Tamiya Upgrades

[Mr Scruff]

Admit I'm getting old but I have a re-release Lunchbox which I use with my son.

I want to upgrade it but things have changed a little from when I was using them as a kid! So, I've already ball-raced it but I'm confused around motors and shocks now...

I have a MTronics Sport Tuned 20 speed controller. I realise this has an impact on what motors I can use but Google results are confusing me!

Same as shocks, I don't want to spend a fortune but I'd like to try and make it a little more stable and easy to drive but other than that I'm lost!

Can anyone help me out with some simple Upgrades which won't cost the earth? Preferably with links...

Thanks in advance!

[Blakeatron]

Look on tamiyaclub forum - there is a huge thread regarding modding the lunchbox.

Bear in mind you will spend a small fortune and will never be great - i speak from experience! Personally if you want a great handling/fast something look at the newer buggies.

But for the lunchbox you can buy a cheap 540sized chinese brushless set from ebay (ezrun?), add some lipo batteries and suitable charger.
Lower on some oil filled shocks, and definately do the 5th shock mod.

Sorry cant link from phone but its all on the tamiya forum!

Edited by Blakeatron on Monday 26th December 17:54

[groomi]

The possibilities are almost endless.

The biggest benefits will be gained from 5th shock mod, wider roll bar, double wishbone front suspension and oil filled shocks.

As already mentioned, tamiyaclub is the place to look. Have fun and keep us informed of your progress.

[Lesgrandepotato]

That controller will run a Tamiya Superstock motor - about 25 quid on ebay. That'll make the lunchie fly. Then add shocks and lights and probably a lexan body