288LikesTamiya mini cooper
06-10-2010, 07:11 AM
M05 Pro and Abarth TC 1000
When I began this project the M05 with Abarth body didn't have been announced.
I had to make some modifications to the M05 in order that the Abarth engine bay could be placed in the chassis, so I guess something will change in the new Abarth kit issues in July 15th.
I placed an Orion 20T, and balldiff as well as new shocks ( the kit one are a joke) and TRF springs. A cheap digital servo ( US$10 and works terrific!)
The D60 radial tires were replaced for D55 that fit better the body but will make a worst handle in the road I guess. Rear springs are harder than the front and the front suspension have to be low by 2-3 mm. I don't think this run better than the M03, the steering is unnecessary complex and need a lot of work to return to the neutral.
I have added a driver and lot of details as plastic winshieldwipers.... etc.
Stay tuned for more pictures as soon as the body is finished. I love this car as I had two Fiat 600 when young, the Tamiya model looks terrific with some details added.
I had to make some modifications to the M05 in order that the Abarth engine bay could be placed in the chassis, so I guess something will change in the new Abarth kit issues in July 15th.
I placed an Orion 20T, and balldiff as well as new shocks ( the kit one are a joke) and TRF springs. A cheap digital servo ( US$10 and works terrific!)
The D60 radial tires were replaced for D55 that fit better the body but will make a worst handle in the road I guess. Rear springs are harder than the front and the front suspension have to be low by 2-3 mm. I don't think this run better than the M03, the steering is unnecessary complex and need a lot of work to return to the neutral.
I have added a driver and lot of details as plastic winshieldwipers.... etc.
Stay tuned for more pictures as soon as the body is finished. I love this car as I had two Fiat 600 when young, the Tamiya model looks terrific with some details added.
06-10-2010, 07:15 AM
Pardon the grainy cell pics....
06-10-2010, 10:17 AM
When I began this project the M05 with Abarth body didn't have been announced.
I had to make some modifications to the M05 in order that the Abarth engine bay could be placed in the chassis, so I guess something will change in the new Abarth kit issues in July 15th.
I placed an Orion 20T, and balldiff as well as new shocks ( the kit one are a joke) and TRF springs. A cheap digital servo ( US$10 and works terrific!)
The D60 radial tires were replaced for D55 that fit better the body but will make a worst handle in the road I guess. Rear springs are harder than the front and the front suspension have to be low by 2-3 mm. I don't think this run better than the M03, the steering is unnecessary complex and need a lot of work to return to the neutral.
I have added a driver and lot of details as plastic winshieldwipers.... etc.
Stay tuned for more pictures as soon as the body is finished. I love this car as I had two Fiat 600 when young, the Tamiya model looks terrific with some details added.
I had to make some modifications to the M05 in order that the Abarth engine bay could be placed in the chassis, so I guess something will change in the new Abarth kit issues in July 15th.
I placed an Orion 20T, and balldiff as well as new shocks ( the kit one are a joke) and TRF springs. A cheap digital servo ( US$10 and works terrific!)
The D60 radial tires were replaced for D55 that fit better the body but will make a worst handle in the road I guess. Rear springs are harder than the front and the front suspension have to be low by 2-3 mm. I don't think this run better than the M03, the steering is unnecessary complex and need a lot of work to return to the neutral.
I have added a driver and lot of details as plastic winshieldwipers.... etc.
Stay tuned for more pictures as soon as the body is finished. I love this car as I had two Fiat 600 when young, the Tamiya model looks terrific with some details added.
That's cool I'm a huge fan of Fiat's. We lived in Europe when I was young and my parents had one. It was a Fiat 500 wagon 74 I believe.
06-10-2010, 10:18 AM
06-10-2010, 12:49 PM
06-10-2010, 12:54 PM
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Will M04/M03 rear suspension fit on a TL-01? i am wondering because i need that to make the chassie slim.
06-10-2010, 01:14 PM
06-10-2010, 01:41 PM
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06-10-2010, 02:05 PM
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Nice!!!!
06-11-2010, 07:15 AM
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A friends new 510 body I painted for him.
Mounted on a M05
Mounted on a M05
06-11-2010, 10:54 AM
06-11-2010, 10:59 AM
Great looking car!
06-11-2010, 12:33 PM
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06-11-2010, 01:51 PM
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Same as a mini. All the same parts 160mm ish.
I built this car 2 years ago, and I do not have it anymore.
I built this car 2 years ago, and I do not have it anymore.
06-11-2010, 07:03 PM
What is that car???
A conversion? Would you please give me the details, I have a couple of TL01 doing nothing in my garage, also I could use another project!!!
Best regards
A conversion? Would you please give me the details, I have a couple of TL01 doing nothing in my garage, also I could use another project!!!
Best regards