R/C Hobbyist thread

[akiraceo]

err, ive been thinking ... for a beginner like me ( well i played RC cars before.. u can say im a big fan of them )

i saw this eye-catching car from Tamiya .. TT-01 series..

do u think its good for me since im just gonna play it rounds and rounds around my house and in some tracks?

heres the link http://www.tamiya.com.my/index.cfm?menu=rc_on_road&menuname=On Road .

does anyone know the price in RM? . ive calculated it from ebay.. US dollars 199.99 .. and some sell 129.99.. i dont get it... it seems that there are 2 packages?.. i think the 199.99 includes transmitter and stuff ... if im not wrong.. both packages says RTR ( Ready to run) .. right? i wud appreciate your reply asap

 

[adrictan]

How come yr pricing have RM one? Ringgit? Anyway, you're in Singapore right? What is your budget? It'll cost abt less than $400 SGD to buy a kit and better controller/batts,etc. Try not to buy RTR cause you'll have to learn to build a kit sooner or later if you intend to stay long with this hobby. PM me if you need help. Gd luck.

 

[kevpaang]

Hi all,
Recently just got myself a set of TT-01D n in the midst of building it up...i just got a couple of qns as i admit i am a noob;

1) Can i apply AW grease instead of the supplied grease stick on all the parts that is needed? I had applied AW grease on the blue alu shaft then i discovered there is a supplied grease in the package. Too excited to build up my car so didnt check through all the packings.

2) How much should i apply?

3) I had visited a couple of forums n apparently, "25 teeth for pinion gear & 55 teeth for spur" is the most talk-about n recommend set up....how do i adjust this?

4) For drifting: Do i need to oil up my shock?

As for now, i just following the instruction manual.I do have a frd that can help but sadly he is in China on a biz trip.
Can any kind souls pls advice me?

Thks!!

 

[akiraceo]

um its in RM because.. i cant find any threads in Malaysia HardwareZone that is related to Hobby/ RC.. haha so i posted in here instead, yeah i dun plan to buy the RTR.. i wud like to buy one and build it from scratch. unfortunately, i dont think i can get any from my place. as theres no RC hobby shop here.. they only sell RTR units at RM 999 .. which is about 400 SGD.. can anyone recommend me an online shop that can be trusted that sells Tamiya TT-01 BMW Z4?

 

[Gixxerfied]

um its in RM because.. i cant find any threads in Malaysia HardwareZone that is related to Hobby/ RC.. haha so i posted in here instead, yeah i dun plan to buy the RTR.. i wud like to buy one and build it from scratch. unfortunately, i dont think i can get any from my place. as theres no RC hobby shop here.. they only sell RTR units at RM 999 .. which is about 400 SGD.. can anyone recommend me an online shop that can be trusted that sells Tamiya TT-01 BMW Z4?

They seem to hold regular r/c race in the area of JB, last month at City Square & the next upcoming should be at Pelangi Shopping if my memory serves me right..It's by Total Hobby..Alternatively, u might wana head over to http://www.rctech.net/forum/forumdisplay.php?s=&daysprune=30&f=48 thou..It's a forum on www.rctech.net for Malaysian R/C Players..

Hi all,
Recently just got myself a set of TT-01D n in the midst of building it up...i just got a couple of qns as i admit i am a noob;

1) Can i apply AW grease instead of the supplied grease stick on all the parts that is needed? I had applied AW grease on the blue alu shaft then i discovered there is a supplied grease in the package. Too excited to build up my car so didnt check through all the packings.

2) How much should i apply?

3) I had visited a couple of forums n apparently, "25 teeth for pinion gear & 55 teeth for spur" is the most talk-about n recommend set up....how do i adjust this?

4) For drifting: Do i need to oil up my shock?

As for now, i just following the instruction manual.I do have a frd that can help but sadly he is in China on a biz trip.
Can any kind souls pls advice me?

Thks!!

Pinion gear is the one on ur motor while spur gear is the big one which is link to the motor pinion..

