Mgozzz Posted January 30, 2015 Share Posted January 30, 2015 Yeah that truly sucks... especially after seeing that body! It is amazing... Half good news is the Subie bodies come clear. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J.A.Son Posted January 30, 2015 Share Posted January 30, 2015 GPM CVD's arrived this week and I've just got around to having a good look. They look good, using a spiral retaining 'clip' for the axle pin. Pin is a bit on the thin for my liking at 1.6mm compared to the 2mm at the diff end, which seems about same as standard imo. On the plus side they're relatively easy to break down, should the need arrise. Spiral clip a bit like the ring used to secure your keys together..???? Bought a set alloy rear upright s and they're very nice.. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hotshot888 Posted January 30, 2015 Share Posted January 30, 2015 The clear Subie bodies look great and can obviously be customized, but the KB bodies are pricey, even in the chop shops. After all, your just buying stickers (often poorly applied) on a one colour body. And they are all the same. For that kind of money (or less DIY) I'd rather have something custom painted. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hotshot888 Posted January 30, 2015 Share Posted January 30, 2015 J.A.Son, don't forget to shrink wrap the CVD bells. Not that it seems likely that a pin could pop, but why take chances? Besides, it protects the ball from debris and scratches. Did mine in black, looks nice. Here's a pic of what I mean. (Scroll down to #7) http://www.petitrc.com/Tech/RCCA_BulletproofyourVehicle.htm Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hotshot888 Posted January 30, 2015 Share Posted January 30, 2015 Curious to see how the GPM uprights hold up. I run the alloy HPIs, awesome so far, but they are rather pricey. Considering the GPM outfit for a second build. I received the GPM aluminum steering set up last week, need to install it. Fit and finish looks good. Stiffer than stock plastic, for sure. I already upped the bushings to ball bearings ages ago. Should be nice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mgozzz Posted January 30, 2015 Share Posted January 30, 2015 0Oh yeah the GPM CVD's defiantly look easier to work on than the Integy counterparts... and cheaper! I'm kicking myself for not holding out longer for them to be released. Oh well, you win some you loose some! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J.A.Son Posted January 30, 2015 Share Posted January 30, 2015 0Oh yeah the GPM CVD's defiantly look easier to work on than the Integy counterparts... and cheaper! I'm kicking myself for not holding out longer for them to be released. Oh well, you win some you loose some! Well I don't know Mike, the CVD pin on the integy ones looks beefier than the GPM. whether that becomes an issue is another thing. The alloy rear uprights do look ok, only time will tell just how good they are, but for 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hotshot888 Posted January 30, 2015 Share Posted January 30, 2015 Well I don't know Mike, the CVD pin on the integy ones looks beefier than the GPM. whether that becomes an issue is another thing. +1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sonicr360 Posted February 2, 2015 Share Posted February 2, 2015 This is the one I like!!! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mgozzz Posted February 2, 2015 Share Posted February 2, 2015 +1 Indeed. I'll be beating the heck out of my integy set for sure. The stock dogbones held up pretty well with my last setup so if the integy ones hold up as well as the stockers I'll be happy. We will have to do some sort of pin wear comparison at the end of next season to see how they both look along with reporting any failures of either product. FWIW I'll also be running the integy "HD" center drive shafts with the new build. I'm very interested to see if the pins last any longer than the stock parts. Seeing as the price of the integy parts were pretty cheap if there is an improvement over stock I'll be pleasantly surprised. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mgozzz Posted February 2, 2015 Share Posted February 2, 2015 This is the one I like!!! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Looks pretty good. Is this the KB 2015 livery? It's a bummer HPI can't seem to get the license for the current years livery in time to release them while he is still racing that body style. I wonder if it is something contractual that is causing the delay? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sonicr360 Posted February 2, 2015 Share Posted February 2, 2015 It was announced 2 hours ago. Yes I agree wish they would do this years shell now! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mgozzz Posted February 2, 2015 Share Posted February 2, 2015 You got a link to where it was announced? I've been looking around and haven't seen anything. You would think it would be on the http://www.hooniganracing.com/ site... lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jamesd Posted February 2, 2015 Share Posted February 2, 2015 You got a link to where it was announced? I've been looking around and haven't seen anything. You would think it would be on the http://www.hooniganracing.com/ site... lol I saw it here: https://www.facebook.com/KenBlockRacing/photos/a.161073115764.121142.139454585764/10152704983210765/?type=1&theater I wonder if HPI will make this one next year Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sonicr360 Posted February 2, 2015 Share Posted February 2, 2015 http://motorsportstalk.nbcsports.com/2015/02/02/red-bull-grc-ken-blocks-2015-livery-revealed/ Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mgozzz Posted February 2, 2015 Share Posted February 2, 2015 Nice! Thanks guys! And yeah I hope HPI does this one next year... it is pretty awesome! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Syncro Posted February 2, 2015 Share Posted February 2, 2015 (edited) This is the one I like!!! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk An early picture of the 2016 WR8 I would guess that the reason HPI are a year behind in the liveries is just a cost issue. It's more than likely way cheaper that way. Edited February 2, 2015 by Syncro Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sidewaysjim Posted February 2, 2015 Share Posted February 2, 2015 (edited) It looks good, but not 2014 good, nor 2013 different, and definitely not 2012 in your face. Personally, I'm less than impressed. Edited February 2, 2015 by sidewaysjim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sonicr360 Posted February 3, 2015 Share Posted February 3, 2015 I'm not impressed with the 2014. Personally it looks awful!!!! Would have preferred this shell to be the 2014 model and maybe the next shell (2016) to be similar to the 2011. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jamesd Posted February 3, 2015 Share Posted February 3, 2015 The 2014 Livery isn't bad but I think the one in your pic Sonicr360 is the best. I guess it gets harder every year to keep designing good different liverys. I will still prob buy the 2014 shell once its finally realesed to add to the collection. The problem I have is I never want to run the dam shells because they look so good! hahaha. I have two of 2013 shells one nitro and one sealed flux, I got the nitro for Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sonicr360 Posted February 3, 2015 Share Posted February 3, 2015 This is the shell I like and own .... Quite a few to be honest But I like the newer one like you said. But they could have done a different colour I agree Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mgozzz Posted February 3, 2015 Share Posted February 3, 2015 (edited) I don't know, I kind of like this years model, if you look closely they are finally updating the shell to the actual fiesta ST- It is funky... and it's growing on me. I think if I have the money I'll pickup one of the shells for the collection. I still need to get me one of these too- I think they are both great. I'd love to pick up an original shell too but that probably won't happen. lol. Edited February 3, 2015 by Mgozzz Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sonicr360 Posted February 3, 2015 Share Posted February 3, 2015 Does anyone know if the next KB has new internals or is it just shell / wheels? This is what's on my desk now.... Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mgozzz Posted February 3, 2015 Share Posted February 3, 2015 (edited) To me the kit looks pretty much the same, just the shell and wheels being different. The advert for the new model is here: http://www.hpiracing.com/en/kit/114187 Mike Edited February 3, 2015 by Mgozzz Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jamesd Posted February 3, 2015 Share Posted February 3, 2015 You might get lucky with the original shell mgozzz, I just managed to get a new unused one for the collection. Sonicr360 is that a micro RS4? I thought about one for the house in winter but thought it might be a bit powerful for indoors. Oh and nice keyboard! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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