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[Bobby9779]

Hey all,

I am looking at getting the Tamiya mini kit. However as always am confused.

I am an R/C newbie. Does anyone know what I need to get it running (other than the kit).

Don't want to spend loads extra on top of the kit but don't want budget.

Specific items would help...all the "servo" talk and stuff is confusing.

Also looking at the kit, some sites say the kit is clear shell needs painting and some do not.

HELP PLEASE!!!

Russ

[bunch1980]

Hey all,

I am looking at getting the Tamiya mini kit. However as always am confused.

I am an R/C newbie. Does anyone know what I need to get it running (other than the kit).

Don't want to spend loads extra on top of the kit but don't want budget.

Specific items would help...all the "servo" talk and stuff is confusing.

Also looking at the kit, some sites say the kit is clear shell needs painting and some do not.

HELP PLEASE!!!

Russ

The kit would usually include a motor and Esc (electronic speed control) so you need a set of radio gear.
I would go for something like this http://www.modelspor...roduct_id=38190
They also have trigger type versions to.
Whilst a bit more expensive there is no worry of anyone else using same frequency as you etc and far more reliable.
This includes the reciever and one servo you need for the steering.
As for the body which kit do you have? do you know the tamiya 5 digit number?
most likely be clear shell painted from inside using polycarbonate paint etc,

Edited by bunch1980, 19 January 2011 - 11:32 AM.

[Bobby9779]

Just looking into what I need before I go out and buy.

Don't want to buy it and then have to order more stuff setting back when I get to play. Haha.

Russ

[bunch1980]

Know what you mean, you will also need a battery and charger for car and usually 8 aa's for transmitter.

I know tamiya usually do XB (expert built) models where its built and painted and has all in one box

older m-03 that i have that is fine really http://www.modelspor...roduct_id=23137

they dont appear to do m-05 XB yet!

[BoboGib]

If you find a local model shop, go in and they will have a deal which includes everything to get you up and running.

You will see a sign that says, Kit Price £xxx Deal Price £xxx.

The kit is just that, the car kit, the deal as just said, is everything to get you going, Car Kit, 1 battery, Slow Charger and radio gear.

[Bobby9779]

What is the difference between M03 and M05?, because a complete kit would be good.

Russ

[MiniLuke]

Know what you mean, you will also need a battery and charger for car and usually 8 aa's for transmitter.

I know tamiya usually do XB (expert built) models where its built and painted and has all in one box

older m-03 that i have that is fine really http://www.modelspor...roduct_id=23137

they dont appear to do m-05 XB yet!

I have never understood why they do an XB kit. A lot of the fun and satisfaction is building the thing in the first place in my opinion.

[bunch1980]

What is the difference between M03 and M05?, because a complete kit would be good.

Russ

Not a lot from what ive read on tamiya forums, unless you are racing etc. I knew the M05 was coming out but went for m03 as it
was cheaper.

[bunch1980]

Know what you mean, you will also need a battery and charger for car and usually 8 aa's for transmitter.

I know tamiya usually do XB (expert built) models where its built and painted and has all in one box

older m-03 that i have that is fine really http://www.modelspor...roduct_id=23137

they dont appear to do m-05 XB yet!

I have never understood why they do an XB kit. A lot of the fun and satisfaction is building the thing in the first place in my opinion.

I would never buy XB one, but for some peeps its easier or they dont have time to build and paint. I do have one of tamiyas XB painted 94' monte carlo bodies that
is amazing!
I love building the kits and tamiyas are some the best!

[h4wx1e]

building them is great and a big part of the fun you can have with these cars, i have bloody loads of tamiyas and kyosho buggys, was a hobbie for me befor i got my mini now she takes up all my spare time.

[ma11b]

i race the m-03 chassis and if your buying the kit (around £70) then you will need:

controller (either trigger or stick types) this kit will come with the controller a servo and reciver so nearly all the stuff needed. - i use a spektrum trigger controller 2.4ghz wireless

battery (7.2v battery pack) in arrangement of === so 2 cells in a line of three. there are many batteries out atm including lipo's

lipo's will last a lot longer but will need a lipo charger to regulate and charge the cells

a battery charger (to charge 7.2v)
8 aa batterys rechargeble
aa battery charger

kit comes with a motor and esc

tire glue
a few tools to put the car together (screwdrivers, knife)

and some polycarbonate paint

the shell comes with some stickers to cover the windows when spraying the shell
although the more expensive kit comes with a fully painted shell
and the m-03 can be brought to assemble or ready to go (charge batteries and go)

best bet if your a noobie is to join a forum or a club

whats your intention (bit of fun or racing)

i used to race on club level every fri night inside on carpet
we could have up to 10 mini's a night all running the same motor and it was a good laugh

there are a few model sites aswell:

modelsport
microtech-racing
al's hobbies

can just google model shops

hope that helps

[Bobby9779]

Yeah all has been helpful,

But I think I will this time round get XB, I do want to do my own, but I haven't got the time to build ATM but when I do I will be building and painting.

Cheers all,

Just got to flog my XBox now to fund my new hobby.

Russ

[Bobby9779]

Ok,

Got myself the Rally M03 mini XB.

Mega....thats about all I can say.

But the reason I didn't want to build my first one myself became apparent within 30seconds of playing when I have scuffed the wheels, rolled it, smashed the bumper, cracked the front end....you get the pic, it hit a few curbs and rolled a few times.

I will be building a new shell at some point (when I have got used to controls), where can you get the grill, bumpers etc, been looking but can't find anything other than blank shells.

Are there any decent bits out there, roof racks etc?

Russ

[Bobby9779]

Anyone?

[minim@t]

get on here:

http://www.tamiyaclub.com/

best place for all things Tamiya