Re: Let's make an RC Scirocco

[scott f williams <sfwilliams@worldnet.att.net>]

Chris Gonzalez wrote:
> 
> I really didn't think my original post would have piqued so much
> 
> curiosity...I thought I was just being a little obsessive; I guess this
> 
> is the "wrong" place to be that way about Sciroccos *duh* ;)
> 
> If I can get a count of how many people want a Mk1 Scirocco, and how
> 
> many people want a Mk2 Scirocco, I'll delve deeper into research.
> 
> Just to make everything clear...the goal is to make a master model that
> 
> can be used to vacu-form a clear lexan RC body (which can then be
> 
> painted EXACTLY like the 'roc you own! *cool*, no?).  The detail
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> required for RC bodies is far less than plastic scale models, so the
> 
> custom mold should cost less as well.  The basic shape, door, and window
> 
> lines will be easily identifiable as Scirocco.
> 
> I actually have a phone number of a sculptor who does custom stuff, but
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> have not had a rational reason to call him (read: no money).
> 
> For those who have never seen an RC car in action:  My RC10L electric
> 
> powered car was able to go 25-30 mph.  I used to chase REAL cars down
> 
> the street and drive mine under them... These things are a blast to
> 
> drive and even more fun (and safer) to race!  I would be happy to help
> 
> anyone with theirs if they aren't familiar with the hobby...
> 
> If you are REALLY interested and willing to plop down a little cash
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> (maybe $50 to $100, if we're lucky),  we can make it happen.  Oh yeah,
> 
> since most of the cost is in the master, we each could get two or three
> 
> bodies, just for spares...Makes a great Christmas gift! ha!
> 
> Be sure to cc: me so I can keep track of everyone...
> 
> chrisg@gforce.com
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> C ya,
> 
> Chris Gonzalez
> 
> '82 Scirocco/1.8L/GTi trans.

I'm there, Chris. put me on the list for a copy of the early type (with
wrap around turn indicators -uh oh, another contest...). I'm ready to
put cash up right now!
-- 
Scott F. Williams
NJ Scirocco nut
SCCA PRO RALLY navigator
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