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Title: first atempt at a tamiya model
Post by: murraymint on 30 October 2011, 16:51
(http://i1106.photobucket.com/albums/h364/murrayminf/2011-10-30163832.jpg)

(http://i1106.photobucket.com/albums/h364/murrayminf/2011-10-30164012.jpg)

(http://i1106.photobucket.com/albums/h364/murrayminf/2011-10-30164159.jpg)

what'd you reckon?
Title: Re: first atempt at a tamiya model
Post by: Agreeable Slick on 30 October 2011, 17:14
I think you're missing a bit.
Title: Re: first atempt at a tamiya model
Post by: murraymint on 30 October 2011, 17:15
the engine? lol
Title: Re: first atempt at a tamiya model
Post by: Agreeable Slick on 30 October 2011, 18:14
Quote from: murraymint on 30 October 2011, 17:15
the engine? lol

:afro:
Title: Re: first atempt at a tamiya model
Post by: richw911 on 30 October 2011, 18:18
Good effort  :cool:

I used to build these as a lad  :laugh: Radio controlled ones  :wink:

Bush devil and lunch box were awesome trucks  :grin:
Title: Re: first atempt at a tamiya model
Post by: daz veedub on 30 October 2011, 18:53
Quote from: richw911 on 30 October 2011, 18:18
Good effort  :cool:

I used to build these as a lad  :laugh: Radio controlled ones  :wink:

Bush devil and lunch box were awesome trucks  :grin:

my mate had a lunchbox truck back in the day it was awesome  :smiley:
Title: Re: first atempt at a tamiya model
Post by: gm8 on 30 October 2011, 19:05
(http://i251.photobucket.com/albums/gg303/gm8dwj/lb.jpg)

they re released it a few yrs ago , i got one last year  :evil:
Title: Re: first atempt at a tamiya model
Post by: richw911 on 30 October 2011, 19:09
Sweet  :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:

You should get this pinion gear  http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Tamiya-Grasshopper-18T-Pinion-Gear-540-Motor-9805997-/140611330843?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item20bd16a31b

Watch it fly  :grin:

Ball race set too  :cool:
Title: Re: first atempt at a tamiya model
Post by: gm8 on 30 October 2011, 19:13
the lunchbox now has metal bearings and a tuned motor  :grin:

had this recently too  , very fast

(http://i251.photobucket.com/albums/gg303/gm8dwj/g2.jpg)


PS sorry for hijack op , your model looks fantastic !
Title: Re: first atempt at a tamiya model
Post by: richw911 on 30 October 2011, 19:15
lol :laugh: I love it how much did you pay for the lunch box if you don't mind me asking?
Title: Re: first atempt at a tamiya model
Post by: gm8 on 30 October 2011, 19:19
kit is about £100 , £5 for the yellow paint , and about £40 for the radio gear. great fun to build up too
Title: Re: first atempt at a tamiya model
Post by: richw911 on 30 October 2011, 19:22
Quote from: gm8 on 30 October 2011, 19:19
kit is about £100 , £5 for the yellow paint , and about £40 for the radio gear. great fun to build up too

Cheers Yeah i built one and a bush devil, super hornet, grasshopper, clio, and  a mardave ministock  :grin:

Title: Re: first atempt at a tamiya model
Post by: gm8 on 30 October 2011, 19:25
(http://i251.photobucket.com/albums/gg303/gm8dwj/h1.jpg)

have this , and a monster beetle also , will need to get a pic of the beetle
Title: Re: first atempt at a tamiya model
Post by: DanChave on 30 October 2011, 19:26
I'm getting a MK1 Golf static model to build for Chrimbo :)
Title: Re: first atempt at a tamiya model
Post by: richw911 on 30 October 2011, 19:28
Ha this thread is bringing back memory's  :laugh: :grin:

