Tag: Tamiya
Toyota Altis E120 Drift Conversion
by the wind on Jul.20, 2010, under Project1
Toyota Corolla E120 more widely known as Altis in South East Asia region is the best selling car of its time (2000-2005)
and continue to be the top contender of all times. This scale model is a fusion of popularity and off the edge imagination in RC drifting. There has been many conversion both in Japan, US, of non FR configuration for drifting. Such conversion famous to be successful namely are Team Orange’s old GDB, EVOs while on US soil, the TC Scion, etc.
With ASEAN flavours, this Altis Drift Conversion come to reality as pioneering catalyst for more conversion both in appearance and ideas represented by RC drifting. Traditional boundary of natural FR commonly embraced by the region perhaps could be richer with more conversions around. It may be far fetched or it may be not, as we see less and less FR car gets produced.
The Toyota Corolla is a line of subcompact/compact cars manufactured by the Japanese automaker Toyota, which has become very popular throughout the world since the nameplate was first introduced in 1966. In 1997, the Corolla became the best selling nameplate in the world, with over 35 million sold as of 2007.[2] Over the past 40 years, one Corolla car has been sold on average every 40 seconds.[3] The series has undergone several major redesigns.
The name Corolla is part of Toyota’s naming tradition of using the name Crown for primary models: the Corona, for example, gets its name from the Latin for crown; Corolla is Latin for small crown; and Camry is an Anglicized pronunciation of the Japanese for crown, kanmuri.
Corollas are manufactured in Japan and in Brazil (Indaiatuba, São Paulo), Canada (Cambridge, Ontario), China (Tianjin), India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Pakistan, Philippines, South Africa, Taiwan, Thailand, Turkey, the United Kingdom (Derbyshire) and Venezuela. Production has previously been made in Australia (Victoria). Production in the United States (Fremont, California) ended in March 2010.[4]
The Corolla’s chassis designation code is “E”, as described in Toyota’s chassis and engine codes.
In November 2000 the ninth generation Corolla was introduced in Japan, with edgier styling and more technology to bring the nameplate into the 21st century. It is also called the Corolla Altis in the ASEAN region. The station wagon model is called the (Japanese: Corolla Fielder) in Japan.
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Tamiya #84132 TA05 VDF (High End Drift Chassis)
by the wind on May.13, 2010, under RC News
From 2010 Tokyo Hobby Show, Tamiya finally reveal the real name of #84132 High End Drift Chassis in TA05 VDF or Vertical Double Frame chassis. As mentioned in our earlier release, this chassis geometry is not new, and neither does the vertical double frame. For instance, Kawada once release SV-10 Alcyon SP although with rear midship motor mount, it utilizes twin vertical frame.
Nevertheless, the kit comes with some unique points:
- extreme steering angle through new crank mechanism and knuckle extension
- front balancing weight
- steel & alloy swing shafts
- TRF dampers
- front oneway
- rear spool
and option parts:
- alloy bulkheads
- CF shock towers
- CF decks
- center oneway
so the rumour about many names, one being TA06 has been dashed to the bin with the final reveal of this new Tamiya High End drift chassis.
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Tamiya TA-06 ?
by the wind on Apr.08, 2010, under RC News
Tamiya production chassis #84132 could be called TA06, TD01 or even the latest buzz TBC (that’s a bad labeling, sounds like the disease).
It doesn’t matter what it will be called, truth is this chassis is an actual ongoing production of Tamiya, and judging from the looks, one can be certain that it is meant for drift market.
Many enthusiasts ponder about when will the RC giant unleash such chassis after several ‘Drift Spec’ relabeling on TA03F Pro, TT01, TB02 and the last TB03. Unimportant as it may seem, these all bear the genes descends of racing breed, and as such were never really quench the thirst of drift purists.
Not until now..
It won’t wow you in terms of what is new, because similar geometry has been around for quite sometime as the Alex Racing CER, the first kind that came up with front midship motor mount off production line, the Tamiya version looks less sturdy nor solid in the bulk head department. Instead of one solid piece on each side, it incorporates bridges that connect the motor mount and the diff housing.
The motor mount cage looking very similar to those of OTA-R’s.
The whole setup also kinda reminds us of a flipped around TA04 conversion done by some RC drift hobbyists in Japan. With Tamiya’s magnitude, we honestly been expecting something special if not revolutionary ground breaking.
Perhaps something like improved version of TA03F, with simpler and more efficient drivetrain, better arms,.. oh well..
excerpt:
The design chassis only for drifting, pre-bid price Y49,800, shipping delivery expectation will be in July 2010.
The motor made of aluminum mount is arranged in made of the carbon in, and the best weight balance for the drift running is achieved. The maximum feature is “Double upper frame” that vertical (vertical) mount is done. The rigidity in the direction of the pitch (Before and behind) was high, and it was assumed in the direction of the roll (right and left) a flexible chassis characteristic made of the carbon of 2mm thickness.
