Topic: Tamiya Trucks and Trailers (Read 202187 times)

Tug-Kenny RIP · « **on:** July 28, 2012, 11:04:54 am »

My other hobby is making these expensive toys.

The Tamiya truck is a kit supplied to enable you to completely build a Truck without buying any thing else to finish it. (unlike model boats !!)

This is my third truck in the series and I find them quite enjoyable to construct. The Trailers are priced a bit over the top so I have scratch built a Box trailer which fits over the chassis of their flat bed trailer. That way, I have two for the price of one. Here's a few pictures to give you the idea.

Tug-Kenny RIP · « **Reply #1 on:** July 28, 2012, 11:07:31 am »

Here's the trailers. The large box goes over the flat bed trailer so that it utilises the running section.

Tug-Kenny RIP · « **Reply #2 on:** July 28, 2012, 11:12:33 am »

Here's the scratch build trailer now with doors fitted. Just a respray required and wire up the 50 lights or so.

Martin (Admin) · « **Reply #3 on:** July 28, 2012, 11:39:36 am »

What are the sound units like for trucks?
Could they be utilised for boats?

Tug-Kenny RIP · « **Reply #4 on:** July 28, 2012, 12:06:20 pm »

Quite something Martin. £350 worth of clever digitising.

It is programmed with the complete sound effects of a truck, and there is no way of altering it. The timed sequences are out of this world and it's all automatic. One movement of the joystick starts a chain of reactions. The unit even shakes the cabin to simulatate cab vibrations.

For a demonstration on the Multi processor unit, may I recommend the YouTube films which guys have submitted. Made me smile, I can tell you.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A3KG0CzTEsI&feature=related

cheers

ken

essex2visuvesi · « **Reply #5 on:** July 29, 2012, 01:27:32 am »

are they the tamiya hop up shocks you have fitted? how did you find them... mine made the suspension far too stiff

Tug-Kenny RIP · « **Reply #6 on:** July 29, 2012, 11:07:52 am »

Hiya Essex,

No, these were the kit ones. I too have heard about the stiffness of the 'improved ' shocks so didn't go this route. I did, however, lightly lubricate the ones I had, to ensure an easy ride.

The computer system is really out of this world though. It does have up to 20 input sockets for connecting lights and servos here, there, and everywhere. It's also clever in utilising a four channel transmitter which depends on stick positioning to fire the right sequence of commands.

I am having to re-think linking up the trailer remotely and getting the rear lights to connect by themselves. This is not part of the design so I'm trying to find out how to improve it. It's nice to do these things as a hobby rather than commercially. Keep the grey cells busy.

regards

ken

Tug-Kenny RIP · « **Reply #7 on:** July 29, 2012, 11:13:36 am »

I've dug out the pictures of the shocks I've used.

Tug-Kenny RIP · « **Reply #8 on:** July 29, 2012, 11:18:39 am »

For Martin.

Here is the computer and it's associated wiring loom. I've fitted it on a board which hinges behind the driver's seat when the cab pulls back down.

Tug-Kenny RIP · « **Reply #9 on:** August 06, 2012, 10:11:27 am »

I have been busy finishing off my scratch trailer. Here is the result at the moment. I have built some mudguards and re-sprayed it once again and fitted out the lighting system.

Tug-Kenny RIP · « **Reply #10 on:** August 06, 2012, 10:14:43 am »

Now I'm into the computer system and it's myriad of sockets, I have been experimenting with extended lighting.

To this end, I have installed 30 orange LED's around the Truck roof. You will probably have noticed the 50 or so light position holes around the trailer roof. These have yet to be wired up, so the exciting bit is to come.

ken

Tug-Kenny RIP · « **Reply #11 on:** August 06, 2012, 10:17:17 am »

The original Flat bed trailer is just asking for a boat to be transported.

