Tamiya Fighting Buggy First Run

[@98sevensix]

Glad to watch another video of yours! Thanks Addam!

[@AddamsPlayground]

Thanks and I appreciate you hanging out and taking the time to drop a comment.

[@rexrcs]

The view of the rear suspension moving was a treat 😍

[@MauzyrockRC]

I was just going to type that! Lol 👍👍

[@AddamsPlayground]

I wanted to chase behind it and get the rear view but I am not that good!! Too many moving parts and my old self aint much of a runner!!!

[@canuckchuck8836]

Agreed!

[@alexwenzel6932]

I agree that angle of the rear shock working is GOLD!

[@canuckchuck8836]

Again, another great build! The onboard shots make the buggy look like it is going 100mph! "...they've gone plaid!"

[@AddamsPlayground]

LOL!! It did seem to look a ton faster on board for some reason! I know it is fast enough I was not chasing it around with the camera any more than I did... that should be some sort of Olympic sport to drive one handed, keeping the camera on the car and not falling on my face was too much athletic skill for me! I just looked like a drunk guy chasing a chicken!

[@thunderstormrc]

Another awesome looking Tamiya.

[@AddamsPlayground]

Thanks! It really is a time capsule from way back!! Other than the name and sticker I am not sure if anything is different from when it was released. It was a great build and fun drive!

[@mad-beerc3818]

Love the view of the rear mono shock doing its thing Addam👍

[@AddamsPlayground]

I think it is the coolest part about the buggy so I had to try and showcase it. I wanted some super slick and smooth clips like from David at Kai City RC but he has some magic wizardry stuff going on over there to get those shots or something!!! I am not graceful enough for that I quickly realized...

[@IowaBudgetRCBashers]

Ive been waiting for an Addams playground video all night. Wife and daughter took over the tv and I got stuck watching some cheesy hallmark movie lol .. this is my all time favorite Tamiya buggy

[@AddamsPlayground]

LOL, they may be cheesy but they they do kinda suck you into them!!! It is a really neat buggy and it was a great build and other than the super wide turning radius it is a blast to drive. It just take a little bit to learn to plan ahead for all turns!

[@theoagrc]

Love that camera on the buggy over the shock Addam. Very cool RC.

[@AddamsPlayground]

Thanks! I wanted to get the cool behind the car shots like David from Kai City RC does but that is like some sort of extreme action sport and I am too un-athletic and fat to be doing all that!!! I looked like a drunk guy chasing a chicken out there so from now on it will all be on board footage!! LOL

[@theoagrc]

@@AddamsPlayground 🤣😂 I tried something similar and almost ended up breaking my neck so decided against it! David is a master at the craft. His XV-01 video was stunning! I think the on board cam is brilliant pal. Loved seeing that shock working it’s magic

[@n22pdf]

Awesome Addam love this car looks so great really takes me back to those Tamiya promo videos.. looks so good running 🤩🤩👏👍🚴

[@AddamsPlayground]

Other than the stickers and the name it is the same car from way back when!! It is dated, under performing and super heavy in all the best way possible! It really is like building something from the early 80s an I loved building it and driving it (once I got use to the lack of steering!!).

[@n22pdf]

@@AddamsPlayground yeah I’m tempted to pick one of the SRB chassis Tamiyas also like the sand scorcher and the rough rider.. just fun cars

[@AddamsPlayground]

@@n22pdf From what I am told the Sand Scorcher has a better turning radius. I was planning on getting that one but kind of fell in love with the rear suspension of this one. One of these I will get the Scorcher as well but I am glad I very happy with this one!

[@AMAZINGRC]

Awesome rig.!! Absolute monster in the grass.!!! Love the POV video.!!

[@AddamsPlayground]

It did very well out there and other than the lack of turning which takes some getting used to it handles really well. I did not take it to the track as the steering is so wide I knew I was going smash into every corner until I got more run time with it!!

[@AdventureTimeRC]

Nice run Addam Nice to see the on-board video

[@AddamsPlayground]

Thanks! I tried to get some cool chase footage but I am not chase camera operator at all!!! That was a sight I am glad nobody saw!!! It looked like a drunk chasing a chicken around!