 
Title: Re: first atempt at a tamiya model
Post by: salsheikh on 30 October 2011, 20:12
i want to build a Skyline R34 GTR one but only want to do the shell and no motors etc as its only for show but cant find any kits other than the modelshop shops and they are nearly £200 for the kit  :angry:
Title: Re: first atempt at a tamiya model
Post by: johnnyvr6 on 30 October 2011, 20:12
Quote from: murraymint on 30 October 2011, 16:51
(http://i1106.photobucket.com/albums/h364/murrayminf/2011-10-30163832.jpg)

(http://i1106.photobucket.com/albums/h364/murrayminf/2011-10-30164012.jpg)

(http://i1106.photobucket.com/albums/h364/murrayminf/2011-10-30164159.jpg)

what'd you reckon?

i have just bought these so i can stick powerfull motors in them,its going to be my new hobbie cos cant afford motocross anymore what do you think
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/110760483063?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649#ht_500wt_1152
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/270842398091?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649#ht_500wt_1152
Title: Re: first atempt at a tamiya model
Post by: gm8 on 30 October 2011, 20:26
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Tamiya-58342-RC-Lancia-Delta-HF-Integrale-TT01-w-ESC-/290545434574?pt=Radio_Control_Vehicles&hash=item43a5db7fce

more costly , but far more upgradeable/tuneable/relaible than the ones you have bought
Title: Re: first atempt at a tamiya model
Post by: gm8 on 30 October 2011, 20:28
Quote from: salsheikh on 30 October 2011, 20:12
i want to build a Skyline R34 GTR one but only want to do the shell and no motors etc as its only for show but cant find any kits other than the modelshop shops and they are nearly £200 for the kit  :angry:


http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Tamiya-1-24-Nissan-Skyline-GT-R-R34-Nismo-Z-tune-24282-/370532287247?pt=UK_ToysGames_ModelKits_ModelKits_JN&hash=item564572030f

no good to you ?
Title: Re: first atempt at a tamiya model
Post by: johnnyvr6 on 30 October 2011, 20:38
Quote from: gm8 on 30 October 2011, 20:26
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Tamiya-58342-RC-Lancia-Delta-HF-Integrale-TT01-w-ESC-/290545434574?pt=Radio_Control_Vehicles&hash=item43a5db7fce

more costly , but far more upgradeable/tuneable/relaible than the ones you have bought
if i was going to spend that much i would rather get a petrol one,the ones i got will do me till i get bored lol
Title: Re: first atempt at a tamiya model
Post by: gm8 on 30 October 2011, 20:39
brushless motor setups and lipo batterys are pretty much better than petrol/nitro nowadays
Title: Re: first atempt at a tamiya model
Post by: bodga on 30 October 2011, 20:43
Quote from: gm8 on 30 October 2011, 20:26
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Tamiya-58342-RC-Lancia-Delta-HF-Integrale-TT01-w-ESC-/290545434574?pt=Radio_Control_Vehicles&hash=item43a5db7fce

more costly , but far more upgradeable/tuneable/relaible than the ones you have bought

Ive got that one, loads of fun with 4x4.

 Also got the mini (british leyland :wink:) and the old monster beetle. Ive shredded the front tyres on the mini, my 8 year old loves them. He broke a trak rod off the monster beetle. parts for them are like rocking horse poo now.

I really need to bring them into the 21st century though with some electronic speed units etc. Job for next summer :huh:
Title: Re: first atempt at a tamiya model
Post by: DanChave on 30 October 2011, 21:37
Quote from: salsheikh on 30 October 2011, 20:12
i want to build a Skyline R34 GTR one but only want to do the shell and no motors etc as its only for show but cant find any kits other than the modelshop shops and they are nearly £200 for the kit  :angry:

hiroboy.com :)
Title: Re: first atempt at a tamiya model
Post by: Jack3559 on 30 October 2011, 22:23
Needs lowering.
Title: Re: first atempt at a tamiya model
Post by: raptorSE on 01 November 2011, 12:21
I had all these years ago had a super astute they was cool and the forumla one cars were well quic then started racing the 1/5th scale FG cars I worked in the model shop at weekends so use to get them trade + vat and also use to get tuned team motors that were not available to the public seriusly quick would easily top 90mph. The retail price for them was about £2500  :cool:

