Tamiya TT-01/01R/01D Racing V4.0 [Archive]

GA Maxx

04-15-2007, 08:29 AM

Hi, I don't know if you remember me but a few years ago I had a TTO1 with a novak supersport 5.5 brushless set up.

I sold this and quit R/C. However I have just bought a brand new Tamiya TT01, with the following hop ups.

Original TAMIYA 1/10 TRF TRF415 TGS ALLOY shock damper
Tamiya TT-01 Turnbuckle Tie-Rod Set (TGS)
Tamiya TT-01 Aluminum Racing Steering Set
Tamiya TT-01 Aluminum Motor Heat Sink
Tamiya Urethane Bumper Small (TT-01 , TGS)
Tamiya Aluminum Bumper Stopper (TT-01, TGS)
Tamiya TT-01 Metal Motor Mount
Tamiya TT-01 Ball Bearing Set
Tamiya 4mm Aluminum Flange Lock Nuts (Blue)
Tamiya TT-01 Aluminum Propeller Shaft
Tamiya Aluminum Damper Retainer (1mm Down Type)
Tamiya TT-01 Stabilizer Set (Rear)
Tamiya TT-01 Stabilizer Set (Front)

I'm looking at some ball differentials too :)

I have yet to buy my electrics, But I'm going brushless again, with a 5.5 Velociti set up :)

However, I cannot remember what gearing I used with my Novak SS 5800 set up, Has anyone got a starting point?

Also, What is the quality of GPM aluminium like?

thanks

GA Maxx

04-18-2007, 02:40 PM

Ttt?

Jayboy

04-18-2007, 04:27 PM

I wouldnt have clue about the gearing, but as for GPM parts, i hear that they are pretty good quality!
Where did you get the car?...ebay?

GA Maxx

04-18-2007, 04:57 PM

yup, Iget all my stuff from Singapore or Hong Kong shipped to the UK :)

I've just bought a Brushless system, unfortunately, I've got one which is probably too power ful (5.5t) lol

Going to order a 7.5 T later lol.

For what I'm going to spend, I could have bought a pro tourer, but wheres the fun there :D

Jayboy

04-18-2007, 05:06 PM

Yeah just buying a perfect car is no fun...i'm one of those people who think building your own car up yourself over time is so much more fun than just buying a good car to start with.
Its like my TL-01, the from the money i have spent modifying and adapting that, i could have bought a top-spec car...

That brushless setup will be a blast!!

GA Maxx

04-18-2007, 05:16 PM

I donmt think the Diffs will like it :)

Jayboy

04-18-2007, 05:19 PM

Maybe not...but you've gotta find out!

Antel

04-19-2007, 04:31 AM

GA_Maxx, which stores are you ordering from? Im otw to order a TT01D but so far ive only found RCMart and another store in Hong Kong, any pointers to online stores would be much appreciated. (Just ordered an Inferno GT, but i got annoyed when there was no kit version... so now im getting a TT01D to build and use as a drifter.) :)

Im in Sweden btw.

Thanks in advance.

GA Maxx

04-19-2007, 02:55 PM

Hi Antel, Mine isn't a D its just a TT01, I get all my stuff from Hong Kong or Singapore through Ebay.

I'm in the uk, but i import EVERYTHING from either hong kong or singapore. Particularly good ebay shops are:

Vellrip
Rcworld
Dinball
RCMart

I occasionally get stuff from Tower hobbies though.

I never get any import charges and prices are DIRT cheap! I'm talking 70% off!postage is cheaper and faster than UK!

The best thing is though the US dollar is very weak at this time too which helps ;)

Antel

04-20-2007, 03:43 AM

Exactly my thoughts... hope i can order before the dollar climbs again. And thanks for the info. Ill try find those dealers, im guessing the US Ebay, or is it Hong Kong and Singapores Ebay?

Im getting the D cause the price difference is like $30 US and the ballbearings alone is like $15 US so... might as well get those oil chocks when i can. :)

In total ill have to order stuff for around $800 US (Charger + Power Supply, Batteries, Servos (the standard Inferno GT servos plain sucks, i can move the servo horn about 1-2 mm lengthwise on the servo.), Nomadio React, Tires for the Inferno GT and the TT01D... ouch!) next week, from amainhobbies and some Hong Kong store atm, but ill check if i can get stuff cheaper on Ebay.

GA Maxx

04-20-2007, 01:52 PM

Cool sounds like a cool set up :)

I'm just going to ebay.co.uk and clicking the community tab and putting their name in to find their store.

I'd drop them an email first to make sure they ship to Sweden

JS70

04-21-2007, 09:42 AM

Is this the 55T spur gear that is mentioned so often for use with the 25T pinion in the TT-01?

http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&W=000418498&I=LXCVP4&P=K

Are there any mods required to use it in the TT-01?

GA Maxx

04-22-2007, 12:38 PM

I Just thought I would post my full set up for my TT01. It started off as a regular TT01 Subaru Impreza WRC kit. God Knows how much I have spent, And I'm still wating for Parts but so far I have:

Tamiya 1/10 TRF TRF415 TGS ALLOY shock damper
Tamiya TT-01 Turnbuckle Tie-Rod Set (TGS)
Tamiya TT-01 Aluminum Racing Steering Set
Tamiya TT-01 Aluminum Racing Steering Link
Tamiya TT-01 Aluminum Motor Heat Sink
Tamiya Urethane Bumper Small (TT-01 , TGS)
Tamiya Aluminum Bumper Stopper (TT-01, TGS)
Tamiya TT-01 Metal Motor Mount
Tamiya TT-01 Ball Bearing Set
Tamiya 4mm Aluminum Flange Lock Nuts (Blue)
Tamiya TT-01 Aluminum Propeller Shaft
Tamiya Aluminum Damper Retainer (1mm Down Type)
Tamiya TT-01 Stabilizer Set (Rear)
Tamiya TT-01 Stabilizer Set (Front)
Tamiya TT-01 Carbon Upper Deck
Tamiya TT-01 Aluminium Clamp Type Hex Hubs
Tamiya TT-01 Adjustable Upper Arm Set

I'm just wondering weather to add some GPM/Tobee Craft BLING BLING, Maybe the hub carriers and the battery brace. I'm going to leave the standard differentials and standard drive shafts for the time being to see how the hold up to the power I'm giving it (see below).

Electronics Wise:

Airtronics MX-A Radio System
Novak Millenium Charger W/ Black Box Power supply
6x Danspeed 4000mah Batteries
Novak GTB Brushless ESC
Novak Velociti 5.5 Brushless motor W/ Sintered Rotor

TBH I'm thinking even geared with a 19 pinion the 5.5 Brushless Set up is goignto be too much, IF this is the case, I'll buy a 2007 Traxxas Rustler and Put this set up in that, and buy a 7.5 for my TT01.

Pics too follow.

Oh I almost forgot, My prized HPI TE37 Rims in black :D

pedebasher

04-22-2007, 03:25 PM

GA Maxx, sounds like a nice rig you got there! :D Question..... did you happen to notice how "true" your TE37's were? I had bought a set of the chrome TE37 last year and they were awesome looking wheels, but mine were really out of round. I put them on several cars and they all wobbled when they spun. Even before mounting tires.

GA Maxx

04-23-2007, 03:15 PM

I havent noticed TBH, They only arrived a few hours ago! I'll check though :)

I'm looking at a new bodyshell, but for an extra £20 including postage I can buya BRAND NEW TT01 KIT with the shell I want!

I'm thinking of a Carrera GT and an RX7 :)

Shazz1234

04-23-2007, 07:16 PM

I have the TT-01D and theres a few differences between it and the tt-01.
- The adjustable arms for front and rear camber and toe-in adjustments.
- Ball bearings.
- Sports tuned motor (if included), 23T with 14deg locked timing (cheers Z-man).
- In stead of the standard friction dampeners you get the oil filled coil over shocks (which arnt threaded but hey what do you expect for so cheap)...

Other than that I think the cars are pretty much the same... and for AU$40 more I figured it was not a bad deal in the long run...

I've ordered some more stuff off Ebay which include,
1) Alloy Prop Shaft.
2) Front + Rear Sway Bar.
3) Alloy Racing Steering set.
4) Front + Rear alloy turnbuckles.
5) Carbon Upper Frame.
6) Alloy turnbuckle tie rod set.

This was mainly to remove the play that I've got with the steering and improve the overall durability and stability of the frame for drifting. Afterall it'll be spending most of it's life sideways so it's bound to hit somthing sooner or later, but so far so good. :cool:

leoboy254

04-23-2007, 11:07 PM

I'm thinking of getting a TT-01D, and I was wondering what the top speed is on this car?

juntom10

04-23-2007, 11:56 PM

it depends..

if you use faster motor, better esc, better battery,

car will be faster...

GA Maxx

04-24-2007, 04:27 AM

I'm thinking of getting a TT-01D, and I was wondering what the top speed is on this car?

out of the box maybe 20mph

Shazz1234

04-24-2007, 06:40 PM

Thats probably on the upper end of the scale (going downhill with a tailwind mabye :D). It's probably a bit slower than 20mph but it's still quick enough to keep you on your toes and it has good torque to get the tires spinning nicely...
If you want some nicer, slicker drifts I would definatly pick yourself up some abs tires casue the tamiya tires are just a little too sticky IMO...

I'm having a problem with my tt-01D but... After dropping in a new 4600mah pack things are getting REAL hot, too hot to touch (as I like all my cars :D) so I want to drop a tooth or 2 mabye on the pinion but the problem is the tt-01D already has a 19tooth pinion and on the chart of gearing ratios on the manual (you know how you have to change the rotation of the motor mount for different gear ratios) the lowest it shows on the manual is the 19tooth? I'm sure I could put it on there and tamiya do make a 17 and 16 tooth pinion but what rotation point should the motor mount be? Does it matter where it is? Cheers...

leoboy254

04-24-2007, 08:57 PM

The reason I'm asking is because I want this car to replace my 40mph hpi rs4 3. I like the speed, so I do want it to go that fast. What would I get so the car can drive that fast?

juntom10

04-24-2007, 09:00 PM

get a brushless !!

leoboy254

04-24-2007, 09:01 PM

Like the mamba 7700 esc package? I was thinking of that.

juntom10

04-24-2007, 09:02 PM

yes. mamba with 3s lipo...you might get 50mph+

leoboy254

04-24-2007, 09:07 PM

lol
that costs too much, what about the 35-40mph range? is there a cheap way to achieve that

juntom10

04-24-2007, 09:10 PM

umm.. you can get 35~40mph with brushed motor...like 8turn...

but you will need lots of brushes....and need more money..

just go brushless...with nimh battery...

leoboy254

04-24-2007, 09:22 PM

okay, thx for the help.

so if im going with a mamba, which one should i get?

ElectricThunder

04-24-2007, 09:56 PM

okay, thx for the help.

so if im going with a mamba, which one should i get?
The 5700 is more than enough for the TT-01. I run an SS5800, and geared right (21 tooth pinion I think is on there right now), I'm getting about 35-40mph with IB4200WC six cell side by side packs. The MM7700 will definitely get you a good, solid 45mph (probably geared on the more mild side too). Should be plenty, but you need to keep in mind, you need decent batteries to get the full potential of the MM7700 (and heck, even the 5700 needs some kickin' batteries).

Check out apogee batteries (WJ Birmingham on here started a thread about it). They're having a blow out sale of castle's mamba max systems. 155 bucks for any three (I think they're almost out of 4600s, last time I checked, there was 3 of those left, and the 5700 and 7700 were "in stock").

leoboy254

04-24-2007, 10:06 PM

Does the 5700 drain a lot of battery power? Also, will I be able to still drift, maybe using low throttle?

edit-- scratch that, wouldn't I be able to program the esc to give a lot of low end torque for drifting and then change it for high end

GA Maxx

04-25-2007, 05:51 PM

Right :) I just thought I'd chip in :) I used to run an SS5800 ina TT01 when they first come out (maybe 3 years ago) I can't remember my gearing but it was an awesome set up!

The Spec list is for anyone who is stlll reading is:

Tamiya TT-01 Turnbuckle Tie-Rod Set (TGS) #53662 TT01
Tamiya TT-01 Aluminum Racing Steering Set #53670 TT01
Tamiya TT-01 Aluminum Motor Heat Sink #53664 TT01 EVO
Tamiya Urethane Bumper Small (TT-01 , TGS) #51019 TT01
Tamiya Aluminum Bumper Stopper (TT-01, TGS) #53682 TT01
Tamiya TT-01R Front #3455877 & #3455878 Propeller Joint
Tamiya TT-01 Metal Motor Mount #53666 TT01
Tamiya TT-01 Ball Bearing Set #53497 TT01
Tamiya 4mm Aluminum Flange Lock Nuts (Blue) #53159
Tamiya TT-01 Aluminum Propeller Shaft #53620 TT01 Prop
Tamiya Race Factory Low Friction Aluminum Damper Set (1 Pair) #53155
Tamiya Aluminum Damper Retainer (1mm Down Type) #53876
Tamiya TT-01 Stabilizer Set (Rear) #53695
Tamiya TT-01 Stabilizer Set (Front) #53694

Also not in pics is the adjustable upper arm set (still waiting for delivery, hence why stabiliser bars aren't bolted down, The LSD differential, and rear ball differential (I'm going to see how standard diffs hold up first) Tobee craft Aluminim drive shafts.

The motor/ESC combo is the real party piece, its a Novak GTB ESC and a Novak Velociti 5.5R Racing Brushless motor with sintered Rotor. This motor is rated at 7,400 rpm per volt :) Im going to run a 19 tooth pinion with stock spur, which is still a little over geared according to the Novak Manual but hey :)

Still no radio gear though :(

http://i26.photobucket.com/albums/c144/CustomClio/DSC01341.jpg

http://i26.photobucket.com/albums/c144/CustomClio/DSC01345.jpg

http://i26.photobucket.com/albums/c144/CustomClio/DSC01346.jpg

http://i26.photobucket.com/albums/c144/CustomClio/DSC01347.jpg

Pics of the shell later :)

GA Maxx

04-25-2007, 05:52 PM

http://i26.photobucket.com/albums/c144/CustomClio/DSC01338.jpg

http://i26.photobucket.com/albums/c144/CustomClio/DSC01343.jpg

http://i26.photobucket.com/albums/c144/CustomClio/DSC01344.jpg

http://i26.photobucket.com/albums/c144/CustomClio/DSC01342.jpg

http://i26.photobucket.com/albums/c144/CustomClio/DSC01339.jpg

http://i26.photobucket.com/albums/c144/CustomClio/DSC01340.jpg

Also going to order the toe in rear uprights and tobee craft battery posts and battery bar for bling bling :)

Shazz1234

04-25-2007, 06:19 PM

Personally I think the alloy bumper stopper is a bit overkill really? What does it seriously do better that the plastic one does except mabye add more weight to the front end giving more grip mabye?

The stabiliser set looks so funky mounted like that on the tt-01, cant you mount it arround the front of the front shocks and the rear of the rear shocks like most stabiliser sets in the tt-01D and other brand RC's?

GA Maxx

04-25-2007, 06:40 PM

The bumper stopper is unecessary but it looks cooler.

The stabiliser set isnt mounted yet, i just placed it on for pics, I'm waiting for the upper adjustable arm kit :)

leoboy254

04-25-2007, 07:30 PM

have you driven it yet?

juntom10

04-25-2007, 11:01 PM

ooh that looks cool

GA Maxx

04-26-2007, 03:38 PM

have you driven it yet?

Nope waiting for my radio gear and some more hop ups :)

I'm buying a Rustler Xl5 next wee ktoo :)

leoboy254

04-27-2007, 05:32 PM

I just ordered the tt01d w/ alum prop shaft, metal motor mount, and carbon upper deck.

can't wait to get it!
drifting sounds really fun

juntom10

04-27-2007, 05:43 PM

I just ordered the tt01d w/ alum prop shaft, metal motor mount, and carbon upper deck.

can't wait to get it!
drifting sounds really fun
nice...i ordered some parts for stampede. and 18b :D

JS70

04-27-2007, 06:20 PM

Does anyone have any idea if the Enzo Ferrari TT-01 kit actually comes with a mechanical speed controller or an electronic speed controller?

http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/WTI0095P?FVSEARCH=58302+&FVPROFIL=++&search3=Go

The desription at tower says mechanical, but Tamiya's site says electronic.

leoboy254

04-27-2007, 07:12 PM

I'm not sure, call tower and ask.

does anyone have a picture of a mechanical speed control? I've never seen one

nizmoboy98

04-27-2007, 08:25 PM

here you go tamiya ones are the best =-) that ive had..had that one for many moons never did use it ...ohh fogot to add the heatsink for that thing ...one thing shity if you dont take care of it etc grease it alittle it will get stuck in forward or reverse and say bye bye to car lol had that happend to my clod buster and lunchbox =-) back in the early 90's

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v672/isaiahorot/tamiyamechspd.jpg

leoboy254

04-27-2007, 09:53 PM

thx for the pic

they look kinda crappy....thank god for electronic speed control

nizmoboy98

04-27-2007, 10:01 PM

they were pretty good the worst one i had were from traxxas lol burnt in 3 days lol..yeah mostly all tamiya kits came with those now i really dont know been out of electric rc for like 10 years ... just baught a used hardly played with associated tc4 rtr and a associated monster gt no engine for 200 bucks from my coworker can u say deal i mean steal ... i baught my son a tt-01 baught with no electronics lol had to dig out my old futaba esc and a my old slot machine 2 motor lol .cant say the thing flies cause it dont with that old electronics lol but my son is only 5yrs old speed is not a must here lol..

pedebasher

04-27-2007, 10:41 PM

From past personal experience, Unless it's a TT-01 that has been in the warehouse forever, they all come with the TEU-101BK now except for the TT-01R and not sure about the D version. I wouldn't let the tech info on Towers site bother you. They seldom if ever update it. If you call them they won't know either because their salespeople just go by what's written in the tech info.... For instance Last year I bought the Calsonic Skyline GT-R and it said MSC in the tech info, but it came with the esc. So did the 350z I bought last year.

JS70

04-27-2007, 11:00 PM

Thanks everyone for the response. I did call Tower and they did not know if the tech info was accurate or not. I'll probably go with the Enzo.

jmcn r

04-28-2007, 12:14 AM

If it's like most Tamiya TC wings, it is held on the inside by o-rings and body clips. There's a little nub that sticks thru the "trunk" with a hole thru it.

Thanks for the answers! Was very curious because the wing on the exterior of the boot section looks so neat even with such a deep zoom. Gotta love Tamiya...

Also love the pics guys! Its a couple weeks since I have been online and I am back to filling my head with Tamiya stuff yet again! Just awesome!

pedebasher

04-28-2007, 12:28 AM

JS70 & jmcn r, no problem, glad I could help.

JS70, I have a buddy that bought a Enzo TT-01 kit from Tower about 6 months ago. If you want, I'll check with him and see if his had the free esc. I'll know by sometime tomorrow (Saturday).

leoboy254

04-28-2007, 12:52 AM

pedebasher

04-28-2007, 12:10 PM

JS70, I talked to that guy and he said that yes, his Enzo kit he bought from Tower 6 months ago did have the esc included.

-eric

GA Maxx

04-28-2007, 06:01 PM

OMG, stupid tower....
I live in the north Chicago suburbs, so champaign is pretty close. the problem is tower is shipping everything except the actual car kit from champaign. the tt01d is coming from nevada, damn them!!!!

edit- i was looking at some tt01 parts at rcmart and saw some graphite shock towers. are they stronger than plastic but lighter?

I was looking at them, they seem good, just made an order with them:

1 x 3Racing (#TT01-04/LB) Alum. Battery Post
1 x GPM (#TT024) Alloy Servo Mount For TT01/
1 x GPM (#TT049) Alloy Steering Tie Rod Set
2 x Hot Racing (#TT113006) Alloy Dogbone (1Pair)
1 x 3Racing (#TT01-06/LB) Alum. Upper Suspension Mount
1 x GPM (#TT0126) Alloy 6 Cells Battery Hold Down Strape

Mostly pointless bling :D

My adjustable upper arms are nwo installed, but still no radio !

JS70

04-28-2007, 10:00 PM

Thanks Eric for checking. I'll be picking one up soon then.

JS70, I talked to that guy and he said that yes, his Enzo kit he bought from Tower 6 months ago did have the esc included.

-eric

pedebasher

04-28-2007, 11:49 PM

No problem! :D

juntom10

04-29-2007, 06:00 PM

My adjustable upper arms are nwo installed, but still no radio !

get a spectrum!! :D

GA Maxx

04-29-2007, 07:26 PM

I've gota trusty Mx3 on order :)

jmcn r

04-29-2007, 10:24 PM

Guys, I don't normally like making comparisons for the "this vs. that" argument coming up....but with Tamiya guys I know that just doesn't happen!

I am thinking of something to introduce others to RC with and to also have for myself for fun in parking lots and Tamiya offers me a couple choices. Now ...the competition in my head is coming from the mini class stadium trucks/buggies.

My question is, head to head how does your average setup TT01 and TA05 run in comparison to basic 1/18th like the RC18? Keep in mind we are talking about small parking lot or big driveways. Does either type have a significant and noteiceable advantage getting around a small dirty track?

Let me know if any of you have experience with the 2 types of machines!

pedebasher

04-30-2007, 02:44 PM

Not sure I 100% fullly understand the question but...... I find 1/10th touring cars much more fun and easy to drive smoothly and consistantly than the 1/18. Then again, I'm older now and my eyes and reflexes "ain't what the use to be". :D

As far as the TT-01 versus the TA-05 which I don't think is what you are asking but, it's like comparing a Yugo to a Porche. I've had about 6 tt-01's and just one TA-05, but I drove it as much as the 6 TT-01's combined. It handles like it was on rails and it was buttery smooth and quiet. I like TT-01's as well because they are cheap, and fun. It would be more fun to run tt-01's with several people, than run the ta-05 by yourself. Other than that though, I think even if you spent $500 with every hopup known to man on a TT-01, a base ta-05 straight out of the box would still be a much better car for a fraction of the cost. My ta-05 never fouled a single belt of pulley even on unprepped surfaces the pulleys stayed snow white. Then again, if you know for a fact your surfaces will have a lot of debris, more than average, the TT-01 would be a better choice. That or the TB-02 would be a better value IMO.

rx2

05-01-2007, 07:27 AM

hi guys, just to share photo of my little bashers...

TT-01D
http://i50.photobucket.com/albums/f344/kiatchun/RC/tt01_1.jpg

TA-05
http://i50.photobucket.com/albums/f344/kiatchun/RC/ta05_1.jpg

juntom10

05-01-2007, 09:15 AM

hi guys, just to share photo of my little bashers...

TT-01D
http://i50.photobucket.com/albums/f344/kiatchun/RC/tt01_1.jpg

TA-05
http://i50.photobucket.com/albums/f344/kiatchun/RC/ta05_1.jpg
nice....

did you buy much more stuffs from usa?

GA Maxx

05-01-2007, 01:36 PM

NICE TT01!

What make is your steering set? Are those blue outdrives? I bought some Tamiya TT01R ones. But they dont fit :( What ones have you got?

GA Maxx

05-01-2007, 01:37 PM

also what upper deck is that?

GA Maxx

05-01-2007, 03:25 PM

RIGHT Lets get playing :)

Finally got the radio through :) Had to pay a customs charge but hey.

Installed it all, Now I had no intention of running it today, But I needed to centre the servo, And the only pack I had built around was a tamiya connected battery. I had to put a Tamiya Connector onto the Brushless. Anyway got it all installed :) However, I just wanted to see how it went :)

Anyway, I took her for a spin, I'm still waiting for a new set of tyres, So I didn't glue the tyres down, and the battery was 1/4 charged, And it is pretty fast! I can't wait to peak a matched pack and glue on my new HPI tyres and give ita good blast :D

rx2

05-01-2007, 04:36 PM

Got the Much More stuffs from Japan & some from lhs.

The steering set is Tamiya. Upper deck is Tamiya, but the ends of the upper deck and steering posts are from Square. The propeller shaft are universal joint also from Square. F&R bumper and damper stoppers also from Square.

I'm using Tamiya ball diffs F&R, and drive shafts are universal swing shafts.

Some closer shots after this...

rx2

05-01-2007, 05:05 PM

...here's a closer shot of the front.
http://i50.photobucket.com/albums/f344/kiatchun/RC/tt01_2.jpg

side view of upper deck, also visible is the damper stopper. Both F&R utilize the same aluminium upper arm shaft stopper. Directly underneath the upper deck, are some blue spacers to align the chassis brace for steering post.
http://i50.photobucket.com/albums/f344/kiatchun/RC/tt01_3.jpg

drilled the upper deck to relocate the antenna away from motor & installed antenna post. Crappy looking turnbuckle, haha!!!
http://i50.photobucket.com/albums/f344/kiatchun/RC/tt01_4.jpg

here is the aluminium propeller swing shaft, front uprights & battery heatsink clamp.
http://i50.photobucket.com/albums/f344/kiatchun/RC/tt01_5.jpg

rear bumper and lower arm shaft stopper. Also visible are the 2 degrees toe-in rear uprights
http://i50.photobucket.com/albums/f344/kiatchun/RC/tt01_6.jpg

GA Maxx

05-01-2007, 05:19 PM

looks very similar to mine, I've got a few tobee craft parts too :)

I'm buying some square outdrives payday soon :) Do you have a link to the rear bumper and shaft arm stopper?

Do you have graphite sock towers too?

GA Maxx

05-01-2007, 05:20 PM

where do you live btw?

rx2

05-01-2007, 05:34 PM

Got them from Japan. Here's the link... rc-square.com

yes, they're the graphite damper stopper.

Currently Malaysia, Sydney soon :wave:

leoboy254

05-01-2007, 05:53 PM

so...i got everything i need to build and run the car except...... no car. its coming thursday or friday.

where do you guys get your blue and yellow shocks, they look so cool

http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXKAL2&P=0
do you guys take them off of that?

rx2

05-01-2007, 11:41 PM

The blue yellow shocks in the photo are Tamiya TRF Damper Special (Blue). The shock body is threaded for adjusting spring stiffness without using spacers. I find it useful when setting car on various track surface.

http://www.tamiyausa.com/images/product/720/49355/header_01.jpg

leoboy254

05-02-2007, 12:02 AM

thx, they are kinda expensive.....

rx2

05-02-2007, 12:06 AM

u can try some similar looking shocks from rcmart.com :o

I found this... check it out... Yeah racing shocks (http://www.rcmart.com/catalog/popup_image.php?pID=23152&picID=1)

GA Maxx

05-02-2007, 11:54 AM

GA Maxx

05-02-2007, 03:07 PM

Right thought I'd give you an update on the Brushless :)

I've glued the stock tyres onto stock rims, and Took the car out for its first "bash". Now, I'll tell you all now. I was using TAMIYA Connectors and Brand new First peaked CARDBOARD Cheapo 4000mah packs. NOT an ideal set up. I've got my matched GP3700's and deans connectors to build. I may pick up a GP 3700 Team Stick pack after work tomorrow to keep me going.

The speed is there, Its very fast, and alot more torquey than I expected. Blip the throttle and It will kick the back out, really gets some heat into those rear tyres! HOWEVER I would Ideally have liked to gear 17/60, which I can't I'm currently geared 19/60 and The top speed is immense (If you can keep it going, I wasn't on an ideal surface), But there isn't as much punch as I'd have liked, Again this is more than likely down to the batteries.

Everything seems to be holding up fine (except the stock tyres). I've got a bal ldiff and a 1 way in my tool box, as well as tobee shafts. I wanted to see how stock gear diffs held up, and If they are fine, I will not be using the other diffs.

I've put 6 packs through it in total, and motor & ESC are at perfect tempretures (I'm not running the ESC Fan) The batteries are very warm, But like I say they are poor packs,even though they are giving me good runtime :)

I'll re pos twhen I've tried a "proper" battery :)

leoboy254

05-02-2007, 05:24 PM

ill probably still get them for $50 on ebay or rcmart

GA Maxx

05-02-2007, 05:34 PM

Thats where I got mine from Rcmart :)

rx2

05-02-2007, 08:07 PM

Yea the TRF shocks are super expensive, about $120 USD in UK SHOPS! I got mine for about $60USD, but I added the aluminium shock stoppers for even more bling :)

RX2 I envy you living their, stuff is so much cheaper for your guys! We are in some instances paying 65% more than you!

I was going to buy an E Savage, but I'm buying some more hop ups for my TT01, and some new batteries and a LRP Pulsar :)

Well.. they're not all that cheap for me here too... I even source some stuff from EBay, and some Japanese online mailorder too. My LHS don't stock up. Brushless is particularly expensive in this region.

I used to have LRP2, but I sold it off. It's very easu to use, but I found it too sensitive false peaking endlessly when I charge transmitter batts. That's when I decided to go for Much More Cell Master. Has better algo and programming options, but a little noisy fans.

Hey I have E-Savage too.. my advice to you.. first thing to do is change the shock absorbers. They're too soft, and leak so easily. Get some from 3racing, Integy or Savage shocks. But be careful of the plastics, they strip easily. I'm planning to install UBECs and some Proline tires soon.

GA Maxx

05-03-2007, 11:58 AM

Well.. they're not all that cheap for me here too... I even source some stuff from EBay, and some Japanese online mailorder too. My LHS don't stock up. Brushless is particularly expensive in this region.

I used to have LRP2, but I sold it off. It's very easu to use, but I found it too sensitive false peaking endlessly when I charge transmitter batts. That's when I decided to go for Much More Cell Master. Has better algo and programming options, but a little noisy fans.

Hey I have E-Savage too.. my advice to you.. first thing to do is change the shock absorbers. They're too soft, and leak so easily. Get some from 3racing, Integy or Savage shocks. But be careful of the plastics, they strip easily. I'm planning to install UBECs and some Proline tires soon.

cool! I'm looking at getting a Stampede Xl5 instead and putting a B/L in it :D

juntom10

05-03-2007, 03:21 PM

i want to show this to 1/10 onroad, rally users.

