How to Build a Tamiya TT02 Chassis for Rally + Mods and Tips - Part 1
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- Опубліковано 27 сер 2020
- Welcome to this Tamiya TT-02 Chassis Build Guide, where I focus on the changes needed to enable this versatile chassis to perform better when running off road or rallying. My TT02 will eventually be a Subaru Impreza '99 Richard Burns replica rally car. So in this video I will show the subtle little mods and tips I've learned from previous builds. Most are very simple, common sense and cost-effective (i.e. free or very cheap!) but when added together make a big difference to off road running and the long life of the RC car. More coming in Part 2. I hope you find something of interest or helpful in the video. As always, thanks for watching and all the best from Mark.. :)
Here is a link to the supplier I use on eBay for the stainless hex screws. www.ebay.co.uk/itm/181024489629
They are the cheapest I've found - about £3 for 50 M3x10mm button head screws! And a pack of 100 is only a few pence more. Free postage. They don't do packs for Tamiya kits, you just have to buy M3 screws of different lengths to match the length of the ones in the kit. I buy packs of 8mm, 10mm, 12mm and 15mm screws and just use the Tamiya ones if any longer screws are needed. - Авто та транспорт
I bought a used tt-02 car used for racing and am in the process of converting it into a rally and haven't been able to find any videos like this one THANKS A LOT!
Hi Manuel! Good to hear you got a TT02 - I hope you enjoy the conversion to a rally car, it will be awesome when you are finished! Glad you liked the video, Part 2 coming soon. Thank you for your supportive comment.. Greetings form the UK! :-)
Great, Mark! I will definitely get back to this if I ever build a TT-02 rally car. Great instructions. You stopped in an interesting part 🙂 Well, the best to you.
Goddag, Mikael. Thanks for watching and the cool comment - I hope you do a TT-02 rally car one day, I'm sure you would enjoy the drifting driving experience on the dirt! Ahhh - yeah I thought it would be better to do 2 shorter videos (I remember wise words from a Scandinavian friend of mine!) and thought it would be good to end on an interesting part - hoping people will be more inclined to watch Part 2. Me, thinking about my audience? Never!!! All the best, mate! :))
Genius 😃👍 Excellent video Mark, and one I'm sure people will find extremely helpful for many years to come. It will definitely rank among your most watched in the future, along with the pending part two. 😃👍👍
Thank you Sir! I hope you are correct, Derek! I think the next one will be of more interest, where I make the suspension changes to raise the ride height. A bit of bodging included, chopping original parts up! Thanks for the supportive words, mate - hope your Bank Holiday weekend is going spiffingly! 👍
Thank you very much for making this video as I was about to make a rally car with a tt02sr chassis. Looking forward to your next video.
Cheers, Tim! Glad you liked it - I was hoping that some people would find at least one little idea from the video. The suspension mods in the next video should be a bit more useful, I think. Best regards from Mark.. :-)
Thank you so much! I have an old TT02 chassis sitting for years and I've wanted to build it but all the tracks around me are offroad tracks! I needed a guide like this to make sure I can run offroad!
...and thank YOU for watching, Phil! Glad I could help and it's exactly times like this that I made the video for - many more off-road tracks than on-road. I hope you have fun with the modified car - all the best from Mark... 👍
Nice build and tips my friend! This will definitely be a fantastic beauty! Have a great week my friend 👍
Thanks Charlie! 👍 I hope it turns out well, still working on the chassis, saving the body for last! Enjoy your week too my friend! :)
YEA BUDDY!! I’ve been waiting for this build! I’m building the same kit. Thanks for the tips. I too used the thick grease in the diffs, full bearing set. Tamyia aluminum drive shaft and ends. I need to trim some things now 👌. Looking forward to the rest of the build. Thanks Mark. ✌️
Thanks a ton, Rick! Sounds like you got all the good parts for your build - it's gonna be a fun car to run when finished. Happy trimming and thanks for the great comment - cheers! :-)
Hi Mark. Some great tips and mods explained very clearly and concisely mate. Keep up the good work dude.
Hey, thanks, dude! I try my best mate, but the vids are always better for me when we do them together! Hope all is well with you matey! :)
Hi Mark, fantastic tips for preparation of the chassis. Keep up the great work bud. I will be taking mine apart and performing some of those modifications to squeeze every bit out of the car.
Thanks John 👍 Hope you find some of the mods useful, I think it will definitely fare better off-road with some fettling! Enjoy the great TT02 my friend! :)
Mark I just was looking at my TT02 rally after watching your part 2 I did leave that part out on mine I never had any problems with it out so that's good.
Cheers, Steve - good to know you can totally leave that part out, I appreciate you taking the time to get back on this one! Take it easy, bud! :)
How good was this , exelent tips. After watching how good your rally cars go I'm just going to have to build one. We have all the Arrmas but these Tamiyas and Kyoshos are my favorite and very addictive.
Glad you enjoyed it! Yeah, these Tamiya kits are very addictive, I for one can't stop buying them! Not the strongest or fastest, but full of charm in my opinion. All the best, my friend! :)
I run a tt02 type s for racing (one for me and one for my son) but wanted a rally car for my daughter to practice with outdoors. Bought a tt02 with bearings on ebay for 50 quid and currently rebuilding as per your instruction Mark, as I see this as a capable and cheap fun rally car. Even better having two already as it means many of the type s spare sprue can be used if anything breaks
Very cool! 50 quid is a great price for that TT02, and yes it really is a capable rally car with a little tweaking! Good point about the spares as you get all of the basic TT02 parts along with the upgraded parts in the Type-S kit, they have come in useful for me too. Have fun! :))
Awesome, really useful and interesting info there. Another one of yours to bookmark in case I ever stop buying crawler parts long enough to afford a rally car... 🤷🏻♂️🤣 Have fun dude, and fingers crossed the weather gets a bit more rc friendly for the weekend! 👍
Good day, Steve! Cheers mate - it's all simple stuff, I know, but all the little changes do add up. One day you will not be able to resist that temptation - and I'll be waiting to see the results! Yeah, the weather looks a bit better for the rest of the Bank Holiday - hope you can get out for some run-time. I'm off to flatten a few batteries shortly! Take care, dude! :-)
Very informative, very well filmed and narrated. :) Good tips 👍 thank you. :) It helped me build mine easier and with your tips hopefully more capable.
