I build the best Tamiya Sand Scorcher EVER.

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  • čas přidán 29. 08. 2024
  • Many thanks to Ampro Engineering for supplying a lot of the parts for the conversion of this Tamiya Sand Scorcher! It truly might be one of the best builds I've ever done. This is a re-creation of a car that I wish I knew more about, I found it on the internet and have been trying to track the owner down for some time. If you know anything about it, please post below!
    This started as a Tamiya Sand Scorcher, but has become the most scale Sand Scorcher possible courtesy of the cool parts I've added. Be sure to check out all the videos that I've done on this build:
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Komentáře • 254

  • @AMPROEngineering
    @AMPROEngineering Před 3 lety +5

    I’ve watched this over and over and over...thanks for making my work look so amazing!

  • @basementracer7622
    @basementracer7622 Před 28 dny

    For me, when I think Tamiya I think Sand Scorcher and Hornet. Hornet was my first car at 14 and the Sand Scorcher was the one I could never afford. Even now the Sand Scorcher has almost mythical status in my head and now I have one. I am 54 and can afford to get one and do it right. Tamiya has bought me untold hours of education and fun over the years. I have learned model making, painting, prepping, electrics and how to drive them just to name a few. I have been in RC for 40 years and am an exec at a large computer company. It matters not your background or current status. RC is the great unifier. Thanks for this vid. I know it's three years old but your brother Shippy loves it, I can feel it.

    • @scalebuildersguild
      @scalebuildersguild  Před 28 dny +1

      Thanks man! I'm a huge fan of Tamiya as well and have plenty of videos on the channel. Hope you enjoy the mythical Sand Scorcher!

  • @moosejawrc
    @moosejawrc Před 3 lety +14

    Can never go wrong with a Baja Bug! Great build!

  • @Headquake137
    @Headquake137 Před 3 lety +8

    Beauty. Nice work Matt.

    • @scalebuildersguild
      @scalebuildersguild  Před 3 lety

      Thanks Rick!! It would be fun to rip this around the track! Hope to get out and see you soon.

  • @nielsjuhr594
    @nielsjuhr594 Před 3 lety +15

    Dude, love your builds. This one ... just ... perfect. I mean, the build, Ampro, your weathering, ugh, just love this one. Thank you for doing you. Always a treat to see what you're up to.

  • @foproy
    @foproy Před 3 lety +6

    That is impressive. The rust on the exhaust is great.

  • @toddmiddleton1442
    @toddmiddleton1442 Před 3 lety +7

    Matt my boy, you knocked it out of the park. It’s Amazeballs !!! Love it.

  • @ChrisLee-UK
    @ChrisLee-UK Před 2 lety +1

    Love it! The Sand Scorcher was my very first RC Car, back in the mid 80's. I bought it from a friend for £30 iirc lol I need another!

    • @scalebuildersguild
      @scalebuildersguild  Před 2 lety +1

      Very cool! Do you still have it?

    • @ChrisLee-UK
      @ChrisLee-UK Před 2 lety

      @@scalebuildersguild Unfortunately I don't :( but I will have another soon. Will be a rere but still as much fin, I'm sure :D

  • @RCPMK
    @RCPMK Před 2 lety

    Yup. Bruiser, Sand Scorcher, and Rough Rider for sure. My dad’s neighbour let me drive his Rough Rider when I was about 9. It blew my mind. Real suspension. Metal parts. So fast. I could barely believe such awesomeness could exist. The best I’d ever seen was something from radio shack
    Awesome build! My LHS has one new in box. Very tempted

  • @713Ace529
    @713Ace529 Před 3 lety +3

    Hey Matt the Rear angle looks like I’m watching a movie. Cool. You did an awesomeness job. I think you got Herbie jealous though!. 😂 🇨🇱👍

  • @saturnfivehynrgrc581
    @saturnfivehynrgrc581 Před 3 lety +1

    79 all over again. Well done Matt!!!
    I'm looking forward to the documentary.

  • @robbiebobster9672
    @robbiebobster9672 Před 3 lety +1

    Good news Matt, finally found a new Sand Scorcher kit in stock. I couldn't press buy now quick enough.

  • @oldsonrc8744
    @oldsonrc8744 Před 3 lety +4

    Love watching the suspension work. Beautiful work master Matt . Your camera work was none too shabby either.

    • @scalebuildersguild
      @scalebuildersguild  Před 3 lety +1

      Thanks my friend. It was actually more challenging than usual to film the running video. It was crazy hot and no matter how much thread lock you apply, these little guys like to throw the axles.

  • @jerryvolpini7987
    @jerryvolpini7987 Před 3 lety +2

    Great build! My first hobby grade RC was the Rough Rider so, this build brought back a lot of good memories! RC equivalent of a Restomod. It turned out better than I could have imagined! 👍

  • @DoubleClutchProductions

    All show no go lol, next we need to get Ampro a book on suspension geometry and make a V2 that actually works off road. I got to give it Ampro we need to get him a Job at Tamiya his skills and attention to detail is amazing. #AmproEngineering 👍

  • @pellelindholm4496
    @pellelindholm4496 Před 3 lety +1

    And Matt does it again... Not only do you serve a class AAA build but the style you film it in and how you edit it after is simply stunning. I've followed the build and the finale you just shown is bang on the money. You should be proud... Not many in this part of the hobby of Scale RC can even come close to what you produce. Either they are top notch builders (quite a few of those) but utterly useless on filming/photo/editing or the other way around. The complete package like you display is very rare.. Very rare. A fantastic job. Can't wait for your next one. 😁👍😎

  • @maxm1417
    @maxm1417 Před 3 lety +1

    Matt! That soil study (because you did it) on each of those running location made this one not only scale but perfect. Not to sandy not to firm just the correct surface for this build. My favorite one by far!

  • @anibalbabilonia1867
    @anibalbabilonia1867 Před 3 lety

    Man thats probably the best tamiya sand scorcher customization I'd ever seen period!👌🤯👉❤freaking gorgeous!

  • @heavyCRC
    @heavyCRC Před rokem

    One of my favourite builds of all time. Just something about a sand scorcher. I’ve watched this video multiple time to convince myself to get one

  • @seancullen8235
    @seancullen8235 Před 3 lety +1

    Great build and video, perfect selection of music 👍

  • @RCFunEveryday
    @RCFunEveryday Před 3 lety +1

    That is so freaking cool, I love it, not even just because of the tribute but as a build in itself, I've often longed for a Sand Scorcher, but can't justify the price over here in the UK... Awesome work, digging the music vibes too, hopefully someone can find the 1:1!

  • @claytonmoncrief3762
    @claytonmoncrief3762 Před 3 lety

    Awesome!! This is the top rc channel on CZcams Hands down.

  • @davidcrabtree4970
    @davidcrabtree4970 Před 3 lety

    I've been a little board with the hobby for a few months. Seeing this tho put a big smile on my face. Maybe I just need to explore something new to me other than crawlers.

  • @joss67uk
    @joss67uk Před 3 lety

    This is such a sweet build, modernised but still has its soul, I like it a lot. The old school 70/80s Tamiya stuff always puts a smile on my face, Super Champ, Rough Rider, Sand Scorcher and top of my list the 4X4 Pick up.

  • @garagemakerguy1808
    @garagemakerguy1808 Před 3 lety

    The Tamiya Rough Rider was the first 'real' RC that I purchased and put together. What a great kit and an even better tribute build! Thanks to SBG for the great content :)
    Cheers,
    Jeff (Garage Maker Guy

  • @jerel6201
    @jerel6201 Před 3 lety +1

    I can hear the VW chirp as it cruses along! Great build.

  • @csj9619
    @csj9619 Před 2 lety

    That puppy is the cat's pajamas! I'm a big fan of VeeDubs and also like Tamiya kits, so think it's cool somebody created an upgrade for the Sand Scorcher.
    Really dig the front beam, Bobcat exhaust and OG VW dashboard.

  • @nuge74
    @nuge74 Před 3 lety

    First SRB I ever got to drive was back around 1987, five minutes of Tamiya hump back battery fun😁. They’re such an awesome experience to build and drive, amazing job on this!

  • @ed0c
    @ed0c Před 2 lety

    Probably my favorite car you have ever made. I always stare at it in background of videos. Simply amazing

  • @zachcooper382
    @zachcooper382 Před 3 lety

    Love the Oregon plates

  • @drybonesrattlingrc6871
    @drybonesrattlingrc6871 Před 3 lety +1

    Really nice 👌
    Another amazing build by SBG

  • @bradcowart5044
    @bradcowart5044 Před 3 lety +1

    I have say, that things looks amazing! You work and attention to detail is spot on! Weathering is just plain awesome! Great job Matt! 🤩

  • @atdakore
    @atdakore Před 3 lety

    honestly. That's just beautiful!

  • @DavesModelWorkshop
    @DavesModelWorkshop Před 3 lety

    That roll cage and interior is next level sir.

  • @xavierlezin6042
    @xavierlezin6042 Před 3 lety

    The running video is just magic !!! thank you Matt

  • @jtmchannel7640
    @jtmchannel7640 Před 3 lety

    There is something satisfying and cool about watching you build these trucks (livestreams) in real time, and then watching them rip. Idk why but it’s nice. Looks amazing.

  • @paulmcnamara16
    @paulmcnamara16 Před 2 lety

    Totally awesome run video! And love the Scorcher dude!

  • @Basshertz13
    @Basshertz13 Před 3 lety +1

    Every time I see this build I like it more and more it’s just insane how much detail you have been able to put into this build it is truly amazing , great job Matt!!!

  • @dominiqueleblanc2193
    @dominiqueleblanc2193 Před 3 lety

    It's amazing. The cherry on top is seeing it run!

  • @aussiegrimrc
    @aussiegrimrc Před 3 lety

    awesome build and a Great run video the VHS glitch was a nice touch.

  • @adamb7426
    @adamb7426 Před 3 lety +1

    I think you nailed it on this build!! Excellent work 👍

  • @DrGorillafist
    @DrGorillafist Před 3 lety

    I feel like it's the best example of yours of a true scale build. It's great to see how (deservedly) happy you are with it! Watching the running video, I swear I could hear the engine and the squeaks and groans of the chassis....awesome work! Also, everyone should most definitely check out the weathering video...learned a lot from it..

  • @PSYCHO13GARAGE
    @PSYCHO13GARAGE Před 3 lety

    Amazing video. I think this is now my favorite video of yours. Thank you

  • @westfalia1977
    @westfalia1977 Před 9 měsíci

    Love your vids and builds. Finally got my hands on the re release and currently building it. Going with the box art scheme.

  • @allmightygreatone1048
    @allmightygreatone1048 Před 3 lety

    You are the best builder on you tube

  • @TheCassidyClub
    @TheCassidyClub Před rokem +1

    Sickest RC kit ever!

  • @willi19671
    @willi19671 Před 3 lety

    That fellow looks pretty nice ! Better saying : SUPER Sand Scorcher !!!! Cheers from Germany

  • @erichiles9568
    @erichiles9568 Před 3 lety

    that video brought tears to my eyes looks very real i have a 1972 sunbug im restoreing awsome build

  • @vinceruland9236
    @vinceruland9236 Před 3 lety

    Wow dude, that thing looks really cool. Very nice work!!

  • @homeworkpictureshq
    @homeworkpictureshq Před 3 lety

    Beautiful paint job

  • @ChuckChrome
    @ChuckChrome Před 3 lety

    I only race so my cars barely resemble anything full size. That being said this build is about one of the coolest RC related things I've ever seen. So cool and fun. Nice work.

  • @dirtrocksandtrees
    @dirtrocksandtrees Před 3 lety

    Awesome. And fantastic edit here too.. such a pro

  • @mikesrcgarage
    @mikesrcgarage Před 3 lety

    One of my personal favorite RC's that I truly wish I still owned... Very nice build! 👍

  • @HobbyPerfeXion
    @HobbyPerfeXion Před 3 lety

    Great running video but that music though - woof lol. Old school Tamiya goodness!

  • @rodf73
    @rodf73 Před 3 lety

    Looking good running!

  • @bbkrchawaii
    @bbkrchawaii Před 3 lety

    Really liked that video, and the song too👍🏼

  • @brandonreid4511
    @brandonreid4511 Před 3 lety

    Man this is one seriously BEAUTIFUL Baja Bug!! It's easily Top 3 Baja Bugs I've ever seen 👌 I wish I was deep enough into building already to do something to this level 👍 I just got into RC last summer and get outta hand buying haha I've 'stopped" for now at 11 RCs in Nitro, Gas and Electric so just been getting into the building side of everything it's just been hard getting into it as I have no local friends or hobby shops to help me 👎 Only a few more RCs coming and then ALOT of spare parts, upgrades and tuning 👍 Can't wait to find my local place to meet fellow RCers as I broke my neck in a car accident 1 month ago so I'm off work doing nothing but RC! Great video as always brother 👍👍👍 sorry for the paragraph!

  • @MidCoast
    @MidCoast Před 3 lety

    We can tell how special this was! 🔥🔥🔥

  • @srbnut2226
    @srbnut2226 Před 3 lety

    My all time favourite car, love what you did with it.

  • @williamlacroix4841
    @williamlacroix4841 Před 3 lety

    Great looking bug !!

  • @tlheingrunst
    @tlheingrunst Před 3 lety

    Another homerun Matt can't say much more than you already have but you nailed it !

  • @rickbachman993
    @rickbachman993 Před 3 lety +2

    That’s the Best Scorcher build I’ve ever seen!! Beautiful! Hopefully you can connect with shippys Brother. That would be the icing on the cake. 😎👍🏻✌🏻

  • @forrestcrabbe
    @forrestcrabbe Před 3 lety

    This build came out awesomely. Y'all have a badass day 🤘

  • @Jimmy2Horses
    @Jimmy2Horses Před 3 lety

    Fantastic build and outstanding run footage, sir. I've got two Sand Scorchers. One vintage and one re-re. They're fun in their own way.

  • @Onebad96zj
    @Onebad96zj Před 3 lety

    Awesome work as always! 🤙🏻

  • @teamsargentrc6399
    @teamsargentrc6399 Před 3 lety

    10 out 10
    Wow Beautiful build Matt & Team amazing 80's run video at the end,,, wow awesome.

  • @spoiler42ify
    @spoiler42ify Před 3 lety

    Awesome running vid Matt, liked! And maybe my favorite of all your builds...definitely top 3! I still have my original SS which I built in 82 and picked up 2 more along the way. Nothing says more tamiya than the SS, I really enjoyed this series of videos.

  • @davidgoodbadandugly
    @davidgoodbadandugly Před 3 lety

    Great build , great video 👍🏻

  • @wesmadebuilds681
    @wesmadebuilds681 Před 3 lety

    Excellent build!

  • @ryancheco9277
    @ryancheco9277 Před 3 lety

    Great build and great video

  • @Smile-N-Bear
    @Smile-N-Bear Před 3 lety

    Cool vid Brother. Nice camera work! Dig'n your tune choice! It fits! Right On 👊

  • @mbarton98
    @mbarton98 Před 3 lety

    Enjoyed watching the vintage run, now I need to rewatch the build videos. Thinking of getting that Prusa i3 soon, just trying to figure out where to put it. Thinking of putting it in the garage in case I need to make an enclosure and vent it outdoors for certain filaments.

