Tag: Nissan
ABC Hobby #66122 Nissan Fairlady Z
by the wind on Mar.13, 2010, under RC News
Another good news for RC drifting from ABC Hobby bodyshell factory with the refined Nissan Fairlady Z.
This bodyshell has some additional detail touches compared to the previous release.
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source:abchobby
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
Ideal Customs: Nissan Cefiro A31
by the wind on Oct.09, 2009, under RC News
Great looking drift bodyshell but may not available widely. Enjoy!
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source:driftercentral
Nissan S15 Drift Culture Batik
by the wind on Oct.02, 2009, under Project1
Today, most Indonesian are wearing Batik -a traditional hand painted fabric- rooted hundreds of years back in Indonesian history. We spot this fine Nissan S15 bodyshell off Indo RC Forum, a new site dedicated for RC drifting in Indonesian language.
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source:IndoRC
HPI – Nissan 350Z Hankook
by the wind on Sep.17, 2009, under RC News
New bodyshell from HPI with Hankook livery, expected to be 200mm.
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source:hpiracing
ABC Hobby Nissan Skyline R30
by the wind on Aug.19, 2009, under RC News
Following new releases from Tamiya and HPI, ABC Hobby has come up with another RC drift bodyshell option in Nissan Skyline R30. It is definitely one to own if you’re Skyline aficionado, and although the vintage looks can’t really escape drifting projects and builds, tuning the theme and stuff such as many found in driftercentral. One thing we do notice about boxy sedan shells is that the shell is rather flimsy due to its shape setup.
We will be reviewing this bodyshell as soon as we get our hands on it, and hopefully we will include some howto, tutorials or tips and tricks, complete with accessories and addons.
Background Knowledge:
The names were brought into line with the home Japanese and worldwide markets with the launch of the R30 series in August 1981, which was built on a C31 Laurel platform. Unlike preceding generations, four and six-cylinder versions now shared a front end of the same length. The R30 was available as a two door hardtop coupe, a four door sedan, a five door hatchback (available only in the R30 generation) or a four door station wagon. In all, there were 26 variations of the R30 Skyline available.
All versions with the exception of the wagon were usually fitted with the four round tail lights that had become a regular feature to the Skyline’s design. The wagon was the ugly duckling of the range, having different tail lights, headlights and no turbo or 6-cylinder versions available – it more closely resembled a Nissan Sunny than a Skyline. The two door coupe had pillarless doors and the unusual feature of roll-down quarter windows for the rear seat passengers (a styling feature of the previous C10, C110 and C211 coupes), while four door versions all had traditional framed windows.
Notably, configurations of the R30 sold in Australia and New Zealand were missing the traditional hotplate tail lights, instead opting for more conventional styling.
Various engine configurations were available, initially ranging from the top of the line 103 kW SOHC 6-cylinder turbo L20ET to the 4-cylinder Z18S and 6-cylinder RD28 diesel versions at the other end of the scale. The all-new 16-valve DOHC FJ20 engine debuted in late 1981, and was the first 4-cylinder engine by any Japanese manufacturer to employ more than two valves per cylinder (see below). Some of the top spec models featured adjustable suspension dampers that could be adjusted while driving, this was another first for mass produced JDM vehicles. Nissan Glorias and Laurels also used the L series engines as well as some diesel (Laurel only) variants.
The R30 range was facelifted in August 1983 with various changes across the board; for example four wheel disc brakes were now standard issue, instead of being optional for lower-spec models. Trim specifications were revised and the 4-cylinder Z18S engine was replaced with the newer CA18E. Upgraded interior trim, new front and rear bumpers, door-mounted wing mirrors (replacing the old ‘hockey stick’ fender mirrors) and smoked tail lights rounded out the look.
RS
DR30 facelift Iron Mask front
Although making about the same power as the L20ET-powered GT-ES models, the version of the Skyline initially known as the 2000RS was released in October 1981 as more of a stripped-down lightweight racer, without as many luxury extras included (quoted curb weight was only 1130 kg). These were equipped with the naturally aspirated 4-valve per cylinder DOHC FJ20E engine generating 110 kW of power at 6000 rpm and 181 N·m of torque at 4800 rpm. The official Nissan chassis designation for all FJ20-powered models was DR30.
In February 1983 the DR30 range received a significant boost in performance with the introduction of the turbocharged FJ20ET engine in the 2000RS Turbo. Front brakes were also significantly upgraded to cope with the power increase. Now with 140 kW of power at 6400 rpm and 225 N·m of torque at 4800 rpm on tap, the FJ20ET enjoyed new-found prestige as the most powerful Japanese production engine of its era.
