RE: Shrimp boat Jenny of FORREST GUMP
Amazing! I love it! did you build this from scratch? or does it come in a kit?
Posted on: 7/10/2012 12:59 PM by Author "grimgard" in the forum "RC Scale Boating"
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Seaport Tug Boat converted to hobby grade
I know this is not a True scale boat that is scratch built but on the cheap it turned out to be a great scale "looking" Tug I purchased this Toy grade RC Tug Boat awhile back and I am glad I did :) It can be bought for about $80.00 online [url=http://www.amazon.com/Remote-Control-Sea-Port-Boat/dp/B0012Z5EMQ]Amazon.com: Remote Control Sea Port Tug Boat RC RTT: Toys & Games[/url] and it is total junk if you plan on running it stock. :shock: What's great about it is once you gut the stock electronics and throw in some hobby grade RC parts it turns into a scale tug boat made on the cheap! I added an old JR servo for the steering, an old Axial ESC, an old Axial 55T motor, and a 2.4ghz RX. I also added some LED's, lead weights for ballast, filled in the water pump, painted and modified the boat. If you gas it full throttle with the 55T it has so much torque that the boat will want to roll over...lol but with throttle control it performs like a champ! Stock out of the box [IMG]http://i547.photobucket.com/albums/hh451/grimgard/Seaport.jpg[/IMG] Modded [IMG]http://i547.photobucket.com/albums/hh451/grimgard/2012-07-08_11-34-49_812.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i547.photobucket.com/albums/hh451/grimgard/2012-07-08_12-13-49_635.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i547.photobucket.com/albums/hh451/grimgard/2012-07-08_12-13-25_542.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i547.photobucket.com/albums/hh451/grimgard/2012-07-08_12-12-01_711.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i547.photobucket.com/albums/hh451/grimgard/2012-07-08_11-35-11_537.jpg[/IMG]
Posted on: 7/10/2012 10:32 AM by Author "grimgard" in the forum "RC Scale Boating"
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RE: Seaport Tug Boat converted to hobby grade
[quote]ORIGINAL: dauntlessfan Well done, I like it, looks great! [/quote] Thanks! I recently dusted it off and put it back in the water after years sitting on my shelf. I added deans connector for my LIPO (the NIMH was beyond dead :P ) and a LIPO cut off.
Posted on: 7/10/2012 10:31 AM by Author "grimgard" in the forum "RC Scale Boating"
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RE: RC Motorcycle Picture Thread
[quote]ORIGINAL: nuts5000 Great pictures everyone... hey grimguard... didnt you ''Join The Band''...on RCC....LOL [/quote] Huh? [sm=confused.gif]
Posted on: 10/29/2011 1:32 PM by Author "grimgard" in the forum "RC Motorcycles"
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RE: Tamiya TT01 Drift spec
[quote]ORIGINAL: 9five9 I always thought mine would stay nice, but the more I drifted it, the more I wanted to do REALLY fast, wide drifts......it slid into a LOT of walls. [/quote] lol I hear that! As long as your having fun! [:D] [quote] http://os.3racing.hk/products.php?products_key=3794 [/quote] In case anyone else picks up this RC The 3Racing TT01-01/V2 Swing Shaft Ver. 2 For TT-01 are the correct Driveshafts for the 3Racing front one way differential and the locked rear differential. They are a huge improvement over the stock open differentials. I didn't take any more pictures because the diffs are inside the differential case [:)]
Posted on: 9/12/2011 7:17 PM by Author "grimgard" in the forum "RC Drifting"
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RE: ID of this semi truck
[quote]ORIGINAL: warhead71 i found it when i searched for aluminun frames, now im trying to get my EL Model RC Car 300A Motor Speed Controller ESC SE089 to work with it all it does is make the front wheel servo go  no power to the motor i cant see any ajustments on the controller, here is a pic of the esc [/quote] You more than likely need to reprogram that ESC also some ESC's have motor size limits so the first thing you need to do is figure out what motor it is and how many turns it is. Second is find out the limits of your ESC. Third get a proper ESC for the motor.
