ozace 20 Posted July 22, 2014 I had to file mine down, I didn't want to tweak the front end as I intend to run mine.Such a joy to work on simple machines Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Raman36 1656 Posted July 23, 2014 Just got my kit from MB Models. I'm now building it. Regarding fit and finish, you need to file the main chassis rails at the bend, as the material has bulged here and the shock towers will not fit flush to the rails. Have to say though, the kit is beautiful. The rear tyres are rock crawler soft, if not even softer. They will grip exceptionally but won't last long. Tamiya Scorcher/RR/Frog/Hornet etc tyres are pretty much the exact same size and fit straight onto the Kyosho rims! Superb. The Kyosho rears also come fitted with nice foam inserts too, which is pretty much essential given how soft the tyres are. Back in the day the rear Tamiya Holiday Buggy tyres were "the" tyres to have. My original scorpion had those on the original Kyosho rims. If only Mr. T would rerelease that tyre Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MAD RACER 566 Posted July 24, 2014 Scorpion is a work of art. The alloy looks so shiny & bright. Seems ashame to open the blister packs BUT this is a runner. Bring on next Sat!!!! 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LongRat 616 Posted July 25, 2014 The forged suspension arms are superbly made, forged first then machined for the bearing seats. They are really well done. I don't really get the rear wheel mounting, which relies on the ridges in the drive hub biting into the wheel itself. I can't see this lasting with high power motors, if it's an issue I'll be making some adapters to engage the ribs in the wheel, and to accept aftermarket wheels potentially. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dualdigger 62 Posted July 25, 2014 Looks like my Scorpion is still awaiting customs, ordered it from Tower on the 11th and it's still not here. I find it so funny that I can order stuff from HK and Japan and have it in a week but if I order something from the states it takes 2 weeks+. This will be my last order from USA, I'm going to try buying from HK for my kits for now on. Man, I was really looking forward to having it this week too:) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
markbt73 5316 Posted July 25, 2014 The forged suspension arms are superbly made, forged first then machined for the bearing seats. They are really well done. I don't really get the rear wheel mounting, which relies on the ridges in the drive hub biting into the wheel itself. I can't see this lasting with high power motors, if it's an issue I'll be making some adapters to engage the ribs in the wheel, and to accept aftermarket wheels potentially.It's a design that dates back to the days when a 16 turn mod was a "really hot" motor. It works just fine with the 540-type motors the car was designed for. Tamiya 5-prong GH/Hornet/Frog adapters work, as will wide 12mm hexes. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Raman36 1656 Posted July 25, 2014 It's a design that dates back to the days when a 16 turn mod was a "really hot" motor. It works just fine with the 540-type motors the car was designed for. Tamiya 5-prong GH/Hornet/Frog adapters work, as will wide 12mm hexes. +1 and if you add the fact that you now have a slipper to boot, you're not going to tear up rear hub. In addition, If you're running on dirt, your tyres are going to slip and kick up dirt. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MAD RACER 566 Posted July 25, 2014 Reading through the manual and under Option parts there is a Le Mans motor 490. Never herd of the 490 but it's brushed . Motor recommended is no less then a 27T. The pinions spur gear combinations is included but you have swap both at the same time like the Frog but not a pain as the spur gear just slids off when the gear cover is removed by the body clip. I will start building next Friday as I have alot of other r/c to do this weekend but can't wait. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dualdigger 62 Posted July 27, 2014 Have you had a chance to run yours Shenlonco? I'm interested to know how the torque tuned motor works. We need some more video of this buggy. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SteveU30 1011 Posted July 27, 2014 Not sure if anyone subscribes to the Rogue Elements newsletter (if you don't you need to) but their latest limited product is a very nice custom engraved roof panel for the Scorpion. Just register at the website for the newsletter and you 'should' get an email about it with instructions on how to order. http://www.rogueelementcomponents.com 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shenlonco 1156 Posted July 28, 2014 Have you had a chance to run yours Shenlonco? I'm interested to know how the torque tuned motor works. We need some more video of this buggy. Sorry I did not get a chance to run it yet. Shen Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shenlonco 1156 Posted July 28, 2014 Here is a awesome scorpion video! 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Grastens 2795 Posted July 28, 2014 It really flies! I do love the way the Scorpion was brought out on a flatbed in that video... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Theibault 1535 Posted July 28, 2014 Joker makes some great videos. He's a man after my own heart making quasi RC music videos. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
markbt73 5316 Posted July 28, 2014 Ran mine for the first time yesterday. Love it! Quick pic: More here: http://dustylexan.wordpress.com/2014/07/28/kyosho-scorpion-eighties-metal-revival/ Will try to get video soon. It's a blast to run. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevieg32 172 Posted July 28, 2014 I just got mine delivered from MB models and want to paint the body yellow but no mention of a paint code in the instructions,what's everyone using,Tamiya PS-6??? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Theibault 1535 Posted July 28, 2014 PS6 is way too light by itself. That's what I used but I backed it with red to get the right shade of yellow. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevieg32 172 Posted July 28, 2014 O.k,thanks,that's what i'll do. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MAD RACER 566 Posted July 29, 2014 Has anyone else felt that the pinion to spur gear mesh is a little tight. ?? Mine has a high spot and no give in the meshing.... Will have to fix that... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shenlonco 1156 Posted July 29, 2014 Has anyone else felt that the pinion to spur gear mesh is a little tight. ?? Mine has a high spot and no give in the meshing.... Will have to fix that... Hi yes what you need to do is first loosen up the two motor screws a few turns out. And in the tight spot put like 2 pieces of paper rolled in-between the gears mesh right in the tight spot . Do this with the motors screws lose and then tighten the outside screw all the way tight than pull out the paper and pull out the middle gear than tighten the other motor screw down. I did this with mine and it helped out a lot...try it let me know if it works for you. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MAD RACER 566 Posted July 30, 2014 Thanks will give that a go. Cheers Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevieg32 172 Posted July 30, 2014 Built in an evening and what a pleasure it was to do,i've never built a Kyosho before and it was great,brilliant instructions,build bag by bag,nice tools included and a good quality feel to everything. No motor or r/c gear installed yet,what motor are you all fitting,i'd like to keep it Kyosho,any links? Next job is to start the restoration of my original,quite alot of differences between old and new,i'll do this one box art too and have them side by side on display. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
d4dawg 35 Posted July 30, 2014 I was looking at some of the Scorpion photos online. Wife came by and saw the buggy then said "Ooou that's so cute!" I took that as an "OK" to buy. And so I did. Very excited! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Raman36 1656 Posted July 30, 2014 I saw these picts on RCtech from a build in Japan. I had not given much thought to the red tub.. But have to admit it looks really nice 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Toykid 596 Posted July 30, 2014 Wow, the red looks great. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
