Newbie from Gloucestershire

[troddenmasses]

Hello.

I first saw a Toylander at the Billing Land Rover show many years ago and thought that they were fantastic.  Our first child was born quite recently and I have decided that this is the next build for me - i'm just gathering info at the moment.  The first stupid question - what is the difference between the Toylander 1 and Toylander 2?  Is it just the styling to look like a series 1 and series 2, or is there more than that?  Do most people go for the standard build, or go for a mobility scooter based build?

Many thanks,

Trodden.

[Anthony]

According to the Toylander website:

Both are identical in weight, size and performance, the difference is cosmetic.

There is a pdf of the differences here: http://www.toylander.com/pdf/Compare_Toylanders.pdf

Anthony

[troddenmasses]

Thanks for that - I somehow missed it on the website.  Well, i've gone and ordered myself a set of plans for the Toylander 1.  What on earth am I letting myself in for?  My son is only a week old today - maybe it will be up and running by the time he has a license 

[Robert]

What on earth am I letting myself in for?  My son is only a week old today - maybe it will be up and running by the time he has a license 

In my opinion: you can't start soon enough, so you can put the project on hold when necessary.
It took me 2,5 years to build the toylander, but the minor changes I made, may have caused some delay.

[troddenmasses]

Thanks for that.  Any ideas how long the plans usually take at this time of year?  I just want to get reading now.

[Richard]

They go out First Class but that no longer means next day these days I'm afraid.
BW's
Richard

[multisync]

Hi There

Ref your earlier question about using a buggy or standard parts. The standard motor set up is quite straightforward, as is the whole of the build.
I have used a buggy motor but it's not the simple conversion that it may appear. The buggy motor has to be chain drive to link to the wheels, just like the standard setup, and it's critical to get the gearing right as the buggy normally uses much smaller wheels. The axle unit has to be the correct size to fit, so you may need access to machining facilities. If you want to have a look at a buggy conversion you're welcome to come and see ours at Cwmbran.
Best of luck with the build, it's not difficult!
Walter

[toys4me]

Hi. My name is Keith and I am another new member from Gloucestershire. Built my Toylander 1 in 2006, later upgraded to two motors, full electronic accelerator, fitted capstain and other details. Used at vintage rallies by my wife and I - no children involved!! Enjoyed building it and enjoy playing with it. Just started Mayfair - this time grandaughter involved, if she's quick. Good luck and don't be afraid to ask for help, although the plans are very good, you shouldn't need it.