Many thanks and I appreciate you taking the time to leave a comment! Glad it helped!
Very informative. Guess what, trimming off the “limiter” on rear lower suspension arm was exactly the thing I did to fix my ride height! I took my tt02 for rally once on the hills, and you’re right - dirts did get into the front steering parts and jam. Creative solution to use glue gun! Besides I also noticed that the dirt and grass got underneath the motor, wonder if that does damage to the motor though.
Hi Eric - thanks very much for your comment. Yeah, that little plastic "limiter" makes all the difference! Plus I was fed up of the dirt clogging up the steering, I have tried this method before and it really does work. Never had a problem with the motor, just sweep away the dirt with a brush after every run. Best regards, my friend! :-)
Thank you Mark for this video. Now I had to dissasemble my Subaru shelf to make it a real rally car 😅😅 waiting for your next vid...
Hello, Julio, thanks for your kind words - I'm happy that you found this useful. The tips are very simple, but effective! Best wishes to you from Mark... :)
Hi Mark, this is a great tutorial, I wouldn’t have thought about using hot glue to fill gaps to prevent parts from seizing. Also using thicker grease in the diffs is a really smart. I always say you have a gift for teaching. I love watching your tutorials for tips but this one may inspire me to build a TT02. Tamiya kits are finally coming back into stock, I may try a touring/road car to rally conversion. Always enjoy your uploads Bro, have a great weekend👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾
Hi Paul - I hope you and your family are well, Bro. Thanks as ever for the great comments. Yeah, hot glue is a good cheap way of blocking holes, plus the glue is pretty light so doesn't effect the balance too much. I'd love to see a TT02 on your channel, now that's perfect for our pending collab! Nice and easy to build, but a good performer when finished. Glad you enjoyed the video, I just saw your new one, loved it Bro! Take care my friend. :-)
Hi Mark, I’ve really been inspired to build kits again. I sent you an email with some pics of a WPL 1/16 crawler project. Will keep you posted on the TT02 chassis. Looking forward to part 2 of this series. 👍🏾
Thanks Mark great video love the idea of using the aw grease as a "gasket".
Cheers, Mark! Yeah, the AW grease is perfect for sealing gaps, nice and thick! All the best, mate! :)
just picked up a tt02 from the store today! can’t wait to build my own!
Great news, Julian! Have fun with the build, it's a great kit!
Just wanted to say your videos are so helpful I am so new at RC cars and you’ve just explained everything so well. From modifying my real Subaru WRX to modifying an RC car it’s just a new world !
Great to hear! I'm really pleased that you found the videos useful. it makes them worth making! I hope you enjoy your new hobby - all the best from Mark... :)
Any chance you have an Instagram or a way I could ask some questions I may have? Sorry I don’t mean to be a pest😅
@@subie_mioch_1872 You are definitely not a pest! I don't have instagram, but you can ask me on here - I will always try to help if I can! :)
Great idea with the hot glue Mark! I think this video is going to be big on UA-cam! When I converted my tt-01e to a rally there were hardly any videos on how to.
Awesome job my friend; have a great weekend!👍😊
Good day, Jeremy! Thanks for the supportive words, yeah I noticed there were not too many videos like this, and as I am trying to get the best out of this chassis for off-road use, I thought it might be of interest to other people with a similar kit. I hope the video does well, too - I think the next Part 2 will be of more interest with the suspension mods. All the best my friend. :-)
Thanks Mark!
The D15 trick was a valuable tip. I’ll do that with my Motul Autech TT-02. I’m considering also trimming the lugs off the arms as well. The road version has very little travel. But I’ll run it first and see if it’s necessary as I think the arms look the same road and rally. But I’ll also inspect the TT-02B which are longer arms and check it out for any restrictive components and again the D15.
Hope you are staying safe and well.
Again thanks for sharing! 👍🤓🇦🇺
Hello Paul, I hope you are well my friend. Glad you found something useful in the video - yeah the suspension arms are exactly the same on road and rally TT02 versions. I think the TT02B instructions actually omit the D15 part, not entirely sure though! Keep safe mate, and happy RC'ing! :)
100 comment 😆 omg Mark ive missed 2 of your vids, how bad am I ha ha 😂 at least I can watch them back to back 😍 fantastic build and Advice as always brother. Going to look Sick 😁 right time to watch your other 1 👍😍😎👍
You're the best, Tony! It's cool to be Number 100! Don't ever worry about missing stuff, mate, I know exactly how it is - we try our best! Thank you for catching up though, and your kind comment is really appreciated. Take care Bro! :)
Nice tips Mark you really have been doing a lot of building this summer that hot glue trick is nice and it probably provides strength i use the antiwear in my diffs to😀👍👊💯
Thanks Brent! Yeah, I have done a few kits, haven't I? Well, with the lockdown, we have all had plenty of time - but sadly back to work for me! Yeah, that glue ads a bit more rigidity to the chassis too - all the best my good friend. 👍
Hello my friend! We can see that the school year has started, Professor Mark's classes have resumed! And once again it's a success.
Thank you for sharing your experience. I admit that filling the holes with liquid glue is something that impressed me. . . nevertheless it is a radical way to get rid of the dust and other debris that we can collect during a rally. . . sometimes it's a real chore to clean our cars.
I hope your first day at school went well. I'm already feeling very tired, but it's normal and I need to get back into the rhythm. The work with the mask is difficult, headaches come easily as well as an important thirst. . . as usual the teachers will adapt without flinching.
I wish you the best, mon ami. Take care.
Merci beaucoup, mon ami! Yes, we have started the hard school term leading up to Christmas - well, they are all hard! I am very tired, too, and so are the children in my class, they are not used to working! But it is going well, thank you, even without masks all the social distancing and hygiene is difficult. Anyway, I appreciate your wonderful comments, I have never been called a professor before! Your English is better than mine! I hope this message finds you well, have a good rest and let's get this first week under our belts. Take care my friend, love and peace! :)
I did that with my RC, not all but mostly with my Bashing cars and the + point is that your shasie is stronger now too, thank you for all the information you provide here you did a very good job my friend and again thank you for everything 👊😉✌👍#68
Hello my friend Xavier! Great to read your words - good to know you did these tricks to your bashers too! Thanks for the great support and I wish you a peaceful weekend. Cheers! :-)
@@MarkBryanRC No problem with pleasure my friend, have a graet weekend to my friend 😜✌
The anti wear grease and gasket on the motor also prevent airflow through the motor. This causes it to RETAIN heat. Airflow through the motor will help to keep it cool without the need of external heat sinks!
Good point again! The gasket does also stop some of the heat from the motor from melting the plastic motor mount. If the air was allowed to pass through the plate, it would only be able to enter the gearbox and not be able to escape anyway! 😉👍
Thanks man im right now building my Subaru 99 good mods and tips
Thank you, too! Glad I could help! This really is a great kit and the Subaru 99 is one of my favourite rally bodies. Have fun building!
Just building my tt02 Porsche 911 to rally spec very helpful thanks Mark
Hi Bernie! Glad the video was of some help - enjoy that Porsche 911, it's a great body shell and a nice looking car! Thanks for the comment! :-)
Great video. Great tips.
Will follow step by step.
Glad it was helpful, thank you for the lovely comment! Best regards from Mark... :-)
@@MarkBryanRC i bought some black glue sticks for that. :)
Thank you Mark.
Black glue sticks, what a brilliant idea, I wish I had thought of that! Thank you Edoardo! :)
Nice video. I did similar steps on my TT-02 to modify it for rally. Instead of grease, I use silcone oil with 500 000 CPS in the front diff. Because of the better steer angle, you will be more safe when using CVDs in the front.
Great tip! Thanks for the info, I totally agree with you about the CVD's, too. All the best for 2021! :O)
Nice work so far, Mark. The hot glue trick was masterful, no stone will be getting in there. Good stuff! 👌👍
Thanks, Mick! Yeah, the hot glue makes a quick and easy fix, although it does look a bit messy! Never mind, can't see it with the body on! All the best, mate! 👍
@@MarkBryanRC Never mind mate, there's not much you can do to fill those spaces that will not be noticeable. Better than having the steering bind up all the time. 👍
Like 23. This looks very complex!!! Well done 👍🏻 for showing us how to put this model together. Thank you for your clear instructions. I still don’t think I would be able to fix it and put it together. I would have to call you if I needed one built for me or for my brother ✅😊
Thank you Inayaah! Cheers! It becomes easier the more of these kits you build. I would be pleased to help build one if ever you or your brother were interested. I really appreciate your thoughtful comments, take care! :-)
Another build 😳 nice 😊👍
Thanks Fredrik! 😁
Enjoy your weekend my friend.
I admire those who enjoy and take the time to build these kits. One thing that needs to be taught is HOW to "think" like the Tamiya people who designed and wrote up the instructions. Like learning to take a test you need to understand Tamiya think haha. I went in head first on a Tamiya Leopard tank and man was it a learning curve. No matter how great the exploded views/instructions there are ALWAYS these "WTH" angles that are impossible. I want to build their top shelf car but it looks like a mind meld and instant headache.
Hi there - I totally agree with you about learning to think "Tamiya" and it does take a few builds until it begins to feel natural! I bet a tank is a whole different ball game of complexity. I hope you do have a go at that top shelf car! Cheers!
Great content! You’ve inspired me to try some beginner tamiya builds: i am almost done #1, 2cv citroën M05 2wd. childhood memories there. Thank you sir!
That is awesome, Anreen! That 2CV sounds impressive, I love those little French cars! Even better, a little Tamiya to have fun with! Thank you so much for the nice comment! :-)
@@MarkBryanRC Cheers, eventually I will get to the TTs and maybe even Xv01
@@MauzyrockRC Sounds good, but be careful, Tamiya RC cars are addictive! :)
So, not to jam up your comment section, but yes getting into the hobby for the past 6 months has helped me get through some "more addictive" passtimes lets say. RC is teaching me to budget while having fun. So tamiya, yes, I have the rally 2cv to build and the smaller 1/12 rally yellow kit.
Thanks to you sir, inspirational and educational!
Thanks Marc! I'm doing a rally project w/ an Alfa GTA body. I was thinking about using a different chassis, but will wait until I watch both videos. I think your mods will give the results I'm wanting using the TT02.
Glad it was helpful! Sounds like a cool project you are doing. I think the TT02 might do the trick, I just finished doing the front suspension mods and got about another 10mm of clearance, so it's looking good! I'll try to get the video finished for this Friday, if I can - all the best my friend. :-)
@@MarkBryanRC Looking forward to it Brother! Thank You!
The Tamiya motor mount the prop shaft and the metal driveshafts are well worth the money and teamed with a firebolt 15t with high speed gear and 24t pinion.... currently fitted a differential lock block which is Tamiya and works a treat
Many thanks for sharing the info, Pete! Sounds like you got a nicely-tuned TT02 there! Bet is rips with the 15T motor. All the best, pal! :)
@@MarkBryanRC it's really controllable need to sort out getting some proper Tamiya oil dampers as I have some aftermarket ones on at the moment and it's not letting me have any ground clearance... also need some sticky tires if you have any suggestions?
@@MavAuto-Pete Oh yes, the Tamiya Mini CVA dampers are excellent, that's what I have on mine. As for the tyres, depends what surface you are running on - I'm using Chinese knock-off copies of the Tamiya rally blocks, very soft and good on all surfaces! :)
Great tips, thank you.
You are so welcome! Regards from Mark... :)
Really good video
Thanks David! Really appreciate the comment, man! :)
Nice with the glue. I will do that..
But what I also done and do ist building fenders inside the body shell out of duct tape. Works very good against sand!
Hello! Yes, the glue works well to stop the steering jamming up. Good tip about the duct tape fenders, I must use that idea! Best wishes to you from Mark... :O)
Hiya matey. Your video popped up just at the right time for me to settle down with a nice pint. I've got this IPA that is so strong and hoppy that it is nearly knocking my head off. Anyway great vid with some top tips. I had to stop it halfway and look at that steering bit that you trimmed. You know I don't even remember installing it but you are right, it is in the way! I will certainly have a look at trimming that. I think I've done the other bits. I had a whole tube of Tamiya anti wear grease from Japan before the fire but it's one of those things that got chucked out unfortunately. Luckily it does appear in some of the kits like this one. It's like gold dust isn't it? Don't think it's like anything you can buy from Halfords. Anyway very enjoyable mate. I've got the place to myself tonight as Saran is on nights. Need to find a movie with space ships in to watch! Hope you are all ok. Enjoy your evening mate 😀
Hello Pete! Glad you had a pint to watch with, sounds just up my street - strong and hoppy! I thought you would know most of these tips, after the TT02's I've seen you running. Hopefully there will be something of interest to other people. Yeah, that AW grease is like gold dust, well, very expensive for grease, anyway! Hope you found something sci-fy, we seem to be struggling to find new stuff on Netflix now, seen them all I think. Hope all is good with you too, mate - enjoy your Bank Holiday. :-)
Nice work Mark, I got to look at my steering I may have to do your mod on it if I have not done something with it already I know I did some front and rear a arm tweaks but don't think I did anything to the steering but the aluminum options for the rack and stuff.
