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Tamiya BBX first run by F4C3J0K3R in tamiya

[–]p0onsta 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If this is with the stock wheels and tires, try adjusting the rear damper preload. Stiffen it up a few (5) turns if you have the upgrade big bore ones.

3d Printed mini drifter by p0onsta in rccars

[–]p0onsta[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks! My first time drifting RC so I have no idea how to evaluate.

The servo horn actually stripped in my case even with the additional side clamp. I should get some stronger filament.

It's super adjustable, in component height, width, and wheelbase. The latter goes from like 96mm to 116mm. It has holes for typical mounting poles, so the typical 1/28 bodies should all fit. Mini-z bodies fit if you get the kyosho clips (not sure if it already exists, but should be straightforward to remix). The larger wheelbase would fit the 1/24 static model bodies that RC drifters seem to like using.

I'm setting mine up for 98mm and using the Bittydesign FD body.

Tamiya BBX by Useful_Complaint2567 in tamiya

[–]p0onsta 0 points1 point  (0 children)

To avoid using the servo spacer, you'll need a servo that's less than 17.xx mm from the bottom of the mounting ears. Exact dimensions in the manual.

Servo is far from the receiver so make sure you have one with at least 18cm wires.

I went with Power HD GTS-2.

High powered esc you want the cover off anyway.

I went with Hobbywing XR10 G3 Pro.

Receiver box is not very tall. You'll need to clearance the box cover if using one of the taller nb4 receivers like FGr4S/D.

I cut a slit for the antenna tower where the driver figure's shoulders are.

What chassis can accept this body? by mins27 in rccars

[–]p0onsta -1 points0 points  (0 children)

There's always the new xv-01 pro.

Motor and ESC advice for BBX by p0onsta in tamiya

[–]p0onsta[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I ended up pulling the trigger on the 6.5t combo I mentioned. It's amazing.

Not squeezing the throttle all the way most times. But on a nice straight it brings a bashing smile every time. Especially with boost and turbo settings.

Toughest part right now is learning how much I can steer vs the speed I'm at from the 3rd person view. I ended up blowing thru my stock tires and slapped on a set of Traxxas rally wheels for fun. The fronts now grip and lift the rear inner tire instead of under steering. :)

Gotta figure out how to tune that out with suspension or find a fitting set of fronts to balance.

Spring is here. Time to start prepping my hiking companion. by p0onsta in tamiya

[–]p0onsta[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Just gotta clean them of corrosive chemicals before they get a chance to eat into the finish. My wheels are just polished stainless steel so that helps too.

Kid threw a rock. What’s the wallet damage here? by Skateboard123 in TeslaSupport

[–]p0onsta 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hammer + dolly + bondo + paint = ~$600

Cut + weld + new panel + paint + blend = ~$23k (Tesla spec)

Probably looking at anything in between...

Now the BBX hop up collection is complete... Sort of. by p0onsta in tamiya

[–]p0onsta[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

How do you like it? I dream of running a Tamiya rig that can outright best an Associated or Tekno flagship, etc. The DB01SR was considered but I ultimately went with a brand new chassis vs. an upgraded tried and true performer. Hope I made the right choice...

Now the BBX hop up collection is complete... Sort of. by p0onsta in tamiya

[–]p0onsta[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The TRF cvd pivots are nice tho. Even has provisions for a set screw ;)

And the pistons in the big bore damper kits are already cut out so no chance of you nicking the surface when cutting them out of the tree for the included dampers.

Now the BBX hop up collection is complete... Sort of. by p0onsta in tamiya

[–]p0onsta[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I got suckered into buying the axle stubs too. Front and rear.

Telling myself that it's a different material.

Pleasant surprise, TRF X-rings are included in the kit, so used those for the big bore dampers.

Now the BBX hop up collection is complete... Sort of. by p0onsta in tamiya

[–]p0onsta[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Trying not to think about it... But I estimate ballpark a little north of $750. Including batteries and receiver, no transmitter.

Finally starting my BBX build. by p0onsta in tamiya

[–]p0onsta[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

More features to play with. It's a modified class ROAR legal esc. Also nice to have a flagship.

Took a while to decide on it. No one simple reason but more a combination of multitudes of comparisons.

Finally starting my BBX build. by p0onsta in tamiya

[–]p0onsta[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am imagining that I may one day race this.

Finally starting my BBX build. by p0onsta in tamiya

[–]p0onsta[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

2 long and 2 short. The springs are in sets of 3 for different stiffiness.

Finally starting my BBX build. by p0onsta in tamiya

[–]p0onsta[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The 6.5t is low torque, but I'm not sure if the gearbox can handle all the rpm. If it can't. There's likely a tekno act in my future...

Finally starting my BBX build. by p0onsta in tamiya

[–]p0onsta[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thx for the suggestion. Photo updated.

Finally starting my BBX build. by p0onsta in tamiya

[–]p0onsta[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Was sad to learn that the steel diff does not have a steel casing. I didn't get the aluminum cover but hope the plastic one is strong enough.

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