Kyosho Superten GP's and FW-04 [Archive] - Page 6

GAF42

11-14-2007, 03:34 PM

Thanks for that info. :)
Personally, I am not really interested in the chassis and deck. However, the tires are looking hot :cool:
Is it still possible to find foam tires and the wider rear rims? I heard these foam tires for SuperTen are ridiculously scarce.

By the way, good luck with the auction. I bet there will to be at least three scary-last-second-bidders aiming at it. I look forward to see it on ebay.

I may be able to get foam front and rear tires. Found some a few days back but funds went for other parts. If you are still looking, e-mail me at gaf42@yahoo.com I will check tonite to see what is left.
Geo.

Dan H

11-14-2007, 09:11 PM

There is a guy, (don't know if he's still selling on eBay), but I bought a set of foam tires (wider rears) for my F-Ten that will work on the FW03 too since the hubs are the same size. Its extremely rare to find some foams for an FW04 now though.

pleaseletmeon34

11-16-2007, 01:54 AM

I never knew the "high ratio ring gear" was available with diff gears. (never saw it advertised) I've only seen it for a ball diff...hum

Finally found my viscous, and some one asked for the 2sp instructions too.

ImpulseGTP

11-16-2007, 03:27 PM

cool, I was always curious about the inside of the viscous coupling. thanks

SerraAvatar

11-16-2007, 05:04 PM

Finally found my viscous, and some one asked for the 2sp instructions too.

Thanks a lot for posting the viscous, now I'm thinking about ordering one :)

rotarygod

11-22-2007, 08:03 AM

anyone one know where or what online shop get the 4 stroke conversion kit(VSW023) for Fw-05?
I tried many online hobbies shop and local hobbies shop and I can't find it
any Europe or Asia online shop? or anyone want t sell yours?
I got the FS-26 and FW-05r , but I just need the kit...........

mahlzeit

11-30-2007, 03:04 AM

Hi Everyone,

First post here, please excuse noobness.

Let's just say a 'long' time ago on a trip to Japan, I picked up an FW04 kit, a bunch of hop-up parts, and an OS 15RX. It took some hacking but I did get the OS to fit, and work with the 2 speed. I got lots and lots of reliable fun out of the car, especially given the power the RX puts out. So much power that it eventually caused the 2speed to fail.

The car had been sitting dormant for about 3 years due to that 2 speed, until I decided to bring it back to life. I recently got a used FORM 2speed from eBay, and patcher her back up. On the second tank of gas, I finally shredded a rear tire to bits. Thankfully the wheel is still intact, but now I need a new FW04 rear tire,.. preferably a whole set.

Where oh where can I find new tires?? I would love a new set, and even a spare set of wheels.

Thanks in advance,

-mahlzeit

PS here's 4 yr old shot of my car w/ the original tranny
http://www.haag-family.com/images/DSCN0687_JPG.jpg

zoomx

11-30-2007, 03:53 AM

Thanks a lot for posting the viscous, now I'm thinking about ordering one :)

Where to order???

zoomx

11-30-2007, 03:57 AM

SerraAvatar

11-30-2007, 09:35 AM

Few months ago I gave two UK websites that still carry a lot of the kyosho parts. Ben Racing was one of them.
I said I'd give Ben a try and I did. Unfortunatley, things turned nasty. It was like this:

Before I making my payment, I emailed Ben (yep, the owner) about the availabilities for the parts, and he readily replied to all the inquiries.
2 weeks after I made my payment I emailed him again regarding the order status and he never replied back. I tried 5 times and he just kept ignoring me.
Eventually I had to get my refund from paypal.

Maybe other people here would strongly disagree with this incident of mine. Perhaps it was just a bad luck. But either way I would never be able to trust Ben Racing again. However, being the one who posted the link, it is my responsibility to point out their questionable way of bussiness.

For now I would only order parts from Time Tunnel (http://www.goldstarstockists.com/tamiyaparts/tpx/kyosho.htm)or Kyosho America.

By the way, you can order viscous coupling and tires and many other things from Kyosho America (http://www.shopkyosho.com/), if you are in North America. Or from Time Tunnel, but they are more expensive.

StevePond

11-30-2007, 09:38 AM

Yes, we do have random parts that are still in stock for the FW-04.

SerraAvatar

11-30-2007, 09:44 AM

Hey Steve, are you a dealer too? Where may I find your website or stock list, or anything like that :)

pleaseletmeon34

11-30-2007, 01:49 PM

Hey Steve, are you a dealer too? Where may I find your website or stock list, or anything like that :)

I think you'll find Steve here, www.kyoshoamerica.com ;)

mahlzeit

11-30-2007, 02:11 PM

Dan H

11-30-2007, 08:39 PM

I'm using FW04 wheels with HPI SNRS4 tires. You won't be able to run the staggered wider rear tires in the back but I find the FW04 already understeers plenty.

C0NTENDER

11-30-2007, 09:07 PM

The set of rubber that I have ever used were RJs on my super nitro. You can use them on the superten as well.

mahlzeit

12-01-2007, 12:39 AM

Dan: so you are running front sized wheels at all four corner?

CONTENDER: what are RJ's? You are running same sizes all the way around?

I found the K-Zeros on the Kyosho site, in both sizes :) They are listed in various compounds:

92684-30V K-ZERO WIDE SLICK TIRE #3 $22.00
92683-30V K-ZERO SLICK TIRE #30V $22.00
92684-40 K-ZERO WIDE SLICK TIRE#40 $22.00
92683-25 K-ZERO SLICK TIRE#25 $22.00
92683-40 K-ZERO SLICK TIRE#40 $22.00

What is softer? The higher number or the lower number???

Thanks guys, you're being extremely helpful!

-mahlzeit

SerraAvatar

12-01-2007, 11:13 AM

I don't know which is softer, but the smaller the number, the harder the grip.

pleaseletmeon34

12-01-2007, 12:54 PM

I believe RJ's are RJ Rides. Some people call them "Rides". The SNRS4 used the same width tire on all 4 corners.... so if they are using HPI wheels and tires, yes they are using all the same width.

The Kyosho tires... 25 is the softest (sticky, more grip but shorter life), 40 is the hardest (less grip but longer life).

mahlzeit

12-01-2007, 08:36 PM

Awesome! Thanks for the hints guys,... I hope to get you all some video next time this little beastie is up and running.

SerraAvatar

12-01-2007, 11:34 PM

Awesome! Thanks for the hints guys,... I hope to get you all some video next time this little beastie is up and running.

That would be great!

By the way, that FW04 is really looking good. Good luck getting the tires and all other parts ;)

GAF42

12-06-2007, 08:29 AM

[QUOTE=GAF42;2290249]I may be able to get foam front and rear tires. Found some a few days back but funds went for other parts. If you are still looking, e-mail me at gaf42@yahoo.com I will check tonite to see what is left.
Geo.

I found some tires, lost your e-mail, I have a set on ebay now. e-mail me again if you get the chance.
Geo

GAF42

12-07-2007, 08:26 AM

Thanks Serra, Steve, Zoom, pleaseletmeon,....

I went to the Kyosho site last night, but didn't look hard enough for the K-Zero. tires. Does anyone else make tires that'll fit the FW04 wheels? I would love some really sticky tires,...

-mahlzeit

PS I'm in Calif. BTW

Hi
I have a pair of wide rear k-Zero slicks closing on ebay sunday. They are the soft #25, i just found your post. i also have a set of foams listed also.

C0NTENDER

12-09-2007, 10:16 PM

Found the elusive Kyosho Porsche GT2 body on ebay. The bad news is there was a madman on ebay who decided to bid 125.00 for it unpainted. Man that thing looked nice. Oh well.

zoomx

12-09-2007, 10:31 PM

Found the elusive Kyosho Porsche GT2 body on ebay. The bad news is there was a madman on ebay who decided to bid 125.00 for it unpainted. Man that thing looked nice. Oh well.

I would say that is demand and supply at its best. On a side note, I am wondering if anyone is still running their prized super 10?

SerraAvatar

12-10-2007, 12:31 PM

Found the elusive Kyosho Porsche GT2 body on ebay. The bad news is there was a madman on ebay who decided to bid 125.00 for it unpainted. Man that thing looked nice. Oh well.

hehe... looks like Kyosho shouldn't have discontinued S10 after all.

You never know, this "madman" could be from this very forum. Hail to that hardcore SuperTener

zoomx

12-10-2007, 06:48 PM

hehe... looks like Kyosho shouldn't have discontinued S10 after all.

You never know, this "madman" could be from this very forum. Hail to that hardcore SuperTener

You are right. They should have the "re-edition" just like Tamiya to respond to the demand. lol.

filow_bedow

12-11-2007, 02:36 PM

This question is for Steve Pond...
Steve would you able to find the P/N for the decal set for the 1/8th scale Porsche 959? Or even better, do you happen to have a decal set at Kyosho America?...lol.
Thanks,
Chris.

Dan H

12-16-2007, 02:28 PM

WoW, do you have anymore pictures you can post? Or a link where I can view more of the car?

Was browsing through my old posts on another forum and just came across this pic too.

http://www.geocities.com/neocast/porno.jpeg

SerraAvatar

12-16-2007, 10:54 PM

:eek::eek::eek::eek::eek::eek::eek::eek::eek:

Seriously... that babe looks like a real race car... I love those dual fuel tanks :D

WOW!!!

C0NTENDER

12-17-2007, 09:15 AM

hehe... looks like Kyosho shouldn't have discontinued S10 after all.

You never know, this "madman" could be from this very forum. Hail to that hardcore SuperTener

:), you have a point there. The funny thing was, I was intent on winning that body, and was surprised it got that high, but whomever this mystery person was, they were not going to be out bid. That same day, there was a Porsche GT1 body unpainted, and guess who one it, the same person. Outbid everyone on that item as well.

