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Tamiya Volkswagen Beetle - 58572
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Released by Tamiya on August 7, 2013, this RC model of the classic Volkswagen Beetle, is based on the rear wheel drive Tamiya M06 Chassis. The same model was first released in 1996 on the M04 Chassis.
In comparison, the Tamiya M-06 Chassis is a complete re-design. The previous short wheelbase RWD (Rear Wheel Drive) Chassis designs, the M-02 and M-04, were high centre of gravity, inboard motor configurations that made them difficult to handle without rolling off the track on tight corners - lots of fun though.
The M-06 employs a braced plastic tub chassis design with an overhanging rear mounted motor, orbital gear differential, shotgun style stick battery positioned longitudinally along the centre line of the chassis and four coil spring over friction shock absorbers. Three wheelbase settings for this chassis are possible: standard 210mm, medium 225mm and long 239mm.
I have two upgrades I recommend for this model. The kit comes with plastic and sintered brass bush type bearings, that if installed, when dust and grit get into them, will abrade the drive shafts that spin in them - These should be replaced by steel shielded ball bearings before initial assembly. The second upgrade is a set of oil filled dampers in place of the friction ones.
With these hop-ups, the chassis performed well, although it did show a certain amount of under-steer that was soon resolved with a change of springs and oil weight.
To get the best from the Tamiya M-06 Chassis, it needs to be fine tuned to hug the corners at high speed, without slipping off the track. Small adjustments can make a Big difference and our simple to understand, step by step procedure, will guide you to the best Set-up for your driving style.
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Tamiya Volkswagen Beetle - #58572 M06 - Chassis
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Tamiya M06 Chassis
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Buying a Used Tamiya Volkswagen Beetle
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Hints, Tips and Information
Keeping Notes
If all you will ever do is go racing at your local track every week, then this article is not for you. However, if you ever look towards travelling around to different tracks around the country, or even the world, the value of keeping notes is all too obvious.
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Hints, Tips and Information
Rubber Tires for RC Models
Rubber Tires ALWAYS should have either soft sponge or rubber inserts. They will not function as they should without them. And if you are totally serious about your racing they should be glued to the rims. How to Mount Rubber Tires onto Wheels/Rims.
Before mounting your Tires, I would recommend talking to the more experienced racers at your local club, concerning what inserts they use. Even the top level racers rely on a bit of local knowledge on tracks they have never raced before. |
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