Tamiya Hotshot II Build

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  • @danjaz2000
    @danjaz2000 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +11

    My friend had a hotshot. That was the beginning of the end. I got a boomerang that Xmas. The old man built it for me. It took him a week after work. I wore the tires out the following week. The next Xmas I got a hotshot 2. I remember loving the black. I also remember the old man being amazed that I built that car on Xmas day at the age of 10. Clearly i pulled the boomerang apart a few times by then. I also remember not being able to keep a speed controller in that car for long. The things just melted. He got me a technigold motor for the hot shot at some point. So now when he sees me driving a rc he says "has that one got the "gold " motor in it?" I think to myself "thats close enough." Looking back it was a privilege to have toys like that.

    • @AddamsPlayground
      @AddamsPlayground  5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      That is awesome and thanks for sharing the story, I love hearing stuff like that! I loved the part about him taking 3 days and you taking one! The motor part was funny too! I am glad it brought back some great memories and again, thanks for sharing, it made me smile!

    • @webreakforsquirrel4201
      @webreakforsquirrel4201 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      The one thing I love about this hobby and those that have been doing it for 4 decades plus. Is the stories we had as a kid getting our first kits and it was likely our fathers assembled it. My dad is still alive but sadly doesn't participate and his Tamiya Fox sits in a cabinet as he left it when he stopped being a kid at heart. I miss those times.

  • @rocpile
    @rocpile 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    I can definitely appreciate the Hot Shot II. Great presentation, buddy. Thanks again!

    • @AddamsPlayground
      @AddamsPlayground  5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thanks! It is a great looking one and it just looks mean and fast sitting still! I am glad you enjoyed it. I will get a run video of it done soon I hope!

  • @poorboysrc
    @poorboysrc 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Gotta love the Hot Shot 2. Looking forward to seeing it tear up the track, Addam!

    • @AddamsPlayground
      @AddamsPlayground  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks Fil! It is a great looking buggy and I love the mean and aggressive look of it. I will get it out for a run as soon as I can.

  • @rcuintheshed6981
    @rcuintheshed6981 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I'm sorry Addam I watched this on Wednesday and forgot to go back and comment another great build I'm so torn the OG red or the black I know they're two different models but the black is impressive another kit one day I'd like to build as we know though tamiya kits are not cheap here keen to see it get a run but I'd understand if you shelf queened it have a great weekend take care mate 👊

    • @AddamsPlayground
      @AddamsPlayground  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      No worries Mark! I do love the OG red HS, it is an iconic classic but honestly I prefer the look of this one a bit more! I looks a bit cleaner and sleek. The black and red look so good together and it just looks mean and fast sitting still! I will get it out for a run at some point, we have had lots of thunderstorms in the afternoons lately so between other things and the passing rains it has not worked out yet. I am glad you enjoyed the video and take care my friend!

  • @RCBirds
    @RCBirds 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Great building video Addam. I'm with you on the look of the mono shock. Technicaly or from the physics, I'm not a fan of this solution.

    • @AddamsPlayground
      @AddamsPlayground  5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thanks Dirk, I am glad you enjoyed it. I do love the look of the mono-shock front end but on most they are not the best setup. They work a lot better on the Thundershot series of cars. I have a hard time telling the difference between the dual and single shocks ones in that lineup. It does give this one the cool and aggressive look though so I give it a break.

  • @terence79chan
    @terence79chan 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Very nice! 👍 The hotshot definitely deserves a black edition and this design is awesome.

    • @AddamsPlayground
      @AddamsPlayground  5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      That would be sweet, some black chrome wheels with some chromed decals and some other nice touches for a special edition would be cool.

  • @IowaBudgetRCBashers
    @IowaBudgetRCBashers 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Love the black version of the hot shot 2..

    • @AddamsPlayground
      @AddamsPlayground  5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      It is a lot better than the attempt at the Blockhead version. If they had honored the way Jun does them as they all have very different paint schemes and personalities! The classic version just looks mean and tough, I like it!

  • @MauzyrockRC
    @MauzyrockRC 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    What a beauty! Nice job, the subtle chassis sticker additions were sweet! Cheers

    • @AddamsPlayground
      @AddamsPlayground  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks!! I love the looks of it and that low section of the chassis needed a little something to fill in the dead space. The few extra sponsor decals worked out well! Take care and have a great week!

