ABC Hobby Lexus LS460 Body Set
by the wind on Jan.13, 2010, under RC News
Reviews:
No doubt ABC Hobby is the most prominent RC drift powerhouse at the moment for producing desirable bodyshells compare to the likes of Tamiya, Yokomo and HPI.
Although Yokomo produced considerable few D1GP bodyshells, while Tamiya and HPI trailing at some distance behind with fewer JDM or drift originated; ABC Hobby consistently releasing various body set through out the last 2 years.
The Lexus LS460 will be the perfect candidate for VIP build or bippu project, as it also equipped with light bucket as standard option. Other accessories may also be incorporated to complete the whole setup. This bodyshell also has the potential choice for either a gracious drifting machine for demonstration or an aggressive one for competitions.
It all depends on how it can be put together with properly tuned chassis.
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Suzuki SX-4 New 2010 Fanta Orange Team
by the wind on Jan.09, 2010, under Howto, Project1, Techniques
things you love to do ..
and a little walkthru tutorials on the project.
Tamiya released this bodyshell as WRC SX-4 version complete with light buckets, rear spoiler and stuff but we figured why go boxart while we could try something fresh for the 2010, something fun as well.
Important note before we start, SX-4 is a semi short wheelbase (251mm).
Boxart Look
It doesn’t really relate to RC drift or drifting, but this cute and wide Tamiya Suzuki SX-4 bodyshell has all the ingredients for seriously fun setup like Fanta Orange soda drink scheme. With a little imagination, some tricks, addons and accessories we try to grab sweetness of the hobby on this build.
Started off with masking areas with lighter or different color than the predominant orange, we figured the layout as it goes.
Tips:
Unless you’re gunning for freeflow paint scheme, it would be better if you have well thought pre-emptive plan prior to laying down the masking. You could use sketches etc.
A little bit of art sense would help a lot in getting the whole bodyshell decorated without going overboard or showing too little. You could always do fine tuning in the end if you have some decals in mind.
so off we go to the spray paint lab.
Now what we want is candy orange as close as possible to the original color on the can.
Here’s the howto layer by layer as easy as abc:
- Anodize Silver 2x
- Translucent Red 1x
- Translucent Orange 2x
- Camel Yellow 3x
- White 3x
Do the same procedures but with different colors for other areas with masking removed.
- Word ‘Fanta’ use Anodize Silver overflow with Translucent Blue backed with silver
- Leaf use Anodize Silver with Translucent Green, also backed with silver
- Droplets use Anodize Silver with Translucent Orange backed with silver
Final seal we use Acrylic White and Black.
Reviews:
You may exercise other options or ways you think would yield better result, what we did was based on what bodyshell and paints we have at that moment.
Finished form coming up!
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Tamiya TRF416X Chassis
by the wind on Dec.24, 2009, under RC News
Reviews:
The TRF 416X was developed using race data recorded by our worldwide team drivers. The TRF 416 has won numerous races around the world and has become a very popular championship-winning machine. As a result, the worldwide demand for the TRF416 lead Tamiya to produce two additional production runs of the product, which sold out instantly. The new and improved setup of Tamiya TRF 416X will be a strong candidate at the 2010 IFMAR world championship.
Walkthru
Motor position has been shifted 1mm to center for optimum chassis balance.
Rear ball differential has been shifted 1.8mm towards the rear to improve rear traction and acceleration projection.
Wider front bulkhead attachment screw positions and a new lower deck shape enhance the chassis’ front rigidity.
The build features new carbon 2.25mm lower and 2mm upper decks for tuning.
Front pulley features a direct coupling while the center pulley also features a direct drive setup.
Newly designed parts such as lower and upper decks, rear drive belt, front and rear lower bulkhead, motor mount, center bulkhead, and motor mount support included.
Tips:
Requires bodyshell, R/C unit, battery, motor, pinion gear, tires, and wheels (sold separately).
Recommended Option Parts & Accessories
Item 53876 Aluminum Damper Retainer (1mm Down Type)
Item 54078 44mm Swing Shafts
Item 53170 Glass Tape (15mm x 25m)
Item 53970 Ball Diff Protective Seal
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source:tamiya, driftercentral
Yokomo DP-DP4 Super Plus
by the wind on Dec.04, 2009, under RC News
So here’s the nth version of Drift Package, blinged up with some hop ups, retailed between US$200-360
if you’re a Yokomo fan, add this to your collection. Currently available on Japan market only.
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source: yokomo
ABC Hobby Nissan Cedric
by the wind on Dec.03, 2009, under RC News
Recent bodyshell release from ABC Hobby, the Nissan Cedric.
Many hobbyist from RC drifting communities have regarded ABC Hobby bodyshells as 2nd grade.
We on the other hand disagree with that notion, as proven by this bodyshell, ABC Hobby has move a notch up to realism with detailed accessories and body lines.
For bippu lovers, this shell is definitely a good option for Christmas gift. Enjoy!
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source: ABC Hobby
ABC Hobby Genetic Naked RR
by the wind on Dec.03, 2009, under RC News
ABC Hobby improvement over the Genetic series.
Fine tuning of the existing Genetic now available on the new Naked (chassis only) RR kit from ABC Hobby.
Details of options may be viewed on these pictures.
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source:ABC Hobby
Tamiya CR Tuned Motor
by the wind on Dec.01, 2009, under RC News
You won’t be expecting that this motor is being used for drifting, just because it is 35T.
What??
Yes, although operating in low range rpm, this bugger is the best when executing low speed drift such as overdrive modification option in Japan.
Geared and tuned properly and you blow the competition away. Always something you never thought before…
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source: Tamiya
Tamiya #147142 DF-03 Ra Datsun 240Z
by the wind on Nov.27, 2009, under RC News
Another DF-03 Ra kit with Datsun 240Z bodyshell.
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source:Tamiya
Sensor vs Sensorless Brushless System
by the wind on Nov.08, 2009, under Reviews
Mainly on low budget side for RC drifting purposes, we will compare these two and see which would be the better choice, if any.
Although we won’t go too detail that will bore you to death, we will dig deep enough at least so that you could decide which option is best for your drift car, or your drift style for that matter.
Also if there is any settings/tune up needed for drifting.
Update coming soon.
Our Pick of the 2009 Japan Hobby Show
by the wind on Oct.12, 2009, under RC News
The icing of the cake of the 2009 Japan Hobby Show for us is this:
Item# 89920 – PS Pastel Gray- 100ml Spray Can
Item# 89922 – PS F60 Ferrari Red- 100ml Spray Can Limited Ed
nope not that one, fooled ya!
check this out JDM lovers…
Item# 54157
RC Touring Car Cockpit Set- Right Hand Drive
oh yeah… (rubbing our hands with glee)
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source:tamiya
Dirt Kick- ABC Hobby Lexus LS460 Body Set January 13, 2010
- Suzuki SX-4 New 2010 Fanta Orange Team January 10, 2010
- Tamiya TRF416X Chassis December 24, 2009
- Yokomo DP-DP4 Super Plus December 4, 2009
- ABC Hobby Nissan Cedric December 3, 2009
- ABC Hobby Genetic Naked RR December 3, 2009
- Tamiya CR Tuned Motor December 1, 2009
- Tamiya #147142 DF-03 Ra Datsun 240Z November 28, 2009
- Sensor vs Sensorless Brushless System November 8, 2009
- Our Pick of the 2009 Japan Hobby Show October 12, 2009