Posted on: 9/12/2011 11:29 AM by Author "grimgard" in the forum "RC Electric On-Road vehicles, race cars and more"
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RE: Tamiya TT01 Drift spec
[quote]ORIGINAL: 9five9 i remember when my tt-01 (impreza wrc, same model) looked that nice.....that was a LOOOOONG time ago. [/quote] LOL Thanks sir! Since this is a drifter It should stay scratch free for the most part. I ordered my new drive shafts on 9/8 and they came this morning so when I get home I will have my front and rear diffs installed. They look like they will fit the new differentials cups and I will see if they are the right length. Wish me luck! [img]http://os.3racing.hk/picture.php?image=TT01-v2.jpg&max_width=280&max_height=210[/img]
Posted on: 9/12/2011 10:39 AM by Author "grimgard" in the forum "RC Drifting"
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RE: Tamiya TT01 Drift spec
[quote]ORIGINAL: Post-Amerika They will work. Both the TT01 and the TT01E share the same length driveshafts. [/quote] Thanks! Much appreciated, Now I can use the parts I already have ordered.[:D]
Posted on: 9/11/2011 11:06 PM by Author "grimgard" in the forum "RC Drifting"
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RE: Tamiya TT01 Drift spec
[quote]ORIGINAL: Post-Amerika Far from it, sir. I was offering help to you. For the TT01, if you order other-than-stock differentials, chances are that you'll need to order other-than-stock dogbones. I ran into that same problem, and my solution was to buy new driveshafts. It may be difficult to find parts for the TT01 in the states, as the market is sustained mostly with HPI and Traxxas parts. I was giving you ideas for different sources of parts. If I were you, I'd look around (perhaps to www.genkidoridori.com) to see about importing (if need be) parts for your TT01. [/quote] looks like I need to order some more parts. The stock dog bones are to big and the outer wheel cups are also to big. Anyone know what parts I need? I saw this on 3racings site but not sure if it will fit or not http://os.3racing.hk/products.php?products_key=3794 At least I got my aluminum drive shaft and aluminum adjustable shocks installed.
Posted on: 9/11/2011 9:46 PM by Author "grimgard" in the forum "RC Drifting"
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RE: Tamiya TT01 Drift spec
[quote]ORIGINAL: Post-Amerika I had the same problem that you are having now when I was upgrading my TT01. Here in Japan, there is a huge following for these types of cars. Tamiya being rather popular as well. Unfortunately, some of the parts that would make your life ten times easier are easier found here in Japan rather than in the US, as the following in the US market is based around Traxxas and other speed-related brands. Eagle Racing makes some of the best parts for a TT01 that I can think of. You may be amazed at what is offered by Eagle Racing (and also the amount of parts from Tamiya that are discontinued that you can find) here. I would recommend going with a locked rear differential and a front one-way unit. It changes the car's behavior completely and makes it much, much easier to drift. <a href=''http://www.eaglemodel.com/jp-net/menu-jp.html''>http://www.eaglemodel.com/jp-net/menu-jp.html [/quote] Thanks but the only problem I am having is not knowing what parts to order like I stated in my post above. I assume your just trying to promote your web site.
Posted on: 9/11/2011 9:25 PM by Author "grimgard" in the forum "RC Drifting"
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RE: Venom GPV-1 Newbie Guide
No Sticky? [X(]
Posted on: 9/9/2011 3:17 PM by Author "grimgard" in the forum "RC Motorcycles"
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RE: Need help/ ideas for body
Don't do the dents! At least I wouldn't do them. All the dented lexan bodies I have seen look bad IMO. Before you start doing the rust on the body grab some scrap piecs of lexan and practice. Then deiced if you want to go ahead and try it on the body. If you do the body stick to the edges of the truck and remember less is more.
