Kyosho Restoration Parts

Marwan OT-66 Reproduction Tires

2011-10-02T12:05:00.001-07:00

Nice Work
http://www.ebay.com/itm/KYOSHO-TURBO-OPTIMA-MID-PRO-SALUTE-LAZER-ULTIMA-TIRE-OT66-4898-66-/120787620229?pt=Radio_Control_Parts_Accessories&hash=item1c1f80d185

OT-30 Reproduction Tires.

2011-01-21T12:52:00.000-08:00

Marwan has done it again, bodies, decals, now tires.

http://cgi.ebay.com/KYOSHO-OPTIMA-JAVELIN-TIRE-OT30-Compatible-/180615448873?pt=Radio_Control_Parts_Accessories&hash=item2a0d850929

Kyosho Aluminum Shock End

2010-05-02T13:29:00.000-07:00

This is a repro item obviously, but u will probably never need to buy a shock end again, they are 3mm

Link Here - RC4WD

Rod Ends & Pillow Ball Replacements Optima/Javelin

2010-03-13T17:22:00.000-08:00

Was searching for a suitable replacement and located these from tower from the ST-15 Series, probably same as original kyosho molds. Few More Random Parts here from Tower's ST-15 Suitable for a optima/javelin build.

Pillow Balls - Towerhobbies Link

Rod Ends - Towerhobbies Link

Steeting Pillow Balls - Towerhobbies Link

6mm Pillow Balls - Towerhobbies Link

Steering Linkage - Towerhobbies Link

Shock Bushings - Towerhobbies Link

Shock Ends - Towerhobbies Link

.40 Cent Kyosho Bearings

2010-02-26T09:48:00.000-08:00

Lot of 100x 5x11mm and 5x10mm, $40 Free Shipping

http://shop.ebay.com/hongkongbag2009/m.html?_nkw=&_armrs=1&_from=&_ipg=&_trksid=p4340

Modern Tire Options

2010-02-20T22:06:00.000-08:00

Well, with tires being OUTRAGEOUSLY expensive on ebay, i've constantly been on the lookout for Modern Tires readily available that have a "vintage kyosho" feel to them. There isnt much out there, but I will update here as I find more.

OFF-ROAD SPIKE BANDEN ACHTER - Link Here

Tamiya Wide Stud Spike Tire 84 - 53059 - Link Here

Red Shock Clamps Repro Aluminum

2010-02-15T19:36:00.000-08:00

Nicely made red aluminum, I own 2 sets from a while ago, great quality

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=290403003380

OT-89 & OTW-7 Replacement Belts

2010-02-15T18:15:00.000-08:00

Looks like this seller in japan is offering some replacement belts for the optimas here. He is offering a ton of other belts including some lazer ones etc.

http://shop.ebay.com/nowingu/m.html?_nkw=&_armrs=1&_from=&_ipg=

Ultima/Optima Outdrive Alternatives

2010-01-31T15:48:00.001-08:00

For the Non Ball Differential, this is a good alternative

http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXD345&P=7

How good do these look next to the black oxide ones, nice bling addition to any project

Fibre-Lyte Carbon Fiber Parts

2010-01-30T18:46:00.000-08:00

These guys make the absolute best and highest quality carbon fiber replacement parts for the Optima Cars here. They have a TON of other cars and parts, but the optima and mid parts stick out. They are made from the best carbon fiber and prices are very reasonable. They are in the UK, but its worth the extra shipping

Site: http://www.fibre-lyte.co.uk/

AvidRC Bearings

2010-01-30T18:35:00.000-08:00

Typically a $1.00 a bearing, good prices, large selection, and fast shipping, highly recommended. This is the easiest place to order bearings and find them once you know the sizes

http://www.avidrc.com/

Fastener Express - Hardware

2010-01-30T18:32:00.000-08:00

Need random 3mm screws, 4mm nuts? Washers? stainless steel? aluminum? anodized aluminum? no problem... They have everything, in good quantitys, and good prices. Little Tip, i sometimes like to buy longer screws if i know i need longer ones, and will cut them down with a drememl if i know i need maybe 2-4 shorter ones, saves money.

http://www.fastener-express.com/

Marwan Reproduction Bodies & Decals

2010-01-30T18:27:00.000-08:00

Marwan makes a HUGE selection of kyosho bodies, some exceptionally high quality bodies for ultimas, optimas, and javelins. Also he makes decals for almost every kit. He has the selection in the trade tab.

Tamiyaclub Link - http://www.tamiyaclub.com/member.asp?id=5484

Team Blue Groove Bodies

2010-01-30T18:20:00.000-08:00

Team Blue Groove also has a variety of Kyosho restoration bodies. For Ultimas, Optimas, Javelins, etc. Quality is ok but I here he uses a cheaper lexan that makes the bodies brittle. Perfect for a shelfer restoration and probably a runner

eBay Link - http://shop.ebay.com/teambluegroove/m.html?_nkw=&_armrs=1&_from=&_ipg=&_trksid=p4340

Pargu2000 - Ebay Optima/Javelin/Ultima Parts

2010-01-30T18:14:00.000-08:00

Pargu2000 Makes some amazing, EXCEPTIONALLY high quality restoration parts for optimas, javelins, ultimas, scorpions, and many more cars. His Wheels are amazing, the optima parts are available in a variety of colors anodized, and his stuff is great and i couldnt recommend his stuff more. I threw in some pictures here of different parts. He makes stuff all the time, and also "apparently" sells out of certain things, so get them while they are hot!

eBay Link - http://shop.ebay.com/pargu2000/m.html?_nkw=&_armrs=1&_from=&_ipg=

Team Blue Groove Machining

2010-01-30T17:50:00.000-08:00

his is a ebay store, I own his ultima chassis set and am happy with it, the top plate is only a 1.2mm plate, which is a throwaway peice in my opinion, but the shock towers and chassis are great. The Motor Plate is nice machining but it is really necessary? His Carbon Fiber Appears to be some sort of CSC material, basically not a full carbon fiber, but a cheaper variant, with fiberglass layers sandwiched between, BUT it is high quality and probably just as strong. I cant remember the last time i broke a nice 3mm thick peice of fiberglass on a 1/10th scale electric car, have you?