Done a good job there mate looks smart  :cool:
Title: Re: first atempt at a tamiya model
Post by: johnnyvr6 on 01 November 2011, 13:18
i pick my new hpi baja ss 26cc its a f**kin beast and its 32inch long will post some pics up tonight
Title: Re: first atempt at a tamiya model
Post by: LowlifeDubber on 02 November 2011, 07:01
Reading this thread has made me want to get one for myself for xmas :evil:
Ive got some woods over my fence with loads of jumps and stuff so would love a 4x4.It's a residentiaal area so electric would be preferable also if it was petrol im sure i would want to tune the tits off it after one run.
Anyone recommend a good site or a specific all in kit for say £200?

Good work with the Corrolla MurrayMint :cool:
Title: Re: first atempt at a tamiya model
Post by: gm8 on 02 November 2011, 09:36
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Tamiya-58347-Lunch-Box-Kit-Acoms-Techniplus-Radio-1800-7-2v-Charger-/360405476344?pt=UK_Gadgets&hash=item53e9d723f8

The lunchbox is only 2wd but dont let that put you off :)

paint it however you like also
Title: Re: first atempt at a tamiya model
Post by: Misky on 02 November 2011, 10:50
Quote from: LowlifeDubber on 02 November 2011, 07:01
Reading this thread has made me want to get one for myself for xmas :evil:
Ive got some woods over my fence with loads of jumps and stuff so would love a 4x4.It's a residentiaal area so electric would be preferable also if it was petrol im sure i would want to tune the tits off it after one run.
Anyone recommend a good site or a specific all in kit for say £200?

Good work with the Corrolla MurrayMint :cool:

I had this.

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Tamiya-58309-1-10-RC-Twin-Detonator-DAGGER-4WD-/330633019506?pt=Radio_Control_Vehicles&hash=item4cfb438072

Twin racing motors it was a weapon!!!  :evil:
Title: Re: first atempt at a tamiya model
Post by: Misky on 02 November 2011, 10:53
Quote from: Misky on 02 November 2011, 10:50
Quote from: LowlifeDubber on 02 November 2011, 07:01
Reading this thread has made me want to get one for myself for xmas :evil:
Ive got some woods over my fence with loads of jumps and stuff so would love a 4x4.It's a residentiaal area so electric would be preferable also if it was petrol im sure i would want to tune the tits off it after one run.
Anyone recommend a good site or a specific all in kit for say £200?

Good work with the Corrolla MurrayMint :cool:

I had this.

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/TAMIYA-TWIN-DETONATOR-/300617341152?pt=UK_ToysGames_RadioControlled_JN&hash=item45fe3098e0

Twin racing motors it was a weapon!!!  :evil:
Title: Re: first atempt at a tamiya model
Post by: LowlifeDubber on 02 November 2011, 17:42
Im liking that Lunchbox,does it have everything i need to get going or do i have to fanny around with radio gear and crystals and all that or has it all changed since i was a lad? :grin:
Title: Re: first atempt at a tamiya model
Post by: gm8 on 02 November 2011, 19:26
that link i posted has all you need bar paint  :smiley: , you still have to build it tho . you could add some metal bearings and oil shocks and still be under your budget  :evil:
Title: Re: first atempt at a tamiya model
Post by: LowlifeDubber on 02 November 2011, 19:59
Quote from: gm8 on 02 November 2011, 19:26
that link i posted has all you need bar paint  :smiley: , you still have to build it tho . you could add some metal bearings and oil shocks and still be under your budget  :evil:

Sweet!What are the tuning capabilities of it?I can't leave anything standard! :undecided:
Title: Re: first atempt at a tamiya model
Post by: gm8 on 02 November 2011, 20:02
loads m8, motors , shocks, gearing , bearings , LIPO batteries etc .

get a brushless motor and ESC and the thing will be crazy fast

look on youtube , loads of vids for brushless lunchbox
Title: Re: first atempt at a tamiya model
Post by: LowlifeDubber on 02 November 2011, 20:06
Ok thats done it.Is this one ok? http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/TAMIYA-49459-LUNCHBOX-GOLD-EDITION-RC-CAR-KIT-NEW-LIMITED-EDITION-COMBO-/290625614840?pt=UK_ToysGames_RadioControlled_JN&hash=item43aaa2f3f8#ht_2054wt_821

If so i will get on it now :evil:
Title: Re: first atempt at a tamiya model
Post by: golf-sib on 02 November 2011, 20:08
Looks like a good hobby, do they do other stuff apart from cars like planes?