As this is a scale of 1:14, anyone have any ideas of a boat please.

ken

essex2visuvesi · « **Reply #12 on:** August 06, 2012, 10:47:46 am »

Phantom perhaps?
http://www.cornwallmodelboats.co.uk/acatalog/billing_boats_phantom.html

Big pockets?
http://www.cornwallmodelboats.co.uk/acatalog/graupner-ti-amo.html

Tug-Kenny RIP · « **Reply #13 on:** August 06, 2012, 11:00:43 am »

Thanks for the ideas.

I guessed there weren't many in the scale, but this type of craft would be the way to go.

cheers

ken

essex2visuvesi · « **Reply #14 on:** August 06, 2012, 11:06:57 am »

Quote from: Tug---Kenny on August 06, 2012, 11:00:43 am

Thanks for the ideas. I guessed there weren't many in the scale, but this type of craft would be the way to go.

cheers

ken

No there isn't.... I have already been looking.
In the end I decided on a low loader and a Showmans Engine as a load

Tug Fanatic · « **Reply #15 on:** August 06, 2012, 11:10:00 am »

Quote from: Tug---Kenny on July 28, 2012, 12:06:20 pm

Quite something Martin. £350 worth of clever digitising.

It is programmed with the complete sound effects of a truck, and there is no way of altering it. The timed sequences are out of this world and it's all automatic. One movement of the joystick starts a chain of reactions. The unit even shakes the cabin to simulate cab vibrations.

For a demonstration on the Multi processor unit, may I recommend the YouTube films which guys have submitted. Made me smile, I can tell you.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A3KG0CzTEsI&feature=related

cheers

ken

Are these the sound units? If they are then the price of £265 is a little less than you have been paying.

http://www.amazon.co.uk/TAMIYA-01-Super-Sound-module/dp/B0000WRYKC/ref=sr_1_12?s=kids&ie=UTF8&qid=1344246479&sr=1-12

These look like fun but it is an expensive model by my cheapskate standards:

Basic Scania Truck £352
http://www.amazon.co.uk/01-SCANIA-R620-6X4-KIT/dp/B002AT6620/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1344246784&sr=8-1

Tamiya Flatbed Trailer £177
http://www.amazon.co.uk/s/ref=nb_sb_noss_1?url=search-alias%3Dtoys&field-keywords=tamiya+trailer

Sound Unit £265
Link above

Light Unit £200
http://www.amazon.co.uk/14-Rc-Tractor-Light-Unit/dp/B0000WRYIE/ref=sr_1_45?s=kids&ie=UTF8&qid=1344246995&sr=1-45

+ lots of bits I am sure so £1000 plus radio + dress up bits.

At the Lincoln Steam Fayre each year they have a demo area for these but are clubs common & do they do more than drive around?

I always fancy the fork lift trucks that are always messing around the display which I think might be these at £180.
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Carson-Functional-model-Linde-forklift/dp/B0044C2C24/ref=sr_1_20?s=kids&ie=UTF8&qid=1344247362&sr=1-20

Tug-Kenny RIP · « **Reply #16 on:** August 06, 2012, 11:23:48 am »

Quote from: essex2visuvesi on August 06, 2012, 11:06:57 am

No there isn't.... I have already been looking.
In the end I decided on a low loader and a Showmans Engine as a load

A Low Loader. Yes, I have seen these and fancy having a go. The major problem for us poor people is obtaining the rear wheels complete with Bogies. To build them by buying each part costs more than a complete trailer. That's why I've gone the route I did. I also fancy building a Digger with all electronics but the prices here can exceed three thousand quid, so that's out of the window.

I'm very pleased with Tamiya's engineering and thoroughly enjoyed the construction. Mind you, the scratch building part took twice as long and was very challenging to an old plastic boat builder.

ken

Tug Fanatic · « **Reply #17 on:** August 06, 2012, 11:30:06 am »

Quote from: Tug---Kenny on August 06, 2012, 11:23:48 am

................... I also fancy building a Digger with all electronics but the prices here can exceed three thousand quid, so that's out of the window..........................

Just interested as they are way out of my comfort price league but are there any piccies or links for these?

