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Old 2007.11.23, 03:31 PM   #31
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this Q is random but cn you dial an 01 like a 02
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Old 2007.12.10, 05:26 PM   #32
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Hey Stuz, I'm interested in the MR01 you've got on the far right side here
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Would you consider a trade?
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Old 2007.12.19, 03:57 PM   #33
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Hey guys! I think I just scored ! No, not that way, But, I did finally found a mint condition white Toyota Altezza MR01 ready set! It was listed on ebay under Toyota Altezza, not under Mini-Z's. The guy is willing to make a trade with me so I should be getting it very soon. I'll post pictures of it as soon as it arrives.
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Old 2007.12.19, 04:10 PM   #34
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this Q is random but cn you dial an 01 like a 02
No, they are two different chassis. Some settings you can, like soft or hard springs in the front or rear will effect it. The MR01 is a very different species than the MR02. It's closest relative is the MR15, and even the MR15's suspension is different. The MR01 has a bar that links the two front springs together, where as the MR15 and MR02 have independent front suspensions. All three share similar rear suspensions though.
It all comes down to tires, springs, and H-plates really. If somebody else want's to correct me please go ahead.
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Old 2007.12.19, 06:14 PM   #35
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Old 2007.12.22, 01:46 PM   #36
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I got it! My Altezza came in today and it is 100% perfect! As if it was built yesterday!













Isn't it beautiful? I think this is definetly a rare find, and I'm KEEPING IT!
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Old 2007.12.22, 05:21 PM   #37
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Some new wheels for the MR01, borrowed from MR15.

A lot nicer and classier I think than the stock wheels.
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Old 2007.12.22, 09:54 PM   #38
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So what's the best way to set up an MR01 for RCP track? Weather it be technical, semi-technical, or what ever? Can you guy's give me some pointers? What works best and what doesn't? I read that the GPM roll shock's don't work well on RCP track.
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Old 2007.12.22, 10:04 PM   #39
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very nice altezza! i would not drive that around.
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Old 2007.12.23, 12:45 AM   #40
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EXCALABUR!!!, sorry couldn't resist.

If you are itching to run that. I would invest in an MR01F rear mount and use an MR02 diff. Mostly to help keep the original parts intact. The 01F setup really helps dial in these cars well. You may also be tempted to try out that KT-2 transmitter, I know I got alot of usage out of mine.
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Old 2007.12.23, 10:11 AM   #41
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Hi there and thank's for the compliments! I won't be racing THIS one, but I might be getting another one that is slightly used. The slightly used one will be part of a trade and will already come with a bunch of hop-up parts. I'm keeping this Altezza as is and it will remain a shelf queen. These cars are much to rare to risk damage on the track. Which is why I'm after the second one! What's different about the MR01F hammer? Can you post pictures of it comparing it to normal MR01? I'd appreciate it, thanks!
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Old 2007.12.23, 11:47 AM   #42
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Well, it is afirmative I'm getting a second white Toyota Altezza MR01 WITH hop-ups. So, I can keep this first one minty-fresh and race the not so minty-fresh one! That's how you collect Mini-Z's. Keep one shelf queen, and have a second matching one for the track!
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Old 2007.12.23, 03:56 PM   #43
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very nice altezza! i would not drive that around.
agreed, such a rare body should be shelved.
good idea getting a beater body.


as far as parts, the kyosho knuckles are a must (I like the black 1 degree, but personal prefs prevail), as well as delrin servo gears,
the kyosho toe-in bars help, and yes, definitely a ball diff. as well as an h-plate set too. On some cars I run the Kyosho roll-shocks and top shock and run a softer h-plate, on other cars I just run a stiffer h-plate without the shocks. they both work great, just feel a bit different.
It also depends on whether or not the top shock will fit under your body.
the pn 01 motor mount lowers your motor, allowing it to not hit the underside of your of some bodies (NSX, Countach, etc.) so that's good for rear suspension.
bearings, of course, and tires are up to you. (I like 30' f., 20' r. or 40' f., 30' r.
less flipping,more sliding, but again personal preferences prevail)
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Old 2007.12.23, 08:07 PM   #44
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Again, that's why I'm getting the second one that's not so minty. What colors does the pn 01 motor mount come in? I was thinking of going clear and all silver alloy.
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Hey, how do you like these rims? These are old Iwaver alloy's.


Let me know what you like better on this Altezza, thanks!
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