Also do they do real small engines etc? As I'd love a real engine in something a foot or two long (not sure what scale this would be)?

This could be a good hobby!
Title: Re: first atempt at a tamiya model
Post by: richw911 on 02 November 2011, 20:13
Quote from: LowlifeDubber on 02 November 2011, 20:06
Ok thats done it.Is this one ok? http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/TAMIYA-49459-LUNCHBOX-GOLD-EDITION-RC-CAR-KIT-NEW-LIMITED-EDITION-COMBO-/290625614840?pt=UK_ToysGames_RadioControlled_JN&hash=item43aaa2f3f8#ht_2054wt_821

If so i will get on it now :evil:

The wheelies are brilliant  :laugh:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qe8Hh0pZdNw  :grin:
Title: Re: first atempt at a tamiya model
Post by: richw911 on 02 November 2011, 20:15
Quote from: LowlifeDubber on 02 November 2011, 20:06
Ok thats done it.Is this one ok? http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/TAMIYA-49459-LUNCHBOX-GOLD-EDITION-RC-CAR-KIT-NEW-LIMITED-EDITION-COMBO-/290625614840?pt=UK_ToysGames_RadioControlled_JN&hash=item43aaa2f3f8#ht_2054wt_821

If so i will get on it now :evil:

I would get a kit with an Acoms techniplus controller  :wink:

http://www.modelsport.co.uk/acoms-techniplus-2.4g-stick-radio/rc-car-products/38190
Title: Re: first atempt at a tamiya model
Post by: gm8 on 02 November 2011, 20:16
tamya dont do planes but other companies do .

Tamiya do some excellent trucks/tanks etc with working gearboxes etc have a look at these :


http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/56325-Tamiya-RC-Man-TGX-26-540-Lorry-/110722137998?pt=UK_ToysGames_RadioControlled_JN&hash=item19c78dbf8e


http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Tamiya-1-16-M51-Super-Sherman-Full-Option-Kit-56030-/110753959952?pt=UK_ToysGames_RadioControlled_JN&hash=item19c9735010


http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/TAMIYA-1-10-FORD-F-350-HIGHLIFT-58372-SEALED-/190579701279?pt=Radio_Control_Vehicles&hash=item2c5f6f761f

can get an expensive hobby tho lol
Title: Re: first atempt at a tamiya model
Post by: gm8 on 02 November 2011, 20:17
Quote from: LowlifeDubber on 02 November 2011, 20:06
Ok thats done it.Is this one ok? http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/TAMIYA-49459-LUNCHBOX-GOLD-EDITION-RC-CAR-KIT-NEW-LIMITED-EDITION-COMBO-/290625614840?pt=UK_ToysGames_RadioControlled_JN&hash=item43aaa2f3f8#ht_2054wt_821

If so i will get on it now :evil:

thats the LTD ed gold one so you wont need to paint , if you want to do a custom paint job get the reg one in the link I posted before.
Title: Re: first atempt at a tamiya model
Post by: LowlifeDubber on 02 November 2011, 20:24
Quote from: richw911 on 02 November 2011, 20:13
The wheelies are brilliant  :laugh:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qe8Hh0pZdNw  :grin:
Quote from: gm8 on 02 November 2011, 20:17
thats the LTD ed gold one so you wont need to paint , if you want to do a custom paint job get the reg one in the link I posted before.

