I'm chargin up my new Puchi Maru right now...

Namuna · Post by **Namuna** » Fri Mar 28, 2003 2:20 pm

Right now I'll give my initial impression...When I get a chance to put my tools to it, I'll have more detailed info.

I ordered it from Ehobbies/RCModels for $58 (with the shipping)...It was packed well and received without incident, good for RCModels.

The TX
Nice, solid. Uses 8xAA batts (just like the Perfex from Mini-Z). The Crystal is big as a friggin BRICK, don't know the deal about that.

It's got;
- Steering trim
- Throttle trim
- 3 way power switch; On, Off and Charge
- Power on LED indicator
- Charge Button (Press it to start charging)
- Peak charge detector built in (if you press the charge button quick, it quick charges, press it longer and it'll long/full charge)

Instructions
2 pages; Page 1 is the Japanese version, and Page 2 is the English version. Not exactly comprehensive, but it'll give you enough to run the car

The Car
I bought the Red Vitz, but I'd wager that it don't look much differnt from the Hondas...Which is to say, Bulky and so very GAY lookin.

I suppose there's SOMEBODY out there that likes the way these things look...But I'm thinking since the prices are droppin there ain't many, I know I ain't crazy about it. The car DEFINITELY screams for some mods in the 'looks' department.

But as far as the performance? Smooth. Being fully Propo, this thing drives real nice. It ain't gonna win any speed races though, but I suspect they didn't set it up for speed since it's rather bulky and would probably barrel roll like a mother at even the slightest turns.

The Bottom Line
$50(plus shipping) for a TINY, FULLY PROPO set, is a good deal. Pretty it up (like with some better rims) and throw an additional cell in there (for speed) and this little guy could be your new favorite car to drive!

Pics and more detailed tech info to come.

noxorc · Post by **noxorc** » Fri Mar 28, 2003 2:23 pm

sweet. sounds nice... envious <-sp?

-nox

hogjowlz · Post by **hogjowlz** » Fri Mar 28, 2003 2:50 pm

id feel silly drivin a minivan called a puchi maru. bad marketing on their end. technology inside seems prety tite tho.

Post by **CaboWabo** » Fri Mar 28, 2003 5:27 pm

hogjowlz wrote:id feel silly drivin a minivan called a puchi maru. bad marketing on their end. technology inside seems prety tite tho.

I'm with ya dude, don't sound all "tough", sounds... "cute" lol

sessiz · Post by **sessiz** » Fri Mar 28, 2003 6:10 pm

"Hey guy's do you mind if I run my puchi maru on the track?"

I want one though

Post by **CaboWabo** » Fri Mar 28, 2003 6:11 pm

sometimes the bigger man is the one who can admit...
well you can mangle that however you want to fit your situation lol

Namuna · Post by **Namuna** » Fri Mar 28, 2003 6:48 pm

Haha, you think 'puchi' maru is bad?...In Japan or HK it's called the PETIT Maru!

And you're only permitted to say that while your wrist is limped over and the pinky is sticking up.

kwikbb · Post by **kwikbb** » Fri Mar 28, 2003 7:49 pm

bahaha PETIT is really bad... but it's so darn cute!

Namuna · Post by **Namuna** » Sat Mar 29, 2003 12:33 am

Alright all you crack babies, here's some pics...

http://tinyrc.com/gallery/MicroComparisons
http://tinyrc.com/gallery/puchi

I don't know what the hell the deal is, but I've had to bust apart the goddamn steering components TWICE already because the thing locked-up.

What's worse is I've taken that thing COMPLETELY apart and still can't pinpoint the problem area...I did enjoy bustin that shit apart though, gettin yur hands dirty is the ONLY way to learn baby.

Did a little more running around with it, the comparison of the Puchi with a Bit that has a 2.2 motor in it is about right...It sure as hell ain't fast (stock anyway). Definitely nice for running on the table and small tracks though...Real nice steerin/throttle control.

hogjowlz · Post by **hogjowlz** » Sat Mar 29, 2003 3:43 am

steering mech is cool

kwikbb · Post by **kwikbb** » Sat Mar 29, 2003 6:56 am

i agree the steering is cool... reminds of crackin' open the epoch, just on a much smaller scale. awesome pics man!

i presume you already have a 320 mah pack in the works?!

it looks like there's enough room in the body for another 2 cell pack! how do the chances of the PCB handeling a 4 cell look?

Post by **CaboWabo** » Sat Mar 29, 2003 10:46 am

wonder if the gears on the steering mechanism are getting tweeked, causing it lock up?

looks cool, but sounds troublesome.

Cool pics man, dat things long!

Namuna · Post by **Namuna** » Sat Mar 29, 2003 11:27 pm

The puchi gallery has been updated with more pics.

Peek it:
http://tinyrc.com/gallery/puchi

payaso · Post by **payaso** » Sat Mar 29, 2003 11:36 pm

Can we get some wheel dimensions compared to a bit. Do you own a pullback Namuna?

silla

Post by **CaboWabo** » Sat Mar 29, 2003 11:43 pm

payaso wrote:Do you own a pullback Namuna?

"you'd be a lot cooler if you did!"

I couldn't help it, the double quote opportunity presented itself