acprc 1443 Posted February 23, 2019 As the sun was out I thought I would have a go at starting the chassis plate. As mentioned before the Gold Edition uses a silver chassis plate. Tamiya have never released it in silver, you can only get TNX 5.2r chassis plates anodized blue. Took the old used plate Covered it in spray oven cleaner Left it for 20 mins and then scrubbed it. Blue foam! Both sides scrubbed and then rinsed off left me with this and 30 mins with 400 grit wet and dry left me at this point Just needs fine sanding and polishing now. Tyres arrived from Japan so fitted one wheel in Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kevin_Mc 411 Posted February 23, 2019 That deck is looking shiny already, good job 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
acprc 1443 Posted March 2, 2019 Got the pressure plate on the gearbox swapped over, new v old and started to clean the engine. Following the same procedure in my TGS thread. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
acprc 1443 Posted March 10, 2019 So after working the chassis plate through various grits I finished at 2500. I didnt want it polished but more matt looking like the original. Bear in mind this part has never been released by Tamiya and I have never seen one I am happy how it came out. With the chassis done I started to build her back up. More work today but coming along nicely. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kevin_Mc 411 Posted March 10, 2019 That’s a lovely finish, it looks factory. I’d love to build up another Nitro engine & chassis - i might need to invest in a TG10 for some rally action 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
acprc 1443 Posted March 10, 2019 The basic chassis is almost done now. I have just prepped and sprayed the engine heatsink and then the engine can be fitted back onto the chassis. After that it is just the dampers. The caps need to be turned silver like the chassis and silver springs sourced and fitted. Getting there! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kevin_Mc 411 Posted March 10, 2019 Not much to do then - looking forward to seeing the finished product 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
acprc 1443 Posted April 7, 2019 Hi all, So haven't updated this one for a while. I have been away with work and also had some difficulties with parts, mainly the shock springs. As mentioned previously Tamiya never made these in Silver as a replacement part (like the deck and shock caps) and I have had to get some made specially for the car. They are coming from China, so whilst I wait I sorted out the other shock parts. As they are today Stripped down The yellow springs will go in my TGM parts spares box, ideal for a runner. On the Gold Edition these caps need to be silver and Tamiya have never released them in Silver to buy. So just like the chassis into the Oven Cleaner they go. and then after 30 mins they are washed, cleaned and then rubbed down with 600, 1500 and 2500 grit wet and dry. Once back on the shocks they look ok, maybe some polish needed. as for the car, minus the shocks she is a little low but looking good and without body Just awaiting the new springs to finish and fit the shocks now and she is more or less done. Finished pictures soon. 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kevin_Mc 411 Posted May 2, 2019 I missed the update with the shocks, thanks for bumping the thread. Looking good as always! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GTodd 1350 Posted May 6, 2019 Very nice build!! I always admired these trucks, I think Tamiya discontinued then once they began the 801X line. A shame, I think there was/is a market for both . 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
acprc 1443 Posted May 6, 2019 1 hour ago, GTodd said: Very nice build!! I always admired these trucks, I think Tamiya discontinued then once they began the 801X line. A shame, I think there was/is a market for both . The 801X line was designed and built by Tamiya USA predominantly for the USA markets. They designed and released a few kits like the TNX Pro that Tamiya Japan then used as the basis for the TNX 5.2R. I think the lack of interest in nitro following the popularity of brushless powered cars is what has slowly seen them disappear from the shelves. This is the last kit i needed to have them all in my collection. I just need to restore my Terra Crushers and the TNX Pro mentioned above, paint the Wild Crusher Z body and they will all be done. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
acprc 1443 Posted May 10, 2019 So, The springs I had made finally came from China and it was an easy job to get them fitted and then attached to the truck And that was then her finished, very happy with the way it has turned out. On to the next one. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
scoobybooster 248 Posted May 10, 2019 Wow, stunning result ! Hardly a difference to a new never run example:-) 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kalsh 44 Posted May 11, 2019 That is an amazing rebuild and transformation. I wish I had the time, patience and will to put this much into my collection - perhaps one day when time is more generous too me. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
acprc 1443 Posted May 11, 2019 3 hours ago, kalsh said: That is an amazing rebuild and transformation. I wish I had the time, patience and will to put this much into my collection - perhaps one day when time is more generous too me. Thanks, they take some effort to do but the end results are good. I'm lucky in that I have a lot of parts for these having all of them in my collection so I can keep costs down. I always restore what I can unless its broken. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
acprc 1443 Posted May 11, 2019 14 hours ago, scoobybooster said: Wow, stunning result ! Hardly a difference to a new never run example:-) Thanks, any chance of a picture of the chassis to compare? I am especially interested in what warning decals are on it and where they are placed. Thanks Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
scoobybooster 248 Posted May 11, 2019 These are the only off-body shots i have for the moment. In case you need a Special Detail picture, just let me know. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
acprc 1443 Posted May 11, 2019 Thanks @scoobybooster. Mines not far off is it! Now to sort the warning stickers. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CiganoBoxer 14 Posted May 23, 2020 looks good adam, fantastic resto, i will let you know when my NIB lands 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
acprc 1443 Posted May 23, 2020 9 minutes ago, CiganoBoxer said: looks good adam, fantastic resto, i will let you know when my NIB lands Thanks Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CiganoBoxer 14 Posted May 23, 2020 Just now, acprc said: Thanks BTW decided to keep the TR15T...sod it lol 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Collin 1956 Posted May 23, 2020 Is there a source for the TNX fuel tanks? Seem like they are out of stock everywhere. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
acprc 1443 Posted May 23, 2020 19 minutes ago, Collin said: Is there a source for the TNX fuel tanks? Seem like they are out of stock everywhere. Getting harder and harder to find any Tamiya Fuel tanks apart from the NDF, TGR and the TG10 Mk2. I buy every one I ever see now. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites