Question about Value. Tamiya Madbull
08-04-2009, 08:53 AM
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Question about Value. Tamiya Madbull
Here's one i'm sure you guys haven't thought about in a while. I stumbled across a Tamiya Madbull new in the box. Never assembled etc etc. It's all there and in the original packaging. I picked it up for what I think is a fair price. I'm tempted to build it but from what I have found this seems to be a somewhat rare car. Seems like they never caught on and just kind of faded away.
Any idea what this thing is worth? Is it worth holding onto for a future sale or just build and run it?
Any idea what this thing is worth? Is it worth holding onto for a future sale or just build and run it?
08-04-2009, 09:03 AM
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RE: Question about Value. Tamiya Madbull
they aren't considered vintage by any means, so they aren't worth much.
they are an evolution of the grasshopper/hornet chassis but with independent front suspension.
still has a soild "live" rear end, lots of rear unsprung weight.
the car is rather fun to build and drive. bouncy but fun. it's like a cross between a lunch box and a grasshopper with a more modern front end.
they are an evolution of the grasshopper/hornet chassis but with independent front suspension.
still has a soild "live" rear end, lots of rear unsprung weight.
the car is rather fun to build and drive. bouncy but fun. it's like a cross between a lunch box and a grasshopper with a more modern front end.
08-04-2009, 09:30 AM
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The Hopper / Hornet have independent front suspension too...
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they are an evolution of the grasshopper/hornet chassis but with independent front suspension.
still has a soild ''live'' rear end, lots of rear unsprung weight.
they are an evolution of the grasshopper/hornet chassis but with independent front suspension.
still has a soild ''live'' rear end, lots of rear unsprung weight.
08-04-2009, 09:52 AM
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lol, you know what i mean.
you are right though, let me re-phrase: they had horrible friction dampers and a nasty toe problem. (kinda sounds like it's infectious lol)
you are right though, let me re-phrase: they had horrible friction dampers and a nasty toe problem. (kinda sounds like it's infectious lol)
08-04-2009, 09:55 AM
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RE: Question about Value. Tamiya Madbull
Thanks for the replys guys. I have a few cars waiting to be built along with a half dozen projects in the works so there's no hurry to do anything with this one.
08-04-2009, 01:26 PM
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Yeah, crazy bump steer....
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lol, you know what i mean.
you are right though, let me re-phrase: they had horrible friction dampers and a nasty toe problem. (kinda sounds like it's infectious lol)
lol, you know what i mean.
you are right though, let me re-phrase: they had horrible friction dampers and a nasty toe problem. (kinda sounds like it's infectious lol)
08-04-2009, 01:46 PM
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RE: Question about Value. Tamiya Madbull
People here ALWAYS love to see build-ups, so I say yes. By all means, build it. The Mad-Bull won't go down as one of Tamiya's must have vintages.
08-04-2009, 01:58 PM
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RE: Question about Value. Tamiya Madbull
Alright cool, I'll build this one next. I'm currently modding an old TL-01 mustang into a rally car complete with skid plates, rally tires, wheels, shocks and a good old Subbie body. Once that's done I'll build the Bull.
08-04-2009, 07:36 PM
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RE: Question about Value. Tamiya Madbull
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Think anyone would be interested in a build up of an old car like this? I could do one if anyone wants to see it..
Think anyone would be interested in a build up of an old car like this? I could do one if anyone wants to see it..
Like others have said it wont ever been a classic and the handling was terrible but its unique like some other tamiyas and we always love a build thread [sm=thumbup.gif]Just to get you in the mood
[link=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JaQAhdPtyx4]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JaQAhdPtyx4[/link]
08-04-2009, 07:59 PM
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RE: Question about Value. Tamiya Madbull
yeah my friend gave me one, i really didn't like it that much my evader was better in every way... except the tires, they were BIG, tho not a lot of grip, so i let it go for a very low price, but yeah i did drive it a few times, major suspention geometry issues... tho a fun car i bet if you got some badlands to slap on there, and some better shocks...
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08-05-2009, 09:08 AM
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Tiger - I watched that Vid about 10 times the day I bought the car home (along with all the other youtube vids). I love the way it just kind of slides around.
RC - I have to agree with you. The stock L-box tires are hard as a rock smooth so there is no grip there.
I'm going to build it all stock and give it a good run then I think I'm thinking i'll slap on an old set of spikes I had left over from my old Monster Beetle. That should give it a little traction and keep it all Tamiya. Then maybe a S-600 for a little more go. We'll see how it goes. if I can find some free time I might be able to start this sometime next week.
RC - I have to agree with you. The stock L-box tires are hard as a rock smooth so there is no grip there.
I'm going to build it all stock and give it a good run then I think I'm thinking i'll slap on an old set of spikes I had left over from my old Monster Beetle. That should give it a little traction and keep it all Tamiya. Then maybe a S-600 for a little more go. We'll see how it goes. if I can find some free time I might be able to start this sometime next week.
08-05-2009, 10:13 AM
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LOL, nothin'.. just saying I have a NIB Mad Bull, so I will post a pic at the thread if John make an official Mad Bull thread or if he use this thread as the build thread.. that's all..
Yes, I broke my vow of no more RCs.. [:@]
Yes, I broke my vow of no more RCs.. [:@]
08-05-2009, 10:54 AM
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I'd suggest start a "Mad Bull Resource Thread" so all the Mad Bull discussion / pics / etc. can go into it.. as well as the build..
And yeah, you can start that now.. and maybe put some background info / research of Mad Bull in it... Make a thread that's useful to others..
LOL, just a suggestion, you don't have to.. !
And yeah, you can start that now.. and maybe put some background info / research of Mad Bull in it... Make a thread that's useful to others..
LOL, just a suggestion, you don't have to.. !
08-05-2009, 10:55 AM
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RE: Question about Value. Tamiya Madbull
ORIGINAL: Lunchboxer
LOL, nothin'.. just saying I have a NIB Mad Bull, so I will post a pic at the thread if John make an official Mad Bull thread or if he use this thread as the build thread.. that's all..
Yes, I broke my vow of no more RCs.. [:@]
LOL, nothin'.. just saying I have a NIB Mad Bull, so I will post a pic at the thread if John make an official Mad Bull thread or if he use this thread as the build thread.. that's all..
Yes, I broke my vow of no more RCs.. [:@]
Mr tamiya hasnt slept properly since you made that vow lb [
]You know that NIB is calling your name right?...LB..LB..LB..Build me ..build meeeee !!
08-05-2009, 11:12 AM
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Yeah, Tamiya Inc. reported below than expectation earning last quarter due to my absence, so I decided that I can't let that happen.. (joke)
ORIGINAL: TIGER76
LOL Mr tamiya hasnt slept properly since you made that vow lb []
You know that NIB is calling your name right?...LB..LB..LB..Build me ..build meeeee !!
LOL
Mr tamiya hasnt slept properly since you made that vow lb []You know that NIB is calling your name right?...LB..LB..LB..Build me ..build meeeee !!
