Before I get another new kit, I want to get some of my existing ones up and running again. One of the revitalize/restore projects I have in the works is my Tamiya TT-01 Touring Car.
The first part is to disassemble. Almost as much fun as putting together. To help me out in the reassembly process, I used the manual to take it a part and put the parts into plastic baggies labeled with the step number referenced. The only things not taken a part were the gear diffs.
(missing the old chassis from the picture, but I do have it)
I decided to update my TT-01 to the Type E (E for Enhanced) version. This includes better shock towers, an upper brace, and better steering setup. I also picked up some turn buckle steering tie rods and adjustable upper front/rear upgrades to add more adjust-ability to it, and a better screw set.
(Yes I got a new chassis as I have had issues with some of the screws stripping)
During the reassembly process I didn't take to many pictures. So here is the only in-progress picture I have.
And here it is fully assembled. I just need to get the new body painted and decorated, and get the car adjusted.
(Original Subaru Impreza WRC 2003 body)
(HPI Dodge Stratus 190mm body)
For the electronics, I put in some older gear that I have:
- Novak Rooster ESC
- Airtronics Rival 75mHz AM radio set.
- Airtronics high Power Metal Gear Servo Z (a little over kill with 115in-oz torque @4.8v)
- Trinity Midnight 2 stock motor
And as for drifting, there is a 1/18th scale road kit that I am also working on to get up and running/drifting. But that's another project.
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