHAHA I have a story about that flaming grey ball of fluff !!!!!!!!!

[xfactor]

The Cougar has now got the original turnbuckles fitted after being re-polished back to there standard colour/shine, also fitted are the original turnbuckle ends (black). The shocks are now fitted with the original springs and complete shocks are original that came with the cougar.The stand offs, balls and washers are all original.

The shock towers fitted are both original. The front was a little rough on the edges, so I have lightly rubbed down the edges to bring back a nice smooth edge.

I have the full original spring kit but went with full yellows all round.

The battery holder is new, but the battery strap is original.

Oh and of course new purple nuts.............:D

[xfactor]

So next up is the new gear cover to fit, slipper assembly, wheels and tyres and then on to the paint of the body,wing and nose...........:thumbsup:

[xfactor]

Ok so on to the gear cover and I must say its a perfect fit. The slipper assembly is the original with the original spur gear 89t new screws and of course the LAST PURPLE NUT !!!!!!!!!! :D

I have decided not to paint the body, wing and nose on the Works but to leave them clear.

........:thumbsup:

Click pics to enlarge.......

[xfactor]

So all finished. These are the pictures of the Cougar 2 Works. I have decided not to paint the body and just leave it clear. I think its a massive improvement from when I first had it turn up. Here are the before pictures and finish pictures of the chassis.

The Cougar Works has had a lot of the plastics renewed with original Schumacher parts I could fined, but also managed to keep a lot of the original parts to. Parts are,

New,
Front wishbones
Front hinge pin brace
Front hinge pins
Front 2wd twin track mod
Front bulkhead.
Screws to the Works
Front wheels and rear wheels schumacher aerodisc.
Front 2 row stud GREEN
Rear spike RED

New chassis
New battery holder

New rear wishbones
New rear hubs
New pivot blocks
New hinge pins

Re-pro Gear cover
Alloy rollers

Original parts

Rear bumper
Battery bar/strap
Side plates
Gear box transmission
Complete internals gearbox
Slipper assembly
Rear shock tower
Rear wing mounts

Front top bracket
Front hubs and steering arms
Front steering assembly with ball raced steering.
Front shock tower
Turnbuckles
Turnbuckle ends
Ball studs
Ball races
Complete shocks including fixings and springs

Oh and new PURPLE NUTS !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!:D

Hope you guys and girls enjoyed it as much as I did..........:)

Click to enlarge pictures

[OptimaFan]

Hot looking chassis indeed. Nice!

[xfactor]

Thank you Optima4Ever...............:thumbsup:

[Danny]

Awesome work! :) The Cougar 2 Works was what tempted me back into racing in '94 and I raced it in '94/'95, then in 2000-ish and again in 2007 untill one of the rear wishbones finally wore through. Great to see the brand new chassis you have there with no scratch marks haha. Was possibly my favorite car i've ever owned and handles very similarly to a B4 imo.

[xfactor]

Thanks Danny, I know what you mean. There is just something about the Cougar 2 Works. I cant put my finger on it. I think like so many there is just something about it.............:thumbsup:

[MHeadling]

Looks fantastic, great job! :thumbsup:

[xfactor]

Thanks Mark...........:thumbsup:

[Peakey]

It dose look very sexy what paint job are you going for or is that the next surprise.


And then when is this one going up for sale:thumbsup:

[xfactor]

hhahahahahahahaha Read the first line of post 92........:thumbsup: Its not up for sale, but then again everything has a price.....;)

[Groomi]

Looks like you've done a great job. :)

So what's the deal with the gear cover? Are there any more available?

[Peakey]

hhahahahahahahaha Read the first line of post 92........:thumbsup: Its not up for sale, but then again everything has a price.....;)

:blush:that's what happens when you just skim through things hmmm must pay more attention

[xfactor]

Looks like you've done a great job. :)

So what's the deal with the gear cover? Are there any more available?

Thank you Groomi for your comments...

So the Gear Covers.

I have put a thread up on this vintage section about interest, but got only one reply.

These will be made in a LIMITED amount only when they are gone thats it !!!!.

Anymore info on these Works gear covers please contact steve_haskins on this forum via pm..................:thumbsup:

I must say they are a excellent fit so if you want one pm him Moozo you have 1 already my brother.............:thumbsup:

[DerbyDan]

Thank you Groomi for your comments...

So the Gear Covers.

I have put a thread up on this vintage section about interest, but got only one reply.

These will be made in a LIMITED amount only when they are gone thats it !!!!.

Anymore info on these Works gear covers please contact steve_haskins on this forum via pm..................:thumbsup:

I must say they are a excellent fit so if you want one pm him Moozo you have 1 already my brother.............:thumbsup:

Definately need me one of them.. will PM Steve @ Penguin :thumbsup:

[xfactor]

Go for it Dan, they are very very good.........:thumbsup:

[DerbyDan]

Go for it Dan, they are very very good.........:thumbsup:

Steve has an e'mail ;)

I don't doubt the quality of his work - the JRX2 & Double X shells that he sells were from my donated originals :) & I have a box of various other shells ready to be painted (Cougar2, ProCat, FatCat, Meteor etc)

[Peakey]

So how dose it look now ? Has it got wheels and is the shell on I wanna see pal :confused:

[xfactor]

Hi Peaky,

I will fit body,wing,nose, wheels and tyres and put pics up Sunday matey. The body etc.... will be clear as im not painting this one.I have some new original aerodisc wheels front and rear with 2 row stud and mini spikes for the rear.