Cheers boys,way to lose me £200 :angry:
Just ordered the one in the 1st link as i want to spray it(well actually i want to give it to my mate to do it black with real fire airbrushing on it) :evil:

My missus is gunna hate you :grin:
Title: Re: first atempt at a tamiya model
Post by: gm8 on 02 November 2011, 20:27
lol  , you will love it !

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Tamiya-Lunchbox-58063-MS-Bearing-Set-/350013094283?pt=UK_ToysGames_RadioControlled_JN&hash=item517e67f98b

I can post more upgrades if you like  :drool:
Title: Re: first atempt at a tamiya model
Post by: richw911 on 02 November 2011, 20:28
Quote from: LowlifeDubber on 02 November 2011, 20:24
Quote from: richw911 on 02 November 2011, 20:13
The wheelies are brilliant  :laugh:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qe8Hh0pZdNw  :grin:
Quote from: gm8 on 02 November 2011, 20:17
thats the LTD ed gold one so you wont need to paint , if you want to do a custom paint job get the reg one in the link I posted before.

Cheers boys,way to lose me £200 :angry:
Just ordered the one in the 1st link as i want to spray it(well actually i want to give it to my mate to do it black with real fire airbrushing on it) :evil:

My missus is gunna hate you :grin:

You are going to have such a laugh with it awesome fun building it too  :laugh: :afro:
Title: Re: first atempt at a tamiya model
Post by: richw911 on 02 November 2011, 20:29
Quote from: gm8 on 02 November 2011, 20:27
lol  , you will love it !

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Tamiya-Lunchbox-58063-MS-Bearing-Set-/350013094283?pt=UK_ToysGames_RadioControlled_JN&hash=item517e67f98b

I can post more upgrades if you like  :drool:

Defiantly get these as the plastic bearings in the kit wear quickly  :laugh:  :wink:
Title: Re: first atempt at a tamiya model
Post by: LowlifeDubber on 02 November 2011, 20:33
Quote from: gm8 on 02 November 2011, 20:27
lol  , you will love it !
I can post more upgrades if you like  :drool:

It's only been on order 3 minutes and ive already bookmarked new speed controllers different diff gears and uprated shocks. :grin: Cheers for the help(and for spending my money) :grin:

Quote from: richw911 on 02 November 2011, 20:28
You are going to have such a laugh with it awesome fun building it too  :laugh: :afro:

I think i may even do a build thread :evil:
Title: Re: first atempt at a tamiya model
Post by: richw911 on 02 November 2011, 20:36
Quote from: LowlifeDubber on 02 November 2011, 20:33
Quote from: gm8 on 02 November 2011, 20:27
lol  , you will love it !
I can post more upgrades if you like  :drool:

It's only been on order 3 minutes and ive already bookmarked new speed controllers different diff gears and uprated shocks. :grin: Cheers for the help(and for spending my money) :grin:

Quote from: richw911 on 02 November 2011, 20:28
You are going to have such a laugh with it awesome fun building it too  :laugh: :afro:

I think i may even do a build thread :evil:

 :grin: :grin: :grin: :grin: :grin:

Yeah you have to do a build thread in the nonsense section  :laugh:

We could help you choose a colour scheme  :smiley:
Title: Re: first atempt at a tamiya model
Post by: gm8 on 02 November 2011, 20:36
Quote from: LowlifeDubber on 02 November 2011, 20:33
Quote from: gm8 on 02 November 2011, 20:27
lol  , you will love it !
I can post more upgrades if you like  :drool:

It's only been on order 3 minutes and ive already bookmarked new speed controllers different diff gears and uprated shocks. :grin: Cheers for the help(and for spending my money) :grin:

Quote from: richw911 on 02 November 2011, 20:28
You are going to have such a laugh with it awesome fun building it too  :laugh: :afro:

I think i may even do a build thread :evil:

no probs , and yes a build thread is a must !
Title: Re: first atempt at a tamiya model
Post by: murraymint on 02 November 2011, 20:37
build thread would be awesome!
Title: Re: first atempt at a tamiya model
Post by: LowlifeDubber on 02 November 2011, 20:39
Quote from: richw911 on 02 November 2011, 20:36