Thanks Steve! Yeah I don't know why they put that part in that restricts the steering, it caused my servo to strip it's gears on my TT02D before I modified it! All the best from England, my friend! :-)
Super like + subscribed to the channel
Many thanks for the like, and your subscription is really appreciated! Best regards from Mark.. :)
if you think about it
an rc car is a good example of simple machines
gears, levers, wheel and axles, screws
and even electromagnets
Absolutely! I used a Tamiya kit to teach my son about engineering and electric basics, he learnt a lot!
Received today the kit of TT02 Audi Quattro from Atees, HK. Looks nice. This is my first kit to build rc car. Will start with your support videos... Thanks for support. Hope to watch part 2 soon...
Well done on getting your first Tamiya kit! Hope the videos help and I hope you enjoy the build!
@@MarkBryanRC What do you think about to install Inner Fenders made from any synthetic material ( like thin faux leather etc. and fix on the chassis?
Do I need Tamiya servo saver? Or its ok without it?
The standard servo saver in the kit is fine! :)
I find mine is fine without fenders, but give it a go and see if it improves things - let me know if it does! :))
Looking nice mark, i am looking forward to the next one, i am not a great fan off the tt serie, i have more with the ta series, i have 3 x ta04 and 1 x ta05.
Greetings my friend👍👍
Thanks Fons! No problems my friend, we all have our favourites - I only have a TA02, but I agree it is a fantastic chassis. I need to try a TA04 or 5 soon! Cheers for watching, greetings to you too, my good friend. 👍
Thank you for a great video Mark! Not sure why but I started with the Part 2... and now just seeing this on, I have to go back and do my build all over again! Lol... Great tip with the hot glue, I was wondering what it was and what purposed it served (I thought it was to reinforce the chassis).
Glad you enjoyed it, Christian! Well, I suppose the hot glue does actually reinforce the chassis, too - but it does a great job of preventing steering jam! Thanks for the kind comment, best regards from Mark... :)
Cheers for this. Already done the rear suspension mod but didn't know about the extra steering movement one. Done it, just need to charge the batterys for a road test😎 Need some better shockers for it now but seem to be in short supply.
Hiya Dave - Yeah, definitely need a decent set of shocks on this one, but as you say, parts are hard to get at the moment :-/
When available, I recommend the Tamiya super mini CVA shocks for this chassis, they really suit the car and work better than some alloy shocks I have tried. I'm gonna steal the ones off my TT02D and fit them to this rally chassis so I can at least get a decent test run in! Thanks for the comment, all the best! :)
@@MarkBryanRC CVA are the ones i want, bloody thing handles like a demented space hopper with the standard ones🙄🤣
Hehe - that's a great way of putting it! Tamiya really have no place putting those pogo sticks on a hobby grade kit - I've seen better shocks on toy grade RC's! :)
@@MarkBryanRC you made me do it! Ordered shockers and a charger from Time Tunnel models😎
Oh no! Please forgive me! Have fun with the new purchases! :D
Once again Mark, very informative stuff for those wishing to go off road with this chassis. Very nicely done. Clear and concise. What did surprise me was those plastic diffs. In all the dozens and dozens of Tamiya's I've built over the years, every one ( that had diffs ) were metal. I always thought they were a generic, default component. I'm presuming here that Tamiya with progress, improved design and development have changed to plastic diffs in newer more cutting edge models, to make them better with improved performance. Is that right ? If not then is it a just a case of using lesser components to keep the cost of the kit down ? I'm just trying to work out why some diffs are metal and some plastic and why the change ? Anyway, great job and look forward to episode 2.
Hi mate. Cheers for the thoughtful comment and support. Yeah, most of the newer 4WD chassis (TT01, TT02, XV01 etc) have similar 4 planetary gear plastic diffs. There are metal hop-ups available, but very expensive. I think it is a cost saving thing, but luckily I can report that all of my cars with these diffs are trouble-free. TBH, plastics these days are are pretty good, and a tiny bit of flex in the material probably helps prevent chips and cracks in the gears. The only issues we have had is slipping bevel gears in the TT02B (the ones that drive the diff ring gears, fitted to the end of the centre propshaft). But hey, they are cheap as chips! I think the metal gears are only used on older models and high-end newer releases. Anyway, hope is all well with you, enjoy the Bank Holiday. :)
@@MarkBryanRC Cheers for clearing up that one Mark. Have a great Bank Holiday too.
Great stuff - I wonder why such an illustrious firm as Tamiya still puts out models with these little design/manufacture flaws. Still, at least we have experienced Tamiya guys such as yourself to show us how to avoid the pitfalls.
By the way, for a very open diff action I can recommend Vaseline Intensive Care lip balm - "I used "Rosy Lips" but they do an "Aloe Vera" version, on whose performance I can´t comment.
Hello my friend! Hope all is good with you. Yeah, strange how such a popular chassis has such obvious problems, especially the bit that restricts the steering! Love your Vaseline tip - thinking about it, even the standard petroleum jelly would work wonders packed to the hilt in a diff! Enjoy your Bank Holiday, dude! :-)
@@MarkBryanRC I was building a kit M06 and found that I had no lube of any sort to put in the diff, so in desperation I used that!
@@Del350K4 As they always say, where there's a will, there's a way! :D
@@MarkBryanRC : ) The strange thing is that it handles quite well, for an RWD with pogo shocks!
