Toyota AE86 Trueno T3 body shell

TheSD-AE86T3B fromYokomo is a body shellToyota AE86 Trueno designed for1/10 RC drift chassis.

ThisTrueno version features the iconic front end withpop-up headlights, highly representative of the AE86 in Japanese drift culture. TheT3 variant brings a more aggressive style than the T2 version, with a strongerstreet drift / old-school competition.

orientation. Thanks to its compact proportions, timeless look, and strong customization potential, this body shell is an excellent base for arealistic JDM project, inspired by AE86s prepared for drift, track use, or street-style runs.

• Width : 191mm

• Brand :Yokomo
• Reference :SD-AE86T3B
• Model :Toyota AE86 Trueno T3
• Scale :1/10
• Material :clear polycarbonate
• Front endTrueno with pop-up headlights
• Styleold-school JDM / drift-prepped
• Compatible with chassis1/10 RC drift
• Ideal base for an aggressive and realistic AE86 project

• Clear polycarbonate body
• Sticker sheet
• Paint masks

• Paint, cutting, and mounting accessories

👉 The main difference between the AE86 Yokomo versions :

• Toyota AE86 Levin (fixed headlights)
•Toyota AE86 Trueno (pop-up headlights)

Making a body for a radio-controlled (RC) car can be an exciting project. It lets you customize your vehicle to your taste. You will need some supplies and a bit of patience. Here is a step-by-step guide on how to make an RC body :

Materials needed :

1. Polycarbonate/lexan RC body
2. Special polycarbonate spray paint TAMIYA or Createx airbrush paint available on the driftparadiz.fr website
3. Masking tape
4. Modeling scissors
5. Cloth and dish soap or body cleaner TAMIYA

Steps :

1. Preparation : Start by cleaning the polycarbonate body with a soft cloth and dish soap or Body cleaner TAMIYA to remove any oil or dirt. Let it dry or use a hair dryer, never use a cloth as it may leave residue inside the body.
2. Masking : Use masking tape to cover the areas you do not want to paint right away. You will need to paint in layers, starting with the smallest and lightest details.
3. Painting : Remember that you are painting on the inside of the body, so the design must be done in reverse.Once you have finished masking, you can start painting. Make sure to shake the paint can properly before using it. Spray the paint in thin, even coats. Do not try to cover everything in one coat. It is better to apply several thin coats rather than one thick coat. After painting an area, remove the masking tape while the paint is still wet to avoid tearing the paint.
4. Drying and finishing : Let each coat of paint dry completely before applying the next coat. Once you have finished painting and the paint is completely dry, you can remove all the remaining masking. Then, you can cut out and mount the body on your RC car.

Remember that making an RC body requires patience and practice. Do not hesitate to experiment with different painting and design techniques to get the look you want.