DIY Mini-Z Sports Light Kit

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DIY Mini-Z Sports Light Kit

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Cheap DIY Light Kit for Mini-Z Sports and Mini-Q.
All the materials combined cost less than 8 USD and they are enough for 10 cars.
CC subtitles available for English, Thai.
Parts:
JST-ZH 1.5mm 4 pin: bit.ly/2JBFy8J
3mm LEDs: bit.ly/2WercMQ
Heat Shrink Tubes: bit.ly/2URdbEP
Soldering Iron (if you don't have one already): bit.ly/2JAVmZh
The other car in this video is Mini-Q Q7 RTR.
You can help supporting this channel by purchasing from Banggood with these afffiliate links.
The price will be the same, all discounts and promotions are applied as normal.
Mini-Q Q7 is available in Banggood with 3 different versions.
Mini-Q Q7 RTR (what I have): goo.gl/7XgTrD
Mini-Q Q7 ARR: goo.gl/AFwj9N
Mini-Q Q7 ARR Brushless Version: goo.gl/Ch5WQh
#MiniZ #DIY #Light

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@PhilipCockram 5 жыл бұрын

I like your channel . I have a big mini Z collection but have not been into them , or much RC that much this year. You're channel inspires me to play with them more

@stevewatts3502 5 жыл бұрын

I bought a few of those "connect to a 9 volt" kits. (mmm, maybe 10 bucks?) They come with integral resistors...just tested it on that tiny 2 pin socket on my knarly Mini-Q. It seems to work, I'm just waiting 'till I have a gash connector. I have also left all the 'channel 3' pins in on my other cars receivers for when I work out if they are viable too. Dude, I have to thank you, you've taught me so much. I have a New Bright Veyron I've spanked up and it's now better than my K989! and that's all you bud.

@BlueDrift 3 жыл бұрын

Very nice tutorial! i've suggested it too a bunch of ppl whenever they ask me about a LED kit on a mini-z if you don't mind. this is one the best mini-z DIY videos out there if you ask me.

@JakeDogg-RIP 2 жыл бұрын

Good video mr Beaver friend 🐶🥰

@alboneMS3 2 жыл бұрын

Thx for the video and love the exhaust fan for soldering. I'm definitely using that idea!

@ScorchinScooter 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for making this video! I will make my own led light kit for the new Kyosho Mini-Z Jimny I am getting. Yeah why pay the high price for a Kyosho kit when the parts are cheap or some of us have spare JST-ZH connectors laying around from other RC's. I have to look through all my stuff.

@BeaversHobby 4 жыл бұрын

My pleasure. It works with FHSS too. I'm using the same kit with my FWD.

@Ilikedahrice 4 жыл бұрын

Do you think its possible to use a Zener Diode(allows certain voltages to bypass) on the motor and have the throttle trimed slightly upward keep the lights on without making the Mini-z squeal? or would it be a better idea to use capacitors for the front and rear lights to keep then on aftera while?

@BeaversHobby 4 жыл бұрын

Wire the lights directly to the battery. That's the best solution to keep them always on.

@MattRacer27 4 жыл бұрын

How do you get the lights unplugged from the motherboard easily? I have two different bodies, one with LED-s and one without, and i struggle a lot to unplug the connector, i have only managed to do it once and the plastic is already worn down

@BeaversHobby 4 жыл бұрын

Unfortunately this kind of plug won't come off easily. So you'll have to wrestle your way every time you want to pull it off. Normally I use my nail to nudge the side up bit by bit alternating between both sides. Or just pull the plug off with the wires, the crimps seem to take it. Anyway, this is DIY kit so I can build more if it breaks.

@Weaselpro 3 жыл бұрын

@@BeaversHobby Also was keen about that. Eventually came to the point that you just dont need to insert it all way down. Press it a little and thats enough. And it comes out as easy as it is.

@VictorNomura 2 жыл бұрын

Are resistors needed for this LED setup? The older ASF chasis has them. I don't want to blow up the circuit board on my MR-03 sport chasis s I thought to ask before I build this. Thanks in advance for your reply. So ASF body = resistors and newer MR-03 sports = no resistors?