10mm offset wheels!!!

i ordered from japan..

brand name is "Speed way pal"

they make lots of off set wheels.

i got 10mm off set wheels...(gold !!)

looks so cool..

i will use these for my rc18b..

:D

i hope you all like it :D
http://i140.photobucket.com/albums/r19/juntom10/DSCF0679.jpg
http://i140.photobucket.com/albums/r19/juntom10/DSCF0680.jpg

rx2

05-03-2007, 08:11 PM

WHOAA!!! Nice Nice!! :)

Did u say the offset +10?

juntom10

05-03-2007, 09:05 PM

WHOAA!!! Nice Nice!! :)

Did u say the offset +10?
yes.

10mm!!!(wider)

TT-01 Mamba

05-07-2007, 10:30 AM

...here's a closer shot of the front.

drilled the upper deck to relocate the antenna away from motor & installed antenna post. Crappy looking turnbuckle, haha!!!
http://i50.photobucket.com/albums/f344/kiatchun/RC/tt01_4.jpg

you know that blue alu shaft from the carbon upper body to the alu steering arm does that come with the carbon frame or is it another piece and where can u get it?

http://i50.photobucket.com/albums/f344/kiatchun/RC/tt01_6.jpg

if that's a tt-01 where do you get the carbon fiber skid plate?

GA Maxx

05-07-2007, 05:54 PM

try www.rcmart.com in Hong Kong

juntom10

05-07-2007, 06:04 PM

oh..you got those from japan...:D

much more is korean company and export to the japan a lot :D

i got a silent charger, and really nice (also good price)

rx2

05-07-2007, 08:15 PM

if that's a tt-01 where do you get the carbon fiber skid plate?

The blue aluminium shaft (from upper deck) comes in one set with the front upper deck. The rear comes in one set with longer shafts too -- from Square

STD11F -- front upper deck arms (comes with 4 shafts, but only used 2, the shorter ones, and appropriate spacers for chassis. The other 2 shafts are for stock steering)
http://www.rc-square.com/tamiya/std11f.jpg

STD11R -- rear upper deck arms
http://www.rc-square.com/tamiya/std11r.jpg

Yes it's TT-01 rear carbon fiber skid bumper plate, comes in one set with rear lower arm shaft stopper -- from Square

STD15R -- lightweight, eliminates rear bumper
http://www.rc-square.com/tamiya/std15r.jpg

I used this for center propeller aluminium...

STD22SP -- center propeller with universal joint
http://www.rc-square.com/tamiya/std22sp.jpg

rx2

05-07-2007, 08:29 PM

oh..you got those from japan...:D

much more is korean company and export to the japan a lot :D

i got a silent charger, and really nice (also good price)

Yeah ehehe... didn't have enuf cash to go Korea, and too lazy to wait for parcel delivery. Was at the shop and everything was there on the shelves so conveniently, hahaha.. can't resist temptations :D

TT-01 Mamba

05-08-2007, 12:20 PM

OK thanks.
#

will the tt-01 take 550 size motors?

if so how fast will it go with a rz motor?

rx2

05-08-2007, 09:20 PM

wow 550 motors? I didnt try, but i think you may require some dremel work on the plastics near the endbell.

I tried TZ motors very good pickup torque running on 22/55. I played drift too. Could run on 23/55 if there were more straight lines.

I didn't try RZ, i believe it can run as fast but lesser torque.
Maybe someone who have used RZ can help in this area.

leoboy254

05-08-2007, 11:40 PM

I got my tto1d!!!
Yesterday I finished doing the chassis and today I finished the body. The thing is frickin fun!! Tomorrow I'll go outside since I've been driving it in the house on the carpet.

I was kinda amazed when I saw skid marks on the kitchen floor. I was just fooling around, doing 360s. Good thing my parents haven't noticed, hehe!

rx2

05-09-2007, 01:19 AM

quick!! get some cloth & rub it off, ha! I had these marks too when I used radials. Marks all over the floor and noticed only after I finished playing, ahaha!

I noticed the rubber turns hard, but wears easily after few weeks exposed. Since then I've changed to Sorex 40 on dishes. I still have Tamiya solid drift tires but not using it.

rx2

05-09-2007, 01:23 AM

juntom, i heard the silent charger is awesome too... charging is so easy to setup, you also can use some docking station for all your rc needs.

TT-01 Mamba

05-09-2007, 12:08 PM

think rz and tz have the same power. ill have a look at the tz see if it is 550. btw how fast does your tt-01 go?

leoboy254

05-09-2007, 05:26 PM

rx2

05-09-2007, 08:30 PM

think rz and tz have the same power. ill have a look at the tz see if it is 550. btw how fast does your tt-01 go?

TZ is 540, looks identical to RZ, only RPM is different in spec.

rx2

05-09-2007, 08:32 PM

think rz and tz have the same power. ill have a look at the tz see if it is 550. btw how fast does your tt-01 go?

I didn't measure the speed.. but it's fast enough for me for a 23 turn motor. The gearing is an issue - smaller pinion gives better torque for drifting and winding tracks, but lacks top speed :confused:

rx2

05-09-2007, 08:34 PM

leoboy.. i guess the most probable way to remove the drift tire is to heat it up (boiling method). But I didn't dare to do it, because the rubber looks brittle. Furthermore I think it's glued.

But I liked the rims, so I bought the same rims in white.

leoboy254

05-09-2007, 08:42 PM

A 4200 mAh has a lot of capacity, I didn't even use the whole pack, lol. The motor and ESC got really hot. I'm guessing the alum heat sink and metal motor mount are helping.

One question, does this car require a high torque steering servo because the one I'm using is from my old broken tmaxx and it glitches a lot. Is this because I put the steering stuff on it too tight? I have a couple of futaba s3003s laying around, would they give enough torque for the steering?

rx2

05-10-2007, 03:12 AM

Yes, the motor mount is worth buying. I then removed the paper shims.

I've been using Futaba servos on TT-01 and it works just fine. My MSXX & TA05 is using Sanwa VR or RZ 8kgs/cm.

TT-01 Mamba

05-10-2007, 12:18 PM

I didn't measure the speed.. but it's fast enough for me for a 23 turn motor. The gearing is an issue - smaller pinion gives better torque for drifting and winding tracks, but lacks top speed :confused:

im just going to get an rz put it with 6 cells and top gearing for tt-01 and hopefully i can reach about 35 and still run cool

leoboy254

05-10-2007, 07:02 PM

So for now until I decide to go brushless, I can use a standard servo?

rx2

05-10-2007, 10:18 PM

im just going to get an rz put it with 6 cells and top gearing for tt-01 and hopefully i can reach about 35 and still run cool

With TZ & RZ will run fine, just little warm.. but ok for stock motor :)

rx2

05-10-2007, 10:22 PM

So for now until I decide to go brushless, I can use a standard servo?

I recommend Sanwa servos. I find them very reliable. But don't need high-torque servos because the TT-01 is not heavy like 1/8 buggies out there. 4-8kg/cm is fine.

Maybe can consider low profile servos. To gain some leverage in terms or weight savings & space :D

leoboy254

05-11-2007, 12:34 AM

ill try the futaba ones tomorrow and see how it goes

rx2

05-11-2007, 02:15 AM

ill try the futaba ones tomorrow and see how it goes

the tt-01 in the photo is using Futaba servo too :)
no regrets

juntom10

05-14-2007, 03:40 PM

i'm thinking of getting tt-01 or tl-01 or so....

ummmm

Eli the rc guy

05-14-2007, 09:53 PM

Get the TT-01.. the TL-01 isn't good for much except Drifting.

GA Maxx

05-15-2007, 05:52 PM

The blue aluminium shaft (from upper deck) comes in one set with the front upper deck. The rear comes in one set with longer shafts too -- from Square

STD11F -- front upper deck arms (comes with 4 shafts, but only used 2, the shorter ones, and appropriate spacers for chassis. The other 2 shafts are for stock steering)
http://www.rc-square.com/tamiya/std11f.jpg

STD11R -- rear upper deck arms
http://www.rc-square.com/tamiya/std11r.jpg

Yes it's TT-01 rear carbon fiber skid bumper plate, comes in one set with rear lower arm shaft stopper -- from Square

STD15R -- lightweight, eliminates rear bumper
http://www.rc-square.com/tamiya/std15r.jpg

I used this for center propeller aluminium...

STD22SP -- center propeller with universal joint
http://www.rc-square.com/tamiya/std22sp.jpg

Thanks :)

GA Maxx

05-20-2007, 06:28 AM

Just thought I'd Update you all. I have added a few more hop ups to the beast, Mainly Bling. I also picked up some HPI Moulded soft inserts and glued on my tyres. I am now the proud owner of 8 Ib4200's World Championship packs. They are stick packs as I use them in my E-Savage. I am also still running tamiya connectors, I have Deans ready for when they melt :)

I have raced Touring cars in modified class for years. This is on another level of speed. The matched 4200's Make up for the fact I am slightly over geared, And still give me awesome punch. I need to use this on a swept asphalt road as at the moment, I am honestly struggling for traction! I can give it halfway throttle, Floor it and physically see the tyres struggling for grip! I am going to higher the ride height and buy some new bodyposts (cut them too short lol).

Honestly the speed the 5.5 Velociti Brushless motor gives is immense. Thanks too everyone for recomending IB4200 packs, I gota killer deal on them and they are some of the best batteries I've EvER owned at an awesome price :D

TT-01 Mamba

05-20-2007, 03:30 PM

How do i get onto the square website to get those carbon hopups?

GA Maxx

05-20-2007, 06:04 PM

try www.rcmart.com

ITs in Hong Kong

rx2

05-20-2007, 08:30 PM

GAMaxx... the IB4200WC are fantastic. How are you charging it?

For saddle packs, I'm getting getting about 4800mAH on 6.5A 30mV peak within 40mins (fan on).

For stick packs, I'm not getting good readings. Average 3900 to 4000mAH, on 6.5A 30mV. Maybe they're old. But I suspect some cells are dead inside.

