candyman212 45 Posted November 26, 2010 You'll need to use diamond files and probably a good idea to wear mask as graphite dust = bad for your lungs Absolute rubish, you can file it down easily with ANY file, hacksaw through it no problem. The dust is nasty, and you can get splinters so make sure you lightly sand the edges and seal with superglue Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RA1028 3 Posted November 26, 2010 Went to the local dealer today and made the deposit for my Avante 2011. Also bought a set of the wide stud spike tires. I think this tire will give better performance than the original. Any ideas? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TenzoR 62 Posted November 26, 2010 Went to the local dealer today and made the deposit for my Avante 2011. Also bought a set of the wide stud spike tires. I think this tire will give better performance than the original. Any ideas?http://www.tcphotos.com/pc_userimages/1675...010182927_1.jpg Depends on track, easiest would be going to the nearest track and ask the local racers. If you are just bashing around, well any tires would be fine ... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
advantum 29 Posted November 28, 2010 While the mask is sound advice to avoid breathing carbon dust, diamond tools are not necessary whatsoever. All you need is a rotary tool like a Dremel, and it will cut as easy as anything. I know because I've had to modify many chassis in my time. My Dremel with different shaped cutting stone bits makes short work of carbon chassis decks. In fact, you need to be extra careful not to cut too far as it is quite easy to go too deep.I've even used a 20+ year old hobby file to fillet all my edges. Then I polished all the plates with a set of wet-sanding cloths as seen here. nice chassis Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jack_Truck 1 Posted November 28, 2010 Stella are really good. They ensure all the kits are packaged very well (they know some buyers want pristine boxes too and they accommodate this). The prices are good, much lower than the u.k even with postage and customs, if you get gripped! Used them lots of times with absolutely no problems Rosey, I may be missing something but I cannot find the Avante advertised on there website can you please post a link. Thanks Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
94eg! 834 Posted November 29, 2010 What.....that old thing? More pics for those interested: http://s125.photobucket.com/albums/p53/94eg/rc/ Rosey, I may be missing something but I cannot find the Avante advertised on there website can you please post a link. Thanks I believe it was mentioned earlier that you had to contact them directly to pre-order. They said it's supposed to be pretty easy though as the seller has good communication. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rotor 0 Posted November 29, 2010 Cant wait this is a must have! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HunterZero 76 Posted November 29, 2010 Rosey, I may be missing something but I cannot find the Avante advertised on there website can you please post a link. Thanks There's no link there yet. You'll have to contact them directly to put your name down for a pre-order. - James Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hazzer 12 Posted December 1, 2010 ooo... to me www.Tamiya.com website's December 2010 month new releases list has too many desirable items... wish can have em all... but have to resist some temptations and ensure enough coins left for Avante in Feb. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GTodd 1349 Posted December 1, 2010 If you have an Avante project that has been waiting to be completed due to dwindling parts and high prices, now is the time. In the last week Ive seen THREE seperate auctions for the impossible to find ball ends! Currently there are three body sets available, and once again titanium rods are the norm, its 2000 all over again. Now if someome would just sell a ball dif upgrade, I want that bad! My new avante is going to be a runner with novak brushless motivation. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WillyChang 1814 Posted December 1, 2010 how are prices? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TenzoR 62 Posted December 1, 2010 If you have an Avante project that has been waiting to be completed due to dwindling parts and high prices, now is the time. In the last week Ive seen THREE seperate auctions for the impossible to find ball ends! Currently there are three body sets available, and once again titanium rods are the norm, its 2000 all over again. Now if someome would just sell a ball dif upgrade, I want that bad! My new avante is going to be a runner with novak brushless motivation. Why do you want a ball diff? Most manufacturers are going back to gear diff. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GTodd 1349 Posted December 1, 2010 Why do you want a ball diff? Most manufacturers are going back to gear diff. The gear diffs that most manufactures are going back to are meant to contain fluid inorder to tune them. The Avante's diffs arent designed in that manner. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WillyChang 1814 Posted December 2, 2010 i took a quick peek... bodysets still asking $150+... can't say the rere has wrecked the market yet Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Corpse Thrower 16 Posted December 4, 2010 i took a quick peek... bodysets still asking $150+... can't say the rere has wrecked the market yet Poor old C parts sellers though are copping an absolute reaming.....only going for 80 bucks now as opposed to 300!! So....who's going to be producing the Technigold repro stickers? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DynaHead 0 Posted December 4, 2010 Is it February yet? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FERRETTI 0 Posted December 4, 2010 So....who's going to be producing the Technigold repro stickers? mrlexan already does them http://www.tamiyaclub.com/trades_model.asp...9033&id=514 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wrecked 1 Posted December 4, 2010 mrlexan already does themhttp://www.tamiyaclub.com/trades_model.asp...9033&id=514 Technigold vs. Technipower. Not the same... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FERRETTI 0 Posted December 4, 2010 Woops sorry my bad, I must do some Tamiya motor homework Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TenzoR 62 Posted December 4, 2010 TamiyaUSA posted the RC Car Action Article as a PDF http://www.tamiyausa.com/images/product/25...9-88_avante.pdf Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
94eg! 834 Posted December 4, 2010 TamiyaUSA posted the RC Car Action Article as a PDF http://www.tamiyausa.com/images/product/25...9-88_avante.pdf Yeah, but they've got the wrong last page so you can't read the whole article... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Saito 5 Posted December 4, 2010 I posted the whole article awhile back. If I linked it properly, this should be it. http://www.tamiyaclub.com/forum/index.php?...ost&p=26208 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kyosho1 86 Posted December 5, 2010 I hope Tamiya can rectify another problem area. Because the front suspension has impact absorption capability, this leads to the front stabilizer bar popping out of it's bracket after going thru some bumps. Maybe increasing the length of the stabilizer bar may solve it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Yonez 180 Posted December 5, 2010 TamiyaUSA posted the RC Car Action Article as a PDF http://www.tamiyausa.com/images/product/25...9-88_avante.pdf There's a "direct linking forbidden" message on that link. Go to the Avante page and scroll down instead: http://www.tamiyausa.com/product/item.php?product-id=58489 I used to have that very issue, but my entire collection got thrown out during my parents housecleaning a few years back. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MrUnlimited 0 Posted December 5, 2010 Guys, what mini-pin tyres would fit on the original Avante tyres since many modern tyres are 2.2 inch. I think the original tyres will wear out fast on packed underground. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites