Road Crew Expansion: Lucky Mach 1, Cheater Challenger

LUCKY MACH 1 Don’t you jes’ LOVE it when you’re cruising ePay for something specific and you stumble upon an incredible deal that looks almost too good to be true? Usually when something looks too good to be true, it is; but sometimes, you get lucky! Such was the case the night I happened uponContinue reading “Road Crew Expansion: Lucky Mach 1, Cheater Challenger”

NEW BUILDS: “Pantera Party” Round 3 – “War Hammer”

Aaaaaand here is the 3rd of 4 RRR Pantera GT5’s I’m adding to my sports car fleet! This one is bright orange, another color that may seem dated today but was not uncommon on the original real thing in the early 70s. I don’t recall ever seeing a real 80s era GT5 this color, butContinue reading “NEW BUILDS: “Pantera Party” Round 3 – “War Hammer””

Extending the Life of a Dying Motor: Further Thoughts on Brush to Commutator Issues

The author revisits the importance of maintaining T-Jet motors, particularly the impact of brush replacement on performance. By sharing experiences with two vintage cars, the olive green Riviera and yellow ’67 Ford Galaxie XL500, they illustrate how replacing or cleaning brushes can prevent overheating and prolong motor life, emphasizing ongoing maintenance.

NEW BUILDS: Buick GNX – Is it time for some “MODERN MUSCLE” at Drag City???

Thinking outside the box here! Our retired friend from the Model Motoring revival of the early 2000’s (who is on ePay as “ratherboring”) has introduced an irresistible new body that I had to try out! It’s a little small, being made for the short wheelbase, but I knew I had to have it, and lastContinue reading “NEW BUILDS: Buick GNX – Is it time for some “MODERN MUSCLE” at Drag City???”

NEW BUILDS: “Pantera Party” Round 2 – “Solaris”

The 2nd of 4 RRR Pantera GT5’s I’m adding to my sports car fleet, I ordered this one in yellow since I think that’s a color the real car looks good in, but I was a little disappointed when it arrived and I saw it in person; this isn’t the shade of yellow I wasContinue reading “NEW BUILDS: “Pantera Party” Round 2 – “Solaris””