This thread reminds me of the fun I had with my Associated RC12e!
I had installed the Reedy Modified motor and rear differential! Hot stuff, back in the day.
It's probably in a box in a closet somewhere around here...
The NiCads are definitely toast after, what, nearly 30 years of sitting?

I am old. old old ollllld.

quick edit:
OMG- googling is so much fun!

Now that is Old School!