Building an RC: Tamiya Super Storm Dragon - Lancia Stratos Dragon - Hornet (Time Lapse)

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  • Опубліковано 17 сер 2021
  • This is a time lapse build of a custom Tamiya Super Storm Dragon adapted into a Lancia Stratos Rally buggy concept. At the end of the video I show the complete results. Of the Tamiya Grasshopper chassis, the Super Storm Dragon (SSD) body in it’s box art form is my least favorite-but I’m sure it’s relevant and admirable to fans of the ‘80s Japanese manga/anime RC series where the Storm Dragon originated from. I also feel the body is too long for the chassis but perhaps that was the intent. It’s probably supposed to represent a slender mythological Eastern Asian dragon but all I can see is Falkor from the Neverending Story. However, I do like the greenhouse (windshield). Whenever I see it one thing comes to mind-the Lancia Stratos HF from the 1970s.
    I wonder if the illustrators of the SSD got inspiration from the Stratos, if they did I wouldn’t be surprised. The Italian Stratos came out in the ‘70s and was purely developed and designed for the World Rally Championship. Designed at Bertone by Marcello Gandini (he also did the Lamborghini Miura and Countach, Ferrari Dino 308 GT4, and De Tomaso Pantera to name a few). Timeline wise, the SSD came out in the early ‘80s and that Stratos’ greenhouse was already an iconic thing. I always thought if an SSD fell on my lap I would frankenstein it into a buggy version of the Stratos. And so over a year ago I came across an SSD on sale for about $86 USD and I couldn’t pass it up.
    I didn’t want to slap stickers and call it a day. I wanted to at least have a little effort in translating it. The SSD body was trimmed and shortened (the Stratos has a relatively short body/wheelbase). I wanted to stay within the rally Stratos color palette and that also meant a careful selection of the parts and electronics color.
    Since I don’t have any off-road track in my area I knew this would run on tarmac or very abrasive surfaces. I installed a Tamiya Super Stock RZ (on-road 23T, 27k RPM) and at least had to upgrade the stock rear dampers with big bore ones (plus 500 damper oil and hard springs) and compress the front springs for a stiffer ride. The rear suspension axle mount was replaced with an aluminum one that can accommodate the beefier dampers. In addition, a longer 8mm T4 Works rear billet aluminum hanger was added with a makeshift mount/brace to lock the rear suspension in place-just like the Grasshopper’s. I feel the Grasshopper performs better on flat surfaces vs the Hornet due to the rear suspension design-the SSD has the Hornet’s. The front arms and suspension brace were upgraded to aluminum, the servo saver/steering rod was replaced with T4works aluminum servo saver and steel turnbuckles. Of course the plastic bushings were all replaced with metal ball bearings. The result is very apparent when running it. It’s quite stable, runs straight and fast, and the suspension just right (not as bouncy). A few caveats: because the front suspension is set very low and the aluminum arms/knuckles are not adjustable, it has more negative camber than I would like. That would probably be an area I would fine tune in the future. The aluminum arms creates some rattling noise as it doesn’t have a snug fit. I think adding rubber sleeves on the connection points to the chassis might solve it. To further improve handling, I need to replace the tires (didn’t have the right ones when I did a test run). And for the first time I tried a Dynamite ESC and I think it’s a tad glitchy. With some more fine tuning work, this setup can be quite a serious basher.
    All this work and parts are not to just add bling. I genuinely wanted to find out what the potential of this iconic beginner chassis is. Ironically, I think it’s not worth it if you just want a simple basher (at least on tarmac/flat surfaces). If you’re going to “casually” run this on flat hard surfaces, I wouldn’t bother with this Hornet/Storm Dragon chassis. I highly recommend going a step down and getting a Grasshopper instead. I’ve built a Grasshopper for someone and tried a variety of motors in it (380, Sport Tuned 380, 540 silver can, and Torque Tuned 540) and once we got to the Torque Tuned motor, it was lively, fun, just right, and relatively precise. In fact, I love how the Torque Tuned Grasshopper drives that I can’t wait to drive it again. However, this Stratos Dragon evolution definitely has more potential.
    Parts:
    Tamiya Super Stock RZ Motor
    KO Propo KR-212FHG receiver
    Dynamite DYNS2210 ESC
    AGFRC B44LS low profile servo
    Metal ball bearings
    Robinson Racing steel pinion gear
    T4 Works: aluminum servo saver, steel turnbuckles, aluminum motor mount, 8mm billet aluminum hanger, aluminum wheel star disk
    YR Big Bore rear dampers
    Generic rear aluminum suspension mount
    Avante front bumper
    M&M rear bumper
    Associated rear wheels
    Schumacher rear tires
    You-G Japan front tires
    Tamiya Black DT02 front and rear wheels
    Tamiya DT02 front tires
    Tamiya Dual Block rear tires
    Tamiya rear hex adapter
    GPM alloy parts (front arms and brace)
    Custom decals

КОМЕНТАРІ • 374

  • @user-rf6lu1xl1r
    @user-rf6lu1xl1r 7 днів тому +2

    Fabulous looking model. I also love the Lancia Stratos. 👏🏻👏🏻

  • @johnband3
    @johnband3 2 роки тому +11

    Now that's what TAMIYA should have released. Looks amazing! Thanks for sharing.

    • @MechanicAfterHours
      @MechanicAfterHours  2 роки тому

      Thanks, John! I appreciate it and thanks for watching.

    • @camdflage
      @camdflage 2 роки тому

      Let’s hope Tamiya and Kyosho release some new designs sometime soon. Personally I’d like to see some APCs, and other military models released.

  • @Zed32_Customs
    @Zed32_Customs 27 днів тому +1

    I appreciate the commitment to a color scheme. Ive always wanted to build a hornet with 100% orange/black aluminium upgrades, but god dam, i could probably buy an avante for that price.

  • @leeit2me
    @leeit2me 2 роки тому +2

    The tried and true Grasshopper/Hornet chassis.. never seems to get old.

  • @hortn123
    @hortn123 2 роки тому +2

    Impeccable build and artistry. Simply a pleasure to watch and witness the development. A true Tamiya custom build from top to bottom

    • @MechanicAfterHours
      @MechanicAfterHours  2 роки тому

      Thanks, hortn123! I appreciate the comment and thanks for watching!

  • @beesod6412
    @beesod6412 2 роки тому +3

    Your builds are on an entirely different level than the majority of builds, Just breath taking, I could watch you build these rigs all day long, Thank you!

    • @MechanicAfterHours
      @MechanicAfterHours  2 роки тому

      Thanks again, Bee Sod! And thank you for watching/supporting the channel ;)!

  • @helixworld
    @helixworld 2 роки тому +1

    I love this time lapse where the dragon turns into a Lancia Stratos. Gold wheels complete the look. You are genius!

    • @MechanicAfterHours
      @MechanicAfterHours  2 роки тому

      Thanks, helixworld! I appreciate the comment and thank you for watching.

  • @handmade76
    @handmade76 2 роки тому +6

    What a result, this is such a fantastic build, attention to detail is amazing

    • @MechanicAfterHours
      @MechanicAfterHours  2 роки тому

      Thanks, Brass Castle RC! I appreciate it and thanks for watching.

  • @TachyonDriver
    @TachyonDriver 2 роки тому +2

    Outstanding artistic interpretation & homage to Lancia's amazing looking Stratos! Thanks for sharing.

    • @MechanicAfterHours
      @MechanicAfterHours  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks, TachyonDriver! I appreciate the words and thanks for watching!

  • @camdflage
    @camdflage 2 роки тому +2

    What an amazing build! Thanks for the inspiration, and sharing some of your techniques and styles.

  • @mrpotatochips8741
    @mrpotatochips8741 2 роки тому +7

    Absolutely impressive. I’m about to start restoring my hornet & watching this has has raised the bar. 👍🏼
    Loving the alloy lower front arms.

    • @MechanicAfterHours
      @MechanicAfterHours  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks, Mr Potato chips! Good luck with the Hornet restoration and thanks for watching!

    • @jabwai
      @jabwai 2 роки тому +2

      my first RC car was a grasshopper that i eventually upgraded to a hornet then bigger motor bigger battery and all kinds of custom mods like steel studded tires etc.. it would shred grass!

  • @KOL630
    @KOL630 Рік тому +2

    Beautiful workmanship. A true professional 👌🏼

  • @mikeyfourbarrel8473
    @mikeyfourbarrel8473 2 роки тому +1

    Gorgeous! The stock decal scheme on this car made me totally overlook the design. You completely transformed this machine!

