Tamiya Konghead G601 Long Term Review - Should You Buy One?
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- Опубліковано 5 вер 2024
- Welcome to this long term review of the Tamiya Konghead on the G6-01 chassis. I've owned my Konghead for almost 7 years and it's one of my go-to RC trucks when it comes to having fun. In this video I give a detailed overview of all the features of this Tamiya kit and discuss some of the plus points and hop-up and upgrade options available. I've also included a few running clips that hopefully illustrate how this monster truck tackles different terrains. Feel free to ask any questions down below in the comments section and I'll do my best to answer them.
Take care and happy RCing!
100% you should buy one! This thing feels like it's floating over the terrain it drives over! I like it a lot! Nice overview Mark!
Too right Steve! It's a great truck on any terrain for sure. Thanks and all the best Steve! 😎👊👍
Great review, Mark. And what a great truck! You nailed it, the Konghead is so much fun to blast around, ridiculously tough, and somehow the stock pogo stick shocks work well. No shortage of smiles and laughs when blasting this truck around. Great review! 👊🏼 😊
Hi Fil! Couldn't agree more, dude, this thing is a total blast! Yeah I only fitted those CVA's on the front because they were rolling around in my spares box. As you say, plenty of smiles-per-hour! Cheers my good friend! 🍻😎👍
Been considering the G6-01 for a while. You've pretty well sold me on them now! Thank you.
I know what you mean, I have plenty that I've been considering too! You won't be disappointed by the 6x6 I'm sure! Cheers 🍻 😎👍
I love the monster truck look ,my fave for field bashing is the Madbull with the chrome wild Willy wheels and mad bull tyres and the Kamtec Cadillac limo body ..the wheelbase is spot on ….
Hi Craig, oh yes the Madbull has the same tyres doesn't it?!?! A great rig for sure, I need one in my collection! I like the sound of that limo body... 😎👊👍
Excellent long term review Mark! This is a fantastic chassis; I really enjoy my King Yellow!👍😊
Thanks Jeremy! Too right ✅ it's an awesome beast, the King Yellow is a fine truck, I might have got that if it had been released when the Konghead was! All the best, dude! 😎👊👍
Fantastic kit ! Great build! I put a 10.5 turn brushless system that will handle ( but not suggested) 3 cell battery. CRUISE MISSILE!
Oh yes pal it's fantastic alright! But a 10.5T on 3S?!?!?!? That's what you'd call a Rocket! 🚀😲😬👍
Too much power IMHO. Either 13.5 with 3S or 10.5 with 2S. I'm only even running a 17.5 with 2S and still think it's plenty fast enough for me.
Hiya mate. Oh yeah good idea for a video and you've done a nice job of finding those old clips and slotting them in. Yes I think that this is possibly the best of the modern Tamiyas because it's great in all the ways you describe and it's different to anything by other manufacturers. I do like the rear steering on mine but yes it does need careful use of steering input. One thing I wish I'd done on mine which I did on the Volvo Hauler is to use AW grease in the diffs which makes it better off road. With the bumper I'd recommend that mod to use a Lunchbox bumper which protects the front but doesn't catch on things like the stock one. Also I've put the wheelie bar from the Wild Willy on the back. Top work mate. Hope you have a smashing weekend lined up 😁👍👍
Hi there Pete and thanks for the kind words and insight. Oh yes it took bloody days to find all those old clips from my archive backup drive. A labour of love for sure! I forgot to say that a proper modern controller can be set to dial out massive oversteer as I'm still using old skool radios! 😅 And I also forgot about your LB bumper mod, I wish I'd chatted to you before making this video - I remember now you say it but I am 60 don't you know! 🤣 Thanks again mate and a happy weekend to you too! 🍻😎👍
It is a classic Tamiya chassis and looks loads of fun. I wanted the bus but added up the cost of bearing and shocks and was too much for me tbh. Great video Mark, love the edit 👍🏻
Hi there Damian! Cheers mate - yeah the bus is super cool too. It does add up (I think the bearings are £24) but for me it was worth it for the repeated fun this truck gives. Appreciate the nod for the edit - took me bleedin' ages! 😅 Thanks again! 😎🙏👍
When you cut from one take to another, you pop in s little fun clip, (or, in the case of 4:07, you pop in an awesome clip) and it's interesting to see how much fun value that adds to the video!