However, I still love the output voltage, 9V!!! I think that's what making the motors roar.

Some of the saddle packs I have, I put them in the CTX-D2. And discovered dead cells (0.00V). So I'd advice anyone to check voltage before buying. A lot of dead cells out there in the market.

And over here my LHS, selling "matched" batteries with dead cells too :mad:

GA Maxx

05-21-2007, 11:22 AM

WEll At the moment, I'm charging them on a Regular Peak charger @ 4.0a, My LRP Pulsar hasn't been used yet as I am awaiting my Power Supply, So can't give u accurate readings.

I will let you know though.

rx2

05-22-2007, 01:27 AM

Actually the 4.0A peak charger is not all that bad. My e-Savage rig comes with the GT Escape dual 1-4A charger... and many times I tried to save some time charging two IB4200 stick packs at once. They seem to perform just as good. Only thing, I haven't any readings from this little charger :)

Now I'm thinking of getting some convenient all-in-1 charger to charge my batteries incl. 12V Pb batts as well (I'm a nitro guy too).. am looking at X-Power or e-Station from rcmart. They're not highend stuffs, but I guess good enough to to the job.

GA Maxx

05-22-2007, 01:27 PM

RX2 Do you have links directly to the Square front and rear deck arms and the rear skid plate, from Rc Mart, I'm making an order and want to add these to it :)

TT-01 Mamba

05-22-2007, 01:34 PM

just type in tt01 in the keywords and phrases. don't use a dash.
5 pages of hopups come up

GA Maxx

05-22-2007, 01:40 PM

I know but not the ones I'm after ;)

rx2

05-22-2007, 04:09 PM

ok... I tried to search the products in rcmart, I think they ran out of stock. I could only find this...
http://www.rcmart.com/catalog/product_info.php?cPath=595_744_708&products_id=21135

but hey.. check out rainbowten.co.jp website. If you order from them specify the following in your email to: order@rainbowten.co.jp:

============================
<required billing & shipping info here>
============================
Order items:
3733437350459,Square,2200YEN,STD-11F -- 1pc
3733437350460,Square,2000YEN,STD-11R -- 1pc
3733437350414,Square,3000YEN,STD-15R TT-01 REAR BUMPER PLATE -- 1pc
============================

they will deliver to you in a week (estimate), pretty fast, hehe :)

g0202180

05-23-2007, 01:15 AM

;) 1st 10 mins of the bash!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uaBhHPRzITA

Part 2 of the rally bash!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2s6RqFod_u8

TT-01 Mamba

05-31-2007, 05:34 PM

;) 1st 10 mins of the bash!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uaBhHPRzITA

Part 2 of the rally bash!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2s6RqFod_u8

what mods did you do to rally it?

rx2

06-02-2007, 02:56 AM

it's possible to use rally wheels.

and mod dremel the chassis to allow more suspension travel.

g0202180

06-02-2007, 09:04 AM

I made some cuts on the bumper brace and raised the suspension. you can check my other thread that i post here: http://www.rctech.net/forum/showthread.php?t=114013

I think i'll post some thread in this forum too. ;)

what mods did you do to rally it?

KaE

06-02-2007, 12:01 PM

TT-01D
http://i50.photobucket.com/albums/f344/kiatchun/RC/tt01_1.jpg

what motor are you running?
very nice and clean car.

TT-01 Mamba

06-02-2007, 01:39 PM

OK thanks.

juntom10

06-03-2007, 09:30 AM

what motor are you running?
very nice and clean car.
i think that is a yokomo pro stock2 motor..

rx2

06-03-2007, 01:04 PM

You're right. It's a little Yokomo Pro Stock II (17T) :D

It's not the fastest, but it gets me to drift, when I change the tires, hehe..

GA Maxx

06-04-2007, 04:32 PM

You're right. It's a little Yokomo Pro Stock II (17T) :D

It's not the fastest, but it gets me to drift, when I change the tires, hehe..

Very interesting equipment you have in the back ground of your Pics ;)

Have you any experience with Lipo?

raffaelli

06-04-2007, 08:09 PM

Anyone know how to get 28mm foam tires on the car and keep the rims from rubbing the lower screw hinge pin?

rx2

06-04-2007, 10:06 PM

Very interesting equipment you have in the back ground of your Pics ;)

Have you any experience with Lipo?

unfortunately not. LHS dont stock them :confused:
btw.. I am looking for Lipos too.

GA Maxx

06-05-2007, 06:40 PM

rx2

06-05-2007, 08:12 PM

Woaah.. nice nice.... :D I wish we're staying nearby, so can go track :wave:

Oh... I found this for your perusal ;)
http://www.vxrracing.com
check out their LiPos. They've got 7.4V power packs. I checked my LHS, but they dont carry stock.

btw.. what bodyshell do u hav for this chassis? I am using a Subaru 05 bug for drift, and Honda NSX Arta for speeding. (Bodyshell photo coming up).

GA Maxx

06-06-2007, 05:56 PM

I've got quite a few more parts on order ;)

I wish that too, Would be cool :)

Thanks for the Site I will research :D

I'm running the 05 Blob Eye Shape Impreza STi-8, Painted Pearl white :D The price of a Tamiya body in the uk is only £15 cheaper than a TT01 kit, So I am buying a TT01 R34 GTR kit next :D

leoboy254

06-06-2007, 09:36 PM

hey guys, if anyone saw todays new mythbusters episode, big rig myths, Adam built a tt01 for one of the small scale tests, it was kinda cool. he didn't say what it was, but there is no doubt it was a tt01. the body looked like a silvia s15. just wanted to say this...

rx2

06-06-2007, 10:48 PM

leoboy254

06-07-2007, 01:16 PM

they tested:
-if a big rig tire blow out can kill a man
-if you can drive into the trailer of a truck at highway speed(tt01 used for this)
-if drafting behind a truck increase mpg(really cool)
i think thats it

rafaluk777

06-26-2007, 09:54 AM

Hi ALL
I have same bmw :) very nice car ":) i made my for drifting . have look and tell me what you think ?? :)
/Users/rafal/Desktop/23052007262.jpg

rafaluk777

06-26-2007, 09:55 AM

how can i show you my photos on the forum ??? tt 01

Jayboy

06-26-2007, 11:05 AM

Upload the picture from your computer to imageshack.us (http://imageshack.us), click the picture once uploaded to enlarge it, right click and choose 'properties', copy the URL of the image, press this...http://forums.radiocontrolzone.com/images/editor/insertimage.gif in the reply box , and paste the URL into the box that pops up...
...simple!

TT-01 Mamba

06-26-2007, 12:11 PM

What shocks can i get that will increase ground clearance to about .75/1"

rx2

07-03-2007, 12:18 AM

What shocks can i get that will increase ground clearance to about .75/1"

that's a HUGE clearance!!! haaa.. have you tried DF03 dampers?

TT-01 Mamba

07-03-2007, 04:11 AM

not yet, I am only 14 and am on a tight budget to convert it to rally. i need something that works. I'm going on holiday 1 month today and the garden just a load of rocks and compacted dirt. I might even be able to run it on the go kart track nearby.

I might just endup getting 60mm dampers from yeah racing and some buggy tyres. I might go to 65mm dampers.

evad1

07-07-2007, 07:30 PM

hi, i am new to on road cars but i do have a stadium truck. i was woundering if an type of 190mm will work on the tt-01. also what is the diffrence between the ralley tt-01 and the touring version if any.thanks for the help.

zueslilbuddy

07-07-2007, 10:22 PM

Pics of my lambo TT-01 pretty much bone stock just body, esc (Tekin no limits), and Drift tires, are only mods so far.
http://i92.photobucket.com/albums/l38/zues_lil_buddy/IMG_0453.jpg
http://i92.photobucket.com/albums/l38/zues_lil_buddy/IMG_0454.jpg
http://i92.photobucket.com/albums/l38/zues_lil_buddy/IMG_0455.jpg
http://i92.photobucket.com/albums/l38/zues_lil_buddy/IMG_0456.jpg
http://i92.photobucket.com/albums/l38/zues_lil_buddy/IMG_0457.jpg
What ya think guys?

juntom10

07-07-2007, 10:45 PM

looks great! :D

get some chrome wheels!!!

zueslilbuddy

07-08-2007, 01:14 AM

they are in the mail on they way lol
http://i92.photobucket.com/albums/l38/zues_lil_buddy/HPIM0208.jpg
thanks

ZeroRegret

07-15-2007, 11:25 AM

Heres some updated pics :)

http://i26.photobucket.com/albums/c144/CustomClio/DSC01572.jpg

http://i26.photobucket.com/albums/c144/CustomClio/DSC01571.jpg

http://i26.photobucket.com/albums/c144/CustomClio/DSC01570.jpg

Still waiting for new parts :D

You're using alloy cups to hold the prop shaft rite? What part # is that?

Another question... what's the difference between the trf shocks? I see the one that most people use which is the special blue one... and then there's a hard black one. Anyone know the difference?

zueslilbuddy

07-15-2007, 08:12 PM

I had to mod the rims to make them work with the bodys i run.
But the end results are pretty nice i think.
http://i92.photobucket.com/albums/l38/zues_lil_buddy/IMG_0499.jpg
http://i92.photobucket.com/albums/l38/zues_lil_buddy/IMG_0496.jpg
http://i92.photobucket.com/albums/l38/zues_lil_buddy/IMG_0494.jpg
http://i92.photobucket.com/albums/l38/zues_lil_buddy/IMG_0493-1.jpg
Man i wish i had a better camera :D

zueslilbuddy

07-15-2007, 08:17 PM

What shocks can i get that will increase ground clearance to about .75/1"
Dremel out the skid plate a little and that with the stock shocks will give you almost 1/4 inch more clearance than before dremeling.

juntom10

07-15-2007, 09:23 PM

i like the lamborgini body more :D

zueslilbuddy

07-15-2007, 09:37 PM

Ya me too it looks soooo cool drifting.
The skyline is nice but you see them drifting all the time.
Not every one drifts a $500,000.00 car :D

juntom10

07-15-2007, 09:47 PM

if you get much cooler wheels, that would be great :D (some off set wheels)

zueslilbuddy

07-16-2007, 09:21 PM

if you get much cooler wheels, that would be great :D (some off set wheels)
The rims i got were offsets but they wont work with the bodys i have without butchering the bodys.

evad1

07-16-2007, 09:36 PM

Will a 200mm body fit on the tt-01?

juntom10

07-16-2007, 10:36 PM

i think you can..but you will need + off set wheels for better look :D

evad1

07-22-2007, 07:01 PM

i just bought a tt-01 kit with the mercedes body so far so good. i was wandering i anybody usd the tires that came with the kit? if so did you put foam in them?

