Tamiya TT-02 #1 Essential Upgrade - Oil Shocks - Includes Running Comparison & Demonstration

[@phige85]

Hey from Germany, I really like your content! As a Beginner I appreciate every kind of Help you gave me or us with your videos! Just bought the TT02 Lancia Delta and I’m on my way to tune it a bit 😂 Keep going! Greetings Philipp

[@MarkBryanRC]

Hello there Phillipp in Germany! Great to hear you enjoyed the videos! That TT02 Lancia Delta is a fantastic kit, I'm sure you will have fun with it. Greetings from Mark. 😎👊👍

[@krowe33]

Great demonstration of the differences Mark! That's a huge difference. It is shameful that Tamiya even designed these so-called shocks that come with these cars. Even the non oil plastic shocks that come on some of the cheaper chinese RC's are way better. What were they thinking? I have to only assume they designed these kits for the folks who plan to hop them up. But for entry level people to buy this, they would be a bit turned off by Tamiya kits I would think. I got my two TT-02's the other day. Just waiting on the kiddo to get here and build them. But the Mustang box was already opened by the seller for photos, so I got to look at the body. OMG, is it a beautiful piece of work. At least Tamiya makes up for their poor shocks with these bodies!

[@MarkBryanRC]

Cheers, Kevin - yeah, it's night and day comparing non-oil to oil shocks. I agree, those plain springs have no place on an RC, yet alone a Tamiya! I think it's all down to saving money, or making money by Tamiya. Cool you got your TT02's - and yeah, the bodies are the best thing, so detailed and scale-looking. Have fun with them, my friend! :)

[@cbusbyuk]

Great video. Didn't know how much difference these shocks made to the feel and control. Will definitely pick some up.

[@MarkBryanRC]

Thanks, Carl - yeah, the oil shocks really transform the TT02, wish they came as standard! I'm sure you will be pleased by the improvement when you get some! Best wishes from Mark... :)

[@John-yf8qh]

Number one pop-up eh? Great review really Brum, I'm just pulling your leg. Those Fastrax shocks are an amazing price too.

[@MarkBryanRC]

Haha 😄 no worries John!!! Yeah these shocks ain't bad!

[@ltoxicmonkyl7648]

I got the same fasttrax shocks and they are brilliant

[@MarkBryanRC]

Thanks and you to know you agree about these shocks, definitely worth investing in! Cheers! :)

[@HaydadRC]

Great upgrade Mark, that’s awesome they were sent to you for review! Excellent comparison of both shocks with the drop test and driving test; big improvement! Have a great weekend my friend!👍😊

[@MarkBryanRC]

Cheers, Jeremy! Glad you enjoyed it my friend - I am lucky to be getting quite a lot of stuff for review, all helps keep the channel going! The new shocks are great, I only fitted the stock ones just for this test, but I was amazed at how bad they were, worse than I expected. I hope this message finds you well - hope your weekend is going well too! :)

[@thecontractor365]

What a great RC channel you have Mark with so many different facets of the hobby being explored and explained in great detail and clarity, not to mention all your awesome run videos. Last week we had £50.00 RTR's ideal for newcomers and this week it's hop-up options for the more experienced campaigners among us, all perfectly delivered and explained. Great stuff. Don't change a thing. I think the running section of this video says it all - the oil filled shock deliver a much smoother and more stable ride compared to the default Tamiya 'pogo sticks' ( as Del puts it...😂. ) Having said that the stock shocks would be ideally suited to someone who was after a much more wild ride, filled with more thrills and spills / edge of your seat action. Maybe that's Tamiya's intention in including them. A wilder ride = more damage = more replacements = more profit. Just a thought. Have a great weekend dude. Still looking forward to that 'mystery unboxing video'......what could it be.....🤔 ??

[@MarkBryanRC]

Hello, mate! It's very reassuring to know that you like the way the channel is going, I was a little worried, as you know, straying away from Tamiya now and then. But it's just to mix it up a bit, Tamiya will always be the main focus. Glad you could see the difference in the run videos - it takes a trained eye to notice the subtle changes in response to the road surface. I think I should have slowed it down even more, but the poor light wasn't making my camera happy! Hehe - "wild ride" says it all for the pogo sticks! Exactly how it feels. You just could be right about Tamiya's strategy. Hope your weekend has gone well, too. Ahh, the mystery unboxing - it's 4WD, does that help? Take care, mate. :O)

[@thecontractor365]

@@MarkBryanRC Well I'm awarding myself two guesses - Hotshot or Boomerang. Don't let me know though, I wanna save the reveal until I see the video..👍🏻.......Ahh sod it....Bigwig ?

