shane24 0 Posted September 21, 2009 Hi Guys, New to the forum and just attempting to get back into RC Cars! I am looking at getting a Blitzer Beetle as a Restoration Project for the Winter, are there any top tips for restoring this chassis? I think i am going to do the Shell in a Dark Blue Colour with the Decals from the VW Touareg Paris Dakar Rally (Red Bull) what do you think? Either that or Cream Body with Racing Green Panels? Regards Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Redbull 0 Posted September 22, 2009 Also I can't really help about the tips things but for the colors I think both of your ideas are good in fact hmmm think I would choose the RedBull because you don't see the dust and dirt on dark colors that fast + my gf is fan of that drink and that's why I have this username Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gruntfuggly 562 Posted September 22, 2009 Hi and welcome to the forums... Not too sure about tips either - the BB chassis is pretty robust, so I would just replace any bits that are actually broken and clean up the rest. Are you restoring for the shelf or to run? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shane24 0 Posted September 22, 2009 Also I can't really help about the tips things but for the colors I think both of your ideas are good in fact hmmm think I would choose the RedBull because you don't see the dust and dirt on dark colors that fast + my gf is fan of that drink and that's why I have this username No going to run it, there is far too much fun to be had running it rather than let it sit on a shelf! I may upgrade the Motor to the RS Sport Tuned and get it ball raced. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mooter 1 Posted September 22, 2009 here's one I made earlier! http://img246.imageshack.us/img246/9930/picture4t.jpg http://img15.imageshack.us/img15/6523/picture5dy.jpg http://img186.imageshack.us/img186/2082/picture7p.jpg http://img246.imageshack.us/img246/9266/picture8u.jpg http://img85.imageshack.us/img85/3559/picture9t.jpg box art all the way (almost) she flies too! the tub is a bit messed up underneath but for a runner she aint 'alf bad! good luck with your restoration job and enjoy! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RobertvonGoess 0 Posted September 22, 2009 From my point of view the original steering rods (BD10 & BD11) are too short. I have "upgraded" to those from the XTM X-Cellerator (L/R-turnbuckles + short adjusters Tamiya 50797). Alu-Wheel-Hubs (e.g. Tamiya 53569) are useful too. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shane24 0 Posted September 22, 2009 here's one I made earlier!http://img246.imageshack.us/img246/9930/picture4t.jpg http://img15.imageshack.us/img15/6523/picture5dy.jpg http://img186.imageshack.us/img186/2082/picture7p.jpg http://img246.imageshack.us/img246/9266/picture8u.jpg http://img85.imageshack.us/img85/3559/picture9t.jpg box art all the way (almost) she flies too! the tub is a bit messed up underneath but for a runner she aint 'alf bad! good luck with your restoration job and enjoy! Thanks, any idea of where i could get some Repro Original Decals for the blitzer? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wolfdogstinkus 1893 Posted September 22, 2009 Thanks, any idea of where i could get some Repro Original Decals for the blitzer? I think I got mine from europro, he is a member here but has an E-bay shop. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mooter 1 Posted September 22, 2009 They are originals, not repros! And they weren't expensive. And yes, I think I got mine from europro975 too. Although I dont see any from UK sellers on the bay at the moment, check item no 380155238364 though - under a tenner from Japan. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Amitooold? 0 Posted September 23, 2009 I like the Red Bull idea.. red, blue, silver and yellow... what more could you ask for? I'm getting a runner together too and have found that serious BB spares are a pretty rare find... OE wheels are a problem and expensive too, so if you haven't got a chassis yet, get one with good wheels... Dyna Blaster wheels fit apparently and they would be good for the red bull scheme 'cos they are silver, but the steering parts may have to be modified for DB parts.. OE shells are not cheap, but if you want a runner check out the Kamtec Lexan shells... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shane24 0 Posted September 23, 2009 I like the Red Bull idea.. red, blue, silver and yellow... what more could you ask for?I'm getting a runner together too and have found that serious BB spares are a pretty rare find... OE wheels are a problem and expensive too, so if you haven't got a chassis yet, get one with good wheels... Dyna Blaster wheels fit apparently and they would be good for the red bull scheme 'cos they are silver, but the steering parts may have to be modified for DB parts.. OE shells are not cheap, but if you want a runner check out the Kamtec Lexan shells... Any idea if there are any tires that will fit that are good for tarmac? Also some decent replacement shocks or maybe just the springs? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wolfdogstinkus 1893 Posted September 23, 2009 I have a similar thread here, perhaps a mod could merge them. Edit to add, my thread was just for wheels and tyres. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Amitooold? 0 Posted September 24, 2009 Any idea if there are any tires that will fit that are good for tarmac? Also some decent replacement shocks or maybe just the springs? If you want tyres for the BB OE wheels remember the fronts are narrower than the rear so you might get some tyre profile oddities... but I believe any 2.2 tyre will go on... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shane24 0 Posted September 29, 2009 Received the Blitzer Beetle today! Needs some work!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
europro975 75 Posted September 29, 2009 Blitzer Beetle parts: http://stores.shop.ebay.co.uk/Tonys-Tamiya...;LH_TitleDesc=1 Antony Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shane24 0 Posted October 2, 2009 Blitzer Beetle parts:http://stores.shop.ebay.co.uk/Tonys-Tamiya...;LH_TitleDesc=1 Antony Excellent Cheers, New rear tyres ordered! Does anyone know if there are aluminium Rear Shock mounts available for this chassis? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pastimesteve 49 Posted October 2, 2009 If you're talking about a replacement for the plastic shock mount (where the shocks are mounted), no. However, the DF-03 aluminum shock set (Tamiya and 3Racing) does fit the Blitzer Beetle. I use the 3Racing shocks on my Blitzer. Steve Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rizzo 0 Posted October 3, 2009 I'm also just getting back into RC cars, and after finally restoring a frog I bought in 1987 I started on a Blitzer. I kept the Frog mostly stock, but I like the idea of upgrading this car to get some more speed out of it I found a Blitzer Beetle in fairly good condition, and after giving it a few runs (with badly worn motor and shocks) I've started to replace some parts so maybe some of this list will be of some use to you? This is just stuff I've found searching, not all of it tried myself yet Parma lexan bodyshell- I like this one, it's almost exactly the same except for the front DF-03 shocks- I needed replacements anyway, but these are excellent upgrades Thundershot CVD M chassis uprights and C-mounts. Still waiting for these to arrive so I can fit them, but seems like they will fit and will allow a choice of more 2.2 wheels. Im not sure about how the front track width will be effected yet... I'm also hoping I can attach the steering arms to this in a way that'll reduce the bump steer, will have to see how that goes DT02 turnbuckle set- fits just great I've read only bad things about those rear tyres, so replaced the wheels and tyres to use HPI geolanders- gives some more ride height too I'm also getting a brushless Ezrun system, so should be fun! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shane24 0 Posted October 14, 2009 If you're talking about a replacement for the plastic shock mount (where the shocks are mounted), no. However, the DF-03 aluminum shock set (Tamiya and 3Racing) does fit the Blitzer Beetle. I use the 3Racing shocks on my Blitzer.Steve Does this include a shock mount? If i cannot get an Ali one i will get a replacement plastic one, anyone know anywhere i can get one? I believe it is on the B parts tree! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RobertvonGoess 0 Posted October 14, 2009 No, the DF-03-shocks do not include shock-mounts. If you need new plastic shock-mounts search for Tamiya 9005333 (black). There is a "red version" of the b-parts too (Tamiya 9005504). Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
chris350z 0 Posted November 14, 2009 enjoy is it gonna be a runner? chris Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
