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Old 07-22-2008, 12:46 PM
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Default Picco Max Bumpstart Backplate

I machined some bumpstart backplates for the Picco Max. It is a direct drop in, no need to grind the crank nub. I have been running mine since last year, but I machined about 75 more due to people asking if one is available. I have sold a few, and have gotten good feedback.

If you are interested, send me a PM.

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Old 07-27-2008, 01:37 PM
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Is thier any advantages to going to a bump box for the picco .26 max on the revo 3.3. I had the easy start on the break engine in then the one way started slipping and guy at hobby shop tries talking me into 150 Rd logics box. I just put the pull start on and realy dont see any problem with this. Not gona waste the money on the box if I can get along fine with this pull start. All I do is bash so what would you sugest?
Old 07-28-2008, 12:39 PM
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Default RE: Picco Max Bumpstart Backplate

Since you are just bashing, I would just staick with what works for you.

The bump box is convenient. You never have to buy another one way bearing. It free's up a little HP by reducing drag on the engine that the starter shaft and the one way bearing present.
Old 09-26-2008, 12:27 AM
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bump .
Old 10-24-2008, 07:50 AM
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Do you by chance still have these back plates available ? ive been looking for one of these for ever and noone seems to make them,if you still have them i would like to get one from you.thanks jeff
Old 10-24-2008, 09:13 AM
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i would like to know also
Old 10-24-2008, 11:56 AM
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Yes, I still have some left. I don't plan on making any more though. Once my stock is gone, that's it.

The reason you cannot find one is, Picco does not make them as an optional part. When I bought my Picco in 2006, I searched and searched also. Once I realized one was not available, I reverse engineered the original backplate, and had some machined. I have been using mine since about May 2006. I have sold them to a couple members of this forum. I also been in contact with one of Picco's distributers(*itro *ouse). They have customers calling them all the time for backplates, and they finally just contacted me since I am the only one who sells them.

Shoot me a PM if you need any more info.
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Default RE: Picco Max Bumpstart Backplate

I bought one and loved it. It sealed the back of the engine great. You realy dont even need to seal it the backplate fits so snugg. Very good part A+. If wanting to go to bumpbox Id say get one. Wont regret it
Old 10-24-2008, 09:32 PM
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ORIGINAL: oompwa

Yes, I still have some left. I don't plan on making any more though. Once my stock is gone, that's it.

The reason you cannot find one is, Picco does not make them as an optional part. When I bought my Picco in 2006, I searched and searched also. Once I realized one was not available, I reverse engineered the original backplate, and had some machined. I have been using mine since about May 2006. I have sold them to a couple members of this forum. I also been in contact with one of Picco's distributers(*itro *ouse). They have customers calling them all the time for backplates, and they finally just contacted me since I am the only one who sells them.

Shoot me a PM if you need any more info.
oomp,
I just sent you payment for one of the backplates.thanks jeffbo
Old 10-24-2008, 09:52 PM
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how much and how do i get one
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ORIGINAL: ELMOBSTER

how much and how do i get one
all i did was shoot oompwa an email and he replied with price and his paypal info.jeffbo
Old 10-25-2008, 12:16 AM
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Default RE: Picco Max Bumpstart Backplate

HA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Now OFNA offers a backplate exactly like mine. It only took them 2 1/2 years.

About a month or so ago, they contacted me and inquired about my cost to sell my backplates to them, and they wanted to know how much I sell mine for. I did not think it was appropriate to post a price on the forum, as I though that I should handle that off the forum, in PM's and e-mails. However, since they posted their price in another thread, I feel it is now only fair to post my price.

My backplates are $21.50 shipped, to the lower 48 states. If you are interested, shoot me a PM. I only have a limited amount of backplates left, so it's first come first served. Once all mine are gone, the OFNA ones are going to be your only choice.

ELMOBSTER, adjust your settings so you can accept a PM. I tried to send you a PM, and I got a message saying that you choose not to accept PM's.
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BUMP
Old 10-27-2008, 11:58 AM
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Default RE: Picco Max Bumpstart Backplate

I find it kind of funny about the price OFNA wants for there backplate, It dosnt look as sealed as yours is. Your Craftmanship is amazing and IMO Home manufactued are usally higher quality than Mass manufactured products!
Old 10-27-2008, 12:00 PM
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That looks like some good craftsmanship oompwa. I wonder were Ofna got the idea.. LOL
Old 10-27-2008, 12:22 PM
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Thanks guys.

I actually machine my parts on a multi-axis CNC lathe. No doubt the same type of machinery that Picco uses. I know exactly how long it takes to machine my backplate, and Picco must take twice as long to make one, given the price they are asking. Or they are polishing each one for 10 minutes and charging it as machine time instead of a secondary operation, which polishing would be. Or god-forbid, NitroHouse is charging 3 times the amount they should, in order to take advantage of customers who have benn begging for this part. Some people would call that supply and demand. I can think of a few other choice words for it, which I can't say on a forum.

I look at the new backplate and I see a reworked Picco Big Block .26 backplate. They polished it and put a groove in the face. If I recall correctly, that backplate was like $26. I really dont think they did $20 more work to polish it and groove the face.
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OOMP,
I got my back plate today and i must say the quality and workmanship of your plate is outstanding,thanks again jeff
Old 10-29-2008, 10:33 PM
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Thank You JEFFBo. Your kind words are much appreciated.
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yah i have not instaled mine yet but it is verry nice .
Old 10-30-2008, 04:29 PM
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ORIGINAL: oompwa

Thanks guys.

I actually machine my parts on a multi-axis CNC lathe. No doubt the same type of machinery that Picco uses. I know exactly how long it takes to machine my backplate, and Picco must take twice as long to make one, given the price they are asking. Or they are polishing each one for 10 minutes and charging it as machine time instead of a secondary operation, which polishing would be. Or god-forbid, NitroHouse is charging 3 times the amount they should, in order to take advantage of customers who have benn begging for this part. Some people would call that supply and demand. I can think of a few other choice words for it, which I can't say on a forum.

I look at the new backplate and I see a reworked Picco Big Block .26 backplate. They polished it and put a groove in the face. If I recall correctly, that backplate was like $26. I really dont think they did $20 more work to polish it and groove the face.
The reason for the difference in the price is because of the extremely weak Dollar vs. the Euro. We have not ordered the old Outlaw .26 Picco backplates in quite some time so they are at the old price when the Dollar and the Euro were 1:1. You have to understand we do our best not to pass increasing costs on to customers, (the LX1 and new Picco buggy both sell for 299 and 350 respectively and have not fluctuated with the increasing euro) but sometimes it is unavoidable with a new part.

Roger
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Default RE: Picco Max Bumpstart Backplate

I know this is a little off subject but i have a slight problem..a lot of you guys have picco.26 maxes so maybe someone can help.
how many head shims am i suppose to be running with 30% nitro? this thing came with 3 shims from the factory 2 .2mm and 1 .1mm shims, it now has 4 shims 2 .2mm and 2 .1mm is this correct for 30%? thanks jeff
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Bump.</p>

Still have some left. </p>
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Received mine 2 days ago. This thing is a beauty! I have 3 oomp parts on my revo so far! Single speed, backplate and exhaust adapter.
You make A++++++ stuff my friend!
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You should never stop making these.
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I need a backplate like yesterday


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