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Also, I just found this which might be the route to go:

Edit: I placed an order. $7 for 2. Assuming I don't mess one up, I'm happy to sell the other for a few bucks or a beer.
 
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Edit: I placed an order. $7 for 2. Assuming I don't mess one up, I'm happy to sell the other for a few bucks or a beer.
I'll definitely purchase that other one from you, if you don't mess up the first one, haha!
 

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@Firetacoma where did you find that red paint? Is it color matched to the Freeborn Red?
 

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I can 3d model and print some grill stuff for anyone who wants it. I mean I can't right now but when I get back in town. If you find something you like on thingiverse.com post it here otherwise I could probably model something.

I made my wife come film me driving my truck haha! She likes it because it's "cute."

 

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I'll definitely purchase that other one from you, if you don't mess up the first one, haha!
No pressure! I'll let you know. They should be here in about a week.
@Firetacoma where did you find that red paint? Is it color matched to the Freeborn Red?
The red is Krylon Fusion Gloss Red Pepper. It seems to be a good match for Freeborn Red. At least good enough for an RC truck.
I would suggest priming everything white or gray first. I didn't and the black parts are slightly less bright than the yellow parts.
 

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Sorry for picture overload!
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I got mine today! adorable little thing...
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So I guess now I'm on the hunt for some 653 Olive Krylon Fusion? I also need to order one of those grill emblems... @J1000 I will send you a .stl file for a roof rack if you're willing to print a couple. @Firetacoma do you want a Gamiviti rack? Dan? Will be a full Expo, like this:

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I just need to model in the Expo bar, then some type of attachment system... here's the flat rack in CAD:

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Much better with the new grill emblem. @DanTheMan PM me your address and I'll mail you the other one.

If someone has the RTR version, I'd love to see how they mount the electronics. I am struggling to find an elegant solution. Also my sound quit working. Not the end of the world but sure didn't last long!

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If someone has the RTR version, I'd love to see how they mount the electronics.
I have the RTR version and It looks like @nakman also has the RTR version, I can take some photos tonight for you of the electronics.
 

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I got mine today! adorable little thing...
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So I guess now I'm on the hunt for some 653 Olive Krylon Fusion? I also need to order one of those grill emblems... @J1000 I will send you a .stl file for a roof rack if you're willing to print a couple. @Firetacoma do you want a Gamiviti rack? Dan? Will be a full Expo, like this:

FJ40_fullexpo_installed.jpg


I just need to model in the Expo bar, then some type of attachment system... here's the flat rack in CAD:

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Haha just came across this. That is my rig and rack. :).
 
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