  • @LawyerPapa
    @LawyerPapa 2 роки тому +1

    It is rare that you can do a better color scheme than Tamiya, except you did it. Very well done.

  • @burman982
    @burman982 2 роки тому +2

    People really don't like this body. But man it as you have shown has great potential. Awesome build.

  • @Richie_r5501
    @Richie_r5501 2 роки тому +2

    Love the way you build your RC vehicles!

    • @MechanicAfterHours
      @MechanicAfterHours  2 роки тому

      Thanks, Race Runner-R! I appreciate the nice words and thank you for watching!

  • @bwjones8903
    @bwjones8903 2 роки тому +1

    Outstanding! And, finally a good reason to own a Grasshopper. Very nicely done.

  • @esmuz
    @esmuz 2 роки тому +2

    Mind-blowing... One of my top 3 of yours. There are few things a like more than sleepers.. The cheaper the car the better to turn it into something amazing and you did it again.

    • @MechanicAfterHours
      @MechanicAfterHours  2 роки тому

      Hey Edu, thanks again and thanks for watching! I hope all is well.

  • @RCnerd74
    @RCnerd74 2 роки тому +1

    That build makes a cheap looking buggy simply awesome😍 Love your work and your creativity👍🏻

    • @MechanicAfterHours
      @MechanicAfterHours  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks, RCnerd74! Thank you for the nice comment and for watching!

  • @JeffersonHumber
    @JeffersonHumber 2 роки тому +8

    When the Hyflex gloves come out you know shits about to get serious 🔥

  • @puertomusumeci1855
    @puertomusumeci1855 2 роки тому +1

    Amazing!!!! I was always a Fan of the stratos. And this result is incredible!

    • @MechanicAfterHours
      @MechanicAfterHours  2 роки тому

      Thanks, Puerto Musumeci! Same here a fan of the Stratos. Thanks for watching.

  • @glideclub9083
    @glideclub9083 2 роки тому +3

    Stunning build, you deserve way more attention for this level of craftsmanship and attention to detail. Keep it up man 💪

    • @MechanicAfterHours
      @MechanicAfterHours  2 роки тому

      Thanks, Rex Morgan! I appreciate it comment and support. Thanks for watching.

  • @JustforFun-xh6ld
    @JustforFun-xh6ld 2 роки тому +9

    Absolutely sensational 👍🏻
    Somebody once told me “You can’t make a Silk Purse from a Sows ear” ,well, obviously nothing could be further from the truth here. Your tool kit is as equally impressive to by the way. Tamiya really need to lift their game with what they turn out with all their
    resources compared to what’s being done here at home. Excellent stuff.

    • @MechanicAfterHours
      @MechanicAfterHours  2 роки тому +2

      Thanks! I appreciate the comment :). I do wish Tamiya made more proper TRF level tools available and accessible. It's so hard to get them (like the TRF drivers) and then they're expensive or discontinued. One day...

  • @Askonti
    @Askonti 2 роки тому +2

    Wait, what?! That vinyl job is awesome! Well done with that classic livery. Really suits the shell. 😶

    • @MechanicAfterHours
      @MechanicAfterHours  2 роки тому

      Thanks, Askonti! I appreciate the comment and thanks for watching.

  • @MrAldo20
    @MrAldo20 2 роки тому +2

    A tamiya buggy I hate the look of to one on the best I have seen! Unbelievable transformation, would never of thought of making a stratos buggy. Maybe your best work yet 👍

    • @MechanicAfterHours
      @MechanicAfterHours  2 роки тому

      Thanks, MrAldo20! I really appreciate the comment. Glad it worked out. And thanks for watching.

  • @scalebuildersguild
    @scalebuildersguild 2 роки тому +3

    Stance is spectacular! Great job sir!

    • @MechanicAfterHours
      @MechanicAfterHours  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks, Scale Builder's Guild! And thank you for watching. Love your videos, by the way.

  • @irritablearchitect
    @irritablearchitect 2 роки тому +19

    Well, after only about 25 seconds, I can already tell you that you've improved on the factory livery by several orders of magnitude, sir.