@BeaversHobby 2 жыл бұрын

Don't worry, the FHSS/Sports version only output 3V so it won't blow the LED.

@mridz7392 4 жыл бұрын

I just ordered all the parts with jst connector, but i just realised my k989 esc is not the same as mini-q. Because one look at your video i thought its the same. Any suggestion i can light up my k989?

@BeaversHobby 4 жыл бұрын

Light port on K989 has very strange plug that I haven't been able to figure out what and where to find them. It's better to use 270 Ohm resistor and wire the LEDs in to a red JST plug if you use standard ESC (2-in-1) or JST-XH 2.5mm if you use other ESC and red plug is occupied.

@krissfly 2 жыл бұрын

I ordered the EVO 4100 brushless. What can you tell me about cables to connect it to the computer and what software is used? Or do you have a video on this?

@BeaversHobby 2 жыл бұрын

Sorry, I don't have the video on the subject since I don't have the EVO. However there're some on Mini-Z channel. The adapter is called I.C.S. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/bNOIl7Fpqa2nmmg.html kzfaq.info/get/bejne/r9OldbCEyZfeeKM.html

@MarcosBallesterMatito 5 жыл бұрын

I like so much your channel. This is very good quality videos and very well explained. I have some questions / suggestions: 1. Could you turn this so it can be switched on and off from the transmitter instead of just be always on or off? 2. Can you make a video to include this LED kit on a K989 car, please? Thanks in advance!!! :)

@BeaversHobby 5 жыл бұрын

1. No, the function is controlled from the board so we can't do much about it. 2. Yes, but it's quite simple, You just need a different plug that connect directly to the battery because (newer) ESC doesn't support light. And use 270ohm resistor. It won't have this kind of blinking function either.

@narrowempress1625 4 жыл бұрын

Hello, is it usual for the lights to turn off after a while on MR-03 Sports RWD with KT19 transmitter? Thanks

@BeaversHobby 4 жыл бұрын

Yes, that is normal.

@aeabarquez 4 жыл бұрын

Do you know how to make one for the MA-030Evo?

@BeaversHobby 4 жыл бұрын

Look at the wiring from this. rc.kyosho.com/en/mzw439r.html You'll need some 150 ohm resistors too.

@aeabarquez 4 жыл бұрын

@@BeaversHobby Thank you for responding. I will try to imitate the schematic from the picture and add the resistors.

@INFINITIVco 4 жыл бұрын

Will this work on a MA-020 AWD? Will the brake lights work and will the headlight remain solid? Thanks

@BeaversHobby 4 жыл бұрын

Yes, it works with new Mini-Z FHSS too, all of them from RWD, FWD, AWD and 4x4.

@INFINITIVco 4 жыл бұрын

Beaver's Hobby thank you!! This is going to be fun to do as I’m having trouble finding any RTR light kits being in stock at the moment. Sweet!

@BeaversHobby 4 жыл бұрын

@@INFINITIVco My pleasure. Good luck with the project.

@aidanmcdonald1487 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Beaver, so if I was going to make a led kit for a hgd1 would I just need to change the pluck to fit the receiver?

@BeaversHobby 3 жыл бұрын

You can make it to plug directly into the battery. Here's the video for universal light kit. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/lc1kqNqG2dXGgJ8.html

@willwinardi9627 4 жыл бұрын

Will this work on the new fhss board?

@BeaversHobby 4 жыл бұрын

Yes, it works. I'm using it right now with my Mini-Z FWD (converted to MA-030 AWD). All the wiring is the same, all the function is the same.

@willwinardi9627 4 жыл бұрын

@@BeaversHobby so, just plug the jst connector to the gyro port then?

@BeaversHobby 4 жыл бұрын

@@willwinardi9627 It's a different port. You can still use gyro when you use the light kit. Check the manual where to plug the light in.

@willwinardi9627 4 жыл бұрын

@@BeaversHobby okay, thanks man

@BeaversHobby 4 жыл бұрын

@@willwinardi9627 My pleasure.

