RE: Thunder Tiger MTA4 S28 problems
The high speed needle may be too lean. Keep an eye on the position of the needle, it may be moving on you. If it is, the o-ring on the needle will need to be replaced.
Posted on: 10/25/2009 2:18 PM by Author "Bria1" in the forum "Team Associated - Monster GT"
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RE: Who makes the AE 4.6?
The stock AE .28 in the MGT 4.6 is a Thunder Tiger engine.
Posted on: 10/25/2009 2:14 PM by Author "Bria1" in the forum "Team Associated - Monster GT"
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RE: Switched from Traxxas top fuel 20% to Byrons 30%
I think it's mainly from not having such a high oil content. I noticed a big difference going from 20% Top fuel to Trinity Monster Horsepower 20% also. Like you mentioned, runs better, runs cooler, easier to tune, and the 1-way for the starter doesn't slip like it did before.
Posted on: 10/21/2009 6:53 AM by Author "Bria1" in the forum "Traxxas Monster Truck forum"
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RE: i keep burning glowplugs
Check the connecting rod for play at the piston pin or crank. My Mach .26 got over revved from not going into 2nd and started going thru a plug before I could get a tank of fuel thru it. It ended up having play at the piston pin. I replaced the rod and pin and its been fine since.
Posted on: 6/28/2009 9:25 PM by Author "Bria1" in the forum "Losi Monster Trucks"
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RE: suggestions for entry lvl MT for 3 yr old..
I would also recommend either the Slash or Stampede. Their both tough and waterproof.
Posted on: 6/23/2009 6:53 AM by Author "Bria1" in the forum "RC Monster Trucks"
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RE: MGT PICTURE THREAD!!
My 4.6
Posted on: 5/3/2009 8:38 AM by Author "Bria1" in the forum "Team Associated - Monster GT"
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RE: mgt 8.0 outer bearing issue
Is it leaking thru the bearing, between the bearing and the crank, or between the bearing and the block?
Posted on: 3/26/2009 6:52 AM by Author "Bria1" in the forum "Team Associated - Monster GT"
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RE: steering servo
It depends on what you're looking to spend. I've heard these are good - http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXTCX8&P=SM http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXTCX9&P=SM
Posted on: 1/26/2009 10:30 PM by Author "Bria1" in the forum "RC Monster Trucks"
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RE: What is the difference with the front and rear wheels on a stampede
The electric stampede still uses 12mm hexes for front and rear. The only difference between front and rear is the offset.
Posted on: 12/10/2008 6:52 AM by Author "Bria1" in the forum "Traxxas Monster Truck forum"
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RE: New Losi LST XXL!!
[quote]ORIGINAL: IL2mSturmovik A Special Edition Racer LST2 variant, with a rotostart GRP .28, cf frame, GRP grip truggy wheels and tires, muggyfied front and back suspension, with Muggy Shocks, wing, primerless gas tank, FOC, long life clutch shoes, and DX3S [/quote] That sounds good to me.
Posted on: 11/23/2008 10:38 AM by Author "Bria1" in the forum "Losi Monster Trucks"
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RE: New Losi LST XXL!!
I like the radio and the fact that the LST2s will be cheaper now. I personally don't care for the longer wheelbase. To me that just means it can't turn as tight on the track.
Posted on: 11/21/2008 7:10 AM by Author "Bria1" in the forum "Losi Monster Trucks"
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RE: Kyosho USA-1 compatible chassis?
Ya, the usa-1 was hard to get parts for even before it was discontinued. I haven't had any steering hubs break on mine. The things that broke the most on mine was the dogbones and the wheel axle shaft would spin inside the plastic cup the dogbones go in. Once those were upgraded then I started tearing up the trans gears - on to the next weakest link. You can make your own chassis pretty easy with 2 plates of aluminum or carbon fiber with some aluminum stand offs to connect the plates. Then you can use a bell crank steering setup, similar to a maxx truck instead of that sliding piece.
Posted on: 11/14/2008 5:52 PM by Author "Bria1" in the forum "RC Monster Trucks"
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RE: aftershock
Put the LST performance kit (also called the LST2 kit) on it, get good tires for the track you are going to run on, get a better pipe, and get the dynamite engine support brace for starters.
Posted on: 11/2/2008 7:41 PM by Author "Bria1" in the forum "Losi Monster Trucks"
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RE: Factory Tracks Raceway MT racers
I saw one at FTR, it was about 5-6" long and had a hex shape to the shaft part. It looked like the ends may have been held on the shaft with set screws or something. I asked Al H. about it and he said that had been there awhile, so I'm not sure if it's yours or not. I set it on the table by the monitor just down from pit lane. It didn't look broke or anything.
Posted on: 10/6/2008 7:07 AM by Author "Bria1" in the forum "RC Monster Trucks"
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RE: Factory Tracks Raceway MT racers
Time for that 5400 pack. Ah heck, just get one of those 8000 packs from max amps.
Posted on: 10/5/2008 10:46 PM by Author "Bria1" in the forum "RC Monster Trucks"
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RE: Factory Tracks Raceway MT racers
You're welcome. Man that vid is funny with all the tube hopping, bumping, outright slamming into each other, running backwards on the track, and the 1 that jumped and landed on pit lane.