[@CarminesRCTipsandTricks]

Great job Addam!! 😎👌 Turned out fantastic! Loved the FPV. That sucker BOOKS!!!

[@AddamsPlayground]

Thanks!! It ran great but it does take a country mile to turn so that took some getting used to. Thankfully I only crashed into soft things of fountain grass instead of something hard!! The onboard shots made it look like it was going light speed but it was about average for a Tamiya buggy. I'll take the added appearance of speed though 😂🤣

[@CarminesRCTipsandTricks]

It definitely looks faster than it is! .... My "other RC Elf" just ordered me a TT-02B! I'm finally going to have one to try to improve! We have a lot of hard packed soil here, so it should do well, if I can get pin Tires. Happy day!! 😊😊😎🤟

[@AddamsPlayground]

@@CarminesRCTipsandTricks Awesome, the stock tires do well on the hard and loose dirt but better on the loose sandy stuff. It'll be a blast!!!

[@CarminesRCTipsandTricks]

@@AddamsPlayground I'm gonna "borrow" the AWESOME Shocks from my RC10, which should really improve the ride! I've got so many ideas. 💡😁

[@Pezzapoo]

Looks killer Addam, classic Tamiya! The end outtake made me lol

[@AddamsPlayground]

It is a great piece of Tamiya history for sure. It was a blast to build and fun to drive once you got used to the lack of steering. The outtake was part of 3 or 4 failed starts to recording the video and I was having a heck of a time just getting through the intro!!! I have only done it lik 150 times now you'd think it would be automatic but I was sputter all kinds of dumb stuff! Brains over here and mouth over there moments!

[@silverrick90]

Buggy looks great! I really like that rear suspension setup.

[@AddamsPlayground]

Thanks! The rear end was what drew me into getting this one. I was going to get the Sand Scorcher which shares the same chassis but not the single rear shock set-up. That whole shock design got me too interested and I got this one instead. I am glad I did!

[@IowaBudgetRCBashers]

Man this thing is awesome.

[@AddamsPlayground]

It is a pretty great kit and it is one that just looks great sitting there!!

[@DustyFingersRC]

They are heavier than expected I agree. Nice seeing it run and cool watching that rear sus working. 👍🏼

[@AddamsPlayground]

It is a satisfying heavy! It reminds you of how much metal is in there! I really love the rear suspension on this, it completely sold me on getting this one over the Sand Scorcher.

[@rcplaytime]

Hell of a nice buggy😃👍👍👍👍👌👌

[@AddamsPlayground]

Thanks! It was a treat to build and a fun one to drive. It did take a bit to get used to the wide turn radius it has. Not gonna win any races in the corners with this one!!!

[@BangForYourBuckRc]

Wicked cool build Addam! Super job on the details! Love the metal bits on it, as it just ads to the realism!. You showed some great physical endurance and agility for a man your age running around following that thing with the cam😀😆. Kinda like running around chasing a 2 yr old!😂! I would of swapped to the on board cameras too after that!🤪 Really good video brother!good

[@AddamsPlayground]

It is a fantastic kit to build and it turned out great. They cashing the car things only lasted a few minutes and I am not a fan at all! One handed driving, running and trying to keep the car in frame while not trying to fall on my face... yeah, that should be some sort of sport all on it's own!!! I looked like a drunk guy chasing a chicken out there!!! On board camera is where it is and what you'll be getting in the future! I'm too old and fat to be trying to run around around after them, it aint pretty!!

[@BangForYourBuckRc]

@@AddamsPlayground I share all those sentiments!🤣

[@Blastfromthepastrc1346]

Looks fantastic Addam! 🙂👍

[@AddamsPlayground]

Thanks, paiting and detailing the body was more involved than I thought but once I had time to devote to it I like the way it tuned out! I was a treat to put together and drive (once you get used to the terrible steering)!

[@HaydadRC]

The buggy looks great! Those were some great on-board shots!👍😊

[@AddamsPlayground]

Thanks! It was a great build and it turned out looking great after some touch ups! It drives well but turns like a dump truck! Once I got the hang of it it was really fun! I was surprised how much that shock got worked back there!!

