Tamiya 6x6 KONGHEAD Review and Motor Upgrade

Tamiya Konghead 6x6
See here the running video (stock setup): • Tamiya 6x6 KONGHEAD Fi...
Motor Upgrade: Tamiya Super Stock BZ (23 turns)
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CVA Super Mini Oil Shocks are possible to install:
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Ball Bearings: Tamiya 1150 (36 pieces)
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[@the1stgigpig]

Thank you for inspiring me to build my own! I went a brushless and you are right, way too much power. But with 2ws on gravel.... greatest dirt drifting ever!! I'm gonna get lipo soon. Thank you again mate!!!!

[@Matteomeier]

Thanks Benny for your nice feedback! 👍👍😊

[@wereallydontknowwhatweredo5038]

4 wheel steering and that motor look like it makes a big difference. Good size comparison too, using that Lunchbox as reference gives me a very good idea of the actual size of the Konghead. Great job!!

[@Matteomeier]

Thanks! Glad it was helpful! 😊

[@rcalltypes8230]

Another good video, I always like all the information I get. Most know that Tamiya need to include ball bearings in their kits & I wish they would fit b/bearings to their bz,tz & rz motors, I did it to my rz motor, no need to oil motor bushes anymore & its ment to give you an extra 10% more RPM & torque & hold to rotor true less drag especially on the pinion side.Keep making videos Matteo. Cheers

[@Matteomeier]

Thanks for your good comment! I think Tamiya try to keep the price low, to give more people a chance to start with. After a while, it is also nice to install some upgrades...

[@fildadic4217]

Great video Matteo! What a unique chassis, I would never have imagined it being constructed that way, very cool! Keep up the amazing work!

[@Matteomeier]

Thanks Fil!

[@shahram72]

As much as I love your running videos, I also enjoy your overviews like this. Keep it up!

[@Matteomeier]

Thank you so much! 😊

[@koamarco2366]

pro tip : you can watch movies on flixzone. Been using them for watching loads of movies lately.

[@rodrigogrady7388]

@Koa Marco Definitely, been using Flixzone for years myself =)

[@blueballs5150]

I was planning on getting one of these. I love tamiya kits and was gonna put an upgrade crawler motor, good servo, crawler/trail tires, possibly better shocks and cut off the back and build a flatbed. I know this really isn’t for crawling but as a trail truck it would probably be pretty fun 👽

[@Matteomeier]

Do you know, it exist a crawler version of this from Tamiya: kzbin.info/www/bejne/lXi0dpylg6eonsU kzbin.info/www/bejne/jHu7h42IiJ6tg80

[@jeffbarton3353]

It looks really fun. Not as slow as i thought it would be

[@StandingUpForBetter]

Matteo again well done! I loved the look at the inside of this beast. I LOVE the engineering that went into getting that 6 wheel drive performance from one motor. The design is incredible compact and elegant. Never thought about getting a Konghead before but now I am seriously considering it. Watching your videos it going to make be go broke. Keep up the great work!

[@Matteomeier]

Thank so much! And yes, it makes more fun as it looks at first! 👍😊

[@madtopp]

This looks a like a great alternative to the lunchbox/midnight pumpkin and with the motor upgrade it's a load better I would swop the shocks though. Another brilliant informational video.

[@Matteomeier]

Thanks Madtopp! Yes, of course oil shocks are a good upgrade!

[@ralphhowing3473]

You've got that right only Tamiya comes up with all the good stuff and all the kits work as well if not better then described

[@nighthawkj30A4]

I have the same motor in my cc-01 Unimog 425 great motor! Plenty of power for a brushed setup.

[@Matteomeier]

Nice, yes thats true!

[@plorks445]

Great video. Was wondering how big the tires were compared to a clod and you answered that question perfectly.

[@Matteomeier]

Glad it helped!

[@RcAVENTURE.V.F.R]

This truck is fantastic with those 6 wheels, nice upgrade 👍 👍 👍 👍 👍

[@Matteomeier]

Thanks! 😊

[@MrGibbie2210]

Hi Matteo, I love your videos, but I cannot help wondering why we have never had a tour of your garage .... you must have a lot of cars and trucks now, tamiya must love you being an ambassador for their products.