TT-01 Mamba

07-23-2007, 05:26 AM

i used the tyres that came with the kit and just put a bit of paper in them for foams. they work reasonably well but mine have just split so i need some new ones.

zueslilbuddy

07-23-2007, 05:40 AM

i got my tt01 and traded off the tires and rims for a different set of rims and drift tires lol.
Just recently bought a set of tamiya radials just to see what it was like.
I didnt put anything in the tires and they are very grippy and work quite well.

studysession

07-23-2007, 09:39 AM

I have a TT-01, find it to be a really nice quality car. I used to drive a FT TC3 and find this handles a lot better. So far only hop-ups are bearings and threaded shocks.

http://image.rcuniverse.com/forum/upfiles/52531/Dx67084.jpg
http://image.rcuniverse.com/forum/upfiles/52531/Ca80716.jpg
http://image.rcuniverse.com/forum/upfiles/52531/Ki20642.jpg
http://image.rcuniverse.com/forum/upfiles/52531/Yt61282.jpg
http://image.rcuniverse.com/forum/upfiles/52531/In27342.jpg

zueslilbuddy

07-23-2007, 04:36 PM

studysession

07-23-2007, 04:42 PM

:huh: you don't consider the brushless system a hopup :D

Funny -
Mine was a kit with no electronics at all and I usually always run brushless on all my RC's. Good stuff - That Hacker C40 6 Turn motor is insane. I know at some point the shaft will snap but until then just keep running and when it does then get an alloy shaft. LOL

I also have a Hacker C40 5 Turn motor that is currently in my 1/18 scale Micro RS4. Considering putting it in something else, but not sure what yet.

ZeroRegret

07-25-2007, 09:42 PM

studysession

07-26-2007, 10:32 AM

Why not get the blue ones from a TC3? They should fit.

ZeroRegret

07-26-2007, 10:28 PM

Why not get the blue ones from a TC3? They should fit.

Can any1 else confirm that they fit?

studysession

07-27-2007, 07:44 PM

Can any1 else confirm that they fit?
I tried them today and they do not fit. The ones I used were the blue wheel hex's from the TC3 Team Factiry kit. It was worth a try. :huh:

GA Maxx

07-28-2007, 12:28 PM

The3 hubs are GPM hence the discolouration :(

I'm now running a Nova k3.5R Turn brushless :D But UK has had terrible weather. I'm going to hook up my GPS at some point. I've neglected the TT01 slightly as I've been building a Blinged out E-Savage :D

ZeroRegret

07-28-2007, 10:55 PM

Are the tie-rods and adjustable upper arms worth getting? They seem hard to set. As for universals... I think I'm just gonna get them for the front. If so what parts do I need altogether? Cups, one way and the universal shafts themselves? Another thing is Ga Maxx... where did you get your wheels from?

evad1

08-05-2007, 12:18 AM

How do you make the tt-01 lighter but be able to keep the interaty of the chassis? a buddy of mine has a losi xxx-s and the weight diff is very noticable. i under stand the chassis are diffrent and that the xxx-s chassis is graphite. we were racing with the some moter same type batterys and he would slowly leave me. thanks

jake

adamzty

08-06-2007, 03:39 PM

best way to make it lighter...I would say get lithium polymer batteries, those are lighter and they give you more power...

ZeroRegret

08-07-2007, 03:51 AM

Yea... any1 know whether the tie-rods and adjustable upper arms are worth getting? They adjust the camber rite? Are they essential?

baggy798

08-09-2007, 03:16 PM

Anyone ever broke one of the plastic drive shafts or cups? Or has anyone attempted to replace these parts with generic Tamiya parts? (from TL01, TB01, etc.)

howielong

08-12-2007, 02:25 PM

Hello gang. I just picked up a TT-01 kit. Pretty much for the body.

Yup thats right, just for the body. Anyway the chassis will remain stock. Going to convert it into a rally chassis. Might put on my old TA03F oil shocks on it. Maybe a better motor or something.

Here are some photos real quick.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v326/StevenCole/Whats%20In%20The%20Box/DSC_0244.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v326/StevenCole/Whats%20In%20The%20Box/DSC_0255.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v326/StevenCole/Whats%20In%20The%20Box/DSC_0260.jpg

All photos straight from camera. No editing at all but resize and boarder.

TT-01 Mamba

08-13-2007, 10:22 AM

3racing are comming out with a new graphite conversion set for the tt-01. this might make it lighter.

dazgreen

08-13-2007, 08:13 PM

new tt-01 enzo
got TLU 01 and 02 looks great under braking as both back lights go bright and dim in forward or revese
thnking about other lights

ZeroRegret

08-14-2007, 12:13 AM

I have the LED kit as well but I'm too lazy to install it. Trying to set up my TRF shocks. I didn't get any new springs so running the medium yellow ones all around right now. I didn't know which oil to get but the guy at my LHS suggested that I get the hard oil. I have the pink 1 up front and blue 1 in the back. Running 3 hole pistons all around. I haven't had a chance to test it yet but not sure if I have them set up properly. Are you supposed to fill the oil completely to the top or have a bit of space? One more thing... what's the easiest way to install the tamiya ball connectors. Which tool is the best to use?

M52 POWER

08-18-2007, 09:19 PM

XXWoodmanXX

08-18-2007, 09:36 PM

Oooooooooooooooooooooooooooo....

BMW E30 body *drools*

I gotta get myself one of those again

juntom10

08-18-2007, 11:41 PM

ooooh nice..

tt-01 handle brushless?

i'm thinking of buying tt-01r..

i have a mamba max 6900 system now..

studysession

08-21-2007, 08:16 AM

ooooh nice..

tt-01 handle brushless?

i'm thinking of buying tt-01r..

i have a mamba max 6900 system now..

Yes they do. :D

http://image.rcuniverse.com/forum/upfiles/52531/Ki20642.jpg
http://image.rcuniverse.com/forum/upfiles/52531/In27342.jpg

GA Maxx

08-26-2007, 08:08 AM

WOW everyone going brushless witha TT01 now! I thought I'd be the only one when i did it back in 04 lol!

My wheels are HPI Te37's. Same as the Rays VOLK TE37 wheels popular in the Japaneese turning circuit.

Any pics of the 3 racing conversion?

youngage

08-27-2007, 03:05 AM

ok i am a beginner just deciding between a TA05 kit or a tt01r?

what do you all think?

juntom10

08-27-2007, 10:23 AM

if you prefer racing than bashing. ta-05 is better

ta-05 is belt driven

tt-01 is shaft driven.

so tt-01 is good all round car.

can do some rally

buy both!

youngage

08-27-2007, 11:21 AM

parkinglot driving i want to drift as well not just race

with lots of hopups

juntom10

08-27-2007, 11:40 AM

go with tt-01..

lots of hop ups..

and great car for drift...

and some tt-01 has drift version.

youngage

08-27-2007, 11:41 AM

should i get the R verson or just stick with the simple stock version?

juntom10

08-27-2007, 11:42 AM

R version is good

but you will need to get body, and drift tires for that.

juntom10

08-27-2007, 11:44 AM

and also need electronic speed controller(other tt-01 have esc)

cause R version has faster motor which is GT motor(25t)

so stock esc can not handle that. so they doesn't include the esc for R version.

youngage

08-27-2007, 11:49 AM

ok so if i get a whole set for tt01r with esc and body and all that

exluding the radio gear how much would it cost?

juntom10

08-27-2007, 11:52 AM

without radio..

you will need

tt-01R + body + drift tires + wheels for drift tires + ESC + Batteries + Servo(but it is included if you buy radio..) + deans plug
i think that's it.
price is....really different depends on what esc, servo, and battery you want to buy.

youngage

08-27-2007, 12:17 PM

do you think it will be under 350? with radio?

juntom10

08-27-2007, 03:46 PM

i will make a list for you. wait :D

juntom10

08-27-2007, 03:51 PM

these are what i made..from towerhobbies.
Stock Number Manufacturer and Product Description ITEM NOTE Order Qty Ship Qty Back Order Qty Price Each Remove From Cart
LXKSG3 Tamiya Racing Car TT-01R Chassis Kit
Accessories Needed
1 134.99
LXERB5 Epic 6-Cell 7.2V 3000mAh NiMH Sport Battery Pack

1 18.99
LXTX45 HPI Nissan Skyline R34 Body 190mm

1 20.99
LXKX39 W.S. Deans 2-Pin Ultra Plug
Qty Discount Available
1 3.09
LXASX463 Futaba 2PH 2-Channel AM/1 S3003/1 MC230CR 63
Accessories Needed
E 1 79.99
LXCLD5 DuraTrax Piranha AC/DC Digital Peak Charger NiCd/NiMH
Qty Discount Available
1 49.99
Sub-Totals: In-Stock Items: $308.04

tt-01r kit + futaba radio(include transmitter, servo, receiver, and esc) + body(you can pick different one) + one battery(you can get more than one if you want) + digital peak charger + deans plug

and you can add drift tires, wheels and spray can for your body.

youngage

08-27-2007, 04:35 PM

lol u sure that esc can handle the motor is that radio package anygood?

and will the battery last long? i want like 30 minutes outta the car:) each run

and whats the 2 pin plug for?

juntom10

08-27-2007, 06:53 PM

lol u sure that esc can handle the motor is that radio package anygood?

and will the battery last long? i want like 30 minutes outta the car:) each run

and whats the 2 pin plug for?

yes. that esc can handle the motor.
if you want better one, i can recommand some..

and run time is really different depends on your drivin style, motor, esc, etc..

i suggest you to have more than 2 batteries.

and those plugs are good because can handle more electricity..so many people using them.

stock plug could melt someday..

youngage

08-27-2007, 09:58 PM

does the esc affect the performance of the vehicle? if so please do reccomend a better one.

i would like some good batteries ^ those good?

2 pin plug? its like just go to the store and ask for a 2 pin plug?

adamzty

08-27-2007, 10:04 PM

of course it effects the preformance of the car!!!!! If you have a lower turn motor you will have to have a esc that can handle more amps.....and you need a brushless esc for a brushless motor.

and some have brake, and reverse....

and you can add drift tires, wheels and spray can for your body.or you could get a airbrush and give it a really cool paintjob :D but rattle cans are a lot less expencive...

R version is Race, D version is Drift

youngage

08-27-2007, 10:15 PM

lol R version is more tempting to get because it has better parts. also if i want to drif it i just lock the rear differentials...

also whats the lowest turn motor? and would that radio package juntom told me to get be good enought for it? i want a really hardcore motor

and i am not a very artistic person, so i will get an airbrush maybe later but for now i will get a midnight black skyline :)

juntom10

08-27-2007, 10:17 PM

if you want..super fast..

go brushless..
motor + esc is about $200

youngage

08-27-2007, 10:31 PM

no not super fast i want a brushed motor.

but the best one there is and how much, and that radio package (radio, servo, and esc) is it enuff to handle the best brush motor? or one thats better than the motor that comes with the tt01r?

also what are the first ups i shoudl get for the tt01r or should i just keep everything that comes with it and get used to it?

adamzty

08-27-2007, 10:47 PM

radio, reciever, and servo has nothing to do with motor/esc, so yes that radio setup will work just fine

youngage

08-27-2007, 10:52 PM

oh ok sweet. thanx oh wait but doesnt the esc come with motor?>...so i was wondering if the esc can handle the motor if again, it has nothing to do with it then nvm thancks

juntom10

08-27-2007, 11:19 PM

i think there are 5t or 6t brushed motor out there.

but you will need to replace the brushes each 3~4 runs

and need to cut the commutator..

so..my suggestion is..

try GT motor which is included in tt-01r package..

then..try other motor...

youngage

08-27-2007, 11:22 PM

i have to maintaint the brush motors every 5 runs? damn!

with what? and how?

juntom10

08-28-2007, 01:08 PM

yes...especially for lower turn motors...

need to change brushes(about 3~ bucks per pari)

need to clean comutator etc..

youngage

08-28-2007, 02:25 PM

youngage

08-28-2007, 03:25 PM

and how do i attach the 2 pin plugs?

my friend just got a TL01 . is it better than the TT01?

and please answer the ^ questions

juntom10

08-28-2007, 06:16 PM

tt-01 is a newer version.

and i think if you get 2~3 packs of battery(higher than 3000mah one)

you can run more than 1 hour...

juntom10

08-28-2007, 06:17 PM

and for the plug, just cut the stock one, and solder the deans plug..... that's easy..if you tried some soldering..

adamzty

08-28-2007, 06:22 PM

tt-01 is a newer version.

and i think if you get 2~3 packs of battery(higher than 3000mah one)

you can run more than 1 hour...

With the stock motor?? Because with the stock motor, I get 30-45 minute run time with a IB 3800 pack.....

juntom10

08-28-2007, 06:26 PM

tt-01r's stock motor is faster one...

which means...use more electricity.

but apporx 30min of runtime with 3000~4000mah batts..

adamzty

08-28-2007, 06:28 PM

lol i am prolly gonna get errthing juntom listed but just a better battery proly and more than one.
also thats all i need right?

and please do list out every single thing need to build the car, i mean everything, even paints and stuff needed to paint. thanx

We have told you numerous times what all you need.....Please read my post this time...

Car
Batteries
Radio w/reciever and servo
Paint (spray cans)
Screw drivers
Hex Keys
Hobby Knife
CA Glue

Thats all you NEED to use the car...Looks like you want a better motor tho, so that would be all...(if the kit comes with a ESC)

juntom10

08-28-2007, 06:30 PM

GT motor is faster than other tt-01's motor.

adamzty

08-28-2007, 06:32 PM

tt-01r's stock motor is faster one...

which means...use more electricity.

but apporx 30min of runtime with 3000~4000mah batts..

oh, I didnt know the TT01D had a better motor... But I am impressed with the run times...I have had nitro cars/trucks before and this was my first electric and I put the battery in and ran it for 40 mins...thats a lot to me because I only get like 15 mins/tank with nitro. BTW - the stock motor is fine for drifting IMO...

juntom10

08-28-2007, 06:33 PM

ah..

stock tt-01 has silver can

TT-01D has Black sport tuned motor which is better than silver can

TT-01R has GT motor which is better than Black sport tuned motor.

adamzty

08-28-2007, 06:35 PM

Yep...my TT01 has a silver can, but I find it just fine for drifting, and its nice because it uses less electricity = longer run times:D:D:D

youngage

08-28-2007, 09:28 PM

so my car would get 30 minutes or around that of run time with 4300 mah batteries?

also whats better NI-CD or NI-MH or...anything else?

XXWoodmanXX

08-28-2007, 10:11 PM

Just curious as to why you're looking to yield a 30 min. runtime. Are you entering it in some R/C endurance challenge? lol

If you're just lookin to bash with it, it would be best to just meet somewhere in the middle when it comes to runtime vs. motor. I just feel you'll thank yourself for getting a decent 19T stocker, than trying to entertain yourself with a silver can Johnson motor, just to squeeze a few more min. out of some pricey batteries.

If it was ME? I'd much rather have a decent 19T + a few 3300's than a silver can motor and shell out some serious $$$ for a matched 4500. If you shop around, you'll find that my choice can be cheaper, too. ;)

Besides, how hard is it to change a battery? ;)

Just my $0.02 :cool:

youngage

08-29-2007, 08:32 AM

how much are 3300 mah ones and is NIMH better or NICD or something else?

juntom10

08-29-2007, 09:51 AM

depends on the brand, and matched or not.

also... there are no NICD batteries which has high capacity..

i think the maximum capacity of NICD battery is 2200...?

so you will need to get NIMH batteries.

youngage

08-29-2007, 02:22 PM

radio, reciever, and servo has nothing to do with motor/esc, so yes that radio setup will work just fine

but the esc comes with the radio....?

can that esc still handle the motor, i am assuming yes

juntom10

08-29-2007, 03:10 PM

yesyesyes

that esc can handle upto 20 turn motor

so can handle easily the GT motor which is 25turn

youngage

08-29-2007, 04:33 PM

ok

and is the tt01r discontinued or is it still out, bc i went to another lhs today and he said they were discntinued....?

XXWoodmanXX

08-29-2007, 04:58 PM

They're still in production. Once again, seems as if the the knowledge coming out of LHS's equals their pay rate, which is minimal.

Anywho, are you looking for a "sport" ESC (reversible) or a mid-grade forward/brake ESC? Either way, a decent one will only run you about $40 used.

youngage

08-29-2007, 10:46 PM

well 1. i dont know the difference.

2. whats better for me? i am a beginner and just want to drive around the lot and chase away geese

3. i am guessing sport is better than mid grade since it can reverse?

TT-01 Mamba

09-04-2007, 02:27 PM

Digging up a post far back but what speeds do people get with 6T motors. Also do they overheat alot?

GA Maxx

09-08-2007, 12:04 PM

I'd imagine a 6 would overheat as there is no way to gear it sensibly!

mailboxck

09-09-2007, 09:19 AM

Joined my first ever race yesterday. I've been into r/c's for more than ten years but this is the only time i have the budget and time to go racing. Anyhoo...I joined the stock touring class of my tamiya asian championships. The rules basically are, use the stock mabuchi motor, the teu101bk esc and tamiya battery packs in a tt01 chassis. And lastly, you have to use either the racing slicks, radial or semi-slick tires of tamiya.

Gladly, in a grid of 5-6 people, i finished a respectable third. My driving was ok but the car was not set up that well. I was using a F430 body w/o a wing and my car weight was just a hairline above the minimum of 1450g. I just have to set up my car better next time and fix up my driving.

Anyway, here's the vid of the race (i'm using the car with the red/green/white colors). The guys who finished 1st and 2nd are young guys who are going next week to taiwan for the asian championships.

http://one.revver.com/watch/389857
http://one.revver.com/watch/389883

Drift Demon

09-09-2007, 11:27 PM

Still a work in progress to get it where i want it but this is what I have so far

Tamiya
TT-01D (dubbed drift weapon/DW)
61, 58, 55 spur
19, 20, 21, 24, 25 pinion
61/19 gearing (great with BL)
ball diff set in the front (Loose)
universal assembly shaft front
ball diff cup joint for universal shaft
gear diff cup joint for universal shaft
alloy racing steering set
alloy steering link
4mm clamp type wheel hubs
metal motor mount
carbon upper frame
TB EVO IV lightweight propeller shaft (need to modify cup joints to fit)
TRF special damper set - hard black coating

Square
drift setting kit (diff locker in rear, TRFs filled with #200 oil)
carbon battery holder
rear carbon bumper plate
fluorine coated front suspension arm balls
carbon tower bar x 2
alloy center cup joint
alloy battery posts

Tobee craft
lightweight alloy prop shaft
universal assembly shaft rear
alloy 0.6 module 19T pinion

Hobbysave
alloy front lower arm set
alloy rear lower arms

GPM
front & rear alloy knuckle arms

Acer Racing
Ceramic nitride pro series bearings

Mamba Max 4600 brushless system (4600 shown, vortex 7.5 motor coming soon)
Team orion carbon edition 3200 race spec lipo (venom hi-volt plug)
Swallow 2 AC/DC charger (deans ultra plug)
Speedway Pal Slidemaster 37R white, black titanium & matt bronze 7mm offset with PE tyres
Spektrum DX2.0 DSM 2ch surface radio system

Piccies - taken before spektrum fitted!

http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f275/dori_demon/000_0739.jpg

http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f275/dori_demon/000_0738.jpg

http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f275/dori_demon/000_0740.jpg

http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f275/dori_demon/000_0741.jpg

http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f275/dori_demon/000_0742.jpg