  • @nomusicrc
    @nomusicrc 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Last
    You had me at brushed
    Can't wait to see the comparison

    • @AddamsPlayground
      @AddamsPlayground  5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      LOL! I rarely put in brushless into the older kits, I don't need them to fly! I love the looks of this one but I guess that is kind of common for me but it does look extra tough in black! I will get it out for a run at some point, I still need to run the Notshot as well!

  • @chaz7287
    @chaz7287 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Hey Addam, very cool!! This one is next on my list, that colour scheme can not be beat, so classic 👍

    • @AddamsPlayground
      @AddamsPlayground  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      It is a great looking one and you will be very happy when you build yours! I sat back at the bench after the camera was off and I just admired it for a while! At some point I will get out and run it around. I have others in queue waiting for their run videos as well!

    • @chaz7287
      @chaz7287 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I won’t be able to get one for a while, I’ve not long ago finished my attempt at a box art Sand Scorcher and I’m in the middle of a TT02 build and a XV01 under the bench to do, I’ll be looking at Christmas time probably

  • @All_RC_Fun
    @All_RC_Fun 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Turned out great. I’ve never had any of this type of RC. Interesting.

    • @AddamsPlayground
      @AddamsPlayground  5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      The buggies are fun but You really don't have a great to run there at your place. Real short grass works but they are better in the dirt. Maybe a local ballfield one of these day if you try one! With the busy life you guys have kit building is probably not at the top of the list for you at the moment though. I know those kids keep you guys busy!!

  • @theoagrc
    @theoagrc 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Looks great Addam. That black body does look good doesn’t it!! I hadn’t appreciated how cool that buggy is so thanks so much for sharing pal 🙌🏻

    • @AddamsPlayground
      @AddamsPlayground  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks Craig! I love the paint scheme on it, kind of a big brother to the Hornet in a way. Kind of a Super, Mega Hornet! LOL! Once the camera was off I sat back and just admired it for a while! I will get it out for a run sometime soon I hope! Take care my friend and have a great week!!

  • @HaydadRC
    @HaydadRC 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    The buggy looks great Addam, nice work!👍😊

    • @AddamsPlayground
      @AddamsPlayground  5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thanks Jeremey! I love the OG red one but there is something about this one in black that makes it looker a bit meaner and more aggressive! I sat there for a while after the camera was off and just admired it! I will get it out for a run at some point! Take care and have a great rest of your week!

  • @arkyrc
    @arkyrc 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Looking forward to seeing your run video. I think the Hot Shot is one of the best looking RC cars. Nice build.

    • @AddamsPlayground
      @AddamsPlayground  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I will get it out for a run as soon as I can. These afternoon thunderstorms have not made it easy this week at all! It is a great looking buggy and while the original is a classic icon I like the looks of this one a little better. It looks mean an fast just sitting still!

  • @michaeldorich4485
    @michaeldorich4485 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    The car looks great. Like you I love the stance pf the buggy. Great job!

    • @AddamsPlayground
      @AddamsPlayground  5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thanks Michael, I love the sleek and aggressive profile it has! It is one that looks fast even sitting still! I am glad you liked it! Take care and have a great week!

  • @markconnor269
    @markconnor269 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Great video Addam 👌 looks amazing nice to have in the collection 👍

    • @AddamsPlayground
      @AddamsPlayground  5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thanks Mark! I really love the mean, aggressive look of it. It looks fast sitting there in the pics! I need to get the Super HS I guess to complete the group.

  • @Toystheyrenot
    @Toystheyrenot 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Glad you finally got this built! Looks great and that driver is so well painted. The Bonehead NotShot is gonna be jealous. 😂

    • @AddamsPlayground
      @AddamsPlayground  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yeah, it took a while to get back to it. I get so distracted by new shiny things! I am super happy with it and it looks so cool and mean! The driver turned out well. The Bonehead can't compete at all with the looks!!

  • @mattmclafferty6265
    @mattmclafferty6265 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Epic car, loved building mine....
    I have a TZ motor running 2s, goes great..
    Thanks my friend!
    Gauranga

    • @AddamsPlayground
      @AddamsPlayground  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      It is a super cool and great looking buggy! The sleek profile and the aggressive lean to the roll bar give it a very tough look to it! I am sure yours is pretty zippy with the TX motor and on 2s! I am glad you enjoyed it and take care!

