RE: Engine esc issues
Not possible to fry it from connecting the wires wrong. If you connect the wires and the motor turns the wrong direction. Switch any of the 2 wires, or change the direction switch on the transmitter. Either option will change the direction the motor turns. -Chizz
Posted on: 5/11/2010 8:51 AM by Author "Chizzler" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9725693

RE: help with my RS10 1/10 scale
Take the other screw out. Go to Lowes / Home Depot / Menards / Local Hardware store. Match it up. By some locktite while you're there...That should take care of it. -Chizz
Posted on: 5/11/2010 8:48 AM by Author "Chizzler" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9725688

RE: redcat rs10
I have yet to have a single problem with it. It seems to be very capable. I've owned it since December of 09. No regrets whatsoever... -Chizz
Posted on: 4/25/2010 12:38 PM by Author "Chizzler" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9687439

RE: Stock 8e series charger???????
OK, so now I have a new homework assignment on the computer power supply conversion. (Thanks Mickstix) That looks like a great rainy day project. In the mean time, I'd also like to take a battery supply with me to the part etc and don't want to use my truck battery. Any recommendations?
Posted on: 3/27/2010 10:03 AM by Author "Chizzler" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9615797

RE: Stock 8e series charger???????
Hey Kurt, or anyone. What kind of 12V power supply would you recommend for one of the B6C chargers? I was thinking about a deep cycle battery of some sort. I've search the site a little bit, but don't see too many specifics. Probably looking at whatever I can pick up at the local Walmart/PepBoys/Autozone, etc. Thanks, -Chizz
Posted on: 3/26/2010 9:23 PM by Author "Chizzler" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9614917

RE: New Tranny With Only a Half Gallon Run &....
That's weak sauce right there....
Posted on: 3/21/2010 1:02 PM by Author "Chizzler" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9599696

RE: Where to find parts for an Earthquake 8E
Another vote for URC Hobby...
Posted on: 3/12/2010 9:39 PM by Author "Chizzler" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9577228

RE: Converted Backdraft Project
Parts total, probably a little over $130. If you just wanted the parts necessary to do the Aftershock conversion, it was less than $60. Oh and the deans plugs things, being honest, I'm not a huge fan. It's very hard to get a good grip on those little things. I end up putting my fingers on the soldered points and wiggling back and forth and just end up breaking them. These, while they may not look as nice are much easier to connect/disconnect. I've put these on all my batteries. My 7 year old who has a HiMoto Truck could not get the deans connectors disconnected easily which gave him a reason not to disconnect the battery after use. So, we switched to these and now all's good. I wish there were a better option. Maybe the traxxis connectors...I don't know. -Chizz
Posted on: 3/8/2010 4:48 PM by Author "Chizzler" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9564956

Converted Backdraft Project
I had talked before about switching back between the Backdraft and Aftershock. I've purchased all the parts necessary to do the swap and wanted to share some pictures. Thanks to Kurt and URC Hobby for most of the parts. On the yet to purchase list are the rear hubs and new shock towers. Anyway, here are some pictures. I have not put the stickers on the body yet... [IMG]http://i42.photobucket.com/albums/e321/jchantz/SC%20Truck/IMG_0711.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i42.photobucket.com/albums/e321/jchantz/SC%20Truck/IMG_0712.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i42.photobucket.com/albums/e321/jchantz/SC%20Truck/IMG_0714.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i42.photobucket.com/albums/e321/jchantz/SC%20Truck/IMG_0716.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i42.photobucket.com/albums/e321/jchantz/SC%20Truck/IMG_0717.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i42.photobucket.com/albums/e321/jchantz/SC%20Truck/IMG_0718.jpg[/IMG]
Posted on: 3/7/2010 8:53 PM by Author "Chizzler" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9562761

RE: Redcat Backdraft 8E vs Redcat Earthquake 8E
The Backdraft / Aftershock / Earthquake all share the same chassis. The parts are virtually all the same. I just converted my Backdraft to a SC truck (using parts from the aftershock). They are very similar.
Posted on: 3/7/2010 8:33 PM by Author "Chizzler" in the forum "RC Electric Off-Road Trucks, Buggies, Truggies and more"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9562691

RE: Redcat
I have been running a 2S 25C 3200 lipo with zero problems. Obviously a nice improvement over the stock battery.
Posted on: 3/7/2010 10:43 AM by Author "Chizzler" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9561370

RE: Aftershock - Backdraft Part Replacement Program
Keithjv, how long did it take you to get your parts after sending them back? Thanks, -Chizz
Posted on: 3/3/2010 4:57 PM by Author "Chizzler" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9552051

RE: Redcat Parts Dealers - Backdraft 8e Upgrades
Just an update on this project. I have searched almost all the redcat parts dealers sites. Some have good prices and service. But Kurt with URC Hobby has gone the extra mile to earn my business. His prices are consistently lower. Shipping is fast and the service has been great. Thanks Kurt! -Chizz
Posted on: 3/2/2010 10:49 PM by Author "Chizzler" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9550206

