Thanks for the pics, I like the M05 chassis layout. I may have to get one. The esc and rx trays on the side are a nice touch, and having the esc, servo and rx placed further back must help the weight distribution. The bellcrank steering also look good. I never liked the stock tamiya servo saver on the m03, and the m05 can be modded to use any servo saver, due to placement.

That look great... I want to get new shell for my m05..

I like your project Linc. I have a special place in my heart for Tamiya. I love their kits and how they look. I still have an old Tamiya TL-01 that I rebuilt a couple years ago to let my son play with it. It's got an old EPIC 27 turn motor in it and runs off 5000 mah Nimh cells but I might change that one day and go brushless/lipo.

http://i177.photobucket.com/albums/w...g?t=1301162575 http://i177.photobucket.com/albums/w...g?t=1301162575 http://i177.photobucket.com/albums/w...g?t=1301162575 http://i177.photobucket.com/albums/w...g?t=1301162575

Hey MC, yes tamiya kits are great!!! I have built at least 25-30 of them, and still have half of those. I think I may buy a M05 kit, and possibly see what else they have to offer.

Wow, thank's for this thread guys!
This might just be what was needed so I finaly complete my M04-M Alfa Romeo Guilia.
Started about 8-9 years ago never finished it.
Just need a receiver, an ESC some LiPos that fit and probably a new decal sheet.
I feel exactly the same way about those Tamiyas as MC does.
May well get one of those new M06 pro or another Guilia (absolutely love the shape and looks of that car) on a standard M06.

I just got a M05, finally!

I did the build last night, and I really like it! An upgrade over the M03 for sure!

Also bought enough parts to build another M03, which will be mine. The M03 chassis pictured above will be setup for my daughter to play with. She is 6 now, so we will see how she does with RC.

http://i206.photobucket.com/albums/b...psulrc34jv.jpg

M05 next to the newer MF-01x 4wd M chassis, which is awesome in its own right!

Very nice. Always wanted Tamiya kits but never pulled the trigger on one.

Considering both of those were under 120 shipped each and come with a brushless esc... You would be stooopid not to pull the trigger!

Soon enough... Just moved into a new house...

Awesome, new house is always fun! Feel free to pass by if you get a chance, I think we met in person about 10yrs ago...

Yep, we bashed 1/8 buggies in the parking lot a couple times.

If you have any SCX10's there's a comp crawling monthly event in Pass Christian. I was supposed to go in June but my sod was delivered that Saturday. July 8 is next.

Any experience with the TT02 chassis?

TT02 is just a TT01 with another 1. I have plenty experience with those. Mine did 88mph with maxamps lipos and a feigao motor. So you know it could have done better with some real equipment!

I do not have a comp crawler at the moment... I might try to go just to see it happen!

http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin...?&I=LXGCWC&P=3

$100, just needs a radio.... How have I not gotten addicted to these??

That one has the brush/brushless esc too. It is a smooth brushed esc, I hooked up the stock setup in the m05 yesterday and ran it. I have a 13.5t motor in the mail, will report back with info when it arrives!

:whistle:
Well, I have a TT02 on the way as well as a bearing set. I really like the MB body. I'll probably grab some cheap Chinese drift wheels/tires to have a little more fun in the garage.

http://www.gpmd.com/image/t/tamc8639.jpg


I'm sure this will wet the whistle into buying more of these $100 kits to decorate my new shop with.