  • @BargainBashersRc
    @BargainBashersRc 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Great build Addam! The hot shot 2 looks great!

    • @AddamsPlayground
      @AddamsPlayground  5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thanks! It tuned out looking super nice! I love the black and red and it just looks mean and fast sitting there! I am glad you enjoyed it, have a great weekend!

    • @BargainBashersRc
      @BargainBashersRc 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@AddamsPlayground it does look very aggressive in red and black! Thanks, you too!

  • @Blastfromthepastrc1346
    @Blastfromthepastrc1346 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Looks really good Addam! 👌😀

    • @AddamsPlayground
      @AddamsPlayground  5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thanks Peter, I love the look of this one. The all black and sleek looks make it very nice. I will get it out for a run sometime soo I hope. Take care!

  • @AdventureTimeRC
    @AdventureTimeRC 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Good looking kit I always like this body/frame type

    • @AddamsPlayground
      @AddamsPlayground  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks Brent. The HS family of buggies all look great and I do love the mean look this one has in all black. Like the hitman of the family!

  • @RDsRCReviews
    @RDsRCReviews 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    My very first Tamiya was the Hotshot II and it looked so cool though that suspension was rough.

    • @AddamsPlayground
      @AddamsPlayground  5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      It is such an aggressive and tough looking buggy! The suspension does feel a little soft but I will see how it does driving around. I know the most preferable set up is the Super Shot with the dual front shocks but I do love the profile on the HS and HS2!

    • @RDsRCReviews
      @RDsRCReviews 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@AddamsPlayground I had converted mine to with the dual front shocks but it was still really bad because the kit I bought in the late 80's was way too stiff.

  • @kashmurray1199
    @kashmurray1199 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I wasn't happy with the Not Shot Block Head either. Loved that vidio too. Can't wait to see that one run.

    • @bullfrogmachine
      @bullfrogmachine 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Why's that? I love mine.

    • @AddamsPlayground
      @AddamsPlayground  5 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      If they had not messed with the roofline I may have accepted it more. Messing with that and the lazy paint scheme on it really turned me off on it. The Notshot turned out cool though and it was a fumy jab at myself and Tamiya as well. I will get this out for a run, not sure when it will be but I will get it out.

  • @coygtrc
    @coygtrc 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Yep, 100% on the blockhead, but that's the past now 😅 Great idea with the added decals on the chassis, well done 👍🤝

    • @AddamsPlayground
      @AddamsPlayground  5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Yeah the BHM version was kind of a flop but you are right, it is in the past. I did get the cool Notshot build out of it so that is a bonus! I got the decals done on this one and sat back and it looked lacking with all the chassis showing but nothing on it. A few of the extra decals added to it and gave it the sporty race buggy look! I am glad you like it as well! Take care and have a great rest of the week!

  • @yodadarksideGreenHawksRC
    @yodadarksideGreenHawksRC 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    How ya doing Addam?
    Just catching up on videos.... been a real busy few weeks.
    I do love a photo montage build video, perfect relaxing night time content!
    I also love the Hotshot series of buggies, though never owned or built any.
    The hotshot 2 looks delightful, it always reminds me of a fast, devious rat!!!!
    Such a different kind of build, and a truly timeless design.
    I actually also like the block head edition, but hate what they done with the roof line!
    Some things are sacred, and should never be messed about with.
    This one turned out great..... and you sure didn't hold back with the grease in those gearboxes mate! 😂
    Look forward to seeing this one running for sure matey!
    👍 👍 👍

    • @AddamsPlayground
      @AddamsPlayground  5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I am doing well James and hope you are too! Busy is good sometimes, keeps us out of trouble! LOL! I am glad you enjoyed the video and the HS2 is a great looking buggy! I love the sleek and aggressive look it has, looks fast and mean sitting still! For the GHM edition I could have gotten over the copy/paste paint job but messing with the roofline was what upset me most. In the end I got the Notshot out of it so that was something special!! I typically over grease, it is a bad habit but I would rather it be more than needed than not enough! I know most of it will fling off to the side once running but I should never have issues for a lack of it!! LOL!! Take care and have a have a great week!