Tug-Kenny RIP · « **Reply #18 on:** August 06, 2012, 11:43:27 am »

Quote

Are these the sound units? If they are then the price of £265 is a little less than you have been paying.

No. Theses are just sound units. What I have is the Multifunction unit which incorporates the controlling of the lights as well.
This device has around twenty separate sockets to plug in side lights, headlights, spot lights, brake lights winkers left and right, reversing light, and a tea making machine. (I made the last one up, cause it feels that it should for the price !!) Believe me, as a poor ol pensioner, I have research the prices all over the world and couldn't believe them.

You're right about the Trailer price. These are the cheapest way of getting hold of the rear wheels that I know of. Did you see the price of the large freezer trailer next to the one on Amazon. Phew over £400.

They are very popular these days and clubs are springing up all over the place. I'm actually in three forums which are very interesting. A bit slow on the letters side but the information that's on them is worthwhile.

Can't disagree with you about the prices though. A licence to print money. I'll check back on the diggers and prices as your interested.

regards

ken

Tug-Kenny RIP · « **Reply #19 on:** August 06, 2012, 12:00:53 pm »

Here is the club I am in for all things Tamiya.

http://www.tamiyatruckin.org.uk/forum/default-topic/169-wedico-cat-345d.html

I did enquire about the diggers so here is the letters page. A starting price was Three thousand Six hundred Quid.

Not sure if you have to join to see any pictures, but it is free and well worth the 'Eye candy'

Cheers

ken

Tug Fanatic · « **Reply #20 on:** August 06, 2012, 12:28:14 pm »

Quote from: Tug---Kenny on August 06, 2012, 11:43:27 am

No. Theses are just sound units. What I have is the Multifunction unit which incorporates the controlling of the lights as well.
This device has around twenty separate sockets to plug in side lights, headlights, spot lights, brake lights winkers left and right, reversing light, and a tea making machine. (I made the last one up, cause it feels that it should for the price !!) Believe me, as a poor ol pensioner, I have research the prices all over the world and couldn't believe them.

Sorry hoped it might be a saving!

Quote from: Tug---Kenny on August 06, 2012, 11:43:27 am

You're right about the Trailer price. These are the cheapest way of getting hold of the rear wheels that I know of. Did you see the price of the large freezer trailer next to the one on Amazon. Phew over £400.....................

A quick look suggests that the £400 trailer is middle of the road.

Curtained side euro container £680!!!!!!
3 axle tipper trailer £729!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Both here:
http://www.tamiyatrucks.co.uk/

It is a pity that they don't offer more for the self builder at reasonable prices so that an aftermarket could develop of body parts. The trucks are very modern & big whilst I would be more ineterested in a 1960's Scammell or the older US trucks. The trucks on display at Lincoln always seem to be demonstartions of masculinity where size matters so much.

Thank you for the forum link.

Tug-Kenny RIP · « **Reply #21 on:** August 06, 2012, 07:26:40 pm »

Here's the best prices you can get on the Web.

http://www.stellamodels.com.hk/tractor-trucks-c-76_78.html

Have a browse and check it out.

regards

ken

essex2visuvesi · « **Reply #22 on:** August 07, 2012, 06:51:15 am »

Word of advice

Quite often the chrome body specials are offered cheaper than the normal ones.... there's a reason for this.... its nigh on impossible to get a good paint finish on the chrome using the reccomended method of a coloured clearcoat.
I ended up priming and spraying mine in normal metallic paint and Im still not happy with it.
Reminds me... must look for a new body parts set

essex2visuvesi · « **Reply #23 on:** September 12, 2012, 01:14:42 pm »

While looking for something else I found this
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O4KrykQYcaU&feature=related

And this
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s9VAPGDZTFQ&feature=related

Make sure you have something absorbent close by to mop up the drool :)

Tug-Kenny RIP · « **Reply #24 on:** September 12, 2012, 04:03:56 pm »

Thank you for that Essex.

Yes, this is the club I am in and I was at the 2012 show, so waiting for the film.

Here she is, all finished. Total costs £800

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