[@Matteomeier]

Thanks Graham! Maybe because my garage is very small. I have no space to display all the models, unfortunately the most are in boxes.

[@uncletom1971]

Exquisite video content, thanks again Matteo. Also thank you for the links to the upgrades. And what a neat little stabilizer rod for the body. I need to install it in mine. Yes, I remember when seeing the Konghead first time; "I will never buy that freak!". But last month I bought it and built it, and it is a keeper. I will never regret it. I use the silver can motor with 18t pinion, and for my needs it has just the right power.

[@Matteomeier]

Thanks Tomas! Glad it was helpful, and you have the same experience as me! And yes, it makes fun even with the kit motor! 👍😊

[@Andrew-bv6qc]

Awesome video I love how you use all tamiya motors and esc

[@Matteomeier]

Thanks Andrew! 👍

[@lsear2905]

An update on mine: I've got a Traxxas XL5 with LVD, running a Titan 12T brushed motor... and I slightly modified your idea with the body posts, using an old plastic turnbuckle as a brace between them, then a little bit of foam on top to stop the rattling. I've recently installed some cheap eBay shocks, that required additional screws and washers to mount, but they need the lightest shock oil. Love these trucks!

[@Matteomeier]

Cool! Always great to make some modifications / improvements! 👍😊

[@taffer74]

I used Tamiya cva shock set x2 part number 53619, its cheaper because you need to use the kit springs (none included)great video!

[@Matteomeier]

Great! Thanks! 👍

[@Tamiya8584]

taffer74 could you Tell me how long the Shocks are on the Konghead hole to hole? 65mm as the WR02? Thnx

[@taffer74]

yes same as wr02, you can also use the longer shock ends for 70mm

[@Tomsnfive]

Cooles Video! Toll mal den Konghead in verschiedenen settings zu sehen. Und vorallem nicht in andauernder Zeitlupe. Weil da kann man sich als noch nicht Besitzer schon mal ein Bild von der Geschwindigkeit machen. Weiter so!

[@Matteomeier]

Danke! Freut mich wenns informativ war! 👍

[@beechmountainrc1668]

Thanks for another great video. My Kong is on the way, but it's awesome to get as much information as I can.

[@Matteomeier]

Nice! Have fun with yours! 👍😊

[@unoefxz]

the dirt cover also keep magnetic stuff such as ore out of the open bell motors. Pantyhose work well too.

[@Matteomeier]

Yes, thanks for your informative feedback! 👍

[@ShenRC]

Nice upgrades , the motor you used looks perfect for it!

[@Matteomeier]

Thanks Steve! 👍👍

[@alholsbo5934]

That's pretty cool, nice job. For a introductory RC that looks like it would be a lot of fun👍🧀🇺🇸

[@Matteomeier]

Thanks! Yes, it's a fun RC!

[@robertlongley9153]

Good review i just picked one up. Thanks for the tips i will install the bearings and the hop up motor

[@Matteomeier]

Thanks Robert, glad it was helpful!

[@tehbluemuppetz6363]

Great video - as always! Me and a buddy are considering getting the Konghead and this helps!

[@Matteomeier]

That's good! Thanks and have fun! 👍😊

[@MrBMBuilder]

I have this one but not built yet. You have to love Tamiya

[@Matteomeier]

Yes, it's an old love....

[@1975generallee]

I got the TBLE02S and the BZ motors came with the mail today. I've read in the manual that this ESC is suitable for 25T motors and more. I have to order another ESC I guess.

[@RC4X4]

Did you get another esc? I was going to use my TBLE02S as well. Strange how they can handle lower wound brushless motors.

[@robertobassi1843]

Stranissima macchina!ma è rtr ?e poi sarebbe possibile allargare i supporti delle sospensioni?e trasformarlo in brushless?naturalmente complimenti come sempre per i tuoi video

[@DavidDonkel]

Awesome video as always!!! I really enjoyed the building series of the Avante; will you do more?

[@Matteomeier]

Thanks David. Maybe later. It needs a lot of effort and time to do it! 😊

[@jdcarr8529]

Awesome review Matteo. Like the Super Stock BZ upgrade. Wonder what it would do with a torque tuned 540???