Oh Del, I'm glad you liked that clip, it's pretty epic, isn't it?!?!?! It was a lot of work trawling through all the old clips but I thought it was worth it. Your great comment confirms that so you have made my day! Thanks my friend! 🙏😎👊👍
@@MarkBryanRC Thanks for taking the extra trouble - for each person who comments on something like that, I'm sure there are many who do notice and appreciate it but don't think to mention it : )
@@Del350K4 Thanks again Del, I hope you're right, but I'm glad you DID bother to mention it! Hope all is going well with you, mate. 🤞🤞
Such a mad and fun rc. I would love to get one but it takes up so much space!😂👍
Thanks Sean, yeah it is a mad truck but yes it need a bit of space! All the best! 😎👊👍
Brilliant piece of kit indeed, mate! Thanks for the review.
You bet! As you can tell, I rate this one highly! Thanks for watching and commenting, friend! 😎👊👍
It does look really cool with that purple body. What a beast of a truck. Excellent vid!
Thanks very much! I do like to experiment with different paint jobs. 🎨 Cheers for your comment 👍 👌
Oh wow! What a beastly rig! You weren't kidding about the beating it takes! I agree with the single steering set up as more things equals more breakages! Nice long term review! Cheers
Cheers dude! Yeah this things had more crashes than I've had hot dinners! I'm with you on that, keep it simple is my motto! Your comments are always appreciated. Cheers! 🍻🙏😎👍
Interesting kit 👍 The drivetrain is sick 😮 Thanks for that review 🤝
Thanks! Yeah this is a very unusual kit and the drivetrain takes up the whole chassis! So cool 😎 Thanks for watching, pal! 🙏👊👍
That truck can take a beating, not normally with most Tamiya's 😆
Those bashing videos with McRob's Konghead were awesome
Cheers 🍻 Are, yeah this thing is definitely tougher than most Tamiya's! Did you see that bloody McRob crashing into me in those clips!?!? 🤣 All the best mate! 👍
I do like the Konghead, btu if I was going to get an oddball vehicle it would probably be the King Yellow, I love the look of it!!!
Hi Barry, yes the King Yellow is an awesome left field truck body, very cool 😎 👌! The chassis is a strong point on these things though mate! 😉👊👍
It's a great concept, Mark, with these long term reviews! Most of these Tamiya cars are being researched all the time on UA-cam, so I am sure this video will be popular and help a lot of people. And of course it's a cool RC! Mine is unfortunately decommissioned at the moment, but I hope to have it back as an 8-wheeler at some point, I'm still struggling with the design inside my head, he he...
Lovely video, Mark, and of course with all the old footage with yours and Rob's, very entertaining!
Many thanks Mads, yeah I'm getting the hang of this concept and making these videos - it's thanks to you and our chats long ago about different video formats going forward! I have a few more in the pipeline too. The Blitzer Beetle review is still going well so I think you are right about folk doing research. I'm sure you'll make a good job of that 8x8!!! Glad you enjoyed the show my good friend, have a great Sunday over there! Cheers! 🍻😎👍
Great vid Mark its a fantastic thing! Pure fun!
Plus the bonus is its a go anywhere tamiya! Fantastic design and looks epic! Nice one and have a super weekend buddy🍻👍
Hi James, I hope all is well! Thanks for the kind words as always. Yeah this truck is like a Lunchbox on steroids! And yes, it will go over anything! Have a wonderful weekend too mate! 🍻🙏😎👍
I don't think you can go wrong with one of these bro and I'm not surprised you love it. In addition, if you wanted a new look I'm sure you could fit the Tamiya King Yellow school bus bodyshell on it to create a different vibe. Excellent stuff...🙂👍🏻👍🏻.
Glad you agree about this truck bro! But then I know you are a man of good taste! Yeah the King Yellow is an interesting one, reminds me of the Simpsons though! Cheers 🍻 mate! 😎🤝👍
G'day McMark our Mukka🤠🙋♀️. What a beast it is!, looks awesome and fast too👌. Sheila asked if it was McRob racing around with you, yep sure was😁, you two are great👊. Thanks for the interesting review Cobber👍, its such a beast. We both hope you and your family are well Cobber and thanks for our smiles😁🙋♀️🦘🇦🇺
G'day me Cobber and me Mukka! Glad to read your lovely comment. Oh yes, you know it was McRob, my trusty partner in crime! Too right mate, this beast takes some stopping, I can tell you! We are doing OK my good friend, struggling along as usual. Hope you and lovely Sheila are well too. Keep smiling my Aussie Brother - cheers! 🍻😁💙👍
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Good to hear you're well and thanks mate😁🍻
Good review. I have to agree that it's a great platform. I have the King Yellow, and it's loads of fun.