Nice Vid 😎👌🏻🇦🇺
Thanks, mate! :))
Hi Mark, I really like your videos. I am thinking about the best platform for a rally car. I don't necessarily need something ready to go as I like to build custom parts and make changes. Here is my dilemma. I am looking at several chassis, but I cannot take a decision on the best one. Option 1: I have a TT02 chassis with a few hop-ups, and the cheapest option would be to implement some of your suggestions and probably CVD front axle to increase steering performance. Option 2: go for a HPI RS4 creator edition and chop some parts to increase ride height plus longer suspensions advantage is the stock metal gearing. Option 3: Kyosho fazer mk2 kit. Suspension travel does not look like a problem, but expensive. Option 4: XV01 long damper kit, probably the best option but quite expensive and not sure about hop ups for the future, plus not sure if 3s lipo fits in case. thanks and greetings from Wiltshire.
Hello, Enrico. Thanks for the kind words. And you sure have a dilemma! I don't have any hands-on experience of the HPI or the Fazer Mk2, but they both look like fine cars, I really like the quality of the Kyosho RC's, and they look super cool too! I can recommend the XV-01 as a rally car, mine has been run very often and is standing up well, very reliable and a super handling chassis. I have had a lot of success with the TT02 Type-S as a rally car with a little suspension modification (only a little trimming of the front lower wishbones needed. It handles super-nice and has so many hop-ups included in the kit, I recommend you take a look - I have videos of the build and mods required if you are interested.It's pretty cheap and you don't need to buy any other hop-ups. As for the basic TT02, I have yet to see how it performs, but my friend's TT02 does perform quite well off road - but my Type-S is better! All the best and greetings from Birmingham. :)
Awesome tutorial. Just building my first kit and have learned so much from your video. I am however still a bit puzzled about what part to cut off for part D5. Do you have any pictures of what to cut off?
Hi and thanks for the comment, I'm pleased that you found my video useful! Sorry but I don't have any separate pictures of the modified D5. However, at 4.02 into the video, if you pause it you can see how much I cut off the part, it's just the very left and right of the part that I trimmed a couple of mm. Alternatively, you can just omit the D5, just don't fit it. The car will run just fine without it. :)
@@MarkBryanRC Awesome, just solved it. Many thanks again for a great video.
Great to hear! Have fun with it! :)
Hay mark sorry for the late reply I’m still not getting any of your notifications 🤷♂️ bell is on just don’t understand and way brilliant going mark ace tip with the glue and yes definitely a must with bearings I to have a tt02 lots of metal upgrades on my as used to indoor race with it will have to do a video on it to show you as I no how much you like your Tamiyas. Hope your keeping all all good bro
Ah well, it happens, mate. Really good of you to take a look and find the video's - you are a top bloke as we say in the Midlands! I'd love to see that video my friend - keep safe and well too. :))
Mark Bryan RC your more then welcome mark 👍👍
hi again
bought the tt02 Impreza wrx sti. going to do the rally version. buying every aluminium part i can get for it. would you recommend the solid upper arms or the adjustable ones. bought the hex head stainless screws for everything following your other vid. any help appreciated for a newbie
thanks
Hi again! Nice Tamiya kit you bought! As for the upper arms, if you can get the adjustable ones they are better because you can adjust the wheel camber, very useful! Oh yes, those stainless screws are a great addition to the kit, too! Cheers!
Wow Mark, incredible to see the inside mechanics for your RC cars! My questions to you is: can I just hire your to build me one, 🤣🤣? Or maybe there is one like a beginner kit that is more like a "Lego car",🤣🤣. Great job Mark! A lot going on under the hood.
Thanks Christine! Of course I would build you one - no charge! I'm afraid the shipping cost might be extortionate though! Some of the cheaper kits are a little easier to put together, but you still need a screwdriver! Hope all is good with you, enjoy your weekend my friend. :-)
@@MarkBryanRC Aww, thank you Mark, you are so kind!! Yes, shipping would be outrageous! The first time I ever shipped something overseas (Ireland), the shipping was twice as much as the gift!! I was shocked!! There are plenty of screwdrivers and small tools around the house. My husband and son can build computers, so I could give it a go. 😊 You have a great weekend also! Thank you for your reply!
@@4cmjohn8 My pleasure, Christine! :)
Mark Bryan RC just got finished watching Jack’s RC video.
@@4cmjohn8 Cool! Got it cued up to watch too! :)
AAARRRGGGHHH!!!! Body now has all decals on, after your excellent videos on the bodywork, Mark. I thought this too went dandy, until I now realized I messed up big time on steps 14 and 16. I thought Tamiya had done a sloppy job making room for the screw heads of the MA1 (3+15 mm) that is used to attach the bumper.
Now.... I thought arthritis had made me completely harmless these days, but apparently the Viking is still in me. Not only strong as one, but stoopid as Harald the Braindeadest. I was completely sober and still turned all four MA1 screws all the way in. Well into the differentials...
🤯🤬🤬👹🚙🗑
Oh No!!! Sorry to hear about this error, Anders! 😥But glad the bodywork went well! 🤗
Sorry to say I have heard about many others making the same mistake with the screws, so you are not the only Mikael Mindnumb!!! 😅 I hope you can quickly get it resolved and get out enjoying the driving of your new Tamiya! 🤞😎👍
Great videos very informative, I'm just waiting for delivery of the Audi Quattro kit , do all these mods apply even though it's a rally car and not a drift/touring car set up ? . I'll certainly be looking to do all the mods anyway as I build . Thanks
Thanks very much for the supportive words! The Quattro is an awesome kit! I have done a video series about how to do the Audi body shell and fitting LED lights, here is a link to the first one:
ua-cam.com/video/pWTQXHZEDKs/v-deo.html
To answer your question, yes this TT02 build guide is specifically for upgrades and mods that make a better rally chassis, in Part 2 I show you how to increase the ground clearance and much more. Enjoy your build! Thanks!
@@MarkBryanRC thanks mate and yes I've studied all the vids on the quattro body and I'm looking to do the same but with warm white led rather than bright white to keep it retro looking ! . Can't wait to get stuck in ! I'll certainly be taking all your tips and tricks on board .already ordered bearings , uprated shocks and sport tuned motor .
