Schumacher Cougar 2

[Chrissy C]

Hi All,

This section of Oople has been a long time favourite, some of the examples you guys knock out are amazing!

I have been working on a couple of projects myself, mostly 90's Schumacher cars as these were the cars that I started really 'racing' with.

I have completed CAT 2000 project already, when i get it all wired up I'll post some pics, but for now, i'm excited about restoring a Cougar 2 racing car. It won't be a rebuild for the 'purist' as I aim to build it up with the latest Schumacher big bore shocks, electrics, slipper etc - she is going to be raced, and i hope, competative (to a certain level anyway). I have most parts needed, just waiting for some to come back from the anodizer before the build car start.

The first pic (car on the right) shows the car how it arrived at my door. It was in good condition actually for its age, i stripped it down and had to make a decision about the chassis. As you might know these are pretty rare items, especilly NIP or good, clean examples. Having looked around, i opted for the following which i'm very happy with

I'll try to keep this thread updated with the build.

Cheers,
Chris

[CAT3K]

Very nice Is the chassis CF or a vinyl wrap?

Paul.

[Chrissy C]

Thanks.

I had the chassis hydro dipped by a chap on here (RichyUK). It has been done really well and he even smoothed out some of the scratches from the underside before doing it to.

Apparently it should hold up slightly better than regular anodizing as well which will be a bonus.

Does anyone know what pitch the Cougar 2 belt/diff gear is?

[CAT3K]

Originally Posted by Chrissy C

Thanks.

I had the chassis hydro dipped by a chap on here (RichyUK). It has been done really well and he even smoothed out some of the scratches from the underside before doing it to.

Apparently it should hold up slightly better than regular anodizing as well which will be a bonus.

Does anyone know what pitch the Cougar 2 belt/diff gear is?

That's a pretty cool effect. I've been after a real CF Cougar tub for years, but that might be an option

[xfactor]

Looks awesome, you have just gave me fond memories as i also raced these back the day.

The first pic that shows the cougers the one on the left seems to be the team version this had the alloy tele driveshafts,ballraced steering etc....

The one on the right seems to be the race version if the steering has ball races. Schumacher also did the sport version aswell.

After that they had the works which was purple.They look great and the chassis carbon effect looks stunning.

Cant wait for the finish thank you for fantastic memories.

[Chrissy C]

Thanks guys, so far i'm happy with the progress made.

Just waiting on a few bits to arrive, then might be able to start the build up...this might be put back due to new arrival and house move.

xfactor, glad it brings back some good memories. I remember seeing the ad for the Cougar 2 in Model Cars back in the day and wanting one instantly. I think Schumacher brought out three models on launch with (i think) the following specs:

Sport (no slipper or bearings) - £99
Race (included slipper and bearings) - £129(ish)
Team (as above plus alloy roller drive shafts and ballraced steering) - £150(ish)

The Works model came a bit later.

Re the ballraced steering, if anyone has the parts/set could you drop me a PM?

Will try to post an update soon.

Best,
Chris