Topic: Tamiya Trucks and Trailers (Read 183265 times)

essex2visuvesi · « **Reply #250 on:** April 28, 2014, 11:08:28 pm »

the midnight pumpkin.... you should get some of these.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/JV-Shop-Aluminum-Oil-Shock-for-tamiya-Lunch-Box-Midnight-Pumpkin-Mitsubishi-Mont-/271239140099?pt=UK_ToysGames_RadioControlled_JN&hash=item3f271cd303

absolutely transforms it

Tug-Kenny RIP · « **Reply #251 on:** June 04, 2014, 09:01:25 pm »

I have lately been occupied with my build of the London Routemaster bus.

This is scratch built upon a Tamiya truck chassis and contains electronic lighting and computer controls. I have now made a YouTube film showing how it was done , but to give a taster, here are some pictures.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qzXaKEr4Xn0&list=UUG5Luksc1sDz6ZJ_mnhMcyw

Cheers

ken

essex2visuvesi · « **Reply #252 on:** June 04, 2014, 09:49:50 pm »

Brilliant!
I thought you were going to RC the Revell Kit not scratch build the whole thing!

Nice to see the old DX7s getting some use :)

Might I suggest a higher turn motor as I don't remember them having that much speed lol
http://www.carson-modelsport.com/en/products/electronic/electricmotors/produktdetails.htm?sArtNr=500906023
Probably telling you to suck eggs but the Carson Poison Truck motor might be worth a try... only about 15 quid as well

Tug-Kenny RIP · « **Reply #253 on:** June 05, 2014, 10:39:37 am »

Thanks for the kind comments. It was fun trying to emulate this model. This is why I usually get a toy model first to get the proportions right. I did the same thing with the Titanic.

I am quite happy with the 6 gears I have. I already have a 80 turn motor fitted so that it can go really slow to really fast. I had to drive O.T.T in the garden as the little tyres didn't grip the grass unless spinning.

maybe I'll have some more pictures when I go to the local club's hall where I can creep up and down. ( they don't allow speeding and models have to be locked into bottom gear)

I do love your old DX7, can't fault it for controls. It's now got 6 models embedded in its memory ?? Just one quick question. Does it hold this memory if the battery is removed, do you know. ?

sleeper123 · « **Reply #254 on:** June 05, 2014, 12:14:05 pm »

Hi Ken I like the way you have done your chassis, for mine I used ali profile.

derekwarner · « **Reply #255 on:** June 05, 2014, 01:09:12 pm »

...interesting ..sleeper123

I think the aluminium angle sections will provide greater structural integrity/strength
What size are all those metal thread screws.....M3?...& are they domed head? ...Phillips or Pozi?

Keep up the good work & posting images............

Derek

essex2visuvesi · « **Reply #256 on:** June 05, 2014, 01:42:27 pm »

Quote from: Tug---Kenny on June 05, 2014, 10:39:37 am

Does it hold this memory if the battery is removed, do you know. ?

Yes it does.... it has a flash memory similar to that found in USB memory sticks etc

Thats a serious piece of kit, meant for extreme 3D helicopter pilots. The only reason I let it go was because I didn't read the specs fully and needed the trainer port (which I think is the only feature it doesn't have lol.

Did you build the revell bus kit or just use it as a template? I keep looking at buying one

sleeper123 · « **Reply #257 on:** June 05, 2014, 02:04:09 pm »

Hi Derek, there m3 domehead alansrews

Tug-Kenny RIP · « **Reply #258 on:** June 05, 2014, 09:29:56 pm »

Hi Essex,

Thanks for the info. very reassuring.

I started to build the Revell kit and measured as I went along. For future reference to anyone having a go, the multiple formula to get up to 1:14 scale is multiply all the parts and locations by 1.9

I needed to assemble up as far as the overall shape to complete the measurements. When I saw the multiple curves of the roof line it was decided to go for an open top bus. As it stands at the moment I have a running chassis with the ground floor seats installed. The kit is a lovely one and with care will make a super model as seen by others on YouTube. It only costs £39 from Amazon delivered.

I did think of finishing it off, now that mine is completed, I'm all 'Bussed out' so I've started a Volvo truck now.

Sleeper 123, that is a wonderful job you've done there. They are great fun to build although a million problems keeping the grey cells busy. We'll have to watch out that tamiya don't get the idea. Te He

Cheers

ken

triumphjon · « **Reply #259 on:** June 05, 2014, 09:42:18 pm »

that looks good ken , one day ill get upto yate to see you all

Tug-Kenny RIP · « **Reply #260 on:** June 05, 2014, 09:45:14 pm »

You would be mighty welcome. We are there all day, once a month.