The steering wheel system that becomes an important factor with the drift chassis improves a right and left tire slice corner, and parallel (parallel) geometry that runs side by side is adopted and the control at counter steering has been improved.
TA05 bulk head, 37T/18T Pulley, and upright TRF416, etc. are choice as for parts up to now, in the touring car with results. A lot of OP parts of the TA05 faction that abundantly becomes complete can be used. The new size front and rear belts, rear belt is × 2, front × 1. Front Ball diff drive system, Ride air coupling, universal shafts around, TRF damper equipped.
So, is that it? Will it be just another TA05 plus conversion kit packaged into one? It would seem so as the rest of geometry are darn straight forward obvious. Lateral battery placement, electronic positioning and belt layout. Seen it once, seen it all.
Just one shocker to add prior the launch in 2010 mid, it comes with a hefty price tag; ESRP $500.
So guys, would you go for this one?
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source:tamiya
Tamiya #58461 Mitsubishi Evo 5
by the wind on Mar.11, 2010, under RC News
A Re-release bodyshell with a fairly recent chassis in DF-03Ra package.
Tamiya TB03R, TA05v2 Upgrade Pack and others
by the wind on Feb.09, 2010, under General
Skyline GT-R on TT01D type E
Lamborghini Gallardo on TA05v2
Tamiya TB03R Chassis
Previews:
Tamiya has just released some new chassis kit for early 2010 season, among others, new bodyshell Lamborghini Gallardo with TA05v2 and Nissan GT-R with TT01D type E. Needless to say the Gallardo is the only one that could be regarded as new.
TB03 R chassis being likely to be the refinement tuning of TB03 genre is yet to be confirmed as version that has major improvements over the standard TB03 build, or were there just standard kit with additional options brought on board.
Before we talk more on these, let’s take a walkthru on the TA05 v2 #92217 which is released just before. This chassis wasn’t labeled as R or v2 R to be precise, perhaps to avoid confusion with the TA05 R of version 1. Anyway, here is some quick run down info on the particular chassis:
Description:
Tamiya TA05 version 2 chassis kit with an Upgrade Pack.
Included Hop Ups/ Performance Addons:
Item 42102 TRF Special Damper (Hard Black Coating) 4pcs
Item 53833 TA05 Front One-Way Unit
Item 53992 TA05-IFS Aluminum Rocker Nut
Item 53993 TA05-IFS Aluminum Rocker Arm Set
Item 54023 DB01 Front One-Way Pulley (37T)
Item 54121 Aluminum Horn For Hi-Torque Servo Saver
Item 51000 Hi-Torque Servo Saver (Black)
Item 51023 Medium-Narrow Racing Radial Tires
Item 53471 Medium-Narrow 5-Spoke Wheels (Offset 0)
Newly designed TRF decals 1pc
Feature:
1/10 R/C assembly kit
Specifications:
Length: 373mm
Width: 188mm
Wheelbase: 257mm
Tread: 165mm
Gear Ratio: 1:7.19
Tire Diameter / Width: 64/24mm
As the TA05v2 was designed for Tamiya GT class race, it is expected to be performing rather well for intermediate drifting purposes. Previous TA05v2 (standard built) that we’ve tested was definitely a much better drift chassis compare to the v1.
No bodyshell was included (such as those like TB03 Ds etc.) in the #92217 and you may expect the same case with the #84109 TB03 R.
Interestingly, we could see that IFS is getting more established for GT racing on both TA05 and TB03, but conventional damper straight mounting still have higher numbers of preference among RC drifters.
Many IFS were converted as the result.
TB03 R will be more viable as the better option of TB03 for drift chassis over TT01 judging from the price/feature point of view. So if you’re looking for a starter kit with medium budget, then pick this chassis as consideration. Hopefully some performance aftermarket parts will be made available as well as originals, to make it more appealing to public.
So again we’re still awaits for that elusive high end Drift Chassis from Tamiya that will be on the same bracket as HPI Pro-D or HB TC-D, at least built quality wise.
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source: driftercentral.com
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
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
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- Toyota Altis E120 Drift Conversion July 20, 2010
- ABC Hobby – Honda Integra type R June 29, 2010
- Tamiya #84132 TA05 VDF (High End Drift Chassis) May 13, 2010
- Tamiya TA-06 ? April 8, 2010
- Suzuki SX-4 Fanta (part 2) April 6, 2010
- Spektrum DX3-E April 1, 2010
- ABC Hobby Toyota Celica LB2000 GT & 1600 GT March 16, 2010
- ABC Hobby #66122 Nissan Fairlady Z March 13, 2010
- Ko Propo EX-5UR #82011 March 13, 2010
- Tamiya #58461 Mitsubishi Evo 5 March 11, 2010
