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Anyone Got An Rc Mini?

Started by mr_bridger , May 15 2010 06:46 PM

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#106 megamini_jb

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Posted 27 April 2011 - 07:40 PM

I want to get a Tamiya mini >_< Ive been having a look and seen different ones like M-01, M-05.... what is the difference between them? also is it easy to make your own shell as i would love to make lil model of my minis :) hehe

is this a good one?..... Tamiya mini

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#107 Tupers

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Posted 16 August 2011 - 09:58 PM

I've finally managed to get my hands on a red M&S Mini to go with my blue one.

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Anyone got a white M&S Mini they want to sell me? ;D

#108 Mad_Rich

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Posted 23 August 2011 - 11:38 PM

Any one got one for sale going cheap?

#109 ChrisG10

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Posted 24 August 2011 - 10:56 AM

i got one not used it for years tho. even got a brand new shell in box waiting for it

very old battered shell

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new shell

hasn't actually moved under its own power since i bought this

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and all 3 shells

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not sure what to do with the brand new shell, keep it for when i need it or sell it on

Hahah the broken shell looks like the real thing.. When there not looked after by an owner!

#110 Blofeld

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Posted 24 August 2011 - 12:36 PM

have an M&S, Tamiya and Mardave Minis. Not used them in a while though. Also have a knacked old Tamiya Grasshopper and Willys Jeep aka 'Wild Willy' Am I showing my age??

Love the Countyman Shell and the colour!! Great work...

#111 danboy

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Posted 24 August 2011 - 09:51 PM

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heres mine

#112 m0useYy

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Posted 24 August 2011 - 09:56 PM

What's the difference between Tamiya M-05 and M-03??

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Posted 26 August 2011 - 11:24 PM

What's the difference between Tamiya M-05 and M-03??


They have different chassis designs. The M-05 has a lower centre of gravity and rear mounted servo for example. They also have different suspension geometry (am I sounding a bit geeky? :) ).

By all accounts I have heard that the M-03 is just as good, really and considerably cheaper.

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Posted 24 September 2011 - 06:48 PM

Got myself one now for abit of a bargin of ebay. Already ive lowered it and brought a new shell (blue one) Sorry about the image size.
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#115 mr cooke

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Posted 25 September 2011 - 04:57 PM

This is heavily based on my mini, but obviously, not a mini shell.

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I think the main features are there in essence.

needed getting dirty

#116 TA2DMAC

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Posted 25 February 2012 - 09:57 PM

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Posted 25 February 2012 - 10:09 PM

I want one!! How much do those Tamiya's cost?

#118 Bartje

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Posted 26 February 2012 - 12:09 AM

Hm, watching all tose RC Minis gave me inspiration to see if I can get my batteies to work again and try to start up my RC Mini again.. ;)

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Posted 26 February 2012 - 07:17 AM

TheTamiya M-05 is just the latest version. Not a whole lot of changes since the M-03 other then the steering setup.

You can find used ones or older model versions like the M-03 still in the box on ebay for a decent price. Balpark $90-150 US or about $60-80lb.

I picked up mine on craigslist for under $50.00, but I got a hell of a deal on that. The guy thought it was broken and he didn't tell me. He just said that it needed a new battery. Turns out it was wired incorrectly so his deception/stupidity was my gain.

Usually they come as a kit that you have to assemble yourself, but it's pretty simple. You can buy unpainted and painted kits.
The Mini Shells can be bought seperate as well, including a Monte Carlo Rallye version fully painted.

Also there are a ton of upgrades to make it handle better or go faster.

Edited by TA2DMAC, 26 February 2012 - 07:20 AM.

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Posted 26 February 2012 - 11:57 AM

looking for a fast charger, as I only have the basic Ansmann AC9 that came with the kit and it takes a whole day to do the job.

Can anyone recommend something?
Is the one on the link any good? it has some good reviews and great price!

http://www.modelspor...-products/37637
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