Got a RC Tamiya car kit...but need other items. Anyone help?
Discussion
you are going to need something like this:--
http://www.modelsport.co.uk/etronix-pulse-ex2-spor...
and a battery, something like this:--
http://www.modelsport.co.uk/storm-7.2v-2300mah-sti...
and a charger, something like this:--
http://www.modelsport.co.uk/fusion-5ive-nx82-delta...
obviously, these are just to give you an idea of what's needed, there are lots of other options available.
http://www.modelsport.co.uk/etronix-pulse-ex2-spor...
and a battery, something like this:--
http://www.modelsport.co.uk/storm-7.2v-2300mah-sti...
and a charger, something like this:--
http://www.modelsport.co.uk/fusion-5ive-nx82-delta...
obviously, these are just to give you an idea of what's needed, there are lots of other options available.
You have 2 routes to take.
Cheap and expensive.
The cheap route usually means you will end up buying again if the model gets upgraded, the expensive route usually means you avoid this.
So ask how likely it is to become a long term hobby of his/you both.
First question is radios, you can go old fashioned analogue 27MHZ or 40MHZ, I actually like them, but they are old tech now, the new tech is 2.4GHZ, you will need minimum of a transmitter (TX), receiver (RX) and one or 2 servos depending whether the kit your building has a mechanical speed controller. Even if it has got a mechanical speed controller I'd be inclined to fit an electronic speed control (ESC) as it saves weight and space in the model plus is less faffing.
You will also need power, so a battery and motor. Given it's a little lad an old fashioned 7.2v stick pack will be the best option, bullet proof and simple and cheap. Buy a few they don't last long. A standard 27 turn stock motor (probably included in kit) is also ideal as it's slow enough to control but quick enough to enjoy. NOTE. An ESC and motor should be matched, if going this route you can either choose a very cheap esc which will support a standard motor or go for a more expensive version which will also support faster motors later on.
However just as with the radios there was the better long term option of 2.4ghz, with power there is also lipo and brushless, this is the latest tech and gives longer running and much more speed, but it's more expensive and the lipo batteries are much more delicate, I don't think it would suit a beginner child at all. But do be prepared to replace Battery/Speed control and motor if at a later date you wished to go down this road.
You will also need a charger, luckily now a lot of dual chargers are around offering to charge traditional batteries and lipos. As a guide I've just bought an IMAX B6 which needs a 12v power source, so I bought a cheap fusion 12v power supply too, this means I can charge batteries at home or out in the car when we go out to play, just gives you an extra battery or 2 if you stick one of the flat ones on charge while your playing.
Expect circa 10 minutes fun out of a battery, maybe more maybe less.
Take a little toolkit out with you, you don't need a dedicated model toolkit, just a few small screwdrivers, pliers, side cuts, small 1/4 drive socket set and some allen keys, bit of insulating tape, most people will have these around the house and they will mend most simple faults, you will rapidly find which spares will be needed regularly!
Cheap and expensive.
The cheap route usually means you will end up buying again if the model gets upgraded, the expensive route usually means you avoid this.
So ask how likely it is to become a long term hobby of his/you both.
First question is radios, you can go old fashioned analogue 27MHZ or 40MHZ, I actually like them, but they are old tech now, the new tech is 2.4GHZ, you will need minimum of a transmitter (TX), receiver (RX) and one or 2 servos depending whether the kit your building has a mechanical speed controller. Even if it has got a mechanical speed controller I'd be inclined to fit an electronic speed control (ESC) as it saves weight and space in the model plus is less faffing.
You will also need power, so a battery and motor. Given it's a little lad an old fashioned 7.2v stick pack will be the best option, bullet proof and simple and cheap. Buy a few they don't last long. A standard 27 turn stock motor (probably included in kit) is also ideal as it's slow enough to control but quick enough to enjoy. NOTE. An ESC and motor should be matched, if going this route you can either choose a very cheap esc which will support a standard motor or go for a more expensive version which will also support faster motors later on.
