JeffSpicoli 1363 Posted March 14, 2018 Wondering if it would be ok to start a BRAT thread - maybe tell us why you chose the BRAT - and just in general see some good lookin BRATs. I'll start by saying my love for the Tamiya BRAT started with the infamous Manhattan Project BRAT scene, truck pictured. I saw this as a teenager and wanted a BRAT ever since, so a many years later I just bought one. The current state of the build: Aluminum wheels are on the way, a surfboard, I have a beer keg, some license plates, and the overall theme will surfing/beach cruiser. Let's see your's, you only see so much on Google I 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Grastens 2795 Posted March 14, 2018 Good idea! There are a lot of notable Subaru Brats on this forum. However, it might also be a good idea to have the thread moved to the General Discussions forum, since there are a fair number of re-releases, too Looking forward to seeing yours done up! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wooders28 4703 Posted March 15, 2018 A brat is on my wishlist, but a, fall guy, rep. The brat might actually survive some of those jumps! 🤔 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
InsaneJim69 1582 Posted March 15, 2018 Seen the title and was going to add a pic of my 2 little ones , whoops. The Sub Brats do look like fun though. Do they suffer from ORV diff issues like its large wheeled brothers ( MB and Blackfoot ) ? James Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JeffSpicoli 1363 Posted March 15, 2018 Hi Jim, Yes like all tamiyas there are weak links and the aftermarket answered nicely with the MIP diff, which I have installed in mine. Apparently you can run brushless motors with it. I won't be but you can. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
markbt73 5290 Posted March 16, 2018 The original Brat kit didn't have a diff at all, and it used a 380 motor. Lasted forever, and worked great on loose dirt/sand. I'd post a photo of my re-re, but it's still in the box... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KEV THE REV 2304 Posted March 16, 2018 I've had many Brats over the years , and this is my latest project . A new built vintage chassis , and a vintage body restoration / save from bin . I love the looks of the Brat and general stance of it . https://www.tamiyaclub.com/showroom_model.asp?cid=127067&id=5280 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
zakspeed 187 Posted March 18, 2018 Gotta to love the old Brat - done a few rebuilds over the years. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
zakspeed 187 Posted March 18, 2018 The green one was taken from an ebay auction in Germany that I was out bid on. It was alleged to have been used in some sort of challenge cant remember now. Never seen it again but I kept all the ebay pics as I plan to do a replica sometime. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JeffSpicoli 1363 Posted March 19, 2018 [Threads Merged] Tried this in the vintage forum and it failed, i was told to do it in this forum, let's see those brats? Mine is in progress: Would love to see what everyone else has done. Mine will be surf themed when it's done, with a surfboard on the back, retro stripes, and aluminum wheels. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Grastens 2795 Posted March 19, 2018 I would not write it off; there were some Subaru Brats on that thread, and probably more to come. I can vouch for the chassis; it runs well! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JeffSpicoli 1363 Posted March 19, 2018 On 3/18/2018 at 7:29 AM, zakspeed said: The green one was taken from an ebay auction in Germany that I was out bid on. It was alleged to have been used in some sort of challenge cant remember now. Never seen it again but I kept all the ebay pics as I plan to do a replica sometime. This is awesome, unique paint scheme. Love the aluminum wheels, mine are coming today Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JeffSpicoli 1363 Posted March 19, 2018 On 3/16/2018 at 3:27 PM, KEV THE REV said: I've had many Brats over the years , and this is my latest project . A new built vintage chassis , and a vintage body restoration / save from bin . I love the looks of the Brat and general stance of it . https://www.tamiyaclub.com/showroom_model.asp?cid=127067&id=5280 I can't believe you salvaged that body! Jeez! That's something we'd have done as teenagers, now we just go on Ebay and buy a new body Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JeffSpicoli 1363 Posted March 19, 2018 On a unrelated note - does anyone know if the Blackfoot, black plastic electronics cover fits underneath the BRAT body or is it too low to fit that cover? Thanks! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ChrisRx718 4464 Posted March 19, 2018 I have always had a dislike of the Brat / Frog - it was one of the first cars I built as a demonstrator for the model shop I worked in in my teens. The re-re's had really just taken off, you had the Hornet, Thundershot, Lunchbox, Brat and Frog. I built a Hornet for the shop and thought "hey, these old cars are much easier to assemble" Then I had to build a Brat Assembling the wheels seemed really hard. I've learned lots of tips since of course, but that was the one thing that stood out. From an engineering perspective, it just didn't look very 'car' like to me! I can see the nostalgia of them now of course. Just don't ask me to build one. Ever again. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JeffSpicoli 1363 Posted March 19, 2018 1 minute ago, ChrisRx718 said: I have always had a dislike of the Brat / Frog - it was one of the first cars I built as a demonstrator for the model shop I worked in in my teens. The re-re's had really just taken off, you had the Hornet, Thundershot, Lunchbox, Brat and Frog. I built a Hornet for the shop and thought "hey, these old cars are much easier to assemble" Then I had to build a Brat Assembling the wheels seemed really hard. I've learned lots of tips since of course, but that was the one thing that stood out. From an engineering perspective, it just didn't look very 'car' like to me! I can see the nostalgia of them now of course. Just don't ask me to build one. Ever again. You get strong fingers by the 4th tire/wheel assembly. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
zakspeed 187 Posted March 19, 2018 Thanks for the feedback - that was one of the first re-issues with the chrome chassis.The paint scheme was copied from the Hyundai Accent WRC. The wheels were Rad22rad's. I sold that on ebay around 10 years ago - never seen it again. I have loads more i'll post... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kevinb120 64 Posted March 19, 2018 2 hours ago, JeffSpicoli said: You get strong fingers by the 4th tire/wheel assembly. I think Brat/Rough rider tires are cake to install. The *******in pin-spike rears on the hornet/frog/superchamp are unbelievable knuckle-busters to get the center wheel section in. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
zakspeed 187 Posted March 19, 2018 And some more :-) 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nowinaminute 2813 Posted March 19, 2018 Definitely on my want list. They seem to handle off road a little better than a Frog too, I don't know if it's the body weight mking the suspension work a bit better or what (they both need softer suspension though) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nowinaminute 2813 Posted March 19, 2018 4 minutes ago, zakspeed said: I think that's the look i'd like to go for if/when I get one. Something a bit ratty. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JeffSpicoli 1363 Posted March 19, 2018 New Rollers Came in the Mail Today Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kingfisher 1171 Posted March 19, 2018 Nobody has done an Earl themed Brat? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Re-Bugged 10006 Posted March 20, 2018 It’s a bonus these come with 2 body shells. I don’t know of any other kits that do? I chose a Stadium Blitzer over a Brat last October, kinda regret it a little. As I think the Brats handling would be bit better. Mainly as I think I’ve used to thin of a grease in the diff so just spins in a circle when turning on loose surfaces with the Sport turned in it. Fine on hard stuff though. Enjoy your Brats Very nice examples shown here. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites