Midnight Pumpkin Mods

[@xthumprx]

Love your back wall. Tamiya's were the in thing when I was a kid, but could never afford them. Now I got about 20 RC's in 2 years, eight of them Tamiya's and counting. Just bought a Midnight Pumpkin metallic edition & Super Clod Buster for my next builds. Your videos help out with upgrades needed for these builds. Nice to see another Canadian too that enjoys the Tamiya's. Most of the guys I now here in Toronto want Arrma's, Traxxas, anything RTR that goes fast. I like to build, play, break, & rebuild with upgrades.

[@poorboysrc]

Thanks for watching, my fellow Canuck! 👊 I'm in the same boat, when I was a kid there was no way my mom could afford Tamiya, I was lucky to get the Sears buggies of the day. Haha. Makes collecting them today that much more special. Glad you're enjoying the channel, cool profile pic, one crazy summer, right?

[@xthumprx]

@@poorboysrc Yes it is 8-) My mother couldn't afford it also trying to raise 3 kids on her own. She passed away summer of 2019, shortly after I got my first RC and it's ballooned. My kids are loving the experience we never had.

[@poorboysrc]

@@xthumprx similar story here pal, mom passed back in '98 after busting her butt to raise three kids of her own. Glad to be able to re-live some of those great days we had together in the 80's and 90's. 👊

[@camrowdrone6497]

Great mod my lunch box needs this 👊🏻👍🏻

[@poorboysrc]

Super simple, quick and effective! 👊

[@rileysvideos2059]

Awesome stuff Fil, very cool and easy mods. 3d printed parts are the new future for rc upgrades for sure. They even sell 3d printers on rc websites now. Party on dudes🎸

[@poorboysrc]

Yeah dude, I was impressed by the quality of those parts. I'm a believer now! 🤙

[@Superutubeking]

So cool I love this good job 👍🏻

[@poorboysrc]

Thanks pal! 👊

[@DustyFingersRC]

Interesting to see another take in these fixes 👍🏼

[@poorboysrc]

Thanks again for watching! 👊

[@joeyg2521]

Long wheel base definitely looks better👌🏼

[@poorboysrc]

Yeah I think so too. It gives it more of a Muscle Truck look, which I really like. 😁

[@MrMaximuskodrata]

Great.. I suggest make the lunch box front shock more shorter about 5mm or use 75mm shocks.

[@poorboysrc]

Not a bad idea, I might put some o-rings in the shock body to shorten up the front ones a wee bit.

[@ALLairBBandPelletGuns]

Agree, it looks like a modern version of the pumpkin. I have quite a few vintage Tamiya vehicles that I run. If I am building a kit for display, I always do box art for the paint color and decals

[@poorboysrc]

Box art for display is definitely the way to go! 👊

[@cutterbacon]

I avoid box art if i wanted to be a clone i would buy xb.

[@allpraisetothemosthigh7770]

Great job, thank you

[@poorboysrc]

Thanks for watching! 👍🏻

[@ShadeTreeKennyT]

There used to a company called Miracle Speedway in the late 80's that made parts for these. They had a brass bushing kit for the front A arm ends, a diff shim kit to remove slop and play from the gearbox, a small bearing to replace the bronze one in the spur gear, and a rear tie brace for the differential.

[@poorboysrc]

No way, I didn't know that, thanks for sharing! 👊

[@joeyg2521]

Love your channel just subscribed👍🏻 just bought my 3rd lunchbox (other 2 sold years ago) gonna do these mods along with front double wishbone in front & 3300kv brushless keep up the awesome vids especially on cw01 chasis😊 Regards from Australia🇦🇺

[@poorboysrc]

Right on, thanks for coming on board, mate! The Midnight Pumpkin is my fav RC! It's tough to match the amount of fun you can have with this chassis. Good luck with your build! 👊🏼

[@isaiahfurrow7414]

That part and the Ampro front end makes me want these kits now.... have always wanted a pumpkin, and maybe lunchbox... but didn't want a kit that didn't handle reasonably well (used to race kits)... I was tempted to get the early 50s body and do a tribute pumpkin paintjob and put my stampede back together instead... now I will likely put the Pede back together as it was before(PedeRacer), and get a Tamiya kit... Thanks for the video...

[@poorboysrc]

The Ampro front end is so cool! I think I'm going to add it to my MP soon. My first hobby grade RC was the MP and I've been on a life-long journey to make it handle well. 🤣🤣🤣

[@guymarotta2596]

What about side- to-side articulation of the rear axle? Do the new parts allow the rear axle to roll sideways?

[@poorboysrc]

Not so much, the rear axle doesn't have the "up/down" movement as it did before, it's locked into place firmly creating a rigid, but more planted driving feel.

[@twotone85]

I like the short wheel base on my pumpkin, climbs hills better and has a way better turning circle.

[@poorboysrc]

Have you tried the LWB kit?