  • @DewaPoyo
    @DewaPoyo 2 роки тому +2

    Beautiful work. God bless you!

  • @wimdepril6920
    @wimdepril6920 2 роки тому +2

    The Lancia Stratos is in my top 5 best car designs of all time as well next to the Lamborghini Countach, the Ferrari 288 GTO, the Lotus Esprit and the Ferrari F355. I wouldn’t have seen the potential of creating a Stratos hommage in that Tamiya kit but you did. Bravo!

    • @MechanicAfterHours
      @MechanicAfterHours  2 роки тому +2

      Thanks, Wim De Pril! Definitely the Countach is in my top 5 and Esprit is in my top. 288 GTO is up there too. Sadly, I'll only be able day dream about them.

  • @antbeckley5577
    @antbeckley5577 2 роки тому +1

    Awesome work - love the finished build. Well done!

  • @spoiler42ify
    @spoiler42ify 2 роки тому +1

    Very nice! Your builds are getting better and better.

    • @MechanicAfterHours
      @MechanicAfterHours  2 роки тому

      Thanks! I appreciate the comment and definitely that's the goal--to get better.

  • @denny75t
    @denny75t 2 роки тому +1

    Really good work! Excellent components and fantastic resemblance to the Stratos!

  • @ChrisLee-UK
    @ChrisLee-UK 2 роки тому +1

    Outstanding build as always my friend, always a pleasure to watch. Thank you :)

    • @MechanicAfterHours
      @MechanicAfterHours  2 роки тому

      Thanks, Chris! I appreciate the words and support-thanks for watching!

  • @MrCaprinut
    @MrCaprinut 2 роки тому +4

    Wow, just amazing!
    Those is one of the bodies I do not like, but after you work this is how it should have looked from factory.
    And the Stratos livery was just perfect!

    • @MechanicAfterHours
      @MechanicAfterHours  2 роки тому +1

      Thank you for the comment and thanks again for watching!

  • @7eugenio7
    @7eugenio7 2 роки тому +1

    Wow, meravigliosa Buggy Lancia !! Wonderful !!

  • @LucasGeniar
    @LucasGeniar 2 роки тому +1

    Another great build, love the body work modifications

  • @gundamboy195
    @gundamboy195 2 роки тому +1

    God damn man. We got 1 of these on the shelff at work....... gonna have to rewatch for a parts list absolute beauty

  • @dsoupashis
    @dsoupashis 2 роки тому +2

    Amazing, your work is always a pleasure to watch!

  • @daanrutten1176
    @daanrutten1176 2 роки тому +1

    Absolutely amazing, again. Thank you for this beautiful video.

  • @CraigOverend
    @CraigOverend 2 роки тому +2

    Really interesting seeing your technique drawing the design then cutting with the vinyl plotter. The solid rear axle platform and green and red colours brings back memories of my friend's Tamiya Grasshopper, at a time when I had a Marui Hunter with positive rear camber on droop! The Hunter was actually run over by a car and survived, the tub chassis was so strong on those.

    • @MechanicAfterHours
      @MechanicAfterHours  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks, Craig! I remember the Marui Hunter! That's a tough and awesome one. I remember the rear inboard suspension. I wish Marui still made RC cars.

  • @snapshot_rccars
    @snapshot_rccars 2 роки тому +2

    Your work is fantastic and your skills are excellent. Really enjoy your videos and amazed by the endresult. And thanks again for your help! 😊

    • @MechanicAfterHours
      @MechanicAfterHours  2 роки тому +1

      Hey Sergio! Thanks, I appreciate it. Hope the parts get to you soon! Can't wait to see the build.

  • @MikeLouie_TKD
    @MikeLouie_TKD 2 роки тому +1

    Always amazing work! Sincerely mind-boggling the ideas that you can produce. Works of art.

    • @MikeLouie_TKD
      @MikeLouie_TKD 2 роки тому

      Do you have a link of the M&M rear bumper? Searched Google and I am coming up empty.

    • @MechanicAfterHours
      @MechanicAfterHours  2 роки тому

      Thanks, Mike! I appreciate it and thanks again for watching!

