Unlike the original CC-01, the Tamiya CC-02 now comes with a solid front axle that can be built with either an open or locked differential. This can be changed to alter the way the truck …
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Tamiya CC-02 Trail Truck Build – Part 3 – Driveshafts | CompetitionX
The Tamiya CC-02 uses sliding propeller shafts to transfer power from the gearbox to the front and rear axles. They are both of equal length and use metal ‘balls’ for extra strength. Easy step, right? …
Read More »Tamiya CC-02 Trail Truck Build – Part 2 – Chassis | CompetitionX
The chassis on the CC-02 has been revised big time – it now features a true c-channel design. About 80% of it’s length is molded in plastic with separate metal ‘extensions’ at both ends (each …
Read More »Tamiya CC-02 Trail Truck Build – Part 1 – Transmission | CompetitionX
Tamiya’s new CC-02 transmission features robust gears inside a nice looking housing. One of the cool things about it is that you can build it one of two ways; standard, with gear ratios between 11.09:1 …
Read More »Tamiya CC-02 Trail Truck Pix – First Look | CompetitionX
We’ve got the first pix of the exciting new Tamiya CC-02 Trail Truck! This truck was built by us right out of the box – sorry, body is still being painted. As soon as we …
Read More »Knight Customs 3D Printed Parts – Tamiya Lancia Delta Integrale Rally Car | CompetitionX
Knight Customs, known for their amazing line of 3D printed parts, has dropped a pic of some upcoming parts for you Rally guys! The base model is the Tamiya Lancia Delta Integrale Rally car – …
Read More »Tamiya CC-02 Mercedes Benz G500 Trail Truck | CompetitionX
After a good, long run, the venerable Tamiya CC-01 is being replaced with a version 2 – the CC-02. Now I’ve got some insider info about this truck (der) and have to say it’s certainly …
Read More »Tamiya TRF420 Chassis Kit | CompetitionX
The secret is out – Tamiya has announced their next-gen super touring car, the TRF420. We’ve got some first photos of the new TC, albeit a bit pixelated, but expect some proper ones here in …
Read More »Tamiya Sale – TRF419X, TRF419XR and TRF419XR Conversion Kits | CompetitionX
Tamiya’s line of touring cars are among the best on the market. I say this mainly because I built my TRF419XR right out the box and it was amazing! No tweaking, no extra parts or …
Read More »Tamiya Honda NSX-GT Body Set | CompetitionX
One of the most popular (and competitive) bodies on the Tamiya Championship Series (TCS) circuit is making a return – the 2005 Honda NSX-GT. This returning body is a lightweight version, being pulled from .8mm …
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