[@RC4X4]

Very cool video. The Fighting Buggy is very cool part of history in the racing buggies.

[@AddamsPlayground]

Thanks! It really is like building something that got time-warped here from the early 80s!! The only down side to it is the country mile it takes to turn! It took a few minutes to get used to that and to plan ahead for turning. A couple close calls right in the beginning of me driving!

[@DudesRC]

Yes!! It rips!! I like the chase down footage!

[@AddamsPlayground]

Thanks, I love it! It does turn like a dump truck but other than that it was a fun run!! The chase footage was a hope to get some good footage of the rear end working but it turns out that it is very hard to drive chase and not fall on you face all at the same time!! I think it would have been easier to have a chase car and I drive both at the same time... and safer for me as well!

[@UncleBobsRC]

Great video Addam!!!!! Such a sweet looking buggy man. The shots of the rear suspension is AWESOME!!! As Rex says, it's a treat!!! The paint work & customization of a kit sets us apart from everyone else, Individuality at it's best!!!!

[@AddamsPlayground]

Thanks!! I was trying to get some good shots of the rear by running behind it like David from Kai City RC does... Yup, that did not last long! I looked like a drunk chasing a chicken out there!!! My non-athletic butt out there trying to lumber around awkwardly behind it while trying to drive one handed was an epic failure an thankfully nobody witnessed that mess!!! You should have seen the confused look on my face when the yellow lights would not go one there! It took me a few minute to figure out what was going on! I had fun and it was a great build and I am so happy to have an iconic car like this in my collection now!

[@UncleBobsRC]

@@AddamsPlayground David does get some great shots.

[@AddamsPlayground]

@@UncleBobsRC Yeah he is some sort of wizard or something!!!

[@Toystheyrenot]

Congrats on completing this beautiful Super Champ! These old kits sure weight a ton.. but it’s a nice kind of heavy😂.

[@AddamsPlayground]

Thanks, I agree. It is the right kind of heavy and let's you know you got a solid piece of kit and something with roots in the past.

[@kevinpuertovlogz]

Great video! Watching from Philippines. Keep safe always 🙏❤

[@AddamsPlayground]

Thank you!! Thanks for watching and for taking the time to comment, I appreciate it!

[@FastFreddyRC]

Great stuff!! I love the shot of the rear shock in motion. Damn it’s moving A LOT!! car looks great though…nice job!!

[@AddamsPlayground]

Thanks! I was trying to run around and get cool shots like David from Kai City RC does with his but he is some kind of athletic wizard to be able to get those shots!!! It really does cycle that shock a lot!

[@redbeardrc1452]

Terrific buggy, awesome job Addam! Your meticulous attention to detail is a refreshing and stark contrast to my laziness, lol! You are a true RC hobbyist. 👊🏻👊🏻

[@AddamsPlayground]

Thanks!! I honestly enjoy the building as much if not more than driving them. Especially if they are a new chassis type or a custom build. It is my happy place sitting at the bench and listening to some tunes and just tinkering away! Sometimes making them come out too nice is a curse as you really don't want to drive them hard and run the risk of ruining all that effort. Now that I have a couple out there to choose from it is not that big of a deal though.

[@redbeardrc1452]

I can understand how it might be hard to get them dirty or damaged. I really appreciate your channel. You are an absolute RC kit building Master.

[@AddamsPlayground]

@@redbeardrc1452 LoL I'm just a big kid but I appreciate the kind words!!

[@islandrc-duke1972]

sweet build and great camera work,have a great weekend brother

[@AddamsPlayground]

Thanks! That little Insta360 is a great little onboard camera! The chasing the car thing I found is not my cup of tea so mounting it to the car it way easier!!!

[@mattiasrc]

Fantastic looking buggy, nice run.

[@AddamsPlayground]

Thanks! I really enjoyed the build and it run great, especially on old the tech is in this thing! the only downside is the steering, well, it sucks! It has a terribly wide turning radius and I think it is due to the lack of steering angle and the lacked rear diff. It was still fun to drive but won't be turning any hot laps around the track!!!