Cheers

ken

Tug-Kenny RIP · « **Reply #261 on:** June 06, 2014, 07:47:21 pm »

I have been forwarded the following Ebay item if anyone is interested. It's a Gas powered truck but it doesn't look like a Tamiya even though it says 1:14 scale.

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/RC-NITRO-1-14-THUNDER-TIGER-RACE-TRUCK-/221457160426?pt=UK_ToysGames_RadioControlled_JN&hash=item338fe018ea

It's on until 11 June.

Cheers

ken

IanPal · « **Reply #262 on:** June 06, 2014, 08:35:16 pm »

Both those buses look fantastic, you are both very talented guys

Tug-Kenny RIP · « **Reply #263 on:** June 06, 2014, 08:47:06 pm »

Thank you very much.

I am now 'doing' the Volvo truck kit, as I had bought it for the necessary parts for the bus. Unfortunately it's a bit of a closed shop when it comes to getting them as some are not available. I have been fabricating some today and come to realize these kits costs what they do because of the bits involved. hey Ho.

I don't suppose anyone has an old one they want to sell ?
Cheers

ken

essex2visuvesi · « **Reply #264 on:** June 06, 2014, 09:41:36 pm »

Quote from: Tug---Kenny on June 06, 2014, 07:47:21 pm

I have been forwarded the following Ebay item if anyone is interested. It's a Gas powered truck but it doesn't look like a Tamiya even though it says 1:14 scale.

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/RC-NITRO-1-14-THUNDER-TIGER-RACE-TRUCK-/221457160426?pt=UK_ToysGames_RadioControlled_JN&hash=item338fe018ea

It's on until 11 June.

Cheers

ken

Certainly not a Tamiya as its made by Thunder Tiger..... does look mad fun tho :)
http://www.modelsport.co.uk/thunder-tiger-racing-truck-/rc-car-products/25221

Would be fun at my local track lol

U-33 · « **Reply #265 on:** June 06, 2014, 10:00:49 pm »

Wish I'd have known earlier, Ken...just sold my Volvo.

Rich

Tug-Kenny RIP · « **Reply #266 on:** June 07, 2014, 09:51:05 am »

Not to worry. The parts are now on order and paid for.

What colour did you go for ? I'm finding it such a simple build so am completing it in original white plastic at the moment so I can leave the colours until I've had a think. Mind you, it looks queer sitting on it's chassis on the bench, wheel less.

I'll soon be getting on with the truck wash machine I have in mind.

Cheers

ken

Tug-Kenny RIP · « **Reply #267 on:** June 17, 2014, 10:42:28 am »

Just a few pictures of the Volvo Truck as I went along.

We are up to the wiring of the lights now that we have a rolling chassis.

Getemuphigh · « **Reply #268 on:** June 21, 2014, 10:44:45 am »

Hi! Just bought one of these great Tamiya Truck kits

Tug-Kenny RIP · « **Reply #269 on:** June 21, 2014, 11:05:08 am »

Well tell us all about it.

There are dedicated truck forums around if you need detailed help and information. Here's my site.
http://scaletrucks.bb3host.com

Cheers

ken

Getemuphigh · « **Reply #270 on:** June 21, 2014, 02:08:15 pm »

Hi Ken,

It's a TAMIYA SCANIA 1/14 R470

Want to use a load loader trailer with it for a 1/16th RC Tamiya Tank, I have the Tamiya Leopard 2A6 tank.

Do you think the scales are near enough?

Pete.

Tug-Kenny RIP · « **Reply #271 on:** June 21, 2014, 05:08:35 pm »

Many people use tanks on low loader trailers and they don't look out of place. Speaking off the top of my head, the 1:16 scale is around 10mm smaller.

However, in the world of low loaders they are very expensive and not made by Tamiya anyway. i make my own trailers as I'm looking for the unusual.

Here's my latest low loader. Since taking this picture I have started more work on it by making steerable rear wheels as it cut's across corners at the moment due to it's length.

Cheers

ken

Getemuphigh · « **Reply #272 on:** June 22, 2014, 10:32:25 am »

Hi Ken,
Thanks for the info and pic of your low loader, looks v nice.

Yes the Tamiya trailers can be expensive so making / modifying one is probably best.

Many Thanks.

I will look at your truck site too for more info.

Tug-Kenny RIP · « **Reply #273 on:** June 22, 2014, 08:05:54 pm »

Thank you very much.

Don't forget to JOIN as we need more members.

I went to a meeting in Bristol today and saw the new trailer by Carson. Only £520....

which proves what you say about making them yourself. Now I've seen how it's done. I recon I could make one for a quarter of that price.

Cheers

ken

lankyandy · « **Reply #274 on:** July 08, 2014, 09:32:01 pm »

only just found this thread and those really are some excellent model. prob is with this forum is you find so many other things to spend my hard earned on!

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