    • @MechanicAfterHours
      @MechanicAfterHours  2 роки тому

      Mike, the bumper is vintage and the company doesn’t exists anymore but I looked in ebay and just search for “Vintage Tamiya RC 1980's Grasshopper Hornet Nerf Bar Rear Bumper Hop-Up”

  • @onkouth
    @onkouth 2 роки тому +2

    Another amazing build, your vision and attention to detail is stunning, great job on this one 😎

    • @MechanicAfterHours
      @MechanicAfterHours  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks, onkouth! I appreciate it and thanks again for watching.

    • @onkouth
      @onkouth 2 роки тому +1

      @@MechanicAfterHours no problem, you’re absolutely brilliant, I love what you do , let’s get you recognised for your talent, come on people like and subscribe, this guy he is cool and it costs nothing to reorganise such talent 😎

  • @bsimpson2288
    @bsimpson2288 2 роки тому +1

    That’s sick. Nice attention to detail with the lights.

    • @MechanicAfterHours
      @MechanicAfterHours  2 роки тому

      Thanks, B Simpson! Glad you noticed the lights! Thanks for watching.

  • @stefanoakes3572
    @stefanoakes3572 2 роки тому +1

    Amazing! Loving your work! Great videos. You are super skilled. Your designs are first class.

    • @MechanicAfterHours
      @MechanicAfterHours  2 роки тому

      Thanks, Stefan Oakes! I appreciate the comment and thank you for watching.

  • @stephenpascua9792
    @stephenpascua9792 2 роки тому +2

    Very pleasing to the eyes! It got me wanting to build my own RC, but then, I know that I don't have that kind of attention to details, so I'd just subscribe and watch your vids first. 😁 Very nice video!

    • @MechanicAfterHours
      @MechanicAfterHours  2 роки тому +2

      Thanks, Stephen! I have a good feeling that you can do an excellent job building one-as long as you can enjoy the process of building and then running the car. Good luck and thanks for the sub!

  • @wadeskelton7585
    @wadeskelton7585 2 роки тому +1

    Man I just hope you make a good living doing this because you’re awesome at it - bravo!

  • @sustorres765
    @sustorres765 2 роки тому +1

    Wow such amazing work, quality!!

    • @MechanicAfterHours
      @MechanicAfterHours  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks, HyperKnight! And thank you for watching!

    • @sustorres765
      @sustorres765 2 роки тому

      @@MechanicAfterHours thank you for the reply and great episodes, new sub 🤩

  • @mattiasrc
    @mattiasrc 2 роки тому +1

    That´s a high quality build, turned out really nice. Well done.

  • @grahamaker1648
    @grahamaker1648 2 роки тому +1

    Lovely build! The Lancia livery suite it well.

    • @MechanicAfterHours
      @MechanicAfterHours  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks again, Graham! Glad it did and thank you for watching.

  • @RCHobbyShed
    @RCHobbyShed 2 роки тому +1

    Lookin good! Thinking outside the box, great stuff! 👌👍

    • @MechanicAfterHours
      @MechanicAfterHours  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks! Love your videos by the way. And thank you for watching.

  • @SANDSCORCHER
    @SANDSCORCHER 2 роки тому +1

    Never has a more appropriate home for a set of weathered yellow star dishes existed 😎😁👍🏻

  • @rcplaytime
    @rcplaytime 2 роки тому +1

    blooming beautiful 😀love it👌👍👍

  • @Mona8519
    @Mona8519 Рік тому +1

    Truly Artwork! Thx for sharing :)

  • @iancadwallender9779
    @iancadwallender9779 2 роки тому +1

    Yep..that looks great.Lancia stratos was a favorite car of mine when younger.

    • @MechanicAfterHours
      @MechanicAfterHours  2 роки тому

      Thanks, Ian! One of my favorite cars too. And thanks for watching.

  • @Plan3tBob
    @Plan3tBob 2 роки тому +1

    That looks awesome! Gerat work.

  • @oscarcolliedog5060
    @oscarcolliedog5060 2 роки тому +1

    fantastic video love the Lancia Stratos one of my all time favorite cars

  • @3875jd
    @3875jd 2 роки тому +1

    You sir, are an artist.

  • @alexalexandre1574
    @alexalexandre1574 2 роки тому +1

    Awesome. Love it!

  • @davidf2281
    @davidf2281 Рік тому

    Lovely work.