    • @yodadarksideGreenHawksRC
      @yodadarksideGreenHawksRC 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@AddamsPlayground
      Totally agree on the block heads roof buddy, totally agree.
      I remember the 'Notshot' video well, very funny video!
      I'm actually guilty of over greasing myself as it goes..... and it was great to see someone that used more than me!! 😂
      Like you say, better too much than not enough..... or even non at all with some peoples builds!
      All the best fella. 😊 👍 👍 👍

  • @Iamfixing
    @Iamfixing 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Looks awesome just made me want one

    • @AddamsPlayground
      @AddamsPlayground  5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thanks! It is a cool looking buggy for sure! In all black and that sleek and aggressive profile it has makes it look fast and mean sitting still! I'd say I am sorry for making you want one but it is the buggy, not me! LOL! Take care and have a great week!

  • @VintageJoe1976
    @VintageJoe1976 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Awesome video 🤙🏽. You did a damn good job on the driver figure. I’m not the greatest figure painter so I usually avoid doing and have my lady or my daughter to paint it for me 😊. Now let’s see a TT-02BR build!! 🙌🏽😁

    • @AddamsPlayground
      @AddamsPlayground  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you! The driver figures can be intimidating to do. Learning how to brace your hands to avoid the shakes is the best tip I can give. That and multiple coats usually end up with better results than trying to do it all at once. The BR will happen at some point, not sure when but it is on the list. I have to get the Top Force and the Manta Ray first!

  • @RR-ho5ek
    @RR-ho5ek 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I have always liked a monoshock front suspension also, I have a boomerang, and a fox, partially for that reason.

    • @rcinhand9671
      @rcinhand9671 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I had the OG Thundershot, and now the rere, and the monoshock has always worked fine for me!

    • @AddamsPlayground
      @AddamsPlayground  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I do love the mono-shock look, the performance is not always the best but man do they look great like that! The Fox is super nice looking and that sleek front end has a lot to do with it. That actually performs the best of them I think as the front end is much lighter so the shock doesn't bottom out as easily. I have a pile of mono-shock buggies now and they all look great!

    • @AddamsPlayground
      @AddamsPlayground  5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      It does give them a cool and kind of aggressive look to them!

  • @herbieRCpaints53
    @herbieRCpaints53 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Nice one Addam 😎 The hotshots are really cool looking buggys ,
    I've got the blockhead hotshot

    • @AddamsPlayground
      @AddamsPlayground  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks, I am glad you enjoyed it. I do love the looks of the HS series of buggies, that slant forward and aggressive style makes them look fast and mean just sitting till. One of the reasons the BHM one was a a disappointment to me with the altered roof line, that is kind of the signature look of the buggies and the changed it! Oh well, I got the Notshot out of it so not a loss!

  • @alphawlff
    @alphawlff 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    This does look good Addam. Might have to consider getting one.

    • @AddamsPlayground
      @AddamsPlayground  5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thank you! It is a beauty for sure. I love the black and red and the sleek and aggressive look all combine to make it looks super cool and fast sitting still! It is an enjoyable one to build and a great one to have on hand when you want to build something but not paint. The pre-painted body is perfect, the cut and paint are flawless on mine.

  • @aviano72
    @aviano72 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I haven't seen any other YT channels showing or building the Hot Shot II so it was very nice you filmed it along the way.
    You did not save the grease in the gearbox 😂 👍 It look so awesome, so much better than that blockhead one

    • @AddamsPlayground
      @AddamsPlayground  5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I am glad you enjoyed the build montage. I am not good at all for doing step by step build videos. I get too wrapped up and the build, I struggle to stop and take pictures at times! I do tend to add, lets say, plenty of grease in the gear boxes! Not going to have lubrication issues LOL!! It is a great looking buggy and the BHM version pales in comparison!

  • @MadBeeRC
    @MadBeeRC 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Looking sweeeeet!!!! Addam nice job and good fix with the on/off switch!
    I think this deserves some gold wheels...or maybe silver ones??
    The Hotshot is my favourite tamiya 4wd and the HS2 right up with it!
    Cheers pal👍

    • @AddamsPlayground
      @AddamsPlayground  5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thanks James! It is a great looking buggy and some fancy wheels may be a good plan! I forgot to mention in the video about the switch but that worked out well and is super solid. I will have to get the Super HS at some point to complete the set.