[@barrygiddey9139]

That was a great video and a great build,it looks amazing-Thanks for sharing!

[@AddamsPlayground]

Thank you! I was really pleased with how it turned out! It is a really unique and interesting build that I enjoyed. I do have the ball diff for it so I need to get it down and work on getting that installed. I think it will help a lot with the lack of steering, both of the grippy tires bigging in just push it in a straight line no matter what the little round front tires are trying to tell it to do!! LOL!

[@barrygiddey9139]

@@AddamsPlayground ok that's fantastic mate

[@robsrcinsanity1220]

Great video and fantastic build 👍🏻🍻

[@AddamsPlayground]

Thanks! It was a fantastic kit to build and running it was fun once I got used to the lack of turning. It has a very wide turn radius that takes some time to get used to for sure. Thankfully i did not hit anything but I did come close a couple times!!!

[@MarkBryanRC]

Hi Addam! love this buggy, dude! You made me smile (in a good way) when you were talking about the yellow/white lights - are they yellow or white!?!?! Haha only joking, I had no idea what colour they should be. We've all done it though! The run footage was excellent, especially the onboard shots. Very cool! Take care, bro! :O)

[@AddamsPlayground]

Thanks, glad you enjoyed it! I know there had to be someone out three screaming inside that it was not 100% true box art! I was going for it but I kind of like it with the all white lights on it and I will chalk it up to one of those happy accidents! I really love watching that rear suspension work!

[@JF-RC]

Hi there Addam, the Fighting Buddy looks a real beauty. Don’t worry about the lights being white as opposed to yellow, still looks great. Runs like a dream, such a great looking iconic buggy. All your hard work has payed dividends. Great model. Take care and best wishes to you and the family 😉😁😊😎🇺🇸🇬🇧

[@AddamsPlayground]

Thanks!! After I got them put on I kind of like the lights they way they are, it kind of didn't make sense to why they would run yellow and white covers on them anyways. It drove well outside of the lack of steering rate but that is just something that take a little while to get used to. I guess there are mods you can do to increase the steering but for now it will leave it alone and enjoy it just romping around in the grass and driving it as it was back in the day!!! Take car as well my friend!

[@andyrobinsonrc2480]

Hi Addam, these buggy’s are becoming more and more appealing to me, great video and love the shot of the rear shock working as it went over the terrain. Smart ;)

[@AddamsPlayground]

It is certainly no racer but is a tremendously fun one to build and drive. It has a turning radius of school bus but once you get used to it you learn to plan for it. I don't see any hot laps around the track with this one but it is a fun one to just watch it run around and see that suspension work!

[@BlackSeaRC]

One of my favourite ever Tamiya buggies from the days when proper metal components were used. The only thing I'd change would be the front bumper.

[@AddamsPlayground]

It is a great kit and was a joy to build. I really enjoy building new chassis types (ones I have never built, not new as in age!). The front bumper is not the best but at least is isn't one like the Grasshopper that is almost as big as the buggy! I did get the ball diff here to install in it at some point to help with the on power steering. It is a unique one to drive and get it to turn well, you need good throttle control to get it right! Take care and thanks for stopping by and checking it out!!

[@BlackSeaRC]

@@AddamsPlayground I always have fun until it is time to put the decals on and then it just gets stressful! Somehow they never seem to fit properly for me. When I applied the decals on my Buggy Champ/Rough Rider, I just couldn't get them to line up properly no matter how carefully I tried.

[@AddamsPlayground]

@@BlackSeaRC Try using some warm soapy water when applying them. It makes it a lot easier to reposition them and get things line up properly. I use it when I am doin very technical ones or ones like the buggy champ that have to all line up properly to look good.

[@BlackSeaRC]

@@AddamsPlayground Thanks for the tip.

[@KaiCityRC]

Looks great! 👍👍 The Fighting Buggy is one good looking RC. 😎 I also initially tried to mask off the roll bar, but as the rear section is quite complex I decided I'd be better just free-handing it. Love the running footage you got, especially that looking down angle on the rear shock. The suspension works surprisingly well and is a joy to watch in action. Thanks!