  • @jamietopic1585
    @jamietopic1585 2 роки тому +1

    That is so cool very nice work

  • @trippyyfpv9611
    @trippyyfpv9611 2 роки тому +1

    Work of art!!

  • @HensenKevin
    @HensenKevin 2 роки тому +1

    Your video's are super zen to watch!

    • @MechanicAfterHours
      @MechanicAfterHours  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks, Kevin! Glad it has zen to it. Thanks for watching.

  • @MACsPipe
    @MACsPipe 2 роки тому +1

    Great build and idea, I like it! Cheers from Switzerland🇨🇭

    • @MACsPipe
      @MACsPipe 2 роки тому +1

      Nice parts selection(including color choices), top job with the custom stickers, some good customizations, loveit, respect.

    • @MechanicAfterHours
      @MechanicAfterHours  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks, MAC #13! Hope all is well in Switzerland. I appreciate the comment and thanks for watching.

  • @happybeatnik9916
    @happybeatnik9916 2 роки тому +12

    What a great interpretation of the Lancia Stratos, the Statos is such a beautiful car. Your workbench is so clean, you have inspired me to keep mine much more organized. Would you consider making a video showing the tools that you use, such as the soldering iron, files, screwdrivers, etc? I have purchased the Tamiya 8 piece tool set which is really nice to use, but I would like to add a few more pieces. Look forward to your next video.

    • @MechanicAfterHours
      @MechanicAfterHours  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks, happy beatnik! That Tamiya 8 piece tool set is one of the best deals that's hard to top. I take it with me when I run RC cars because it almost has every basics needed and comes in that compact case. I will one day feature tools as that is one of the most requested video. However, I might just do entries on my website-still building it. Stay tuned! And thanks for watching.

    • @Sam-fq5zi
      @Sam-fq5zi Рік тому

      @@MechanicAfterHours tool video please!!!

  • @plixplop
    @plixplop 2 роки тому +1

    That stand for the instructions is a good idea!

  • @ptaylor5014
    @ptaylor5014 2 роки тому +1

    That looks sensational, well done 👍🏼

    • @MechanicAfterHours
      @MechanicAfterHours  2 роки тому

      Thanks, Paul! I appreciate the comment and thanks for watching.

  • @RConmyMind
    @RConmyMind 2 роки тому +1

    Absolute awesome! 🤩👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

  • @dbsduckd02
    @dbsduckd02 2 роки тому +1

    That's a nice assembly video. And this video will be good information for people. Good job. 👍😍😍💯

    • @MechanicAfterHours
      @MechanicAfterHours  2 роки тому

      Thanks, Yeo-chang yoon! Love your crawler videos. Thank you for watching.

  • @mitsuman5555
    @mitsuman5555 2 роки тому +1

    The car and the video are both great 👍🏻

    • @MechanicAfterHours
      @MechanicAfterHours  2 роки тому

      Thanks, mitsuman5555! I appreciate the comment and thank you for watching.

  • @madsrcbuggy
    @madsrcbuggy 2 роки тому +1

    That was great to watch, as always with your videos! Just like you, this wasn't a kit that I like originally, but you managed to make it look great, good job!

    • @MechanicAfterHours
      @MechanicAfterHours  2 роки тому

      Thanks again, Mschdk rc! Glad it turned out ok. Thanks for watching!

  • @JURacing
    @JURacing 2 роки тому +1

    absolutely amazing!

  • @Superf103
    @Superf103 2 роки тому +1

    Very impresive.

  • @theoagrc
    @theoagrc 2 роки тому +2

    Absolutely mind blowing what you can do! Incredible as always. Could we see you take a Lunchbox to the next level in a future video??? I would love to see that! Hats off my friend. Keep up the most excellent content! 🎩 👏🏻🙌🏻

    • @MechanicAfterHours
      @MechanicAfterHours  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks, The OAG! I appreciate the words. I have to think about the Lunchbox, a friend just built one and I was just test driving it. Wasn't as excited about it, unfortunately. But I think it's because I still have an unbuilt GF01 which closely resembles it. Probably will build the GF01 first.

    • @theoagrc
      @theoagrc 2 роки тому +1

      @@MechanicAfterHours can’t wait to see! Keep up the great work pal. It inspires us all to get better at this hobby.

