Problemchild 2147 Posted August 19, 2019 Embarking on a 3 way with some falcons Falcon #3 - rolling chassis in need of a clean up Falcon #1 - filthy wrecked chassis in need of cleaning and repair Falcon #2 - brand new chassis, gearbox, wheels and loads of other bits (about 75% there) I’ll post some pics shortly JJ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Problemchild 2147 Posted August 20, 2019 Ok so here are the 3 falcons I’m working on... from left to right Falcon #1 - filthy shed. Parts: most parts included. Some replacement parts needed (gear box has some damage). Wheels not falcon ones. Tub chassis: strong with support added to weak parts. This chassis will end up on Falcon #3 Shell: solid-ish. Missing some stickers. Missing rear wing. Process - Strip everything & deep clean with sonic cleaner, petrol, soap etc etc. Falcon #2 - Shelf Queen Parts: About 70% new parts (chassis, wheels, lower and upper arms, trailing arms etc). No screws, drive shafts, steering, front towers, suspension etc) Shell: none - will have to be a Kamtec replica but I have a set of brand new original decals. Process: buy many more new parts, spend lots, hunt parts, research etc. Falcon #3 - rolling chassis Parts: 99% complete. Some damaged parts to be swapped out. Shell: honest but rough. It’s gonna stay like this though Process: Tidy up and use as a reference vehicle for the other 2 JJ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Problemchild 2147 Posted August 20, 2019 So falcon #1 has been through a clean today Plus all the gearbox parts and screws have been soaking in petrol to try and get the caked grease and crud off them. JJ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Problemchild 2147 Posted August 20, 2019 Falcon #2 I’m pushing on with the small amount of screws I have spare. and ive been ordering parts!! 1 x Kamtec shell 2 x 0005059 steering (got hop parts 54154) 2 x 2685018 32mm screw pins 4 x 2685017 46mm screw pins 6 x 2685023 22mm screw pins 1 x 3515006 18T pinion 1 x 9405245 damper bag (Inc springs and rods) 2 x 5005020 long suspension spring 2 x 2685026 body mount 4 x 00115007 steering arm adjuster 2 x 5325005 63mm steering arm 1 x 531009 80mm steering arm 2 x 355002 10mm axle shaft 2 x 48mm dog bone shaft 2 x shock towers (3D printed) 1 x 4305166 resistor cover JJ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TwistedxSlayer 1288 Posted August 21, 2019 Will be watching this thread. 😀 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Problemchild 2147 Posted August 21, 2019 So today I finished off Falcon #3 completely stripped down what I had and made sure that each part was the best of the used parts. 1 x suspension Tower was damaged a little as were the front edges of the lower wishbones gearbox had a few damaged screw mounts for the rear cage so made up a new casing from some of the parts. these were replaced and the Falcon #1 chassis was also used to create a really nice and honest Falcon. brand new 540 and pinion gear. all original radio gear and ceramic resistor. All cables routed nicely. Front end rebuilt and wheels tidied up Chassis has been reinforced at the weak points but no damage JJ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Problemchild 2147 Posted August 21, 2019 Rest of Falcon #3 assembled Final result JJ 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Problemchild 2147 Posted August 22, 2019 Lexan replica shell arrived today for Falcon #2 not a bad replica but a few flaws in the area under the wing and the cut lines are almost non-existent so marked them as well as I was able. i used the other 2 shells for reference. Cutting is always a PITA for some reason but the falcon shell is a whole other league.... who designed this shape ha lots of time and v careful trimming with a mix of Stanley, craft and scissors and it was done. the Lexan kit comes with the window masking kit do not long till I start that. i have a metallic graphite/black I used for my comical hornet and it looks lovely so will use that again. I’m not gonna do any s*******y masking and painting of the red and just gonna rely on the stickers. the question is, do I use the original sticker set or the replica set (and sell the originals to support the build costs) thoughts?? JJ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Problemchild 2147 Posted August 22, 2019 And here it is in an all black stealth look (Lexan looks cloudy as the paint cools the plastic and it’s late and humid outside so there is a little condensation on the outer shell) JJ 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Problemchild 2147 Posted August 23, 2019 Some more work on Falcon #2 gearbox treated to ball bearings utilised a brand new resistor plate to mount a resistor cover (no resistor as I’ll be running an ESC and 2.4ghz but wanted a retro look) and then ive fitted the brand new front bumper and have a brand new torque tuned 540 waiting for an 18T pinion. Its now 1:34am so off to bed (just glad my shed is so warm) JJ 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Problemchild 2147 Posted August 23, 2019 Falcon #2 3D printed front suspension towers arrived today. really nicely made and I love the 3D printed look they have extra strengthening at the point they normally fail (Sorry - am unable to upload pics at the moment due to a weird forum