Vintage Hilux Questions

[Grumpy pants]

I've finally got a car off the shelf and I plan to just clean and tidy it up a bit and I've started with this Hilux.

I am going to have quite a few questions whilst I get to grip with it and all things Tamiya!

Some questions may seem a little daft and I'll apologise for those now, but if I don't know it's better to ask than break something by being heavy handed.

My 1st question is-

How do I remove the front headlights?

They have been glued in very firmly and I want to replace them as they have no lamp lenses?

I tried the usual route of easing them out by hand, but it isn't working and I don't want push my luck any further.

My 2nd questions-

I would like to track down the manual so I can print it off and set up the servos etc acutely.

All help is gratefully replies are gratefully received.

[Grumpy pants]

Ok, I've found the manual on Tamiya USA and saved it too my iBook!

Lights next then....

[Champ85]

1. The front headlight lenses will snap in from the front. They have 2 tabs on either side that fit into slots in the reflector. No need to remove the reflector from the body.

2. Amazingly, TamiyaUSA has the manual. http://www.tamiyausa.com/product/item.php?product-id=58028%C2'>

[Grumpy pants]

1. The front headlight lenses will snap in from the front. They have 2 tabs on either side that fit into slots in the reflector. No need to remove the reflector from the body.

2. Amazingly, TamiyaUSA has the manual.

Thanks Champ85, I didn't realise the lenses went in from the front that's really helpful.

Next question is about the optional shocks, the front ones look like Sand Scorcher items?

And are the shocks specific to the Blazing Blazer and Hilux?

[Tamiyabigstuff]

I think the optional shock set was the same parts as for the SRB.

[Grumpy pants]

I think the optional shock set was the same parts as for the SRB.

I'm pretty sure the Hilux rear shocks are longer than the SRBs. I printed off the manual today and I'll check out the part numbers.

[bruiserbuilder]

the shocks should work fine.

the tamiya club also has the manual hosted for review.

[Tamiyabigstuff]

I'm pretty sure the Hilux rear shocks are longer than the SRBs. I printed off the manual today and I'll check out the part numbers.

OK, just dug out my oldest Tamiya R/C guidebook - Tamiya p/n 5118 is listed as 1/10 Racing Buggy Damper Set and is listed as being for :

Rough Rider

Sand Scorcher

Ford Ranger

Toyota 4x4 Pick-Up

Blazing Blazer

Super Champ

I had a 58028 Toyota 4x4 from new back in the early 80's and recall buying the damper set at the same time.

With radio gear & batteries it was more than 1 months pay back then...my dad was not impressed !

[Grumpy pants]

Thanks Tamiyabigstuff for the info, great little story with it as well!

From time to time the front sump guards comes up the evil Bay for sale, was this a Tamiya hop up do you know?

Shame of the shocks is I sold a set recently as I was sure the Hilux rears were longer..Doh!

I bought some head lights for front yesterday, but the lenses are stuck fast to the lamp bowls.

I've got 2 options either try and remove the exiting bowls from the grill or the lenses from the bowls of the new arrivals.

Would soaking them or steaming them release the glue?

[Grumpy pants]

Headlamp lenses are now fitted and incorrect cab screws all replaced.

Shocks will go this evening and I'll try and straighten up the middle bull bar rod.

Happy days!

[Tamiyabigstuff]

No idea about the front sump guard being a hop-up - thought that only came with the later Bruiser & Mountaineer ?

[Shodog]

While the front axle skid plate looks good on a bruiser, it looks really out of place with the small tires on the Hilux.

[Shodog]

While the front axle skid plate looks good on a bruiser, it looks really out of place with the small tires on the Hilux.

[KEV THE REV]

I've got SRB dampers on my Hilux .The sump guard doesn't fit the Blazer or Hilux without some modding and if I remember rightly - longer spring 'U' bolts to bolt it on

[Grumpy pants]

This is great info.

I'll put shocks on but I won't buy the sump guard.

As the car is so original I want to keep it that way.

[bruiserbuilder]

I have u bolts if you need them. you will need two

[Grumpy pants]

I have u bolts if you need them. you will need two

Thanks bruiserbuilder, I'm going to pass on the U bolts for the Hilux, but I have 3 other Hilux on my shelves that need parts, so I will be in touch soon!

[Grumpy pants]

I am quite probably the slowest mover on T.C, but I've finally printed off the manual now and I can hopefully set up the gear change now.

[Percymon]

Doh - you can't leave this thread at this point !

I need some reference point for my own project - but good news on the SRB shocks, I probably have a spare set but might just invest in the RCChannel ones since they are less likely to leak.

[Percymon]

Didn't even notice the date until the last thread! I'm sure GP's Hilux is long gone! ..

I don't mind archive photos

[Grumpy pants]

Of these 6 Hilux I had I kept that red one and a blue one, the idea was to shelf queen the red one and run the blue one.

That's was about far as I got...both are boxed up in the loft for now, although I think the blue will be sold over the next few months.

[topforcein]

Are those the original front bumper as they look like radshape one tbh.

I am contemplating getting one for my bruiser when I go there in the next couple of weeks

[Grumpy pants]

Are those the original front bumper as they look like radshape one tbh.

I am contemplating getting one for my bruiser when I go there in the next couple of weeks

They are the orignal bumpers on both of them, the radshape are very similar I think.