alexsmith Posted November 21, 2012 Share Posted November 21, 2012 Hi there guys. Just after a little advice really... I recently inherited a TT-01 from my brother and I'm looking for some help getting it ready to run. He started it as a bit of a project but never got round to finishing it. Here's the info on what he's given me... It's already upgraded with the alloy drive shaft, ball races, adjustable turn buckles and has had a gearing change (although I'm not sure what gearing is fitted) Drive wise it's all stock (silver can motor & Tamiya esc) and I've got an acoms radio/receiver. As for power he's given me 3 intellect 3600 nimh battery packs fitted with what look like 3.5mm connectors (female connectors are fitted to the batteries and I have a set of male connectors ready to fit). The car still has the standard Tamiya connecter fitted, which I assume is why I have the male connectors. The charger he's given me is a TLP Expro ii Pulse Charger. It has wires with a Tamiya connecter which I again assume will need changing for the gold ones fitted on the battery. He's told me the batteries have never been charged and are probably 3 or 4 years old. Now for some questions... Aside from a full strip down, clean and rebuild is there anything else that NEEDS to be done before I start running it? What is the best upgrade, on a budget, that will help speed her up? I guess it's going to be a motor, any decent ones out there? Will the batteries be dead or will there be life left in them? If they're useable how best am I to charge them? The charger has a number of functions but which am I best to use? Am I best to change the connectors on the car and charger or am I better changing the connectors on the batteries to Tamiya ones? I know it's a lot of questions all at once but any help is greatly appreciated. Thanks for reading. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
savagejoe Posted January 27, 2013 Share Posted January 27, 2013 I know in the first page it says what the upgrades you shoud get. But I am looking so get better run times out of my tt01 and would like more speed but without distroying my diffs every time I run it. It allready has the alloy propshaft. So my question is what is a good all rounder brushless system I have seen a few on modelsport for 70 but not sure if these are any good? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bonez Posted February 16, 2013 Share Posted February 16, 2013 I know in the first page it says what the upgrades you shoud get. But I am looking so get better run times out of my tt01 and would like more speed but without distroying my diffs every time I run it. It allready has the alloy propshaft. So my question is what is a good all rounder brushless system I have seen a few on modelsport for 70 but not sure if these are any good? I have been thinking the same thing bud. I was going to put a brushless into my tl-01 but I think I'll stick one in the TT-01 instead due to the fact it's easier to see the motor mesh, better access to battery bay and can place a lipo in there ok. i have been looking and these http://www.modelsport.co.uk/etronix-photon-2.0-1-10-brushless-system-9.0r/rc-car-products/368725 but these http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/270941694978?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649 seem to be the same but different name so I'm not sure where to buy yet but modelsport may get it, yeah it's more but you know you will get it lol I just hope the TT can handle it? maybe update drive shafts at least I think. as the plastic ones may not last long Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NuttyProfessor Posted February 17, 2013 Share Posted February 17, 2013 The plastic dogbones and diffcups are fine, as long as you ballrace it and fit a genuine TT01 propshaft and prop cups, will be fine. The aftermarket props are terrible, they wear and twist easily. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NuttyProfessor Posted February 17, 2013 Share Posted February 17, 2013 A 60a esc and a 9-10t ezrun motor is more than ample, i run an 80a esc and a 7900kv motor (all i had at the time) limited down to 60% on the esc, just destroys everything otherwise. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fatboyneil Posted April 6, 2013 Share Posted April 6, 2013 Can anyone tell me are the shell mounting holes on a tt-01 the same position as a tl-01 as I'm looking at buying a used tt-01 shell for my tl-01 but not if the holes don't match Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bonez Posted April 6, 2013 Share Posted April 6, 2013 nope they are a bit different bud. i wish they was the same i could swop and change mine then lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fatboyneil Posted April 6, 2013 Share Posted April 6, 2013 (edited) How much different as I'm after the escort wrc shell I have one but its seen better days the cheapest on eBay is Edited April 6, 2013 by fatboyneil Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bonez Posted April 6, 2013 Share Posted April 6, 2013 i shall go look and let you know Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bonez Posted April 6, 2013 Share Posted April 6, 2013 right the fronts are a perfect match but the rears are off by about an inch. so you can either put a couple more holes in or try and move the mounting posts on the TL-01 backwards a bit Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fatboyneil Posted April 6, 2013 Share Posted April 6, 2013 Ah thank you bonez might just order it to see Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bonez Posted April 6, 2013 Share Posted April 6, 2013 no probs bud Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fatboyneil Posted June 27, 2013 Share Posted June 27, 2013 Thanks for all the help from everyone on here with my search for a replacement for my tl-01 escort wrc shell but I think I've found the right candidate I'd like people's opinions on this http://bit.ly/16COywo Is it worth it still works out a third of the price of most on eBay Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ta05 Posted July 3, 2013 Share Posted July 3, 2013 Build review of my TT01E here: http://www.fusionhobbies.com/blog-article/tamiya-tt01-type-e-review Options parts listing is here: http://www.tamiya.com/english/rc/rcmanual/tt01e_options.pdf Hope it helps Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arron99 Posted September 1, 2013 Share Posted September 1, 2013 (edited) Currently upgrading my TT-01E and I've bought some new turnbuckle tie rods. Nothing complicated so far but what the hell is the long one for? It doesn't connect the steering arms as is won't clear the driveshaft. It also doesn't come off the steering servo as its the wrong shape and length. This random piece is really annoying me, ha. I'll be able to sleep easier at night once I know. So answers please Edited September 1, 2013 by Arron99 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NuttyProfessor Posted September 1, 2013 Share Posted September 1, 2013 From the servo to the connecting arm between the 2 steering rods? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arron99 Posted September 1, 2013 Share Posted September 1, 2013 Damn, what an idiot. You're right. I didn't try it as its in bits and i'm waiting for the bearings. When I looked the bend in the arm from the servo makes it look like it won't fit. Though the ball cup joints allow the bar to go in at an angle. It is a touch longer though, so i'll have to change the offset or the default servo horn position. Thanks for the help. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NuttyProfessor Posted September 1, 2013 Share Posted September 1, 2013 Cant you shorten it with the turnbuckle? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arron99 Posted September 1, 2013 Share Posted September 1, 2013 That I can, good point. This is a genuinely helpful forum, I know new people ask basic questions sometimes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NuttyProfessor Posted September 1, 2013 Share Posted September 1, 2013 Dont worry fella, ive been into RC for 15 years and im still learning plus ive had 2 tt01's in various forms which helps. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hpi_matrix_stock Posted September 1, 2013 Author Share Posted September 1, 2013 Amazing this thread I made 7 years ago is still going, I will look into updating the links in the first post! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NuttyProfessor Posted September 1, 2013 Share Posted September 1, 2013 Well the TT01 is still one of the best chassis's being robust and easy to drive once it is setup nicely Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hpi_matrix_stock Posted September 1, 2013 Author Share Posted September 1, 2013 Well the TT01 is still one of the best chassis's being robust and easy to drive once it is setup nicely Funny thing is ive never even owned one Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NuttyProfessor Posted September 1, 2013 Share Posted September 1, 2013 But its one of those cars for beginners and experts, start low powered up to the 7900kv monster I had Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ginge2013 Posted September 28, 2013 Share Posted September 28, 2013 Seeing this thread its just reminded me I have a tt-01 brought the kit including everything even batteries for 65 brand new never thought much of it until I saw you guys obviously still use/ race them think I might have to get it back out of hiding Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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