Awesome! Good call with the warm LEDs! Looks like you got everything sorted and all the most important mods, I know you will love this Tamiya. All the best from Mark. :)
Hey Mark, I have been watching your videos for months and I finally had the courage to get a TT02 Kit. I am building an Impreza 99 too. I noticed that the front suspension is a bit higher(2-3mm) and softer than the rear. Is this as designed for a Rally Car? I have followed all steps and cant figure out if I have done something wrong or not. I am not using the shocks that came with it, but some adjustable ones I got on ebay. Wondering if i should adjust the front ones to make it stiffer and reduce the travel a bit. Well done on all your videos. Amazing work. Cheers.
Hey, Gio! Thanks for the kind words, my friend! Well, I never built my TT-02 in stock form, just adapted it. Good to hear you got the Subaru '99, it's a great kit. The front is a bit lighter than the rear, due to the motor placement, so I think it will be good with a little softer suspension at the front. I wouldn't worry about it too much, try the chassis on a run and see if it bottoms-out on the rough - if so you can dial in a bit of preload on those shocks - it really is a matter of "suck it and see!"
If you have any problems, let me know and we will see if we can work it out! All the best from Mark... and enjoy your awesome Tamiya rally car! :)
Hey Mark, thanks for the video. Very helpful. Which size do the ballbearings have with which you replace the plastic bearings? Greatings from germany
Hi Michael! Thanks for the comment! The bearings you need are as follows:
1050 Ball bearings x 8 (10x5mm)
1150 Ball bearings x 4 (11x5mm)
1280 Ball bearings x 4 (12x8mm)
Greetings to you from England! 🙂👍🏻
Hi. Thanks for the video. If you get the metal bearings do you still grease them inside and out like the plastic ones?
Hi Tom, no I don't grease my metal bearings, it may cause them to spin in the plastic they are seated in. The bearings should come pre-greased internally. Best regards from Mark...
@@MarkBryanRC great. Thanks. 👍🏻
I need a part 2 😔
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Thanks very much - I'm working on Part 2 as we speak! All the best my friend! :)
Thanks I just started rc so I’ll watch your videos. Your the only person that does videos on the tt02 chassi
@@bumperlez_live7319 Thanks, I hope you enjoy the videos. Just started in RC? You are gonna love this hobby my friend, If I can help in any way, please ask, always happy to help a fellow hobbyist! :)
I did build 3 TT-02 so far and have some more to come, intresting enough i didnt remember the D5 part so i checked: The part was added later to the kits. There are at least 2 different manuals for the TT-02 (2013 and 2019), but i suppose there are at least 3. In the lower right corner of the manual front page you see an article number of the manual/chassis revision: My old one says "11053610", the new one says: "11053610-002". I could only spot 3 differences, one being the D-5 part (doesnt exist in the old manual). Another diffrence is the newer kit includes 4 plastic 12mm hexhubs and in the first lines of the japanese price list one says "2013" and one "2019" , as well as the prices have been raised. I wondered why the rc section wasnt changed, no mentioning of brushless and the picture shows the TEU-105BK esc while kits have been coming with the TBLE-02S, TBLE-04S and lately with the Dragstar 70A ESC (Hobbywing 1060 clone).
Hello Schutt and thanks for leaving such an interesting and informative comment! Amazing to learn so much more about the TT02 and it's evolution. You have done your research well! I'm sure that other folk reading this will be pleased that you posted this comment. Best regards from Mark...
You never cease to amaze me Mukka!!! 😁😳😳 You've taught me another new Trick! 😁 I'm going to take the Front End of me TT-02, and fill those holes with Hot Glue - and a layer of Epoxy on top...
Because it's so BLOODY HOT here!!! 🔥🔥🔥 We hit a record - 66 consecutive days ABOVE 105 Degrees F!!! 😡😡
It's not fit for Humans.
I promise I won't be a "Bore".... But I just sent another from my Denise. If you liked the last one, THIS should knock your socks off!! 😁
Have you ever tried Hot Racing AW Grease?? You get about 3X as much as Tamiya, for $7.00 USD. I just can't find anyone for a comparison opinion.
Take good care my English Brother! 😁👍👍🍻
Carmine ✈🚂🚙
As always, I thank you for your thoughtful comments, mate! Wow it sounds too hot for comfort over there, bloomin' freezing here! Looking forward to sitting down and enjoying the new song. Gonna share it with Lou. I'll look out for that grease, too. Take care of yourself and yours, my US Mukka! :))
My Brother... It's really NOT FIT for Humans here!! 🔥🌞 We're going to into MONSOON season now - 100+ degree temps PLUS high Humidity!!! 😡😭😭😭😖
Enough to break down the Hartiest Chap from Florida or the Tropics!! 😲😲
Please Mukka, enjoy the 3 Songs I sent at YOUR leisure!! 😉 I'm trying harder not to be so pushy. All I'll say is, one of them is MOST special. But I really want you guys to enjoy them in good Stereo! 😉
BTW, DID get the M05 out this morning!! Nobody to film me though... 😞
If you've heard the term "raped Ape"... That's about how she ran!! 😁😁
Torque Tuned Motor, 18t Pinion Gear, 3S Batry. I gave her the BEANS!!
Like I said, couldn't get anyone to grab a phone or camera... But my buddy, the local cop, pointed a Radar Gun at it....
36.7mph - with UNGLUED Tyres, which one spun off the Wheel!!! 😳
NOW I'm so glad that someone else gave me a second set of M Chassis Wheels.
Puts me in another rut.... NOW I need $6.00 for Tyre Glue, and no chance of getting it soon.
Such is my life - for now...
Hope you're having a relaxing Weekend my Friend!
BTW.... I know it's a matter of time.... But when you get the new Tamiya TC-01...
PREPARE for INSANITY with that Body!!!! I just watched one of the more experienced Members of the Forum build one.
COOL looking, but he had to cut out NINE separate pieces - including 4 voids in the middle of the main Body!! 😖😳
...... He did mention that most 257mm WB Car Bodies will also fit the Chassis, which he was VERY impressed with.
Cheers mate - but I'm not planning on getting one soon - I spent all the YT money and this kit is EXPENSIVE!!! :D
It's absolutely EXPENSIVE!! TRF expensive. But it's not TRF!
That Body IS Crazy!!! 😲😁😁😧 Guys building them all seem to agree. One said cutting the Body took longer than building the Chassis!!
