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Nevin said:

Roop you git Are you some sort of closet millionaire? If I spent that much on stuff (which I would love to do) I couldn't afford to keep myself in pies.

I wish. All about priorities really. I don't smoke or drink a lot, I don't drive an expensive car and I don't take expensive holidays. The toys are only expensive if you pay too much for them. Buy the right models at the right price and they will continue to increase in value as they are rare. The new ones always go down hence my stash of vintage r/c toys. Even the opportunity cost is offset by the inflation in value. I suppose I could sell them all and get a Boxster to tool round in, but I'd miss the toys...! You buy Hollands and I buy Kyosho...!

What I would like one day is a large scale heli like the R22 or a turbine model. Too much $$$'s though.

[Nevin]

Yeah, that's fair enough I suppose. On balance, I actually have a ton of stuff but its not quite as focused as your collection. Will take pictures at some point.

I love the Vario turbine stuff, but as you say it costs a fortune.

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Nevin said:

Yeah, that's fair enough I suppose. On balance, I actually have a ton of stuff but its not quite as focused as your collection. Will take pictures at some point.

Excellent, love to see some of it.

Nevin said:

I love the Vario turbine stuff, but as you say it costs a fortune.

Gorgeous. I'd love a gasser R22 or a Turbine Bell 222 or A109P. sublime

[Davi]

Fixed wing:

Own design Cap232
2 3DX's
own design pylon racer
middle phase glide
nanofloh (when it's built)
Own design Ultimate Bipe



Helis:
X400 carbon
HubDave carbon Trex
Eco8 - heavily modded (and for sale)
own design sub-micro

Raptor 30, modded a bit since this was taken


Cars:
Traxxas revo
Tamiya Brat (awaiting restoration)



>> Edited by Davi on Thursday 1st June 10:14

[FUBAR]

A mate sent me a 5meg video of someone flying a small rc plane inside a gymnasium. How can I post it up so you guys can see it? I couldnt drive my rc buggy in that space, let alone fly a 'plane!

Vid is titled Benoit in case you've already seen it

[Davi]

I fly the micro copter and a couple of 3D planes in my lounge when I'm feeling bored/irresponsible Mostly just prop hanging with the planks though as the missus gets upset when I brake things (her ornaments, not my planes )

[Nevin]

Here's what I've got lying around just now. Everyting else is in storage as I'm between homes, but this covers most of it:

Tamiya Renault Alpine A110


Tamiya Lancia 037 Rally (Unfinished)


Tamiya Baja King (yes, I know the colours are appalling)


Kyosho RC Bike


Tokyo Marui BB Firing Tank


Graupner E-Trainer


Powered RC Glider


My first scratchbuilt boat to no particular scale or design, just trying to see what I could do.


My current project, a scratchbuilt PT boat. Will be a lot better and more detailed than my first effort


Will try and get some pictures of my Ikarus Piccolo up when I find it

[Davi]

oooOO! boats, forgot about them!

Got a Scratch built Riva Aquarama as well.

Haven't got any pics of it finished (probably cos it still needs a few bits doing) but here's one from a fair while back:

www.rcgroups.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=217838

[4WD]

I used to run 1/8 nitro in '86 when I was 12. Then I went through tons of rc cars until I could drive at 17. Now I'm only just getting back into modelling with properly hand built planes from plans. Current one is only 30" span, full 4ch, running a jewel of a micro engine - PB 033. It's designed to quickly unassemble into small parts to fit in a case for my car boot. Perfect for summer evenings in cornfields

Edited by 4WD on Thursday 15th June 16:54

Edited by 4WD on Thursday 15th June 16:56

[Uriel]

Tamiya King Hauler. All electrical goodies, lights, sounds, cab vibrate etc. Missing an indicator lens



Shumacher Procat (IIRC a limited edition that came with a few upgraded parts, 2.2 inch wheels etc). I do have the rear wing, but o-rings that hold it on snapped.

[Stubby Pete]

Schumacher xtr 21 (3 speed 2wd) with WRC Peugeot 206 shell.

HPI Savage with hot parts inc K&N Filter Ally pipe etc.

Also at the moment, my son's Traxxas T Max.

I recently fitted a mini "nanny" camera to the front of the Savage and can now drive it around Dartmoor from the comfort of a car using a mini TV. Confuses people quite a bit but great fun.

[Stewart-83]

I am a novice RC dude, I have got a Traxxas Nitro 4-tec (60mph)touring car and a Traxxas Revo (45mph) monster truck. Both have a few hop ups etc.

If any of you guys crave some RC laughs then check out www.simplyrc.com This site is a novice enthusiasts site so all are welcome whether thinking of buying something or an expert collector. Note to expert collectors - please join as we need some advice etc!

[4WD]

Finally finished this from plans. Features my own design wing and hand cut vinyl graphics. Playstation fans might recognise Wipeout, which may well happen on it's maiden flight :P

Edited by 4WD on Tuesday 27th June 14:57

Edited by 4WD on Tuesday 27th June 15:01

[FUBAR]

Wipfout?



Only pulling yer plonker dude

[4WD]

That's the original mk1 wipeout logo

[FUBAR]

4WD said:

That's the original mk1 wipeout logo

I had the Mk 1 Wipeout...I was bloody useless at it

[4WD]

So was I actually. I thought it might be an amusing name for the plane though. I was always better at N64 pod racing

[dc53]

own a hpi pro 4 hara
every mod been fitted
raced in 27 stock
flying machine
and also a tt01 rolling chassis

[busby]

Not exactly "What I have got" , more like "What I want " .

I am looking at buying a HotBodies Lightning GT - a sort of hybrid between a stadium and a Monster truck .
Just wondered if anybody on here has any experience with one ?

It would be my first Nitro , so would be asking you guys for advice on Running in / Tuning on a regular basis !!!

Edited by busby on Monday 31st July 14:19

[R1 GTR]

Hi guys, got a HPI Pro4 but iv lost interest in the racing so if anyone wants one iv got everything you need to race ready to be sold.

Edited by R1 GTR on Monday 14th August 13:46