Nissan sought to elevate the status of the DR30 Skyline as their new flagship model in light of this success, and it received a generous amount of changes to distinguish it from lesser Skyline models in August 1983. Interior equipment was significantly upgraded to now include electric windows, air conditioning and power steering as standard; gone were the days of the spartan, stripped-out race interior with the increased curb weight of around 1250 kg. But by far the most striking change to the RS was the new unique front end treatment, nicknamed Tekamen (鉄仮面) or Iron Mask by fans for its distinctive look. The headlights were considerably slimmer, and instead of a conventional grille the bonnet now sloped down to two narrow slits above a facelifted front bumper and airdam.[10] Turbocharged FJ20ET models were renamed RS-X Turbo while the N/A FJ20E model retained the RS moniker. The 2000 prefix was dropped.
Further changes were made in 1984, most notably the addition of an intercooler, revised compression ratios and turbocharger exhaust housing to the FJ20ET powered model, now known as the RS-X Turbo C and increasing output to 151 kW of power at 6400 rpm and 245 N·m of torque at 4400 rpm.
FJ20ET Engine
DR30 RS-Turbo
To this day the FJ20-powered R30 Skyline remains a cult car both at home and overseas (there are still dedicated “one make” drag racing events for this model in Japan), and is credited with rejuvenating the Skyline brand in the early 1980s. It also paved the way for the eventual re-introduction of the legendary GT-R badge, markedly absent since the end of C110 Skyline production in 1973.
The RS achieved moderate success in Australian Touring car racing in the mid-1980s with Nissan winning the 1986 Australian Manufacturers’ Championship [11] and sharing victory in the 1987 Australian Manufacturers’ Championship with BMW.[12]
Models: (Japan)
* 1800TI – 1.8 L Z18S SOHC I4, 105 hp (77 kW), later models 1.8 L CA18S SOHC I4, 105 hp (77 kW)
* 2000TI – 2.0 L CA20E SOHC I4
* 2000TI – 2.0 L Z20E SOHC I4
* 280D GT – 2.8 L LD28 SOHC I6 Diesel
* 2000GT and Passage – 2.0 L L20E SOHC I6
* 2000GT Turbo, Passage and Paul Newman Version – 2.0 L L20ET turbo I6, 140 hp (103 kW, 206 N m)
* RS – 2.0 L FJ20E DOHC I4, 150 hp (112 kW, 181 N m)
* RS-X and RS-X Turbo C – 2.0 L FJ20ET DOHC turbo I4, 190 to 205 hp (140 to 151 kW, 225 to 245 N m)
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Tamiya GT-R33 (re-released)
by the wind on Aug.16, 2009, under RC News
So, Tamiya has finally re-release the most wanted bodyshell by RC drift community, the Nissan GT-R33 originally from TA01 kit Loctite livery. Even though it is a limited edition spare body set, we are very sure it will be a hit among option project lookers as well as collectors who may not even build or paint it.
Currently only available in Japan market, spotted via Yahoo site, the bodyshell is available as in the original state, that is without light bucket or any other addons. There was before, some tips that ABC Hobby is working on Street type Nissan GT-R33 bodyshell, beefing up their drifting line products. We also have reason to believe that HPI is in the same bandwagon, tuning their mold to release R33 before 2009 ends.
While these hearsay can’t be confirmed by respective parties, most of the time they emerge as true. We hope that bodyshells especially those which are street, which are meant for drifting market, should be accompanied with standard issue accessories as complete setup.
We look forward to reviews, as well as walkthru, howto, and tutorials, following this magnificent beast. Thankyou to sources of news namely from, driftercentral.com user SNPY.
Silvia v2 Final
by the wind on Aug.05, 2009, under Project1
added new drift competition liveries to the stock Nissan S15, experimented new CF method with more realism to scale. The original stock shell was painted fluorescent yellow a few years back when the first TA05 was released.
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Silvia v2
by the wind on Jul.14, 2009, under Project1
Here’s a bodyshell that has been in keep since late 2006, can’t or didn’t use because of bodypost holes no longer matched its modified TA05 chassis.
Don’t ask me why I am reluctant to make new holes…
With the v2 finished built, the opportunity to use this Nissan S15 just pop to the surface. Of course, ideally it should be refreshingly more pleasing to the eyes. Gunning for a new look, will be done by adding livery.
the candidate: Tamiya Nissan S15
update coming soon.
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