@RavishankarRaghavan 3 жыл бұрын

Do you know the type of connector that is used on the gyro? JST ZH 1.5mm does not connect to it. JST 1mm also does not connect to it. Any help is greatly appreciated!

@BeaversHobby 3 жыл бұрын

It's JST 1.25mm.

@vaamorais 3 жыл бұрын

Hi, Great DIY ideas on your channel. Do you have any video on how to do this on a GLA or GLD? Thank you

@BeaversHobby 3 жыл бұрын

Yes, you can use the this tutorial kzfaq.info/get/bejne/lc1kqNqG2dXGgJ8.html to make your own light kit for any car. It won't have throttle activation or brake like dim though, that's from light controller.

@Handlefosho 4 жыл бұрын

By any chance can you teach us how to make the backfire light kit also? Thank you for all the videos. Learning a lot. Very very helpful 👍🏽

@BeaversHobby 4 жыл бұрын

There are many ways to do backfire. A simple way is wiring a LED to motor power. More complex way is to tap into receiver and use separated board to read and process the signal. Mini-Z can't do this due to proprietary electronics. Another even complex way but work with Mini-Z is making a light controller with accelerometer. It will be a separated board altogether. I suggest the simple way, you only need a LED and a resistor then wire them up to the motor. It'll lit up when the car is going forward.

@Handlefosho 4 жыл бұрын

Beaver's Hobby Thank you very much I really appreciate your detailed response. I didn’t know you responded until now. Could you recommend me which resistor to buy? And what I would need to buy to wire up the led to motor. You are super awesome man thank you again

@BeaversHobby 4 жыл бұрын

@@Handlefosho If you do 1 pipe then you'll need one red LED, one 220 ohm resistor and two small wires. Use multimeter to check the polarity from the motor which one is positive and which one is negative when going forward. Then wire the LED directly to it. I also have a video for general light kit here you can adapt for your project. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/lc1kqNqG2dXGgJ8.html

@Handlefosho 4 жыл бұрын

Beaver's Hobby Thank you for all the help! I was studying google images of the original Kyosho action light kit. Looked like it had something going to motor outlet. So I was thinking I had to figure out a way to wire things up to motor since it responded to throttle. With the simple way, would it stay on the whole time while it’s moving? Like rocket 🚀? Lol

@Handlefosho 4 жыл бұрын

Beaver's Hobby You are one of the best on KZfaq w these mini scale RCs btw. Thank you for all the uploads hope to see much more DIY vids I can use w mini z Maybe... FPV w VR 🥽?

@Weaselpro 3 жыл бұрын

Another point-hardeness of plug to go out. I was worry about, afraid that eventually it will kill the board. Eventually I came to simple point. You dont need to put it all way down. Just a little is ok. Then it holds in the place and go out easily.

@BeaversHobby 3 жыл бұрын

There're 2 small taps on the side without exposed terminal. You can cut those off and they will be much easier to plug and unplug.

@Weaselpro 3 жыл бұрын

@@BeaversHobby I tryed to cut off, even file some, still same sh*t.

@BeaversHobby 3 жыл бұрын

@@Weaselpro Well, if you don't pull it off too often it'll be fine. Use tweezers to grab onto the ledge and pull it out will also help so you don't have to pull at the wires.

@Trifle165 4 жыл бұрын

Is it possible to make the backfire light diy? Like on the mini z real action light ?

@BeaversHobby 4 жыл бұрын

Yes, there are 2 ways. First, the clever and complicated; you'll need a microcontroller like Arduino to get throttle input (via mixing or splitter) then program it to activate backfire light sequence after you let off the throttle in some threshold. Here's my little project about using Arduino to control light kzfaq.info/get/bejne/ht9-fMilkrWzYnk.html . 2nd, the pretty dumb way but easy (only work with brushed motor); just wire a led (or 2 if you have dual pipe) directly to the motor to make it (or them) light up when you go forward.

@Trifle165 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks !

@BeaversHobby 4 жыл бұрын

@@Trifle165 My pleasure.

@foxracerdrew 4 жыл бұрын

Hi beaver, just wondering, how would you go about setting up rear lights for the GTR(R35) body shell? The lights are pre painted and no pods so I'm a little confused.

