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Evening all i am restoring an old FF01 and the ball diff sounds like a bag of marbles but i cant get the dam thing open lol can anyone help and tell me how it opens (i dont have a manual) or is it sealed? if it is sealed then its toast so if anyone has once i can have let me no or pm me?....
heres what it looks like just in case (am sure you all know but.....)
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Just reading the above i now see why i couldn't get them to drift..... 17turn at least!!! it says lol
and the rims are also pit-shimizu
PS-0210M RACING 5 SPOKE WHEEL, GOLD PLATED
4 pcs. per set
Plated in the same quality as jewellery .
same quality as jewellery?..... YEAH LOL
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twisty cheers for that you are right on the money..... a quick google and i came up with this
WOW these wheels do have quite a good rep i heres some info copied from rcdriftclub.com reviewing them and other drift tyres (might be of use to drifters???)
We offer this article for those of you looking forward to our Drift Showdown series, but do not know what tire you should start with. We here at RC DriftClub have spent quite some time comparing drift tires, using different chassis, motors, setups, etc. and Id like to share our findings. Alphabetical order, with plastics first, then rubber-based following. Please remember, this is strictly our opinion from our experience with the tires listed, but itll help novice drivers decide what tire they should try out. All testing done with different electric chassis, with motor ranging from Mabuchi all the way to an 11-turn mod.All testing done with different electric chassis, with motor ranging from Mabuchi all the way to an 11-turn mod.
Ratings:
1=poor
2=less than average
3=average
4=very good
5=excellent.
Slide=how easy it is to get a drift going
Control: amount of traction for maneuverability, not overall grip
Lifespan: longetivity, relative to other drift tires
Plastic Surfaced Tires
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ABS/PVC (homemade)
- For the non-competing, drift-for-fun type driver, this is probably the best choice. Its cheap, you can run to the rim, and its cheap again. Dont expect much control compared to other tires. Gives some control on rougher surfaces, but on slick concrete, dont expect much control compared to real (store-bought) tires. Matches up with lower powered motors.
Slide: 5
Control: 2
Lifespan: 5
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RP Tire RP-D (#RPD)
- So far this has been the best plastic type tire weve ever tested. It has the sliding properties of a plastic tire, but also has enough traction to be able to maneuver your car around tricky corners. Its actually made of a very hard rubber compound, which is what gives it that extra grip and control. Because its a solid carcass, you can run these to the rim before needing a replacement. A little slippery on slick concrete, but more of a universal tire for any other surface. Matches well with 19-turn motors.
Slide: 4
Control: 5
Lifespan: 5
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Yokomo Zero-2R (#ZR-DR02)
- Popular and favored by many RC drifters whove never tried anything else. Replaceable ring is misleading; in order to dial in some traction, you add camber to have the inner rubber edge touch the ground. This wears both plastic ring and rubber edge of tire. Replace the plastic ring later on down the line, and you wont get the same feeling because the rubber part of the tire will still be worn out. Slide is excellent, but at the expense of an ice skatey feeling. Works well on semi-rough asphalt, but not good on slick concrete without major camber to get some of the rubber edge to grip the surface. Works well with 27t-19t motors.
Slide: 5
Control: 3
Lifespan: 3
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Yokomo Zero-3R (#ZR-DR03)
Same as the Zero-2R, bit with two narrower plastic rings. Less slide than Zero-2R, but a little more grip. Likewise, replaceable rings are pointless if the rubber part of the tire is worn down. Not as icey as 02Rs, but those rings dont last that long anyways. Better choice on slick concrete due to higher rubber contact, but not a good choice on rough asphalt. Works well with 27t-19t motors.
Slide: 4
Control: 3
Lifespan: 3
Rubber-Based Compound Tires
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HPI Racing Stage-D 04S-26 (#34502)
Slick tire, works well on slick concrete, a little too much grip on smooth asphalt. Decent lifespan, gets a little grippier once heated up. Works well with 19t motors.
Slide: 3
Control: 3
Lifespan: 4
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HPI Racing Super Drift Tire Type-A (#4402)
Absolute control during sliding, stays consistent, but requires some motor power to get loose. Can handle motors 19t-lower. Excellent drift performance on any surface - from concrete to asphalt - but like any performance tire, lifespan is a little short. The trade-off for the amount of control you have is well worth it though.Works well with high-powered motors below 19t.
Slide: 5
Control: 5
Lifespan: 3
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Pit Shimizu D98J Firm (#PS-0406)
Works similar to the HPI Type-A, but the stiffer compound makes lighter chassis hop across the surface while sliding. Hard compound gives long lifespan, and also like the Type-A, requires a hotter motor to get loose. Requires at least a 17t to break them loose.
Slide: 4
Control: 5
Lifespan: 5
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Pit Shimizu D98J Medium (#PS-0405)
Works better on slick concrete, but will grip too much on asphalt. Similar lifespan as the firm compound, but also gets a little grippier once heated up. Requires at least a 17t to break them loose.
