ChrisT Posted March 7, 2020 Share Posted March 7, 2020 8 minutes ago, Seanster43 said: Got some ordered, emailed the seller first, he says they don’t advertise what the don’t have in stock so all good. Cheers for the link Chris👍🏻 I've purchased from skmodels plenty of times, no problem at all. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seanster43 Posted March 12, 2020 Author Share Posted March 12, 2020 Finally arrived! On call this weekend so next updates will be Monday, pretty much got everything I need for now still on the look out for a few hop ups. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seanster43 Posted March 22, 2020 Author Share Posted March 22, 2020 Finally got a few bits done mainly in the steering department. I ended up getting a new alloy steering mount as I had issues with the TG-10 ones, also had problems with clearance for the high torque servo saver it kept scraping, seems a very tight fitting steering set up, not much room for error lol but I enjoy modifying and getting a result. I ended up shimming some plastic of the servo saver now works great. Only one side of the servo mount is alloy but better than nothing I guess. Wheels and tyres also fitted. Just need to fit the motor and turnbuckles, then decide on a new ESC possibly will use another Tble-02s as that was the original plan as struggling to get a man alloy motor mount didn’t want one that was too hot but worked with the current set up. I have a bad habit of buying bits trying things out and getting it wrong it’s all good fun and means I have plenty spares for future projects lol. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seanster43 Posted March 22, 2020 Author Share Posted March 22, 2020 Can anyone tell me what this part is for it was amongst the chassis when it arrived, the winner gets 7mm alloy hex wheel adaptors x4 👍🏻 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisT Posted March 23, 2020 Share Posted March 23, 2020 (edited) That is part E2. I've downloaded the manual and gone through it and don't seem to be able to find its fitting location. Bare in mind it was the mitsubishi evo manual I downloaded. The part maybe used on different models. Usually when a part is not used it's greyed out. In the mitsubishi manual it isn't. That's all I can tell you on that I'm afraid. Edited March 23, 2020 by ChrisT 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seanster43 Posted March 24, 2020 Author Share Posted March 24, 2020 Nice one cheers Chris. Pm me your details will send you those hex adapters if they’re any good to you? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisT Posted March 26, 2020 Share Posted March 26, 2020 On 24/03/2020 at 20:35, Seanster43 said: Nice one cheers Chris. Pm me your details will send you those hex adapters if they’re any good to you? Thanks Paul. I appreciate the offer but have no use for them other than wanting them lol Maybe run a comp or free give away? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gaz! Posted March 26, 2020 Share Posted March 26, 2020 I think the part is for the second servo and msc to mount to, otherwise I’m stumped, lol pretty solid chassis though, I do like the escort cosworth, last of the decent fords anyway.... my vote goes with the ken block variant, never seen one of those done before. keep up the good work and cracking build thread 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seanster43 Posted March 27, 2020 Author Share Posted March 27, 2020 23 hours ago, Gaz! said: I think the part is for the second servo and msc to mount to, otherwise I’m stumped, lol pretty solid chassis though, I do like the escort cosworth, last of the decent fords anyway.... my vote goes with the ken block variant, never seen one of those done before. keep up the good work and cracking build thread Cheers Gaz appreciate the info, I’m going for the pilot one for now but I plan to get another shell and will definitely be doing a Ken Block one, this is a slow build due to availability of spares and hop ups I need (Alloy Motor Mount) I have had to re-jig things about. I originally wanted a brushless set up but don’t want to run too hot a motor with the standard mount so opted for the gt tuned motor for now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seanster43 Posted March 27, 2020 Author Share Posted March 27, 2020 Also if anyone finds me a link for an alloy motor mount it would be highly appreciated like hens teeth the now! I am desperate got cash waiting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seanster43 Posted March 30, 2020 Author Share Posted March 30, 2020 (edited) GT Motor finally fitted does anyone know if the 0.6 mod kit pinion is alloy or steel it feels like steel but looks like alloy lol. Not much room for the heat sink but made it fit. Also noticed the rear has some serious camber going on so is next on my list as will be fitting the turnbuckle set. As I said slow progress but getting there! Edited March 30, 2020 by Seanster43 Spelling Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seanster43 Posted March 30, 2020 Author Share Posted March 30, 2020 Serious camber, hard to see in pictures in this normal for the rears to toe in so much? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seanster43 Posted April 20, 2020 Author Share Posted April 20, 2020 Slow updates as been on call at the ready with work so not a lot been happening. Tough times for us all though. This arrived the other day should complement the brushed motor nicely, so electronics and chassis pretty much done for now, going to order paint and finally get the body started, cheers again to ChrisT for the help and advice. Also thanks to all following/commenting on this thread. Stay safe everyone more updates soon. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seanster43 Posted April 27, 2020 Author Share Posted April 27, 2020 Quick one guys if possible? Should I use the heat plate on this motor with this speed controller or should it not matter? Also finally got hold of an alloy motor mount so might mean I can go brushless after all either way can use these parts in my next project 😂 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisT Posted April 27, 2020 Share Posted April 27, 2020 Yeah, you can still use the heat sink, no reason why not. Wont be any harm. Good choice on the ESC, can easily take motors down to 12 turn iff required. Good find on the motor mount, I did a search when you last mentioned it in the thread and came up nil. Look forward to seeing the body 👍 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seanster43 Posted April 27, 2020 Author Share Posted April 27, 2020 Cheers Chris. Yeah it was spot on for the money and I thought it would compliment the motor if I couldn’t find an alloy mount. Seems an addiction now with parts and upgrades I wish you never told me that about the motor turns will be looking in no time at other ones 😂. Yeah it’s coming from America so will be here in May. Still got some yellow paint I think in the hut from the racing fighter build so just need to order some blue plaint. Going to have to run this car tbh too much time went in to be a shelf queen 😅 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heavyleftthumb Posted April 28, 2020 Share Posted April 28, 2020 looking great pal. great progress. good luck finding the motor mount i never managed to find one for mine year ago. are you planning on using the dirt guard lexan cover? if i remember right the heatsink needs to be used if your using the dirt guard. due to cooling issues on the standard motor. the metal prop on this model im is standard as this type of chassis was the basis for the nitro powered tamiya cars. the diffs and drive train are real heavy duty compared to tt01 tt02 etc. keep up the great work . you make me wish id kept my tb01 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seanster43 Posted April 28, 2020 Author Share Posted April 28, 2020 2 hours ago, heavyleftthumb said: looking great pal. great progress. good luck finding the motor mount i never managed to find one for mine year ago. are you planning on using the dirt guard lexan cover? if i remember right the heatsink needs to be used if your using the dirt guard. due to cooling issues on the standard motor. the metal prop on this model im is standard as this type of chassis was the basis for the nitro powered tamiya cars. the diffs and drive train are real heavy duty compared to tt01 tt02 etc. keep up the great work . you make me wish id kept my tb01 Cheers appreciate the input. Good to know I’ll be using it on loose gravel when I get a chance to run it so will be best to use the heat sink as well I think. I’ve got a spare metal prop too so may need to get a brushless set up on the go if I find another decent spec tb-01 😂 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RickC Posted April 30, 2020 Share Posted April 30, 2020 cool buildive been looking foran escort body for ages,any chance you could let me know where you got it has to be the tiger stripes version forme 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seanster43 Posted April 30, 2020 Author Share Posted April 30, 2020 Cheers👍🏻. Where about are you based? I’m in the U.K. and used L&L models, really good repro shells. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RickC Posted April 30, 2020 Share Posted April 30, 2020 3 hours ago, Seanster43 said: Cheers👍🏻. Where about are you based? I’m in the U.K. and used L&L models, really good repro shells. North lincs in the uk. Cheers I took a look I'll wait till they get some more in stock, I'm after the tiger stripe body I think, i need some 0 degree wheels too 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seanster43 Posted May 1, 2020 Author Share Posted May 1, 2020 Found this in the shed delighted easy half a can so should do. Been a nightmare trying to get paint as we all know. Just the blue to order and can finally get started on the shell!! Told you all it was a slow build. 😂 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisT Posted May 1, 2020 Share Posted May 1, 2020 Good stuff. Yeah half a can should be plenty. You could get away with spraying one of the mirrors with that too as one is yellow and the other is blue. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seanster43 Posted May 1, 2020 Author Share Posted May 1, 2020 Indeed, good idea, I appreciate your tips in a previous post too mate. Where’s the best place to get paint delivered from? You ran the Porsche yet Chris next on my list really smart car. 👍🏻 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisT Posted May 1, 2020 Share Posted May 1, 2020 5 minutes ago, Seanster43 said: Indeed, good idea, I appreciate your tips in a previous post too mate. Where’s the best place to get paint delivered from? You ran the Porsche yet Chris next on my list really smart car. 👍🏻 Getting paint delivered is hit and miss. Modelsport use UPS for paint but they seem pretty good ATM with next day delivery. Problem is delivery is £6 so it may be worth making up an order. I believe a lot of places charge £5 upwards or you could try ebay. However, iff you do want to buy from modelsport be quick. As of 11pm tonight they are closing their web checkout. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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