I can't wait to see what the ORV transformation is going to be. I'm still waiting for the rigid upper arms for the rear suspension conversion-then I'll order the whole set. I really enjoy watching your videos and seeing the installation of your newest creations that eliminate Tamiya's flawed designs-taking a slightly toy-grade kit to the next level of a higher performance model. Keep up the great work.
Trust me it will be awesome. As for the upper arms, I am stuck. The hardware needed is not easy to find so that will make assembly a pain. On top of that, ball joints pop out and can save the suspension from broken parts in impacts. I am worried that a rigid link screwed in place can eliminate give. What do you think?
Have you designed a bash plate/guard for the gearbox on the Lunchbox, Grasshopper, etc?? I was also thinking about a pair of spot/driving lights for the Lunchbox front bumper? As you have already designed various spotlights, I was thinking a two piece mount that would act as a clamp on the main bar under the hoop. Then you can fit one of your existing spotlights. 😎
I'm so glad I found this channel and your products. It's reignited my love for the tamiyas I have. Keep up the great work. As for the high lift stuff your working on I feel I now have a reason to purchase one. The low transmission has always bothered me. Would you ever consider maybe some smaller scale axle housings for the high lift?
I am glad you like it! I tell you the low transfer case gave me the worst buyers remorse. I have owned this since 2007 and it has annoyed me on every outing. Hmmmm, axle housings....now that is a great idea...I know there are some really nice ones available but they seem to cost a fortune. You know, I will keep this in mind! I really love the idea.
No, there is no better price as a package through shapeways unfortunately. I spend at least a grand a month there and there give zero bulk discounts. The body mounts are also discontinued since there are aluminum ones on ebay available
Thank you! I have a GMC style grill with lenses for all operational lights as well as functional tail light lenses for the Clodbuster (episode 12) but that's it. I don't own a Clod or a semi sadly! What were you interested in?
AMPRO Engineering - Something to raise the engine/transmission mounts about 15-20mm...... It's roughly the same Trans as the Hilux/Bruiser, except no transfer case, and the motor mounts in FRONT of the trans. Same basic frame rails, same mounting points (except Semis have no screw mounts on the side, top of frame only)
@@AMPROEngineering What things do you make will make my trucks be better I do not do computers don't use from my phone's comment back and let me know what the package is and how much it cost thank you Willie bar is part all the front end parts if you want to make money you gotta let people know
Hey Steve, I think it would be easier so say what is the same. They trans, front knuckles and the little driver figure. Everything else is different. Nothing is shared from any of them other than the bits I mentioned. They even have different rear hub patterns. Hope that helps!
Hi there, I have a stock Lunch Box, is there link to a package that in can upgrade the suspension with your products? also what shocks would you recommend? Si
Hey there, Episode 14 has links to shapeways for the parts shown. Hardware is separate and needs to be sourced at a hobby shop. The recommended arms are the standard zero offset ones and you must run a stock silver can motor. Anything else is too hot for those arms. Hard impacts will break them since they are nylon and not the stock ABS. As for shocks, the CW01 for me needs the factory Tamiya aftermarket units. They are the only ones that come with the correct front and rear springs with appropriate spring rates (remember the rears need very, very weak springs to work correctly. I hope this helps.
Hi, I’ve installed the shock brace kit to my lunchbox but I’m still running the standard shocks. I’ve secured them like in the video but they are tight and don’t allow the shocks to pivot. Can I get a ball shaft to fit in the shock ends to get that movement? Or should I change the shocks with ball cups built in? Thanks in advance.
Hey Adam, this set was designed for the oil filled shocks. to get the pogo springs to work you may need to trim slightly away from the bottom of the shock base.
It helps with absorbing the shock of the wheelies since the shock assembly is more in line with the wheelie bar. It was something people had been hounding me for for a very long time so it was simple enough to make. Thank you very much btw, it is fun designing all these parts!
Thanks! Do you find the factory shocks to be good/adequate? I am shortly going to buy a lunchbox for my son and I to build together (I wanted one soooo bad in the late 80's!) and wondered if it is worth upgrading them, doing the famous 5th shock mod etc or whether it runs just fine on the stock shocks, thanks!!
Jeez these are the original yellow short shocks from the 1980's. I have no idea what the part number is and couldn't find anything definitive from a search. If I come across something ill let you know. As long as you have an 80mm shock, it should work. Hope that helps!
@@AMPROEngineering Does 75mm shocks in front and 85mm shocks in rear work? I'm gonna order the Black Edition soon. Already ordered the CW-01 rear lower shock mount. Thank you for your great work. Shapeways prices could still be lower tho :)
ok, I know you are trying to sell a product here, but that looks almost identical to the rear shock mount on a super hornet. have you tried to put a super hornet rear shock mount on a cw01? does it interfere with the wheelie bar?
Yeah, it does not work. Dimensions are off and shocks do not line up. Also, they are super hard to find. On top of all that, these are designed specifically not to let the motor crash in to the rear shock like they do stock. It does not interfere with the stock wheelie bar. I also have something like this on the Hornet rear end.
AMPRO Engineering oh, if you don't mind suggestions, I'd like to throw this idea out for the front double wishbone arms. since the omega suspension converts the rear drive to a hex, what about making front arms that would accept the front c-hub, steering knuckle, and axle from a 2wd traxxas (stampede, rusty, slash, bandit) and then there would be the option of using modern wheels/tires all the way around, since most everything takes 12mm hex wheels on all 4 corners these days. or, this might be a simpler design, a plug that would go into the 12mm hex on a front wheel to go on the tamiya front axle. just some thinking and throwing out some ideas.
PLEASE SAY YOU'RE COMING UP WITH A COVER FOR THE MOTOR THAT LOOKS LIKE A REAL ENGINE!!!! 😲😲😲😲 All of my friends in R/C have asked for it. There's ONE on the market, for an exorbitantly expensive 8x8 military truck.... and the engine cover ALONE is $100.00!!!😠😠😠😠 If it fits Hilux - it would also fit 1/14th Tamiya Semis (Globeliner, Grand Hauler, Scania, ect...) If IT IS what you're boiling in that cauldron.... MAYBE(if I may!), do a Hi Performance, quad cam V8 for gas trucks & and Desert racers, a sorta generic looking V8 Turbo-Diesel, for crawlers, mud bogged or just heavy haulers..... AND maybe, a BIG (12 liter+!) Turbo-Diesel for our 18-Wheelers. Being 1/14th Scale, the "engine" cover wouldn't be much bigger than a 1/10th Scale, 6.5 liter V8! 😉 Sorry if I'm pushing too far! I was not only a R/C racer since the early 1980's, but was also in "1:1" Motorsports since you got your Hornet! (I pride myself on paying attention) The great stuff you're showing us has put my creativity levels into overdrive. 😜 Of course - I could be wrong about your entire plans!
Yes, yes I am, haha! I have a plan for the Tamiya Toyota High-Lift but I think you are right about the semi-trucks and other cars in general. They need more engines and correct ones at that. Like you, I am also into 1:1 cars so I know what you mean on the details. My only issue is that I don't own a semi to make stuff for. I have a friend with some so maybe I might need to borrow one.
AMPRO - Alberto, I'm still excited about the idea of V8 "engines" for our Rigs!! My Junkyard Dog is finally starting to go together.... painted the main chassis Plum Crazy, to go with the Purple front and rear components I bought from you! This video reminded me to run out and get a 2.5mm drill bit! ~ Carmine
I'm looking at this next for my Grasshopper 2 project. Just waiting on a falcon print to finish up.
Send pictures when you are done!
I can't wait to see what the ORV transformation is going to be. I'm still waiting for the rigid upper arms for the rear suspension conversion-then I'll order the whole set. I really enjoy watching your videos and seeing the installation of your newest creations that eliminate Tamiya's flawed designs-taking a slightly toy-grade kit to the next level of a higher performance model. Keep up the great work.
Trust me it will be awesome. As for the upper arms, I am stuck. The hardware needed is not easy to find so that will make assembly a pain. On top of that, ball joints pop out and can save the suspension from broken parts in impacts. I am worried that a rigid link screwed in place can eliminate give. What do you think?
Just got Lunchbox and Ampro suspension brace. Fitted it. Works a dream.
Glad you like them!
@@AMPROEngineering Double wishbone up front next. Thank you Ampro!
Have you designed a bash plate/guard for the gearbox on the Lunchbox, Grasshopper, etc??
I was also thinking about a pair of spot/driving lights for the Lunchbox front bumper? As you have already designed various spotlights, I was thinking a two piece mount that would act as a clamp on the main bar under the hoop. Then you can fit one of your existing spotlights.
😎
Na I havent. I have never had any issue with excessive wear on that part of the gearbox. The lights are a good idea, I will need to look at that!