Pubert

09-11-2007, 11:59 AM

Venom Fireball 21d Motor
Hitec HP-2RNB Receiver
Mtroniks Viper RV15 Electronic Speed Controller
Futaba Steering Servo
7.2v NiMH 4300mAh Rechargeable Battery
Ball Bearing Set
Aluminium Propeller Shaft
Aluminium Motor Heat Sink
Metal Motor Mount
Carbon Upper Frame
Toe-In Rear Uprights
Aluminium Bumper Stopper
Turnbuckle Tie-Rod Set
Adjustable Upper Arm Set
Stabilizer Set (Front and Rear)
GPM Oil Dampers
Ball Differential Set
Aluminium Racing Steering Set
Aluminiun Steering Link
4mm Aluminum Flange Lock Nuts (Blue)...lol
Lightweight Differential Ball Set
22T & 23T AV Pinion Gear Set
Spur Gear Set (55T/58T)
Ball Diff Cup Joint
Universal Shaft (Rear)

http://i27.photobucket.com/albums/c181/Pubet/DSC03862.jpg

CarterTG

09-12-2007, 06:32 PM

Tamiya Kit #58393
BMW Z4 M Coupe

http://www.tamiya.com/english/news/news0710/images/58393_l.jpg (http://www.tamiya.com/english/news/news0710/news1.htm#58393)

If I'm not mistaken, the real-life car has a shorter wheelbase than normal cars. When Tamiya approached this issue with the #58240 (Z3) M roadster, they used the M-04L chassis (239mm wheelbase). With this Z4 M coupe, they're using a longer TT-01 chassis with some sort of change:

"features modified wheelbase for a more realistic look"

I'll take this to mean they could be using suspension arms angled toward the center. We'll see as deets emerge.

mailboxck

09-16-2007, 09:19 AM

swannco

10-28-2007, 10:06 PM

Anybody got a good source to buy body mounting posts? I want to switch back and forth b/w several bodies, but need different height posts. I know, I know, it would be easier just to leave them full length, but it looks hack. :roll2:

69cam327

12-21-2007, 06:22 PM

I been thinking about buying one of these to get back into r/c and turn it into a drift car.

theibault

01-20-2008, 12:56 AM

g0202180

02-18-2008, 10:46 PM

TT-01 fitted with high downforce GT wing at a speed test road site using MM5700. Did some drifting on a small asphalt area as well. Was pretty good how the ABS tires held up. The speeding down the road was more fun though! Sounded like a plane. lol.

Was pretty damm fast. Now what will happen if i strap it on my scooby rally style..

As you can see the TT-01 chassis has been modified for rally already. Sitting with quite a lot of ground clearance. :p

Drift setup with ABS tires
http://img206.imageshack.us/img206/3609/dscf0001sq5.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

http://img407.imageshack.us/img407/1568/dscf0011dm7.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

Speed Test set up
http://img208.imageshack.us/img208/1184/dscf0035ea2.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

High ground clearance
http://img206.imageshack.us/img206/6904/dscf0041th4.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

Studio shots?

http://img407.imageshack.us/img407/4281/p1010012ua0.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

Nice ass!
http://img407.imageshack.us/img407/1043/p1010018hw8.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

The Dark Knight - Nice silhouette!
http://img208.imageshack.us/img208/5118/p1010048ge3.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

Two vids to share.

Quite fast!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UHz3fkU8rQE

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NgcpmZNfUDU

daveyboy1985

02-21-2008, 07:38 AM

HI

I think i may need your help, as your car looks pretty impressive. I am quite new to all this rc stuff. I have a tt01 and have done the following

alum prop shaft
oil filled suspenseion
unlimted speed control unit
and a 19 turn motor

reason i need help is it seems to have got a lot slower putting the speed controller in when was on the standard control unit was much faster .... any recommendations ?????

Jiffycake

02-23-2008, 09:32 PM

Hey, I'm a newbie wanting to get into the hobby. I've driven my friends nitro traxxas with an upgraded OS engine many times. It seems really fun. I've also driven another rc car when I was about 12. I believe this was a tt-01. It had a blue calsonic nissan skyline body.

I was wondering what I should buy. I want to do rally and maybe some drift. I heard the tt-01 has a very good after-market and it is reasonably priced. How much should I expect to spend to bring a car up to running condition from a new kit?

I would like to build my car from a kit but I wouldn't mind buying something off ebay that is RTR if it is cheaper than a kit with no electronics. I can't seem to find any solid Stickies anywhere on suggestions. I'm just asking for suggestions and the various chassis and kits and what you think I should purchase to break into the hobby, Thanks.

Jiffycake

02-29-2008, 03:41 PM

bump

swannco

02-29-2008, 11:41 PM

jiffycake,

buy a tt01. you can get a basic kit for $79 off tower hobbies [subaru wrc ralleye body-unpainted] or you could buy a rtr for a bit more if you want. you can make it a drifter, a basher, a blinged out shelf queen or whatever you want.

they aren't worth a hoot for competitive racing, but neither is a brand new driver, so it would allow you to get started and you could make up your mind what to get next if you want to race seriously later. its a way to see what you like to do and is good enough to learn on.

tt01 drift kits come w/ plenty of goodies and you could just change the tires and raise the shocks for a bit of mild ralleye. plenty of options. i think the drift kit can come rtr too, but not sure.

drift kits come with most of the goodies you want; sport tuned motor, ball bearings, oil shocks and aluminum prop-shaft, plus the drift tires. buy an extra set of wheels and some ralleye block tires and knock yourself out.

if you get into racing you might want to look at a ta05. but i'm not sure i'd ralleye that car, or drift it either, but you could try it i guess?

good luck

Jiffycake

03-01-2008, 04:40 PM

thanks

Is the tt-01D a different chassis from the tt-01 or does it just have different parts?

adamzty

03-01-2008, 05:49 PM

tt-01D is the exact same as the tt-01, but it includes some hop-ups for drifting and the tt-01R includes hop ups for racing, but same chassis

swannco

03-05-2008, 12:03 PM

the D chassis comes with some hop up goodies as stock equipment such as: oil shocks, sport tuned motor, ball bearings, aluminum propshaft, heatsink, and drift tires. Some models come with working lights. i think they also have adjustable suspension arms.

the R chassis is about the same but comes with GT motor and racing slicks, no lights and usually some extra spur gear combinations. usually comes with no body.

either one is a great buy just to get all the goodies you probably are going to buy separately anyway if you buy a standard kit. i would probably buy the tt-01D and one set each of treaded and slick tires, and then you have all the options!!! drift, bash, race! w00t.

diffusedmind

03-09-2008, 12:46 AM

Concerning installing ball bearings on a stock TT-01, where do all the bearings go? I've found the four wheels have bushings, then both ends of the driveshaft. Any other spots that need replacing?

swannco

03-09-2008, 09:31 PM

4x on wheels-outside the wheel uprights, 4x on axles-inside the wheel uprights, 1x on spur gear end of prop shaft, 3x inside diff on spur gear end of prop shaft, 4x inside front end diff

i think that's it.

g0202180

03-24-2008, 08:41 PM

Get the TT-01E

Its the updated version.

tt-01D is the exact same as the tt-01, but it includes some hop-ups for drifting and the tt-01R includes hop ups for racing, but same chassis

g0202180

03-24-2008, 08:45 PM

Had been raining the past couple of days anyways..couldn't find a nice place at SK to run the DF-03. Was at Farmway scouting, all covered up now..with just a small little patch at the end still maybe bashable..but a lot of stray dogs...the local FW dogs...anyway...

However...more videos and pictures of my basher.... Just to share.

Man..real fast this time!

Can do power skids as if its on ABS drifting on asphalt using radials.

Still sounding like plane..or rocket. lol.

Vid 1
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cEWF2dAJuVw

This is what happened after the 1st run. good thing i brought spares. Check out the thick fat wires to handle the current.

http://img183.imageshack.us/img183/7938/enzospeedtestsk10nl8.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

http://img183.imageshack.us/img183/8927/enzospeedtestsk11sd8.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

11 cells test (After the tires got ripped up...on the heavier side...)
http://img183.imageshack.us/img183/3692/enzospeedtestsk9ur8.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

12 cells test
http://img183.imageshack.us/img183/5736/enzospeedtestsk12se7.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

And after a couple of packs, the screws on holding the motor came loose. I noticed that using the MM causes screws to get real loose by themselves..must use thread lock...oh well.

Car went so fast it was drifting to a side...then it happened, the big flip, skid for almost 20m on its top and this is how it looks after.... but still..nothing broke! cool. :D

http://img237.imageshack.us/img237/8421/enzospeedtestsk2id5.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

Still looks sweet. ;)

TamiyaRacer69

04-19-2008, 06:09 PM

Mamba Max 5700
21T pinion
HPI Belted Tires
HPI Wheels
Futaba Heading Hold Gyro (from my helis )
Maxamps Lipo 5000HV 3S 11.1V Pack
Lots of 3Racing hopups
Tamiya hopups (mostly driveline; ball diffs, etc)
Tobee CV's front/rear

It's very fast, still waiting for maxamps batt. in the mail. The car did 74mph on less than half the power output I'll have with the new maxamps pack. I'm shooting for 85+.

http://img143.imageshack.us/img143/7888/pic0119bf4.jpg

http://img169.imageshack.us/img169/5497/pic0121or8.jpg

http://img525.imageshack.us/img525/760/pic0125vo2.jpg

NICE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Hi all. Been awhile since I was here last, well at least posting in the DT-02 thread. Well I knew it had to happen, I gave in to the TT-01 drifting voices and got me one. Had to go for the BMW, as the Wife and I own a 92 318i. I've got 3 BMW bodys, a 318 like our 1/1 scale, this one, and there's a M3GTR in the paint shop, (my model room) Running a Tamiya RZ, Futabe ESC, alloy driveshaft, full bearings, and LED's kit. Hop-ups will follow as I can afford them. Blue alloy as far as the eye can see. Body posts will be cut down after the M3 GTR body goes on.

L8R
Del