SerraAvatar

12-17-2007, 11:24 AM

I know eh!! To be honest, I had my eyes on that body (not the precut unpainted one tho, it was only available to the US) from the day it was listed. As soon as I saw the price exceeded $70 I thought oh well... might just well get HPI 280mm boides instead since they are about $30/ea, for the same price I could buy 4 or 5 of them.
These good superten parts have completely become collector's items. Feel good to own a FW04 here lol:D

Edit: yes! my 50th post! last time it got deleted due to the sever breakdown :)

C0NTENDER

12-17-2007, 09:11 PM

I know eh!! To be honest, I had my eyes on that body (not the precut unpainted one tho, it was only available to the US) from the day it was listed. As soon as I saw the price exceeded $70 I thought oh well... might just well get HPI 280mm boides )

I said the same thing. For now, I will have to stick with hpi bodies, and if I come across any Kyosho 280mm bodies for a good price, I will try to snatch them up. As for my quest for picking up a superten, I have to put that project on hold for a while. The couple that I have seen on ebay were really nice, but outside my budget for RCs this year.

http://www.uuworld.net/~reubenw/porscheRD.jpg

ImpulseGTP

12-18-2007, 07:32 PM

C0NTENDER

12-19-2007, 07:54 PM

I wanted that 911 GT1 body, but man......the price towards the end just got shot up to the moon.

Nice porsche C0ntender. the rear wheel is sticking out, is that the way it's gonna be when using Kyosho wide on the SN?

ImpulseGTP, I'm not really sure. I have never tried to actually run Kyosho rims on my SN. Now if I recall correctly, I don't think the Kyosho wides will fit the SN when it's set at 280mm and will only fit if the car is set at 300mm (rubs the header at 280mm).

rotarygod

12-23-2007, 10:33 AM

does anyone know what parts do I need If I want to convert my
FS26SC to pull start or rotor start?
also I am using 20% nitro with 16% oil for my FS26, it smoke pretty bad ,
and hard to start the engine , what kind of fuel do you guys use?

GAF42

12-23-2007, 11:48 AM

Dan H

12-24-2007, 01:36 PM

A 4 stroke normally smokes a lot.

GAF42

12-29-2007, 12:28 PM

C0NTENDER

12-30-2007, 02:54 PM

Sorry for the cross post, but I know some of you guys appreciate 280mm bodies:

http://www.uuworld.net/~reubenw/skyline1.jpg

http://www.uuworld.net/~reubenw/skyline2.jpg

http://www.uuworld.net/~reubenw/skyline4.jpg

ImpulseGTP

12-31-2007, 10:30 AM

That's very nice. I never thought this Skyline body would look good in black. Did that little Tamiya sticker come with the body?

nitronutz

01-08-2008, 10:44 PM

Nice chassis Gaf... as you can see by Contenders post what a nice body and wheels do for a car.

I have a Superten in need of some attention and will paint and post shortly. I took a belt sander to the dirty green foam bumber and it looks new.

Its kind of a mutant because I installed a larger gas tank on the drivers side, but it has a new chassis and top plate.

I also have a Picco RS-600 complete with the original electronics and engine. Its a little dusty but is going to clean up nice... will post too

nitronutz

01-17-2008, 12:54 AM

Here is my SuperTen. As you can see it needs a lot of work. I ordered the low profile mesh rims from Kyosho America and I have the tires front and rear.

What I would like to add is an OS Lay Down engine or 4 stroke engine and a nice body ... McLaren if I can find it or my last resort is the one I have the HPI BMW V12 LMR.

I do have a new GT1 body from my Ften but not sure if it fits. I would also like a 2 speed Tranny if I can get one. The 2 speed that came with the care is stripped and you cant replace the gears on the housing (bad design)

Anyway any help on restoring and hopping it up would be greatly appreciated.

http://www.compudyndirect.com/RC/Kyosho/Super10a.JPG
http://www.compudyndirect.com/RC/Kyosho/Super10b.JPG

zoomx

01-17-2008, 01:18 AM

Looks like a great starting point.

Do you restore it as a shelf queen? lol. I know most do but I also know a few who occassionally use it for " exhibition run" lol

I believe that the engine will stick out a lot from the body and if you cannot find LD or 4 stroke, I think the OS CV series will be a good alternative which you should be able to get for cheap on the bay. A lot of the supertens in those days are on the OS CV series as well.

Looking good!!!!

nitronutz

01-17-2008, 01:20 AM

Here are my before pictures of the Picco RS600. From what I understand this car was manufactured when Picco and Kyosho were working together. I will have to get some history on it.

It has everything from the original build... even some old electronics. All Im going to do is clean it and put a nice body on it. Its been used gently so I will start it and run it a little bit just to see how it handles.

The foams are in pretty good shape but the rims could use a little sanding and buffing.

The engine is a Picco .21 but not sure which model. This car came across the pond from Germany. I got it at a good price but shipping was almost as much as the car!!

How bout that air filter :p

http://www.compudyndirect.com/RC/Kyosho/RS6001.JPG
http://www.compudyndirect.com/RC/Kyosho/RS6002.JPG
http://www.compudyndirect.com/RC/Kyosho/RS6003.JPG
http://www.compudyndirect.com/RC/Kyosho/RS6004.JPG

nitronutz

01-17-2008, 09:28 AM

Hey Gaf, you can get a new set of wheels from Kyosho America heres the link http://www.shopkyosho.com/search/410.0?q=low+profile&x=27&y=9

As far as the tires are concerned im still trying to find a set of treaded tires but there are some slicks that will fit the front wheel from HPI super Nitro RS4 tires. But the rear wide wheel you will have to check on Ebay

Here is a link to some foam tires for the superten.

http://cgi.ebay.com/Rare-New-GPM-Foam-Tire-Wheel-Kyosho-Superten-FW04-FW03_W0QQitemZ180207250269QQihZ008QQcategoryZ34063 QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

nitronutz

01-17-2008, 09:35 AM

Thanks Zoom.

Its a shelf queen eventually but I will definitely run it for show and my ownneed for speed. That engine is actually a Traxxas TMaxx engine with a hopped up head that I had no use for.

My two speed was toast when I got it so lookin for that and an OS LD or 4 Stroke as we speak.

ImpulseGTP

01-18-2008, 12:15 AM

zoomx

01-18-2008, 12:44 AM

interesting layout on the S10, where does the receiver go?
although rare, the LD engines and the 4 stroke conversion do pop up on ebay once in a while, so be patience and check everyday. same thing on the 2 speed. btw, pretty nice looking Picco!

Now you have mentioned it about its relocation of the gas tank then I noticed it. lol. I think the the only place left for the rx to go will be beside the steering servo.

nitronutz

01-18-2008, 07:02 PM

Yeah the receiver goes right in that little cubby hole in front of the clutch bell. I have to make a reciever box or just attach a receiver box from another kit.

I did find an LD engine and a 4 stroke on ebay... watchin em now. Hopefully I wont have to sell the farm to get one of them.

My rims should be here any day then it will at least look drivable. Ive got a Cuda body for a TMaxx, I wonder if it will fit. I would love to get an original Kyosho Superten body but I know thats askin a lot. Who knows... might get lucky.

osunick

01-29-2008, 01:37 AM

I have a FW04 shelf queen as well with a pristine castrol supra body I bought from Tower before they ran out of stock. I'm curious about the FZW56- does it include a pinion and clutch bell, or is it just the tranny? It looks like shopkyosho has it in stock, which is just about the only place I've found that does. Any thoughts on this? I don't race my FW04 (it is simply too beautiful to risk) but thought the 2-speed would be a nice addition.

ImpulseGTP

02-11-2008, 01:41 AM

I m pretty sure the FZW-56 comes with a clutch bell. just like the 39666, which was for the FW-03.

P.s. Show us some pics! :)

Toad

02-21-2008, 09:21 AM

Hi Chris

nice car was it hard to add the Saito motor its me Manny the guy who won your superten i'm working on the car now.

Toad

02-24-2008, 01:23 AM

Hello Everyone
I'm New To This Site. A Friend Told Me About It I'm A Superten Fw04 Fan I Have Some Pic's To Share But I Don't Know How To Post Them Can Anyone Help. Anyway I Have 1 Superten With All The Hop Up's I Could Get From Kyosho No Form Or Any Other Brand' I'm Also Looking For A Tranny Part # Fzw56

Thanks Toad

nitronutz

02-24-2008, 10:18 PM

Welcome Toad. I only know how to post pics that are loaded on my website.
I have a Superten GP 4WD one of the earliest Supertens. I managed to get the last Superten body from Kyosho, NSX Castrol Mugen, and have been working on the chassis for about 3 months. Will post in a few.

Been lookin for the Gulf or Soko decals but nothin yet.

Would love to see your FW04 but unless you have photos on a website I dont know how to post from your computer ... if that is even possible. I think some people use Photobucket, look it up on the net .

Toad

02-24-2008, 10:21 PM

Thanks nitronutz
I will check on that i have some nice pic's to share

nitronutz

02-24-2008, 11:15 PM

Heres my SuperT so far... I made the Bridgestone decals by scanning the original decal on black paper then fillling in the white and black to make the contrast better. Then I printed them on White Supercal Waterslide Decal paper.

Im gonna try some adhesive backed vinyl decal paper I found on the net that is printable on an ink jet.

I like the Traxxas engine and pipe... would have loved a 4 stroke or O.S. Max Lay Down Engine but "no soup for me".

Got the Chassis guards from Kyosho but had to retro-fit them to the
GP 4WD.

http://www.compudyndirect.com/RC/ST2.JPG
http://www.compudyndirect.com/RC/ST3.JPG

nitronutz

02-24-2008, 11:17 PM

Toad... If you want to send them to me I will post them for you. My email is
tonyzonerc@comcast.net

pleaseletmeon34

02-24-2008, 11:23 PM

Very simple to post pictures

Click "Post reply"
When on the reply page, scroll down to "managed attachments"... click it.
Click the top "browse button"
Find where your picture is in your computer and click on it
Then click the "upload botton"
Wait for it to upload, then close that window.
Click "submit reply"

nitronutz

02-24-2008, 11:24 PM

I got a link for you Toad for tranny parts.

http://www.shopkyosho.com/search/410.0?q=Fzw56&x=16&y=7

Make sure they ar in stock... Kyosho is not to good about updating quantities.

Thanks Please for the heads up... guess I should read the instructions.

Toad

02-25-2008, 10:50 AM

Hi every one
I have some comment on the OS LD .12/.15 engine there good and strong. I know had both, then sold them. when I ran into a problem with the air filter it won't stay on unless you make a hole over where the filter sit's every time I ran iIlost the filter and the another thing because the engine was so low the engine would get hot fast had to run it rich. I like speed

Toad

02-25-2008, 10:57 AM

nitronutz whatz up well i'm still trying to post but no luck yet iI can email you some pic's if you like

Toad

02-25-2008, 10:59 AM

I like your car a mix of traxxas and fw03 superten thats cool

Toad

02-25-2008, 05:54 PM

this is it boy's

Toad

02-25-2008, 07:07 PM

superten

Toad

02-25-2008, 07:25 PM

Ok I tryed could not get them in. nitronutz i sent them to you hope you can put them up i think there cool

ImpulseGTP

02-25-2008, 08:41 PM

ImpulseGTP

02-25-2008, 08:44 PM

Toad if you follow Pleaseletmeon's instruction, you should be able to post pics, but make sure they are under 101Kb and within 1000X1000 pixel.

