@@charlieparis1 Thanks for watching😎 It took me a long time to get my hands on a TGR and even longer to get the TS020 bodyshell. I really need to get myself a TR15T to add to the collection but they cost quite a bit these days🤑🤑

@@timcaballa Hi mate, thanks for watching👍 These are different scale cars and the wheelbase and track are different. The TGX is a much bigger car compared to the TG10.

@@timcaballa Thanks for watching👍 The TG10 mk2, 2 speed transmission is not compatible at all with the TG10 mk1, TG10R, TGX and TGR.

@@korc2157 Thank you for the quick reply.

@@OrcaBoat3 Hi mate, thanks for watching👍 No ballooning as far as I am aware.

@@ctimm5019 Hi mate, thanks for watching👍 Good to see another TNX is being restored my friend. Have fun😎🍻🇦🇺

@@Peqlee Hi mate, thanks for watching👍 Absolutely love these old girls, no way I could ever retire mate. I must get out and make some new content😎🍻🇦🇺

Hi mate, thanks for watching👍 Yes the TM2 muffler will suit the .18 cvrx, but you will need the 41050 manifold for this motor. I was not able to obtain that manifold when I first put this car together so I used the 41028 and had to drill out the mounting holes from 3mm to 3.5mm. Reason for this is the O.S motors use the same manifold bolt spacing as the Tamiya .12 size engine which is different to the TM2 manifolds 41028 and 41023. You will also need to use spacers to raise the height of the engine (between the engine mounts and the engine) to avoid the backplate and pull starter housing from binding on the centre drive shaft. This will be more crucial if using the reinforced or the carbon prop shaft. Hopefully this all makes sense Cheers🍻🇦🇺

Hi mate, thanks for watching👍 I use the Tamiya 41040 starter box as it is made for the TGX, TG10 and TGR. It is really simple to use as it has specific plates for each model which screw directly to the starter box, it perfectly aligns the flywheel for each chassis. However the 41040 is quite hard to find and can cost quite a bit of coin🤑🤑 You can use both the Tamiya TW starter box and the starter box III, these are still around and can be had for a reasonable price. You will need to reconfigure the unit as it is setup for the TG10 mk2. You will need the reverse connectors for the newer versions, although I was able to swap a couple of connections over to make it work. Hopefully this information is helpful for you, good luck in your search🍻🇦🇺

@@korc2157thank you as always for the info mate. What part number are these reverse connectors? I’ve searched for them and there doesn’t seem to be any mention. Apologize for the multi questions mate :)

@@rpcclo Tamiya part number 9404505, reverse connectors set 2 pcs.

@@korc2157thank you

Hi mate, the part number for the FS12LT oversize heatsink is Tamiya #41037. Hope this helps👍

Hi mate👋 sounds like you have been busy. Yes you are correct that .12 to .18 engines will fit in the TG10MK1 chassis, I would recommend any O.S side exhaust engine as this will use the same manifold/muffler and gasket as the FS12. One thing you may need to consider is using the hopup prop shaft as the stock unit will usually pop out with a power upgrade. In my experience the .21 engines will definitely not fit in the Tamiya TG10 mk1 or the TGX mk1. When it comes to the dampers for the TG10 mk1 there are a couple of options. Firstly the CVA dampers which come standard with the chassis are sufficient but sometimes seals and oil may need to be changed. If you are looking for a hopup alternative I might suggest the 53155 low friction dampers as these are still in production and can be obtained for a reasonable price, although some people are put off by the colour of these dampers. The part number for the TA03 low friction dampers is 53280 and they come in a few different colours but command a high price if you can find them. With regards to vent holes, I prefer to cut vents in my body shells if I am going to run them. I only have a handful of bodyshells that have been untouched, they are either destined to stay on the shelf or have limited running. As a lot of my collection is pre owned most of them have been cut by original builders and I will usually just try and make them presentable. Hopefully you find some of this information useful. Cheers🍻🇦🇺

