GF01 custom build

[waterbok 1282]

after taking a peek at the manual and looking at my other WR02s I came up with the following,

Instead of throwing away half the kit it might be more economical to get the following.

2x 50737 GF01/WR02 C parts

1x 10008265 GF01 D parts

1x 10005748 GF01 F parts

1x 0005757 TL01 Bparts fiber reinforced

1x 10555092 GF01 Gearset

300mm 5mm diam carbon pipe (gearshafts)

handfull 1150 ballbearings

GF01 metal parts bag C

2x 53218 hardened outdrives gear diff

2x universals WR02 54394

dampers alloy or

2x 50519 or 1x 84366

alloy 10mm hexes

1x 53303 Adjustable Upper Arm Set For TL-01

1x 53301 TL-01 Stainless Steel Suspension Shaft Set

some bits and pieces

set of decent wheels

and of course the FJ flatbed body

that should be up for a beating

[Sayer 742]

lol apparently I'm not the only one obsessively refreshing the order page to see if these are in stock.

[WillyChang 1814]

Late Next week bud...

[WillyChang 1814]

after taking a peek at the manual and looking at my other WR02s I came up with the following,

Instead of throwing away half the kit it might be more economical to get the following.

2x 50737 GF01/WR02 C parts

1x 10008265 GF01 D parts

1x 10005748 GF01 F parts

1x 0005757 TL01 Bparts fiber reinforced

1x 10555092 GF01 Gearset

300mm 5mm diam carbon pipe (gearshafts)

handfull 1150 ballbearings

GF01 metal parts bag C

2x 53218 hardened outdrives gear diff

2x universals WR02 54394

dampers alloy or

2x 50519 or 1x 84366

1x 53303 Adjustable Upper Arm Set For TL-01

1x 53301 TL-01 Stainless Steel Suspension Shaft Set

some bits and pieces

set of decent wheels

and of course the FJ flatbed body

that should be up for a beating

might be a while before GF01 parts are released for sale... might sum up to same

[TWINSET 1793]

The US version of the manual also includes the body info; http://www.tamiyausa.com/pdf/manuals/58589ml.pdf

[WillyChang 1814]

wish the shell had a proper "low" rear bed

[mheald 351]

Yep I with you guys, I've been checking and checking and checking again for 'in stock' notices. Looks like a **** fun truck.

[WillyChang 1814]

official worldwide release date is the 15th March ppls!

Not saying there won't be any kits escaping into the wild in spite of usual embargo but hey...

[KalEl63 695]

Just ordered and paid for mine plus a bearing kit for it. Looking forward to this one

[WillyChang 1814]

hmm... Torque Tuned Motor! very nice

[KalEl63 695]

Yeah I was surprised at the motor too WillyChang.

My order has gone to processing so hopefully in the post soon

I am thinking the kit black wheels silver body with either white or black roof (haven't decided on that yet) and some WR02 yellow shocks (hopefully they'll fit) for that retro yellow shock = Tamiya look

[matman 1499]

Well Stella has had them for a few days for $125. US$ .

They don't look too bad , but not my cup of tea , I think !!.

[mheald 351]

I've ordered from Stella with a bearing set and the yellow CVA's. Can't wait!

I'm lay up in hospital after having a hernia repaired and my appendix out, so it should be at home by the time I'm home. A good seated resting project

[matman 1499]

I've ordered from Stella with a bearing set and the yellow CVA's. Can't wait!

I'm lay up in hospital after having a hernia repaired and my appendix out, so it should be at home by the time I'm home. A good seated resting project

That's what i need , my hernia done . Good luck!! .

[KalEl63 695]

Yeah I got mine from Stella and ordered the yellow shocks today as well.

I love my Jimny so this is going to be a hoot

[mheald 351]

Booya! It would appear that I've made it through customs with no charge. Stella...I love you.

[WillyChang 1814]

got to see a newbuilt FJ Wheelie in real life today

its surprisingly tiny!!

[mheald 351]

'Out for delivery' come on Parcelforce, bring this man his goodies.

[mheald 351]

Yes! Arrived today, stella got me safely through customs with no charge and packed it so well it feels as fresh as if I picked it off the shelf myself. Build time!

[waterbok 1282]

Pictures, loads of them. Are you gone do any hopups or build as in box?

btw hows the spine doing?

[mheald 351]

Pictures, loads of them. Are you gone do any hopups or build as in box?

btw hows the spine doing?

Pictures maybe tough while I'm away from my PC as its a real PITA getting pics on TC via a tablet. But I'll try It was my appendix out and a hernia that I had, not my spine But I'm good thanks for asking

[IBIFTKH 1369]

Any pics would be appreciated if you can. I'll admit I have an ulterior motive - I'm really interested in this kit

Appendix and hernia doesn't sound like fun, glad you're doing ok.

[waterbok 1282]

Sorry for the mixup, in dutch hernia is when the soft thingies in the spine squash and nerves get stuck.

Anyhow best health wishes to you and all the best building.

[bromvw 744]

Waterbok , omdat het enn lange tijd geleden that ik nederlands gebruikt , maar ik heb geleerd that als we leefden in Afrika .

Het was erg handig als zweren bij enkele van de Zuid - Afrikaanse Polite lol

[mheald 351]

Well, started and finished the buid today...it's a BRILLIANT little truck! Wheelie and stoppies all day long. So cool!

The easiest way to get the pics up from the build are on dropbox, so you can see them here...

https://www.dropbox.com/sh/qeldk5dbi2lxc3z/Mwdja21jbU

I'm waiting for my box art paints to arrive so that I can finish it off now. This is a new favourite truck, I can feel it.