Toad

02-25-2008, 10:00 PM

how do change it to 1000x1000. its telling me i have 2848 x 2134. what does that mean

pleaseletmeon34

02-25-2008, 10:58 PM

I'm sure you have some kind of editing software in your puter (I think you can even do it with paint). I use ACDSee (came with my printer). Before I upload any pics I pick the ones I want to post and resize them (but I give them a new name so I still have the originals). I usually take them down to 850-900x because thats the limits on other forums.

With ACDSee, I click enhance, then resize. Then save it with a new name.

-Ed

nitronutz

02-26-2008, 12:00 AM

Toad's Superten... Nice pics Toad Where did you get the foams?

http://www.compudyndirect.com/toad/ST1.JPG
http://www.compudyndirect.com/toad/ST2.JPG
http://www.compudyndirect.com/toad/ST3.JPG

The thing I like about posting from my site is that there is no format restriction or size limit. For these I just print screened the photos in the email, saved them as jpegs and uploaded to my site. Then supplied the link and BAM!

nitronutz

02-26-2008, 12:05 AM

Thanks Toad I like the Traxxas touch too... kinda gives it a one-of-a-kind look

Hi every one
I have some comment on the OS LD .12/.15 engine there good and strong. I know had both, then sold them. when I ran into a problem with the air filter it won't stay on unless you make a hole over where the filter sit's every time I ran I lost the filter and the another thing because the engine was so low the engine would get hot fast had to run it rich. I like speed

I always wondered how those LD engines ran. I heard they didnt have a lot of power... now I see why - probably because you had to run it rich to avoid
overheating.

They look cool tho

nitronutz

02-26-2008, 12:22 AM

I like your car Nitro, it looks alot cleaner than before. i didnt think the t-maxx header and pipe would look right on an S10, but yours look kinda cool.

Hey Toad welcome to the forum, I m from Queens. :)

Thanks Impulse. Yeah I cleaned it up, found a set of new tires I have no idea where I got them or why, belt-sanded my foam bumper again and put the foam bumper posts in a drill and polished them.

I got this car from a guy at Castle Creations about 6 years ago and I only bought it because it originally came with a Collari .15 engine. When I saw this forum I dug out the car and started working on it.

antonio77

02-26-2008, 07:42 AM

Hi guys!
I'm new here, and i'll start with a picture of my car, is a kyosho tr 15 rally, not a fw03 or 04 but still a superten!!!
http://www.rcm-model.it/forum/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=11238
i have added foam tires, 2 speed gearbox, ball diff. rear and front, alloy shocks, and...finally..an os cvr 18
please comment! and check for my vids on youtube( look for kyosho tr 15 rally mitsubishi lancer evo 7)
i really enjoy this forum!!
long life to the supertens!!!!

nitronutz

02-26-2008, 09:34 AM

Nice EVO Antonio Ive got a set of those decals but need a Lancer to put them on - and nice track, wish I had one close to me. Sounds like your engine could use a little leaning out.

How bout some closeup pics of the chassis?

antonio77

02-26-2008, 10:34 AM

how to attach pics?:D

antonio77

02-26-2008, 10:40 AM

Hi Nitronutz, and thanks for the compliments
I noticed that the Evo body is pretty hard to find, i guess the Kyosho europe still has, but is a bit expensive, something like 50 $ less or more.
I have senn on ebay time ago some hpi Mitsubishi bodies, but as they are 300mm , they dont fit.
Yeah i was still rich, as i was in the break in.
If you scroll the page down, i have posted a pic of the naked chassi and a video of the first full-trottle:)
Now, as i'm using 16% nitro, and as the os cvr 18 is designed for up 30% nitro, i have removed a 0,05 gasket from the head, and i really want to see now how it goes:))
As i learn how to post pics here, i'll do with more chassis pics!!!
See you all soon!!:)

Toad

02-26-2008, 11:15 AM

Thanks to nitronutz the pic's are up.

The gold hard main chassis
Universal swingshaft set
Carbon upper deck
Front stabilizer set
Rear stabilizer set
2 speed tranny
Special Engine mount
Kyosho tune muffler
kyosho Titanium adjust Rod 30mm
kyosho Titanium adjust Rod 20mm
i also have the Kyosho shocks set with the 2 spings on each shock just didn't put on
HPI shocks
and tpped off with an Hpi super nitro Viper GTS R body

the other still in the making as you can see

Toad

02-26-2008, 11:21 AM

Thanks ImpulseGTP
happy to be here

antonio77

02-28-2008, 03:34 PM

Hi again, here pics of my ktr 15's chassis
comment please!!!:D
sorry for the bad quality...my camera sucks.....:p

antonio77

02-28-2008, 03:38 PM

And here the body:)

:wave:

Toad

02-28-2008, 10:09 PM

Hi there when i saw what you wrote here i had to put my 2 cents in. sorry to bust your dream but if you run on a small track the 26 four vs 15 two the 26 will win . BUT!!!!!!! on a long track the 26 runs out of power its got tork not hi speed power.

nitronutz

02-28-2008, 11:16 PM

Nice body Antoni.. can't really see the chassis too well but looks in great shape. Try a flash camera.

I just picked up a gem on Ebay. It wasnt listed as a Superten but Im almost positve thats what it is. Its the GP 4WD model before the FW-03 and it has the lay down engine I have been searching for for months.

The car is in close to mint condition... my world is complete (at least for now)

Will post pics in a few... I am so stoked!!!

nitronutz

02-28-2008, 11:30 PM

My new Super

http://www.compudyndirect.com/RC/NewSuper1.jpg
http://www.compudyndirect.com/RC/NewSuper4.jpg

Lovin it... I don't know about that funky orange pipe tho

Dan H

02-29-2008, 08:07 AM

Awesome looking Supertens everyone!

antonio77

02-29-2008, 10:42 AM

hi nitronutz , but for me this is a fw03, isnt it ?

Toad

02-29-2008, 01:25 PM

hi nitronutz that is the superten the old one, one of the first fw03 GP that came out in the late 90's after that came the fw03 with the brown parts in 2000. in 2001 the new fw04 came out thats the one with the black chasssis thats the one you put the pic's of for me. all i did was put the gold chassis and the carbon upper deck i was looking at that. The seller had it down as kyosho super not superten looks GOOD!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

nitronutz

03-01-2008, 01:13 AM

Thanks Dan and Toad

Antonio, Im not exactly sure because Ive only studied the GP FWD Supertens. I think Toad most likely answered your question. I do have an exploded view and manual of an FW-04 if you want to see it.

Its in PDF format

antonio77

03-01-2008, 09:56 AM

Hi nitronutz, thanks i have already the fw04 manual in pdf:) yeah i read toads answer, i agree with him
Here other pics about my chassis, now i hope you'll see better, and please dont consider as spam my overrated number of pics:D
see you all soon:wave:

mundenbk

03-01-2008, 02:51 PM

Hey guys,

Been awhile since I have been into the hobby and need your expertise in what a Kyosho F-Ten Formula Sports is worth. It is brand new and has not been assembled. I also have a bunch of spares for it (all in unopened packages) including

2 speed tranny
Knuckle arms - 2ea
Suspension Arm Set -3ea
Center Bulkhead
Rear Bulkhead
Muffler
Fuel Tank
Front Bulkhead
Rear wing
Upper Plate
Small Parts Set
Shock Spring Set - 2ea
Front Belt
Main Shaft
Counter Shaft

The box has been opened, but like I said never assembled. I do want to sell, but have no idea what it is worth these days. And to answer the main question now, I do not want to break it up/part it out, even the spares.

Any help or offers would be great.

Thanks

Brian

And yes I will ship anywhere.

PS I am not located in Germany anymore, unfortunetly, I am in Las Vegas.

nitronutz

03-01-2008, 05:24 PM

Welcome Mun

I spent some time in Vegas on a project... loved it still considering moving there. As far as your F-Ten is concerned I would not accept any less than $350.00 for the car alone. Its rare to find one unassembled. For the parts probably $100+.

I bought mine on EBay several years ago and paid $300.00... the kit is even rarer now.

Since youre from Germany you must know they still have a version of the F-Ten the Kyosho F2004 only available there. See link below

http://www.f2004.de/de/html/modell/techdat.html

Theres a guy Ftam that sells one on EBay for about 800.00. I actually bought the wheels for that car from a guy in Germany. Apparently you can only get this car a part at a time with a subscription to some magazine there.

So don't worry if it wont sell... believe me it will. If I didn't already have one I would buy it in a heartbeat.

Do you have the F1 body or the GT1 body?

nitronutz

03-01-2008, 05:26 PM

BTW Mun

I will buy your 2 speed tranny today if youre willing to sell it. Give me a price.

nitronutz

03-01-2008, 05:35 PM

Much better pics Antonio... car looks great... nice and clean. You still never told me where you got the foam tires.

I bought a set a while ago but the hex opening and axle hole were too big although the guy claimed they would fit the Superten and the Super Nitro
RS4.

I ended up getting the wheel adapters from WolfPack Radicals that allow you to bolt on Serpent 1/8 scale foams. But they adapters would not fit my Superten so I put them on my Super Nitro RS4.

mundenbk

03-01-2008, 05:42 PM

Thanks for the reply. As for now I would like to just try and sell everything together first. If that doesnt pan out then it looks like I will be parting it out, for the spares at least.

Thanks

Brian

antonio77

03-01-2008, 07:23 PM

Hi nitronutz, and thanks.I found the foams tires on ebay a guy from hong kong was used to seel it, and he told are for the supernito hpi and the superten.They fit perfectly in the mine and in the supertens.Also i bougth rims without foams, that were produced for the superten and the gp10.As i'm not finding any foam, i'll try to see if the donut foams of the 1/8 on road will fit.Hope i'll be lucky!!!

And yes is really a shame that i cannot find the foams from the kyosho, will be really great as so.Dont you all agree?
Also i know that in germany (i'm from italy)they have foams for the new f-ten f2004, but never saw them on ebay, just knew that local shop has.So i'm looking if there is some that ship abroad.