@@korc2157awesome mate - thank you for the detailed response. I will let you know how it goes

Hi, thanks for watching👍 it really depends on what you are looking to get out of the hobby. The Serpent is a very fast, purpose built racing RC chassis with many features and a lot of tunability. I am a massive Tamiya fan and the mk2 is a great chassis too, especially when fitted with a good rear exhaust engine and the Tamiya racing clutch. If I was all out racing I would have to go with the Serpent due to the pedigree on the other hand the Tamiya can still turn some good speed in racing but in my opinion is a little more fun to drive. Cheers 🍻🇦🇺

@@korc2157 thank you for your suggestion, I'm new to this hobby, so I'm deciding for my 1st nitro kit. Great content btw, I'll follow more. Cheers mate from 🇲🇾

@@Peqlee Your welcome my friend. You won't go wrong with either one of those brands👍

Hi mate, thanks for watching👍 The part number for the 2 speed main shaft is #2595099, this part will prove very difficult to find. Your best bet would be to either try and find a second hand car with a 2speed or try and obtain a brand new transmission part number 53201 (TGX mk1) or 53359 (TG10 mk1). But be prepared as these new parts can cost quite a bit. Good luck with your search🍻🇦🇺

Hi mate, thanks for watching👍Original wheels and tyres for the Tamiya 1/8 Mini are almost impossible to find these days and when they do come up they are very expensive as this was the only model with that wheel type. I have been running a set of 1/10 wheels with an offset of about +2 or +3mm to fill out the guards on the body shell. I am still on the hunt for an original set my self 🍻🇦🇺

@@korc2157 appreciate the info mate. I agree the originals are hard to get. The wheels and tires you have are the closest ive seen - and they look good especially for 1/10 scale. May I ask the mfg and p/n for both if its not too much trouble. Again thank you mate..

@@rpcclo Not a problem at all mate👍 I cant remember the part number for these wheels but there is a seller on ebay right now out of China that has the same ones. Ebay item #234459095603. These wheels are black with a set of on road tyres, I removed the tyres and painted mine silver and then mounted a standard set of 26mm on road slicks like Tamiya's #50454. I have since removed the Bridgestone decals which I got from MCI racing in Canada. Hopefully this all makes sense👍🍻🇦🇺

Wonderful mate! I will check this out now..@@korc2157

Hi mate, thanks for watching👍 Yeah there are a few bits and pieces that are compatible from other models but even these parts are getting harder to find too. These parts are mostly hardware or engine related items, TA02 wheel axles and centre shaft work (I think from memory), TG10mk1 diff centres, engine mounts, clutch, flywheel brake, single speed, etc. As this was only 1 of 2, 1/8 scale on road chassis from Tamiya, most of the other parts are specific to the TGX. Just steer clear from any of the TGR and TG10R parts as they a not compatible. Was there something in particular that you are chasing? Cheers🍻🇦🇺

@@korc2157 Hi, more specifically the suspension arms as they are weak at both ends but especially at the C hub (which is strong enough). The e are hop up parts but the prices are insane. I may cut some 7075 aluminium to replicate said arms. Thanks for your answers. Take care.

@@podoclaste Unfortunately the control arms ar specific and no other models are compatible. Even though the alloy arms are a nice addition it is worth keeping in mind that this then creates a weak point at the carriers on the differential case.

@@korc2157 OK this is valuable information thanks a lot for your time, I will find a solution. Bye 🙏🇫🇷

@@podoclaste Not a problem at all mate. Good luck in your search👍

A very close call indeed🙄

Same for me but was never able to afford one back in the day. Looking back it would have been a lot cheaper in those days🤣 Thanks for watching👍

@@korc2157 I remember a tg10r seeming impossible to afford 😂

@@Rccult Yeah mate, especially to build it to the kit spec with the Novarossi CX-12 and the Cusco bodyshell🤑🤑

Hi mate, thanks for watching👍 Tamiya 41040 starter box is a very rare item these days but can still be found on Japan auctions every now and then. Your TA starter box should be ok but it can be hard to set it up correctly.