@BeaversHobby 4 жыл бұрын

Some body like R35 doesn't have light bucket so you'll have to mod one your own by hot glue the lamb to the light piece.

@foxracerdrew 4 жыл бұрын

@@BeaversHobby one last question, how does one go about doing the ring light?

@BeaversHobby 4 жыл бұрын

@@foxracerdrew I've never done that before but you can probably do it with one plastic ring outside and a separated one inside.

@foxracerdrew 4 жыл бұрын

@@BeaversHobby I found a guide, seemed like too much trouble for such a tiny space, so I'm figuring just paint it to prevent light bleed then just drill the little divots to allow light through.

@BeaversHobby 4 жыл бұрын

@@foxracerdrew Yep, that's probably the best solution for this scale.

@andrewschneidewend6559 4 жыл бұрын

What is the voltage for the led bulbs you used? I see led's for sale with 3v and 5v options.

@BeaversHobby 4 жыл бұрын

3V LED. If you use it with Mini-Z, don't worry about resistor. It's in the board already. If you use with something else you'll need some resistors.

@damianogiolitti6161 3 жыл бұрын

Is possible use 5 volt leds?

@tomwright943 5 жыл бұрын

You are awesome 😊 thanks for sharing 🤘

@valium4016 5 жыл бұрын

Lookin good! How much for the same model (aus) as yours?

@BeaversHobby 5 жыл бұрын

I bought the car for 160 EUR so it's about 255 AUD. I'm pretty sure you can find it in your local Kyosho dealer for less. But if you mean the body Audi R8 LMS, it's 24.25 AUD bit.ly/2Jzo4Kk .

@drtrance 3 жыл бұрын

Great channel, very good explanation.

@nitinbhawnani9990 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Beaver, can we add side blinker to this kit? Can this light system be used with DA 2 kit?

@BeaversHobby 2 жыл бұрын

This is just some light bulbs wired to a plug so no, it won't work with other cars. You actually need a light controller or at least resistors and plug into the battery (like in this tutorial + how to calculate resistor kzfaq.info/get/bejne/lc1kqNqG2dXGgJ8.html ). To add blinkers that will need a light controller that reads the output of the steering then apply the light to the blinkers. Either that or a controller with IMU so it detects when the car is pivoting and apply the light automatically. These type of controller or light kit will work with any car providing you make it small enough to fit inside.

@nitinbhawnani9990 2 жыл бұрын

@@BeaversHobby Thanks Beaver understood, If you have a link for such a light controller please share it.

@BeaversHobby 2 жыл бұрын

@@nitinbhawnani9990 Take a look at Ride With Lens. facebook.com/RideWithLenses/

@nitinbhawnani9990 2 жыл бұрын

@@BeaversHobby thanks

@Boomer3k 3 жыл бұрын

This may be a silly question, but am I correct in assuming it would also work on the MR03-EVO?

@BeaversHobby 3 жыл бұрын

You'll need a different wiring arrangement and some resistor that will go into the ICS port. Here's how it looks. rc.kyosho.com/en/mzw439r.html

@Boomer3k 3 жыл бұрын

@@BeaversHobby Why use the ICS port though. On the Sport the 4 Pin port is used. Can't it also be used on the EVO? Just for clarification.

@BeaversHobby 3 жыл бұрын

@@Boomer3k No, EVO is the same as ASF board where the light is connected via ICS.

@Boomer3k 3 жыл бұрын

@@BeaversHobby Interesting. So that would mean you can't run a light kit and a gyro at the same time on the EVO while you could on MR03 Sports. This is highly confusing on Kyoshos part. Since the 4 pin slot is used to provide power to the IR Transmitter for timing systems on both cars. I wonder why Kyosho thought it would be smart to not allow lights to be run from it on the EVO...

@Boomer3k 3 жыл бұрын

Also, in additon: PN Racing is offering a light kit for the EVO that is connected to the 4 pin connector. I am now even more confused.

@Weaselpro 3 жыл бұрын

Hey, colors are wrong: red/black-front and white/yelow are rear.