[@MarkBryanRC]

@@thecontractor365 :O)

[@tiborvon]

Always great knowledge and info Mark. I actually bought some tyres from eurorc recently, the postage was proper cheap!!! Top stuff matey

[@MarkBryanRC]

Hiya Tibster! Yeah, some of the stuff on euroRC is very well priced, and it's a flat fee for the postage. Glad you found them to be OK - good news. Thanks for watching and commenting matey - much appreciated - hope your weekend is going well! :)

[@JF-RC]

Hi Mark, brilliant explanation of the essential upgrades to the TT02 chassis. The shocks and bearings in my opinion should in my opinion be in the kits as standard. The 1105 spacers ard so 80s! couldn't believe when I got my TT02 that these spacers were still being used, so ordered beatings and shocks at the same time as my kit, so that those essential components were install from day one. Great advice. All the best and keep well 😉👍👏👌

[@MarkBryanRC]

Thanks a ton, John! Yes, I'm glad you got the upgrades done from the offset - saves a lot of time and fiddling later! I wish Tamiya would include the bearings and CVA's in all new kits, as you say - so 80's!!! The Carisma is alive and running, I got to tell you, it's awesome! Now the hard bit - the body! Keep safe, my friend. :)

[@JF-RC]

@@MarkBryanRC i look forward to seeing your master piece. I knew from the kit description that it would bea great kit. I'm being a good boy and not opening mine until Christmas 🙃 until next keep well and safe😉👌👍

[@donkeythong4081]

Shocks and bearings upgrades are a must for the tt02

[@MarkBryanRC]

I totally agree with you, buddy! :)

[@wilsontam3535]

Thank you for your sharing Mark. From Hong Kong here.🙏👏

[@MarkBryanRC]

My pleasure, Wilson! And thank you very much for watching, greetings from England! :O)

[@NordicRC]

Looks good those shocks, Mark. Great you got them from EuroRC. Nice people. Uhh, and yeah, I love the drop test comparisons 🙂

[@NordicRC]

Always somewhat difficult to see the real difference on video, when running. But yeah, so easy to feel the difference.

[@MarkBryanRC]

Thanks a lot, Mikael. Yes the guys at EuroRC are very kind. I really need a new set of shocks as I stole them from this chassis for the Subaru rally build! I enjoyed watching the drop test back as I was editing! Cheers, mate! 👍

[@MarkBryanRC]

Ahh, yes it is tricky to see, but if you look really carefully you can see the stock shocks causing the car to bounce AFTER hitting a bump! But yeah, the feeling is more apparent! Happy Sunday, my friend. :O)

[@TimmiTification]

Well this helped me make my mind up about getting a set. Thanks.

[@MarkBryanRC]

Hi Tim and thank you very much for the comment. It's great to know that this video helped you decide! I'm sure you've made the best choice. Best regards from Mark 😎👍

[@TimmiTification]

@@MarkBryanRC So I came back just to say I got some back in June and they're awesome. The difference is night & day. 👌

[@MarkBryanRC]

@@TimmiTification Hi Tim and thanks for letting me know! I'm so pleased you are happy with these shocks, as I am too! Cheers! :O)

[@justanrcguy]

I agree it should be definitely the first upgrade 🤟🏻

[@MarkBryanRC]

Thanks, Emre! Yes, I always upgrade them, but even I was interested to see the video footage of the shocks, and was surprised at how much difference you could see! And those blue anodised shocks look so much nicer! Best regards, my friend. :)

[@fencenaoghen3569]

Hi Mark! Congratulations on this video, as I said in the commentary for Rob's last video these Pogo Sticks are really to be thrown in the trash or as Pete says, they may only be suitable for a shelf queen. Since I don't have a shelf queen, these springs are stored in a box and I'm not sure if I would ever use them. I hope you are doing well and that your isolation measurement does not mean that you are positive for covid. I also wanted to congratulate you, you deserve to be the ambassador of Euro Rc and HBX. I have a drink to your health now. Take care my very good friend from Albion.

[@MarkBryanRC]

Merci, Alex! Hehe - I must agree with you, these pogo sticks have never been used by me before - I only fitted them for this test! And I was amazed at how bad they were, worse than I expected. I am OK thank you, I have no symptoms so far, fingers crossed. I appreciate that drink to my health, I will be toasting a drink to you soon this evening! All the best to you, mon ami - à votre santé! :O)

[@UncleBobsRC]

i always upgrade the shocks, i havent been on the pc in a few weeks, i got alot of vids to catch up on. as always spot on Mark.