[@madsrcbuggy]

Oh, this video was really for me! I already finished the rear on my Lunchbox, but I didn't do any mods yet, was in doubt which of the popular options I'd choose, I think this settled it for me! In a way, this is easiest and best, I already have some sheet nylon, add some aluminium or carbon fiber, I could quite easily make a couple of these mounts, I can even lower the ride height this way, it is great! Too bad I'm travelling, it'll be a while before I get to do this, I miss my Lunchbox, ha ha!

[@poorboysrc]

Get the creative juices flowing! I'm really curious to see what you build! 👊

[@jasongoulden2938]

Surely the rear shocks are less affective now after installing the mod due to them being positioned at a more slanted angle but looks awesome all the same

[@poorboysrc]

They feel a bit softer at this angle, maybe it just me? Lol! Either way, it looks like it's going fast while it's standing still. 😆

[@IowaBudgetRCBashers]

Love it.

[@poorboysrc]

Tha ks for watching!

[@VallonesRCHobby]

We need to do a follow up on this!

[@poorboysrc]

Time to collaborate! 👊

[@shawn67mustang]

That rear end mod is cool. But nothing beats the fx10 front suspension mod

[@poorboysrc]

@@shawn67mustang never heard of it, got a link?

[@shawn67mustang]

@@poorboysrc www.tamiyaclub.com/forum/index.php?/topic/69782-lunchbox-fx10-front-arm-conversion-another-take/

[@poorboysrc]

@@shawn67mustang wow that's awesome! Always looks so funny to me when I see a Lunchy or MP without crazy front camber! 🤣

[@djcutlas1976]

This is super cool!.... I see you went brushless as well, I have the very same oil shocks.... I'm having a hard time installing them in the rear. Have you done a video on that?

[@poorboysrc]

I don't think I did a separate video on the shock install. Where are you stuck, perhaps I can help? 🍻

[@rworden96]

Interesting that your wheelbase parts seemed to fit in the chassis pretty easily. I had to sand down the rc renew parts quite a bit because they wouldn’t fit in the holes

[@poorboysrc]

They were a tight fit, that's for sure! But they did slide in ok. 👊

[@muddfoot69]

Have you tried the ampro parts? He makes really good stuff

[@poorboysrc]

Not yet, but I really should. I'd love to have his front end kit! 😍

[@flyingfortressrc1794]

I like them both but the front end camber definitely should help. New subscriber here.

[@poorboysrc]

Welcome aboard, amigo! 👊

[@danieln-malcolm5395]

What are your thoughts on locking the differential

[@poorboysrc]

I've never done it, but I've thought of doing it many times. I think it would create too much of a "drifter" feel, since the back end is so light and the solid axle suspension is so stiff.

[@David-xy9yo]

Does upgrading to oil shocks get rid of all the clunking sound when driving off road?

[@poorboysrc]

Oh yeah! It helps a lot! It also helps to dampen the body posts with an o-ring.

[@David-xy9yo]

@poorboysrc Thanks.

[@David-xy9yo]

@@poorboysrc Amazon delivered the Oil Shocks today. Installed them and the difference is like night and day.

[@ValleyRC]

Looks good but the "anti slap" feature also eliminates the gearboxes ability to articulate side to side which is why it has the slots to begin with. Not a major deal really because the suspension locks up under throttle anyway so you're not losing much functionality and it removes the slap but it's worth mentioning. The axle won't be able to roll side to side when off the throttle any more but off the throttle isn't a common occurrence on these anyway.

[@poorboysrc]

100% my friend, I figured the locked rear axle offers more benefits than drawbacks. Car handled great in the test runs, too!

[@captainchaos3053]

May I ask why you might want it longer?

[@poorboysrc]

A couple reasons: Mostly, just for a different look. I've had a Midnight Pumpkin since 1988, so it's cool to see it in a new configuration. Secondly, it provides a tiiiiny bit more stability with the longer wheelbase. 👊🏼

[@captainchaos3053]

@@poorboysrc fair enough. I love my old tamiya cars. Have you ever fully lowered a lunchbox/pumpkin. I like to drop them low and run them on worn out tyres. I have one with a load of lead in the nose and it does super burn outs.

[@poorboysrc]

@@captainchaos3053 Haha, now that sounds cool. No, I've never lowered one, but I've been tempted to. I bought the M-06 Lowride Pumpkin, my wife put an AMAZING paint job on it, so that satisfies my lowrider Pumpkin itches. 🤜

[@captainchaos3053]

@@poorboysrc Those low ride pumpkin are sweet. I must try and get my hands on one. I press out the stock stub axles fill the holes and then refit them to make the wheels sit as square as I can on the front.

[@rudysandoval8618]

Do you have a video where you test? Run does it steal Willie?

[@poorboysrc]

Yeah dude, I've got a whole Playlist dedicated to the MP! You can watch it here: Tamiya Midnight Pumpkin: kzbin.info/aero/PLtmwxB5aoF03WLjR3CMxucu_CsnLj173g

[@derricksazrc3411]

Really Cool Music

[@poorboysrc]

Thanks! 🤙

[@greggmeyer5836]

Can you tell me where I can but these mods? I’m also interested in buying better shocks on all four corners.

