Tamiya Monster Beetle - Is this model still relevant or is it stuck in the 80s? 

I used to love Mr Benn as a kid, the design is mapped out and as long as the Chief Engineer doesn’t get the shakes it should look good 🤔😂👍

Yes I seem to remember having day-glow socks, for no other reason than it being the 80s 🧦🔌😂👍

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It’s got a great look and I think it’s one of the strongest designs that Tamiya have done 👍

It reminds me of a Critter how it scutters around tumbling as soon as it gets the chance. I think stripping it down is the best bet with it now really. New look coming soon! 👍

I remember him on top of that wall with his jacket covered in lightbulbs! ThTs a good tip with the diff as it does become frustrating when it goes on the blink 🤔👍

@@RCsoandso Yupp, and he still believes in it. But he's kind of cool and who am I to change it🤪.

It’s weird, it’s almost like it just wants to give up after 30 mins, I think something sinister is going on 🤔🕵️‍♂️😂👍

Yes throwing these classics around can be fun, I might do some speed tests soon and see what chaos that will cause 😂🤣👍

I have a fresh coffee also on the go, happy Friday! Here in the UK we had Tony Hart doing similar things to Bob Ross, but the new design is not related to a painter 😂 something definitely strange is going on with the power. Investigations are needed 🤔👍

Welcome onboard and enjoy the nonsense! I do think it will have to be stripped and mods investigated, I bet it’s something obvious that wrong, also the internet is back safely 😆😂👍

It is a great one to throw about, when it works. I think it’s the best representation of the internet 😂😆👍

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I heard someone made a Cylon toaster, that would be something to boast about at a cocktail party 🍸😂👍

It does run well when it wants to. I’m sure the new look will do it wonders 🤔👍

@@RCsoandso 🙂👍

Thanks for watching and that is a right list of suggested upgrades, almost sounds like Tamiya only supply half the kit 😂 I will discuss this with the Chief Engineer as that might solve our issues, thank you 🤔👍

@@RCsoandso Those ORV Chassis are fine for an occasional gentle run, but definitely need time/money thrown at them to have some real fun! I found the tamiya super stock rz 23 turn motor really pepped it up(28,000 rpm). The MIP ball differential ain't cheap, but is pretty bombproof and improved the handling. It has totally resolved the common issues of the gearbox plates warping, leading to the bevel gears jumping about and shredding and that awful clicking sound they are renowned for! I replaced the shocks with some aluminium dampers with some light oil from JKRC.... pretty reasonably priced and have made it a lot more stable/reduced body roll. I put a very small nut each side on the underneath of the chassis where the trailing arms compress to, this limits the travel of the rear arms enough to stop the dog bones from popping out when jumping etc. Hope this helps mate. Alternatively, sell the beetle and get another trusty lunchie! 🤣 😂 🤣 😂 👍 👍 👍 👍

@@yodadarksideGreenHawksRC crikey, all that would add up to the cost of a new Lunchbox! I think it could be worth pricing up though. Funnily enough I have just bought some aluminum dampers from JKRC for a project I am working on, far cheaper than any othe option I found!

I’ve just used a Hobbywing in a project so it will be interesting to see how it gets on 🤔👍

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Maybe liberate them from the cabinet and give them a glimpse of the sunshine. Mr Benn was ace! 👍

Yes that looked awesome, need a big garage though 🤔😂👍

It is so recognisable, a real corner stone of Tamiya design 👍

It might be as most of the electrics have been changed 🤔 Thank you for watching, it’s very much appreciated 👍

Yes I know what the ‘Home Office’ Life is like, the commute is a lot shorter. I think a lot of these places have been on the decline for years and with lockdowns they suffered the final nail. More places for RC fun though! 😂👍