[@MarkBryanRC]

Thanks a ton, Bob, it's awesome of you to catch up on all my videos! 👍 Yeah, those of us that have a few Tamiyas know all about those rubbish stock shocks! All the best, my friend. :)

[@mikeymike3240]

Hi Mark, I’ve just got a set of oil shocks delivered today for my tt02 Audi v8 touring car. Looking forward to the build. Nice set you got there, the blue is really nice for the shocks. Nice video Mark. The Mitsubishi body looks awesome, i always loved that body set. 😎👍👍👍🇬🇧

[@MarkBryanRC]

Hey, Mikey! Oh yes, the little bit of blue alloy bling really looks good on the TT02! And a new TT02 Audi V8!?!?!?! Awesome kit and cool looking body! Enjoy it, mate! :O)

[@rccrawlersmid-wales645]

Great to see you getting sent stuff for your expert opinion (and for all your excellent tips about them). I didn't realise quite how bad the stock shocks were... all those 'friction dampers' bug me by not having either friction or damping, but wow are those flexy too! 🥴 The fast trax ones look pretty good. Anyway, hope quarantine is going ok and you've avoided actually catching anything. Stay well! 👍

[@MarkBryanRC]

Cool, thanks, Steve! Yeah, always nice to get something free in the post! Oh yes, the stock pogo sticks really are that bad - I only put them on for this test, they usually go straight in the bin! Cheers for the good wishes, yes I am clear of symptoms, thank goodness, and my wife had a negative back from her test, so fingers crossed so far! All the best, mate, take it easy! :O)

[@sy55legrc]

Lovely looking car that is, shocks look great to. Can’t wait to get my TT02

[@MarkBryanRC]

Thanks, I agree that the Evo body is a stunner - as are most Tamiya rally bodies. The shocks perform well, but look so much better, too! Hope the TT02 comes soon! Cheers! :)

[@moraesmarcobsb]

I like both... stock shocks & fastrax shocks...,,🙌

[@MarkBryanRC]

Thanks, Marco - I do like the Tamiya CVA shocks, but the Fastrax ones look pretty cool in anodised blue! All the best, cheers! :O)

[@Del350K4]

Nice one, Mark! I think you did a very good job of explaining and demonstrating why pogo shocks are a terrible idea. Goodness knows why Tamiya continue to choose to let themselves down in this fashion! Surely the extra cost of supplying decent suspension would be justified by the perceived increase in quality. Mind you, I say that, and I don´t have a multi-million pound corporation, while they do, so I suppose they must know best!

[@MarkBryanRC]

Thanks, Del. I though it would be a good idea to do a bit of an explanation since I had this new set of shocks, thought it would be more interesting than a shock absorber unboxing! I agree with your sentiments - I still think the Tamiya brand would be improved with better quality suspension out of the box, especially as the rest of the TT02 kit is so good. As you say, maybe they really do know what they're doing! All the best, my friend. 👍

[@mattiasrc]

Nice tips and i agree, oil shocks and ball bearings are some well spent money.

[@MarkBryanRC]

For sure, Mattias! It's the first thing I do to all my entry-level Tamiyas - luckily the more expensive kits usually come with these upgrades included. Thanks for the nice comment, my friend! :)

[@NSRBOY250]

Nice going mark sorry for the late view I am a bit behind brilliant upgrades them shocks look smart Very well built indeed nice run down of how to oil up them shocks Hope your keeping all good

[@MarkBryanRC]

Thanks a bunch, Kirkster! Yeah, the Fastrax shocks are awesome, plus thy look cool too. All good here mate, hope you are happy and well too my friend! 👍

[@TonysRcTechboom]

Awesome information Mark and great Tips,Fantastic review with the New Shocks and comparison between the stock and the oil filled shocks 😀 Fantastic comparison Test Run to Brother, Really enjoyed watching your 2 vids back to back. 😍 stay safe bro 🙏 and have a awesome week 👍😍😎👍

[@MarkBryanRC]

Thanks for the awesome support, brother! 👍 Glad you enjoyed the comparison, it was quite interesting for me as I've never run the stock pogo stick shocks before, they usually go in the bin! Stay safe too, my friend! :O)

[@michaelchaplin866]

Thanks. That is night and day difference

[@MarkBryanRC]

...and thank you very much for the comment - much appreciated, Michael. Oh yes, the TT02 needs a good set of shock absorbers and will reward you with much better handling as a result! Cheers! :)

[@ShenRC]

👍Yep a must upgrade for sure! 😀👍Nicely done Mark have a great weekend.

[@MarkBryanRC]

Thanks very much my friend! We all know those standard shocks need to go straight in the bin! All the best, Steve.👍

[@ramezgoussous3303]

Informative and quite useful as usual. Thanks buddy.

[@MarkBryanRC]

Many thanks 😊 🙏 Ramez! Thanks for the great comment 👍 😀

[@plazmablast1015]

I just got my first TT-02 it has a GR Supra body. I guess I will be looking at some oil shocks now

[@MarkBryanRC]

Gotta say, the oil shocks are an essential addition to the stock TT02! Cheers! :O)

[@michaelcawley1554]

Excellent! Thank You!

[@MarkBryanRC]

...and thank you, Michael! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@CarminesRCTipsandTricks]

Well Mukka.... You'll never have to convince ME. That is the Essential first Upgrade!! Of COURSE I'll never miss one of your Videos. 😉 Those Shocks look good and perform well. If they ship to the Colonies, I'll have to give them a go. Also.... I'll ALWAYS Bin those horrible Bushings!!! 😜 Although with Crawlers, when you start putting a lot of Power into them, are more durable if you fit a BRONZE Bushing in the Pinion Gear output of the Axles. They tend to chew up Ball Raced Bearings. .... IF you upgrade to Brushless Power! 😊 Carmine ✈🚂🚙

[@MarkBryanRC]

Hiya matey! I KNOW that YOU know!!! This isn't a video for you, but very grateful you watched and commented, all the same. You point about the bronze bushes in crawlers is duly noted, I'm not throwing the ones left over from my SCA-1E build in the bin! All the best, me Mukka! :)

[@CarminesRCTipsandTricks]

My dear Friend, I'll always watch your Videos when I can!! My "schedule" affords me PLENTY of time. 😉 The reasoning behind the use of Bronze Bushings in just the Pinion Gear output is that - 1) IF you get a Wheel bound up in a crevice or something, because of the Torque and very low Gearing, a LOT of side loading is placed on the tiny Ball Bearings. I've seen them actually crush!! And 2) If you take her through some gooey Mud, fine wet grit is forced into the Bearing Race, destroying the Bearing in short order. CAVEAT - These are IF scenarios. They might never happen (though good chance of the side loading killing it). Somebody WILL tell you "I've used the Bearing for years, and never had an issue"..... You know what Brother? Bully for them! This is just cheap insurance, and no cost if your Kit came with Bronze Bushings. 😉 Just looking out for you, and want your first proper Crawler experience to be as hassle free as my experiences can help with! If you get the opportunity to try the GMade GS-02F "Buffalo" Crawler Truck - DO IT!! Value for money one of the best new Rigs available. 😉✌ Cheers and stay SAFE!

[@Flahh_h08]

i will be buyying this

[@MarkBryanRC]

Great! I can highly recommend these shocks, and they are a good price for a set of 4 alloy components - and you can see how well they worked on my TT02. Have a great weekend! :O)

[@Flahh_h08]

@@MarkBryanRC thanks mark you have a great weekend to mark

[@JesseBMotors]

Looks like a some decent shocks 👍🏁

[@MarkBryanRC]

Cheers, Jesse - yep, they are well constructed and work well on the car! All the best! :O)

[@3TRCGarage]

I really like this car and chassis Mark. The body looks so good. It’s great that EuroRC gives you stuff to review. Wish I could order from them. The standard shocks are very springy. The soft oil seems to be a good choice.

[@MarkBryanRC]

Thanks Paul, my friend! 👍 Yes, the chassis is very well sorted, but should not have to endure those crappy shocks! Oh, I'm really pleased to be sent stuff to review, this game is way expensive without a little help. On testing, it does seem that the soft shock oil is best suited for on-road running. Take it easy, Brother! :)

[@PeteWylieRC]

Hiya matey. Ooh they look rather nice mate. Great comparison you have put together. Not a bad price for the quality. I think that the only point of the 'shocks' in the kit is for people who just build these for the shelf. If you actually run them then the oil shocks are a must like you say. I'm going to be talking dampers in my next video about my GF-01 which I haven't actually started yet. One thing I was going to say was that sometimes the springs are too hard for the weight of the vehicle. Good to know that these ones have your seal of approval. Great video. I will chat more in a bit but I just need to pop to the brewery to pick up a beer container. Catch you a bit later mate 😁🍺🍺🍺🍺

[@MarkBryanRC]

Hiya my mate! Oh yes, they work very well with the provided springs - but I think softer ones would be better for rally driving. I think they are tuned for the road versions of the TT02. Looking forward to you talking shock, too! Hope you got the beer back home and have hade a sample! I'm still isolating (with beer!) but no symptoms thank goodness! Catch ya later mate! :O)

[@PeteWylieRC]