I will fit the new black JCracing wheels with the same tyres and put pics up with the black rims on as well..............:thumbsup:

[Peakey]

Oooooooo I wanna see. Is there now a cougar shaped hole on the shelf now the other has gone :cry:

[xfactor]

So the Cougar 2 Works is finished. These are the last pictures of the rebuild/restore. As you can see I have fitted brand new aerodisc wheels and also black new JCracing wheels.

The body, wing, nose and wheels tyres are all fitted. I think it looks stunning now complete and really happy with the finish of the whole Cougar 2 Works.

Click pictures to enlarge !!!!!!!!!!!!!! This is the end of the build so I hope you enjoy them.......... :thumbsup:

[john73]

Very nice !
I have enjoyed following the build, Thank you

[xfactor]

Thank you John for your comments matey.............:thumbsup:

[Crashtest33]

Stunning pal!! Looks like a feature car.

[Peakey]

It looks really really good pal. When's it going up for sale:thumbsup:

[andoiwebb]

He's already sold it!

[xfactor]

Thanks for the kind words guys,:thumbsup: (andiowebb) Its NOT SOLD !!!!!!!!! As it hasnt gone up for sale.:thumbdown:

[Peakey]

I give it a fortnight :p:thumbsup:

[xfactor]

Would have to be a BIG OFFER !!!! for me to sell this rare beast. Not only is the Cougar 2 Works rare, this is U453. A lot of Schumacher collectors and enthusiast did not even know this model exists, and to have box,instructions,paperwork and original spring kit to back it up......YEAH BABY.........:thumbsup:

[OptimaFan]

Great looking final result.

[NeilRalph77]

Superb matey, and again cheers for the parts help, may be I should send you mine! but black wheel urgh! I'd stick with the aero disc's

[xfactor]

No probs matey a pleasure. I agree aerodiscs all the way, Im not keen on the black either if I speak the truth, but a nice little extra to the kit being JCracing wheels.........:thumbsup:

[DerbyDan]

Absolutely stunning in all its newness!! The Works Cougar2 is in my opinion one of the best looking off road buggies of all time - & your build Mark, certainly adds fuel for this claim!

The only problem is that I've now realised that I've got the incorrect grey shock cartridges - not the white ones that seem to be correct for the Cougar2/Bosscat era Schumachers :confused:

[CAT3K]

Absolutely stunning in all its newness!! The Works Cougar2 is in my opinion one of the best looking off road buggies of all time - & your build Mark, certainly adds fuel for this claim!

The only problem is that I've now realised that I've got the incorrect grey shock cartridges - not the white ones that seem to be correct for the Cougar2/Bosscat era Schumachers :confused:

Don't worry about the white ones, go straight for the purple alloy versions. They work much better :) U1818 if you are looking for any, there's a few shops that still have them in stock.

Paul.

[DerbyDan]

Don't worry about the white ones, go straight for the purple alloy versions. They work much better :) U1818 if you are looking for any, there's a few shops that still have them in stock.

Paul.

.... actually that was my plan.. but the U1818s seemed to have dissapeared from the usual sources, any ideas?:(

[Moozo]

http://www.modelmaniacsonline.co.uk/products.php?ProductID=7513&Title=Schumacher+Riot%3A+Purple+Alloy+Shock+Seal+H ousing+(pr)+-+U1818

[xfactor]

Thank you Dan, have to agree, there is something about the Cougar 2 Works. It maybe the purple with the carbon, I just dont know but your rite matey it has to be one of or if not the best looking buggies of all time.......:thumbsup:

[DerbyDan]

http://www.modelmaniacsonline.co.uk/products.php?ProductID=7513&Title=Schumacher+Riot%3A+Purple+Alloy+Shock+Seal+H ousing+(pr)+-+U1818

Thanks Mick for the link.... I ordered two pairs last night - but just got a message saying that they've only got one packet left :( ..... so I need to find a further pair from somewhere.

[Peakey]

Ha ha ha so it's only took 3 weeks and it's burning a hole in the shelf :D good luck with it pal hope it gets what I deserves :thumbsup:

[xfactor]

HAHAHAHAHAHAHA Cheers Peaky :thumbsup:

[Steeledge]

Great thread, enjoyed the restorations to one of my all time favorite rc cars and IMO one of the greatest 2wd's of all time. A couple of weeks ago, thanks to a fellow oopel, schumacher fan, I located a cougar2 team(red chassis) and a few weeks before that, picked up a top cat. I was thinking of using the red chassis for the top cat and some other parts from the C2t but not sure at this point. Anyway, quick question to you or anyone in this thread, as I'm new to the restoration process. What are some of the best ways to clean up the chassis's and any of the aloy parts for that matter?

I can start my own thread if it's a bother

[xfactor]

Hi matey,

I also did a thread on here for a Cougar 2 Team. It shows chassis and the magical work of RichyUK on here and his HYDRO-DIPPING. Richy sorted my chassis in a purple carbon effect from a used scratched red team chassis. Take a look at that thread I did, and see the chassis. Stunning work from RichyUK....:thumbsup: