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Tamiya Flatbed Trailer Kit TAM56502 Part 2 Custom Build Reveal, Tips and Chat
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- Опубліковано 5 жов 2021
- Tamiya Flatbed Trailer Kit TAM56502 Part 2 Custom Build Reveal, Tips and Chat
So sorry about the weird jump straight into the video, somehow the whole intro got ruined and the video was unusable. This is the wrap up of the trailer build for my recent Grand Hauler build. Many thanks to the RC Elf for helping out with all of this!! The lighting in the trailer was giving me fits from day one and it took some time but got the result I wanted and it is fantastic!! I am very happy with the matching paint scheme and all the extra time and effort it took to make it what it is. I can easily see how people get so caught up in building and customizing these vehicles. Make sure you stay to the end as I have some clips of myself being myself!!!
Thanks again to the RC Elf and let get into the video!
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I'm SO glad that I replaced ALL of the Phillips Head Screws with more realistic looking Hex Head Screws. It's personal preference, and a pricey one... But the smoother flatter Heads might also prevent scratching. I hope!!
I definitely appreciate how much work goes into these. You've really done a fantastic job on yours!
I think if you don't have the electronic leg kit you should be fine. That kit adds a few things to the coupler and causes it to stick down a little further. I have had a suggestion to shim up the coupler on the truck a couple millimeters to help avoid it catching on the fenders. If you are driving on flat ground you should be fine. Mine was from handling it on the bench while it was coupled together and caused it. Those hardware swaps are not cheap.
Like I mentioned in my previous response, most of the Tamiya Semi electronics are early 90's technology. They don't seem anxious to update any of it.
There's definitely options, but the only one that's as plug-and-play as Tamiya is GT Power. IT'S only advantage is Lipo compatibility.
Since I built my Grand Hauler, I found an Evilbay Supplier that specializes in small Metric Hex Hardware.
A bag of 100 8x6mm Hex Screws, $9.00!!!
I just custom built a flat deck myself. I used the Tamiya kit for a template as well as the wheels etc. The frame, side rails and deck were built from aluminum I ordered in. The kit is metric, the closest standard size for the angles was 5/8" (very hard to find) and 1 1/2" x 3/4" for the frame (both .063 thick). The 5/8 angle is just a hair larger and the 1 11/2 " angle is about 1/16" shorter than the stock frame. A jigsaw with a metal blade worked great for cutting out the frame after using the stock frame as a jig for holes etc. I thought it would take a long time but I had the trailer complete yesterday. I learned the shortcomings of the Tamiya trailer wiring kit with my last build (tanker). I also learned about the orange LEDs. They look great when turned off and are a perfect match for the amber plastic on the stock lights. But when you turn them on...Wow are they ever orange. I ended up ordering yellow 3mm LEDs that look way too yellow when off but look good turned on. The solution was I had some Testors amber turn signal paint. I put two coats of that over the yellow LEDs and they look great off or on. I don't have mine made to remotely turn on. They are just wired to a 6v NiMH battery velcroed to the bottom between the frame rails same way I built my tanker. I am still waiting on my order of basswood strips from Sig to surface my deck. I built it to be a scale 45' trailer. That was the standard back in my trucking days. They are still made today but 48' and 53' are more common. Shipping containers now come in a 45' high volume version so I may build one from scratch next winter for a project. I may also build some winches with straps and use some rectangular brass tubing cut up and some 1/4" side strips to build side rails along each side for anchoring straps and chains along the sides. I just uploaded a little quick and dirty video of it on my channel. Nice channel btw, subscribed.
I have thought about trying to build a custom trailer, I have seen them done but that is a long term project for sure! Nice tip on the lights as well. I do notice that from an angle they look normal but looking directly at them they are pretty bright! I will have to go over and check out the video of it all. One of these day I will tackle a large custom build like that. I have been wanting to build another truck so it may happen sooner than I think LOL!!
Great job matching the truck LEDs look great too, I did my KH with box trailer & GH with this trailer to haul BUGGYRA all painted Matallic black with KH stickers & sponsor stickers, I also did wireless LEDs on both trailer's the box trailer has alot of LEDs, yes a labor of love great video 😉👍🚛
Yes! The wiring is the most tedious thing about them. Stock it is not bad but the second I decided to do extra stuff it became a lot more work! Thanks for the compliment and it took a lot of fiddling to get the trailer lights working and all cleaned up. Totally worth it in the end and it was super rewarding to see everything all lit up and working at the end!!! The next adventure with one should be a little easier. Thanks as always for stopping by and checking in!!!
Just been looking back at some old videos Addam , You did an Awesome job 😎😎
Thank you! I spent a lot of time making sure it was going to be as good as I could get it. As you know all to well there is a lot o stuff to paint on these things and much, much more than I am used to so that was a challenge in itself!
OMG, I'm so excited.!!! I have just unboxed my very first Tamiya kit 5 days ago. That was the Unimog 406 that the RC ELF have sent to me. Two days ago I also unboxed the Grand Hauler from the RC ELF.!! He sent me straight to you and now I see why. Awesome video my new Tamiya brother. I can't wait to see your 1st Hauler video. I will be sure to watch it before I get started on mine.
The build is pretty straight forward, typical Tamiya except there is just a lot of it. It is pretty involved but goes together very well. Painting takes a good bit of time so go through the instructions and try and get all the parts you need to paint done at one time and don't rush that part!! It is a really fun truck to build and even more fun to drive around and just practice with it. Be very careful with handling it if you have a trailer attached or driving up and down hilly areas with the trailer attached. The fenders sit very close to the trailer and I scratched mine messing with it. So just try and not man handle it with the trailer attached and be careful creating over a hill to make sure it doesn't contact the fenders. Congrats on the awesome truck and you are going to have a ton of fun with it!!!!
@@AddamsPlayground thank you for your response.! I am so happy right now. It looks like the Tamiya community is really accepting me with open arms. I will be contacting you and others if I run into anything weird. I really appreciate the support.!!
@@AMAZINGRC sure thing, happy to help out!!
Great build. I too watch Hobby Concepts to get the wireless trailer hookup. I redid all my trailers and trucks to one channel on my Spektrum radio. I'm buildinga new King Hauler Black Edition with the tanker trailer. I'm using the black box light controller off ebay. The taillights glow then bright when brakes are applied. On the reefer it allowed to do two brake lights and turn signals. I would like to have running lights but don't really want to drill holes to add them. I got to build the Grand Hauler with a new box trailer as well. My Knight Hauler has the full MFC. I'm not doing sounds and stuff in the new trucks. I'm just using the black box light kit and leds bought off amazon. It'll be cool. I'm using a Hobby Wing 1080 esc set to where there is no motor noise too. Driver figure will be installed and will be awesome. I like those full fenders on the Grand Hauler but you did mentioned they hit with the motorized legs.
You are getting a whole fleet over there! I do want to build another one, they are a lot of fun to build and finish! Yeah, the motorized leg kit hangs a little lower in spots and has a couple screws that stick out slightly. Just enough that I did scratch the fender. I have heard you can place some spacers under the coupler on the truck to raise it slightly to help . I have not done it yet but I will try it. In my next truck I want to run one of the Beier sound and light kits in it. Totally programmable that will help the truck as it will be a custom one! Thanks for stopping by and checking in, I appreciate it!!
Looks great, fantastic finish, WANT!
If you get a chance, get one. I enjoyed this build more than any other so far! Thanks for the kind words but you can't have this one 😂😂😂
Love your attention to detail
Thank you, it was a build I felt like everything had to be as correct as possible. Normal spray and play building wasn't the plan for this one at all! Thanks for stopping by and checking it out and for the kind words!
That's lookin' real nice mate. The truck and trailer match seamlessly with the paint and finish👌. Awesome work, Addam! 👍
Thanks Mick!
Wish I had of watched your videos before I painted the truck it sucks up that paint! Got the trailer on the way not sure exactly what I'll decide with lights etc but these videos have helped me understand the trailer before I receive it and my plans thanks 🙏 and thanks RC elf!
Yeah this took way more paint than I expected it to! The wireless lights were kind of a pain but the factory trailer light setup will only power the lights in the kit. In hind sight I probably would just have the trailer lit up statically and not worry about all the turn signals working and all that but it is cool it all works together, just a lot more effort. These are extremely fun kits to assemble and get going and so much fun to just play around with! It is the biggest showpiece in my collection and I love looking at it. Have fun with yours!
@@AddamsPlayground biggest most expensive piece in my collection very prized possession I'm waiting for a smoke unit for mine to finish the cab I've got lights in the dash I actually fit the mfc and speaker receiver and battery all in the back cab and that's finished...I guess lol have to think about lights and paint for the trailer the trailers are super expensive I'm 46 and always wanted tamiyas since I can remember I only get a disability pension but manage to save enough for them I've built a sand scorcher midnight pumpkin chrome hotshot hornet and mk1 golf still some finishing touches for some like paint done over about the last year gives me great joy 😊 you and bobs videos been a great help with the truck 🚒 thanks 👍
@@blitzrc4713 I learned an awful lot from Bob! He is a wealth of knowledge about these kits!! You have managed to get a great lot of kits over there!! I am glad you are enjoying them! I know the list of wants from my childhood is still very long!! 😂
Great, the trailer fits perfect to the semi. I like that you added the stripes, too👍
Yeah, I thought the paint would be enough but it really needed to stripes too. Makes it look like a true show truck. Thanks for watching!!
Sweet Rig! The flatbed trailer appears to be short in length and not scale. I think it should be a few inches longer to be scale.
Yeah, one of the biggest issues with the Tamiya one is it is shorter. Doesn't look as scale but to be honest it saves some space for storage and once you are driving it it really doesn't matter. It is just fun and too cool looking to notice it is a little short! Thanks for stopping by and checking it out!
Fantastic job my friend. Looks good, not a fan of the chains, but you made them look good. Love seeing custom work to these. I'm currently building two, gonna be a set of trains. Not a fan of when the truck is turning right and left the signals on the trailer come on, just wouldn't see that in real life. Anyway great job, truck looks good too. Love a good long and rambly video 👍
Thanks! If you love a good long rambly video you came to the right spot! All of them are twice as long as thy could be with me blathering one in them! This was my first big truck and all of it was new, think it turned out well even though I had no idea what I was getting into! I want to do another one in 2022, just haven't figured out which platform to work with. Leaning towards the globe liner but may go with the king hauler.... also depends on the $$ situation.
@@AddamsPlayground Haha well my videos aren't much different. Its good to be thorough. 👍
Looking great 👍🏼. Nice clean work this evening I’ve been doing some crazy wiring on my zetros had to take a break and surf the tube lol
I hear ya! The wiring is one of the tedious parts. Just getting every tucked away and clean takes a lot of time. They are amazing kits to build. Thanks for taking a break with me tonight!!!
Hey Brother I just found your channel love it... that would look very cool with real wood logs ya know...ok Take Care 👍✌❤☮💪
I actually want to get the pole trailer for the truck to use for logs! I did gut some and put them on it and it did look cool. That Pole trailer really looks the part once you get it loaded up! Thanks for stopping by and checking it out, I appreciate it!
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Thank you but this was not my creation. It was a gift from a subscriber. He did an excellent job and I am so happy to have it. Thanks for watching and glad you enjoyed it!
I would of used flat head leds instead. You prob would of had to make the wire kit yourself but the look would be better. I have mine built but haven't gotten around to lights or anything yet.
Yeah I can see that looking good. These kind of look like little lenses down the side. It is not scale accurate but I love seeing it all lit up. Running all the lights was my least favorite part of the build as it is packing 5lbs of stuff into a 1lb box at times! It looks good in the end though!
Looks awesome!
Thanks! I am very happy with the way it came out.
Addam, I have the same setup but a protruding screw on the trailer scratched the fenders on the truck when turning. I had to raise the fifth wheel and the legs.
Yeah, I found out afterwards this is a common issue with the auto leg kit causing that. It too have a scratch across the fender. I bought some adhesive diamond plate to cover the tops of them but have not put them on yet. What did you use for spacers do it? I guess the better question probably is how much did you raise it? Thanks for stopping by, checking it out and for the tip!
The brass bearings under the fifth wheel and wood under the legs.
@@harryvalle8276 good use for those brass bushings!!!
Hi Addam, that is a great looking truck, that colour scheme is beautiful. Shame about that scratch, you have spent hours and hours and hours on such a great mode, real shame to have an accident. I appreciate it’s a lot of work, but I would still be inclined to remove the fender and repaint, such a great rig! I like the dual receivers linked up too, great way to have those lights sequenced with the cab, great work there. Oh, I too have been touched by legend ‘RC Elf’.😉 great gentleman indeed. I’m subscribed. Take care and keep well. 😉
Thanks John for the kind words and the sympathy for my scratch!! I think the diamond plate is the way to go to prevent it from happening again as I am sure at some point it probably will. RC Elf is an amazing person and glad you got a visit as well!!!