Model Forum / Radio Controlled / Land Models / January 2004

My only presents:
Traxxas electric Stampede, Dynamite Twin Peak charger, 2 Epic 3000's.
Of all things, the little two-cent antenna tube is only "hollow" about
halfway through, then it's solid plastic.

Got a cheap Mini Cooper RC car for Christmas.  Is there a way to
upgrade this thing- and I realize that I'll be changing just about
everything most likely.  I would like it to go 20mph.  My wife thought
it would go 27mph, but that was 27MHz :)

Got my new electric Stampede yesterday, ran it once.
So I learned the hard way so far: e-clips, axle pins and 4mm lock
nuts.
Is there a FAQ or list of what other parts I should have with me at

Where do you paint your bodies?  I have to paint a few and I am concerned
about fumes. The weather is still a bit cold. .Any ideas on getting these
bodies done?

Ok, I got my new mini T, a few days ago.
Took it outta the box, installed 4 AA alkaline batteries to try it out.
S-L-O-W
I knew it would be...

I have some questions about liquid masking that I'm hoping someone can
help me with.  I've got a couple of 3 oz jars of Hobbico Master Mask
and one 2 oz jar of Parma Liquid Mask.  I've recently found out
there's another one called Bob Dively Liquid Masking Film, though I

This any good for a little fun without spending too much money?  Its 1:6
scale.
See here:
http://shmyl.com/wtu