[@poorboysrc]

Ebay for the wheelbase extension kit and Amazon/eBay for the shocks. 👊

[@jamescollins5274]

I expect this and Ampro's long wheelbase mods cannot be used with the transmission clip / brace mod? (Which does a similar job to the third shock mod)

[@poorboysrc]

I can't speak for the Ampro LWB mod, never used it, but this LWB mod eliminates the need for a fifth shock or the like. The gearbox is held in snug and can't slap around like it does when it's stock.

[@jamescollins5274]

@@poorboysrc love the videos by the way. Keep them going! Do you notice any issues with the rear wheel suspension not being able to articulate independently?

[@poorboysrc]

@@jamescollins5274 thanks pal, I have no plans on stopping, just been taking a bit of a break this summer. Appreciate the support! -- I'd say the rear axle doesn't articulate as much as it did before, but the truck feels a lot more planted and drives more predictably with this mod. 👊

[@pureblood1005]

I just bought the midnight pumpkin and I am going to order those parts . What are you running motor wise and shock ? Thanks

[@poorboysrc]

Midnight Pumpkin is my favorite RC, you're gonna love it! I'm running a Leopard RC 10T brushless system in it, with Injora oil filled shocks.

[@rileysvideos2059]

Off subject, but I finally dropped a traxxas vielion brushless in my grasshopper w/ 18t pinion, and Holy smokes! That woke it up big time. Ready for some beach driving finally, got traxxas servo on there, I just need to figure out how to waterproof the receiver, anyone have any ideas? Also, should I call it a Tami-ass? Or Traxx-ima?

[@poorboysrc]

Tami-ass, all the way! Lol! 🤣 I've had good success waterproofing electronics with plasti-dip. Works great! 💪 Party on dude! 🤙

[@derricksazrc3411]

These parts would be great for a Drag modified Pumpkin.

[@poorboysrc]

Now that would be an interesting build! 🤔

[@greggmeyer5836]

What is the difference between the wild pumpkin and the midnight pumpkin. I’ve never heard of the wild pumpkin. I have a midnight pumpkin. Have searched for wild pumpkin but ZERO hits. Please fill me in.

[@poorboysrc]

I've never heard of the Wild Pumpkin before either, did I say Wild Pumpkin in the video?

[@rogerfrean6432]

Are these available in the UK?

[@poorboysrc]

The mods, or the Pumpkin itself?

[@dottiesimard68]

You need to make it a dually

[@poorboysrc]

I thought about it... I've got some more hop ups that just came in the mail today, so stay tuned for more Midnight Pumpkin vids! 👍🏻

[@Tailgatesntoolboxes]

Look into ampro...i have a few of his parts on my lunchbox

[@poorboysrc]

Ampro is the man! I want his front suspension setup for the CW-01.

[@FireBlood06]

Hi, i am french , where to buy the body shell orange ? have you got a link to buy ? thank you

[@poorboysrc]

You have to buy the body from TBG: www.teambluegroove.com then paint it with the paint mentioned in the video. 👊

[@JeepsCafe]

Love the Pumpkin and Lunchbox looks awesome. That new mod sure made the Pumpkin look xtra good, are the black rims from the black edition Lunchbox?

[@poorboysrc]

Thanks pal, I couldn't agree more! 👍 And yes, those black wheels are from the black edition Lunchy. 😀

[@JeepsCafe]

@@poorboysrc may have to pickup the Pumpkin and Box after seeing the ones you have. Enabler! 🤣🤣🤣

[@poorboysrc]

@@JeepsCafe hahaha, just try it once, first time is free! Lol! 🤣

[@johnspencer7291]

the link for the rear mounts doesent work

[@poorboysrc]

Yeah this vid's probably a year old now. But if you search eBay, you'll find them. 👊

[@homeworkpictureshq]

Cool... I just upload my midnight pumpkin (crome)

[@poorboysrc]

Still my fav RC

[@pattyofurniture5674]

I got mine

[@rrohring1970]

Dude great video. But I’m trying to think how you can say you are “Poor Boys RC” when you have like a billion RC vehicles behind you?

[@poorboysrc]

Fair question: Read my bio and it'll make more sense. 👊

[@rcnitroflux2361]

Looks great phil mod one looks better in my opinion bud

[@poorboysrc]

Thanks for the comment! I agree, the modded version looks a lot better! 🤙

[@kitchenbriks3685]

This parts were actually pretty poor quality prints. You should never get parts with stringing hanging off. Their printer was definitely not tuned.

[@poorboysrc]

I'm no 3D printed expert, that's for sure. I can say this, this kit is quite tough, I've beat on mine pretty hard. 👍🏻

[@anzacforever832]

Not much difference really

[@poorboysrc]

Not much, but just enough to make it stand out a little. 👌

[@VallonesRCHobby]

Love it man! You make me wanna paint my pumpkin orange! =) Be excellent to each other!

[@poorboysrc]

Yeah buddy! The comour is really wicked, really pops in the sun!