@@MarkBryanRC Hiya again mate. Yeah I made it back from the brewery with the beer. Got a porter for a change of scenery and because it's the winter. Very nice it is too. You know I was off work today and thought I'd get a video done but all I've done is to tinker with some of the RC's and done no videoing. Anyway I was wondering about your self isolating. Glad you are well. I'm hoping that the NHS app will tell me to stay home but it's not happened yet. So back to shocks I think that a lot of them are too hard (matron) for the little light Tamiya cars. I've got hold of some standard mini shock springs and they seem more suitable than the ones that come with the GF-01. Like you say, it's very different depending on whether you are going off road or not. Even the on road cars need to deal with lumpy car parks unless you belong to an RC club with a lovely smooth track. Anyway I shall get back into the video tomorrow. 4 pints down and I don't think I can manage a voiceover! Enjoy Friday and your continued isolation mate 😁🍺🍺🍺

[@madsrcbuggy]

Nice one, Mark! I'm going through some TT-02 videos, just researching a bit for my build for that silly speed challenge... I got me a nice set of Yeah Racing shocks for it, 55mm, should be right for on-road... My head is working on this stupid stuff non-stop right now, ha ha...

[@MarkBryanRC]

Thanks, Mads! I've been doing the same! Lots of TT02 speed run videos, I see they get over 100mph! Those Yeah racing shocks are the best you can get for your road car - good choice! Cheers for watching my old videos, much appreciated mate!

[@robbrennanrc]

Hay dude. Nice shocks, you know I love my metal bits and bobs hehe. But honestly for me for the price I would rather go with the Yeah Racing ones. Hope Lou's COVID test was clear mate? and lets hope we get some better weather when you get out of isolation.

[@MarkBryanRC]

Right on, Tommy! Yeah, we both love that blue alloy shiny stuff! Ahh, I remember you being impressed by the YR shocks, very nice too. Lou was negative, thank goodness! Looking forward to a blast with you soon, dude! :O)

[@fonswalma3574]

Hi mark, very good upgrade🤘🤘

[@MarkBryanRC]

Thanks my friend, Fons! 👍These TT02's really should come with oil shocks as standard! Cheers for the comment - all the best from Mark... :)

[@petergoodwin2465]

I really don't complain about those crap shocks Tamiya supplies, for less than $50 Australian can get a good set of shocks. Every 3s and 4s Arrma we have leaks oil everywhere, the shocks are terrible and costs way over $100 to change them. This is a great upgrade and cheap enough to do on a Tamiya and the Tamiya didn't cost $600 like the Arrmas.

[@MarkBryanRC]

I know what you mean, Paul - it just annoys me that for the same price they put CVA shocks on the TT02B but not on the road version! I have heard that about Arrma shocks, not acceptable for the high asking price. Take care, mate. :)

[@petergoodwin2465]

@@MarkBryanRC I just got nice alloy shocks from eBay cheap $24 . Didn't expect much but they're perfect, just fill with oil and they bolt straight on the tt02 r . You're making me want to build a rally car now . Have a good weekend mate mate.

[@STurns-ek3ji]

Luv your vids sir 👏👏👏

[@MarkBryanRC]

Thank you so much! I appreciate that! Best wishes to you, Sir! 🙏😊👍

[@comet30265]

Very nice the car stays stuck to the ground a lot more

[@MarkBryanRC]

You got that right! Best mod you can do on these awesome cars! :))

[@BengaliVloggerSUSMITA]

Beautiful sharing 💜💚 stay connected Friend ❤️💙💜💛💚

[@MarkBryanRC]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@Zeros_Hobbies]

Diggin the EVO body, is this gonna be a series?!?!

[@MarkBryanRC]

Cheers, bud, yeah that EVO shell is very cool indeed. Not sure I can make a series out of this, but I will look at more hop-ups soon. All the best! :)

[@_strife_3424]

Hi Mark awsome vid as always, question though, I'm planning to convert my tt02 into a rally car, would these shocks be good to use or are there any other ones you could recommend to use instead?

[@MarkBryanRC]

Hi! Thanks for the kind words. These shocks would be fine for a rally conversion, but I also recommend the Tamiya Super Mini CVA shocks, as they are cheaper (£25 for 4) and have lots of tuning options. They also come with ball joints to replace the stock step-screws. I hope this helps! Cheers! :)

[@_strife_3424]

@@MarkBryanRC top notch info mate much appreciated, better to get info from someone who knows what they are talking about rather than online, much appreciated mate cheers from Yorkshire

[@MarkBryanRC]

@@_strife_3424 You are very welcome, glad I could help! Cheers from the Midlands!

[@tomboy8611]

Hey Man, thanks for that nice Video! Im a Beginner, bought the Lancia Delta TT-02 and want to uprade the Oil Shox. I have no clue what Oil to use. for "normal" street and some gravel driving... You maybe have an advice for me?

[@MarkBryanRC]

Glad you liked the video! Thanks! I recommend tamiya #600 (medium) shock oil, this equates to about 50wt as measured by other manufacturers. Hope this helps! 😎👍

[@goreyboggs]

That is a great interior, we’re did you get it from?

[@MarkBryanRC]

Hi - yes it's a good interior, it's the Tamiya Rally Cockpit, #OP-1491. You can see all the details about it in this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/e57bpmN5fLmrkMU&pp=sAQA I got it from eBay, can't remember the seller, but just search for the part number. Cheers!

[@MauzyrockRC]

Awesome review. Are there some better dampened shock replacers for the m05 ra?

[@MarkBryanRC]

Thanks very much! Yes, I think you can use the Tamiya mini CVA or super mini CVA shocks. Check the length of the kit supplied shocks, I think they are 55mm. The mini CVA shocks can be built up from 55mm to 70mm I think!

[@AQUAGUYUK]

I wonder if you can turn a tt-02b into just a rally car instead of a buggy

[@MarkBryanRC]

Where there is a will there is a way! :O)

[@harrisonrolph9029]

Would you recommend these if I plan to use the tt02 off-road (rally racing) on a track?

[@MarkBryanRC]

Hi Harrison! Yes, these shocks would work well, off road. It might be a good idea to experiment with different weight shock oils to see which performs the best! :)

[@Flahh_h08]

cool vidio mark

[@MarkBryanRC]

Thank you very much, Aflah - very kind of you! :O)

[@michaelgravlund9194]

Hello Mark. Thanks for a great video again 😄👍. One question.. would you recommend to upgrade the shocks on the XV01 as well ? I hear that some recommend to go with a larger shock than the standard. What do you prefer ? All the best Michael , Denmark

[@MarkBryanRC]

Hello, Michael! You are very welcome! As for the XV01 shocks, I find that the stock shocks work very well - I have fitted the longer bottom ball-ends on mine that give a few mm more ride height for off-road running. I am very happy with it. If you have a XV01, I would try it in stock form and see how you like it. You can always upgrade later if you feel it is needed. All the best from Mark in England! :)

[@michaelgravlund9194]

@@MarkBryanRC goodmorning Mark. I have not bought it yet, but will do that soon. After having seen your videos , I am sure it is that model I need 😄👍. Thank you very much Mark. Have a nice weekend 😉. All the best Michael

[@MarkBryanRC]

@@michaelgravlund9194 That's good to hear! Have a great weekend, too! :O)

[@michaelgravlund9194]

@@MarkBryanRC hello my friend 😄👍. Just finished part 4 with the shocks at the end of the video. The longer bottom ball ends ... do you mean V2 instead of V1 ? Sorry I know it has been a while since you build it 😊... but maybe you remember it Have a great weekend

[@MarkBryanRC]

@@michaelgravlund9194 Hi Michael - no worries! Yes, I think it is the part V2, if I remember correctly, there are only 2 in the V parts tree, and V2 are about 5mm longer than V1. Have a great weekend too, friend!

[@freddieparrydrums]

Nice Mark, what are other upgrades to make it a good rally car? Thank you :)

[@MarkBryanRC]

Hi Freddie. I have 2 videos about how to set-up and adapt a TT02 for rally, take a look! kzbin.info/www/bejne/bGHdeqp_r6aXbJY kzbin.info/www/bejne/nqDSoHmBnNB9gtk Hope these help! Cheers! :))

[@freddieparrydrums]

@@MarkBryanRC Thanks so much Mark I’ll check them out! :)

[@MrSkullface]

What are the uses of the 50mm vs the 55mm?

[@MarkBryanRC]

Hi - I would recommend the 55mm shocks as they are the best fit. :)

[@0102murphy]

Hi great video. Can I use 50mm shock actually?

[@MarkBryanRC]

Hi - thanks for the comment! I think 50mm is a little short, but it might be OK if you are happy with very little ground clearance and are running on a very smooth surface. It might be worth giving it a try - let me know if it works out! All the best from Mark...

[@collecting_jp9375]

Will these fit on the Subaru impreza Monte carlo TT-02? I'm new to the building rc world but I've been wanting one for 4 years and I finally just got one. Btw subbed and liked I really like this channel.

[@MarkBryanRC]

Hello - thank you very much and welcome to the channel! The answer is yes, these shocks are perfect for the TT-02 Impreza '99. It will be so much better than with the stock springs! Best wishes from Mark... :)

[@collecting_jp9375]

@@MarkBryanRC thanks mark I really appreciate that 🙂🙂

[@coryn1980]

Hello mark will these shocks fit my tamiya ta02 chassis thanks great video 👍

[@MarkBryanRC]

Hi Coryn, yes, I believe they will fit the TA02, I think the shocks are the same length as the TT02. All the best! :)

[@coryn1980]

@@MarkBryanRC OK Mark thank you very much for your help👍

[@MarkBryanRC]

@@coryn1980 Any time, my friend, always happy to help! :)

[@DrDiff952]

I always call the stock "shocks" bringer. Because the springs are too firm and have no dampening what so ever!