See you all soon:)
:wave:

Toad

03-01-2008, 10:54 PM

Dear Frank13
The Difference In The Brown Fw04 And The Black Fw04 Is The Brown Fw04 Came Without The 2 Speed And No Black Chassis Also Nouniversal Swing Shaft And The Tank Was Different Some How.

Toad

03-01-2008, 11:00 PM

Hi Osunick
Yes The Fzw56 Comes With All You Need To Install It But You Need A Pilot Shaft Crankshaft For That Kit

nitronutz

03-02-2008, 06:09 PM

Yeah foams from Kyosho would be great but I think they are pushing their Inferno GT so dont look for any soon.

I will hunt for them, somebody has to be selling those foams somehere in the world. I would love to run my superten on foams since Ive never even broken in the Traxaas engine and pipe.

For my other ST, I will just use slicks from Kyosho. The HPI slicks for the Super RS4 will fit but they dont have much grip.

antonio77

03-03-2008, 07:10 AM

yeah sometimes you can find on ebay, like now, i saw them .look for the item
180219075419 (but are a little expensive in my opinion)

but on this forum i saw that the fw03 competition had foams from kyosho, them are discontinued?

A question guys:in your opinion does the fuel tank of the fw04 fit in the kyosho t5 15? someone had tried to mount it on the fw03?
would be nice to have 100cc and not 75 of fuel:D

:wave:

Toad

03-03-2008, 08:25 AM

Toad

03-03-2008, 08:41 AM

antonio77

03-03-2008, 09:16 AM

Hi Toad thanks for the answer
i think he wants 79.99 us $, anyway is a lot.
What kind of little modification you are talking about?

Btw i putted the hpi supernitro foams on the tr 15, this foams has plastic washers to make a the axel larger

Toad

03-03-2008, 09:28 AM

sorry antonio i read that wrong on the tr 15 i don't know i was thinking of the superten when i read this, sorry, But i could check with my boy at the hobbie shop and i'll get back to tonite.

antonio77

03-03-2008, 11:09 AM

Its ok dont worry and thanks

nitronutz

03-06-2008, 11:42 AM

Nitronutz

The Foams For The Super Nitro Rs4 Will Fit The Superten That You Won On Ebay And The Foam Won't Even Nip The Manifold If You Use The Kyosho Manifold I Think That's About Wright. Answers Your ? But They Won't Fit The Fw03-4 Series Because The Fw03-4 Series Axle And The Hex Are Larger Then The Old Series.

Here are the comparisons of the wheels. The rubber wheels fit both my Super RS4 and My Superten, but the foams must be from another planet.
The hole and the Hex is bigger and doesn'y fit any car I have.

http://www.compudyndirect.com/RC/stwheelf.JPG
http://www.compudyndirect.com/RC/stwheelbk.JPG

Rubber - Diameter of hole 4mm - Width of Hex 12 mm
Foams - Diameter of hole 6mm - Width of Hex 15 mm

nitronutz

03-06-2008, 11:58 AM

Antonio Hi There
Yes Some One Is Selling The Foams On Ebay The Guys Name Is
K-garage He Has A Nice But For The Price I Think It's Alot He Wants 79.99 When You Convert That Its About 132.00 In Us Money. And The Answer To The Big ? Is Yes You Can Put The 100cc In Place Of The 75cc Fuel Tank With A Lil Mod.

These look like the same bogus wheels I bought. I just emailed KGarage and asked for the diameter of the hole and the width of the hex. We shall see...

(Unless I am a bit clueless and the hex and hole on the FW-04 IS that much bigger)

antonio77

03-06-2008, 03:48 PM

Hi guys, here my pics: 1rst and second the originals wheels and tyres, compared to the foams i have.the diameter of the hole and the hex is exactly the same, 4mm&12mm
The same for the whees that i'm going to use if i find the foams 4mm and 12mm.
The only i need are some washers to put on the hex (included with the foam and of the rigth shape, also 4 mm and 12 mm)

pleaseletmeon34

03-06-2008, 06:37 PM

The FW-03 had a 12mm hex and the wheels were held on with a nut. You can use HPI SNrs4 wheels on these.

The FW-04 had a larger hex and the wheels were held on with a bolt. These won't interchange with the earlier models or HPI.

Toad

03-06-2008, 10:25 PM

Ok Ok Guys
Lets Clean This Up The Kyosho Superten That Came Out In The 90"s
Has The Same Hex Size As The Rs4 Super Nitro 12mm, I Know I Also Have 1 These 2 Cars Can Trade Rims, But The Fw04 Seies Came With The Largger Hex 14mm Hex Because Where The Rim Spins The Axle Is Not 3mm It's 4 Mm Thats Why The Hole Looks So But

pleaseletmeon34

03-06-2008, 10:45 PM

Thats odd??? :confused: The early super10 I have has 5mm axles (4mm through the wheel), and the FW-04 has 6mm. :confused:

Toad

03-06-2008, 11:45 PM

i'll take some pic's of them so you may see them but, i'm going to ask nitronutz if he can putthem up for us to see he mite put them for me he's a nice guy, did you see his ride.

pleaseletmeon34

03-07-2008, 12:19 AM

Ya I'd like to see pictures of what you have. I don't know of any super10's with a 3 or 4mm axle.

"Before" the FW-04, they had 5mm axles (part number OT-17 front, and OT-18 rear) that road on 5x10 bearings. It tapered down (used a tapered hex washer) to 4mm and uses a 4mm "nut" to hold the wheel on.

His ride one page back (post 1334) with the LD engine is an older one (you can see the wheel nuts).

The FW-04 is the only one that has 6mm axles, and is the only one that has "bolts" holding the wheels on.

nitronutz

03-07-2008, 01:15 AM

Thanks for the diagram Please!

So then the FW-04 wheels have a larger hex because of the larger hole... ok I get it now. The FW-04 is the one from another planet...

So I can either get the hex adapters for the FW-04 and a sleeve for the axle or sell my foam set and cut my losses.

Thanks for your input too Toad...

pleaseletmeon34

03-07-2008, 01:36 AM

I don't know if there is an adapter to allow for the 04 wheels to fit the older cars.... there might be? The car wasn't that popular here in the states, parts were hard to come by let alone hop-ups.

I don't think you will be able to use the 04 hexs... totally different setup. Its straight through 6mm where as yours is tapered 5 to 4mm.

You can still down load the 04 manual from Kyosho... give you a better idea whats different about the car.

nitronutz

03-07-2008, 09:34 AM

Thanks for the info Please. I'll just sell my foams. I'm not gonna really run my ST anyway, its just a shelf car.

It's kind of a hybrid I have some FW-04 wheel guards, Traxxas engine pipe and reciver box, a roll bar made from something from some car, a fuel tank and filter from an MP 777 and a carbon fiber shock tower brace froms Mugen

All I need to do is connect some electricity to the bolts on its neck and...

Its alive!

Toad

03-07-2008, 09:39 AM

Nitronutz I'm Sending You Some Pic's Of The Diferent Axle's So You May See What I'm Talking About

nitronutz

03-07-2008, 09:53 AM

Pics from Toad

http://www.compudyndirect.com/toad/staxle.JPG

I wonder if the axles are interchangeable? Probably not.

Toad

03-07-2008, 01:41 PM

the 2 axles on the top are kyosho, the left one comes from the Special Option Version fw04 and comes with the black chassis 2speed . The one on the right comes from superten GP it don't come with the radio box , it's not fw04 series. the only way for you to swap axels is to swap the bearing and the housing for the axle of the fw04 series and MAYBE it will fit good luck hope this help's. :)

Toad

03-10-2008, 11:00 PM

hi guy's

I JUST PICKED UP AN OS.18TZ PILOT SHAFT WITH SLIDE CARB FOR THE SUPERTEN NEED HELP FINDING THE MANIFOLD I WAS LOOKING AT THE THS 1011 1PICE PIPE ALSO AT THE T-MAX MANIFOLD THE ANGLE THAT THE PIPE IS CLEARS THE REAR TIRE BUT WILL IT PERFORM WELL I'M LOOKING FOR 1/10 SCALE PIPE TO CLEAR THE TIRES HELP ANYONE.

Toad

03-10-2008, 11:02 PM

Hi There

Rear Exhaust Please

nitronutz

03-12-2008, 01:40 AM

Toad

Since the rear exhaust is pointing out the back of the car you need a manifold like one for a 1/8 scale buggy only on the opposite side right?

Dan H

03-12-2008, 04:53 AM

I think HPI makes one that might work since they have one for their NRS4 3. The Supertens share the same layout.

antonio77

03-12-2008, 11:19 AM

Hi Toad what about the Kyosho vsw 08 for the fw 05 rr?
I have a question....
The os 18tz is rated for 2 hp....can the kyosho fw 04 handle this super power?
becouse i was thinking to get one also, but i'm a bit worried that is a bit much
What you think about?

Yngwie

03-12-2008, 11:45 AM

antonio77,

Have a look at JPL pipes. You will find them at rcmart dot com. They have a much better pricetag than Kyosho with no loss of performance!!

/Yngwie.

Toad

03-12-2008, 07:06 PM

antonio77,
the fw04, fzw56 tranny holds the power well, the stock tranny will fall apart the clutch shoes in the stock tranny won't hold the power
thank you all for the help. that kyosho pipe looks good i'll check on it and get back to you soon on that. i was also told that the THS1011r works well. Now, NITRONUTS I DON'T THINK AN 1/8 SCALE PIPE WILL WORK ON THE OS TZ .18 THE BLOCK IS SMALLER BUT I HAVE AN OS PIPE 2050 FOR MY MBX5T I'LL TRY THAT BUT IT LOOKS BIG.

