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  1. I remember (i think correctly) Tarquini winning the BTCC in early 90's in a 155, or was it later than that? All a bit of a blur these days...
  2. Seems a shame, and perhaps a bit of a missed opportunity bearing in mind the high regard that most TRF models seem to be held in.
  3. Does anybody know if Tamiya have ever done a ReRe of a TRF buggy? If not, what do you think are the chances that they may do one in the future some time?
  4. Thanks, probably give it a go then. Was meaning to get the XLS but missed the boat on that one, so think a Procat will be next best as I doubt Schumacher will ever do a Tamiya and get into ReReRe's!
  5. Trying to decide whether to press the button on this one or wait for a (possible) Bosscat. Out of interest, was the Bosscat any easier / less frustrating a build than the XLS / Procat back in the day? Do you think this Procat will be any better than (certain parts) of the XLS build, or is pretty much identical other than rear suspension and adjustable belt tension etc? I've restored a Turbo Optima Mid and a few basic Tamiya's over the years, so I'm not a complete newb, but just a little worried the Procat may not be that enjoyable a build.
  6. So much criticism of a company (rightly so imo), yet when a new car hits the shelves, we all (well, most of us) go straight out and beg for our wallets to be emptied. For as long as that situation exists, I fear that Tamiya won't give a stuff what we all think about their cars, parts supply or their internal politics. Perhaps when fewer people are living the nostalgia dream, and they have to appeal to a wider range of punters, their models appealing on their own merits, they'll start to care more about providing a competitive model with decent aftersales support. Until then, just expect more of the same. It's the main reason I've stuck to Tamiya staples / core models thus far - Lunchie, Hornet, Blitzer - good simple, wholesome, fun rigs that don't cost the earth and for which you can easily get parts.
  7. I appreciate this is an old thread, but thought I'd ask anyway. When looking at Stadium Blitzer decals at MCI, there is an option called 'Enable Premium Colour Options', which attracts a 50% increase in price. Has anybody had any sheets from MCI with this option applied? If so, were they a noticeable improvement over standard, and do you think they were worth the premium? Thanks
  8. I was going to say, after watching various running vids of ReRe Tomahawk/Scorpions, I thought they ran great, certainly better than equivalent age (design) Tamiya 2wd buggies. Bought a Tomahawk based on these observations, though as said above front suspension setup/measuring is critical to get best performance.
  9. Just out of interest, is the DT01 gearbox like on the RF & MB much of an improvement over the gearbox in the normal GH & Hornet? If so, could you get a RF and just fit a GH or Hornet body to improve the looks a bit (personal I know!)?
  10. Yes, I'm probably not explaining myself properly here. All I can find on the TC forum site is the option to register/login for the free TC membership, like I currently am, ability to post etc on this forum. What I'm trying to find out is whereabouts on the website do I click to become a paid subscriber, which I want to do - can't see any links for this anywhere? Thanks
  11. Has anybody got any recommendations for a new clear body for a SB? Mine is tired at best, but a TBG one from Canada is over £60 delivered / VAT etc. Any other possibilities (other than a Beetle shell, which I also want)? Thanks
  12. Thanks, yes but how do you become a subscriber? Can only find reference to joining TC as a member, which I already am (obviously!).
  13. While I generally agree with you there - most FTX trucks are fragile to say the least, the Tracer is actually a badge engineered HBX 16889/90, so although like other FTX cars, it is a clone, it is a clone of one of the toughest little bashers on the market today. I have the HBX 16890 brushless version, and I have been extremely unkind to it during the 4-5 weeks I've owned it, entirely on concrete, mainly at skate parks though some kicker jumps at home, regular front/rear end landings from 5-6 feet, and apart from the wing, nothing else has broken. So I think a 6 yr old should be just fine with it.
  14. @TurnipJF Do you happen to know if LB wheels/tyres would fit straight on to a RF? Only I thought I read somewhere that LB wheels had different fitment vs the MB wheels? Or are they both 5 lug jobbies on the rear?
  15. ...but is able to move around their house without tripping over toy cars
  16. Yeah, its a difficult one, I recall too when Wild One's were everywhere then next time I had a look, all gone! It really is just a space issue for me, it's not like storing a couple of 1:72 Airfix plane kits. I also have far too many projects/restos on the go (inc. a very tired Stadium Blitzer), each one with its own storage box, however, I think I just need to have another clear out and make space - I'd kick myself if there were none available when I felt the time was right to press the button!
  17. Just wondered what peoples thoughts were re the Blitzer Beetle 2011, and whether its now just a normal model in the range like Hornet, LB, GH etc, or if it is really part of a (not very) limited batch, and will at some point be discontinued? I mean, its 10 years now since it was rere'd and they're still readily available, but I know that could change at any point, just seems like if they were only doing a limited run, then it would have had the chop already? Thoughts? I ask, as I'd like one, but have loads of other projects that ideally I'd like to complete first, but don't want to miss the boat either. If I had loads of space I'd just buy it and chuck it in the loft (if we had one), but that isn't a luxury we have right now.
  18. Hi, whats the difference between members and subscribers? Can't find any reference to it? thanks
  19. Nice looking F100 you have there, works surprising well on the LMT chassis - is that the Savage/Revo 2.5 version? And BTW, I'm a one colour paint guy as well...
  20. That looks absolutely stunning. Love the pick up body on it. Do you think it will have enough support (body) without the cage? And are those body posts the ones that come in the kit, as an alternative to using the cage? Or are they from another kit? I take it they're just bolted through existing holes in the TVP chassis?
  21. thegorf

    Turbo Optima Mid

    A very beautiful resto/refurb? Your attention to detail is commendable. Tell me, how did you achieve that nice uniform finish to the black paint on the wing end-plates? I'm finding it very difficult to get enough paint in the upper part of that small gap.
  22. I was given a ReRe Tomahawk by the wife for my birthday, and trying to decide which way to go with a motor for it. I like the look of the Le Mans 490, but wonder whether a Tamiya GT-Tuned may be a slightly faster option? Has anybody here put a GT Tuned in a Scorpion/Beetle/Tomahawk? I want to stay brushed with this build, and do have a spare 27T silver can as well as an HPI Firebolt 15T, but worried this might be a bit too much for this buggy... I also have a vintage Kyosho Krypton Krystal 14x2, but again, I feel this could be too much motor - thoughts? I don't want to start stripping gears and generally wrecking the drivetrain. I will most likely run it on 7.2v nimh. Thanks
  23. Before you bin the esc I'd try it with another BL motor, and/or try a smaller pinion (if poss on MP, not sure on that?). I have a GoolRC 3100kv in one of my 10th scale 2wd MTs, and even with an 80a Hobbywing ESC and high C lipo it still cogs a bit on start up. Doesn't actually bother me on a basher like that, would be more of an issue if finer throttle control was important to you as in racing, crawling etc, but I doubt you'd be using a cheap SL can in those scenarios anyway, so its a moot point really. Guess it all depends how bad it actually is.
  24. Well after further searching, not actually specifically on this subject (I was looking into the Xtra Speed Gold repros), I found a post by a guy who bought the ReRe red shocks for a vintage Optima, and he listed lengths as 65mm front and 92mm rear centre to centre. So, fairly similar to OG golds, which are 65mm front and 86mm rear, but quite different to OG Platinums which are 70mm/94mm. The other shocks I had in mind for a ReRe Jav are 74mm front and 85mm rear, so could be suitable with a bit of shock limiting and longer shock rod ends.
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