[@Matteomeier]

Thanks! Sure, torque tuned would be a good option too, even it would go not so fast as with the BZ.

[@bonek350]

That's really neat. Great video.

[@Matteomeier]

Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it

[@agusttab]

Would love to see you also do a review on Tamiya Clod Buster.

[@Matteomeier]

Yes, but I dont have it! 😢

[@Nlangkirby135]

I have news, I might be getting a Tamiya Konghead for Christmas.

[@Matteomeier]

Cool! Have fun with! 👍😊

[@asplenia]

Another great review! I can not wait to get one. Asplenia.

[@Matteomeier]

Thanks Asplenia!

[@RC4X4]

Great video Matteo. I will have one coming soon. I like that motor too.

[@Matteomeier]

Thanks! Have fun with yours! 👍

[@rcmikeklein5512]

i opened my konghead yesterday, so cool truck so many gears and bearings i think i will install a mild brushless motor, you ever try tamiya brushless motors they seam kinda expensive what do you think ?

[@Matteomeier]

I think there are many others with the same or better performance for less price for example from Team Orion

[@satorrotas]

Excellent job , great video !!

[@Matteomeier]

Merci beaucoup!

[@CORINKERSTEN]

This is an awesome video mate!!!! Do you stand on a ladder when testing? You look high up. Thanks keep up the clear chassis overviews!!!!!

[@Matteomeier]

Thanks! Glad you like it! No not really, in fact I'm a small guy! 😅😊 Maybe it's because of the cameras lens and perspective...

[@TheCholmes729]

I am buying one. Lol. Who else thinks of Borat when listening to him speak?

[@Matteomeier]

Have fun with yours! You're not the first to say that! 😂😂😂

[@Jurgentaur]

Man I love this truck,maby I will own one😅👍

[@Matteomeier]

Go for it! 👍😊

[@Jurgentaur]

Maby some day👍

[@clegomanrun1294]

Does the motor fit onto a grasshopper

[@1975generallee]

Ok Thanks I will look for a better ESC for the BZ motor.

[@mikeymike3240]

Hi Matteo, super video, lovin the upgrades to the konghead, it goes really good. 😀 👍 👍 👍

[@Matteomeier]

Thanks Mike! Glad you liked it!

[@tonyromano6220]

Tamiya is amazing.

[@heeelmooi]

Excellent video and great truck!

[@Matteomeier]

Thank you!

[@scalebuildersguild]

Thank you for the review Matteo!

[@Matteomeier]

Thanks Mat for your comment! 😊

[@escape150]

Very good video 👍🏻 With all those gears was it a complicated build or fairly easy. Also do you need to buy the electronic speed control and servos or does it come with them. Thanks for another great video

[@Matteomeier]

Thanks! No, this build is not complicated, it's easy do do. And yes, you have to buy electronics, only the motor is included.

[@BLThackrey]

very good ! I wonder if it would float ?

[@Matteomeier]

Thanks! Maybe with sealed tires! Would be a nice test!

[@MauriceRCProductions]

Toller Umbau Matteo! Hat auf jeden Fall mehr Leistung nach dem Umbau! Das Chassis steckt mir ja auch noch in der Nase😁😅 Daumen hoch und Danke für das gute Review! 😃👍👍

[@Matteomeier]

Hatte zunächst auch meine Zweifel bei dem Fahrzeug, aber es macht tatsächlich eine Menge Spass! 👍

[@MauriceRCProductions]

Matteo's RC Movies Glaube ich sehr gerne! Besonders weil es einfach außergewöhnlich ist! 😃😁

[@BuoyEngine]

Nice work!! If the KONGHEAD linked some trailer , the running scenes maybe so terrible!!

[@Matteomeier]

Yes, that would be crazy! Thanks Buoy!

[@marcospagan7345]

Y liked monster truck is favorite monster and respond exelent y want one monster truck.😁

[@kazacorpora]

NIIIIIICE , i use the same motor in my lunch box

[@Matteomeier]

Merci Kaza! Seems its a good motor! 👍

[@kazacorpora]

right , 6 years i use it

[@tinokung7554]

Ein bisschen mehr Power scheint gut zu sein. Mir ist aber auch aufgefallen das alle Zahnräder aus Kunststoff sind, hast du da keine bedenken? Mir gefällt der Staubschutz für den Motor. Hab ich so noch nicht gesehen, tolles Video Matteo!!

