Tamiya WR-01 Custom Build Hop-Ups Part 1

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I make RC videos from the golden era. In this video I build and Hop-Up this dual motor monster truck which is arguably the best Tamiya Monster Truck chassis ever released.

I bought this chassis second hand a while back, no body or wheels. I ordered some parts and due to the Covid restrictions in the world they took many months to arrive.

I already have the Blackfoot 3 on the WT01 chassis and I was very impressed with it. That is the single gearbox/motor version but can easily be converted due to the convenience of this chassis having a mirrored design.

The WR01 chassis was first released in 1999 and this one came with manual speed controllers which I swiftly removed. I did manage to utilise the mount for the MSC's and make a tray which I attached to house the receiver.

I have installed new electronics, ball bearings throughout and alloy shock mounts. If you want to source these mounts search for: WD028 GPM TL-01B Tamiya Wild Dagger Alloy Front or Rear Damper Mount.

This chassis is known for a couple of weak points, one being the C-Hubs and the other the servo mount. I address both of these issues as you will see in this video. If you are looking to replace these then search for TL01 Alloy C-Hubs.

This build will be in three parts. Please check out part 2 for shock install. Part 3 will be motors, wheels, tires and body bringing this build to an end.    • Tamiya WR-01 Chassis #dustyfingersrc  

If you are interested in this servo mount you can order it here:
https://www.shapeways.com/product/SK6...

This is not an affiliate link to Shapeways and I am not selling or benefiting from any sales.

Here is a link to more information on the chassis should you be interested:
https://tamiyabase.com/chassis/78-wr-01

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0:00 Start
0:05 C-Hubs
0:20 Prep Gearbox -Alloy Shock Mounts
0:40 3D Printed Servo Mount
1:10 Dog Bones Tip
1:23 Electronics
2:05 Adjustable links
3:02 Instal links and alloy Shock Mounts
3:20 Knuckles - ball links
3:25 Install Gearbox
4:08 Hobbywing 880 ESC
4:15 Where to put the receiver?
4:22 Making a plate for the receiver
5:38 Attach to MSC Mount
6:47 Wire placement
6:58 Servo Details
7:14 Overview