Car purchasing? Need help.

[Tiger S33]

Hi guys, i am planning to get a Tamiya Brand RC car, my ever first time getting a car as i normally on Tanks, so i am a super newbie at cars. Which model would you guys recommend?

Do Original Tamiya car kits came with transmitter and receiver? I saw a few car base models like TT01, etc, whats all this?

[psychophant]

1. TT01
- basic chassis
- shaft driven
- variations include TT01D (for drift), TT01E (reinforced structures), XB (expert-built: ready-to-run)

2. TA-series
- beginner to intermediate level
- belt-driven
- latest variation is TA-05v2.
- no ready-to-run versions. but can hunt for used ones.

3. TB-series
- beginner to intermediate level
- shaft-driven
- latest variation is TB-03

4. TRF-series
- intermediate to advanced level
- race-ready chassis
- variations include TRF415 (belt), TRF416(belt), TB-Evo3/4/5(shaft)

highly recommended to start off with the TT01 as it is extremely user-friendly as well as wallet-friendly too! once u get the hang of it, there's no stopping you from upgrading to other chassis!

[devils_grin87]

Hi guys, i am planning to get a Tamiya Brand RC car, my ever first time getting a car as i normally on Tanks, so i am a super newbie at cars. Which model would you guys recommend?

Do Original Tamiya car kits came with transmitter and receiver? I saw a few car base models like TT01, etc, whats all this?

wa u finally want to play car already ????? Matthew just bought one also(TT-01) ..... any way as for you just get a simple TT-01 for a stat

[Tiger S33]

Ok than, i will get a TT01 model, for a new kit with a basic transmitter, what is the maximum i will be expected to pay? I don't need a battery as i have it.

[devils_grin87]

car buy new( go call aunty @ orchard road) , TX & RX buy 2nd hand

[devils_grin87]

oh forgot buy the TT-01D its more worth it

[charlessito]

buying a TT01 your car will end up in the selling thread in no time. go for something more tuneable .
Ta05/sprint2/cyclone s are better choice to go for.

[Bomberboy92]

i'd say go for a tt-01 if are on a budget, or not sure if you are gonna be serious. if you have the $$$, Ta-05 or more!

[Tiger S33]

Thanks guys, just went down to Swans Model to check out, its below $200 for kit itself. Would go down again to get my TT01 a few days more.

So what are the Original parts that will need to replace? I mean sooner or later for the worn out parts?

[devils_grin87]

you need to change the tyres and rims to T-drift tyres by HPI cause the tamiya ones are 24mm while t-drifts are 26mm ....... as for easy worn out stuff usualy the spur and pinnion gear will wear out and maby 1/2 a year change a new bath tub will be fine for beginer .... dun up grade your car if u really want to carry on with the hobby to another level get a prokit (416, cyclone,pro-D,Xray) only after you are very sure u seriously want to carry on (its all about the skill)

[Tiger S33]

Ok, I "Think" i understand what you refering to. Will get to know more while i assemble it as i had to "Hands on". Had a few questions to know.

But what if i don't change the rims and continue to use tamiya ones?

I heard that once the player gets serious, most will upgrade the chassis, is it a must? Do expert racers still use basic chassis?

[charlessito]

Thanks guys, just went down to Swans Model to check out, its below $200 for kit itself. Would go down again to get my TT01 a few days more.

So what are the Original parts that will need to replace? I mean sooner or later for the worn out parts?

hza why ,even if you buy a clone Pro D/ xray/415 from china it can drift better then tt01. you have tons of things to change and it still not close to 05/cyclone s.
why people give up this hobby because after tons of hops up it still not close to what they expect.
well this is your $ you make your own choice. hobby dont come cheap and cheap hobby dont last long.

[Bomberboy92]

Thanks guys, just went down to Swans Model to check out, its below $200 for kit itself. Would go down again to get my TT01 a few days more.

So what are the Original parts that will need to replace? I mean sooner or later for the worn out parts?

erm.. most people will recomend the metal shaft and motor mount.
also.. go with a good set of tires as the tamiya ones aren't that great as they have a coating that is smooth as in the beginning but as it wears off will make the tires more grippy.

[devils_grin87]

hza why ,even if you buy a clone Pro D/ xray/415 from china it can drift better then tt01. you have tons of things to change and it still not close to 05/cyclone s.
why people give up this hobby because after tons of hops up it still not close to what they expect.
well this is your $ you make your own choice. hobby dont come cheap and cheap hobby dont last long.

bro he is not sure weather he wanna commit full time yet as for us we know and already experienced it by buying a prokit is more worth it in the long run he and me did quit heli flying some time ago

[JieZ]

hza why ,even if you buy a clone Pro D/ xray/415 from china it can drift better then tt01. you have tons of things to change and it still not close to 05/cyclone s.
why people give up this hobby because after tons of hops up it still not close to what they expect.
well this is your $ you make your own choice. hobby dont come cheap and cheap hobby dont last long.

Where to get the clone?