Tamiya TT-02BR Vs. TT-02B - Unboxing and Comparison - What Hop-Ups Are Included? Worth The Extra $?

Hey Everyone! In this video we unbox and compare the TT-02BR with the TT-02B Plasma Edge II. Lets see what Hop-Ups actually come with the TT-02BR. Is it worth the extra money? Please give me a Like, and if you haven't already, please Subscribe so you don't miss any new videos!
More info on the Tamiya TT-02BR:
www.tamiyausa.com/shop/-road-...
I added the Aluminum Motor Mount:
www.tamiyausa.com/shop/option...

[@rcicons4915]

It really is a nice kit. It actually has more to offer than the MS version.

[@eekrc]

Good point Keith, I didn't think about that. The TT-02 definitely needs some of these upgrades, I'm happy Tamiya put this kit out...this is how the TT-02 should be. It is missing the aluminum motor mount, and it needs some tinkering/shimming but overall I'm very happy with it.

[@MauzyrockRC]

Hey! Yes I have the TT02BR and I really love it. 100% worth it. I have raced it indoors and out and it is a pleasure to drive and handles like a charm. I agree that there should be an aluminium motor mount. WTF Tamiya?? I went brushless and it is terrific. Cheers

[@eekrc]

Nice! Yes, you can definitely put brushless in these too...even if you wear down some gears they are easy and cheap to replace. I've already built mine and driven it, it does really drive great, handles well. I still have to paint the body, I'm not sure what colors I'm using. I'll probably make a follow up video on it. Thanks for watching!

[@theoagrc]

Brilliant unboxing Eric. I still like this kit and I am still tempted but the price over here in the UK is £300 and it just feels too expensive but you can’t argue with the amount of upgrades. Can’t wait to see the build pal 🙌🏻

[@eekrc]

I was lucky to find it for 210USD... I totally recommend it at that price! I'm not going to make a build video on this one, but I'll make a follow up video after the build...I might use a color I've never used before, try something new. Hint...Barbie would love it 😂

[@JoevsRc]

I have the Br and I love it. Great comparison between the two kits

[@eekrc]

@@JoevsRc Thanks Joe, it's a bargain in my opinion. This is how the TT-02B RCs should all be.

[@rcinhand9671]

That does look like a great deal. Sometimes, buying a budget car is not cost effective!

[@eekrc]

You got that right! I've definitely paid way too much for budget RCs trying to make them cooler, or perform better. So kits like this are perfect for me.

[@iankunz7842]

I have one of them and also purchased the YR aluminum motor mount and YR c-hubs and steering bits. I put a Hobbywing Just Stock 13.5 motor/esc combo and a Savox low profile servo in it. Took it to my local indoor carpet track and on my first run with it (maybe second run) I jumped it into the wall and broke one front arm, bent the front u-shaft, and cracked the front shock tower because it landed upside down fairly hard. I'm new to off-road buggy racing so take my experience for what it is. I upgraded the front u-shaft to one of their steel pin upgrades and replaced the arm. the one part that I'm having trouble replacing is the shock tower with the kit version because it is different from the other aftermarket/Tamiya upgrade parts.

[@eekrc]

Tamiya sells the carbon fiber damper upright set, but it's not cheap. It does come with all the hardware and a full set of turnbuckles also. I like the YR stuff because it is a little cheaper, but this BR kit is by far the best deal. I do think it would take a lot of upgrades and tinkering to make it good enough to compete with other 4wd RCs, unless it is a Tamiya specific race of course. Thanks for watching! Have fun with yours!

[@AddamsPlayground]

I have been tempted to pick this one up. It definitely seems like a great one to get as it is fully loaded right out of the box. It is curious why the aluminum motor mount is not in there, especially if it comes with the high speed gear set, usually those and the prop shaft are king of a group upgrade for most folks.

[@eekrc]

Typical Tamiya though, they knew we would go out and buy the motor mount. Literally everything I would want is included. I like the fact that parts are cheap and available for these TT-02 chassis kits too. I sold the Plasma Edge II, I have no regrets 😂

[@VintageJoe1976]

Adam I as well as many would love to see a BR on your channel. I’ve seen your other TT-02B builds/videos, you’ll enjoy the build. I felt it was well worth the price with the exception of WHY didn’t Tamiya include a motor mount considering the plethora of option parts geared for performance. But I do understand the awful high prices other countries pay for the same kit and some countries don’t get ESC’s in their Tamiyas

[@AddamsPlayground]

@@VintageJoe1976 I will have to move it up on the list of things to get then! It does look like it would be a really nice one and I have an idea for the paint scheme as well. It is kind of odd no motor mount but I guess they wanted at least one upgrade you would need to buy! 😂

[@VintageJoe1976]

Love your videos and I’m excited to see your build! 😁🤙🏽 I personally just built mine with some extra hop-ups including the motor mount. Two parts I wish Tamiya would have added to make this kit a home run for me is of course the motor mount, but also stainless steel suspension shafts. Those screw pins are rust prone that could lead to binding. I also tuned what I felt needed , shims in the front C hubs and rear hubs, dust covers for the ball ends except the shock ball ends and Urethane Bushing to remove slack from the drive shaft and universal drive shafts.

[@eekrc]

Hey Joe...Glad you like the videos, I appreciate you watching! I'm with you on the screw pins, I'm not a fan. I like to replace them when I can. I should probably stock a bunch of common size hinge pins. I use the urethane bushings too, I hate that slop with the universals and dog bones. The only issue I found is if you run them hard you have to replace them every so often...but that's not a big deal anyway. I'm not going to make a build video on this, but I'll definitely make a follow up video once I'm done and I run it.

[@stevenwallman2346]

I have a TT-02BR and I think it is great! I agree with you about the motor mount and I put one on my car. I got kind of weird with the power though. I put in a Castle Creations Copperhead ESC and a Castle Creations 1406-3800kv motor. The esc is a pretty tight fit, but the motor fits well (I am pretty sure that the esc/motor is worth more than the car). I could run a 3s battery with this setup, but I only run a 2s lipo and even with that, it is more than a little overpowered, but I have not broken anything in the drivetrain yet. It goes like stink and is more than a little difficult to control. I don’t think I would like to take it on a racetrack (even if I had one in the area).

[@JLA-RC]

My issue with kits like this is that they cost almost the same as a professional racing buggy kit while being no where near the same quality. Other than buying it for the Tamiya name I just see no reason to spend so much on a kit when you could pick up a team associated or Schumacher for almost the same price (here in the uk at least).

[@eekrc]

It's a little different here, I only paid 210US after a discount. The basic kit is anywhere between 130-150 so for me it's a good deal. The aluminum dampers alone are 60US. But I totally get what you are saying, if you are looking for better performance you normally wouldn't buy a Tamiya anyway. I love my Tamiya RCs, but if I was racing it wouldn't be with a Tamiya. Thanks for the comment, and for watching!