davidwj95

Thanks for the replies, I'll look into other brands and probably save a bit of cash too.

Has anyone got any experience with tamiya TBLM 02 brushless motors? I was wondering how they compare with other brands. I'm looking for a 17.5t for my M07 to replace the 21t core rc brushed motor that I'm currently running.

I've just finished the shell I recently bought. I'm happy with it for its intended use which will be racing, it feels strong and has enough detail to look good going round a track. The decals, however, were completely useless. Fortunately id sprayed the grille silver as the decal had no adhesion at all and fell straight off.

I ordered with them for the first time last week. I got the 225mm mini pick up, I'm very happy with it, it's better than I was expecting. It's not got the same level of detail as a tamiya shell but has more detail than the Phat bodies shell I had before. I have also been happy with the phat bodies shell, although not as detailed it is very durable.

Thanks. Yes, I masked off the centre, push the tape down nice and tight using a finger nail to get the tape to follow the shape. then cut round the hub cap part with a sharp knife. I think that wheel was core RC shark grey polycarbonate paint.

Thanks for the replies, I found that the 2cv rally and polycarbonate lowride pumpkin use this style of wheel in white so I'll go with them.

The only wheels I've ever broken have been the chrome type, is there something in the manufacturing process that makes them more brittle or have i just had bad luck with them? I want some m chassis beetle style wheels for a project but as it will be raced i need them to be fairly strong. I'm wondering if the type used on the mini lunchbox would be less brittle. I'd need to paint them unless anyone knows if they are made in any other colour other than chrome or yellow. Thanks

That's the delrin gear set I ordered, you just need the one set. I also ordered an aluminum motor mount, can't remember what brand but it was about £10. I'd also get steel pinions for both cars, just check the pitch as they are different.

Yes it's part A5, it links the front arms to the gearbox. I fitted the Xtra speed aluminium replacement, my only complaint is that there was a bit of slop in it where the hinge pins pass through. I ended up drilling and sleeving it. There is also an A5 reinforcing plate that fits on top of the kit A5 plastic part. This would work just as well.

I dont have either of those but i do have have a terra scorcher and a top force which are very similar to your choices. The top force has better handling and is very easy to drive. The terra scorcher is very good on longer grass and rough gravel as it has more ground clearance. They are both great cars but if I could only pick one I'd probably go for the Manta Ray. I fitted aluminum A5 part to the terra scorcher and it has been very reliable and nothing has broken yet. The Top force is newer so I can't comment on reliability but I fitted aluminum motor mount and swapped the aluminum idler gear for the delrin version.

I've been setting my M05 up for racing following a guide I found online. I upgraded to the super mini CVAs which has transformed the handling from the old friction shocks. I have the 53333 tuned spring set that I'd like to try but the springs seem too short. Do I make up the difference with the preload collars or should I be limiting the stroke with internal spacers? The club I will be going to race on carpet so any other tips will be appreciated.

The high lift uses 12mm hexes. I put 1.55 beadlocks on mine with 114mm tyres. I always thought the kit wheels and tyres looked a bit small.

I'm looking forward to this meet, I've only been able to do 2-3 hours for the last for the last few but should be free the whole day for this one. I think I'll be bringing top force, cougar, cr01 blackfoot, thunder dragon and xv01. Apart from the blackfoot they all get round the tracks well.

A great day again and as usual I came away with a list of jobs to do (and money to spend) on my cars before the next meeting.