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by EmperorTomaso
Sat Nov 11, 2023 7:59 am
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Tyco and Nikko collection

Hello, I have a collection of Tycos and Nikkos. I have accounts on most major RC sites but no one seems to care about Tycos and Nikkos. I collect only Tyco and Nikko cars because they were fast and interesting grade of RC model which I had when a kid. I have a few interesting Tyco restore threads in...
by EmperorTomaso
Wed Nov 15, 2023 7:07 am
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Taiyo Jet Racer ( Tyco Super Turbo Hopper )

This is a Japanese version from 1986, it's a 9.6V and works well, shame about the missing lamp on one side. Also a missing mud guard on one side but I think the car looks better without the mud guards so I'll remove the one one the opposite side. I really don't like the overdone decals on this model...
by EmperorTomaso
Sat Nov 18, 2023 5:47 am
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Re: Taiyo Jet Racer ( Tyco Super Turbo Hopper )

I'm hoping to make a start on stripping this today.
by EmperorTomaso
Thu Nov 23, 2023 5:40 am
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Re: Taiyo Jet Racer ( Tyco Super Turbo Hopper )

Few random ones, the front differential has perfect gears, no stripping or any signs of wear. It has some sort of white grease in it. The grease does seem abit caked though so I will need to remove the old stuff and apply new stuff. The main gearbox at the back doesnt open easily. The wheels are pre...
by EmperorTomaso
Sun Dec 24, 2023 8:13 am
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My own personal Tyco and Nikko collection

This is going to be a long thread because I have alot of these and they are the ones you wanted or remember as kids. I'll upload them throughout the day. I'll start with my Japan made Turbo Blaster. This car is fast and well built for what it is. It's a 1989 first version of the Blaster with the 8 A...
by EmperorTomaso
Sun Dec 24, 2023 9:01 am
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Re: Tyco and Nikko collection

That's a lovely wall ! Very nice !