tamiyarc Let’s see those Tamiya Hoppers and Hornets

[ljp83141]

I thought I’d start my first post by paying some respect to the RC that got me into the hobby a re - release hornet. 
 

This poor thing had to put up with my appalling driving for 6 years, a full overhaul was the least I could do.
 

New chassis tub, bumper, side guards, and some thicker steering rods just to give you an idea of the neglect my hornet went through.

 

I wanted to do something slightly different for the body, so I ordered a grasshopper shell and some decal sheets. 

I really wish I painted the hard body but it’s a bit late for that now🤦🏻‍♂️. 

 

The final result was roughly inspired by the Bell ray bullet.  

 

I have quite a few cars that are more capable than the hornet but even to this day it’s still one of my favourites.

 

By the way, please excuse the bold tires I use them as an ‘excuse’ when I crash😅.

 

Let’s see your Hornets and Hoppers and let’s show some love for these classic icons.

 

 

Edited November 8, 2022 by ljp83141

[Stormbringer]

My son and I,s Hoppers  his is the green 

[Fat Freddy]

My first ever RC was a Hornet, back in the mid ‘80s. Absolutely loved it. Really nice to see people still getting fun from them. 
Getting a re-re is definitely on my shopping list but too many other projects on the go and apparently I already “spend far too much on those toy cars!”

[ljp83141]

They are great fun, i don't run it as much as my other cars these days but when i do it still puts a smile on my face.

 

I think we're all guilty of "spending too much"😉

Edited November 8, 2022 by ljp83141

[m4inbrain]

I love Grasshoppers, my dad had one 35 years ago - ultimately the reason why i'm spending thousands and thousands on RCs  today. 

[Yrkoon]

as well as my green hoppy that dad posted i have a grasshopper 2 as well 🙂

 

 

[ljp83141]

2 hours ago, Yrkoon said:

as well as my green hoppy that dad posted i have a grasshopper 2 as well 🙂

 

 

looking good 👍