I'm so glad I found this channel and your products. It's reignited my love for the tamiyas I have. Keep up the great work.
As for the high lift stuff your working on I feel I now have a reason to purchase one. The low transmission has always bothered me. Would you ever consider maybe some smaller scale axle housings for the high lift?
I am glad you like it! I tell you the low transfer case gave me the worst buyers remorse. I have owned this since 2007 and it has annoyed me on every outing. Hmmmm, axle housings....now that is a great idea...I know there are some really nice ones available but they seem to cost a fortune. You know, I will keep this in mind! I really love the idea.
Do they make a Wheely bar for the super Blackfoot and Blackfoot I am tired of scraping my bumper please comment back
I have seen that before.
Do you do a whole kit for the Lunchbox/Pumpkin, with Front end, rear end parts, and body mounts?
No, there is no better price as a package through shapeways unfortunately. I spend at least a grand a month there and there give zero bulk discounts. The body mounts are also discontinued since there are aluminum ones on ebay available
Do you make any parts for clodbuster or Tamiya semi Trucks?
great videos
Thank you! I have a GMC style grill with lenses for all operational lights as well as functional tail light lenses for the Clodbuster (episode 12) but that's it. I don't own a Clod or a semi sadly! What were you interested in?
AMPRO Engineering - Something to raise the engine/transmission mounts about 15-20mm...... It's roughly the same Trans as the Hilux/Bruiser, except no transfer case, and the motor mounts in FRONT of the trans. Same basic frame rails, same mounting points (except Semis have no screw mounts on the side, top of frame only)
So it is like the High-lift series?
see episode 49 and the future parts to that video. They are done and will be posted soon.
Let me know what it is put me on the list to show
I post everything here man.
@@AMPROEngineering What things do you make will make my trucks be better I do not do computers don't use from my phone's comment back and let me know what the package is and how much it cost thank you Willie bar is part all the front end parts if you want to make money you gotta let people know
What’s the difference between a super hornet and a hornet and is the hornet the one with the 380 motor
Hey Steve, I think it would be easier so say what is the same. They trans, front knuckles and the little driver figure. Everything else is different. Nothing is shared from any of them other than the bits I mentioned. They even have different rear hub patterns. Hope that helps!
Hi where do you buy Tamiya hardware. For myself, I am in Canada. Thank you
I look on ebay for cheap tamiya screw bags. I wish there was a better way tbh.
Will it work with chassis extensions if you use longer shocks?
I really dont know. I guess as long as nothing hits it would.
Will this work with the RCpieces aluminum gear housing?
They are designed for the stock abs units. I have never tried the ALU ones so I would say no.
Hi there, I have a stock Lunch Box, is there link to a package that in can upgrade the suspension with your products? also what shocks would you recommend? Si
Hey there, Episode 14 has links to shapeways for the parts shown. Hardware is separate and needs to be sourced at a hobby shop. The recommended arms are the standard zero offset ones and you must run a stock silver can motor. Anything else is too hot for those arms. Hard impacts will break them since they are nylon and not the stock ABS. As for shocks, the CW01 for me needs the factory Tamiya aftermarket units. They are the only ones that come with the correct front and rear springs with appropriate spring rates (remember the rears need very, very weak springs to work correctly. I hope this helps.
@@AMPROEngineering thank you, ordered from Shapeways this week, thank you : )
I gotta say, HaHaHaHaHa!! 😁 I forgot that your Lunchbox was a Junkyard Dog too! I can't WAIT to try the parts I ordered from you!
Oh yeah, it is pure super glue.
Hi, I’ve installed the shock brace kit to my lunchbox but I’m still running the standard shocks. I’ve secured them like in the video but they are tight and don’t allow the shocks to pivot. Can I get a ball shaft to fit in the shock ends to get that movement? Or should I change the shocks with ball cups built in?
Thanks in advance.
Hey Adam, this set was designed for the oil filled shocks. to get the pogo springs to work you may need to trim slightly away from the bottom of the shock base.
Hi does this kit alter the ride height of lunchbox ? If so would i need lower the front
nope, it should be about the same. My front ends are the stock ride height though I do have the double wishbone front end installed on mine.
Aside from offering a pretty cool look, what performance benefit is gained by fitting this mod? Great channel btw
It helps with absorbing the shock of the wheelies since the shock assembly is more in line with the wheelie bar. It was something people had been hounding me for for a very long time so it was simple enough to make. Thank you very much btw, it is fun designing all these parts!