Hi mate, unfortunately those re release cars are 1/10 scale. This is the bigger 1/8 scale bodies that are long discontinued and command very high prices these days. Cheers 🍻🇦🇺

Hi mate, thanks for watching👍 This car uses an aftermarket bump box as the starter. No modification needed on the car, just need the bump box setup correctly. If you can find the original Tamiya 41040 starter box this is much easier to setup. Cheers 🍻🇦🇺

Hi mate, thanks for watching👍 It is really enjoyable driving these touring cars around the RC track. Takes me way back to the early Gran Turismo days🍻🇦🇺

@@korc2157 Almost 30 years and still running! Looks and sounds glorious!! With parts getting so rare and expensive, most end up on the shelf. Thanks for posting these videos!!

@@hortn123 Yes mate at almost 30 years she is a real classic🤣 I think there is only a couple of cars iny collection that sit and look pretty on the shelf. I get most of them out as often as I can, I must really get to making a few more videos of my updated collection. 👍🍻🇦🇺

@@korc2157 Post them all 👍👍 All the Tamiya TG fans out there would love it!!

Hi Edward, thanks for watching👍 Glad to see another fellow enthusiast getting back onboard the Tamiya nitro train🙂 You are very lucky to live in Japan my friend, so many models available there on your auction sites. I look forward to seeing and hearing about your restoration, feel free to reach out if you need anything👍🍻🇦🇺

Hi mate, thanks for watching👍 Unfortunately I am not looking to downsize my collection at the moment but I will be sure to let you know if any are coming up for sale. Good luck in your search my friend🍻🇦🇺

Hi mate, thanks for watching👍 There were quite a few varients of the OS CV engines, with the .12 coming in Blue, Red, charcoal and Im pretty sure I have seen a silver head version too. And I think you are right the .15 was primarily Blue, but also had the cool black and gold hyper heads as an option. This particular engine is a .12 and uses the piston and liner from the Tamiya part numbers, although they are actually the same part in this case, all of the other components are from O.S. Cheers 🍻🇦🇺

Hi mate, thanks for watching👍 There was a Limitless there on the same day, and yes insanely fast, not sure of the guys setup but the poor fella had a blowout too. I managed to catch that clip and it is in one of my other videos.

Hi mate, thanks for watching👍 Yes these backing plate gaskets can be hard to find. I once saw a clip or read somewhere that you can use a thin (as thin as you can find) aluminium adhesive tape, clean the back of the block, apply the tape and then very, very carefully trim away using a craft knife. I have actually tried this method and it seemed to work, although it took a couple of goes to get it right. Other than that, OS backing plate gaskets work from the early CV engines too. Cheers 🍻🇦🇺

I forgot to mention that there is a guy here in Australia who has some aftermarket gasket kits for sale on Ebay, although they are for the FS15lt, the gaskets will suit the FS12lt with the exception of the exhaust gasket👍

Hi mate, thanks for watching👍 Yeah good times with these old girls, they aren't the fastest, but always put a smile on your face, thats for sure🙂 Shame you had to sell the old GT-R, maybe one day it will come around again👍 Cheers 🍻🇦🇺

Hey mate, thanks for watching👍 New TNX sounds like barn find of the year, well done🤟 These big old trucks never disappoint unlike the earlier TGM01 and TGM02 models, altough without them we wouldnt have TGM03 and TGM04😁 Good to see a fellow enthusiast aboard the nostalgic nitro train🚂🚃 Have fun mate. Cheers 🍻🇦🇺

Too funny mate🤣🤣

Hi mate, thanks for watching👍 Yep nitro and metal all the way🤟🤟 Cheers 🍻🇦🇺