Official Tamiya F350 High-Lift - Build Chronicles
 

Recently I gathered all the parts to build my Tamiya F350 High-Lift.

This thread will basically chronicle the progress, thought it'd be interesting to see how it goes. I'll try to keep it up to date as I get through the manual, but this one is a bigger kit than normal. It's gonna take a few evenings after work!

The beginning:

http://www.deependstudios.com/f350/001.jpg

http://www.deependstudios.com/f350/002.jpg

Not much to see yet, but I'll update later this evening with some progress.

RE: Tamiya F350 High-Lift - Build Chronicles
 

NICE, I can't wait, nice going with the F-350.. a worthy successor to your Bruiser!!

RE: Tamiya F350 High-Lift - Build Chronicles
 

Here are step 1 and step 2 in the assembly instructions. Then an image of how the gear mesh actually works.

The whole setup is pretty smart!

http://www.deependstudios.com/f350/003.jpg

http://www.deependstudios.com/f350/004.jpg

http://www.deependstudios.com/f350/005.jpg

RE: Tamiya F350 High-Lift - Build Chronicles
 

Very interesting, I'll be watching this thread because this is my next truck! I like the tires you have there, what kind of wheels are they mounted on? [8D] I see that there are ball bearings in the tranny... The rest of the truck uses bushings, correct?

RE: Tamiya F350 High-Lift - Build Chronicles
 

Thats cool! Can't wait to see more... :D

RE: Tamiya F350 High-Lift - Build Chronicles
 

Here are steps 3 and 4.

http://www.deependstudios.com/f350/006.jpg

http://www.deependstudios.com/f350/007.jpg

http://www.deependstudios.com/f350/008.jpg

http://www.deependstudios.com/f350/009.jpg

http://www.deependstudios.com/f350/010.jpg

RE: Tamiya F350 High-Lift - Build Chronicles
 

I'm reeeeeeeeeeeaaaaaaally starting to like your collection he he:D

RE: Tamiya F350 High-Lift - Build Chronicles
 

Here are steps 5 and 6. The pictures might be a little off, but I'm trying to get some quality images for you guys to check out!

http://www.deependstudios.com/f350/011.jpg

http://www.deependstudios.com/f350/012.jpg

http://www.deependstudios.com/f350/013.jpg

http://www.deependstudios.com/f350/014.jpg

http://www.deependstudios.com/f350/015.jpg

http://www.deependstudios.com/f350/016.jpg

http://www.deependstudios.com/f350/017.jpg

RE: Tamiya F350 High-Lift - Build Chronicles
 

Taking a break for tonight, the camera is out of batteries! I've got them in the charger, so I'll pick up the build tomorrow evening.

Thanks to everyone for the comments so far.

To answer the bushing question: The truck only includes bushings, I've purchased a full set of Rubber sealed bearings to install while assembling it.

RE: Tamiya F350 High-Lift - Build Chronicles
 

Oh, I see. Good choice going with the bearings! Nice pictures too.

RE: Tamiya F350 High-Lift - Build Chronicles
 

That's cool! I remember the old Bruiser 3-speed tranny was sealed w/ silicon and then filled the case w/ oil.. I guess they are not doing that anymore.. LOL!! That was really cool.. like a real car, ha ha ha!!

RE: Tamiya F350 High-Lift - Build Chronicles
 

I plan to get this next, and I found some bearings on Ebay. Ill probably try out a couple motors on it. Tranny reminds me of me semi, but clean.

Cant wait to see it done!!!

RE: Tamiya F350 High-Lift - Build Chronicles
 

The Tranny gears have "Knight Hauler" printed on some of them, so it appears that this transmission is nearly a direct port of the Semi 3-speeds.

I'll be working more on this tonight, so "stay tuned" if you are interested in seeing some more of the build progress.

I'm pretty impressed with the kit so far. Its higher quality than some of the other Tamiya kit's I have assembled. Fasteners seem better quality too, don't strip as easily.
Overall, a cool project thus far. I recommend it to anyone.

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One Note: The directions are a little convoluted in the beginning, but they seem to be better once you've completed the 3-speed transmission.

RE: Tamiya F350 High-Lift - Build Chronicles
 

Which radio are you going to be using with this kit?! I think you told me before but I forgot.... which ESC? How about motor?

RE: Tamiya F350 High-Lift - Build Chronicles
 

Radio: Modified Spektrum DX6
ESC : Novak XRS Reversible
Motor: Standard 540 Can - Until I get to test it, I think it's a safe bet

I've also got an Epic 19t, a Epic 27t Stock, and a few Speed Caliber 16t Motors to try if I need some more speed.

We'll see what happens!

RE: Tamiya F350 High-Lift - Build Chronicles
 

What did you do to your DX6?!

RE: Tamiya F350 High-Lift - Build Chronicles
 

lookin good, cant wait till i get one, lookin forward to following ur build

RE: Tamiya F350 High-Lift - Build Chronicles
 

man, your camera must be as cool as the truck itself.... i wish i can take pics of my stuff like this! i wonder if tamiya themselves have pics that are this kind of quality...

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The key to good pics are lighting!! I am sure Hunter probably got a light booth setup or something for those close-up shots!!

If you don't want to bother w/ those light tent, you can take pics outdoor during an overcast day.. they come out really well too.. you'd be surprised how good a pic the regular digital camera can take with proper light!!

Here's an example.. no special equipment, just took it when the sun is behind the cloud... :D

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v5...Sinn142StS.jpg

RE: Tamiya F350 High-Lift - Build Chronicles
 

You would be correct sir! Very nice build(bowing down).

RE: Tamiya F350 High-Lift - Build Chronicles
 

Man, all you guys w/ the 3-speed showing off!! [:@] hee hee..

RE: Tamiya F350 High-Lift - Build Chronicles
 

Thank you for the compliments! I've been experimenting with my camera these past 2 weeks so I wanted to try to document this build a little nicer.

The key really is a nice lighting setup. If you have lights, almost any decent camera can take good pics.
Mine are by no means spectacular, but they are a step above my previous build threads.

Anyway, home from work... so dinner... then build and picture time.

RE: Tamiya F350 High-Lift - Build Chronicles
 

Lunchboxer, ill take a pic of mine just to show you!:)
Not that Id take it our for that.....

RE: Tamiya F350 High-Lift - Build Chronicles
 

Yeah, post your nice pic... !! :D

RE: Tamiya F350 High-Lift - Build Chronicles
 

Yea, lighting is essential. I use a bounce flash on my external flash to take pics... :D Soft and no harsh lines. :D

Of course things start with a steady hand... :D I'm enjoying this thread (buildwise and picture wise. :D )

And macro is nice too... :p My lens cant do 1:1 though. :(