Thanks! Do you find the factory shocks to be good/adequate? I am shortly going to buy a lunchbox for my son and I to build together (I wanted one soooo bad in the late 80's!) and wondered if it is worth upgrading them, doing the famous 5th shock mod etc or whether it runs just fine on the stock shocks, thanks!!
What is blue stuff on your chassis is it some kind of part you made
The blue at 1:06? That was painters tape (i dont know why it was there) or did I totally miss something? What time did you see it at?
What shocks are you running? 50520? I have some DF01 Dirt thrasher CVA's im thinking about putting on my lunchie
Jeez these are the original yellow short shocks from the 1980's. I have no idea what the part number is and couldn't find anything definitive from a search. If I come across something ill let you know. As long as you have an 80mm shock, it should work. Hope that helps!
@@AMPROEngineering Does 75mm shocks in front and 85mm shocks in rear work? I'm gonna order the Black Edition soon. Already ordered the CW-01 rear lower shock mount. Thank you for your great work. Shapeways prices could still be lower tho :)
ok, I know you are trying to sell a product here, but that looks almost identical to the rear shock mount on a super hornet. have you tried to put a super hornet rear shock mount on a cw01? does it interfere with the wheelie bar?
Yeah, it does not work. Dimensions are off and shocks do not line up. Also, they are super hard to find. On top of all that, these are designed specifically not to let the motor crash in to the rear shock like they do stock. It does not interfere with the stock wheelie bar. I also have something like this on the Hornet rear end.
AMPRO Engineering ok. thanks for the info. any thoughts on doing an omega style rear suspension for the cw01?
It will happen but a ways off.
AMPRO Engineering sweet.
AMPRO Engineering oh, if you don't mind suggestions, I'd like to throw this idea out for the front double wishbone arms. since the omega suspension converts the rear drive to a hex, what about making front arms that would accept the front c-hub, steering knuckle, and axle from a 2wd traxxas (stampede, rusty, slash, bandit) and then there would be the option of using modern wheels/tires all the way around, since most everything takes 12mm hex wheels on all 4 corners these days. or, this might be a simpler design, a plug that would go into the 12mm hex on a front wheel to go on the tamiya front axle. just some thinking and throwing out some ideas.
THANK YOU...for sharing.
My pleasure.
I used a Mauri big bear rear end on my lunchbox to stop the wheelies. And at that time I modded all my friends midnight pumpkin or lunchbox.
That is really creative!
that looks like so much fun!!!! great video! like and sub
Thank you!
PLEASE SAY YOU'RE COMING UP WITH A COVER FOR THE MOTOR THAT LOOKS LIKE A REAL ENGINE!!!! 😲😲😲😲
All of my friends in R/C have asked for it. There's ONE on the market, for an exorbitantly expensive 8x8 military truck.... and the engine cover ALONE is $100.00!!!😠😠😠😠
If it fits Hilux - it would also fit 1/14th Tamiya Semis (Globeliner, Grand Hauler, Scania, ect...)
If IT IS what you're boiling in that cauldron.... MAYBE(if I may!), do a Hi Performance, quad cam V8 for gas trucks & and Desert racers, a sorta generic looking V8 Turbo-Diesel, for crawlers, mud bogged or just heavy haulers..... AND maybe, a BIG (12 liter+!) Turbo-Diesel for our 18-Wheelers. Being 1/14th Scale, the "engine" cover wouldn't be much bigger than a 1/10th Scale, 6.5 liter V8! 😉
Sorry if I'm pushing too far! I was not only a R/C racer since the early 1980's, but was also in "1:1" Motorsports since you got your Hornet! (I pride myself on paying attention) The great stuff you're showing us has put my creativity levels into overdrive. 😜
Of course - I could be wrong about your entire plans!
Yes, yes I am, haha! I have a plan for the Tamiya Toyota High-Lift but I think you are right about the semi-trucks and other cars in general. They need more engines and correct ones at that. Like you, I am also into 1:1 cars so I know what you mean on the details. My only issue is that I don't own a semi to make stuff for. I have a friend with some so maybe I might need to borrow one.
I can't WAIT to see what your fertile mind comes up with for the 1/14 Semis - AND "real" engine covers!!
AMPRO - Alberto, I'm still excited about the idea of V8 "engines" for our Rigs!! My Junkyard Dog is finally starting to go together.... painted the main chassis Plum Crazy, to go with the Purple front and rear components I bought from you! This video reminded me to run out and get a 2.5mm drill bit!
~ Carmine