Beetlemankurt 676 Posted December 16, 2020 What a cool thread ! Great to see what everyone’s been up to. Sorry to those that have seen this in the big rigs thread already but my Scania is my latest Tamiya AND my latest RC build all in one. It’s not yet finished as I’ve found it’s very addictive to keep adding ‘bits’ to it. There are quite a few full size Scanias on the road here in NZ. I’d admired the Tamiya rigs for some time and finally took the plunge this year. It’s my only rig (so far) amongst a range of buggies, on road cars, planes and helis and for me has brought a whole new level of RC enjoyment. I just LOVE how scale these things are and how realistic they look when moving. It’s also nice to have something that can be driven inside if the weather is a bit pants or outside in large or small spaces so is pretty universal. So you can always get your RC fix! The build is I’d say the most satisfying I’ve ever done and for me, this truck is worth every cent I paid for it. It’s a keeper for sure and I dare say at some point it’ll get some stablemates to keep it company :). This truck has just had a Verkerk m100 facelift kit added to make into a later model and has an upgraded (TR tuned) motor, alloy front wheels, aerials and scale side mirrors added along with a sound system and the start of a lighting system...whew! Alloy wheels for the rear are currently under the Christmas tree :).... keep the pics coming! Really enjoying looking at what people are building. Merry Christmas all! 22 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ryz82 160 Posted December 16, 2020 27 minutes ago, Beetlemankurt said: The build is I’d say the most satisfying I’ve ever done and for me, this truck is worth every cent I paid for it. It’s a keeper for sure and I dare say at some point it’ll get some stablemates to keep it company :). This truck has just had a Verkerk m100 facelift kit added to make into a later model and has an upgraded (TR tuned) motor, alloy front wheels, aerials and scale side mirrors added along with a sound system and the start of a lighting system...whew! Alloy wheels for the rear are currently under the Christmas tree :).... keep the pics coming! Really enjoying looking at what people are building. Merry Christmas all! I've always looked at the rigs/trucks as too much effort and cost for mine, but having seen a few more recently on the forums here, and now yours with the big silver trailer, that 80s kid in me keeps thinking that a Globe Liner turned certain Autobot would full-fill at least part of a once strong what if toy fantasy. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mechanic AH 581 Posted December 16, 2020 49 minutes ago, Beetlemankurt said: Sorry to those that have seen this in the big rigs thread There is a big rigs thread!? I think I forgot about it. Maybe for the best because I don't want to get in $£ trouble. That's an awesome build and your thoughts on what the experience is like to build these things sounds quite encouraging. One day I'll get into it. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Juhunio 6830 Posted December 16, 2020 Lovely thread, some stunning and inspiring builds here! My latest was a 49400 30th Anniversary 934 in Gulf livery. There is so much blue aluminium in the kit, built up around the CF chassis plates, it felt more structural than anything else I've built. I took A LOT of photos along the way It's absolutely gawwww-jus 20 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Juhunio 6830 Posted December 16, 2020 12 hours ago, Collin said: But this is the latest one. That's beautiful! 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Superluminal 3750 Posted December 16, 2020 No idea what they are or what they might do but think i need some of them Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DGunn1 56 Posted December 16, 2020 Built this ages ago, but its the only thing I've actually managed to finish since covid started! 12 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
simalarion 2196 Posted December 16, 2020 4 hours ago, Juhunio said: That's beautiful! Looks like a mix of Top-Force and Astute, what is this?, yes its a looker. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
t3garett 268 Posted December 16, 2020 Sorry not tamiya but my last build is this : 6 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
msgimartin 508 Posted December 16, 2020 My most recent Tamiya build was completed about a week ago. This is my DT-02 Nissan Titan Racing Truck done in box art. 7 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Scouser 83 Posted December 16, 2020 Not particularly recent but I have just rebuilt it so hopefully that counts! Still got to do the interior and get a decent driver figure but it is getting there. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
toyolien 4680 Posted December 16, 2020 Great thread this. Hope it keeps going. My latest build is an m07r. I raced m05's about 7 or 8 years ago and haven't had one since. Picked it up from Tamico and set to work. A friend has just bought an Alfa Giulia M06 so were planning on some nice car park battles over Christmas. Here it is. 20 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ferruz 11702 Posted December 17, 2020 13 hours ago, t3garett said: Sorry not tamiya but my last build is this : That body shell looks rad! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ferruz 11702 Posted December 17, 2020 Great thread, it's inspiring to see everybody's awesome builds and projects! This is my most recent, from last Summer 25 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jonboy1 2943 Posted December 17, 2020 23 hours ago, simalarion said: Looks like a mix of Top-Force and Astute, what is this?, yes its a looker. DynaStorm I believe Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ministrone 1455 Posted December 17, 2020 I’m 2/3rds of the way through my Avante but my most recent completed build is my Sand Scorcher. 21 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ministrone 1455 Posted December 17, 2020 9 hours ago, Ferruz said: Great thread, it's inspiring to see everybody's awesome builds and projects! This is my most recent, from last Summer Sorry to hijack the thread but could I ask where you picked up the JPS decals? I need a set for to go on a Lotus 79. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ExmouthAdam 37 Posted December 17, 2020 16 hours ago, toyolien said: Great thread this. Hope it keeps going. My latest build is an m07r. I raced m05's about 7 or 8 years ago and haven't had one since. Picked it up from Tamico and set to work. A friend has just bought an Alfa Giulia M06 so were planning on some nice car park battles over Christmas. Here it is. I love the little scale workshop! Really nice touch. Plus the 2CV is great. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jonboy1 2943 Posted December 17, 2020 This is my latest resto build: Because every self respecting Tamiya enthusiast should have a Monster Racer 18 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ferruz 11702 Posted December 17, 2020 3 hours ago, Ministrone said: Sorry to hijack the thread but could I ask where you picked up the JPS decals? I need a set for to go on a Lotus 79. Decals are from MCI Racing. It's a good decal sheet, very adaptable, will probably suit your Lotus just fine Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
t3garett 268 Posted December 17, 2020 I also did this ... sadly not tamiya though. 7 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Turbotom 163 Posted December 17, 2020 7 hours ago, jonboy1 said: This is my latest resto build: Because every self respecting Tamiya enthusiast should have a Monster Racer One of the best out there....... The body posts worked then mate! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mechanic AH 581 Posted December 18, 2020 19 hours ago, Ferruz said: This is my most recent, from last Summer I really like the profile! Can't tell what the body is. Is it a Losi shell? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mechanic AH 581 Posted December 18, 2020 9 hours ago, jonboy1 said: This is my latest resto build: Because every self respecting Tamiya enthusiast should have a Monster Racer I really like the Hilux Monster Racer. Been on my list but unfortunately it's just not something easy to get in decent condition. Those tires, especially the Dynamite Racing one looks sweet. 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ferruz 11702 Posted December 18, 2020 4 hours ago, Mechanic AH said: I really like the profile! Can't tell what the body is. Is it a Losi shell? I believe this is a Dahms shell from late '80s? Not sure, it came with the car I got to restore and was wrapped in shiny foil from the inside at least I had no paint to strip off lol Share this post Link to post Share on other sites