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Are you looking to race or just drive for fun?
For fun.What sort of terrain are you planning to drive on?
Both On/0ff-road (In fact I bought a pair of RC Dual Block Tires K rears for my Hornet for that purpose)Classic or modern?
Classic (Including re-releases or even 2024 releases)How did you find the Hornet Evo build? About the right level of complexity for you, or are you looking to step it up a bit?
It was a straight forward build for me, except for the small parts (I suffer from essential tremors), so when I came across small parts, I would take it to my local Hobby Shop for assistance.
I would like to step it up a bit, but if they have 4WD kits on par with the Hornet, I will look into those as well.How important are looks? Are you wanting to display it on a shelf when not in use?
Not necessarily, as I do not have any shelf space left due to my vast lego collection.Anything else you can tell us about what you want from your new buggy?
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I am almost done building the Hornet EVO Kit (All I have to do is finish assembling the rear suspension, then attaching the front/rear suspension to the chassis) & getting the wheels/tires).
I have really enjoyed putting the Hornet EVO together.
For my next build, I would like to put together a 4WD buggy. Keeping in mind that I do realize putting together a 4WD buggy is a bit more complicated as compared to a 2WD.
Keeping the above in mind, I am looking on which tamiya 4WD buggy I should buy as a beginner. -
Thanks for the replies.
As GI Joe said at the end of most episodes "...And knowing is half the battle." 😉
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I received these Gartpot 7.4 Volt Lipo batteries from amazon.
I put them on the charger today on balance charge & each cell got to 4.2 volts (8.4 volts total) before the charge stopped.
I am wondering why this it charges to 8.4 volts, as the label clearly states voltage is 7.4 volts (3.7 volts per cell). -
2 hours ago, Kowalski86 said:
Hornets of all variations weight next to nothing, stiffer shock oil may work on pavement (and with a 5000mah NiMH brick), but I'd use what's in the kit.
Duly noted.
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For those of you that have built the Hornet Evo (or re-release).
Is the soft option damper oil that comes with the kit good enough for it's intended purpose?
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17 hours ago, Otis311 said:
Yep. Same here. Excellent for the price. If you purchase off their website they are like $16 US a piece.
It's all good, either way it's still a good price to pay for a good quality servo.
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23 minutes ago, Otis311 said:
Yep. Same here. Excellent for the price. If you purchase off their website they are like $16 US a piece.
Found that out after the fact 🙃
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I decided to get this INJORA Low Profile RC Digital Servo for my Hornet Evo.
It has good reviews & it was inexpensive.
With that being said, does anyone have any experience with this particular servo and can give some feedback based on RC applications?
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Is it easier to paint the driver figure while it is on the parts tree?
I may end up painting the driver figure before carrying on building the Hornet Evo. -
6 hours ago, Otis311 said:
Glad to hear the LHS got you going. That's why it's too bad they are dwindling. While I would prefer to use Tamiya branded screws you could use any cheapo 3mm self tapping screw to get by.
True.
The hobby shop I went to is closing their physical location and going online. -
Problem solved.
Went to a local hobby shop and the owner happened to have one that he kindly gave to me.
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I have hit a minor snag in building my Hornet Evo.
I am missing a MA5 (3x15mm tapping screw for the next part of the build. I have looked in the parts box & looked all over the table, but cannot find it.
I was wondering if anyone has an extra one they can send me or know of any online stores in the US which carries tamiya spare parts.
Tamiya USA's website has them,. but the shopping cart is closed until Jan. 13th for inventory. -
4 hours ago, Smokescreen38 said:
When I clicked on this, I thought I was going to read a new thread/discussion about some controversy that got the main Hornet Evo conversation locked!
Nah, just a first time builder looking for some tips
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49 minutes ago, Kowalski86 said:
The only area of an RC where I would use loctite is on the pinion grub screw, and I'd very carefully apply it with a toothpick, you only need a small dab for it to work.
Generally I don't use loctite or Tamiyas variant, unless of I'm working on an RC with a lot of metal parts.
So with that being said, should I ignore the instructions where it says that loctite should be added?
I do not want to go back and unscrew the pinion grub screw as I am afraid I might lose it and never find it again
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Is it better to buy loctite (brand name in the US) than to use the tamiya supplied loctite or will the tamiya loctite suffice for the job?
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1 hour ago, River19 said:
I used it where the directions and common sense suggest it (I didn't use it on the pinion as there is no real reason).
I missed that when I was building the gearbox. Didn't look ahead, but upon reviewing the build instructions again, I see where the threadlock indication are located.
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3 minutes ago, skom25 said:
Try it first. Should be fine to lock screw on Pinion, because it is tightened quite hard.
I prefer Blue Loctite.
Will do so once I get to that point.
I found the bottle of loctite in my tool box. I believe it is the red variety.
I might try the tamiya one first if it is blue, then go to mine if it does not work out. -
1 hour ago, skom25 said:
Thread lock should be used ONLY on screws screwed into metal. Do not use it on plastic.
Unfortunately, Tamiya thread locker is rather bad and almost does not work. Effect is very poor.
If that is the case, I wonder why they included the thread lock, since most of the screws are screwed into plastic parts anyway?
Although I could see it being used on the small set screw which goes into the pinion gear, although that is the only application for thread lock I can see in this kit.
I'll go buy some from a hardware store if It is needed. I may have a bottle of thread lock somewhere in my toolbox that I have used in the past. -
I noticed then Hornet Evo Kit comes with a small tub of thread lock.
What is thread lock used for as far as building the kit, as there is no indication in the instructions on when to use it. -
3 hours ago, futureworks said:
Thanks.
I would never have thought to look on websites other than Tamiya. -
Does anyone know where I can get a PDF version of the Hornet Evo instructions?
I have tried looking on Tamiya USA's website but it has not been listed yet, unless I completely missed it.
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On 12/25/2024 at 7:16 AM, Twinfan said:
I've got these, it says they're extra fine:
I got them for detailed parts so I thought the finer the better
Ended up buying these ultra fine tip markers:
https://www.target.com/p/sharpie-12pk-permanent-markers-ultra-fine-tip-multicolored/-/A-81278285#lnk=sametab
Will have to get a blue medium tip pen for the helmet.-
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2 minutes ago, Twinfan said:
I've used them for eyes, eyebrows, harness straps, zips, window surrounds, indicators, door handles, roll bars etc. They're a great option IMHO.
Do you happen to remember what tip you got with the paint pens?
Trying to decide if I should go with fine or medium.
4WD buggy suggestions...
in General discussions
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After reading all the responses, I am leaning towards the 2024 Hot Shot II.
It has the classic look of the Hot Shot & all the components are updated.