    • @MadBeeRC
      @MadBeeRC 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @AddamsPlayground l absolutely love the Shots!!! Just Legendary!!!
      Great stuff buddy.

  • @kaosr.c
    @kaosr.c 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Nice job man ... Such an awesome kit 🔥

    • @AddamsPlayground
      @AddamsPlayground  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks! It is one of the tougher and more aggressive looking ones they did in my mind. It was a treat to build and I will get it out for a run on the track at some point. Take care and have a great rest of your week!

  • @ShenRC
    @ShenRC 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Ha ha ha it looks like a beauty!! Hey don't know if you did this from seeing the photo those little ball thrust bearings so many people put them in bone dry and that's not good you should use some grease on those also, I know they don't show it in the manual but metal running on metal is not good. Just a tip 👍👍

    • @AddamsPlayground
      @AddamsPlayground  5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I did not pre-lube them but there is some shoved down in there during the assembly. It is a good idea to shove some in grease before sticking them in there. Thanks for the tip though! Take care my friend

  • @reitplace4765
    @reitplace4765 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Nice, I want one haha.. I see why you like this guy better then the OTHER.. Great vid as always Addam...

    • @AddamsPlayground
      @AddamsPlayground  5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      It is a good looking buggy! That sleek aggressive look I have always loved! The suspension is a little mushy but overall is a fun one to build and drive. I will get a run video done for it as soon as I can.

    • @reitplace4765
      @reitplace4765 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      @@AddamsPlayground Very cool, I almost got a buyee on one vintage for 23 bucks but it would need some work.. You know me runner is most important might have to get a basher for the track with any luck.. Looking foward to run vid Addam..

    • @andyknuckles2903
      @andyknuckles2903 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Hello Addam! Great looking buggy. By the way; do you know the Car Wizard channel? You two could be brothers. 🙂

    • @AddamsPlayground
      @AddamsPlayground  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@andyknuckles2903 Thanks Andy, it is a great looking kit and I love how mean and fast it looks sitting still! I'll get it out for run as soon as I can and see ho it actually does! I had not seen any of his videos but yes, we are pretty close in looks!

  • @NANNIRC
    @NANNIRC 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Can you immagine if Tamiya make the same thing they made with the BBX but this time wit the Hotshot! This is a great historic car we say " pietra miliare" .... " mile stone" from the roman's roads. Fun you had and so what else? Ciao!!

    • @AddamsPlayground
      @AddamsPlayground  5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      There have been some milestone releases from them over the years and the HS family is one of them. I love a lot of the cars from this time period as there was so much innovation going on at the time they all had there own personalities and so much engineering and re-engineering in them! This one has the looks and design I just love! I did enjoy building it and I spent some time just sitting back and admiring it! Take care my friend!

  • @Fortes_RC_Adv
    @Fortes_RC_Adv 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Beautiful machine❤️🤩✅️

    • @AddamsPlayground
      @AddamsPlayground  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you! The black and red together with the aggressive look make it look mean and fast just sitting there! I am glad you enjoyed it!

  • @n22pdf
    @n22pdf 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Looks amazing Addam love the Hotshot series.. except the blockhead version.. but this looks fantastic. I have a blockhead wild one which I think is great why they did the hotshot blockhead edition exactly the same wasn’t great. Pete 😊 👍

    • @AddamsPlayground
      @AddamsPlayground  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks Pete, I love the looks of this one. The OG HS is great but this in black and red looks meaner and more aggressive to me. The lazy paint job they did on the BHM version was silly and they needed to honor Jun's way of doing them as each of his have their own personality and look.

  • @FastFreddyRC
    @FastFreddyRC 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Awesome stuff! Looks great. Really think they would have been smarter to bring this one out BEFORE the not shot version lol - think their sales might have gone through the roof right from the beginning.

    • @AddamsPlayground
      @AddamsPlayground  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks Freddy! I kind of understand the release of the BHM first to boost sales of that but when it turned out to be a bit of flop they really should have rushed these out the door to get what folks really wanted out of a kit! Tamiya marches to the beat of their own drum and behind closed doors in a vault!! LOL! We will never know what they are doing or why. I hope they learned their lesson and not make copycat paint schemes but who know, a blue, white and yellow grasshopper be next! LOL!

  • @lo2713
    @lo2713 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Love it, i think its a great looking buggy, may not be the fastest on a track, but looks great going around kicking up the grass. Im still undecided about getting one, but its on my radar 😎

    • @AddamsPlayground
      @AddamsPlayground  5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thanks Richard! It is a super sexy buggy and like you said, maty not be the fastest out there it looks fast sitting still! I will get it out for a run soon I hope! Take care and have a great week. Not saying you should get one but you should get one! LOL!

    • @lo2713
      @lo2713 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@AddamsPlayground 😂 i think i may in winter, less racing going on so can spend more time building 😁

    • @AddamsPlayground
      @AddamsPlayground  5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@lo2713 Pre-painted body too, perfect for a winter build!

    • @lo2713
      @lo2713 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@AddamsPlayground yeah, my least fav part of the build 😂

  • @scootergti
    @scootergti 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I still have my original Hot Shot. I really like the 2 and I might have to pull the trigger....

    • @AddamsPlayground
      @AddamsPlayground  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      The original one is a iconic classic but I love the way the HS2 looks! The black and red with that sleek aggressive stance just looks fast sitting still! There is a not a ton of difference in the two but I sure do love the look of this one!

  • @christophermayo25
    @christophermayo25 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    As always great video nice work. I'm with you on the hot shot 2 blockhead edition. I think they really missed the mark with that one. They tried to capitalize on the mild success of the wild one. I have built every re release that Tamiya has put out. I noticed at the end you mentioned a super hot shot. I built the super hot shot about 9 months ago and it still sticks with me. I don't know what it is about that car but it's still my favorite. I'm with you I love the mono shock because it looks great. The super hot shots dual front does perform better. If you're debating picking up a super hot shot I can recommend it. You'll enjoy it. Take care of my friend.

    • @AddamsPlayground
      @AddamsPlayground  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you! Yeah the BHM version was kind of a flop. Bother the lazy copy-cat paint scheme from the first and the odd decision to raise the roofline ruined it for me. I am just glad they re-released the original version and I get to have this cool one in the collection. I do want to get the Super Hotshot but I always drag my feel on any kit once it goes over the $250 mark for some reason. It is like my mental barrier for buying them. $200 or less I tend to buy them without a second thought but once it creeps up to above $250 I feel like I am getting overcharged as there is not that much difference in the kit from say a $200 one so I drag me feet a lot more! I am sure I will grab one up though as many folks have said it is the best one by far! I am glad you enjoyed building yours and thanks for reaffirming it is one I should add to the collection! Take care and have a great week!

    • @christophermayo25
      @christophermayo25 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I completely understand where you're coming from on that one. It does seem that some of the kiys out there are priced too high. One good thing the Tamiya super hot shot has going for it is that it includes a full set of bearings and a better GT tuned motor versus the normal silver can. That kind of helped me justify the price being a little higher. The Tamiya hot shot 2 (the real one not the bhm version) is around $195 currently. The Tamiya super hot shot is around $225 but if you really take your time sometimes they show up cheaper. I looked at the super hot shot for close to 2 years before I finally purchased it. One popped up on eBay brand new inbox sealed for $205. At any rate I'm rambling sorry for that. If you do end up getting one I'm looking forward to seeing the video on it. As always take care.

    • @AddamsPlayground
      @AddamsPlayground  4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@christophermayo25 Yeah, you do get a bit more with the Super HS so the jump in price is a bit more understandable. I was able to find a deal on the SHS recently so one is here now and will get built at some point. I am not sure what is getting built next but I have a ahead of it in the queue! I look forward to it though as I love the looks of the HS series of kits! Take care and no worries on the lengthy comment, I appreciate it!

  • @mattluszczak8095
    @mattluszczak8095 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    front shot spring? and ideas where to get a firmer one or just go to hobby shop and grab something off the shelf?

    • @AddamsPlayground
      @AddamsPlayground  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I am not sure of a stock spring that long and any stiffer. The original HS springs are stiffer but shorter so that probably wont help. You may find something at the hobby shop but it may be hard to find something in the right length and diameter that is stiffer. It will be a comparison of them manually to find something. I am not sure of a direct replacement for it. Yo may check somewhere like TamiyaBase or Tamiya Club online forums to see if folks have found something readily available to fit it.

  • @rcinhand9671
    @rcinhand9671 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Nice build! If you get the Super Shot, will you have all of the buggies from the Hotshot family?

    • @AddamsPlayground
      @AddamsPlayground  5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thanks! Yes once I get the Super Shot I will have them all technically. I say technically as the original was the Super Shot and the re-re was the Super Hot Shot but it was just a naming thing really, I think the kits are the same though. I have been told it is the best of the family so I should probably go ahead and get one!

  • @bigyin.7710
    @bigyin.7710 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Hi Addam, I've yet to build my Hotshot 2 and it will be my first ever model that I have to include a driver figure. I was thinking of putting a visor on the helmet instead of trying to paint the face, any suggestions what I could use as a visor? Best wishes, Paul.

    • @AddamsPlayground
      @AddamsPlayground  5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Hi Paul! It is a great looking buggy and really needs that driver figure in there! Painting the face is not that bad, I paint the flash tone on first and then tough up the face mask with the white. The eye are just dots from a ultra fine tip sharpie, But I do get it, not the easiest thing especially as I get old and the hands get a little bit shakier! For a visor you could use some scrap lexan if you have any or even a piece from a clear food container to cut it out from. Find a broom handle or something similar and heat up a piece of it with a hair dryer on high or a heat gun on low and wrap it around the handle and let it cool. It should hold some form to it and then place it over the driver helmet and trace the outline of the opening. Then just cut it out, paint it silver or black and then with toothpick use a few dots of E6000 or ShoeGoo to glue it on after the driver is painted. you could also use a blob of the blue poster tack in the face cavity and just press it into place and it should hold on to it pretty much permanently as well. That is the best idea I have for doing it. Hope it works out well. Take care!

  • @Paul__FC
    @Paul__FC 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Nice, I wish I had the shelf space.

    • @AddamsPlayground
      @AddamsPlayground  5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I am going to have to transition to hanging them from the ceiling at some point LOL! I am running out of shelf space as well! I am looking for more area to display them without getting in trouble from the boss! LOL!

    • @Paul__FC
      @Paul__FC 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@AddamsPlayground good luck!! The boss always knows!!!

  • @kanenstuff
    @kanenstuff 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    It's a good looking buggy I lpve red and black though I need a Top Force before I get a Hotshot.

    • @AddamsPlayground
      @AddamsPlayground  5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I love the sleek and aggressive look the Hotshot family has to them. I like the Top Force as well and waiting to get get one if Amain ever gets them in stock! I have to say I take the looks of the HS2 over the Top Force but mostly due to the over the top angle on the Top Force wing, that always struck me as odd and overkill but I have come to like it more over the years! I do really look forward to building one though!. Take care and have a great week.

    • @kanenstuff
      @kanenstuff 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@AddamsPlayground I will get a Hotshot also but the local store here in Malaysia has the Top Force in stick and also the BBX which has been hard to find. I'm off to Japan in July for 2 weeks for work going to see what unique Tamiya's I can buy and suggestions?

    • @AddamsPlayground
      @AddamsPlayground  5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@kanenstuff have fun and I hope you find something cool on your trip. Nothing special comes to mind as I want them all 😂 I have been having a lot of fun lately with the comicals and wheelie type kits so maybe one of those to just have fun goofing off with!?!

    • @kanenstuff
      @kanenstuff 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@AddamsPlayground I can get all the comical here and have looked at them. I might do some research and see what to find. I love Japan taking the wife will be good, hope you can get there one day I fel lucky I get paid to go to many countries have a good day enjoy.

  • @rc-dom-uk
    @rc-dom-uk 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    i love the hotshots . are you gonna try a supershot ? complete the set ? looks great mate 😊👍

    • @AddamsPlayground
      @AddamsPlayground  5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thanks Dom, it is a great looking buggy. The sleek and aggressive design and the blacked out look make it look really mean! I will probably get the Super HS to be able to complete the set. I tend to drag my feet a lot more on the pricier kits and for some reason the SHS is way more expensive for not a ton of extra. Here in the states the HS 2 goes for around $200 and the HS goes for around $250-260 and the SHS goes for about $370. I have a hard time swallowing the price jump for a pair of shock towers and shocks and a few other minor changes. I have seen them cheaper on eBay from time to time but have not bought one yet.

    • @rc-dom-uk
      @rc-dom-uk 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@AddamsPlayground yeah that’s quite a lot . here the SHS was £50 more then the HS and you get easily your money back as it has the shocks , full bearing , gt tuned motor and underplate . so it’s quite a good buy

  • @SRG-HITMAN-11
    @SRG-HITMAN-11 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Hope your feeling okay mate as you seemed quit down few wks ago? Great build glad you got what you wanted

    • @AddamsPlayground
      @AddamsPlayground  5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Yeah, I was pretty beat down! I am getting better and coming out of the funk. Things are slowing down at work some and the list of chores around here has gotten a bit shorter as well. I am hopeful that trend continues and the free time can be spent on more than recovering from the busy time! LOL!
      As far as the build goes, yes, this is exactly what I wanted! I love the look of the Hotshots and this one is especially cool looking. I will get it out for a run sometime soon I hope and it should be a fun one to drive! Take care my friend!

    • @SRG-HITMAN-11
      @SRG-HITMAN-11 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@AddamsPlayground I still not built my monster beetle or blitzed beetle as felt run down myself with with c problems and I have a suspected hernia fingers crossed that's all it is as been in a lot of pain for ages goto go doctors Monday as Been putting it off as don't like hospitals

    • @AddamsPlayground
      @AddamsPlayground  5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@SRG-HITMAN-11 take care yourself mate. Best to bite the bullet and get it taken care of and move on to the fun stuff. Plus you can have some extra down time to work on some builds while recovering!

    • @SRG-HITMAN-11
      @SRG-HITMAN-11 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@AddamsPlayground thanks Adam you look after you're self too okay

    • @AddamsPlayground
      @AddamsPlayground  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@SRG-HITMAN-11 I am trying!

  • @Bormac073
    @Bormac073 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Oh c'mon Adam,,,, can't you put more of your valuable time and effort into helping B-Rad more? 😆😅

    • @AddamsPlayground
      @AddamsPlayground  5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Yeah, I have two here that need painting for him but after that he is going to have to learn how to paint kits himself. It is a long story...

  • @canuckchuck8836
    @canuckchuck8836 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    The Hotshot 1&2 are two of my favourite Tamiya buggies...if not my most favourite.
    One thing though...does it look like the driver figure is stuffing his hands down his pants or is it just me?

    • @AddamsPlayground
      @AddamsPlayground  5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      The HS is a classic icon and the HS2 makes it look like it's dark alter ego. I need to get the Super HS and figure out where that one fits in. I am thinking the high school jock who looks flamboyant and a bit extra but you can't deny it performs much better than the others. One of these days I will get one to complete the set! The driver does look a little surprised, whether he did it or not. I think a proper driver figure should have a look of determination or terror in their eyes!!

    • @canuckchuck8836
      @canuckchuck8836 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @AddamsPlayground 100%
      Fear or determination...not guilt.😉

  • @bradkalman2353
    @bradkalman2353 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Did you buy a full ball bearing set for it?

    • @AddamsPlayground
      @AddamsPlayground  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yeah, I build them all with bearings. Even the ones I don't plan on running I still build with bearing as if I change my mind I don't have to tear it apart and add them.

  • @LukesVintageRC
    @LukesVintageRC 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Addam I might have to get one of these because yours looks sexy! Thanks for the great content buddy.

    • @AddamsPlayground
      @AddamsPlayground  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      It really is a super sexy one! I love the black and red along with the sleek and aggressive stance makes it look mean and fast sitting there! I hope you get one, you will appreciate it in person a lot! Take care my friend and have a great rest of your week and weekend!

  • @bradkalman2353
    @bradkalman2353 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Track run?

    • @AddamsPlayground
      @AddamsPlayground  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Eventually it will get out there. Not sure when yet though.

  • @scaleworksRC
    @scaleworksRC 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Nice build and presentation! Subbed as well

    • @AddamsPlayground
      @AddamsPlayground  5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thank you! I appreciate the kind words and for sticking around for more as well! Subbed back to you as well!

    • @scaleworksRC
      @scaleworksRC 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@AddamsPlayground Thanks! I appreciate that and hope you enjoy the content 👍