@BeaversHobby 3 жыл бұрын

That's what I got on my cars both FHS and FHSS. Different plug might have different wire colour though so look at the wire position and plug orientation is a better option.

@chrisbenson15 2 жыл бұрын

Bro how will I make the light kit if I have the radio reciver?

@BeaversHobby 2 жыл бұрын

You can either tap the power from the receiver, it'll be 5V or 6V depending on your ESC or get the power directly from the battery. This will make the lights always on. If you want it to have some reaction like throttle, brake, turn signal, you'll need a light controller that reads the signal off your receiver.

@damianogiolitti6161 3 жыл бұрын

Is possible to use 5 volt leds in mini z rwd?

@BeaversHobby 3 жыл бұрын

Yes, they'll work but the lights will be a bit dimmer.

@Ilikedahrice 3 жыл бұрын

I been doing this for some time and when I stop the car they instantly turn off. But the newer cars keep the light on for a few seconds. What is going on?

@BeaversHobby 3 жыл бұрын

It's from the main board. They programmed it that way.

@Ilikedahrice 3 жыл бұрын

@@BeaversHobby Yeah your right. The sport 1 and 2 instantly turn off and the new RWD models keep the lights on for 5 seconds.

@V3d0V3d0 5 жыл бұрын

I made one of these for my MA-020s but the lights only come on when I press the throttle forward or back. At neutral they are off. Any idea why that is?

@BeaversHobby 5 жыл бұрын

It's function from the board. The lights will go out when you stop.

@sodi_iv5628 4 жыл бұрын

@@BeaversHobby Is there a way to change the function to have it consistently on?

@BeaversHobby 4 жыл бұрын

@@sodi_iv5628 There's a knob left to the steering wheel on KT-19 transmitter or channel 3 if you use something else. Turn it to adjust now fast the headlights blink.

@sodi_iv5628 4 жыл бұрын

Beaver's Hobby right, but I’m regards to the ma-020s, is there a way to keep to lights from going out when stopped?

@BeaversHobby 4 жыл бұрын

@@sodi_iv5628 Unfortunately you can't make the light permanently on when you don't touch the throttle. It's the same for every Mini-Z. If you want constant light you'll need to make separated light kit. Here's the tutorial. You can power the lights directly from battery tray. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/lc1kqNqG2dXGgJ8.html

@esmokebaby 4 жыл бұрын

What do you recomend light wise that will fit good for the atomic drz

@BeaversHobby 4 жыл бұрын

Wire them yourself using 3mm LEDs and resistor. If you power them directly from 2S battery, with 4 LEDs in parallel you'll need between 82 to 100 Ohm resistor.

@esmokebaby 4 жыл бұрын

@@BeaversHobby ok cool and how would i get them to blink and work with brake if i wanted to do that

@BeaversHobby 4 жыл бұрын

@@esmokebaby You'll need a light control box for that. It's quite big and you'll really have to manage the space inside the car. There's also an open source project for if you can code.

@esmokebaby 4 жыл бұрын

@@BeaversHobby o darn no mini ones that sucks

@KF-hb5vx 5 ай бұрын

How did you get it so the front lights don't hit the wheels when turning?

@BeaversHobby 5 ай бұрын

Fold the pins behind the LEDs to avoid the wheels. That's the most you can do. Otherwise you'll have to change the wheel offset to avoid it.

@KF-hb5vx 5 ай бұрын

@@BeaversHobby will try once my lights come in. Just finished trimming a little of the body and everything fits nicely with the included body clips and front nose piece

@KF-hb5vx 5 ай бұрын

You're the best at modding and also helping others out man. Really appreciate it!!!

@raidenology9320 3 жыл бұрын

Do you know how to make one for the kyosho ma 030 evo?

@BeaversHobby 3 жыл бұрын

You'll have to follow the wiring for ICS and use some resistors as well. Not sure about the resistance but you can calculate it. rc.kyosho.com/en/mzw439r.html

@raidenology9320 3 жыл бұрын

@@BeaversHobby thanks for the input

@mica.motion 3 жыл бұрын

How did you fix the light on the body ?