  • @stelios-petroshalas2482
    @stelios-petroshalas2482 2 роки тому +1

    Among all others, great music taste!

    • @MechanicAfterHours
      @MechanicAfterHours  2 роки тому

      Thanks! Glad you like it. And thank you for watching.

    • @heruanugrah
      @heruanugrah 2 роки тому

      @@MechanicAfterHours whats the name of that opening music?

    • @MechanicAfterHours
      @MechanicAfterHours  2 роки тому

      Hi Heru Saleh. It's called Gliteratti by Fox Morrow

  • @StankoPerko
    @StankoPerko 2 роки тому +1

    This is next level job.

  • @GAMEOVER-RACING
    @GAMEOVER-RACING 2 роки тому +2

    Unbelievable I’d love to see you do a upgrade of the hornet 🐝
    One of them in a carbon and full billet would be amazing to see. Keep up the amazing work. Love from 🇦🇺✊💯👌👍

  • @suzuki-rc
    @suzuki-rc 2 роки тому +1

    So cool, I love the Alitalia color!!

  • @tuscanland
    @tuscanland 2 роки тому +1

    Un lavoro magico. Molto azzeccato lo stile degli adesivi, dato che la linea del parabrezza ricorda molto il parabrezza della Lancia Stratos.

    • @MechanicAfterHours
      @MechanicAfterHours  2 роки тому +1

      Grazie! Apprezzo il commento e sono contento che abbia funzionato. Grazie per la visione!

  • @DustyFingersRC
    @DustyFingersRC 2 роки тому +1

    Awesome!!

  • @ktake8247
    @ktake8247 2 роки тому +1

    Lancia Stratos is one of my favorites. But I can't come up with this cool idea like you.

  • @orizwan
    @orizwan 2 роки тому +1

    Great video and build as usual. You should do a video of your workbench/tools. Would love to see all that stuff!

    • @MechanicAfterHours
      @MechanicAfterHours  2 роки тому

      Thanks, Omar! I appreciate it and thank you again for watching. I think I need to do tools, etc. at some point since I do get requests/comments about it.

  • @joski9030
    @joski9030 2 роки тому +1

    I’ve built a lot of two stroke engines and I’ve just got back into RC I’m really feeling a build.

    • @MechanicAfterHours
      @MechanicAfterHours  2 роки тому

      Thanks for watching, Jo Ski. Two stroke sounds like a cool thing build and do. At least RC's are probably less work.

  • @blastarrow5938
    @blastarrow5938 2 роки тому +1

    I have the Mini4wd version of this I might just have to paint mine up this way. Looks great!

    • @MechanicAfterHours
      @MechanicAfterHours  2 роки тому

      Thanks, Blast Arrow! I saw a Mini4wd version of the Storm Dragon. I think you should try it ;)!

  • @ilwanpradipta
    @ilwanpradipta 2 роки тому +1

    Damn! This is so cool 👍🏻

  • @carlkeig5640
    @carlkeig5640 2 роки тому +2

    Wow, you've took a buggy that doesn't really do it for me personally, and made it absolutely stunning 😍 .I've never seen anything like this💯👍

    • @MechanicAfterHours
      @MechanicAfterHours  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks, Carl! Glad it worked and thank you for the comment and watching.

  • @waynegilchrist3535
    @waynegilchrist3535 2 роки тому +1

    That sucker looks SWEET!!!!!

  • @edsonmaiacarlosfilho6131
    @edsonmaiacarlosfilho6131 2 роки тому +1

    There is no doubt...!! It's a legend...!!

    • @MechanicAfterHours
      @MechanicAfterHours  2 роки тому

      Thanks, Edson Maia Carlos Filho! I appreciate the comment and thanks for watching.

  • @BennyThe3DPrinterDude
    @BennyThe3DPrinterDude 2 роки тому +1

    This was great, I would love to see a video on all the tools you use.

    • @MechanicAfterHours
      @MechanicAfterHours  2 роки тому

      Thanks, Ben Prints in 3D! No promises but I will do something about it one day.