However just as with the radios there was the better long term option of 2.4ghz, with power there is also lipo and brushless, this is the latest tech and gives longer running and much more speed, but it's more expensive and the lipo batteries are much more delicate, I don't think it would suit a beginner child at all. But do be prepared to replace Battery/Speed control and motor if at a later date you wished to go down this road.
You will also need a charger, luckily now a lot of dual chargers are around offering to charge traditional batteries and lipos. As a guide I've just bought an IMAX B6 which needs a 12v power source, so I bought a cheap fusion 12v power supply too, this means I can charge batteries at home or out in the car when we go out to play, just gives you an extra battery or 2 if you stick one of the flat ones on charge while your playing.
Expect circa 10 minutes fun out of a battery, maybe more maybe less.
Take a little toolkit out with you, you don't need a dedicated model toolkit, just a few small screwdrivers, pliers, side cuts, small 1/4 drive socket set and some allen keys, bit of insulating tape, most people will have these around the house and they will mend most simple faults, you will rapidly find which spares will be needed regularly!
300bhp/ton said:
Never understood why people buy Tamyia RC cars for the most part. That is unless they have radically updated their game. Back in the day some 20 years ago Tamyia was generally massively outdated, over priced and under performing vs the rest of the competition.
Have things changed?
Not really no, there are many cheaper out there, much more competitive and much stronger. Have things changed?
But I grew up racing Mardave and Schumacher models and scorned the "toy" Tamiyas, now I love them as they are cosmetically lovely models, really nice to build and have produced some iconic kits, I hunted high and low for a Gr.b Celica and eventually found one on here of all places, I'd still love a 959 but they go for more than they are worth now, (sadly mostly end up getting broken on ebay) I'd also like a monster beetle as I remember them from childhood, none of these models are particularly amazing at what they do, but they truly are fantastic.
Buy one and have a play.
3 options here pal - http://www.jadlamracingmodels.com/casearch.aspx?pa...
Cheapest is 27mhz and comes in a handy pack. Low capacity battery.
Middle priced is also 27mhz, a classic rock solid controller with a higher capacity battery.
Top pack is 2.4ghz pistol grip (best way for cars). Fast charger and better battery again.
Someone said above that you'll get 10mins. Maybe back in the day but batteries are much better nowadays - the 3500mah battery in the top pack will give you 20mins of good performance and will probably go on for 30mins.
Plus as your a PH'er use code MODEL13 for 10% off (runs out on the 25th).
Cheapest is 27mhz and comes in a handy pack. Low capacity battery.
Middle priced is also 27mhz, a classic rock solid controller with a higher capacity battery.
Top pack is 2.4ghz pistol grip (best way for cars). Fast charger and better battery again.
Someone said above that you'll get 10mins. Maybe back in the day but batteries are much better nowadays - the 3500mah battery in the top pack will give you 20mins of good performance and will probably go on for 30mins.
Plus as your a PH'er use code MODEL13 for 10% off (runs out on the 25th).
russy01 said:
3 options here pal - http://www.jadlamracingmodels.com/casearch.aspx?pa...
Cheapest is 27mhz and comes in a handy pack. Low capacity battery.
Middle priced is also 27mhz, a classic rock solid controller with a higher capacity battery.
Top pack is 2.4ghz pistol grip (best way for cars). Fast charger and better battery again.
Someone said above that you'll get 10mins. Maybe back in the day but batteries are much better nowadays - the 3500mah battery in the top pack will give you 20mins of good performance and will probably go on for 30mins.
Plus as your a PH'er use code MODEL13 for 10% off (runs out on the 25th).
Thanks a million mate..........I'm just about to purchase the 'top pack'....I hope that it is everything I need.Cheapest is 27mhz and comes in a handy pack. Low capacity battery.
Middle priced is also 27mhz, a classic rock solid controller with a higher capacity battery.
Top pack is 2.4ghz pistol grip (best way for cars). Fast charger and better battery again.
Someone said above that you'll get 10mins. Maybe back in the day but batteries are much better nowadays - the 3500mah battery in the top pack will give you 20mins of good performance and will probably go on for 30mins.
Plus as your a PH'er use code MODEL13 for 10% off (runs out on the 25th).
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