MR-02MM on the way..First upgrades?

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[redbarton]

I have one of these in transit to me.  I have about $50 that I can add to it for upgrades.  What should I do first?  I assume tires first?  Motor too?  If so, what is the right one?  Suggestions would be much appreciated!

[briankstan]

Here is what I would start with.

Tires:
PN 6* treaded Rears

PN 10* fronts

I personally like the 15* for a little push

PN 15* fronts

Bearings

HFAY 70T Motor

then go for some stainless king pins and then springs.

[briankstan]

Rod,  I'll compile a list of all the parts that I put on Andy car for you.

I should have everything in stock that you will need.  I can get you a price and bring everything with me to work and you can pick it up.   Or if you'd like you can drop off your car and I can set it up for you.   Just let me know how you want to do it.

[redbarton]

Sounds good.  I'll probably have to break it up into part I & part II.  I made a quick list myself earlier and it came out to somewhere around $150-175.

[Russ]

Definately get some tires first. For $50 to start I would get 2 pairs rears PN RRR06 work great. Then I would get some fronts. I like RRF08 radials or RSF06 slicks but others like a little harder tire for a bit of push so get a couple to try out and see what you like. Then I would definately get some bearings. I like the (PN 600120 $8.95) cheapie's myself but you have to clean them out good. I run mine dry. You can polish your stock king pins and that works great. You might want to get a spring set for the front, they are cheap and can help tune the car to your likeing. I like the low down kind (MR2090) for a little front droop. 

So to break it down (in my opinion of importance) for $50 or less:

1. Tires 2 front 2 rear = $15.96
2. Bearings $8.95
3. King pins polish $free (if you have the polish and a drill or dremel)
4. Springs $5.99 (I have a set of low down springs for $5 brand new if interested)
5. Wheel nuts $3.99 (not necessasary but nice to have)
6. T-Plates Set $11.95 (PN MR2023)(not necassary but nice to have)
Total $46.84 plus tax or shipping, less discount?.

Next steps would usually be something like:
1. Differential
2. Disc Damper
3. Motor Pod
4. PN70t motor

[briankstan]

Russ, 

he had asked that I setup the car the same as I setup Andy's car.   He Test drove it on Saturday and really liked how it handles. it's the same setup that I have on my car with the exception of the PN A-Arm.  We went with 1 degree knuckles and 1 degree caster with PN 6 rears and 15 fronts.  it's a very neutral car.  We had 10 fronts on it initially and it was just a little twitchy.  the 15's calmed it right down.

I'll post the complete setup here when I have time to type it all out.

[briankstan]

Here is Andy Complete Setup that is on His MR-02 MM Car

It’s setup at 98mm Wheel base

Full Bearings

Rear:
PN Diff with Ceramic bearings and PN Ultra Light weight shaft
PN 94/98 Multi Length Motor mount.
PN Graphite Multi Length damper,  sanded plate and disk with 2000 grit. (removed all sharp edged) Blue spring on top / Green on Bottom.
PN Dual Action Top Shock.
PN 6* Radials

Front:
Stainless Kingpins
2* Knuckles ( I personally like 1*)
1* Caster Bar
Yellow low Down Springs,  with limiter and stock preload bushing installed.
PN 15* Slicks

[redbarton]

Thanks for taking the time to type out this list, Brian.  Now the bad news...My car won't be here until 1/6.

Does anyone use the WTF by Reflex Racing?

http://www.reflexracing.net/proddetail.asp?prod=RX1135BL

Just curious...

[briankstan]

it's a good setup for a mod car.  the it allow you to have the +3 offset with running 0 offset wheels.  it's too wide for most of the stock bodies.

[briankstan]

when you car arrives let me know what you want to do and I can help you select the right parts for it...

[redbarton]

UPS shows it out for delivery today.  Woohoo!  I'll post an update later when I see what I have to work with.  I know it has a few upgrades, but I'm not sure which.

I don't think I'll make racing tomorrow, but I'm planning on Saturday.

I'm also trying to track down a Mini Giant.  There's a used one on Ebay right now I might bid on.  I've always wanted one.  This gives me a good excuse to buy one finally.

[briankstan]

the mini giants are sure fun,  they are very durable as well.  Unless you go crazy (I do that sometimes). 

As for the car,  do you have pics or a link and I can see what is on it.?

[Russ]

I'm also trying to track down a Mini Giant.  There's a used one on Ebay right now I might bid on.  I've always wanted one.  This gives me a good excuse to buy one finally.

The only Mini Giant on ebay has been on there for some time you might want to offer the seller like $80 shipped or something. Its got a few nice hop-ups on it so I would say its pushing the limit at $95 shipped but decent. I saw one go just the other day for about $50 shipped. They come up every now and then so If you arent in a hurry just keep your eyes peeled. I usually will post up on SLMZ whenever I find a good deal on a Mini Giant or a Helios radio. Just keep an eye out on the private general discussion for the "Good Deals I found on Ebay" thread.

P.S. FYI I got a bunch of stock replacment parts for the Mini Monters.

[redbarton]

As for the car,  do you have pics or a link and I can see what is on it.?

My wife gave me a call at work and said the package has arrived.  Woot!  I'll be home in about 2 hours and will post up some pics then.

The only Mini Giant on ebay has been on there for some time you might want to offer the buyer like $80 shipped or something. Its got a few nice hop-ups on it so I would say its pushing the limit at $95 shipped but decent. I saw one go just the other day for about $50 shipped. They come up every now and then so If you arent in a hurry just keep your eyes peeled. I usually will post up on SLMZ whenever I find a good deal on a Mini Giant or a Helios radio. Just keep an eye out on the private general discussion for the "Good Deals I found on Ebay" thread.

P.S. FYI I got a bunch of stock replacment parts for the Mini Monters.

Thanks for the info Russ.  I agree that $95 shipped is a little steep for that one (with the Hummer body) currently on eBay.  I can do better.  I'll also keep an eye on that thread you mentioned.

[redbarton]

Okay, here's what I got...



The upgrades are slim, but it's a start.  It has bearings, aluminum wheel nuts, an FRP T-Plate, and an Atomic Stock Motor.  There are also a few spare parts in a bag like a motor pod, pinions, and some used tires.  A few tools too...

I also picked this up for it:



It all seems to work.  Let the upgrades begin!

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