  • @Superutubeking
    @Superutubeking 2 роки тому +1

    Excellent build amazing quality I like that use the best KO Propo servos in your build

    • @MechanicAfterHours
      @MechanicAfterHours  2 роки тому

      Thanks for watching! KOs brings me memories from back in the day

  • @simong7310
    @simong7310 2 роки тому +2

    Absolutely awesome interpretation of a model kit I totally don't fancy. You again managed to source some very interesting stylish and rare special parts. The livery is of course fantastic, alitalia is one of the best of all times... also nice to see your workflow, going from analog with tracing paper to digital to physical. Nice. You really made something nice out of this... excuse me.... Crappy cartoon toy.... I understand the stratos analogy though, and gandini is also a very good taste... What I still don't like so much is the extreme camber and toe in in the front, and I think the a pillar window sticker should be thinner or gone. But the vid is again a highlight... I am always surprised by your new videos. They come earlier than I think, regarding the amount of work, and it's always a different car than I think. I am kind of waiting for 2 other cars. ;)... Thank you!

    • @MechanicAfterHours
      @MechanicAfterHours  2 роки тому +1

      Hey Simon, thanks for watching! I agree on the camber. Unfortunately, I wanted a very lowered look with equal height from the back and front and there's no adjustment point on the front lower or upper arms (for now). Probably the limit of a beginner chassis. However, I might do some custom work on it in the future to have a more neutral camber. Thanks for watching the videos.

  • @fr1antz
    @fr1antz 2 роки тому +1

    Insane!!!

  • @grasshopperkane7749
    @grasshopperkane7749 2 роки тому +1

    Man,
    You're an awesome builder!!!
    ;)]

  • @zkipa
    @zkipa 2 роки тому +1

    putting a cm or two length of low gauge heat shrink wrap around the ends of the cable braiding is what i do to cover up and prevent the ends from fraying more once i get stuff installed. nice work. also putting bearings instead of the stock bushings and a lower wind rotor in those tamiya RZ motors can really make them shine if you have a high enough amp ESC. i threw an old orion 13x2 in my RZ with a few shims to get it to fit right and a fresh set of trinity bearings instead of the stock bushings (yuck) and it really woke up with a hobbywing 80amp brushed esc. i have also tried the reedy radon that they still make, the rotor from the radon 15T 4100kv is a good upgrade matched with the beautiful RZ can. also definitely ditch those old style bullet plugs on the motor wires for new ones or some deans. cheers love the videos

    • @MechanicAfterHours
      @MechanicAfterHours  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks for watching, k k. Thanks for the recommendation. I keep forgetting to buy large heat shrink tubes. Yes, there are times when I use bearings and switch rotors too since I have other (including older) brushed motors. As for bullet plugs, I actually don't use them as much if you watch my other builds. I just did for this as I just wanted to test the RZ motor. I think the Torque Tuned although slower is much more fun on the Grasshopper chassis.

    • @zkipa
      @zkipa 2 роки тому

      @@MechanicAfterHours Haha, yeah I guess that motor is probably already overkill for this chassis anyways. But it's a Stratos! It's gotta be ridiculously overpowered! Looking forward to more of your immaculate builds! Would love to see any vintage motors you have or anything like that featured in future build shoots. I love collecting old race motors

  • @Bandit-Darville
    @Bandit-Darville 2 роки тому +1

    You made a car i don't like the look of, make me like the look of. Hat off to you sir!

    • @MechanicAfterHours
      @MechanicAfterHours  2 роки тому

      Thanks, Bandit Darville! Thanks for the comment and watching.

  • @wildcat650power
    @wildcat650power 2 роки тому +1

    Ummmmmm.......OH HECK YES!
    Outstanding work 👍 subscribed 👌

  • @Luismms95
    @Luismms95 2 роки тому +1

    Another awesome build! But I really wanna a tour of your shop, tools, etc

    • @MechanicAfterHours
      @MechanicAfterHours  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks, Luís Silva! Maybe one day I'll do something about it :D

  • @Chunky246
    @Chunky246 2 роки тому +5

    I think Tamiya need to give you a job.

    • @MechanicAfterHours
      @MechanicAfterHours  2 роки тому

      Haha! Thanks, Matt Taylor. Never thought of that but probably would be fun and interesting.

  • @EricFalkDesign
    @EricFalkDesign 2 роки тому +1

    I was not interested in this kit at all, ..that was until I saw what you made it into! WOW!

  • @butchmeister80
    @butchmeister80 2 роки тому +1

    Oh my them wheels 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