Very nice!

Hey Graham, have you seen orange body clips?

It was black. Need replace or not??

My Car for 2015


http://s14.directupload.net/images/141001/g8zjepyx.jpg

http://s14.directupload.net/images/141001/jn4v9ibv.jpg

http://s7.directupload.net/images/141001/ycs8bqq7.jpg

If they're flat, you're good to go.

I know Ive seen talk about the losi clutch. So what from that are people using? The whole thing like flywheel,shoes,springs and clutch bell?

If so,what is the setup? I see one already comes pre assembled with 2 carbon and 2 alum shoes.

Ok, i was pretty sure they didn't. I have compared the orings bag to bag and didn't see it working.. but someone mentioned that it did... so i thought I would ask.

yes, I run the full set up that you mentioned in the buggy with the steel flywheel.
in truggy I use the stock tekno flywheel with losi shoes and springs.

I run Buku now but when I ran the losi clutch, I ran the Dynamite Max Life shoes because they last way longer and theres no noticable difference in performance, as for the setup, well thats up to you and your track but i would start with two soft and two medium. Losi's springs suck cus the colors all look the same BUT the losi clutch rebuild kit is an awesome investment, comes with tons of springs, clutch shoes, clutch pins, etc... If you have any questions please feel free to pm me and I can help you out

As mentioned, if they are flat, which they are then you are good to go, mine look like that as well, I believe they were only made the darker color so they were easy to distinguish from the softer silver ones.

Don't be mad at me for helping haha! these ones are cheap at least:

http://www.stormerhobbies.com/cgi-bi...l?pn=RCE1055FO

Few other companies make them as well, I am sure if you google orange body clips you will find a bunch.

So I saw others reply but one thing I havent seen mentioned yet: TUNING DRIVER and Laser Temp Gun. For anyone new to nitro this is a must have. You will also want to have or know someone with a heat gun otherwise your engine break in will be ripe with frustration and using a driver to un stick your flywheel OR spend $40-$60 and have Rex at RW, Uriah at Murnan, Neal at Clockworks break it in. I buy my FXs from Rex and he does a great job with break in, highly recommend. I would recommend you break in an engine yourself at least once but maybe for the first time just get an engine that you know is broke in correctly so you dont get frustrated and hate nitro.

Starter Box:
Ofna or Protek. I have the Protek and it takes some trial and error to get it set right but once you do its ultra reliable. I recommend removing the engine to set you starter box.

Switch:
If you go the mechanical switch route then make sure you buy a dust cover, hitec switch and a cover such as LOSA4419 or OFN10280. When turning off and on, push from the base of the switch and it will last much longer. I prefer the electronic switches because they have LED for lipo voltage. If you have the money go with the $50 KO Propo or Kyosho (same switch and has LED light bar to tell voltage and other features) or Xpert which only shows when the Lipo is low which doesnt help if you run 45 min mains but its $15.

Receiver Pack:
Any hump style, I have a trinity, LRP, Protek and one other brand and they all seem to last the same so just pick your favorite brand.

Fuel:
Well, thats one of those questions that will get you 20 different answers but you cant go wrong with Byrons Race 25% which is 11% castor and great for buggy. I run Maxys and think its been incredibly consistent and would recommend any day.

Ignitor:
As mentioned, the HotShots are pretty much the standard, I prefer the Mugen one because you can replace the battery and it has a glow plug meter. I do not like the LRP and Protek ones in which you have to squeeze because often times they have issues. Also if you get one with a replaceable battery, make sure you tighten very well if you replace the battery because otherwise you may have a short and youll think the ignitor doesnt work.

Tools:
I mentioned the stuff that others didn't but just so you have a list:
MIP Tools are great as mentioned but they arent specific to nitro but their 2.5 ball end is no good for mounting engines because the handle is too thick and I am sure you already have the standard metric drivers for your other ktis but for engines I recommend the OS 2.5mm ball end, its designed for engines and has great grabbing power and a slim handle so it doesnt rub the engine head. I am sure you have some needle nose pliers. The tekno turnbuckle wrench is awesome and works on the brake linkage as well. Tools you will want not for a Tekno kit but not nitro specific, 4mm arm reamer.


Stuff others didnt mention:
Fuel Bottle (serpent and kyosho are the best ones, very soft)
Tuning Driver (make sure you get a 120mm or longer one and depending on your engine 4mm or 5mm head)
Temp Gun (home depot)
Heat Gun (home depot)
Pit Bag (Protek makes a great one for cheap)

Feel free to PM when you get the kit for build tips and recommendations.

ready for southern nats!!!!

Looking fresh Mo. I made a few small changes to your setup and finally have it where I want it I think.

Thanks for all the help........you guys have been great.

Hopefully I will have the experience I am hoping for, having fun, which is what this hobby is all about in the end. I love to race but for me having something to tinker with around the house (lots of spare time with a rotating shift work job) is a large part of the hobby. I probably spend way too much money on hop up parts but I have a good time holed up in my man cave. At 48 years old I know I am not going to go out and beat the young guns. As long as I keep getting better and am not one of those guys you don't want on the track with you I am happy.

If I can get into some more over 40 races I will have different goals but until then...........................fun!