Toad

03-12-2008, 09:55 PM

antonio77,
AS SOON AS I CAN GET MY HANDS ON A GOOD PIPE FOR THIS TZ I'LL LET YOU KNOW IF IT CAN HANDLE IT. TO ADD THE FZW56, FLYWHEEL, CLUTCH BELL, I HAD TO USE OFNA PART # 10098 AND #10099 SO THE BELL WOULD FIT THE PILOT SHAFT. I'M JUST THINKING WILL THE MANIFOLD CEAR THE BACK TIRE IF NOT THEN I'LL HAVE TO USE THE FRONT TIRES ALL AROUND.

antonio77

03-13-2008, 07:47 AM

Hi toad, yeah i have the standard 2 speed on my car, and i was thinking if the torque and the power of that motor will not broke it:confused:
but also i think, the other parts of the car can handle all this power?
but i agree the bibbest problem will be the standard tranny.:(
Also wold be amazing to run a so much powerfull engine:D
i'm seriously thinking to get one, ...if i will broke the tranny i'll change for a new fzw-56 one;)

antonio77

03-13-2008, 07:49 AM

Also i was thinking to the os TM 18, but i guess the crankshaft need to be modified to fit in the kyosho

antonio77

03-13-2008, 06:00 PM

Ps for Toad
If you use the manifold for the kyosho fw 05rr you shouldnt have problems with the rear tiresi didnt tested it but i'm pretty sure.
Also i knew there is a kyosho part, a manifold for the superten for rear exaust engine, but i dont remember the code.if i get it i let you know
:wave:

pleaseletmeon34

03-13-2008, 07:29 PM

The S10 manifold part number is 39521. Funny when you try that number at KA the BB mounts come up. I would think any of the 05 manifolds would work. There wasn't a lot of clearance on that car.

Toad

03-13-2008, 08:16 PM

antonio77,
THE .18TM HAS TO MUCH torque FOR THE SUPERTEN IT'S MORE OF A TRUCK ENGINE IT MITE WORK, BUT WHEN THE RPM'S HIT THE HI NOTE IT'S NOT GOING ANYWHERE THE .18 CVRX OR THE TZ IS WHAT YOUR LOOKING FOR. I KNOW I RACE A LOT.

antonio77, THE CRANK SHAFT FOR THE TM IS LONG IT WILL FIT BUT, IF YOU HAVE THE SHORT SHAFT THEN USE THE PILOT FROM THE 2SPEED TRANNY IT SHOULD WORK WELL

Toad

03-13-2008, 08:21 PM

Ps For Pleaseletmeon34
I Will Check It Out I Know That K-garage Guy Had One On Ebay But I Think He Sold It

antonio77

03-13-2008, 08:50 PM

ok toad i see what you mean
i already have the os cvr 18 and it run good, was just thinking for a bit more pinch and rpm
but the os tz has less torque then the tm? i think the torque of the tz is good enougth for the superten...:rolleyes:

Toad

03-13-2008, 09:01 PM

Yes It Is,

Ok I Know The Cvr Has Good Power I Have One On My Super Nitro It's Fast, To Fast For The Supernitro I Tail Spin Alot I Have To Let Go The Trigger So I May Control It. But The Superten Has Weight So It Should Be Fine. I Can't Wait For The Pipe So I May Try It Out.

Toad

03-13-2008, 09:04 PM

antonio77
SOMEONE HAS THE MANIFOLD ON HERE I CAN'T FIND THE PAGE BUT IT'S IN THE LOW 30'S, I THINK I'M TALKING ABOUT THE KYOSHO REAR EXAUST PIPE

Toad

03-13-2008, 09:15 PM

Higher Rpm Is What You Want Not Torque, Torque Is For Dirt Running To Get You Out The Hole And Turns Better, Higher Rpm Gives You Faster Lap Time, Where Do You Run Parking Lot Or Race Track, I'm On The Street And Track

antonio77

03-14-2008, 08:56 AM

hey again:)
yes me too, track and street
What you think Toad about the items 200206290355 and 180222788058 and
130205769543 on ebay?
the vatage carbon pipe look good:D
yeah superten has weigth, fot that i was thinking about the tm, that is also rated for 34.000 rpm, the same of the tz.
But i agree with you, to go directly to the tz is better, as it is a direct fit.
the cvr i have is good of course, good power and pretty fast, maybe i want too much....
but also i have seen some tz18 vids and i was impressed by the power and i got in love.....on the other hand saw it istalled on 1/10, both touring and truck, and you really have too much power for this car.maybe the more weight of the super ten help:cool:
i want just A BIT more punch than the cvr.....:wave:

antonio77

03-15-2008, 07:35 AM

Hi again guy,
a p.s. ok i'd like more punch, but check my video
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=givpgiAKhzw

what you think, i pretend too much?
any opinion is welcome
:wave:

Toad

03-15-2008, 08:45 AM

ok antonio77
i saw the pipes you told me to look at, very nice i like that JPL pipe looks like it will clear that tire the kyosho pipe looks good also but its in germany
and the last time i tryed to buy something from over sea's, i'm still waiting. your video looks cool you want more punch turn your low end needle in some till you get what you want but remember to bring the top out so your not so lean. was that the cvr.18 or the .15 i like the body your running its stable. and yes the weigth of the superten is just wright for the TZ LOL

antonio77

03-15-2008, 09:36 AM

Hi Toad
is the cvr 18, yes i should do that, i was still a bit rich as the break-in was just ended.Also i think i should adjust the gears changing, but the spring of the 2 speed clutch seems too much soft.
About the pipes in my opinion the carbon look of the vantage is the best:D
but are all nice i think
i have the kyosho black, but still didnt tried, and on the contrary of the other 2, is an efra pipe, so the diameter of the hole is 5,2mm.
i was running another kyosho pipe , the TRW-05, that is built for the torque and have a 7mm diameter (the vsw-08 is for high rpm)
Maybe using the efra one, i'll save some fuel:D
:wave:

Toad

03-16-2008, 01:43 PM

The CVR is New then wait a lil more trust me that engine is sick you'll see what i mean when breakin is finish, break it in with the traxxas CD if don't have the CD then go to traxxas.com i use the the same breakin they use and my CVR is one sick ride on the rs4 super nitro. about the 2speed, take it out look at the spring in side you can change that the part #39014-2, it's sim spring set 8x16mm

antonio77

03-19-2008, 08:08 AM

Ok toad, i'll wait to see the performance of that engine
did you found the pipe?

Toad

03-19-2008, 08:52 PM

hi Antonio77

No, I have been working so hard that I have no time for the cars, I have all the parts to make the fw04 that I won on Ebay into a full opps version, but didn't get the time to pick up the pipe yet but I made up my mine on the THS1011R. i have a pic but don't know how to post them.

Toad

03-19-2008, 08:53 PM

trust me i tryed :(

antonio77

03-20-2008, 08:57 AM

hi Toad, to post pics, when you post the reply, on the top, beside the caracters format and the smile, there is the button to attach.
What you think about the cvr 18 on a kyosho v one 200 mm or a kyosho fw 05 r? could suit well?:D

Toad

03-20-2008, 08:51 PM

Antonio77

OK LETS START WITH THE CVR .18, TO MUCH POWER THE CAR IS LIGHT.
I WOULD GO WITH AN .12 PRO TURBO SOMETHING WITH 3 TO 5 PORT. IT'S REALLY ALL UP TO YOU. WHERE YOU GOING TO RUN THIS CAR ON TRACK, I WOULD GO WITH THE .12 POR VEGA OR NOAROSSI JUST INCASE THEN YOUR LEGAL FOR THE TRACK , NOW IF IT'S GOING TO BE MROE OF A STREET CAR THE GO WITH THE .18

Toad

03-21-2008, 09:14 AM

Antonio77
this is what happens to me every time i try it tells me this

The Dimension limits for this filetype are 1000 x 1000. We were unable to resize your file so you will need to do so manually and upload it again. Your file is currently 2848 x 2134.

and i don't know how to do it manually.

Toad

03-21-2008, 01:03 PM

check it out

Toad

03-21-2008, 01:04 PM

don't ask how i did this cuz i don't know LOL

Toad

03-21-2008, 01:39 PM

this is one of the cars i'm working on know

Toad

03-21-2008, 01:54 PM

ok this is what i'm working on know the shocks i'm looking for better handling

antonio77

03-22-2008, 05:24 AM

hi Toad the pipe looks good, and the cars also.waiting for picture with the 18tz installed:D
look this fw04: they have mounted the same foam tires have, and that mean standard 1/10 hex and hole...i wonder how can fit on the fw04, if on that car are bigger....
About the cvr 18:yes going to race on a track, and yes i want to much power:D
the track is a bit short and many turns, so athe punch out the corners could be fine?:rolleyes:
Ok good Easter alls:)
:wave::wave::wave:

antonio77

03-22-2008, 05:26 AM

uploading pictures not working i'll try later on:confused:

Toad

03-22-2008, 09:35 AM

antonio77

WHAT KYOSHO YOU HAVE THE FW03 IF SO I SAW THE FOAMS ON EBAY I TRYED TO FIND THEM AGAIN FOR YOU BUT NO LUCK YET I THINK MY BROTHER HAS A PAIR IN THE BAG STILL I'LL CHECK WITH HIM TODAY AND WILL GET BACK TO YOU SOON. YOU NEED HPI FOAMS FROM THE SUPER NITRO SO THEY MY FIT AND TRUST ME THEY WILL. THE TZ IS STILL NOT ON BECAUSE THE WEATHER IS TO COLD TO BREAKIN THE ENGINE THATS WHY ITS NOT ON I COULD PUT IT ON JUST FOR PIC'S I'LL TRY LATER

HAPPY EASTER TO ALL

antonio77

03-22-2008, 10:33 AM

hi have a tr 15 rally and i have already the foams, bougth on ebay, indeed fits the same tires of the fw 03 .Also looking for a fw03 rolling chassis used:D:D
still wasnt able to upload the pictures, i'll try again
Happy Easter to all
:wave:

Toad

03-22-2008, 02:15 PM

antonio77
LOOK ON EBAY AGAIN SUPERTEN FW03, THE GUY HAS 2 FW03 ROLLER HE IS SELLING. THE GUYS NAME IS TAMKYO FROM CANADA HE'S COOL GUY TO DEAL WITH I CALLED HIM ABOUT 2 WEEKENDS AGO FOR SOME HELP ON THE PIPE AND THE TZ. HE HAS A LOT OF PARTS THAT HE MAY HELP YOU WITH.

antonio77

03-22-2008, 07:06 PM

hi toad thanks, yes i know tamkyo, already bougth something from him, and i saw that 2 fw03 , is exactly what i'm looking for; but sadly he told that prefere to dont ship to europe the cars, he ship in europe only smaller parcel:( (i'm from italy) so i'm still looking
still on ebay, but in germany, 2 cool mclaren bodies:D
:wave:

Toad

03-22-2008, 10:47 PM

antonio77
CHECK THIS ITEM # 220214439549 OUT HE'S IN THE US I THINK YOU'LL LIKE THIS

antonio77

03-23-2008, 09:37 AM

Hi toad yes checked that item also sure i like but he dont ship to Europe neither:(
there is something here in europe, but a bit too expensive, i'll wait the next:D
:wave:

Toad

03-24-2008, 10:16 PM

Hi Antonio77
I'm looking for a 4 stroke engine i never ran one, but I know that the turgue on th 4 stroke is CRAZY nice for the short track, I make my 2 speed change early for better punch.

antonio77

03-25-2008, 07:44 PM

Yeah i agrre with you, the four stroke is amazing.buti know you need a special kit to suit it on the fw , isnt it true?