[@MarkBryanRC]

Hi Dean! Oh yes, I concur - the combination of hard springs and no damping is a nightmare! All the best, my friend! :)

[@scalemodelsandrc9366]

nice set of shocks but people should know that eurorc is far to expensive these can be found from UK hobby shops for £10 less

[@MarkBryanRC]

Thanks for the info - I didn't know - I'll be sure to check it out!

[@MarkBryanRC]

PS - I just checked on the internet and couldn't find any of these shocks available for less, most UK stockists are out of stock!

[@scalemodelsandrc9366]

@@MarkBryanRC thes come to about £38 from eurorc active scale models have stock at £29.99 modelmaniacs have stock at £28.50 i did find some for £26.50 earlier but cant find it now

[@MarkBryanRC]

Many thanks - good to know they are cheaper elsewhere - I hope anyone interested in these shocks does their homework and saves a few quid! :)

[@scalemodelsandrc9366]

@@MarkBryanRC some of the prices on eurorc are very good but these shocks are a little high

[@Gnomeology1]

I can't seem to stop shocks from leaking from top cap, Fastrax and yeah racing, any tips??

[@MarkBryanRC]

Try using some really thick grease or "Green Slime" around the threads of the top caps and see if that helps! Best of luck, Charlie! :)

[@Gnomeology1]

@@MarkBryanRC excellent.. I'll give it a go. Sorry for asking lots of questions. You could do a q and a session on youtube... 👍👍

[@MarkBryanRC]

@@Gnomeology1 No worries, Charlie! :)

[@Player-ie3ug]

I brought the fast trax shocks and 5mm (brass unfortunately) but can’t get them to clip in. Don’t want to break the mount. Any tips? Thanks for the other videos as I’m building the TT02 Subaru 99 Monte Carlo so been very useful

[@MarkBryanRC]

Hi there! Many thanks for the comment. I'm not sure, maybe you got the same shocks as I did for my TT02 road build, check this video to see if they are the same and how I mounted them: kzbin.info/www/bejne/j6GWk2aVabVrgNk Cheers, all the best! :O)

[@Player-ie3ug]

@@MarkBryanRC yes I have Mark. Can you grease the ball to push on easier?

[@MarkBryanRC]

@@Player-ie3ug Ahhh - so sorry but I misunderstood your first message. You can not fit the alloy fastrax shocks onto 5mm balls (ball joints) as the shock holes are designed for the straight brass sleeves provided with the shocks. In general, it is only plastic shocks that can be pushed over the ball joints. Hope this helps.

[@Player-ie3ug]

@@MarkBryanRC thanks for the advice I will just install stock then. Thanks for replying.

[@MarkBryanRC]

@@Player-ie3ug No problem! :O)

[@Nelsea7190]

do you remember the specs on those shocks ie the length? my driving on mostly smooth asphalt destroyed 3 of my plastic tire rims... it was a bit too bumpy and the hex nuts cracked with 3 short runs. i got newer plastic rims (nice ones) and 1 set of aluminum rims which i intend to put some rubber tires on, assuming i can remove the new hard rubber from the aluminum rims first.............. im interested in getting better shocks to lessen the vibrations on the axles and frame while improve handling. would the stock Tamiya shocks even be capable to lessen the vibrations given your 2 demonstrations in the vid? i assume the shocks must mention that they are compatible with the TT02 chassis.

[@MarkBryanRC]

Hi, Jon - ouch - broken rims? I do think that a set of oil shocks would help immensely. They will transform the car. The shocks need to be about 55mm, eye-to-eye between the mounting holes. Even the Tamiya CVA super mini shocks will do a good job. Yes, the shocks in this video are designed specifically for the TT02. All the best from Mark... :)

[@Nelsea7190]

Hello Mark, thank you for the reply. I always had the plans to get some extra sets of tires and rims for the chassis. using the car on less than ideal surface and destroying the rims was not part of it. The hex cap took a few hairline cracks, one completely destroyed, 2 hairlines and the last still looks find. It hurts to know i ruined nice rims to say the least... i will need to buy better oil filled shocks at this point. The plastic rims were the weakest link then, stronger wheels will make another part take the strain now. I'm not sure where you live but there really aren't any places designed for proper drift surfaces where I live. There is one place with drift track but due to global situation, it's not really open ATM... im not completely sure what the difference between the friction dampers and CVA variety are, the ones that came with my kit look very much like oil dampers, much like your kit build video. i am looking into aluminum body shocks as an upgrade. i cant tell from the looks but arent the Tamiya super mini CVA made from aluminum or plastic?

[@MarkBryanRC]

@@Nelsea7190 Hi Jon - no I haven't got any decent places to drift, either, I just use the local parks! The Tamiya CVA's are made of plastic. You can tell them by the plastic caps that screw onto the top and bottom of the shock body - friction shocks don't have screw on caps. Hope this helps! :)

[@Nelsea7190]

@@MarkBryanRC thank you for the reply, i guess some other Tamiya CVAs might be aluminum body but i guess most are plastic. im the end i did order some blue aluminum shocks made for the TT02 chassis from amazon. i wonder how your plastic wheels are faring at this point, maybe the surfaces i choose are just worse than the ones you run on arent as bumpy. i guess my kit came with CVAs, 2 threaded plastic caps on the shock bodies. 1 cap for the 2 o-rings and 1 for the top blue seal cap to hold the oil. i did the bounce test and it pretty much just stayed planted. here is the vid with the 2 tire options , the purple aluminum rims are going to get a red pinstripe when i can manage to remove the new drift tires. an MST tire kit was ordered. the other rims are plastic. kzbin.info/www/bejne/kH-mo6Sdp7CWaK8

[@JoseGarcia-yk3dl]

HEllo! what is the best size shock for tt01e truck? 50mm or 55mm? Thanks!

[@MarkBryanRC]

Hi Jose - the 55mm shocks fit the best - regards from Mark... :)

[@JoseGarcia-yk3dl]

@@MarkBryanRC very thanks!

[@MarkBryanRC]

@@JoseGarcia-yk3dl You are very welcome my friend!

[@MrLunithy]

Like night and day.

[@MarkBryanRC]

Absolutely my friend, thanks for the comment! :)

[@bluesimon13ify]

Great,😀😀😀

[@MarkBryanRC]

Thank you - cheers! :)

[@chakky533]

So are electric vehicles more or less giant RC cars? Serious question as I have no idea.

[@MrLunithy]

Sort of they are still a bit heavy but the rally cars do well Ken Block has one he races and is probably the closest one could get to a full size RC you can drive.

[@MarkBryanRC]

Hi - yes I think most of the basic concepts used in RC cars also apply to real electric cars. The way the electronics, motors and batteries work will be very similar - however I think real electric cars employ brushless motors due to their inherent efficiency. There are a lot more safety features, for obvious reasons! :)

[@chakky533]

@@MarkBryanRC Thats cool! This actually makes me more into RC and EVs now. So I assume they also both have much more similar torque behavior as well!

[@MarkBryanRC]

@@chakky533 Yes, the torque is what makes an electric motor so amazing - they produce maximum (100%) torque from 0 (zero) revs, making them amazingly linear in their power output - perfect for propelling a car!

[@chakky533]

@@MarkBryanRC Really cool, thanks for the insights!

[@YT_Krack]

Where did you get the plastic driver ? The one that looks like it’s driving the car

[@MarkBryanRC]

Hi! It's the Tamiya Rally Car Cockpit Set, part number 54491.

[@bagspannaren1410]

Why don’t you use magnetic body mounts.

[@MarkBryanRC]

Because the bodies stay on better with the standard mounts - have you seen my driving! :P

[@cscape1973]

Let’s be honest, these Tamiyas don’t come with dampers at all, do they, the “so called” friction shocks are really just fake dampers so the spring can be mounded as if dampers where installed. The only Tamiya i have seen that really does have “friction” dampers is the G6-01 trucks, these have a metal plunger which runs inside a rubber tube. They actually work quite well for a wile, but they go bad quite quickly. These plastic fakes are unless.

[@MarkBryanRC]

I Totally agree with you, Adam! There is absolutely no friction in the shocks, so why do they call them friction and why do they call them shocks? It's shocking!!!

[@DutchUnited71]

I think you caused them to be sold out.

[@MarkBryanRC]

Oh no, Marco! I hope it wasn't my fault!!! :D Thanks for the comment - take care!

[@DutchUnited71]

@@MarkBryanRC Can you tell me how long the shocks in this video turned out to be? kzbin.info/www/bejne/bGHdeqp_r6aXbJY

[@MarkBryanRC]

@@DutchUnited71 You were correct - 60mm! :-)

[@afraid2crashrc]

Those shocks are trash. They come pre-assembled, pre-filled with mystery weight oil, no extra pistons for tuning, and one rod end...made of aluminum for some reason on in short length. Don't waste $50 bucks on this garbage. Real Tamiya hopup dampers, like the pink ones, are the same price for a lot more damper.

[@MarkBryanRC]

Thanks! Very interesting! 😎👍