Slide: 3
Control: 5
Lifespan: 5
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Tamiya RC Racing Slick Tire Set (#50454)
Actually made of a vinyl compound, works good on slick surfaces. On asphalt it can slide, but requires some chassis tuning to get the most out of it. Inexpensive, but requires tire inserts. Will slide with a 27t or lower.
Slide: 3
Control: 3
Lifespan: 4
Untested
- Active Hobby Drift Tire
- Active Hobby Spark
- Tamiya Drift Tire Type-D
- Yokomo R03 HG Radial Type-D
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cheers guys - i also was thinking some cheap Ansmann wheels with the shiny centres i have seen some similar on ebay before. i have given the tyres a quick try on my TL01 standard runner and they just don't handle right? no grip? but the paint doesn't help that. i am going to try them on my tuned chassis and see how they fair with greater power???
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Good evening everyone, well i would like to say hello again i have been really busy lately and as a consequence the hobby and this site got left behind for a wee while. but i am back for now and ebay has befriended me again with its tamiya offerings
lol.... (has anyone noticed the searches have gone **** on ebay?) anyway i am here to ask you guys for some help on these wheels (see pic) wrote on them is 'Tamiya Dunlop Formula-R'. These come with a chassis i won on ebay and look like the user was trying to use them as drift wheels as he has put some really thick paint on the tread??? the tyres are rubber but they are by far the hardest rubber tyres i have ever seen could these be drift tyres or some super hard road tyres?
can anyone help me????
cheers.....
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I just ordered the speed tuned gears i am making my TL01 my drifter now i have seen a carbon prop shaft on ebay from the us it was about 10 but other than that i cannot see any on there??? anyone no where to buy one?
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Wow some good info here guys it has really helped me today i have been working on my Dirt Thrasher today i have ordered a few parts metal motor mount, 18 and 19 pinion and the speed tuned gears and a 19t motor. so ill see what kind of ouff that gives it lol should be fun.......
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is that the one you sent me pictures of? if not how much for the one you sent me pic's of mate?
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anymore offers people? I keep losing on ebay lol
Cheers
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CyberFox... cheers for the offer dude but i am just trying to get a TA03F now so i will have no use for them but thanks again mate.
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cheers mate i have replied....
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Well after some looking guys i am after a TA03 chassis to restore if anyone has one
cheers
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Howdo everyone well its that time of year again cold and snowing so i am wanting something to keep busy in my spare time. I have never had a front mounted motor chassis before so i am keen to see the differences.
I am wanting a TA03F or FF02 or FF01, i have seen a few on ebay lately but i am not sure which is the best buy? can someone straighten this out for me??
if anyone has one the wish to part with drop me a PM or post a reply... I am not in need of a runner but i don't want one where ill need to replace every single part you know what i mean lol nor do i want to be paying too much... so if you got a fixer uper knocking around i would be very interested
cheers guys and have fun xmas............. Hoppi
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haha i try my best lol
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Afternoon guys, does anyone know which part tree the front damper stay comes off for the Dirt Thrasher or a part number? I am assuming it would be te same as the Manta Ray? or does anyone know of a good replacedment as mine are starting to ware pretty bad...
or does anyone have one they dont need anymore?
cheers Rye
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Hiya mate, is Cleckheaton j26 on the M62? i think i have been there before i dont know the place but its pretty easy to get to (i think) is i a members track or a pay on the day thingy?
cheers for the reply
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Now then everyone ive recently got back in to RC cars after enjoying them all my childhood but everywhere i used to go when i was a kid have been replaced with houses or flats! so does anyone live around this area and know of anywhere to go?
cheers for any help....
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EVERYTHING i OWN!
I have to agree with this i dont give mercy with any of my cars even the old Brat my 1st tamiya i ever had still get as much abuse today as it did when i was 10 lol its great! my old TL01 got some major stick! i have recently rebuilt this and to my surprise it runs mint and looks well (besides the underside which is worn to say the least) but the same cannot be said for the Celica GT4 bidy it had that is a right mess lol i have to give my TT01 props tho that takes some stick now and hasn't batted an eye lid... Oh n my TB01 its not been used much but never had to do more than clean that....
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hiya mate how much are you wanting? also i live in the UK so i think the postage maybe expesive?? let me know mate
Cheers
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howdo everyone, well as said and the fact that i keep missing ones on ebay.... I am after an upgraded motor anything between 15-19 turn with some decent life left in it. Money waiting but nothing too expensive.....
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well your practically next to me lol i know its a bit late now, but if your ever fancy a run the the cars drop me a PM mate
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Hiya mate PM sent
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Hi there guys i am after a pistol grip transmitter nothing fancy i just want it for general use on 27mhz cheeper the better lol any help drop a reply or pm...
cheers rye
lol.... (has anyone noticed the searches have gone **** on ebay?) 
How Do I Get This Ball Diff Open? Gurrrrr
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haha cheers you guys this place is just great thanks ill post some pics of the restore up tmoz is that diff i have pictured isit the standard one or a hop up option? but thanks again