Nitroholic Posted October 19, 2014 Share Posted October 19, 2014 Having given it much thought, I think it's about time I actually built myself a Tamiya. I have never done so...and I think I ought to. But which one.... I have already pre-warned the wife it's what she is going to be buying me for Christmas, and hte budget for the kit will be around Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jordan_bench10 Posted October 19, 2014 Share Posted October 19, 2014 check out banzai hobbies mate postage is 20 quid for most tt kits which fetches em to around 70 for tt versions Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
humperdingle Posted October 19, 2014 Share Posted October 19, 2014 I built my 1st Tamiya (Grasshopper) a couple of weeks ago... more straightforward than I thought. Only ever 'built' a Kyosho Sandmaster nitro, but from memory, it was 50% built out of the box. Something theraputic about building kits! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nitroholic Posted October 19, 2014 Author Share Posted October 19, 2014 yup...that's what I want for Christmas afternoon No point in buying an offroader, as I would just compare it to what I have already, and it won;t measure up. All I really need to know is which setup would cope with brushless best ... and what shell options there are. I want it to be able to look as good as possible since it won;t be covered in mud and dirt Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jordan_bench10 Posted October 19, 2014 Share Posted October 19, 2014 tts youve got the evos skylines alfa scoobys etc etc Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NuttyProfessor Posted October 20, 2014 Share Posted October 20, 2014 TT02 fully ballraced with ally prop and cups. Adjustable tie rods on the front and back too. Can also use TT01 diffs too if you want metal internals instead of the plastic ones and a decent set of oil shocks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
atom3624 Posted October 20, 2014 Share Posted October 20, 2014 Get one of those Capris - look pretty nice! Al. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oodboo Posted October 20, 2014 Share Posted October 20, 2014 I'd be torn between a pumpkin lowride (m06) or a m05. All the m06 bodies should fit the m05, there's plenty choice. I've got an alpine body I need to paint for my m05. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
53HRA Posted October 20, 2014 Share Posted October 20, 2014 Brushless eats the tamiya tires on a 2WD I would certainly consider the TT-02 as it'll be better in the long run for you i think. I have seen the Mercedes SLS complete kit for Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nitroholic Posted October 20, 2014 Author Share Posted October 20, 2014 The SLS Merc looks nice .... would look even nicer with light buckets and LEDs fitted Really not sure about that Capri though. Too much bodykit, not enough Capri shape! Not as nice looking as the Renault Alpine though. If tyres are the only worry on a brushless M06/M05 build, then that's no worry really. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alex97 Posted October 20, 2014 Share Posted October 20, 2014 All the m chassis cars are so much fun to drive and surprisingly capable as well. Some places also race them so racing could also be an option later on. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ninjagaiden Posted October 20, 2014 Share Posted October 20, 2014 If you are running on the road then maybe consider a TB04 Pro II chassis. I just maidened mine and it's really nice - steering is so direct compared to all my off road stuff and my 1:8 drift car, plus the plastic tub will keep stones out. Cost 120 quid from dinball at rcmart.com and he did me a solid on the customs bill. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimmer7 Posted October 20, 2014 Share Posted October 20, 2014 Have a look at the xv-01 great bit of kit, run mine with brushless on 2cell no probs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nitroholic Posted October 20, 2014 Author Share Posted October 20, 2014 If you are running on the road then maybe consider a TB04 Pro II chassis. I just maidened mine and it's really nice - steering is so direct compared to all my off road stuff and my 1:8 drift car, plus the plastic tub will keep stones out. Cost 120 quid from dinball at rcmart.com and he did me a solid on the customs bill. Nice looking car ... out of my price range. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimmer7 Posted October 20, 2014 Share Posted October 20, 2014 I got the tto2 as well, the plastic is quite brittle, you need full bearing plus ali prop really just to get started Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tamiyacowboy Posted October 20, 2014 Share Posted October 20, 2014 (edited) IS OP able to add to the funds a small amount, say like extra 50 quid ?. lets be honest you been around a while so have had plenty of cars n tinkering. the entry cars by tamiya are ok for jumping in the hobby with, BUT a well trodden basher/racer is going to be let down buy the kits build. simple terms, the kits are simple, they offer very little in way of setup hence the " brushless eats tamiya tyres " its just the chassis really is not ideal for brushless, more brushed entry level racing. Now there is a range that will drive a dream on a brushless system and handle it well, will have huge setup adjustment and run like its on rails, they are the Tamiya TRF series race chassis. Now i would look for maybe a second hand TRF TA05, mid mount and sure be belt driven to pro spec racing. its a little extra but a full stripdown and re-build will have you itching to hit the tarmac. this is where you will see what real tamiya is and not the watered down version like the tt - tl and likes models. here is a TA-03 TRF doing a 90mph speed run on 3s and a velion brushless system. boy they are swift. Edited October 20, 2014 by Tamiyacowboy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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oodboo Posted October 20, 2014 Share Posted October 20, 2014 You wouldn't be disappointed with an m05 for a nice kit to build a bit car park bashing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noj Posted October 20, 2014 Share Posted October 20, 2014 Settle on what shell/shells inspire you most, buy the appropriate chassis and have fun! Easy to build, fun to build (it's a kit, nowt more needs saying) and fun to own and drive. A 2s set up is plenty, IMO, and if you're not grinning like a small child after bashing it, there's summat up wi' thee! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
atom3624 Posted October 20, 2014 Share Posted October 20, 2014 You know what you really want .... a Clod!! Seriously, a Pumpkin - normal or low, or Lunchbox will be great fun. Might snow, so a bit of ground clearance can't be bad. If you can find an old 306Maxi at a fair price, they're great!! Al. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pritch Posted October 20, 2014 Share Posted October 20, 2014 A Lunchbox or a Pumpkin are indeed a kind of a rite of passage. I loved building my Lunchbox, and you do really appreciate Tamiya's attention to detail, even on their low-end kits. The LB is mad to drive, in fact unless you do the "third shock mod" it won't really handle at all, but it is a bit of a blast. Bear in mind that even if you have leftover or spare electrics to pop in it, you need paint and stuff to finish the model and it does add a few quid - I would always get bearings to replace the bushings as a matter of course. I've always used Time Tunnel Models to source my Tamiya stuff in the past - keen prices, fast shipping and been impressed with the service. You did say on-road though. I am tempted to get myself the Mini as well - I'd favour the M05. Really, I think the M05 with the Mini shell. This can be had for Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Madmini Posted October 20, 2014 Share Posted October 20, 2014 My first kit was the m05 mini and I loved the build. Also built a pumpkin which is now for sale as it never gets used lol but they really are a joy to build. In fact better to build than to drive Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nitroholic Posted October 20, 2014 Author Share Posted October 20, 2014 No interest for me driving a Lunchbox or Pumpkin ... if it snows, I'll be breaking out the shorty Baja with it's FG monster wheels. Or the Madforce..... or the Savage Twinzilla .... I'm kind of leaning towards the M06 with the Alpine shell .... though I do like the AMG Merc as well. Can you fit square LiPos in an M05? The TT02 and M06 run a central battery tray, which is not problem. Also....do Tamiya include the bits to build an M06 in all lengths, or just the one that the kit dictates? Can you get light buckets for the Alpine? Incidentally....I do quite like Clods....though new prices are silly as I would want to mod the hell out of it. I'd buy the axles and build the rest myself. Maybe one day...but not this time around for sure. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NuttyProfessor Posted October 20, 2014 Share Posted October 20, 2014 Thing is, I've had the FF03 and it was fast but handling was a major problem, went through so many tyres to find the perfect tread and being front wheel drive,you will have to replace the fronts quite a lot as I know you are heavy with your trigger finger. I'd still go with the 4WD TT02 and get the mod parts I put in my reply earlier, might be a beginner chassis but its tough and goes well once you tune it,loved my TT01 which I also used as a Rally a few times. Spares are plentiful and Asia Tees do a lot of ally hop ups for the TT02 then if you get bored you can convert it to the Buggy chassis with minimal effort Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oodboo Posted October 20, 2014 Share Posted October 20, 2014 M05 v2 will take square lipos but anything in a kit with body will be v1 and require a bit modding. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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