The only problem with plated parts is the base plastic left when you cut them from the sprues. Get a molotov chrome pen to colour over the sprue attachment points after removal.
Thanks. That little truck is the ElementRC Enduro24 with a SOR Graphics wrap on it. Here's a video I did on it if you want to check it out: www.competitionx.com/rc-videos/video-element-enduro24-day-hike-picacho-peak-state-park-competitionx/
Looks like another nice buggy minus those plastic bushings, still waiting for my Super Avante. Pre ordered this one too should be interesting to see which one gets here first .
Do we think the preorder kits will come with the ESC? The websites all say they require an ESC. I wonder the early kits like this are the only ones getting ESCs
I'm pretty sure all kits will come with this ESC. They created a part number specifically for this buggy with the HW ESC -60A. If that changes in the future, the -60A will be gone.
@@Competitionx Unfortunately not true. Mine arrived without one. Not really sure why this has happened because the price is the same. So if you're lucky you'll get one otherwise you'll need to buy one. Which is exactly what I'm stuck with.
That's why. The HobbyWing deal is only for US-based purchases put together by TamiyaUSA. Since Canada doesn't get their supply from US distributors, it's doesn't exist there.
Im considering getting back i to rc buggies after 35 yrs.. gonna pick the bbx or the wild one... Only considering this ww cuz of the motor and esc .. Does the bbx run/handle and better than ww. enough to jusstify having to buy an esc/motor? I can get a slipper clutch for the ww?
It's hard to compare anything to the BBX - it's got the looks, performance and can handle much more power than the WW. It's even got a bit of vintage-styling to it as well. In our book, it's an all out better purchase than the WW. HOWEVER, the WW does have history and a killer looking re-issue livery, so it's a great buy as well. Just don't expect stellar performance figures from it.
@@Competitionx I'd have thought an extra 10 pounds/dollar's or whatever the equivalent would have been in each country would have actually increased the interest in the car even more but that's just my opinion.
Oh I agree. Including them adds more value to the kit as well as shortens the build time. I'm waiting right now for my bearings to get here before I can start. Kinda sucks.
I've been told that the US-Spec version of the car, 58695-A, will come with the HW ESC. That's this kit. The standard kit (show on the Tamiya USA site), 58695, will be removed from the site soon.
@@Competitionx i see. I pre-ordered the kit from horizon hobbies today. Not sure what I will be getting then. The site currently shows the model without "A".
Just confirmed with Tamiya on both things. HH probably has it listed without the -A since the original part number came out way before Tamiya decided to include the HW ESC. Also, if you purchased this kit from any North American distributor or dealer it will indeed come with the ESC. So you should be good. However, if yours doesn't come with an ESC, I would contact Tamiya with your HH invoice and let them know.
@@Competitionx interesting. thank you, Tony. after all, the customer service simply grabbed the screenshot of the current product page. i am certain you are right about this. i will just do as you say. thanks again for your very informative input.
Ya, not sure about that. However, with the side plates having the metal 'mounts' in them, maybe they didn't want to take the time to cover those up before plating. Plating over them would increase their diameter and could cause some issues when attaching. Maybe. Who knows LOL
Maybe you should take the time to study the instruction so you know what goes where it’s ok not to know but don’t guess Btw it’s good they have fitted a better switch to the hobbywing speed controller
Probably, but was I wrong? The OG actually had 2 servos, one for steering and one for throttle. So, in reality, 2 of the 3 places I mentioned actually ARE for servos. Granted, not anymore but, you know, I was still sort of right :)
@@Competitionx it was the point where you tried to align the gearbox cage over the chassis it was clear you were winging it 🤣🤣🤣 it’s ok though at least you show the parts and talk us through it
More added value with the hobby hobbywing esc...just goes to show how outdated tamiya esc are. They should be offering a 2s, waterproof brushed esc...not a brushed/brushless that isn't waterproof.
Agreed. I do think a waterproof ESC should be, at this time in the industry, a standard thing. Everything basher/introductory should be waterproof (I understand racing level stuff not being WP but that's another discussion). However, the fact that Tamiya even includes an ESC and motor is something outside the norm for true kits, so it not being waterproof is something I can live with. On a side note, the TBLE-04S is a 2S capable ESC, even though they don't say 'LiPo' compatible. It's a Japan thing. They don't condone LiPo's over there so most have to use NiMh, but they also understand that this ESC is not for the Japanese-only market.
I have to think Tamiya might of given this kit to someone who knows how to build this kit and know the tyres are called "Pin & Oval" and how the rear cage fits or where the servo goes. Or do some reserach first.. Give it to Glenn Tamiya Legends.
Replace the servo saver. Or have an aluminium one when/if the stock one breaks... although the colour of its plastic is different to the one in a standard wild one re-release..
