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Old 2005.08.15, 08:51 PM   #1
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My MR-02 Project (Hot-Shoe-Blue)

Anyone who reads over at ausmicro.com will see this as "old news" but I thought I'd share a pic of my current MR-02 project.

The idea was/is to showcase a product range, but also get a nice looking MR-02 that also drove well and would ultimately be my "regular" runner.

I'm still waiting on some parts to arrive, including a Kawada 40T ball Diff, Kyosho Oil shock and the electronics package needs to be done.

The rest of the car consists mainly of iWaver Alloy parts some genuine Kyosho bits and PN Racings high performance mounts, and tuning parts.

Overall I think my experience so far is to say that iWaver alloy stuff is actually very good, certainly not the worst I've handled. I'm impressed at how good the chassis looks in it's current semi-built state and cannot wait to give it an electronics package to really go nuts.

So far the chassis as it sits in the "built" pic has:
  • Kyosho Clear Blue Chassis
  • iWaver Alloy Heatsinks
  • iWaver Alloy Knuckles
  • iWaver Alloy Steering tie rod
  • iWaver Alloy front bulkhead
  • iWaver Alloy rear suspension
  • iWaver Alloy T-Plate pivot
  • GPM Titanium Screws
  • PN Racing MR-02MM mount
  • PN Racing T plate
  • 3 racing Delrin Servo gears

When I get the next phase completed and move through Performance testing I'll post more!
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Old 2005.08.15, 09:38 PM   #2
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blue has always been a nice color. much better than purple

looks good aaron. i don't get to ausi much... never seems to be enough time.

i'm surprised no one makes chopped alloy batter covers. i've seen many do this with the stock stuff and it would amke more sense to chop the alloy ones to cut down on the weight.
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Old 2005.08.15, 10:13 PM   #3
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blue has always been a nice color. much better than purple

looks good aaron. i don't get to ausi much... never seems to be enough time.

i'm surprised no one makes chopped alloy batter covers. i've seen many do this with the stock stuff and it would amke more sense to chop the alloy ones to cut down on the weight.
very ture arch and nice car man cant wate to see it done.
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Old 2005.08.15, 11:18 PM   #4
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Thanks, There's two schools of thought about battery clips. One is that they hold the battery in place. the other is that using them as a heatsink improves battery performance and battery "health" for the longer term.

I subscribe to the latter theory - but I'm not a racer as such, and weight is less critcal for me. Although it does give me ideas for a new project

At any rate I'm enjoying just being a guy tinkering with this stuff for once instead of my usual "guy selling the stuff and never having a chance to play with it" so it's all good. I can feel the stress levels dropping already!

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Old 2005.08.16, 01:16 PM   #5
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What do you think of the quality of the iwaver alloy parts? I would be interested to hear your thoughts on the alloy knuckles and tie rod, particularly how much slop they have, or how they compare to kyosho's parts.
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Old 2005.08.16, 04:09 PM   #6
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What do you think of the quality of the iwaver alloy parts? I would be interested to hear your thoughts on the alloy knuckles and tie rod, particularly how much slop they have, or how they compare to kyosho's parts.
the main reason, not to use those batteryclips on races is the risk of crackling finger nails... they hold too strong and (at least me) would need a screwdriver to pop them out... weight is a minor thing

I do defend the theory, that a fast MiniZ does need at least 190g... that´s also why our race trucks are nor much slowlier than racers, weighing over 80g less... and much easier to control

The iwaver metallic parts I got are pretty good quality (both knuckels and rod). A exact copy of Kyoshos, not much to do wrong. And a lot of racers over here do use iwaver balldiffs, which are also a exact replica ofr a third f the price...

cd, not using aluminium before something breaks appart
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Old 2005.08.16, 06:24 PM   #7
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What do you think of the quality of the iwaver alloy parts? I would be interested to hear your thoughts on the alloy knuckles and tie rod, particularly how much slop they have, or how they compare to kyosho's parts.
The quality of the iWaver stuff is definately a pleasant surprise. The finishes are good, the packaging is good and most importantly the fit is good. I've no doubt there are lighter parts out there but this stuff is readily available and tough.

I do have a slight "notchy" feel in the steering as I turn towards full-lock, but it's smooth still, more like it just needs alittle lubing or a slight polish. As you all know most parts need a tiny bit of finishing to gett he best out of them.

Like most people I only chuck alloy on when somethign breaks but this time around I'm just having fun

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Old 2005.08.17, 01:43 AM   #8
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I like the look of the new alloy parts. I really like the price! (Even with shipping.)
I purchased all blue alloy and I'm planning on buying all red next. I was wondering can an Iwaver ESC board connect on to an Kyosho chassis?
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Old 2005.08.17, 10:29 AM   #9
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Thanks for the responses. I don't plan on putting much alloy on my racers, but the way I've been beating on my MZM, it's really just a matter of time before I need to start replacing suspension parts. It's good to know the quality is decent on the iwaver alloy parts, as that certainly makes them a good value for those of us who can't necessarily afford to spend half the cost of a new readyset for a couple of metal replacement parts.
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Old 2005.08.17, 06:41 PM   #10
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Thanks for the responses. I don't plan on putting much alloy on my racers, but the way I've been beating on my MZM, it's really just a matter of time before I need to start replacing suspension parts. It's good to know the quality is decent on the iwaver alloy parts, as that certainly makes them a good value for those of us who can't necessarily afford to spend half the cost of a new readyset for a couple of metal replacement parts.
I actually just put a bunch of iWaver Alloy on our test IW04 and have to say in some cases it's beeter than GPM! Big call but as an example the iWaver stuff had neat and clean threads in all holes of the from suspension mount. the GPM didn't etc.

So far have tried IW04 Alloy: Front and rear suspension mounts, Battery Clips, Motor Clip, Knuckles. All seems excellent. The suspension mounts have the three step height adjustment

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Old 2005.08.18, 12:06 PM   #11
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I actually just put a bunch of iWaver Alloy on our test IW04 and have to say in some cases it's beeter than GPM! Big call but as an example the iWaver stuff had neat and clean threads in all holes of the from suspension mount. the GPM didn't etc.

So far have tried IW04 Alloy: Front and rear suspension mounts, Battery Clips, Motor Clip, Knuckles. All seems excellent. The suspension mounts have the three step height adjustment

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Thanks, those suspension mounts are certainly on my short list.
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Old 2005.09.06, 09:49 AM   #12
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right now the TE site has IW04's complete with all alloy options, see below
This is for the truck chassis and alloy parts only, does not include the radio


- For: MINI-Z Monster and Firelap 4.0
- Color: Titan

INCLUDED:
1. IWAVER MONSTER ALLOY FRONT KNUCKLE ARM [TITAN] (WITH KING PIN)

2. IWAVER MONSTER ALLOY BATTERY HEAT SINK [TITAN]

3. IWAVER MONSTER ALLOY WHEELIE BAR [TITAN]

4. IWAVER MONSTER ALLOY RIM [GUN METAL]

5. IWAVER MONSTER STAINLESS STEEL DIFF. GEAR SHAFT

6. IWAVER MONSTER ALLOY STEERING PLATE 0" [TITAN]

7. IWAVER MONSTER ALLOY FRONT SHOCK STAY [TITAN]

8. IWAVER MONSTER ALLOY REAR SHOCK STAY [TITAN]

9. IWAVER MONSTER ALLOY UNDER GUARD [TITAN]

10. IWAVER MONSTER ALLOY MOTOR HEAT SINK [TITAN]

11. IW0005A2 IWAVER SUPER X-SPEED PLUS MOTOR

12. IW0422M3 IWAVER [TITAN] ALLOY WHEEL NUT SET

13. IW0427A1 IWAVER 04 FOAM TIRE INSERT (SOFT)

14. IW0426A IWAVER 04 BALL BEARING SET



MANUFACTURER
IWAVER
BARCODE
02100705
WEIGHT (g)
1200g
DIMENSIONS(cm³)
To Be Announced.
ORIGINAL COST (USD)
$105.22
COST (USD)
$84.18

for $84.00 plus shipping

and IW02's with full alloy options for $49.00


- For: MINI-Z MR02, previous Iwaver 02 and Firelap 2.0
- Color: Blue

INCLUDED:
1. IWAVER MR02 ALLOY FRONT KNUCKLE ARM [BLUE] (WITH KING PIN)

2. IWAVER MR02 ALLOY FRONT BULKHEAD [BLUE]

3. IWAVER MR02 ALLOY STEERING PLATE 0" [BLUE]

4. IWAVER MR02 ALLOY BATTERY HEAT SINK [BLUE]

5. IWAVER MR02 ALLOY MM DAMPING SET [BLUE]

6. IW0005A2 IWAVER SUPER X-SPEED PLUS MOTOR

7. IWAVER MR02 ALLOY MM MOTOR MOUNT [BLUE]

8. IWAVER MR02 ALLOY DIFF. GEAR ASSEMBLED [BLUE]

9. IW0422M3 IWAVER [BLUE] ALLOY WHEEL NUT SET

10. IW1219A IWAVER 02 BALL BEARING SET



MANUFACTURER
IWAVER
BARCODE
02100687
WEIGHT (g)
1000g
DIMENSIONS(cm³)
To Be Announced.
ORIGINAL COST (USD)
$61.00
COST (USD)
$48.80


I have and use alot of IW alloy, so far it has all been good quality and fit and the price is unbeatable.
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DBR, I am not sure if the chassis is included, it may just be for the parts... without the chassis.

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DBR, I am not sure if the chassis is included, it may just be for the parts... without the chassis.
Agreed I'm 99% sure there's no chassis in the deal.

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Old 2005.09.06, 10:06 PM   #15
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Can't be...a IW readyset itself is $54, he lists the cost as $61.

Too good of a deal.
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