Toad

03-27-2008, 09:06 AM

Hi Antonio77

YO WHATS GOING ON OUT THERE YOU RUNNING YET? I'M STILL ON HOLD THE WEATHER IS COLD OUT HERE IN NY. HERE ARE SOME PIC'S OF WHAT I HAD TO BUY SO I MAY FIT THE PIOLT SHAFT TZ. NO THE TZ IS STILL NOT ON THE PIPE STILL DIDN'T GET HERE WHEN IT DOES I'LL PUT PIC'S UP :D :wave:

Toad

03-27-2008, 09:08 AM

Antonio77

Yes You Need A Fitting Kit To Ad The 4 Stroke

murdoc2036

03-28-2008, 07:48 AM

Hello,
Can anyone help me to find a saito sh 30 sc engine?

Many thanks to all

Michael

Toad

03-28-2008, 10:05 AM

:wave:HI MURDOC2036

WHY THE 30 IS IT GOING INTO A CAR I HAVE A FRIEND WHO MITE
HELP YOU I SENT HIM AN EMAIL WHEN HE GETS BACK TO ME I'LL LET YOU KNOW.

WELCOME TO FORUM MURDOC :wave:

MANNY

murdoc2036

03-28-2008, 10:43 AM

Hi Manny,

Thank you for your help!

greetings

Michael

Toad

03-28-2008, 11:36 AM

hi there

email me at www.skylars Z350@aol.com
so i may give you his email. :cool:

antonio77

03-31-2008, 09:31 AM

Hi again guys, last weekend i went to run the car, but was a disaster:( i have ball differentials, front and rear, but they wasnt working, as they hadnt traction; when the engine was running high , the wasnt as fast as the engine rpm!:confused:
i checked and indeed the differentials were slipping::huh:
now i rebuilt them, paying attention to the traction, i hope now will work:rolleyes:
:wave:

C0NTENDER

04-01-2008, 11:51 AM

Hey guys, quick question that has been asked before, (sorry, i did look for the post). What is a good price range for a new fw-04 or a new fw03.

murdoc2036

04-01-2008, 12:02 PM

Hi,
I send you a mail to Z350@aol.com

Do you receive it?

greetings

Michael

Toad

04-01-2008, 01:59 PM

HI MURDOC2036

NO I DID'NT GET IT I WAS WAITING TO SEE IF YOU SENT ME MAIL.
IF YOU SENT IT TO Z350@AOL.COM YOUR MISSING THE SKYLARS

IT'S SKYLARSZ350@AOL.COM

Toad

04-01-2008, 02:03 PM

C0NTENDER

04-01-2008, 02:54 PM

Hi Contender

If Your Looking At The Superten On Ebay With The Black Chassis Then I Say Around $350.00 No More Then That Remember It's Open And Built He Did Run It Also If It Was New New Then I Say $400.00 The Max

That's what I was thinking also. Was pondering it. Was only getting it as a collectors item, but I think I will pass.

Toad

04-02-2008, 08:40 AM

yo guys

whats up look it sold for $275.00 i told you.

C0NTENDER

04-02-2008, 10:49 AM

yo guys

whats up look it sold for $275.00 i told you.

Was that too high or too low of a price. I need to sell some stuff of my own soon.

Toad

04-02-2008, 11:53 AM

Hi Contender

No It Was Good For What It Sold For, Remmeber Parts Are Getting Harder To Fine I'm Looking For Parts Also Mainly All Stock Parts Maybe Front Knuckle Arm And Rear Hub In Aluminum. Other Then That All I Need Is Stock Parts. So When I Run, Just Incase You Get A Novice Runner That Wants To Run With The Expert Class.
And Back To The Shop Lol

C0NTENDER

04-02-2008, 02:52 PM

Toad

04-02-2008, 08:44 PM

CONGRATULATIONS CONTENDER, :wave:

WELCOME TO THE SUPERCLASS RACING LOOK AT PAGE 53 NITRONUTS PUT SOME PICS OF MINE AT THE TIME I DIDN'T KNOW HOW TO POST PICS. BUT TAKE A LOOK IT'S THE SAME CAR I ORDERED ALL THE HOPUPS THAT WOULD MAKE A RACING DIFFERENCE. :D

TAKE A LOOK THIS WAS THE SAME CAR AT ONE TIME

antonio77

04-03-2008, 09:41 AM

Hey guys me running my kyosho:D
but still some trouble with the ball differentials, that slips....:(

Toad

04-03-2008, 11:26 AM

hi antonio77

whats happen with your diff's

antonio77

04-03-2008, 11:36 AM

Hi Toad,
i have ball differentials, front and rear, but they arent working good, they dont have traction; when the engine is running high , the car isnt as fast as the engine rpm! actually the balls slips.
Also using the brake, they slips and the car is hard to stop.
i checked them, tight the screw, putted some new grease but was just a bit better.
Also a spring, in the front diff., and a Thrust Race, still in the front diff., were badly ruined.
I wonder what it is.:(
maybe the engine too much powerfull? with the old kyosho gs15 never had problems, but i dont think so becouse it slips not just accelerating, but braking also

yanni

04-04-2008, 03:11 PM

Hi everyone it good to see you. I need help everyone??? I need to know more about my car and what upgrades i should do or can do. I have a SuperTen GP 4 WD that came with a Mclaren GTR body. I also bought at that time a OS.15CZ moter(not a pull start). The last time i ran this car was 2000 when i was in Greece. I just put the car togeather a couple weeks ago. I had in parts in a box for so many years. The reason why i put my car back together is because my friend and cuzin bought a hpi. And i miss the rc world. So just got back into it. I went to my local hobby shops 3 of them but they cant help me (no parts or body that would fit they said. And kyosho told me that they are discontinued...The only thing i am missing is the back black wheel that it came with i think i left it in greece>>>F_K... I would like to find a pair if anybody selling or know were i can get one.. or Mclaren GTR body that it came with..... I also would like to know what size body i could put on car and were can i find wheels and tires or what size can i use. I am lost People any help will be great. Thank you all i am so glad that i found this sight. I

Dan H

04-04-2008, 03:27 PM

If yours is an FW03, you can slap on HPI Super Nitro tires and wheels on it with no problems. If you have an FW04, you will need the Kyosho or Cross wheels that are specific to the FW04. However, you can run HPI Super Nitro tires on those wheels (except the wider staggered setup.)

HPI 280mm bodies will work on the Supertens. You can run 300mm with some slight modification on the wheel cutouts.

yanni

04-04-2008, 04:27 PM

Thanks Dan but how could i find out wich one it is. I bought this 1999 and kept it in the box after 2000 untill to weeks ago...

pleaseletmeon34

04-04-2008, 06:11 PM

If you still have the original box, and if its an FW-04, it'll probably say so on the box. I never heard or saw the name FW-03 on anything till the 04 came out.

But other then that, take a look at the wheels. The 03 has nuts holding them on, the 04 has bolts. (take a look back at page 55)

The 03 wheels were used on some later models (TR-15 series), so they might be easier to find.... if thats what you need.

yanni

04-04-2008, 09:43 PM

hi everyone

yanni

04-04-2008, 09:45 PM

i am new to this and i need help to add upgrades to my car superten gp 4 wd mclaren gtr

Toad

04-04-2008, 10:43 PM

welcome Yanni

:wave:

Toad

04-04-2008, 10:51 PM

Hi Antonio77

I'm Looking At My Books I Think I Have Your Ball Diff's Broken Down You Should Have Cork Disc Like Between The Balls And The Plate Yes

antonio77

04-05-2008, 03:08 AM

Hi Toad, you mean i should tight the screw of the differential?i think i did, but on the rear differential i have a normal screw, and i'm not able to tight it more.on the fron t i have an hex screw so is easier to tight.dont understand why kyosho made the same diff.with 2 different kind of screw.

For Yanny.Here is Europe Kyosho still have all replacement parts for the fw04, not for the fw03, from bodies to tires, check it up kyosho.it or kyosho.de into discontinued models or just searching for the number part.
they have all
If you have the fw03 you can buy tires of the ferrari f2004, and bodies of tr15 rally or of the hpi supernitro avaibles on towerhobby.com

SerraAvatar

04-05-2008, 09:32 PM

Hi guys, haven't been here for a while and so happy to see the forum staying active. Nice to see all the new faces too!

Just a quick question: how do I adapt the X312T Engine to my FW04? What clutch do you guys prefer? I'm also concerned about the engine mount, I heard Kyosho low height mount FZW63 works but FZW61 doesn't. I'm thinking about K-Factory one piece engine mount but not sure if that works either.

Could any of you brilliant and nice people out there give a newbie like me some suggestions :p, thanks and take care!

Dan H

04-05-2008, 09:38 PM

The F2004 tires won't really work well since you'll need the F2004 wheels and even then, it will look funky since its for an F1 car, not a touring car.

antonio77

04-06-2008, 09:13 AM

Hi again guys
For Dan h
yes is tru what you say, but i meant the tires for the f-ten, kyosho still produce them for the "new" f2004, so they are perfect for touring:)
Anyway, i repeat, in Europe are still avaiable from Kyosho, all the parts for the fw04 and the f-ten.

Toad, any news about ball diff.?

pleaseletmeon34

04-06-2008, 12:30 PM

Hi antonio,

F-ten wheels and tires "are" super 10 wheels and tires. These same wheels were used on the TR-15. The F2004-F2005 had a different wheel and tire. That tire won't fit on the super 10 wheel. But.... you could probably use the 2004-05 wheel "and" tire on the S10. But like Dan said.. not sure how it will look.

