Uploaded April 2024 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Hi and welcome to Part 5 of my build series for the re-released version of the Tamiya Hotshot.
This kit goes together very differently to most modern Tamiya kits and there are some important things to look out for. This video focusses on the cutting out and preparation of the Lexan (polycarbonate) body shell and wing, spraying with Tamiya PS paint and cutting and applying the Decals (I call them "stickers"!) - covering build manual steps 43 to 47 and the completion of the buggy.
The colour choice for my Hotshot was made by my good friend Paul @Paul_CoughinCornersRC or "Coughlin Corners RC" Thanks Paul, and thanks for letting me choose the colour for your Hotshot!
I hope you enjoy the build and the odd tip thrown in here and there - Cheers!
About the Tamiya Hotshot
The Hotshot, released in 1985, is a milestone as the first Tamiya 4 Wheel Drive chassis and the forefather of many similar chassis to come. The front and rear suspension both have single shocks and double wishbone system. The rear damper connects to the wishbones through a relatively complex lever system. The Hotshot chassis evolved during production, and was re-released in 2007 where the chassis has received a lot of smaller changes compared to the vintage ones.
Hi and welcome to Part 5 of my build series for the re-released version of the Tamiya Hotshot.
This kit goes together very differently to most modern Tamiya kits and there are some important things to look out for. This video focusses on the cutting out and preparation of the Lexan (polycarbonate) body shell and wing, spraying with Tamiya PS paint and cutting and applying the Decals (I call them "stickers"!) - covering build manual steps 43 to 47 and the completion of the buggy.
The colour choice for my Hotshot was made by my good friend Paul @Paul_CoughinCornersRC or "Coughlin Corners RC" Thanks Paul, and thanks for letting me choose the colour for your Hotshot!
I hope you enjoy the build and the odd tip thrown in here and there - Cheers!
About the Tamiya Hotshot
The Hotshot, released in 1985, is a milestone as the first Tamiya 4 Wheel Drive chassis and the forefather of many similar chassis to come. The front and rear suspension both have single shocks and double wishbone system. The rear damper connects to the wishbones through a relatively complex lever system. The Hotshot chassis evolved during production, and was re-released in 2007 where the chassis has received a lot of smaller changes compared to the vintage ones.
