1387LikesTamiya TT02 Thread
01-30-2019 | 11:45 AM
#1862
01-30-2019 | 07:29 PM
#1863
I just wanted a different set to try out.
02-17-2019 | 10:57 AM
#1867
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From: UK
03-05-2019 | 07:31 AM
#1869
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hey guys,
trying to return to racing after a multi year hiatus, with these gt3 spec classes.
built a tt-02s for me and a tt-o2r for my son. couple of noob questions.
1. what o-rings do you guys run in the TRF shocks, I put the 419 shocks on the tto2s, and the 42102's on the R. What I thought building a smooth shock and getting the air out, only to realize the leak like crazy and I have to rebuild. my bad! do I stick with the TRF blue- o ring, or any other better?
2. with these trf shocks and the ball stud mounted, you get them on, but now, what's the easiest way to get on and off the car without tearing up the shock? does anyone use a shock collar and screw?
3. Tamiya parts seem like a pain in the butt to order or find in stock at a reasonable time frame. not wanting to wait 2-3weeks for tires, or body or steering knuckle and flange. as much as I support local with all my hobby needs, is there a US online retailer that stocks or supports these parts? I only know of amain and tower, I try to avoid to support local.
what started as a cheap car and class, has me consumed with Tamiya blue and almost the cost of a normal touring car. that's my own addiction issues.
trying to return to racing after a multi year hiatus, with these gt3 spec classes.
built a tt-02s for me and a tt-o2r for my son. couple of noob questions.
1. what o-rings do you guys run in the TRF shocks, I put the 419 shocks on the tto2s, and the 42102's on the R. What I thought building a smooth shock and getting the air out, only to realize the leak like crazy and I have to rebuild. my bad! do I stick with the TRF blue- o ring, or any other better?
2. with these trf shocks and the ball stud mounted, you get them on, but now, what's the easiest way to get on and off the car without tearing up the shock? does anyone use a shock collar and screw?
3. Tamiya parts seem like a pain in the butt to order or find in stock at a reasonable time frame. not wanting to wait 2-3weeks for tires, or body or steering knuckle and flange. as much as I support local with all my hobby needs, is there a US online retailer that stocks or supports these parts? I only know of amain and tower, I try to avoid to support local.
what started as a cheap car and class, has me consumed with Tamiya blue and almost the cost of a normal touring car. that's my own addiction issues.
03-05-2019 | 07:36 AM
#1870
Joined: Sep 2010
Posts: 2,313
From: Chicagoland
So in a week or two, i'm participating in a race where we build, and run, TT02's for an endurance race.
What should I pay special attention to while building the car? It's a box stock race.... So I suspect I only get to play with lubes and such. I usually swap screws for M3 versus ST screws... I think i'll be limited to the nasty self tappers. Chap stick? Shock oil? How do you suggest lubing those screws.
What should I pay special attention to while building the car? It's a box stock race.... So I suspect I only get to play with lubes and such. I usually swap screws for M3 versus ST screws... I think i'll be limited to the nasty self tappers. Chap stick? Shock oil? How do you suggest lubing those screws.
03-05-2019 | 08:57 AM
#1871
Build it box stock. The standard screws are working perfectly as long as you use the first thread you cut, again and again. Use ball bearings and put the box grease in the rear diff. Make sure you go for the lowest ride height. Everything else is just driver talent. So practise for the race. If you want to make sure you have a good motor, you need to prepare it. If the race is very long consider to prepare several motors as they lose power after some time.
03-06-2019 | 07:00 AM
#1873
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From: detroit area
hey guys,
trying to return to racing after a multi year hiatus, with these gt3 spec classes.
built a tt-02s for me and a tt-o2r for my son. couple of noob questions.
1. what o-rings do you guys run in the TRF shocks, I put the 419 shocks on the tto2s, and the 42102's on the R. What I thought building a smooth shock and getting the air out, only to realize the leak like crazy and I have to rebuild. my bad! do I stick with the TRF blue- o ring, or any other better?
2. with these trf shocks and the ball stud mounted, you get them on, but now, what's the easiest way to get on and off the car without tearing up the shock? does anyone use a shock collar and screw?
3. Tamiya parts seem like a pain in the butt to order or find in stock at a reasonable time frame. not wanting to wait 2-3weeks for tires, or body or steering knuckle and flange. as much as I support local with all my hobby needs, is there a US online retailer that stocks or supports these parts? I only know of amain and tower, I try to avoid to support local.
what started as a cheap car and class, has me consumed with Tamiya blue and almost the cost of a normal touring car. that's my own addiction issues.
trying to return to racing after a multi year hiatus, with these gt3 spec classes.
built a tt-02s for me and a tt-o2r for my son. couple of noob questions.
1. what o-rings do you guys run in the TRF shocks, I put the 419 shocks on the tto2s, and the 42102's on the R. What I thought building a smooth shock and getting the air out, only to realize the leak like crazy and I have to rebuild. my bad! do I stick with the TRF blue- o ring, or any other better?
2. with these trf shocks and the ball stud mounted, you get them on, but now, what's the easiest way to get on and off the car without tearing up the shock? does anyone use a shock collar and screw?
3. Tamiya parts seem like a pain in the butt to order or find in stock at a reasonable time frame. not wanting to wait 2-3weeks for tires, or body or steering knuckle and flange. as much as I support local with all my hobby needs, is there a US online retailer that stocks or supports these parts? I only know of amain and tower, I try to avoid to support local.
what started as a cheap car and class, has me consumed with Tamiya blue and almost the cost of a normal touring car. that's my own addiction issues.
03-06-2019 | 07:45 AM
#1874
I think in reading the rules that TRF shocks are legal for the Spec Novice Class, but I don't think they are legal for the Pro Spec class if you are running in that. I assume your son is running in the Spec Novice Class. I would look at two articles for some tips about setup and I think there is a discussion on shocks and "o" rings. Based on my experience with young drivers and myself, I would buy some extra steering uprights. They break easily and local tracks run out quickly.
Toby's RC adventure : Start With Spec Novice Class Part 1 - Chassis
Toby's RC adventure : Start With Spec Novice Class Part 2 - In-depth Build Tips and Setup