  • @RichardHartmann23
    @RichardHartmann23 Před 3 lety

    Beautiful. This has got to be my favourite build of yours. Keep it up

  • @joesmith4222
    @joesmith4222 Před 3 lety

    If you didn't know, you'd think it's the real deal. Good job Matt.⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

  • @SlooDon
    @SlooDon Před 3 lety

    Matt. Loved the running video. Neat little build.
    Looking forward to the Tamiya history lesson!

  • @miniboom007
    @miniboom007 Před 3 lety

    Looks great!

  • @codyoscardavid6268
    @codyoscardavid6268 Před 3 lety

    Looks so good!!!

  • @stonedog03
    @stonedog03 Před 3 lety

    That looks FANTASTIC sir! I really like what you did there.

  • @alexhardwick2855
    @alexhardwick2855 Před 3 lety

    Wow that is an awesome looking sand scorcher and a good tribute to the original. Excellent skills making that look quite realistic and especially down scaling it from old pics 👍

  • @brettfoster6786
    @brettfoster6786 Před 3 lety

    Excellent Baja. I have a 62 Baja with a 200 horse power motor. Yes it’s fast 💨 and for sale. I’m getting to old

  • @roblowrie1969
    @roblowrie1969 Před 3 lety

    Damn, that's even cooler than Herbie!!!! Absolutely amazing looking car. 🤘🏻

  • @JustforFun-xh6ld
    @JustforFun-xh6ld Před 3 lety

    Thats one fantastic take on a timeless legend, love it, great running shot at the end too 👍🏻

  • @jasoncouy2075
    @jasoncouy2075 Před 3 lety

    Great looking car, diffinitly a collector piece 👌

  • @GhostRider-ii7tz
    @GhostRider-ii7tz Před 3 lety

    It came out awesome Matt.you are very talented.👍

  • @Pyroja
    @Pyroja Před 2 lety

    Definitely need to know where to go to get the behind-the-scenes on your running vid filming process, because hot damn that was a great segment!

  • @mattrogers8280
    @mattrogers8280 Před 3 lety

    Awesome build. Been fun watching the live builds.

  • @TheBlackthornPlan
    @TheBlackthornPlan Před 3 lety

    Oh Yeah! Looks like blast to drive and the build is superb (as is usual for your work)!

  • @nukedathlonman
    @nukedathlonman Před 3 lety

    Wow...That's totally amazing!!! "I'm dialed in Dude"

  • @SwampersRC
    @SwampersRC Před 3 lety

    Great looking build! Loved the running portion of the video, awesome audio selection too!

  • @Richie_r5501
    @Richie_r5501 Před rokem

    Such a beautiful build 🤠

  • @rcdreaming5460
    @rcdreaming5460 Před 3 lety

    Great build. Really went all out on details.

  • @LowGainElectronics
    @LowGainElectronics Před 3 lety

    Beautiful build! Can’t wait to build one!

  • @michaelmanahan4723
    @michaelmanahan4723 Před 3 lety

    Great remake! Shippy would be proud!

  • @BlueDually4x4
    @BlueDually4x4 Před 3 lety

    Definitely another amazing running video. Such a cool build as well.

  • @leemulvay2171
    @leemulvay2171 Před 2 lety

    Love it! If you did decide to do a driver,maybe a helmet with Angel wings?Love your videos!Stay healthy

  • @sethlaird4435
    @sethlaird4435 Před 3 lety

    Thanks for another, I'm inspired!

  • @THROTTLEPOWER
    @THROTTLEPOWER Před 3 lety

    Very cool!!!!!!!!!!

  • @michaelthomas3262
    @michaelthomas3262 Před 3 lety

    awesome looking rig - congrats to that build - well done job

  • @peterrobinson7187
    @peterrobinson7187 Před 3 lety

    Lovely build, great running vid, great sentiment. A classic baja bug if ever I saw one. Ref. your steering issue, maybe try a little toe-in on your front wheels and tweak the rear torsion bars to take a little of the wallow out of the back end?

  • @Pluckee13
    @Pluckee13 Před 3 lety

    Another awesome build. Without a driver it feels like Shippy is the one driving the car.