[@AddamsPlayground]

I attempted to get some of that awesome footage from the rear that you get but I failed all over the place. You sir are a master and huge props to you being able to drive and chase them around, it should be an Olympic sport!!! It didn't help it was miserable hot out and I am also not a runner/jogger at all but there is an art to being able to do all that at one time!! I just looked like a drunk trying to catch a chicken!!! thankfully nobody saw this actually happen!!!

[@KaiCityRC]

@@AddamsPlayground Thanks! 😁

[@3dman875]

It turn out sweet ass looking job well done addam

[@AddamsPlayground]

Thank you! I appreciate it!! It was a fun one to build and to watch run around!!!

[@rc-dom-uk]

What a machine ! Looks fab mate . Great talk and running video 👍

[@AddamsPlayground]

Thanks! It was a pleasure to build and it turn out really nice. The drive was fun once I got used to the lack of steering. That is the buggies downside and I am going to loo to try and get a little more out of it as it takes some planning to make a turn well!!

[@rc-dom-uk]

@@AddamsPlayground I use citadel paints for things like the drivers and hard plastics details . They are water based so more forgiving . I even use them on hard bodies like my Lancia 037 and brat . They hold up better than I thought and if they scratch it’s just a simple touch up. I’ve also started using sharpies now. 👍

[@rc-dom-uk]

@@AddamsPlayground I do use tamiya paint pots as they are very good at going direct onto unprimed plastic . But they are tricky as they can leave brush strokes and take ages to dry . Thumbprints I’ve had 😬 there silver and gun metal are very good though . The others I’ve had mixed results tbh .

[@AddamsPlayground]

@@rc-dom-uk I have a bunch of Vallejo and Army Painter paints I occasionally use for the drivers, I should use them more often! I went through a spell of painting miniatures and have quite a few. I have never used them on anything outside of the driver figures. I have used Sharpies for touch ups more than once!

[@AddamsPlayground]

@@rc-dom-uk Yeah they seem to get tacky super fast and then seem to take forever to dry fully!!!

[@outbackrcaustralia4895]

Nice build Addam 👌Runs really good too👍🦘🇦🇺

[@AddamsPlayground]

Thanks! It was a great build and other than the paint bleeds it all went very well. It runs well but the turning radius is kind of awful compared to pretty much everything else I have! It just took some time to get used to the wide arc and planning ahead for making turns!! It was still one hack of a good time running it though!

[@outbackrcaustralia4895]

@@AddamsPlayground I'll have to be careful if we take ours for a spin and plan our turns lol. Awesome buggy design considering it's from 1982👌

[@madsrcbuggy]

Ha ha, buddy, the way you're trying to explain every little paint mess up, reminds me of me! It's fun to be a perfectionist but then still mess up, right? 🤪 Anyway, it's a cool buggy, happy you finally managed to get it out.

[@AddamsPlayground]

I always try my best with them and inevitably something goes wrong with something but usually it is a mistake that will be hidden by a well place decal or something. This time it was just more frustrating when prepping to be successful led to failure so I was kind of bent about that. It turned out fine in the end and it was a fun first drive! It does take a country mile to make a turn but other than that it works perfectly. I had a blast watching that rear suspension work! Strive for perfect but accept "really nice" as an outcome!!

[@RCBirds]

Hi Addam I think many of your painting issues are caused because of the age of the car. Bo matter what you do you can only fail. But you made the best out of it. The car runs very good 👏👏👏

[@AddamsPlayground]

It was fixable thankfully and you can't really tell. I was so please with how smooth and glossy the blue came out when the red bleed up under the tape I was really deflated and it took a couple of days to get back to it! I just had to clear out the grumpiness and get back into a good state of mind to continue with it. If I had tried to fix it the same day I pulled the tape off of it I probably would have been more hasty and caused more problems! I had really hoped that by taping it off so carefully it was going to be super crisp and clean and was just the opposite! It turned out great in the end and I learned something from it so all good in the end and part of building kits!