Other thing is, they are not available here in the US. I have a few, but they were hard to get and the shippng is BIG $$$$$.

antonio77

04-07-2008, 08:47 AM

Yes is true , but i meant the f-ten tires, that are still avaviable here in europe, as the fw04 tires.
of course the f1 look tires of th f2004 are a weird choice for the touring:D
another thing is that hpi supernitro tires are also easy to find, i guess more in the usa than here in europe
:wave:

Toad

04-07-2008, 09:36 AM

Hi Antonio77

I'm Going To Bruckner Hobbies Today. I Need To Pick Up Some Parts For My Fw04 And To Get You Some Help On Your Diff's
I'll Get Back To You On This Asap.

antonio77

04-07-2008, 12:42 PM

Thats cool thanks Toad:wave:

yanni

04-08-2008, 12:01 AM

Antonio & TOad thank you very much , GRAZIE...

antonio77

04-08-2008, 06:32 AM

Prego:D:wave:

Toad

04-08-2008, 10:34 AM

Antonio77

WHATS UP, THE GUYS AT THE HOBBIE SHOP TOLD ME YOUR CAR WAS VINTAGE AND IF YOU HAVE DON'T RUN IT. LOL I TOLD THEM IT RUNS GREAT SHOWED THEM THE VIDEO ON YOU TUBE. THEY LOVED IT. ANYWAY THERE GOING TO CHECK FOR ME. THEY SAID THAT IT WAS HARD TO TELL YOU WHAT TO FIX OR CHECK WITH OUT THE MANUAL THE CAR IS OLD AND THEY CAN'T REMEMBER. SO THERE LOOKING FOR THERE MANUEL AND GET BACK TO ME. ME I THINK SOMETHING IN THERE NEEDS TO BE REPLACE. :( :wave:

Toad

04-08-2008, 10:39 AM

Antonio & TOad thank you very much , GRAZIE...

YANNI

TE NADA :cool::wave:

yanni

04-09-2008, 12:52 AM

hi everyone this my car . I just put it back together after 7 years.. whatcha Think?

yanni

04-09-2008, 12:56 AM

Should i put my .15 CZMAX motter in my Superten it is brand spankin new????

Toad

04-09-2008, 08:20 AM

HI YANNI
THE CAR LOOKS REALLY CLEAN, FOR 7YRS ON IT. YES I WOULD PUT THAT BAD BOY ON, YOU'LL SEE THE DIFFERENTS IN POWER IF YOU RAN THE KYOSHO MOTOR TRUST ME YOU CAN TELL THE DIFFERENTS. THE BODY LOOKS GOOD ALSO I WOULD USE BRAKE FLUID TO CLEAN ALL THE PAINT ON IT OFF THEN PAINT SOMETHING CRAZY COOL:cool: :wave:

NICE JOB YANNI

Toad

04-09-2008, 08:30 AM

Should i put my .15 CZMAX motter in my Superten it is brand spankin new????

after looking at the pic's really good i can tell your engine is locked don't run that engine with out opening it and cleaning it with nitro blast also the oneway bearing.:( :wave:

antonio77

04-09-2008, 08:33 AM

Toad

04-09-2008, 11:57 AM

Finally Yanni, yes definitelly you need the OS...:D
Ok so is a fw03, you can find the tires, and the hpi supernitro tires fits as well
Enjoy!:wave:

Hi Toad, i think the springs in my balls differentials maybe need to be replaced, but mostly i think i had problems to built and to adjust them.
The others ball diff., has 2 kind of screws to adjust, one to avoid the slip, one to tight the differentials.
Dont know why that kyosho ones have only 1 screw, i think i still have to understand how they works.Thank for the help

p.s. you showed the vids on youtube but you didnt rated :D:wave:

Antonio

so sorry i will do it tonite forsure. do you have the manual for the car. i would like to take a look then i may give you ideas on what it could be.send me a part # so i may look for you we have a lot of kyosho diff's,that looks like it could take the Evolva diff's. :teacher: LOL

antonio77

04-09-2008, 03:45 PM

I was joking toad, but you can rate anyway lol :D
yes i have the manual of the car, also avaiable in pdf format on the net, at, http://kyosho.com/eng/ , under inntruction manuals
i have the ball diff., i have also the manual for that part, but no clue if there is a pdf format for that

Toad

04-09-2008, 08:12 PM

Antonio
I know your joking LOL, If I where able to see your diff's I know I could be of some help to you. try to send me a pics at www.skylarsZ350@aol.com that if you like my help. where in the site do i look for that part.

pleaseletmeon34

04-09-2008, 09:16 PM

Should i put my .15 CZMAX motter in my Superten it is brand spankin new????

Yanni,

flip that motor over and take a pic of the other side. If there is a "z" on the case, its a CZ12Z... if not, its a CZR 12 with a "Z" head on it. OS never made a .15 in that stile block (car engine). But, It could/might have a cheater OFNA .15 P/S in it.

Dan H

04-10-2008, 03:53 PM

Ok, I've finally been getting around to rebuilding my other FW04 that I bought on eBay a while back. Its missing a few parts so I'm curious if anyone has engine mounts for sale. Also need an aftermarket clutch. Is anyone using an HPI racing clutch? I heard its the same size and will fit, but I'm not sure. I remember asking this a while back but I got myself a Vespel clutch for my original FW04. I'm not even sure if I can get them now. Lastly, whats the biggest clutchbell gear anyone has gone on the single speed?

Toad

04-10-2008, 04:33 PM

hi dan

the only mounts that i found that fit is the wolfpack motor mounts there adjustable. i don't know if you can see them but here take a look if you can. if not i'll take the engine out for better pics.

Dan H

04-10-2008, 05:54 PM

Where did you order the wolfpack mounts? Thanks.

Toad

04-10-2008, 07:40 PM

I ordered them from Bruckner Hobbies in the Bronx NY there # is 1-718-863-3434 there open till 6.45pm also you can try tony's Hobbies shop, that's THS company now known as Redline Hobbies there # is 1-914-835-4765

Toad

04-10-2008, 07:47 PM

this is the pair i have on the purple on the left.

Toad

04-10-2008, 07:48 PM

you can also use this style

Toad

04-10-2008, 07:50 PM

Hope This Helps You Dan I Like To Know That There More Fellow Superten's Out There :)

Toad

04-10-2008, 08:10 PM

About The Clucth Man Thats A Hard One I Just Got 2 New In The Box From Japan, The Fzw56 And The Admiral Centax Clucth And I Payed Alot For Them. All I Could Say Is Keep Your Eyes Open On Ebay, Check Jason Store On Ebay Or May One Of The Guy Out There Can Help, Now The Biggest Clucth Whoo Hoo I Always Ran The Kyosho Fzw56 With Vega .12 3port Turbo Engine, Or The O.s. .12,.18cvr Or Tz

Dan H

04-11-2008, 03:25 PM

Thanks a bunch!! :)

I'm also heading over to my LHS soon too to see if any other mounts line up.

Toad

04-11-2008, 03:54 PM

hi dan
so sorry to say i called the hobbie shop today and they said wolfpack radicals don't make that mount anymore but check there site anyway.
www.wolfpackradicals.com

pleaseletmeon34

04-12-2008, 06:29 AM

Hey Dan,

The optional mount for the S10 to allow an OS engine was the FD-20. Thats the stock mount to a VoneR - RREvo. Also the mount 39648 was an option for both the S10 and VoneR will fit. Then there was a low profile mount for the VoneR (its not much...still used the same flywheel) VZW029...that should work if the other two do.

"Then", there is the even lower mounts that came on the FW-05R and VoneRRR....I would think they would work (same bolt pattern), I have them in my RREvo. But you will need one of the two smaller flywheels. (did someone say 3d clutch?? You would just have to find the pinions for a VoneR, RR as the pitch is different on the EVO and later) So if they work, you "should" be able to use the RRR one piece mount, as there is plenty of room on the S10.

Anybody tried any of those combinations?

When the FW-04 came out there was a couple of more mounts and flywheels too, I just don't have the numbers.

edit; tried to load pics of the mounts... but they are already here on in another thread.

http://forums.radiocontrolzone.com/showthread.php?t=188762

Toad

04-12-2008, 09:51 AM

hi pleaseletmeon34
is this the motor mount your talking about, KYOSHO V ONE RR EVO Engine Mount 4mm Screw Hole.

pleaseletmeon34

04-12-2008, 10:26 AM

They look aftermarket, but very similar to the 39648.

http://www.shopkyosho.com/product/part_number=39648/410.0

The FD-20's and 39648's have been around a loooong time.

Take a look at the pictures in the link in post 1471 above. They are all Kyosho mounts, and all have 3mm screws

SerraAvatar

04-12-2008, 01:35 PM

Hey Pleaseletmeon, Thanks for the link to the clutch thread! That was exactly what I needed.

I was having the same concern about the flywheels. Seems to me the flywheel for V-One RRR is exactly what I need for my FW04. I always have trouble with my recoil starting engines.

Has any of you tired K-Factory's UFO 3D Clutch (http://www.kfactoryracing.com/production.jsp?id=K1914&pageNum=1)? I'm not advertising it or anything, just wondering because I am planning on switching to the push-type clutches but don't want to waste money on something that wouldn't work on my FW04.

Edit: Hey Pleaseletmeon, if not too much trouble, could you confirm that the one-piece engine mount will work on the S10 please? A year ago I inquired about the dimensions of the mount but the data I received from the technical reps disagree with 39648. Sorry that I don't have the dimension anymore but I remember they are too large for S10

pleaseletmeon34

04-12-2008, 03:08 PM

That I can not... I've never had a one piece mount. But..

S10 optional mount = FD-20, and 39648
VoneR - RREvo stock mount = FD-20
VoneR - RREvo optional mount = 39648, and low profile mount VZW029
FW-05 stock mount = VS-030
FW-05 optional mount = VSW-003, and the one piece #???

I have the VSW-003 in my RREvo. Bolted right in, just had to change to the smaller flywheel.

The Kyosho one piece mount has to bolt in... all the bolt patterns are the same. The one piece mount "should" have the same bolt pattern as an LD engine. But will the 3d clutch work??? Thats what I was asking.

The problem you might have is the mount is to low. The slots might not be long enough to allow for proper gear mesh.

Other thing is, a lot of the aftermarket ones have 4mm bolts. You'd have to make the holes bigger.

-Ed

SerraAvatar

04-12-2008, 04:33 PM

Thanks a lot for the lecture on engine mounts :P

I have read from a Japanese FW04 website that the VZ090 3D clutch with FW04 low height engine mount (FZW63) is a working combination.