[@Matteomeier]

Danke Tino! Die Kunststoffzahnräder sind kein Problem. Die sind alle recht breit, ca 2cm, das macht sie sehr stabil. Was mich eher stört sind die Plastiklager, da hätte ich lieber Kugellager drin.

[@tinokung7554]

Da hast du recht. Kugellager sind immer gut. Wenn man aber den Preis betrachtet ist es für mich ok. Günstige Kugellager halten bei Dreck und Wasser auch nicht lange.

[@Mark-g4z2s]

Am thinking about one. Change the pinion , 18 or 20, without transmission gear changes??

[@jiakabery3550]

Hi from Oregon USA. Love your videos. Are you Finish?

[@Matteomeier]

No, I’m from Switzerland 🇨🇭😊

[@focuszx]

Great video! Thank You

[@Matteomeier]

Thank you! 😊

[@BasBoyRC]

The moor was a cool upgrade but brushless I think would be too much :-)

[@Matteomeier]

Me too! It works fine now! 👍

[@BlackTalon53]

I have run dozens and dozens of LiPos through an LRP X11 5,5t motor in an old TT-01 chassis, never had the slightest issues with too much power. Tamiya looks cheap, but the models are indestructible.

[@davesak]

Hello Matteo, i am a big fan of your videos! what motors would you recommend for a clodbuster? i dont want to go brushless but it must be able to climb a bit and mayby make some wheelies!!

[@Matteomeier]

Thanks! Glad you like my videos. I would rcommend something lightly tuned. But I don't know wheelies are possible with brushed motors...

[@RediscoveringRetro]

Great video, very informative.

[@Matteomeier]

Thanks! Glad it was helpful! 👍😊

[@leewood8508]

Cool as always my friend an thanks for the body post tip ;).

[@Matteomeier]

Thanks Lee! Glad it was helpful! 👍

[@bravobob1]

A dirty Tamiya is a happy Tamiya !

[@Matteomeier]

True words! 👍😊

[@Meesochan]

Watched fully!!! Thumbs up!

[@Matteomeier]

Good to hear! Thanks! 👍👍

[@rcjijii3655]

Hello! It's being always watched. Do you know a new item? SKID GUARD and Clear Gray Chassis It's being introduced with today's my video. You'll put the same item, too!

[@justincase948]

Great info on this truck 👍👍

[@Matteomeier]

Thanks for your good feedback! 😊👍

[@PeteWylieRC]

Thanks Matteo, very informative. When I get round to building mine I've got a 3500kv brushless set to go in it but if that proves to be too much then I've got a slightly worn out 2950kv that can go in. I have found in the past that the friction shocks are ok for a while but they soon get clogged up with dust and don't move so well. Are yours still ok ? Also, have you painted the silver bits like the grill on the outside ? I noticed that it had got a bit chipped. Does look good though :-)

[@Matteomeier]

Thanks Pete! Dampers works fine till yet, let's see what happens after more runs. And yes, painted the silver from the outside, was much easier, could use the protection film for masking. 😊👍

[@tapanipakkanen699]

This would be great car for winter use. Extra pair of tires prevent truck stucking in soft snow. Stock Lunch Box tire is poor on ice and hard snow, rubber is too hard. Tamiya Dump truck tires work much much better because soft rubber and studs.

[@Matteomeier]

Yes, thats true! Hope we'll get a lot of snow this winter to try it out!

[@80Tamiya]

Hello Matteo, just wondering if you have any heat problems with the BZ motor over heating? I have tried a couple of different 540 motors and they get 160F+ within 5-10mins of use. Any feedback would be appreciated. thx.👍

[@Matteomeier]

These brushed motors get extremely hot. That is normal. And the more power they have, the hotter they get. The original Tamiya manual says to let them cool down after each battery pack.