Good idea, however I can't imagine breaking that thing with the slow speeds this buggy will be going. I do have a couple here I can replace it with if need be.
@@Competitionx when I built my wild one. I tested it inside the house. It touched a wall not even at full speed.. broken the servo saver at the corner where the servo rod goes thru.. ..
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That's a Beauty! That's awesome they include a hobbywing ESC in some of them
Right? I use HW in a few other projects and the stuff is amazing. Good to see Tamiya including that in their kits!
Great video; very informative! The kit looks great 👍🏻 (except for the plastic bushings). Looking forward to your build and run videos!
Thanks! Appreciate that.
Ohhh I just got one of these! Soo stoked! Great vid, look forward to watching the rest of your series!
Thanks, and congrats. Very fun kit build for sure!
The only problem with plated parts is the base plastic left when you cut them from the sprues.
Get a molotov chrome pen to colour over the sprue attachment points after removal.
Agreed. Good tip on the pen. Might have to pick one of those up!
Can't wait for stuff to get off the ships so we who pre-ordered stuff can get the kits we all been waiting for!!!!
Agreed. I see all those ships out in the harbor and keep thinking how much cool RC is out there!
MINE IS ON ONE OF THOSE BOATS!!!! I Pre-ordered this the DAY it was announced........
HOW DO YOU ALREADY HAVE ONE??
I was able to get one of the pre-production kits straight from Tamiya for these build videos and review.
Looking forward to mine arriving many thanks for sharing best wishes
Thanks. Enjoy the new ride!
Very cool new wild one
Nice hobbywing art ESC I would be getting it for all my cars that I put brushed motors on and it's waterproof this was a new event for this.
Yes, this new ESC should be really good!
i cant wait to see your next building video of the wild one. gr
It will be starting here soon - just waiting on our Fast Eddy Bearing set to get here!
Looks like the usual excellent Tamiya quality, shame about the bushings though ;) Can't wait to see it built and up and running!
Ya, it looks great - except, you know, for the bushings LOL
cool vid, could you tell me which rc car is on the shelf above your wheels and tires?
The little trophy truck wedged between the 2 shelves actually?
Thanks. That little truck is the ElementRC Enduro24 with a SOR Graphics wrap on it. Here's a video I did on it if you want to check it out: www.competitionx.com/rc-videos/video-element-enduro24-day-hike-picacho-peak-state-park-competitionx/
Looking good. I have the bearings and a TBLE04S esc for mine. Like to keep it Tamiya.
Thanks. The TBLE-04S is a good ESC - you'll like it!
Looks like another nice buggy minus those plastic bushings, still waiting for my Super Avante. Pre ordered this one too should be interesting to see which one gets here first .
Ya, not a fan of the plastic bushings in ANY of their kits. Got some bearings ordered up and on the way.
Do we think the preorder kits will come with the ESC? The websites all say they require an ESC. I wonder the early kits like this are the only ones getting ESCs
I'm pretty sure all kits will come with this ESC. They created a part number specifically for this buggy with the HW ESC -60A. If that changes in the future, the -60A will be gone.
@@Competitionx Unfortunately not true. Mine arrived without one. Not really sure why this has happened because the price is the same. So if you're lucky you'll get one otherwise you'll need to buy one. Which is exactly what I'm stuck with.
Where did you order your kit from?
@@Competitionx Great Hobbies in Canada
That's why. The HobbyWing deal is only for US-based purchases put together by TamiyaUSA. Since Canada doesn't get their supply from US distributors, it's doesn't exist there.
wow, I like those flat chrome parts
They do look good, right?
@@Competitionx yes🤩
Does the kit come with full ball bearings or is it necessary to order aftermarket ones to replace the crappy plastic ones Tamiya usually includes?
You will need to purchase bearings separately. I used a set from Fast Eddy - there should be a link in the video description.
@@Competitionx Thanks!
Hey Tony when you going to join us again hope you saw my unboxings of all the new ones I got and when are you going to have the td2 in your hands?
Soon, hopefully. Just been super busy at work and at home. Sorry Brad.
Im considering getting back i to rc buggies after 35 yrs.. gonna pick the bbx or the wild one...
Only considering this ww cuz of the motor and esc ..
Does the bbx run/handle and better than ww. enough to jusstify having to buy an esc/motor?
I can get a slipper clutch for the ww?
It's hard to compare anything to the BBX - it's got the looks, performance and can handle much more power than the WW. It's even got a bit of vintage-styling to it as well. In our book, it's an all out better purchase than the WW. HOWEVER, the WW does have history and a killer looking re-issue livery, so it's a great buy as well. Just don't expect stellar performance figures from it.
Only on some of their high-end special kits do they still do the blister packs.
I think, though, they may be going away from all of that. Maybe.
i wish they did this with the mini cooper.