[@RCBirds]

@@AddamsPlayground the result is what counts😉

[@lionelplunkett9428]

G'day mate yeah I have racing buggy champ and the sand scorcher same chassis your one has the different rear suspension bloody hell it looked to be handling a lot better than mine two I drove mine twice and put them on the shelf your one I'd drive that great video mate 👍

[@AddamsPlayground]

Hi Lionel, this one looks great and drives really great in a straight line! Turning is not its strong suit! On power it wants to just keep shoving it along in a straight line. Off power turning is a lot better but you have to be really careful to not fully let of or it can slow too quick and then the front end dives and then it turns too quick and wants to roll! It takes some getting used to on how and when to turn it properly. I give it a pass as it looks so good and I can watch that rear suspension work all day long!!

[@alexwenzel6932]

Picked up a nib rere a few weeks back. Felt this was a kit I just had to have in my collection for the nostalgic value of it and all aluminum. Trying to wrap up a few projects before I start that one. But I'm looking forward to it !

[@AddamsPlayground]

It is a terrific build and some really unique stuff going on with it! Take care when driving it for the first time! It takes a bit to get used to the turning. Since the diff is locked it really pushes the front end around and it has less than ideal steering angle as well. It all wraps up with taking a country mile to turn while on power!!

[@alexwenzel6932]

@@AddamsPlayground thanks for that ! I plan on enjoying the build and like yours a light run in the yard and then up on the shelf to admire. This kit is almost as old as I am! (43) 😉

[@AddamsPlayground]

@@alexwenzel6932about the same here. I have run mine twice and will take it out occasionally for a leisurely tootle around the yard just to match the suspension working!! I have 3 years on ya!

[@alexwenzel6932]

@@AddamsPlayground haha nice Adam. Like you've said in your video's. Giant man child with their toys ! I'm the same way 😆

[@NANNIRC]

And at the end the race test! It seems that rear mono shock works properly. I have to make my own run. Ciao Nanni

[@AddamsPlayground]

The rear suspension works surprisingly well and I love watching it work! I feel like you need to get yours out and get to tinkering and get it out running around! I'd love to see it!

[@NANNIRC]

@@AddamsPlayground By now I have a lot of videos on my running vintage cars and some more to do. BUT for sure in a next future this will be the next car on which I'll tinker. Ciao Addam all the bests, Nanni

[@gamesgonenuts]

this was so fun to watch hit the like button

[@AddamsPlayground]

Thanks! I appreciate it and thanks for checking it out!!

[@PeteWylieRC]

Looks lovely Addam. A Tamiya classic for sure. Great run footage too. Interesting to see that central rear spring working. Hey how hot is it out there at the moment? It's about 30c/86f here at the mo which is too hot for me but I bet you have it hotter?

[@AddamsPlayground]

Thanks! It was a wonderful build and turned out looking pretty good! The rear shock did get a work out for sure!!! It has been in the mid 80s to mid 90s for the last month but the humidity has been in the 85%+ range so it just feel like hot soup when you walk outside. Thankfully the last couple days the humidity has gone down tremendously and this weekend is supposed to be the same so I have a list of chores to do today since I have been putting them off for a while due to the heat but I am hoping to get some stuff out running for upcoming videos now that I won't won't instantly start sweating out there!

[@michaeldorich4485]

You did an outstanding job on the build. You have a lot of patience and attention to detail. The car looks great! It really absorbs the bumps we'll and the rear shock system is very unique. It seems every Fighting Buggy I've seen has the unusual camber in the rear.I was wondering why it was designed like that or is that a function of the shock system? Thanks for sharing.

[@AddamsPlayground]

Thanks! I am happy with the build and the end result! The wonky camber is due to the way the suspension mounts and works. The rear arms shar a pivot pin with the cantilever arms the shock mounts to so they have the same pivot point and to allow for full travel the arms pivot downwards and the hub is part of the arm so the camber goes from one extreme to another through the up/down travel. Most buggies use tow arms or an arm and a a link with a pivoting hub to all the wheel to stay straight up and down through the cycle but this one is fixed to the arm so it changes at it pivots up and down. I hope that explained it well enough.