Yes, u will need oil in ur shocks..If i'm nt wrong, the supplied CVA oil by Tamiya should be with a rating of 50..Recommended to use softer oil which number decreases..I'm currently using Team Associated rating 30 oils in my shock..

What battery pack and charger did u purchase??

 

[Gixxerfied]

um its in RM because.. i cant find any threads in Malaysia HardwareZone that is related to Hobby/ RC.. haha so i posted in here instead, yeah i dun plan to buy the RTR.. i wud like to buy one and build it from scratch. unfortunately, i dont think i can get any from my place. as theres no RC hobby shop here.. they only sell RTR units at RM 999 .. which is about 400 SGD.. can anyone recommend me an online shop that can be trusted that sells Tamiya TT-01 BMW Z4?

Try rcmart.com , it's a online store in HK..IF ya heading to HK for a holiday, get everything there..Save alot...

 

[adrictan]

If you want more choices then come Singapore buy lor.

 

[akiraceo]

hey , does Singapore have a website that i could order from?

 

[runeruin]

hey , does Singapore have a website that i could order from?

dont think so,sg only sell more of rc parts in shops

maybe go sgdrifters forum and see if they sell overseas but they mostly sell yokomo sets i guess

 

[adrictan]

Yr alternative is try eBay. Anyway, if you stay in Malaysia near JB then might as well come SG come see see.

 

[bOaRd]

i just assembled my tt01d not long ago, some questions to ask even though I sprayed my body shell already, getting another shell soon.

1) how do you all mask the inner windows.

2) to get the led kit, the headlamp n rearlamp stickers can put aiside right ?

3) where do u all normally practise/play rc ?

 

[TheoDR]

i just assembled my tt01d not long ago, some questions to ask even though I sprayed my body shell already, getting another shell soon.

1) how do you all mask the inner windows.

2) to get the led kit, the headlamp n rearlamp stickers can put aiside right ?

3) where do u all normally practise/play rc ?

Hi there! You can mask the windows using the usually provided window masks. I'll share some steps:

1) Outline the window areas on the OUTSIDE using a fine tip non-permanent marker pen. DO NOT remove the protective outer coating of the body before painting.

2) Align the window masks on the outlines that you made earlier.

Extra tip: To apply large decals later on, spray window cleaner (e.g. the blue Kiwi stuff) on the body before applying and apply when wet. This will allow the large decal to be slid into place and also allow you to "massage" out any air bubbles that were trapped underneath.

To answer your second question, the headlight decal can be put aside, but maybe not for the rearlight ones.

As for your last question: I believe normally play at carpark if a track isn't available nearby.

 

[runeruin]

2) Align the window masks on the outlines that you made earlier.

what do i do if the masking size does not fit the designated area? like 2mm off the outline?

 

[adrictan]

what do i do if the masking size does not fit the designated area? like 2mm off the outline?

Normally the masking provided should be just nice. If u mean the masking is too small, then can consider using masking tape to add on.

As for places to practise, try joining Drift Meets. http://www.sgdrifters.com

Good Luck

 

[Gixxerfied]

I tot the TT-01D kit will come with all the LED stuffs...

Actually, just follow the instruction provided will do..If u have decals like my 350Z then u will stress..

 

[smallie]

I tot the TT-01D kit will come with all the LED stuffs...

Actually, just follow the instruction provided will do..If u have decals like my 350Z then u will stress..

they don't come with LED stuff.. is there LED for rearlights?

 

[adrictan]

I think have. Can't remember. Light kit should be both front n back.

 

[runeruin]

not all tt01d comes with lights

only those box with 'TLU' sticker infront then have lights



*im wrong...only those box saying driftspec+LED then got light

 

[spying]

Hi, i am interested in getting a rc heli. Any recommendations ? I went parkway yesterday see see, isetan got one selling $90, then another toy shop there selling a few others, got one looks nice, $100.

Any advice what to look out for or any shops selling bang for bang helis? thx

 

[adrictan]

If you're just looking for play play type, just get those sold at shopping centres.If you're looking for learn how to fly, go R/C shops and ask. Honeybee or E-Flite is good.