Thanks pal! Good to hear you approve, I do like that king Yellow body too! Cheers! 🍻😎👍
Awesome, I remember these vids. Thanks for your review and statement. Time to get out mine again😂
Many thanks for the kind comment, Dirk! 🙏 So cool that you remember those vids, it's great to hear! Cheers! 🍻😎👍
@@MarkBryanRC for sure, yours, Shen RC and Matteo, inspired me to build mine
I think it looks cool and love the colour, thanks for your upload mate 👍🙏🐱
Thank you my man Cat! 🐈⬛! Glad you approve of the colour choice. Have a smashing weekend mate! Cheers! 🍻😎👍
Excellent video mark looks like lots of fun !
Thanks Paul, much appreciated! 🙏 It sure put's a smile on your face does this truck! Cheers! 🍻😎👍
Brilliant video Mark!! I really enjoyed watching this review and you have me looking at the hobby shops now to see if there are any available out there 🙌🏻
Many thanks buddy, glad you enjoyed the show! Haha, I knew this one would whet the whistle and get those hobby shops a few orders! 🤣 It is a bloody great kit though. Cheers! 🍻😎👍
Be cool to make the rear axle a steer axle. Great video, you can tell how much effort you put into it with all the editing. Thanks!!
Definitely, Rick! It's great that the parts for the rear steering comes in the kit! Oh yes it took days to make this video, so your kind comments are very much appreciated! Thanks! 🙏😎👊👍
great review mate . i really wanted a konghead for a long time . i will get one one day 😊👍
Thanks mate - yeah this is probably one everyone's list! It's worth getting one Dom! 🍻😎👍
Oh mate they are flying. I never realised how good they are or how fast. I thought they're quite a big rig but mate they fly . Bloody awesome. Great run here Mark i love it👍👌
Hi there Joe and many thanks for the great comment! With a better motor these things really do motor along, not too big to jump as you can see! Definitely bloody awesome. Thanks again mate and hope all is well - cheers! 🍻😎🙏👍
Well you certainly make a good case for buying one Mark. Good video mate.
Well I did my best Derek! 😅 Thanks mate! 🙏😎👍
I love my King Yellow version it's so much fun. But there are 2 weak spots I found from my GF-01, the plastic centre steering part and the hexes crack up over time.
Oh yes Mal, the King Yellow is a great looking rig! Can't beat a Tamiya 6x6! Thanks for the heads up about the steering, I'll keep an eye on that. Cheers 🍻 😎👍
Wonderful long term review. I need to get one of these.
Many thanks, that's very kind of you to say! Oh yes, every Tamiya fan needs a Konghead! 😎👊👍
@@MarkBryanRC Ordered one and some bearings. They’ll be here next week. 😁
Awesome! I know you will love the build! Have fun Trey! 😎👌👍
As you know, I've had problems getting and finishing any of my multiple projects....
But my G6-01 and TT-02B are my closest to being ready to run.
Your assessment is spot on! Mine hasn't run outside yet, but I can tell how much fun, and how much punishment it will take.
You've made me think.... I've got the dual steering, and I'm now concerned.
Like you, I knew this beast needed brushless power! But the only one I've got (besides the incredible 6-pole 1700kv I've got in my Wraith) is a Spektrum 10.5 sensored brushless motor/ESC, that I'm hoping won't be too much!!! 😮
I am deeply concerned about SHREDDING that aluminininium pinion gear! As usual, I can't afford steel gears yet.
I enjoyed this very much, Mark 🍺 🍻
Ah well that's the way it goes, problems and more problems but we keep on going. Hope you get to run yours outside and enjoy the quirkiness of it. You will be OK with the 10.5, just go easy on the throttle! My alloy pinion is still in there so good news for ya! Glad you enjoyed it. 😎👍
Cracking overview, for 7 years old it sure is in good shape still. One buggy i would love to get, one maybe. Could be a speed run contender 🤔😂
Hi there Richard! Yep, this is one sturdy Tamiya, tried and tested by two old farts over 7 years! Haha -
yes that would be cool to have a speed run class for these 6x6's!! 😅😎👌👍
@@MarkBryanRC see what Fil thinks 😁
@@lo2713 Definitely!!! 😁👍
Never considered one of these before, now I might have to 😅
Oh yes it's definitely one for the collection, you won't be disappointed! Cheers! 🍻😎👍
'You' don't need a bumper Mark, you're a professional basher!! 😂
Ooh the trusty old Donghead.... I loved revisiting all of those old videos with those clips mate, I remember all of them very well!
Kinda makes me question just why I still don't own one of these bad boys?!!
That thing has taken some serious abuse, and still keeps coming back for more.
A true example of what Tamiya do best-
Weird and wonderful quirky models that are a total blast to drive!
Now..... If they could just provide bearings instead of those pesky plastic bushes, I mean, don't they ever listen to Mark and Rob on UA-cam?! 😂
The friction shocks actually seem sufficient on this one though ..... those 6 bouncy tyres give plenty of damping, kinda like having a Nike air max on each axle!
I'm loving this themed series buddy, it's a joy to watch, and a very original concept..... I'm looking forward to seeing what the next model is!
Now then, slightly off topic.... but how are you feeling about Craigs 7.41 seconds on the salami challenge?
I do believe he is currently the fastest out of everyone so far, albeit with a far superior chassis!!
I really need to beat his time with the 959 this week, I called him out big time....... truth be known, I'm a little bit worried buddy!! 😬
Let's see how it goes on Wednesday, it's not guna be easy, but at the same time I don't think it's impossible...... providing nothing breaks! 😂
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Haha I've never been called a professional basher before, and I've been called a lot of things! 😅
You need a Kong in your life James! Bloody good fun.
And yeah, this is what Tamiya do best! Crazy but super-cool! 😎
Glad you like the series concept, it's a nice series to do, not sure what's up next...
As for the salami, I gotta go out and crush Craig and his bloody XV01. Type-S I think to try next.
Good luck on your run, you can do it! 😁👌👍
Wow what a beautiful 😊 love the colours. It is amazing, it is Mark proof 😂😂 (only joking). Have a good weekend. Take care 😊 great video by the way 👍
Thanks so much Kim! 😊 Always a pleasure to read your comments. Haha yes this was Mark-proof but not Rob-proof! 😅 All the best my friend! 😎🙏👊👍
Yeah I agree always use metal bearings
You know it! Thanks for the comment dude! 😎👍
Great vid Mark . Great one again 💪🏻💪🏻
Glad you enjoyed it! Many thanks for watching and commenting - cheers! 🍻😎👊👍
Excellent review as always, Mark! I don't fancy having one of these, but it's definitely interesting to see the internals and how it all works 👍 Probably double the fun when you have a buddy running one, though😁 I need your help deciding which to build first.. The Lancia 037 kit or the Integrale kit on the XV-01 chassis? Both are similar priced and both good rally chassis, I've just had it with the steering issues on the MJX
...and a most excellent comment as always, pal! Yeah, it's not for everyone but interesting all the same. Yeah definitely more fun to be able to RC with a good friend. As for the choice you asked about, the XV01 is a way better rally chassis and you will cry very loudly if you detail that hard 037 body and then crash it - ABS splinters everywhere! 😭😖😬 So I say XV01! Cheers! 😎🙏👍
@MarkBryanRC thank you for answering, and have a great weekend, my friend 👍 ..the Stratos is also an option 🤔🫡
@@scaleworksRC No worries dude! Have a great weekend too over there. Love the Stratos, one of my all time fave rally cars! 💙💙😎😎👍👍
Old Guy Mark long term review 😉
Hi again Cosmo or should I say Kalle!!!! Old guy Mark here!!! Take care mate! 😎👊👍
Great video mate love it 👏
Thanks mate that means a lot! Cheers and have a great evening! 🍻🙏😎👍
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Thanks Chris, have a great weekend mate! 😎👊👍
Nice long term review.
Do you think middle wheels could be used at 4 wheels streering instead of the two at the back ?
About the shocks, which size are they ? There is kit for GF01 which fits but there is four shocks...
Thanks.
Thanks Sam!
Yes I think anything is possible if you put your mind to it but middle wheel steering would take a lot of work to get the servo to move the wheels the correct amount. The shocks are the same as the GF01, I think they are 65mm?!!?!?!
All the best! 😎👍
Almost pulled the trigger on this a few times. Not sold on the body though. Do you know of any aftermarket alternatives?
Hi Steve - yeah this is a great chassis and worth a punt! Hmm, not seen any aftermarket bodies for this but you can get the King Yellow (school bus body) and Volvo Hauler on the same chassis. Cheers! 😎👍
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Cheers Bro, you nailed this one! 🔨😎👍