14LikesTamiya F104 Pro!
10-03-2011, 07:55 AM
#6496
Will it be a complete x1 set for 104pro ?
10-03-2011, 11:48 AM
#6498
Here's the Tamiya link to the X1 and it's hop up set which includes top deck, damper and damper mount $69, separate link has the axle counterweight $11.50.
Exotech complete chassis kit is only $120 and that's with an oil damper not greased "slider".
But if it's Tamiya legal you're after, here ya go
click the individual links on this page to see prices
http://www.tamiyausa.com/search.php?q=F104x1
Exotech complete chassis kit is only $120 and that's with an oil damper not greased "slider".
But if it's Tamiya legal you're after, here ya go
click the individual links on this page to see prices
http://www.tamiyausa.com/search.php?q=F104x1
10-04-2011, 06:59 AM
#6499
Really loving the F104! With a 13T HW EZRun the thing HONKS 
Even though none of the clubs here race them, it's great to use when I can't use the nitro cars, and keeps my driving skills sharp
Even though none of the clubs here race them, it's great to use when I can't use the nitro cars, and keeps my driving skills sharp
10-05-2011, 03:57 AM
#6500
Hi guys,
Just got back from Singapore, where I raced in the 2011 Tamiya Asia Cup Finals with my 10 year old daughter. Over 100 drivers from 8 countries. Just wanted to share my F104, which won concours. Hope you like it.
It was also pretty fast, 2nd on the podium
Photo credit: Marah Iskandar
Photo credit: rcblood.com
Thanks for viewing.
Just got back from Singapore, where I raced in the 2011 Tamiya Asia Cup Finals with my 10 year old daughter. Over 100 drivers from 8 countries. Just wanted to share my F104, which won concours. Hope you like it.
It was also pretty fast, 2nd on the podium
Photo credit: Marah Iskandar
Photo credit: rcblood.com
Thanks for viewing.
Last edited by rccartips; 10-05-2011 at 04:13 AM.
10-09-2011, 03:00 PM
#6503
Mattwoodcraft, Lapu-Lapu, thanks.
Does anyone know how to build a smooth diff for the F104? Mine is sticky and crunchy. I'ver replaced the diff balls, sanded the diff plates, replaced the thrust bearing, used different grease and oil for the thrust bearing, used Associated stealth and tamiya ball diff grease on the diff balls... still no good.
Does anyone know how to build a smooth diff for the F104? Mine is sticky and crunchy. I'ver replaced the diff balls, sanded the diff plates, replaced the thrust bearing, used different grease and oil for the thrust bearing, used Associated stealth and tamiya ball diff grease on the diff balls... still no good.
10-09-2011, 07:14 PM
#6504
Mattwoodcraft, Lapu-Lapu, thanks.
Does anyone know how to build a smooth diff for the F104? Mine is sticky and crunchy. I'ver replaced the diff balls, sanded the diff plates, replaced the thrust bearing, used different grease and oil for the thrust bearing, used Associated stealth and tamiya ball diff grease on the diff balls... still no good.
Does anyone know how to build a smooth diff for the F104? Mine is sticky and crunchy. I'ver replaced the diff balls, sanded the diff plates, replaced the thrust bearing, used different grease and oil for the thrust bearing, used Associated stealth and tamiya ball diff grease on the diff balls... still no good.
I've built mine using the same old method I used on the TC's.
Sand rings with wet 600grit both sides (to make the plates flat), use ceramic Diff balls, and then use Schumacher diff greese.
Thrust wise, using the one-piece Tamiya thrust from the 103, and pack it full of AE black greese... and the Diff is pretty silky smooth IMO.
I did read on Rod's build of the X1 he had a gritty thrust, so could try replacing that.
10-09-2011, 11:05 PM
#6505
I used the one piece trust bearing from the F103 and ceramic diff balls.
It is silky smooth now.
Don't use a normall ballbearing as stated in the manual.
regards Roy
It is silky smooth now.
Don't use a normall ballbearing as stated in the manual.
regards Roy
Mattwoodcraft, Lapu-Lapu, thanks.
Does anyone know how to build a smooth diff for the F104? Mine is sticky and crunchy. I'ver replaced the diff balls, sanded the diff plates, replaced the thrust bearing, used different grease and oil for the thrust bearing, used Associated stealth and tamiya ball diff grease on the diff balls... still no good.
Does anyone know how to build a smooth diff for the F104? Mine is sticky and crunchy. I'ver replaced the diff balls, sanded the diff plates, replaced the thrust bearing, used different grease and oil for the thrust bearing, used Associated stealth and tamiya ball diff grease on the diff balls... still no good.
10-10-2011, 08:30 AM
#6506
Mattwoodcraft, Lapu-Lapu, thanks.
Does anyone know how to build a smooth diff for the F104? Mine is sticky and crunchy. I'ver replaced the diff balls, sanded the diff plates, replaced the thrust bearing, used different grease and oil for the thrust bearing, used Associated stealth and tamiya ball diff grease on the diff balls... still no good.
Does anyone know how to build a smooth diff for the F104? Mine is sticky and crunchy. I'ver replaced the diff balls, sanded the diff plates, replaced the thrust bearing, used different grease and oil for the thrust bearing, used Associated stealth and tamiya ball diff grease on the diff balls... still no good.
I assembled my third 104 diff a few days ago. I noticed once complete it was very smooth. All standard parts and Tamiya diff grease.
10-10-2011, 08:31 AM
#6507
Have you checked your axle bearings? They can affect the smoothness of the diff as well
Mattwoodcraft, Lapu-Lapu, thanks.
Does anyone know how to build a smooth diff for the F104? Mine is sticky and crunchy. I'ver replaced the diff balls, sanded the diff plates, replaced the thrust bearing, used different grease and oil for the thrust bearing, used Associated stealth and tamiya ball diff grease on the diff balls... still no good.
Does anyone know how to build a smooth diff for the F104? Mine is sticky and crunchy. I'ver replaced the diff balls, sanded the diff plates, replaced the thrust bearing, used different grease and oil for the thrust bearing, used Associated stealth and tamiya ball diff grease on the diff balls... still no good.
10-11-2011, 02:01 AM
#6508
Tech Adept
could someone tell me the exact sizing of the 104 front wheel bearings and any place to get some.
thanks
thanks
10-11-2011, 02:23 AM
#6510
Tech Adept