limit) JJ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Problemchild 2147 Posted August 25, 2019 Really happy with how the metallic black came out... now do I use the original decals or the replicas?? JJ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mtbkym01 3662 Posted August 25, 2019 Replica body? Replica decals imo Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Problemchild 2147 Posted August 25, 2019 Potentially - it’s a modern take on a retro car anyway. It’s my ReRe Falcon. So I think you are right. Got the front end set up closer to completion (I’m avoiding doing the suspension at the moment) with the 3D printed parts on - and I quite like them. Engineering on show up front. and got the rear end fitted with the torque tuned... I’ve not been home much this weekend so it’s been a light touch today. JJ 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Problemchild 2147 Posted August 26, 2019 Ok so I went to start with the repro stickers and the colour watch is soooooo poor I couldn’t use them and be happy ...the red on the repro is very pinky I’ve gone minimalistic though on stickers and placement.... I’m quite happy with the results so far. I’m missing headlights - need to keep my eye out unless they are the same as another model - help anyone?! Done a little more on the build (running out of screws and washers now though) I think I need to commit to suspension build now - I really hope I have all the pieces JJ 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mtbkym01 3662 Posted August 27, 2019 I think the lights are fairly generic across most Tamiya models, maybe someone can actually confirm Shame about the decals, where are they from? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Falcon#5 591 Posted August 27, 2019 I've heard of the 'pink' issue with repro decals before, but that was many a year ago. I have some myself, but have been packed away for that long I can't remember the quality of them. It's a shame you couldn't use them. 4 hours ago, mtbkym01 said: I think the lights are fairly generic across most Tamiya models, maybe someone can actually confirm Falcon Z parts. Spot on mtbkym01. Pretty much a standard light for Tamiya. Pt#X8428, 0225001, 10225001 or 54626. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Problemchild 2147 Posted August 27, 2019 I noted that the hornet set are the same however I like without Potentially considering some aftermarket 1/10 ones - sacrilege I’m sure JJ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Problemchild 2147 Posted August 27, 2019 This evening i assembled the front wishbones and some additional bits on the rear end. in been waiting for fitting these as I had zero of the 3mm slim nuts so had to order and wait for them to arrive. (I’ve ordered a lot from jadlam and luckily everything always gets here really quick) still using all new parts - rear body mounts and hub carriers. upper and lower wishbones all still packaged. Reinforced hub/stub axles (don’t know why they are called uprights) plus new screw pins. Although I have tamiya grease, I like to use singer sewing machine oil and it lasts and gives a much better coating (plus you get loads) ...I use it to lube my drone motor bearings mainly. More new parts... But it’s all coming together nicely (still haven’t braved the suspension but I’m quite confident the damper pack plus the 2 extra springs is all I need) - tomorrows job I promise JJ 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Winniez 8 Posted August 27, 2019 Great looking build and your pictures are really high quality. A pleasure to see those shiny clean parts in high definition. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Problemchild 2147 Posted August 28, 2019 Thanks - just phone pics this is an easier build than the dirty falcon was JJ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Butler 329 Posted August 28, 2019 Are your repro decals likes these? I'll take them off you for my Falcon homage. Falcon was my first car, but I wouldn't run one now, and not into shelf queens (but I love the work you have done), so I built this. The shell needs doing again after a run in with a staffie after this pic was taken. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Problemchild 2147 Posted August 28, 2019 dunno - really hard to tell....much more pink than the bright red of the originals is that on a TT-02b chassis? Its v cool I have a load of cars. most are for the joy of building them but i have a buggy and a monster truck to drive. my main driver is a tt-02b neo scorcher running brushless and 3s LiPO (i have a "me" thread in general to see all the other cars i have. JJ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Butler 329 Posted August 28, 2019 Either way if you want to sell them on, I'll take them. The body needs a refresh and I think I can do a better job on it, but still not worth wasting original decals. Its a 2010 DT02 Holiday buggy (to get the yellow wheels). I sold the body, and put a sand viper shell on it and bought the yellow CVAs. The rest is all stock. Its a missile with 5200kv motor and its never broke any of the drive train, just a c hub. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Problemchild 2147 Posted August 28, 2019 Happy to sell them on i paid £11 for them so you can have for £8 if you want JJ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
