Tamiya Durga DB01 EP Buggy (A cheaper 501X?)

[A.J. Gee]

Thanks a lot chris. I would really be interested in seeing the pics.

[Chris Ward]

Ok, hopefully this should work, took a few pics, you can see them in here:

http://s56.photobucket.com/albums/g168/Wardylock/Durga/

Chris

[A.J. Gee]

Looking good in the pics you posted. Does Tamiya supply hardware to mount the dampers to the 3racing shock towers. And please tell me your going to swap out that wimpy stock motor, for something with some balls.

[sim]

Tamiya Slave,
I've run 3Racing dampers on my DF-03 before and I sold them off. The shocks themselves worked well but were of a bigger diameter than most 1/10 scale shocks so I couldn't find springs for them. The 3Racing springs (black) were too stiff for racing use. Only thing I found that fit were Losi springs but they would need cutting down, and even then, they weren't a perfect fit (Losi springs are even bigger diameter, slightly).

I can't say I've seen the 3Racing DB-01 shocks, but my guess is they are the same diameter as their DF-03 ones.

My DF-03 is running the stock plastic shocks (same as the ones on the DB-01) but with the 2-hole pistons instead of the 3-hole recommended in the manual, plus gold springs from the Tamiya spring kit (for DF-03). Not spectacular, but not too shabby neither. Oh, tamiya #400 yellow oil in them at the moment.

[Chris Ward]

Hi Tamiya Slave,
All the parts I used to mount the dampers came in the box with the damper kit (X parts tree IIRC), there are no 3Racing parts, aside from the tower itself.
Yes don't worry about the motor, it's only in there to check I've got everything built up right and for me to have a gentle run in, not raced for 8 or 9 years, so would prefer to play myself back in with something nice and slow. I already have a Peak Vantage 12 x 2 sitting in a box next to the car though...

Chris

[bod405]

apart from champ does anyone know were i can get the trf/db01 damper kit from i had a look and still no joy

[A.J. Gee]

Thanks again Chris. Hey Bod, im not really sure right now if there are any other places that you can get the dampers. I have looked myself and only found them at the same places that you mentioned.

[A.J. Gee]

Well today i finally took the plunge and went Lipo. I ordered myself the Orion 3600 carbon edition for $90.00 which i guess is about 45 pounds. I am pretty happy that i found such a quality lipo for that price, since i am working on a tight budget as usual. If anyone else is interested in checking out these packs on the site i ordered, it is stormerhobbies.com I guarantee you that you will not find these packs as cheap as they sell them. My next step is to get a Lipo capable charger. I was wondering if any of you guys had a recomendation on a quality charger for the best price. Thanks guys. A.J.

[Metla]

I got this one,

http://www.rcmart.com/catalog/product_info.php?cPath=52_53&products_id=12897&pna me=APEX%20-%20(LI)%20DC/AC%206.5A,%20Fan%20Li-Ion,%20Li-Poly%20Batt.%20Charger


Due to it having its own switching power supply, Meaning it was compatible with NZ outlets, as well as running off a car battery.

My next choice would have been at least 3 to 4 times the price when coupled with a power-supply.

I have always been impressed with Apex chargers, My nicd,nimh charger has been doing its job for about 5 years,still going strong.

Bear in mind I don't know what's currently good value on the UK market.

[A.J. Gee]

How long have you owned that charger for Melta, and have you had any problems with it yet? I was looking into maybe getting the hyperion EOS 5i. Do you or anybody have experience with this brand of chargers?

[mrbiccies]

Originally Posted by bod405

apart from champ does anyone know were i can get the trf/db01 damper kit from i had a look and still no joy

Stellamodels now have them in stock

http://www.stellamodels.net/catalog/...=54028&x=0&y=0

[bod405]

[quote=mrbiccies;107621]Stellamodels now have them in stock

cheers for that cant really understand rcchamp

[Welshy40]

[quote=bod405;107697]

Originally Posted by mrbiccies

Stellamodels now have them in stock

cheers for that cant really understand rcchamp

If you guys want to get this running sweetly i think if you can find him look out for Steve Rich he has made it look well with a few upgrades which he has made out of alloy, it goes rather well.

I cant believe I am actually saying this, me actually saying his car looks good - its taken you years mate but finally you have impressed me!!! Also your paint job to Daves 501x shell is rather nice as well.

Also enjoy it, you did for the first time beat me in 4wd (since I began racing in 1986). But revenge will be sweet when I get my 501x running well, (and manage to fit a one way to the layshaft) and will be out for revenge.

[TRF_AK]

Just to keep you guys posted, we are releasing new parts for the DB01 chassis in the next month. The list includes:

• 54033 Carbon Reinforced A Parts (Diff Cover)
• 54034 Carbon Reinforced D Parts (Caster Blocks)
• 54035 Carbon Reinforced L Parts (Steering Arm)
• 54036 Carbon Reinforced M parts (Damper Stay)

Pricing is not availible at this time however. Keep checking www.tamiyausa.com to find pricing as soon as it's posted.

[jimmy]

I noticed there is a mark on the chassis mould for carbon version, is this going to come out also at some point?
A carbon laminate (woven) battery strap would be a nice addition and would help stiffen the chassis a little too.

[TRF_AK]

I would imagine so as that is their typical way of doing things around Tamiya. Honestly, I wouldn't make sense not to ast some point. That is also the case for true carbon shock towers. They are very guarded with what they are working on so it makes it difficult to get some insight as to what is in the pipeline.

[DCM]

heh, thanks James, the DB-01 I feel, don't need the one-way at the moment.

The car is good enough with a few subtle upgrades, it will hold it's own in more well endowed company. Considering I sold a fully tarted up ZX5, I think the DB01 goes far better.

[jimmy]

All 4wd cars need a one way!

to be honest, I think the standard car is great - but I like to drive with a one way (diff or layshaft) you have to drive the car differently but I just find it more fun. a centre oneway for the Durga wouldn't be a bad idea - I think a one way diff can be a bit much for some drivers especially at the level the car is aimed.

[DCM]

I agree, it is a tuning aide, indoors to me it don't feel it needs the help of a one-way, see what it is like outdoors.....

[Mutant]

TA05 carbon battery strap is a perfect fit.