They also pointed out the issue with the flywheel not touching the starter when using regular-height engine mount. I suppose the only way that 3D clutch will work on S10 is to couple the larger diameter flywheel (VZ096) with a low height engine mount. That is, if using SG engine without the recoil starter, which is what I am planning on :)

Edit: Here is the website of this wonderful Japanese FW04 website (http://homepage2.nifty.com/shunyosi/rccar_list_superten_fw04.htm#SuperTen%20FW04：製作のポイント). The detail regarding the 3D clutch is written in the last section. I was relying on dictionary.com to do the translation for me, just hope I have interpreted the content correctly.

P.S: the one piece engine mount for FW05 and RRR is TSW27. You are absolutely right, the engine mounts are indeed interchangeable.

pleaseletmeon34

04-12-2008, 06:52 PM

Hope it didn't sound like a lecture.... just trying to make it easy to understand LOL.

Strange about the flywheel reach problem... that combo works on the oneR... and I think the chassis is thicker. The VZW029 mount should help with that. It was listed in the oneRR instuctions as an optional "low profile mount". It "might" be 1mm lower (its not much), but there was no optional flywheel offered with it.

I don't think that mount was ever carried by GP/Tower. I found it while looking at one of the sites over seas (I think rcmart).

-Ed

SerraAvatar

04-12-2008, 07:24 PM

Hi Ed,

I have been doing researches about fitting SG Engines to S10 for few months without any breakthrough until I read your threads and the replies. They are very valuable to me. I considered them a very useful lecture/tutorial ;) They are very easy to understand, too:)

I guess the only way to find out is to actually build a 3D clutch S10. I am yet to finalize my shopping list and budget, I will definitely keep the forum up-to-date with my progress (if I ever get to start this project lol).

Thank you so much for the comprehensive information, sorry in the previous reply I neglected to acknowledge that.

Good luck and it's cool to see you guys remain active!

Yngwie

04-13-2008, 10:42 AM

Hello guys!

Interesting threads as usual. Very usefull info about the clutch issue. Keep them coming!!

I have finally layed my hands on two FW04 NIB and just put together one of them. I had one FW04 body laying around so I put that body on that one who doesent came with a body in box.

http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d69/manheader/kyosho%20Nitro%20Blizzard/Nitro%20Bike/PICT0026.jpg

More pic´s will come later on.

Yngwie.

SerraAvatar

04-13-2008, 12:28 PM

Hey Yngwie, nice to have you back to the forum.

Wow! 2 NIB FW04's? That's insane man!!! I couldn't find any here.

So... how many SuperTen's do you own now? Enough to open an exhibition lol?

Dan H

04-13-2008, 12:57 PM

pleaseletmeon34, extremely informative posts!! I'll probably order the FD20 mounts since they are cheap and I think Kyosho America has them in stock. Still got to look a bit more into the flywheel/clutch setup because I plan to use a pullstart standard or SG crank engine. I should mention I have spacers for the engine mounts to raise the height for the pullstart clearance.

Also, has anyone purchased the expensive 2 speed set new? Kyosho America lists it at around $180+ and its in stock... but if it includes flywheel and clutch, then it may seem worth it.... Otherwise, if its just the 2 speed transmission and 2 speed clutchbell, then I probably won't buy it.

Toad

04-13-2008, 02:43 PM

dan
there's is one for sale now in ebay the guy want's $145.00 plus $12 for shipping the item # is 270227991618 check it out. I also got a pair of FD20 mounts they sell for $6.95 at redline hobbie shop in NY.

Toad

04-13-2008, 02:46 PM

sorry dan it just sold

pleaseletmeon34

04-13-2008, 04:33 PM

Serra,

The site looks interesting.... when I get a chance I translate it.

Dan,

I can tell you the 39666s 2sp set came complete. It came with a small flywheel, stainless clutch bell, and threaded gears.

I can scan the parts list for this.... just give me a few days.

Sometimes Kyosho sent a picture parts catalog with a kit....did they send them with the 04's? That might show if it has all the parts.

Anybody ever buy the 04 2sp? Can they scan the instuction sheet? If you are gonna try a 3d clutch, maybe you can just buy the parts you need.

nitronutz

04-13-2008, 07:52 PM

Toad

04-13-2008, 09:12 PM

hi guys

well almost done with the car need to drop in the 2 speed and the unishafts in the front and thats all she wrote for this car then i'll get started on the next one. wourld cup edition.

Yngwie

04-14-2008, 07:19 AM

Nice job on the body Yngwie. Ive got a new Mugen Castrol body for my Superten GP FWD but dont really like the colors. But the white base color looks pretty good. Im reconsidering using the green and orange decals.

Thanx nitronutz!!

That Mugen Castrol body is exactly that I have (found 2 FW04 NIB´s) and is in process of being put together. I think I pass the Castrol paintscheme and go for the Mobil1 instead and this one is like you mention a white base color with a few decals. I plan to try out the pureten decals for this body.

/Yngwie.

Dan H

04-15-2008, 09:34 PM

Ok, I ordered a few parts today. Ordered the FD20 mounts and the VS057 flywheel. Hopefully they will work on a standard crank pullstart engine just fine. All I have left is to order the right Vespel clutch if its still available, or try to see if an HPI Racing clutch works. Then I'll slap on the tallest clutchbell that will work for high speed runs. :)

yanni

04-17-2008, 06:27 PM

Tnank you todd and atonio.. sorry that i have not respondid but i have been bizzzy with school ill be back on soon.O by the wayt should i put on the 2speedtranny and a cooling fan universal drive shaft and tower bar...thanks ... todd you can start raceing with these beautifull weather in ny...have fun kick ass

trajan

04-21-2008, 12:06 PM

Hi everybody!
I have been following this cool forum for a while now and just bought a used Superten FW03. This one is a rolling chassis and before I get started with it I am realizing that I will need a manual for it. So does anyone know where to find on the web the manual for the FW03? I just downloaded the Kyosho FW04 PDF manual and that is close but wont do it for me.

So far my Google searches have come up with nothing and so it seems like the FW03 release came before PDF files were popular. I am hoping that someone out there has scanned their FW03 manual into a PDF file. If not, I would like to buy a FW03 manual from someone and make a PDF file out of it and share it online so that others can have access to it.

pleaseletmeon34

04-21-2008, 12:47 PM

Try looking for Kyosho Super Ten (10). FW-03 is just a made up name that people came up with when the FW-04 came out. I've never seen it anywhere on anything from Kyosho.

I believe it was out.... but when I first came into the computer world, I didn't know I could "save" things. Now I save them all! LOL

This might help.

http://www.hobbyone.com.br/vistaex.asp?kit=31533gt

Between that and the 04 manual.... you should get by.... till you can find an original.

trajan

04-21-2008, 06:00 PM

Thanks for your reply pleaseletmeon34. That exploded diagram should really help me. I did not know about the name FW03 not originally coming from Kyosho and it will help in my searches and generally to refrain from using that name when looking for older info on the web. Hopefully, a superten GP manual will come up for sale on ebay soon. I did find that Japanese web site which has some extensive info on the superten GP and I am trying to get the translation to understand what they are talking about.

GAF42

04-21-2008, 07:52 PM

I think I have a manual in my infinite mess, I'll be digging for some parts for Toad and will see if I can find books, I'll let you know and get you copies. if you still need them. I think I have Superten and -04.

trajan

04-21-2008, 10:18 PM

Thanks GAF42! I really appreciate your effort.
I have the single speed transmission and can anyone tell me what my options are in terms of gearing? Ya know, like what gear combination would give me the most speed or what is best if you have just the standard transmission package? I want a 2 speed but they are ridiculously expensive and for the price some of the reports of them breaking down under heavy loads is scary!

GAF42

04-22-2008, 06:33 PM

Hi Trajan
I stumbled onto most of my books, there's at least one I haven't found yet, saw it about a week ago where it didn't belong and left it. I found Superten and Fw-04 along with a lot of option parts instructions. The Superten book is about 30 pages so I will scan it into computer. E-mail me at gaf42@yahoo.com and let me know exactly what you would like and I'll send it when I get in tnis evening.
George

Toad

04-23-2008, 10:09 PM

Hi Trajan
this is what your looking for. yes for the price it's hi i just got one from japan for $145.00 and as long as you don't go higher then an .18 your good with gears and put a good pair of hard springs on the clucth shoe so they ingage with higher RPM trust me you get me power then you need on that car.

trajan

04-23-2008, 11:31 PM

Thanks for the pic. Will that 2 speed fit in the SuperTen GP cars? That is the car that I have so I am not sure if that 2 speed will fit. I initially wanted to put a 21 engine in my Superten but after having read some of the post about stripping gears I am having second thoughts about that and ended up puting a Kyosho GS15 from my FW05t in myS10.
I was thinking that the SuperTen was a 1/8 scale car and would take any 1/8 scale engines. I have some serpent 1/8 scale cars and I switch engines around a lot in those cars. What I am finding is that the stock Superten(like the one I have) cannot handle the power of a 21 engine so I need to find the right hop ups. My next question would be what is the race legal options for the Superten class?

Toad

04-24-2008, 05:56 PM

Hi Trajan
OK I UNDERSTAND YOU HAVE THE STANDARD SUPERTEN THAT THATS NOT THE FW04 SERIES. OK THEN YOU NEED THIS TRANNY NOW THIS TRANNY IS SOMETHING ELSE LET ME TELL YOU I HAVE THE O.S V-SPEC TURBO .21 ON MY STANDARD SUPERTEN AND IT HALLS A.. YOU KNOW WHAT I MEAN ANY WAY THIS TRANNY WILL TAKE THE POWER THE PROBLEM IS THAT ON TAKE OFF YOU HAVE TO GO SLOW, OR YOU CAN ADD A CENTAX CLUTH AND ADJUST WHEN YOU WANT IT TO ANGAGE. :teacher: :wave:

trajan

04-24-2008, 10:07 PM

Yea, I have a centax clutch system so I can control the power of the engine much better. Well that is good news. Now I only have to find one of those trannies. Toad, what engine mounts are you using for your OS 21 and does your engine have a pull start?

Toad

04-25-2008, 06:38 PM

Hi Trajan
i have one on the way from france i don't know how long it will take to get to me. i'v been waiting a long time for it now anyway i'll sell it to you when and if i get it. the engine mounts that i use are the wolfpack mounts and no pull start all bump start the only pull start that i have is the GS .15 from kyosho. the wolfpack mounts lets you mount from a .12 to .21 oh sorry i made a mistake its not the v spec turbo in my car its the VZR .21 from OS.