@BeaversHobby 3 жыл бұрын

Hot glue gun

@franciscog5261 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Would this work on a mr-03 ASF? Thank you!

@BeaversHobby 4 жыл бұрын

No, ASF needs resistor and different wiring. The light kit for ASF looks like this. rc.kyosho.com/en/mzw439r.html You can use multimeter to probe it too just to be sure.

@franciscog5261 3 жыл бұрын

@@BeaversHobby I just checked the voltage of my asf. I have 6V from yellow-white. But from red-black I only have 3V when breaking. If not breaking I have 0. So, can it be like this: -6V are used for all 4 leds. -The 3V additional go only to rear leds for extra brightness when breaking. What do you think? Thanks!

@BeaversHobby 3 жыл бұрын

@@franciscog5261 Yes, that's exactly what you have to do. Don't forget to put a resistor on the 6V as well.

@franciscog5261 3 жыл бұрын

@@BeaversHobby Wont you happen to have the diagram of the ASF kit? 6V from yellow-white. Red-black I only have 3V when breaking, but the problem is original kit only has 3 wires. I can make the 4 leds stay on but can't make the rear break lights work. Thanks!

@BeaversHobby 3 жыл бұрын

@@franciscog5261 From what I can see they ground everything into a single black wire.

@fortytwo244 2 жыл бұрын

Hello, is this the same for Awd fhss?

@BeaversHobby 2 жыл бұрын

Yes, it's the same. I also use this in my current MA-020 FHSS.

@WeRideBMXinSR 4 жыл бұрын

Will this work on the mini-Q Q7

@BeaversHobby 4 жыл бұрын

Yes. I also use it with Mini-Q in the end of the video. But you should put a 120 Ohms resistor before going in to LEDs so they won't burn out.

@WeRideBMXinSR 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the quick response!

@carlosbj745 5 жыл бұрын

Is valid for a mr-03?

@BeaversHobby 5 жыл бұрын

Yes, it is. The chassis you see in this video is also MR03.

@StanleyShi2R 5 жыл бұрын

omg where did you get those Rays rims

@BeaversHobby 5 жыл бұрын

They are from the NSX Type S Auto Scale Collection. www.rcmart.com/kyosho-mzp131po-mr03nrm-honda-type-12539-zero-imola-orange-p-70919.html You can find almost the same with PN Racing BBS wheels. www.kenonhobby.com/PN-Racing-Mini-Z-2WD-Machine-Cut-BBS-Front-Wheel-F3-White_p_45201.html

@StanleyShi2R 5 жыл бұрын

No i mean the ones on the mini-q at 3:48.

@BeaversHobby 5 жыл бұрын

@@StanleyShi2R Ohhh.. Those TE37 are from Banzaihobby. All narrow 1mm offset. banzaihobby.com/Kyosho-R246-1421

@bulseewant5289 5 жыл бұрын

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@BeaversHobby 5 жыл бұрын

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@bulseewant5289 5 жыл бұрын

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@BeaversHobby 5 жыл бұрын

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@BeaversHobby 5 жыл бұрын

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@gaboaaa23 4 жыл бұрын

hello does this work with awd ma015?

@BeaversHobby 4 жыл бұрын

I don't think it'll work. This is for FHS and FHSS board. What board are you using? Is it ASF?

@gaboaaa23 4 жыл бұрын

@@BeaversHobby this is my chassis: www.kenonhobby.com/Kyosho-Mini-Z-MA-015-Awd-Chassis-Set-ASF24GHZ-with-TikiTiki-Mode_p_44274.html

@BeaversHobby 4 жыл бұрын

Found it! You need the MZW439CR. banzaihobby.com/Kyosho-MZW439CR

@SCABRFB 4 жыл бұрын

@@BeaversHobby i have the original ma010 chassis, but i upgraded from the fm crystal to a asf board with transmitter. Will this lightkit you linked work for that board too?

@BeaversHobby 4 жыл бұрын

@@SCABRFB No, ASF needs different kit & that looks like this. rc.kyosho.com/en/mzw439r.html There are also resistors inside too but I can't decipher what resistance they have.