TRF501X build

[stefke]

Since the "TRF501X in production" thread is becoming quite long, perhaps it is time to start some other threads about the car. Since I'm in the process of building mine, first one about the construction.

First : I'm not the first to notice, but the packaging of the TRF501 is not as logical as the AE or Losi cars i've build over the last years. Parts are not packaged together in building steps and you can have a hard time looking for the right screw, bearing, washer, etc. In older Tamiya cars, the bags were clearly identified and every part listed in the instruction manual mentioned the parts bag it was in. This is not the case in the TRF. On the other hand, the instructions are very clear and classic tamiya quality.

Secondly : On constructing the slipper clutch, I noticed that it was quite easy to build it with a rather dramatic wobble of the spur gear. After 3 rebuilds, it was fine though.

third : although the screws are definately better then with the ZX5, be carefull when tightening them and use a quality hex driver or you will round them.

Starting on the diffs now.

BTW, I noticed the manual doesn't mention the use of the bleeding holes on the shocks.

[FifteenthNeo]

Well, considering there seems to be a few members on here that have the 501, there seems to be a lack of finished painted bodies. Had anyone finished one yet?

[DCM]

heh, maybe it is due to a painter taking a week off from painting over christmas

[FifteenthNeo]

Originally Posted by DCM

heh, maybe it is due to a painter taking a week off from painting over christmas

Have you anything planned, bodyshell wise. Has anyone tried fitting an MR4-BX shell over the top of the TRF501X?

[Elliott Hopkins]

The DI didn't have the labelled bags that the older Tamiya cars had.

Neo do you still have your DI? Or have you traded it in for an antique XX4?

Elliott.

[DCM]

you could probably get a BX shell to fit....

[FifteenthNeo]

Originally Posted by Elliott Hopkins

The DI didn't have the labelled bags that the older Tamiya cars had.

Neo do you still have your DI? Or have you traded it in for an antique XX4?

Elliott.

I got rid mate and bagged myself a cracking B4. Didnt realise they were such a nice car. Got a XX4WE on its way too. Couldnt make my mind up really. I wanted the 501X but couldnt bring myself to get one. XX4 is a bit dated, but its race pedigree does speak for itself. Plus I wanted one years ago when I first started racing lol.

Back on topic. How is spares support for this buggy? I, myself, aint coming across a lot of spares on the net?