 :grin: :grin: :grin: :grin: :grin:

Yeah you have to do a build thread in the nonsense section  :laugh:

We could help you choose a colour scheme  :smiley:

Ive already text my artist/sprayer mate and he's agreed to do it for me.Ive requested Jet Black with real fire flames on the front for a proper retro look. :evil:

A la
(http://www.chuckbauman.com/true-fire-mailbox-1.jpg)

Im very excited now!Now just got to tell the missus when she gets home........... :laugh:
Title: Re: first atempt at a tamiya model
Post by: gm8 on 02 November 2011, 20:44
(http://i251.photobucket.com/albums/gg303/gm8dwj/lb2.jpg)

Paint the wheels / exhausts etc black too that will look great !!!

That is another one I made up , sold that one on tho  :sad:
Title: Re: first atempt at a tamiya model
Post by: LowlifeDubber on 02 November 2011, 20:48
Murdered out looks cool :evil:

If anyone fancies a second hand one there are some here for reasonable money!

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/tamiya-lunchbox-/270842506886?pt=UK_ToysGames_RadioControlled_JN&hash=item3f0f78ae86#ht_500wt_1069


The original
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/rc-car-tamiya-VANESSAS-LUNCH-BOX-RARE-VINTAGE-TRUCK-/330633726750?pt=UK_ToysGames_RadioControlled_JN&hash=item4cfb4e4b1e#ht_500wt_1069

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Tamiya-Lunchbox-good-condition-/360405544554?pt=UK_ToysGames_RadioControlled_JN&hash=item53e9d82e6a#ht_500wt_1069
Title: Re: first atempt at a tamiya model
Post by: gm8 on 07 November 2011, 16:03
weres the build thread then  :grin:
Title: Re: first atempt at a tamiya model
Post by: LowlifeDubber on 07 November 2011, 16:26
Dont bring it up! :angry:
Parcel came saturday while i was at work.Missus signed for it and promptly hid it at her mothers in Mansfield till xmas :angry: So im sat with all the bearings and bits to tweak it with but no bloody car!!! :sick:

Wounded :cry:
If she thinks im helping with xmas dinner she has another think coming!I will be spending morning trying out my new machine polisher and the rest of the day building my car.Only stopping to eat a bit of turkey :grin:

I wouldnt mind so much but i bought it for myself for xmas :sad:
Title: Re: first atempt at a tamiya model
Post by: gm8 on 07 November 2011, 16:36
Quote from: LowlifeDubber on 07 November 2011, 16:26
Dont bring it up! :angry:
Parcel came saturday while i was at work.Missus signed for it and promptly hid it at her mothers in Mansfield till xmas :angry: So im sat with all the bearings and bits to tweak it with but no bloody car!!! :sick:

Wounded :cry:
If she thinks im helping with xmas dinner she has another think coming!I will be spending morning trying out my new machine polisher and the rest of the day building my car.Only stopping to eat a bit of turkey :grin:

I wouldnt mind so much but i bought it for myself for xmas :sad:

Ouch !!! Sounds like a good xmas day tho , and it'll be here in no time now !
Title: Re: first atempt at a tamiya model
Post by: LowlifeDubber on 07 November 2011, 16:44
But i want it now!!!(stamps foot) :evil:
Title: Re: first atempt at a tamiya model
Post by: murraymint on 07 November 2011, 22:01
went into model zone in cardif wen i was visitin the other half at the weekend and really wanted to pick one of these up!!! lol she would'ov killed me tho.

and thanks for the comments on the corrola, cheers guys :afro:
Title: Re: first atempt at a tamiya model
Post by: LowlifeDubber on 08 November 2011, 06:47
Quote from: murraymint on 07 November 2011, 22:01
went into model zone in cardif wen i was visitin the other half at the weekend and really wanted to pick one of these up!!! lol she would'ov killed me tho.

and thanks for the comments on the corrola, cheers guys :afro:
You gunna take some vids of it in action mate? :evil: