ABS plastic such as those of the Tamiyas can have fracture upon impact. This is especially common on arms and linkage around the hole for the step screws where the edge distances are just too short. You can fix it before it is too late. First apply super glue onto… Continue reading
This kind of damage is very common among Tamiya cars. The shock tower is ABS and the hole is too close to the edge. Sadly, the tower cannot be separately replaced. You can “patch” the broken part using 3d printed patch part. Shock tower patch for Tamiya WT01 (front) When… Continue reading
To quickly convert TT02 onroad car to, say, a buggy, the easiest thing to do is to use wheel adapter extenders and fit the car with offroad tires. These photos are self explanatory. This version has a special 3d printed partition block added to the chassis to redistribute the location… Continue reading
The TL01 chassis features a bathtub-style frame made of durable plastic, which provides a good balance of strength and weight. The car has a four-wheel independent suspension system. The platform also has a gear differential and oil-filled dampers to ensure a smooth and consistent ride. When you fit a TL01… Continue reading
Both TT01 and TT02 are available as rally cars. However, due to the short arms and relatively low ride heights, they aren’t really capable of riding through grasses and slopes. They are poor at jumping too. In fact, they are suited to running on pathway and land surface that are… Continue reading
ABS and PLA are the most common desktop FDM printed materials. Most beginners start with PLA because it does not require very high temperature to print and does not generate bad smelling along the process. The question is, how does PLA hold up in terms of strength and durability? The… Continue reading