Posted on: 9/9/2011 12:15 PM by Author "grimgard" in the forum "RC Rock Crawlers"
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RE: mounting body
[quote]ORIGINAL: speedinaround8 Im looking at finding out how everyone mounts there body to their custom truck. I am looking at the proline bronco body. It doesnt matter if you can see the mounts or not. Im just trying to find a way to mount the body. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks [/quote] Are you asking how to mount a body or how people do it? Most people just use the body posts but if your trying for a scale look then you can use Velcro or magnets. If your asking how to mount a body then let us know and we can point you in the right direction.
Posted on: 9/9/2011 12:08 PM by Author "grimgard" in the forum "RC Rock Crawlers"
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RE: Tamiya TT01 Drift spec
[quote]ORIGINAL: Mr Lee Looks great! Don't let me tell you how to build your ride :) Am just giving advice from my experience. [/quote] No worries! Would you know if the swing arm in my post above will work with the differentials I ordered? (also in above post) The stock cups and bones are way to big for the 3racing differentials. I assume the swing arm will work.
Posted on: 9/9/2011 10:34 AM by Author "grimgard" in the forum "RC Drifting"
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RE: OFFICIAL HPI Sprint 2 Thread (Sport and Flux)
[quote]ORIGINAL: 32_d3gr33s i know i saw it mentioned a few times, but never really saw an answer.  I have a 2s 5000 mah lipo and it barely fits.  the belt seems to rub on the battery a little.  Is this ok?  or is there a way to prevent it? [/quote] I run a smaller 2s Lipo 2200mah because my 5000mah will not fit. You belt is going to wear through the lipo or the rubbing will break your belt and both would be bad.
Posted on: 9/8/2011 9:14 PM by Author "grimgard" in the forum "RC Electric On-Road vehicles, race cars and more"
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RE: OFFICIAL HPI Sprint 2 Thread (Sport and Flux)
[quote]ORIGINAL: 32_d3gr33s ran a full battery through it earlier, but forgot the camera :(  maybe tomorrow! [/quote] Sweet! Congrats! These are crazy fast! Careful of running RC's barefoot! My DF03RA tore my big toe nail clean off!
Posted on: 9/8/2011 9:12 PM by Author "grimgard" in the forum "RC Electric On-Road vehicles, race cars and more"
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RE: OFFICIAL HPI Sprint 2 Thread (Sport and Flux)
[quote]ORIGINAL: 32_d3gr33s Got my new spint 2 flux (with the yellow camaro body) today!!  slapped a 2s lipo in it and she fricken hauls!! [/quote] Won't believe you till I see some pictures [8|]
Posted on: 9/8/2011 8:23 PM by Author "grimgard" in the forum "RC Electric On-Road vehicles, race cars and more"
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RE: Official DF-03 Ra Thread
Here is a few of mine. The Datsun 240Z Fairlady Rally is a DF-03RA and the Subaru 2005 Monte Carlo is a TT-01D Drifter that can be converted into a rally car. [img]http://www.angelfire.com/retro/zycore/Rally.JPG[/img] [img]http://www.angelfire.com/retro/zycore/Rally1.JPG[/img] [img]http://www.angelfire.com/retro/zycore/Rally2.JPG[/img]
Posted on: 9/8/2011 7:25 PM by Author "grimgard" in the forum "RC Electric On-Road vehicles, race cars and more"
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RE: Tamiya TT01 Drift spec
looks like I need to order some more parts. The stock dog bones are to big and the outer wheel cups are also to big. Anyone know what parts I need? I saw this on 3racings site but not sure if it will fit or not http://os.3racing.hk/products.php?products_key=3794 At least I got my aluminum drive shaft and aluminum adjustable shocks installed. [img]http://www.angelfire.com/retro/zycore/TT01_3race_hopup002_20110908_134955.JPG[/img] [img]http://www.angelfire.com/retro/zycore/TT01_3race_hopup003_20110908_162331.JPG[/img] Waiting for the correct parts to install the locked rear differential and front one way [img]http://www.angelfire.com/retro/zycore/TT01_3race_hopup004_20110908_162343.JPG[/img] The shocks look good and no leaks! [img]http://www.angelfire.com/retro/zycore/TT01_3race_hopup005_20110908_162355.JPG[/img] [img]http://www.angelfire.com/retro/zycore/TT01_3race_hopup006_20110908_162406.JPG[/img]
Posted on: 9/8/2011 5:34 PM by Author "grimgard" in the forum "RC Drifting"
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RE: Tamiya TT01 Drift spec
Got my parts from China today! once I get home from work I'll post some pictures.
Posted on: 9/8/2011 12:19 PM by Author "grimgard" in the forum "RC Drifting"
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HPI R32 any good?
Has anyone tried the HPI R32 1/32 micro on road cars? I know most people buy the Koyosho micro's because they are more scale but they are also a little more money. http://www.hpiracing.com/kitinfo/103634/
Posted on: 9/8/2011 11:08 AM by Author "grimgard" in the forum "RC Electric On-Road vehicles, race cars and more"
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RE: Tamiya TT01 Drift spec
[quote]ORIGINAL: Mr Lee No need to waist money on a locked rear diff.....just open your standard one and pour hot glue in it to lock it! Can easily be removed later if you want normal diff action again. Also try locking your front before going to a front one way.....you never know it may work for you and you won't need to spend money on that too :) Put that money towards a decent brushless system. The hobbywings are pretty cheap and reliable. I run both front and rear locked and use a hobbywing Justock sensored esc and 10,5T motor on 24/58 gearing and it is great. I could play with gearing a little to get it better but I don't have much time to mess around. The standard plastic shocks are fine and those aluminium shocks you posted will be no better than the standard ones.....you could look at getting an on road tuned spring set to tune the suspension a little. If you really want a good shock get the Tamiya TRF's.....they are the best but a bit pricey. You should also be looking at changing the prop shaft to an aluminium one as the standard one warps at high rpm. Your standard 19T pinion will also not last too long. You should upgrade to the racing spur gear set (55T and 58T) as well as the 24T and 25T AV pinion set as they are alot stronger and will allow to fine tune your ratio's with your powerplant. [/quote] Thanks for the Tips! I already got the aluminum drive shaft and the shocks are just for bling! I don't mind spending money on bling and I always wanted to try out a one way diff in the front. I have a HPI Sprint 2 Flux 5700KV that I tuned into a drifter by locking the rear with hot glue and adding PVC tires and for me it was way overpowered :) I ended up turning it back into a On Road Car.
Posted on: 9/5/2011 10:18 AM by Author "grimgard" in the forum "RC Drifting"
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RE: Why is a Locked rear diff better for Drifting (I got a TT01)
This has worked for me 1. PVC tires 2. Locked rear 3. On way diff up front 4. Stiff springs in front 5. Soft springs in the rear 6. Lots of practice That being said what works for one might not work for another.
Posted on: 9/3/2011 2:50 PM by Author "grimgard" in the forum "RC Drifting"
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RE: Why is a Locked rear diff better for Drifting (I got a TT01)
Depends on your driving style but I have found locking the rear and having a one way differential in the front helps allot.
Posted on: 9/2/2011 8:14 PM by Author "grimgard" in the forum "RC Drifting"
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RE: Tamiya TT01 Drift spec
Now for the upgrades.... 3 Racing looks like the best place for hop ups and had what i needed in stock so they got my cash. The TT-01 drifts great out of the box but with a locked rear differential and a one way differential in the front it will drift even better. The shocks are just for the bling! :shock: "thumbsup" The aluminum drive shaft is still on the way :roll: [img]http://www.angelfire.com/retro/zycore/TT01-26LB_one_way.jpg[/img] One way front differential [img]http://www.angelfire.com/retro/zycore/TT01-25LB_solid_axel.jpg[/img] Solid rear differential [img]http://www.angelfire.com/retro/zycore/TT01-13mm_shocks.jpg[/img] 13mm aluminum shocks I'll post some pictures once everything gets here.
Posted on: 9/2/2011 2:44 PM by Author "grimgard" in the forum "RC Drifting"
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RE: Tamiya TT01 Drift spec
Thanks for the correct year [:)] I got a video up [youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dFE2OfHcJN8&feature=youtu.be[/youtube]
Posted on: 8/30/2011 9:33 PM by Author "grimgard" in the forum "RC Drifting"
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Tamiya TT01 Drift spec
I just picked up a Tamiya TT01 Drift spec 2005 Subaru Kit. I am pleased with this kit, it comes with bearings, heat sink for the motor, ESC, and 25T Motor. I added my own 2.4ghz and a Hi-Tec HS5645MG Digital servo. I can't for the life of me find Tamiya PS-16 Blue Metallic and I assume its because of the Earthquake. I ended up ordering Pactra polycarb Metallic Blue rattle can and I am still waiting on it to arrive. I will post some pictures when I get it painted "thumbsup" [img]http://www.angelfire.com/retro/zycore/TT01D015.JPG[/img] Love Tamiya Box Art [img]http://www.angelfire.com/retro/zycore/TT01D016.JPG[/img] Getting Started [img]http://www.angelfire.com/retro/zycore/TT01D017.JPG[/img] Front and rear differentials are done [img]http://www.angelfire.com/retro/zycore/TT01D018.JPG[/img] Shocks and electronics are installed [img]http://www.angelfire.com/retro/zycore/TT01D019.JPG[/img] Wheels and bumper on and wires cleaned up a bit [img]http://www.angelfire.com/retro/zycore/TT01D021.JPG[/img] Body trimmed and mounted [img]http://www.angelfire.com/retro/zycore/TT01D022.JPG[/img] Sorry for the out of focus picture :roll: You can get a good idea how low it will be sitting. More pictures once I get some paint :evil: Got the paint! [img]http://www.angelfire.com/retro/zycore/TT01_Subaru038_20110826_201236.JPG[/img] [img]http://www.angelfire.com/retro/zycore/TT01_Subaru039_20110826_201249.JPG[/img] [img]http://www.angelfire.com/retro/zycore/TT01_Subaru040_20110826_201333.JPG[/img] [img]http://www.angelfire.com/retro/zycore/TT01_Subaru041_20110826_201356.JPG[/img] [img]http://www.angelfire.com/retro/zycore/TT01_Subaru042_20110826_201430.JPG[/img] [img]http://www.angelfire.com/retro/zycore/TT01_Subaru045_20110826_201511.JPG[/img] [img]http://www.angelfire.com/retro/zycore/TT01_Subaru046_20110826_201552.JPG[/img]
Posted on: 8/30/2011 11:20 AM by Author "grimgard" in the forum "RC Drifting"
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RE: new to the RC world!!
I use the Curved Lexan scissors then a dremel sanding drum to clean up the edges. I seems to work well enough. I assume you guys used the curved lexan scissors? [img]http://www.angelfire.com/retro/zycore/TT01_Subaru045_20110826_201511.JPG[/img]
Posted on: 8/29/2011 10:02 AM by Author "grimgard" in the forum "RC Drifting"
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RE: new to the RC world!!
Grats and welcome to the hobby! You picked an amazing Rc for your first. Do not worry about the top end speed and enjoy the RC you bought.
Posted on: 8/27/2011 5:17 PM by Author "grimgard" in the forum "RC Drifting"
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RE: New to rc's
[quote]ORIGINAL: Riceking im new to rc cars and know nothing bascially.i was on the nitrocrx website and was wondering if i should start with eletric for now and move on to nitro later. which electric rc should i get from there? also whats the difference between brushless and brushed? [/quote] Start with the Tamiya TT-01 Drift spec if your new. The NitroRCX are hit and miss.
Posted on: 8/27/2011 4:37 PM by Author "grimgard" in the forum "RC Drifting"
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