Posted on: 10/5/2008 10:33 PM by Author "Bria1" in the forum "RC Monster Trucks"
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RE: Factory Tracks Raceway MT racers
No prob Jake, glad I could help. As for the MT frustrations, ummm ya. I realize you have to be patient with a new and especially a young driver, but that kid was a rolling kamikaze out there. His dad really needs to work with him during a race day even if that means that his dad sits out some races. And now for [link=http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=-482731097904126834&hl=en]the Slash vid[/link].
Posted on: 10/5/2008 9:27 PM by Author "Bria1" in the forum "RC Monster Trucks"
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RE: Anyone Own a RT-X 27?
For some reason my temp gun doesn't read accurately when checking boiling water, unless water boils at 172 deg F lol. I think it has something to do with that emisitivity setting (or whatever it's called) being different.
Posted on: 10/5/2008 8:52 PM by Author "Bria1" in the forum "RC Monster Trucks"
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RE: Factory Tracks Raceway MT racers
Ya, round 2 when Al H. was running your truck. As for how tough they are, they are built off the same platform as the rustler and stampede, so their durability doesn't surprise me too much knowing what my trucks have gone thru.
Posted on: 10/5/2008 8:11 PM by Author "Bria1" in the forum "RC Monster Trucks"
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RE: Factory Tracks Raceway MT racers
Ya, my camera records in a quick time format and uses a ton of memory to do it. It is pretty good quality though. So far it has just over 125mb downloaded. I hope it's done before I go to bed LOL. I'll be sure to post a link here when it's done.
Posted on: 10/5/2008 7:52 PM by Author "Bria1" in the forum "RC Monster Trucks"
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RE: Factory Tracks Raceway MT racers
I'm glad I made it out to watch the action today. Those Slashes are a blast. Thanks again Al for letting me run yours in a qualifier. I'm hooked [:D]. I got the vid uploading, but 325MB is taking forever.
Posted on: 10/5/2008 7:40 PM by Author "Bria1" in the forum "RC Monster Trucks"
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RE: Factory Tracks Raceway MT racers
Ok, thanks
Posted on: 10/5/2008 12:13 AM by Author "Bria1" in the forum "RC Monster Trucks"
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RE: Factory Tracks Raceway MT racers
Cool stuff. So what time have you guys been getting done racing on Sundays lately?
Posted on: 10/4/2008 11:30 PM by Author "Bria1" in the forum "RC Monster Trucks"
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RE: Factory Tracks Raceway MT racers
These new pro-line slash tires and wheels look nice. I like the bead locks too.
Posted on: 10/2/2008 9:53 PM by Author "Bria1" in the forum "RC Monster Trucks"
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RE: Factory Tracks Raceway MT racers
I may have to try to sneak out there Sunday afternoon to check out the slash action. I've yet to see any slash races in person, but the vids I've seen look cool.
Posted on: 10/2/2008 9:33 PM by Author "Bria1" in the forum "RC Monster Trucks"
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RE: Factory Tracks Raceway MT racers
Ya, electric has come a lonnnnng way. Remember those 1200 mah batteries? You were lucky to get 3-4 minutes of run time. I remember being impressed with the run time I got out of 1900's LOL.
Posted on: 10/1/2008 5:44 PM by Author "Bria1" in the forum "RC Monster Trucks"
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RE: ultra copper gasket high temp rtv for engine sealing
You don't want to put RTV on your needles cause once you move the needles to tune your engine it will break free. Not to mention it would clog up the carb. Green slime is the best for needle o-rings.
Posted on: 9/30/2008 11:07 PM by Author "Bria1" in the forum "RC Monster Trucks"
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RE: Factory Tracks Raceway MT racers
[quote]ORIGINAL: ThermalRD Ivans win streak will probably go on. You've got a bit of experience racing electric. I found myself driving the Slash like a nitro. lol. Blip... blipp.... blippppp.... [:D] [/quote] Maybe you can rig up a smoke system like model trains have to make it feel more like nitro.
Posted on: 9/30/2008 8:54 PM by Author "Bria1" in the forum "RC Monster Trucks"
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RE: ultra copper gasket high temp rtv for engine sealing
[quote]ORIGINAL: Savage462k1 I remember I read somewhere people saying you can seal your engine with some copper high temp RTV gaskets. I a tube of [link=http://www.amazon.com/Permatex-81878-Sensor-Ultra-Copper/dp/B0002UEOPA/ref=sr_1_17?ie=UTF8&s=automotive&qid=1222744525&sr=1-17]Permatex 81878 #101 Sensor Safe Ultra Copper Hi Temp RTV[/link] from Walmart, the temp is up to 371 C, or 700 F. Oxygen sensor safe, non corrosive, and oil resistance. But it also says "not recommended for use on head gaskets or parts in contact with gasoline." Is this the stuff I need to seal the engine backplate, [u][b]crab[/b][/u], and such ? [/quote] Not sure about sealing a crab with it lol, but that's what I use for the back plates and carbs. You shouldn't use it on head gaskets. If the head gasket is leaking, get a new one.
Posted on: 9/30/2008 6:59 AM by Author "Bria1" in the forum "RC Monster Trucks"
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RE: Factory Tracks Raceway MT racers
That's cool. But now you'll be on pins and needles when your cutting the body out infernal. I'm looking forward to seeing it on the truck.
Posted on: 9/30/2008 6:54 AM by Author "Bria1" in the forum "RC Monster Trucks"
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