[@80Tamiya]

@@Matteomeier Thanks for the reply Matteo, it confirms for me nothing is wrong, just a big 6x6 with a small motor. Yes, it seems brushed motors are a thing of the past now, but I choose to run them for nostalgia reasons 🤩. I now have a heatsink on the BZ motor, 5 mins run time and it is time to let it cool down and bring out my grasshopper and lunchbox 👊

[@SuppleBun]

Hey, thats pretty good!

[@Matteomeier]

Thanks Joon! 😊

[@1974rabj]

Nice video, it is greatly appreciated!

[@Matteomeier]

Thanks! Your nice comment is greatly appreciated too! 🙏😊

[@miniRCSports]

i love this konghead :)

[@Matteomeier]

Yes, it's a cute little monster! 😊

[@NordicRC]

Thumbs up! Very Nice overview. Love that cute thing. You never break in motors?

[@Matteomeier]

Thanks! No not really, install it and go. Makes it a big difference to break it in?

[@NordicRC]

Matteo's RC Movies I have no idea so was looking for your opinion :-) Some people say it do - some people say it is unneccasary. Some times I do it - but more often than not I just do like you :-)

[@Matteomeier]

Ok, I have the same opinion. Of course I've done it with nitro or gas engines, but I think with electric motors it's not necessary...

[@jamesrowe6632]

It does make a difference in its longevity it helps to break in the brushes properly. I raced electric trucks and cars in the 80s and early 90s and always broke in my motors. Great vid by the way

[@MrKdr500]

Brushed motors need breaking in for the brushes (forward-reverse at low speed with zero load) brushless doesn't need breaking in. Race motors generally come with better matched clearances on the brushes so normally breaking in is not necessary.

[@PeteWylieRC]

Just a quick comment as there has been much chat about a brushless system being too much for the G6-01 Konghead. I've put a 3500kv Abisma set in mine and it's pretty quick but still only tops out at 20mph with a 2S lipo according to my GPS when I strapped it on. I don't think that there is too much to worry about in the gearbox so long as you use ball bearings. Obviously something will wear out eventually but my GF-01 has had a brushless set for ages and hasn't worn the gears out yet. I think that these cheap brushless systems aren't set to have a very agressive start which may cause breakages. I'd definitely recommend going brushless with this unless you are running it in a small area. Having said all that, don't blame me if you do and it breaks !! Check out my channel for a vid of mine running :-)

[@Matteomeier]

Thanks Pete, 100% agree! 👍

[@Nlangkirby135]

Can you tell me what is the diameter of the small metal rods used to stabilize the body posts?

[@jeffreylim5210]

Very nice & fun.

[@Matteomeier]

Thanks Jeffrey!

[@thestuffz]

Konghead is on my "want list" but so is the pumpkin low rider lol

[@Matteomeier]

That's good! 👍

[@lacucaracha111111]

basically 1,5 wild wheely chassi

[@Matteomeier]

It's a GF-01 chassis with 6 wheels. Wild willy is only 2wd.

[@IntegraDIY]

Only things it needs is upgraded tires, bearings, aluminum oil dampers and a brushless motor. Cool truck!

[@Matteomeier]

Yes, with this it would be a perfect Monster! Thanks! 👍

[@gregoryguza4623]

Brushless might be overkill for this truck as it'll be too fast-constantly flipping over and breaking things. Plus-it only has plastic gears in the gearbox.

[@IntegraDIY]

If your rc is not about to explode, you are doing it all wrong;) besides, they have less powerful brushless motors

[@deusexaethera]

If your RC is about to explode, you're bored with the hobby and you need to move on to tuning real cars. I have 42 RCs, and none of them can tear their drivetrain apart. I made sure of that, strengthening where possible and reducing power if necessary.

[@jasonmatney9037]

dumb comment, you dont need brushless or a 70mph in a rc to make it fun.

[@domesday8]

Nice build! Where can we get the motor cover?

[@Matteomeier]

Thank you! The cover is included with the motor.

[@marcflipsen6544]

BZ motor with the standard ESC, Matteo? Does that work well? I recently bought the Konghead and I'm looking for a motorupgrade beforehand. Please your advice.

[@Matteomeier]

No, I can not recommend. The BZ motor needs a better esc with more Amps. The stock esc is on its limit and sometimes it stops because overheating.

[@BALAZSER1]

Sweet man, that's awesome!!! Subscribed !!!

