mtbkym01 3946 Posted September 20, 2019 So what else are we expecting to be released on this chassis? I’m sure there will be more, as it says on the box that this is “Star Unit Comical Wheelie Series” so surely there are more to come? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lsear2905 1279 Posted September 20, 2019 28 minutes ago, mtbkym01 said: So what else are we expecting to be released on this chassis? I’m sure there will be more, as it says on the box that this is “Star Unit Comical Wheelie Series” so surely there are more to come? I'm really hoping they make a mini dump-truck... it would be PERFECT. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lsear2905 1279 Posted September 20, 2019 9 hours ago, aconsola said: Easy enough to make the 4ws kit. 2 sticks with 3mm holes 92mm apart. I designed and 3d printed pair, but could easily make out of any 2-3mm sheet material. sw-01-4wsbar.stl 199.11 kB · 1 download LEGEND! I've sent them to a mate with a 3D printer - I'll be 4 wheel steering in no time! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
waterbok 1282 Posted September 21, 2019 18 hours ago, lsear2905 said: I'm really hoping they make a mini dump-truck... it would be PERFECT. Brilliant idea, but unfortunately the battery will be in the way imo. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kamika007z 39 Posted September 22, 2019 I honestly hope they make a Black Edition Lunchbox or at least the appropriate decals for it. Also a Monster Beetle for this chassis. The "new" Monster Beetle Trail being released is actually the Monster Beetle QD which I always thought had a hideous front-end and doesn't do the original Monster Beetle any justice. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TDanny 146 Posted September 22, 2019 30 minutes ago, Kamika007z said: I honestly hope they make a Black Edition Lunchbox or at least the appropriate decals for it. You can easily maka a Black edition by using the soon to be released clear body, two set of Tamiya Man Race truck black rear rims and MCI racing decals. Im planning doing the same thing but with Grave Digger decals... By the way I think that the SW01 is one of Tamiyas most versatile chassis with a lot of potential. It is a compact 4x4 gearbox wich could be used in a lot of trucks with different suspension setting. It could de the saint grail to pover up Bruder 6x4 tractor trucks or you could easily combine two SW01s and make a 8x8 truck. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kamika007z 39 Posted September 22, 2019 @TDanny thanks! Do you have links for each of these items? I heard about the clear body being released soon, but are these the wheels you speak of: http://www.rcmart.com/tamiya-54741-road-racing-truck-wheels-black-2pcs-p-72454.html?cPath=35_2061_370 What about the decals? I found MCI Racing but didn't see the decals for it. EDIT: I think I found it. Just need to order the 1/24th size of this, right? https://mciracing.ca/products/blank-12th-2ba52296-ea4c-42b7-9e80-a6bb76ddfb54 Thank you! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TDanny 146 Posted September 22, 2019 1 hour ago, Kamika007z said: @TDanny thanks! Do you have links for each of these items? I heard about the clear body being released soon, but are these the wheels you speak of: http://www.rcmart.com/tamiya-54741-road-racing-truck-wheels-black-2pcs-p-72454.html?cPath=35_2061_370 What about the decals? I found MCI Racing but didn't see the decals for it. EDIT: I think I found it. Just need to order the 1/24th size of this, right? https://mciracing.ca/products/blank-12th-2ba52296-ea4c-42b7-9e80-a6bb76ddfb54 Thank you! Hello, yes all correct... The wheels are direct fit for the tires and chassis. The LB mini has the Race Truck tires stock. You only need decals for the bumper but I guess that the clear boby contains decals... MCI racing decals are great quality. I ordered one for my Juggy restauration and they were perfect. Just select 1/24 scale when ordering. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lsear2905 1279 Posted September 22, 2019 On 9/22/2019 at 3:10 AM, waterbok said: Brilliant idea, but unfortunately the battery will be in the way imo. I already thought of this - and I have a solution. Basically, have the battery below a fake "filled" dump truck, as per this photo: That way the sides come down, but the battery still fits under the "load." Also, I tried it in actual off-road conditions yesterday... it's ok, but I think it's more of an inside RC. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kamika007z 39 Posted September 22, 2019 9 hours ago, TDanny said: Hello, yes all correct... The wheels are direct fit for the tires and chassis. The LB mini has the Race Truck tires stock. You only need decals for the bumper but I guess that the clear boby contains decals... MCI racing decals are great quality. I ordered one for my Juggy restauration and they were perfect. Just select 1/24 scale when ordering. Thanks @TDanny. I ordered a single set to see how it goes. I'm hoping the decals come with the clear body set when it comes out, I would use those decals for the bumper. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TDanny 146 Posted September 23, 2019 7 hours ago, Kamika007z said: I ordered a single set to see how it goes. One example here with black rear truck tires: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kamika007z 39 Posted September 23, 2019 5 hours ago, TDanny said: One example here with black rear truck tires: Nice! I ordered those tires. But I also ordered the decals sheet in 1/24th scale. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kamika007z 39 Posted October 5, 2019 Hey all, Looks like Tamiya is releasing an XB version of this little guy that sports a red chassis. See here: https://tamiyabase.com/tamiya-models/57410 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
qatmix 794 Posted October 5, 2019 The red chassis along with clear chassis parts will be available as a hop up Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TDanny 146 Posted October 5, 2019 Nice but clear parts are always more fragile. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lsear2905 1279 Posted October 6, 2019 So I got those arms 3D printed, and even though I've installed them I've got no rear steering. All I've done is ruin my truck by adjusting all the links, 'unlocking' the rear arms to swivel etc. An hour later my truck doesn't turn while wheely-ing and is poo. Bother. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
joeling 1611 Posted October 6, 2019 All done. Except I can't find my reamer. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kamika007z 39 Posted October 6, 2019 @joeling, Looks great! I built mine about a month ago and while it came out better than I thought... the body that is... I forgot to remove the top clear plastic laminate after I cut the body!! Still looks good though... 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Badcrumble 4181 Posted October 18, 2019 I was looking for Tamiya LiFE batteries and stumbled acrosss this. Any good for those of you with this model in the U.K./EU? https://www.modelsport.co.uk/index.php?product_id=442621&gclid=CjwKCAjwxaXtBRBbEiwAPqPxcId93kdU_9L1Dv-yzY12TE_z2jsOubp9S6-QxigmDtIgHpMU_LF7mBoCdA4QAvD_BwE Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Grotty Otty 868 Posted October 18, 2019 @Badcrumble that's exactly what I was after when I got my Dancing Rider. I ended up buying the absurdly expensive LiFe battery and spent a day searching for a balance board to charge the thing! That'd be spot on with a Hobbywing 1060. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Badcrumble 4181 Posted October 18, 2019 14 minutes ago, Grotty Otty said: @Badcrumble that's exactly what I was after when I got my Dancing Rider. I ended up buying the absurdly expensive LiFe battery and spent a day searching for a balance board to charge the thing! That'd be spot on with a Hobbywing 1060. Oddly enough, it is the LiFe I’m keen to move to rather than LiPo. If only I could find a Tamiya charger in the UK...though it looks like Tamico have some options... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Grotty Otty 868 Posted October 18, 2019 45 minutes ago, Badcrumble said: Oddly enough, it is the LiFe I’m keen to move to rather than LiPo. If only I could find a Tamiya charger in the UK...though it looks like Tamico have some options... I use this (I'm UK based) - https://www.modelsport.co.uk/overlander-rc6-vsr-80watt-7a-output-ac-dc-lipo-balance-charger/rc-car-products/408440 With the balance board I popped up in the Electrics section of these forums. The charger is excellent, does all batteries and is easy to use. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Grotty Otty 868 Posted October 18, 2019 @Badcrumble here it is - Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Badcrumble 4181 Posted October 18, 2019 50 minutes ago, Grotty Otty said: @Badcrumble here it is - That is brilliant, thank you. Time for me to drag myself into the future. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WillyChang 1812 Posted October 19, 2019 On 18 October 2019 at 9:20 PM, Grotty Otty said: I use this (I'm UK based) - https://www.modelsport.co.uk/overlander-rc6-vsr-80watt-7a-output-ac-dc-lipo-balance-charger/rc-car-products/408440 Reckon would that be a pair of 18650 cells in there? Thinking of fabbing my own Li-ion pack. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites