TheTruckingGuru

I did a search for the Tailwhip and found some useful post from people asking questions about the Tail Whip. So now we have a thread just for us I have one and it is my first drift car. Being my first I cannot compare it to other drift cars but I do have this to say: This car is a blast to drift completely stock. I don't even know If I am drifting right I just take the car up to full speed, crank on the wheel, and throw the car into a long skid. Sometimes I drift around obstacles in a parking lot. Drifting is a blast and I have already my fair use out of this car without anything breaking.
A small review.
Durability: As stated earlier, nothing broken yet. I noticed when I slide into a curb the body bounces off the impact and there is no damage. I slide head first into a curb sometimes but usually at low speeds while drifting around obstacles. It has a generous foam bumper so nothing broken.
Heat: Its completely stock not even a Lipo battery. I have a 2s 2000mah Lipo with a deans connector and plan to use it later. I have noticed the battery gets a little warm after a good run but no concern there. As for the motor, even with the heat sink it gets a little warm at the end but stays cooler then the battery pack and cools down much faster. I let will update on temperature later after using a 2000mah Lipo for a full run.
Speed and Power: Good enough. My only non brushless electric car and I am satisfied with it's speed ATM.
Looks: Just my opinion I think it looks cool with the wheel lights and should look better with the headlights. Being 1/16th it seems more proportionate then my 1/18th scale AE18T.
Flaws: You could find a puddle of water in the Sahara desert using this car. No fried electronics, but it's taken a few baths.
Diffs: You would think Diffs would strip fast in a drift car. You may be right. But I have noticed no resistance on the front diffs, but some slight resistance on the rear diffs. For those new to RC, I test the diffs by holding car in my hand and turning a wheel wheel with my hand to see if it turns the other wheel without resistance. I might open it up later to if it just needs to be cleaned and lubed. Otherwise I can drift it and it works fine.

Alright so I want to hear what others think about their TailWhip.
What mods have your done?
What tires do you use?
Do you use a Lipo or higher capacity battery?
And if yours is brushless be specific as to what brushless system it is and what upgrades are needed for the diffs/tranny/gears etc.
And feel free to compare the Tailwhip to other drift cars if you have others.

rcman177

whos it made buy and how much is it 1st comment !!!!!!! woot[X(]

austexjg

I just got a Tailwhip - first drift car - fun out of the box. It is made by Sportwerks - Horizon Hobby. I'm looking to upgrade to the XLR8 motor and possible ball diffs for front and rear. I do need a better battery (NiMh) if anyone can suggest one. I plan on more upgrades in the coming weeks. What do others suggest as upgrades for better drifting?

austexjg

So nobody is still drifting the Tailwhip? Shame ! Just added the XLR 8 motor - drifts are long and easy. CV drive shafts did not fit. Anyone out there?

gldngrk02

I just got one yesterday. I've only got a couple of runs in, in the basement, and so far it's pretty cool. Pretty resilient too! A friend of mine has had one for a month or so as well and races it quite a bit at a local hobby shop, mainly road course, so I need to get a better feel for it before I work on making it quicker than his.

TheTruckingGuru

Anyone find wheels that fit? I have made my own with PVC but they suck and look bad.

austexjg

Have not found drift tires other that original - try using some nail polish that is used to harden nails (clear) - doesn't last long on asphalt, but makes drifting as easy as when the tires were new.

austexjg

Locking the rear diff has made a big difference in maintaining the drift through the corners - will next try locking up the front. Anyone else having any luck in tuning the car for better performance? Since I replaced the stock motor with the XLR-8, the car doesn't want to turn right while the throttle is on - I assume it's the torque steer from the quicker motor? Anyone have any suggestions on the set-up that might help? I noticed the left side rear shock is leaking a little - could this affect the performance? When I tried to install the stock motor, it wouldn't move - I tried cleaning with motor spray and looked at the brushes before trying to re-install - could I have messed up the motor with the spray or replaced the brushes wrong?

gldngrk02

I swapped in the Duratrax vr3 motor and changed to the 16t pinion and the thing moves out pretty good. I've only run it in the basement so far so I haven't had a chance to top end it but it still drifts pretty darn good even with foam tires. I added the pro kit yellow springs but again have yet to really test it. I noticed one of the shocks leaked out its oil too, sucks cause I just put 100wt in there. How exactly did you go about locking the diff?

austexjg

I opened up the diff gear and used some thin paper to wedge between the gears - the first attempt caused some binding in the drive shaft and short battery life. This made a difference when running on asphalt - inside on concrete may not make a big difference since you have a good motor with power to spare.

jetto

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do not talk about some @#$% car go for a kick ass tt-o1/d or go home q p
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austexjg

Thanks for that worthless two cents - but I have a TB02 - NOW, go play with your TT.

HomeDawwg

whats the bet he relies on his parents to buy him his rc stuff

yahman1254

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jetto, you cant diss something and tell the person to get a tt... not sensible...

i have a tb-02. havent heard of this car but it sounds cool.