[@MauzyrockRC]

I have to agree with Rex, besides the other sweet cam views, watching that wacky design on the rear shock move was great! Are you using an insta 360? Also, what are those block that prop up your models on your awesome new shelving? Rock on!

[@AddamsPlayground]

Yeah I was wanting to get those cool rear end shot like David from Kai City RC gets but I just looked like a drunk chasing a chicken out there and the video of that was terrible!!! I am using the Insta360 and still have not found the best setting for filming yet but it was a cool shot of the shock! The blocks I use are foam yoga blocks that U cut down. I usually try and get the 9x6x3 blocks and for the trucks and on-road cars I cut them to 9x3x3 and for the buggies I cut them on a diagonal from 2 to 4 inches to slant them forward just for a cooler looking angle! You can buy the same type of foam stands but I can buy 2 blocks, cut them into 4 stand for $15-20 and ones sole for RC are close to $20 each!! When you only have one or two cars it aint that bad but when you start getting into a dozen or more it gets to be an pricey option! I work best to cut them with a bandsaw but I have done it with a chop saw. You can cut them with a regular hand saw but preferably one with a small tooth to avoid ripping chunks out of the foam when cutting. They cut like warm butter on the bandsaw!!!

[@bigmike141]

Hi Addam, have you ever clear coated over tamiya decals? I'm curious as to how well they take to clear after being applied to the body.

[@AddamsPlayground]

I have done it and it looks pretty good but I personally don't do it to mine. For a complete shelf queen, show-off car then maybe but for my general collecting and mild running it is not worth it to me. I have had too many paint issues in the past to want to risk it all to clearing over the decals. I know lots of folks have done it without any issues but I don't want to temp fate. I can strip all the paint off fairly easy but finding another decals sheet can be a pain or at least a big delay!

[@bigmike141]

@AddamsPlayground thank you Addam, that makes sense about decals being hard to get if something goes wrong.

[@matthewtavik]

Bro, that rear suspension set up is bonkers and that back end is hella chonk! Have you taken it on the track yet to see how it goes over the hill? Also is it my imagination or did it look like the front end was really stiff over the normal terrain?

[@AddamsPlayground]

LOL, it has a solid rear end! It does not turn very well both due to lack of steering throw and that locked rear end. I may take it on the track after some practice with it but you really have to plan for turns with it and I know right now I would just hit almost everything out there! I did notice in the video the front seemed like it did not move as much as expected. I did check today and the fronts move super easy so I am not sure why it looks like that!

[@davekim7573]

i really want to get this. is this better than the wild one or sand scorcher?

[@AddamsPlayground]

I have not gotten the Sand Scorcher yet (it is on the list for sure) but I have heard the SS does turn a bit better than the Fighting Buggy does. The FB does not have the internal electronics box so fitting a regular battery is a lot easier to where it can be pain with the SS. I think the Wild One will run circle around this one (Literally and figuratively!) and has better suspension and handling. The classis looks and the super cool rear suspension is the selling point for me on this one and it is a very wonderful kit to build. For performance I would go to the Wild One, for the cool factor of the machined parts and the fun of watching the rear suspension working I would say the FB is great and for just a cool fun looking bug that is one of THE Tamiya trademark cars the SS is the winner!

[@davekim7573]

@AddamsPlayground thanks for the honest review...I got the ss and it's running a lot better than I thought. But it's not running pretty well considering the old design. I got the blockhead wild one only for the looks and will probably stick with torque tuned and Ali servo. I started to pay attention to the fighting buggy since the rear oil reservoir looks awesome...I hope it could at least run somewhat on grass. I am gonna do hobbling 1060 with torque tuned if I do get it

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Taking a mile to make a turn lol

[@AddamsPlayground]

Yeah, on power this thing does not want to turn at all! That locked rear diff just shoves it forward in a straight line. I does do much better on the dirt but in the grass where the spikey tires have grip and the round fronds don't it take a bit of finesse to turn the old gal around! LOL!