[@Matteomeier]

Thanks! Glad you liked it! And thanks for sub! 👍🙏

[@BALAZSER1]

Matteo's RC Movies I also gave you and the other RC guys I subscribe to a shout out in my latest video, yours is the last one, I didn't pronounce it right, but I will pronounce it better next time👍kzbin.info/www/bejne/qYmUXnSpd9ules0

[@Jaketunnell]

I have a tamiya grasshopper 1984 but it's knackered need money spent on it to get it to work up to working condition I have a team corally rdx touring brushless and hsp xstr pro brushless buggy with upgraded aluminium parts and better wheels with tyres me and my mate have one and he has a hpi hot bodies tcxx touring car and traxxas stampede 2wd nitro which he got dead cheap these aren't are only hobbies we do motocross to

[@Matteomeier]

Cool stuff! Have fun there! 👍

[@微笑人形]

Very good!!

[@Matteomeier]

Thanks!

[@rcextreme411]

good review

[@Matteomeier]

Thanks! 🙏

[@1975generallee]

Hi Matteo, do you use the original ESC?

[@Matteomeier]

Yes, but with the BZ motor it should used a better one. Sometimes it stops because of overheating. It's not strong enough.

[@Nlangkirby135]

@@Matteomeier Have you tried the hobbywing wp-1060a brushed waterproof esc?

[@BlackThunderRC]

Servo endpoints are not set right

[@Chris-hall9080]

it may just be me, but the servo set up looks messy. not any real flat lying setup like usual

[@Matteomeier]

Yes, it looks a bit weird, as on so many Tamiya constructions.... But it works well.

[@ЮрийКовалев-г9х]

Спасибо 😊

[@Matteomeier]

Спасибо

[@RCTeamAustria]

cool

[@Matteomeier]

Danke!

[@ventisette.]

Could REALLY do with a brushless

[@Matteomeier]

Of course it would be possible! 👍😊

[@Powershotknecht]

ein ganz schöne Panzer!

[@Matteomeier]

Ja, aber ohne Waffen! 😊 Danke Tobi!

[@johnrodriguez7786]

so how far over can the motor move to run different size pinions??

[@Matteomeier]

It can be only used 18 and 20 tooth pinion.

[@rcfactory3060]

verygood

[@Matteomeier]

Thanks! 👍😊

[@exlymexlar8735]

Nice

[@Matteomeier]

Thanks! 😊

[@xxdra5453]

+Matteo's RC Movies.harga?(price?👍👍)

[@dipogdepogperezfarias2516]

Conculta a que paguina se puede pedir este modelito por favor gracias

[@Matteomeier]

It depends where do live on this planet. This shop ships worldwide: www.stellamodels.com.hk/58646-konghead-tamiya-p-10169.html www.rcjaz.com/tamiya-58646-118-konghead-6x6-g601-p-90079595.html

[@あいざわはじめ]

NiceVideo!!

[@Matteomeier]

Thank you! 🙏

[@philipc239]

👍😍😍😍

[@Matteomeier]

🙏🙏😊

[@afrog2666]

Should have 3x540`s lol..

[@Matteomeier]

👍🤣

[@customgarage9287]

Für den Preis würd ich lieber einen Brushlessmotor kaufem

[@Matteomeier]

Das kann durchaus Sinn machen, aber hat auch nicht nur Vorteile

[@deusexaethera]

Man. Tamiya loves overly-complicated gearboxes, don't they?

[@Matteomeier]

Yes, looks like... 😂 But most of them works fine...

[@deusexaethera]

Yes, they do! It's just funny to see such complicated gearboxes when there are simpler methods. Kyosho loves chain drives. Their old buggies used chain drives, and even their 1/8 monster truck has a chain drive inside the transmission.

[@Matteomeier]

Yes, I remember, in the mid 80es I had a nitro buggy from Graupner/Kyosho with a chain drive. First time I drove it was in dusk, and I could see sparks spray from the chain!

[@offroadrc110]

Shawn Elliott I was thinking the same thing! Never seen a gearbox like that before, I'm used to driveshafts. Looks like a great truck anyways!

[@jeremydorn5168]

Ruby