What's that - a Blockhead edition?
The plated trees are they just painted over or full plastic plated?
Full-coverage plastic plated. Parts and the actual 'tree' is plated. The plating really looks good too.
Lovely kit but don't understand why Tamiya put in the standard front bumper instead of supplying the Blockhead metal one.
I would guess cost. A metal front bumper would probably add a bit more to the cost of the kit. It would have been a cool addition for sure!
@@Competitionx I'd have thought an extra 10 pounds/dollar's or whatever the equivalent would have been in each country would have actually increased the interest in the car even more but that's just my opinion.
Oh I agree. Including them adds more value to the kit as well as shortens the build time. I'm waiting right now for my bearings to get here before I can start. Kinda sucks.
This thing is drool friendly.
Yes. Yes it is...
You aid this version had the ESC?
Yes, this kit came with the Hobbywing THW-1060-RTR ESC.
What was the comment on bushings to bearings?
It comes with bushings, but we would suggest getting bearings before starting the build.
Nice
Thanks!
in the product page for this kit, it says it needs esc but now you are saying it comes with the esc. which is it??
I've been told that the US-Spec version of the car, 58695-A, will come with the HW ESC. That's this kit. The standard kit (show on the Tamiya USA site), 58695, will be removed from the site soon.
@@Competitionx i see. I pre-ordered the kit from horizon hobbies today. Not sure what I will be getting then. The site currently shows the model without "A".
The horizon hobbies just informed me that the kit will not come with the esc.
Just confirmed with Tamiya on both things. HH probably has it listed without the -A since the original part number came out way before Tamiya decided to include the HW ESC. Also, if you purchased this kit from any North American distributor or dealer it will indeed come with the ESC. So you should be good. However, if yours doesn't come with an ESC, I would contact Tamiya with your HH invoice and let them know.
@@Competitionx interesting. thank you, Tony. after all, the customer service simply grabbed the screenshot of the current product page. i am certain you are right about this. i will just do as you say. thanks again for your very informative input.
Weird that they would plate the roll cage cross members but not the side plates..
Ya, not sure about that. However, with the side plates having the metal 'mounts' in them, maybe they didn't want to take the time to cover those up before plating. Plating over them would increase their diameter and could cause some issues when attaching. Maybe. Who knows LOL
Interesting it comes with a 1060 ESC
Yup, appears there might be other models that are going to come with that ESC as well.
@@Competitionx The Saint Dragon i just pre-ordered has the A in the model number as well , so may come with the 1060esc. #47459A
That is correct. Anything with a -60A or 'A' at the end will come with the HW 1060 ESC. So, you're in luck! :)
Maybe you should take the time to study the instruction so you know what goes where it’s ok not to know but don’t guess
Btw it’s good they have fitted a better switch to the hobbywing speed controller
Probably, but was I wrong? The OG actually had 2 servos, one for steering and one for throttle. So, in reality, 2 of the 3 places I mentioned actually ARE for servos. Granted, not anymore but, you know, I was still sort of right :)
@@Competitionx it was the point where you tried to align the gearbox cage over the chassis it was clear you were winging it 🤣🤣🤣 it’s ok though at least you show the parts and talk us through it
More added value with the hobby hobbywing esc...just goes to show how outdated tamiya esc are. They should be offering a 2s, waterproof brushed esc...not a brushed/brushless that isn't waterproof.
Agreed. I do think a waterproof ESC should be, at this time in the industry, a standard thing. Everything basher/introductory should be waterproof (I understand racing level stuff not being WP but that's another discussion). However, the fact that Tamiya even includes an ESC and motor is something outside the norm for true kits, so it not being waterproof is something I can live with.
On a side note, the TBLE-04S is a 2S capable ESC, even though they don't say 'LiPo' compatible. It's a Japan thing. They don't condone LiPo's over there so most have to use NiMh, but they also understand that this ESC is not for the Japanese-only market.
I have to think Tamiya might of given this kit to someone who knows how to build this kit and know the tyres are called "Pin & Oval" and how the rear cage fits or where the servo goes. Or do some reserach first.. Give it to Glenn Tamiya Legends.
Great feedback.
who is this guy
He's a cool guy, that's who he is!! :)
Plastic bushes :(
Right. Right. RIGHT! Really wish they would find a way to include bearings in all their kits.
Replace the servo saver. Or have an aluminium one when/if the stock one breaks... although the colour of its plastic is different to the one in a standard wild one re-release..
Good idea, however I can't imagine breaking that thing with the slow speeds this buggy will be going. I do have a couple here I can replace it with if need be.
@@Competitionx when I built my wild one. I tested it inside the house. It touched a wall not even at full speed.. broken the servo saver at the corner where the servo rod goes thru.. ..
Ok, something to look out for! Thanks!