I'm really intrigued by the Chassis. Oh Brother that Body though.... 😜
Hi Mark, I have the tt02 Monte Carlo kit and have upgraded to the 68t high speed spur gear. I'm confused on what pinion I need? I have a 17 and a 19. I fitted the 19t but I'm concerned about the gearing. What's your recommendation of pinion to use with the 68t kit and do I need a different motor mount than the standard kit one. Hope you can help. Cheers!
Hi Ren. I think you will be fine with the 19T pinion and the 68T spur. The 68T spur doesn't raise the gearing too much on its own, it really just gives you the option of running bigger pinions than the stock setup, and the pinions make much more of a difference to the gearing than the spur. I've got a TT02 with the high speed spur running a 22T pinion and it is fine with the Torque Tuned motor. The motor mount is also stock and no problems there, either! The only thing I'd recommend is fitting ball bearings and maybe a cheap motor heatsink with any speed upgrades you install. Cheers!
@@MarkBryanRC thanks so much that is a great help! I have upgraded to bb set and alloy prop shaft as per your recommendations on another video! I will try the 19t out and get the 22t to see what I prefer! Thanks again for the info. Keep up the great work and excellent videos, 🍻
My pleasure! Oh, cool that you got the alloy prop and BB's! Now go and have fun! 😎👌👍
According manual G2 comes to the bottom of the case and then 4 x G3 with cross. You put them first and then on the top of the case G2. Why? Any differences? Or may be in one - on the top in another on the bottom? Right?
I push the top G2 bevel gear into the 4 G3 planetary gears to ensure all gears are correctly aligned and meshing together. The Bottom G3 has to go into the case first and press the G3 planetary gears into it. I hope this makes sense my friend! :)
Do I still need to grease( according manual) if using metal bearings? Looks like you did not. Right?
You are correct - no grease is needed on the bearings! :-)
Hi mark! i just got into rc cars and i wanna build my own gas powered rally car, what do you think a good chassis that has a great price potential ratio could be ?
amazing tutorial btw
Hi and thanks for the question! Sorry but I know nothing about gas powered cars! To be honest, if you are just starting it would be a lot easier to build an electric car to begin with, and the TT02 would be my recommendation! Cheers!
@@MarkBryanRC You're answer was very quick thanks, i think ur totally right and i'll consider going with an electric, i tried to look for some help on gas rc cars but they are a lot more complicated, i think i'll take you're advice thanks again
You are very welcome and I hope you enjoy the RC hobby! Best wishes from Mark...
I just built a TT02 and used the YeahRacing aluminum conversion kit.
Cool! I bet that looks awesome! Seasons Greetings from Mark... :)
@@MarkBryanRC The kit gives you the ability to get even more ground clearance and I will be using aluminum M3 rod ends to make the steering tighter. I also will place rods from the top of the front steering ball joint to the top of the diff housing to take the play out of that also. Have a great Xmas!
@@sagnhill I like the sound of those mods, you will have a great handling buggy when you are done! Cheers, you too!
Can you do any tuning in the diffs with diff oils or is that too thin?
Hi Jay, the diff cases are not sealed so diff oil would leak out, grease is the only way to go!
So I understand that you need electronics to make this run, is there anything else I would need? (Tools, grease, glue, etc)
I have a few rtr cars and want to build this kit as a step towards doing a crawler build
Hi - all the grease and oil you need is in the kit, but to complete the build you will need a crosshead screwdriver, a pair of small side-cutters for cutting the parts off the plastic trees and a pair of sharp scissors. A pair of small long nose pliers may also come in useful, with those in hand you should be ready to go! :)
Hi Mark, am i right in thinking its a TT02 or TT02D? I'd like to exactly same but would be buying from scratch. So I'd like to start off correctly. Many thanks. Brilliant videos
Hi James, the chassis in this video is the standard TT02, it was the Tamiya Subaru 1999 kit. However, all the TT02 kits have almost exactly the same components. The TT02D is exactly the same as the kit in this video except it comes with upgraded parts, i.e. CVA oil shocks, metal ball bearings and a Sports Tuned motor and heatsink. You could use either kit to create this rally chassis, however the TT02D does not include rally tyres. You would need to buy them separately. I hope this helps. Cheers!
@MarkBryanRC that's amazing, thanks. I'll go standard as I've already bought your add ons. 😆 just need the car!!! Huge help. Thanks 😊
Hi James, glad to help! Have fun with the build, I'm sure you will enjoy your TT02. Best regards from Mark...
Love the video Mark! I'm new to the RC hobby - what bearings did you buy to replace those plastic bushings? Is there any specific size you needed for this particular model or is it all standardized?
Thanks, Alfred! The bearings are all pretty standard. These are the bearings you need for the TT02:
1050 Ball bearings x 8
1150 Ball bearings x 4
1280 Ball bearings x 4
It's probably easiest to search for a TT02 bearing kit - there are so many available online. All the best from Mark...
Does it come with the tools required to build it or do you need to buy a separate tool kit?
It comes with a box spanner for the nuts but you will need a crosshead screwdriver for the screws and a pair of side-cutters for removing the plastic parts from the parts trees.
Like 52 merecido Saudaçoes do 🇧🇷
Thank you very much - appreciated! :)
I am looking at buying either Toyota Yaris or Audi Quattro. Is it possible to buy Yaris then buy Audi body and put it on or the chassis length makes that impossible??
Hello - the chassis is the same for both bodies, so it should be possible to put the Audi Body on the Yaris chassis - I put my Audi body on the TT02 that I originally built for my Mitsubishi Evo body and it goes on just fine! :))
@@MarkBryanRC Thank you. Are you referring to your TT02 Type-S?
Well, yes the bodies both fit on the Type-S - but the body mounts on the Type-S are exactly the same as the stock TT02. The Type-S is basically the same chassis with different suspension parts - hope this is of help. :-)
Thanks 👍 tremendous help!
The front wheel hubs in plastic are very weak it is one of the first thing we change when racing for touring cars also the diff we put silicon shock fluid into it, the stuff that is like tar and only in the front diff the back is fine with normal grease.
Hi Darren and thanks very much for the tips, really appreciated! I'll look into getting some metal wheel hubs. That silicone shock fluid sounds just the job! Cheers! :O)
Do I need you use Wide Tread for wheels or normal?
Normal tread my friend is just fine! :)
Does it come with the motor in the kit? What are the things that aren’t included?