Here are a few pics and a link to his ebay store. Carries Parts for RC10's, Optima/Javelin, Optima Mid, and Ultimas.

Ebay Store: http://shop.ebay.com/teambluegroove_machining/m.html?_nkw=&_armrs=1&_from=&_ipg=&_trksid=p4340

Ultima Front Wheel Hex Conversion

2010-01-30T17:32:00.000-08:00

I wanted to run some HPI 5 star wheels on my resto-mod ultima that i have been running. As we all know, HPI stopped carrying the 'front' 5 star rims with the adapters a long time ago and they are super rare to find on ebay.

So i decided to make the rears work in the front. They easily Adapt to the original ultima. They do need a plastic washer on the inside of the a-arm but fit fine. So first i cut the wheel with a dremel cut off wheel to the first inner rib, then finished it with a exacto knife. Second i used a dremel to cut off about 2-3mm from the inside of the hex, so that sits well on the front axle. It bolts on really well, offset is slightly different, but it gives the car a wider stance, which the original ultima desperately needs.

Write up here - http://www.tamiyaclub.com/showroom_model.asp?cid=81842&id=22245

Parts Needed Here:

UM505 - http://www.shopkyosho.com/products/productdetail/part_number=UM505/410.0.1.1

UMW507 - http://www.shopkyosho.com/products/productdetail/part_number=UMW507/410.0.1.1

BRG001TS - http://www.shopkyosho.com/products/productdetail/part_number=BRG001TS/410.0.1.1

LA228 - http://www.shopkyosho.com/products/productdetail/part_number=LA228/410.0.1.1

Wheel Options:

Standard Front Wheels - http://www.shopkyosho.com/products/productdetail/part_number=W5029W/410.0.1.1

Standard Rear Wheels -

http://www.shopkyosho.com/products/productdetail/part_number=W5202W/410.0.1.1

(Wheels are same style as this, picture wasnt available)

HPI White 5 Star Wheels -

http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXCEA0&P=7

HPI Chrome 5 Star Wheels -

http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXCEA2&P=7

HPI Black 5 Star Wheels -

http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXCEA1&P=7

HPI Grey 5 Star Wheels -

http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXLV90&P=7

Kyosho New Parts for Ultima/Optima

2010-01-30T16:35:00.000-08:00

Kyosho Stills Sells some Parts for Vintage Ultimas, along with new parts that fit.

Dogbone Alternatives, These will fit the Ultima, Optima, Javelins, others? You will need Shims on the inside, and a spacer on the outside, or vice versa, but they fit perfectly and I run these on my ultima, i recommend wheel hubs which i will post below also - http://www.shopkyosho.com/products/productdetail/Universal+Swing+Shaft+%2862.5/RB5/2Pcs%29/part_number=UM510/410.0.1.1.25387.25411.25484.0.0?

Wheel Shims - http://www.shopkyosho.com/products/productdetail/part_number=96643/410.0.1.1

Wheel Hubs (Plastic) - http://www.shopkyosho.com/products/productdetail/part_number=LA218/410.0.1.1

Wheel Hubs - Aluminum - http://www.shopkyosho.com/products/productdetail/part_number=LAW30/410.0.1.1

UM13 Original Ultima Arm Set -

http://www.shopkyosho.com/products/productdetail/SUS.+ARM+SET/part_number=UM13

Ultima Gear Box UM52 -

http://www.shopkyosho.com/products/productdetail/GEAR+BOX+%28UM3%29/part_number=UM52

Ultima Alternatives via Towerhobbies

2010-01-30T16:10:00.000-08:00

So Apparently Tower, who used to be a Kyosho Distributor, probably had some old molds sitting around from the ultima days, instead of kyosho shipping parts, it was probably cheaper to send molds then have distributors make their own parts. The Towerhobbies ST-15 Stadium Trucks shares many parts with the ultima. Here is a list, I have tested all these and know they fit.

Front Bulkhead - http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXWZ18&P=7

Front Aluminum Shock Tower - http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXWZ73&P=7

Rear Aluminum Shock Tower - http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXWZ74&P=7

Front King Pins & Axles - http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXWZ05&P=7

Dogbones - http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXWZ38&P=7

Rear Shafts - http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXWZ98&P=7

Rear Dog Bone Springs - http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXWZ39&P=7

Hex Drive Washers - http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXWZ40&P=7

Rear Hubs, Front Hubs, Front Steering - http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXWZ49&P=7

Front Bumper - http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXWZ19&P=7

Rear Hinge Pin Mounts (1 peice is mount, 1 peice is the bottom of a stock ultima bulkhead (a throwaway peiece) - http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXWZ47&P=7

Front Arms (same dimensions as stock arms) - http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXWZ82&P=7

Rear Arms - http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXWZ83&P=7

Optima/Javelin Front Wheels Hubs

2010-01-30T15:55:00.000-08:00

Cast Hubs that can be used on vintage Optimas and javelins http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXD427&P=7