Yes the kit comes with the motor and ESC, but you need to buy a radio set with a servo and get a battery, then you are ready to run! :)
@@MarkBryanRC what kind of battery wound you recommend?
Sorry for the very late reply, I only just found the question! I use NiMh batteries of 3000mAh or above, most brands are OK but I like the HobbyKing batteries. Cheers!
Been using my rally car TT-02 for a while now. The motor keeps on screeching everytime I do off road please help
Hi, sounds like you got some dirt or grit in the motor, best to take it out and run it in a pot of water, let it dry and oil the bushings. Should be good as new! :))
Hi mark,
Looking to build a rally car, would you advise buying a tt02 or tt02s?
What would be there reason for the choice?
Thanks.
Hi - for the best driving experience on rally terrain, I would recommend the type-s. This is because the suspension design is so much better than the standard TT02, plus it's a lot stronger. You do need to modify the front A-arms to give more travel - I have a video on how to do that if you are interested. Thanks for the question, I hope this helps!
@@MarkBryanRC fantastic I will take your advice ans get the type s ordered up…
Would you recommend the killer body shells? Looking at lancia delta.
Great! You won't be disappointed, it's a quality kit! Time Tunnel Models have them in stock for a good price. I've never tried a killer body, but I've heard good things about them. You might also want to look at the Tamiya body kit as a comparison. Those Lancia stickers are hard work! :)
@@MarkBryanRC I’ll give time tunnel a look… 👍🏾
Do you know the model number for the unpainted tamiya delta shell? As I can’t seem to find it.
I’m not going to be painting it white ans running it in rally spec colours, I’m going to custom paint it.
But I do like how the standard shell comes cut out on the arches and the posts like in rob Brennan’s video
Hi - I had a look - the Tamiya part number is 51401. But I can't find it in stock in the UK. There are several from international sellers on eBay, but very expensive. However, I found the killerbody for £21 here:
www.makeitbuildit.co.uk/killerbody-lancia-delta-hf-integrale-190mm-clear-body-24397?gclid=CjwKCAjwjJmIBhA4EiwAQdCbxifsn4GNKRobXTqGrePEhwZ6YwYLgmP8JQM0sIesDsh-1ExV6hYqoBoCy3MQAvD_BwE
Good luck!
What diameter of ball bearing you used? Any links?
Here is a link to the bearings: www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Tamiya-RC-Electric-TT02-Bearing-Kit-16-Bearings-UK-SUPPLIED/353174231945?hash=item523ad31b89:g:HK4AAOSw9z1b~XSv
Been trying to find parts for a wider wheel base to set mine up for more off-road capability
2 of the wider 12mm wheel hexes are included in the kit, but you need to find the longer wheel shafts to fit.
@@MarkBryanRC that's what I can't find been thinking of getting the TT 02 b A arm's but hard to find them as well
Yeah, spares are very hard to find at the moment - but TBH the TT02 drives really well in the standard width, especially if you have a stock rally body fitted, I think it adds to the realism! :)
@@MarkBryanRC yeah mines mostly stock just upgraded wheels and tires ,bearings and shocks have a high speed spur gear coming the little things fast off the bat but for my terrain It needed to be a bit modified
Sounds like you already got the essential upgrades done! :-)
I have the tt01 suburu Mexico and my steering is like sticking I have no bloody idea why I pull it apart put it together it sticks could I have a stupid part of is it my putting together 🤔🤔
I would try to determine if it's the steering bridge, or the steering knuckles (where the axles turn. Disconnect the steering arms from the knuckles to find out, by turning each part individually by hand. Once you can locate the sticking part, you can rectify it! Good luck! :)
@@MarkBryanRC yeah it was the steering bridge thingo first time RC car lol first test drive went well little steering to fix pulled to left a little take off was awesome little love tap on front end and I lost asseleration got sterling left and right but no forward and backward asseleration 🤦🤦Il learn this stuff someway lol
@@travzy475 Cool - keep at it - you will get there! :)
What is the difference in the chassis between the tamiya tt02 rally and the tt02 D?
Hi - the chassis are the same. However, the TT02D comes with ball bearings and oil filled shocks.
Thanks.
Marcos Cortez tt02D also has drift tires :)
Are those crown gears plastic or metal ? (Ring gears)
They are plastic my friend! :)
Mark could we use a lipo in your setup?
Yep, I regularly use a LiPo with this car, just need to use a LiPo alarm! :))
@@MarkBryanRC I'm worried about the plastic gears in the diffs. Do you think the plastics can take the lipo power...?
@@Javamancometh I can report - With the stock Torque Tuned motor, the gears have no problems on 2S!!! :)
@@MarkBryanRC thanks Mark.:)
I thing you can cut the streo form then Hot glue.
Yes I agree 👍 💯 you could use foam to fill those gaps! 😎👍
Is the MA2 screws in a bag?
Yes, they are in Parts Bag A.
@@MarkBryanRC thank you and quick question why do people grease the gears and parts. I’m a beginner so I have no idea…
No worries! Oh, you need to grease the moving parts, especially gears and bushings, they will wear away if you don't!
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Cheers, mate! :)
Oh yeah, awesome tips for rally building.
Part D15 is the most useless part on any Tamiya kits.
Not sure why they started to use it, as the older TT-02 don't have them on the tree or in the manual.
I never use it on any of mine.
Can i send you an email ? i might have something for you.
Thanks a ton, Are! Yeah, I think it was you that told me ages ago to get rid of that part! You are very wise! Feel free to email me - my address is on the "About" page of my channel. All the best to you, my friend. :-)
why didn't you use a tt02t for more ground clearance
Hi - it's because I wanted to show how to get the best out of a standard rally car kit like this Subaru Impreza '99. I think this is how most people buy their TT02 rally cars. Plus I can't find a T chassis car from any of my preferred suppliers. Thanks for the comment! :)
I didn't understand why you fill in the spaces with hot silicone? Could you be more specific please!
Because stones and twigs get caught in the chassis webbing and jam the steering! Then you can not steer the car until you remove the sticks or stones...
@@MarkBryanRC Thanks for answere
Always welcome! 😎👍
I can’t work out how to build it :(
Hi Thomas, I'm sure that if you study the build manual you will be able to work it out! Good luck 👍
Deutsche hier ?😂😅
Hallo Deutsche!!! :P
What a mess
Yes, some think so and that's fine by me - we are all different! :D