RE: Backdraft 8e - Savage Flux Wheels (Pics)
Yeah, they take 17mm. I'm going to go ahead and order the parts to convert back and forth between 17mm and 12mm. I beleive the parts cost less than $10 to do that. -Chizz
Posted on: 3/2/2010 7:48 AM by Author "Chizzler" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9548010

RE: Backdraft 8e - Savage Flux Wheels (Pics)
Yeah, you could probably figure out a way to mount the wing. A simple extension would be easy to fab up. At the end of the day, I'm probably going to see the wheels and go another direction. I'd like to trade them for some 12mm short course truck wheels actually.
Posted on: 3/1/2010 4:34 PM by Author "Chizzler" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9546196

RE: Backdraft 8e - Savage Flux Wheels (Pics)
Yeah, it wheelies. The stock gearing seems to still work OK. I was worried about that. But, when grabbing full throttle, the front end raises quickly and the front tires ballon. I was a surprized by how much torque it still had with the bigger tires. Besides the clearance issues, it seems the stock steering servo struggles to keep up with the larger tires. Other than that, no real problems. The motor and ESC were cool after running a full charge out...At this point, I'm not sure I'll keep the new wheels. I was actually looking for something a little closer to stock diameter, but a little wider. The savage flux wheels seems huge. -Chizz
Posted on: 2/28/2010 8:21 PM by Author "Chizzler" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9543942

Backdraft 8e - Savage Flux Wheels (Pics)
As I mentioned in an early post, I ordered these wheels and tires. I put them on today and took it for a test run. The clearance problems are 1, I can't put the wing on. 2, The front tires rub the chassis frame a little bit. Man, these wheels/tires are huge and bigger than I expected... [IMG]http://i42.photobucket.com/albums/e321/jchantz/Backdraft%208e/IMG_0709.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i42.photobucket.com/albums/e321/jchantz/Backdraft%208e/IMG_0708.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i42.photobucket.com/albums/e321/jchantz/Backdraft%208e/IMG_0707.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i42.photobucket.com/albums/e321/jchantz/Backdraft%208e/IMG_0703.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i42.photobucket.com/albums/e321/jchantz/Backdraft%208e/IMG_0706.jpg[/IMG]
Posted on: 2/27/2010 11:06 PM by Author "Chizzler" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9541606

RE: took the aftershock to the track.
[quote]ORIGINAL: jbeane316 jeremy beane st. albans wv [email]jbeane316@yahoo.com[/email] reason im selling is im tired of going back and forth trying to run it with the 4x4 short corse trucks. thats why it has the body and stuff with it. i dont woan go through changing everything over just to not be allowed in sc class. [/quote] That's hilarious right there. The reason you're selling it is because you've had bad luck with it and you think it's a POS. You're entitled to your opinion, but, come on man. At least be honest about how you feel about the BD8E...
Posted on: 2/25/2010 8:55 AM by Author "Chizzler" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9534189

RE: Strange Symptom (Backdraft 8e)
We'll, that's an interesting thing to try. I'll check it out this evening a report back on how it works. Thanks for the info... -Chizz
Posted on: 2/25/2010 8:48 AM by Author "Chizzler" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9534175

RE: 17 mm wheel and tire combo
Actually, I just bought a set of these Savage Flux wheels w/ tires. I'll throw up some pictures when I get them on. I really like the white wheels and white wing on your BD. That looks sweet... -Chizz
Posted on: 2/24/2010 10:08 PM by Author "Chizzler" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9533322

Redcat Parts Dealers - Backdraft 8e Upgrades
There was another thread about where to purchase parts for the BD8E. Let's try this. I'm doing the following upgrades. I've looked at a lot of online prices and everyone seems to be within a couple bucks of one another. Who wants to PM me a package price for the following items: Metal Front C-Hubs (MPO-02) Metal Front Suspension Mount (MPO-06) Metal Rear Suspension Mount (MPO-07) Metal Rear Hub Set (MPO-04) Metal Steering Linkage (MPO-11) 2x Metal Shock Stay Mount (MPO-05) 2x Aluminum Shock Absorbers (BS903-004a) I think these fit the BD8e, but I'm not sure Aluminum Steering Knuckle (BS903-111) Metal Wheel Hex Set (MPO-01) Servo Saver Unit (BS903-031) The best package price shipped to 47404 gets the order. -Chizz
Posted on: 2/24/2010 12:14 PM by Author "Chizzler" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9531711

RE: took the aftershock to the track.
I've had my BD8e for 3 weeks and have run it quite a bit. No broken screws yet. The only thing broken so far was the servo saver. So far, this has been a great buggy.
Posted on: 2/24/2010 11:27 AM by Author "Chizzler" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9531625

RE: 17 mm wheel and tire combo
I see the Savage 4.6 and Revo 3.3 are using 17mm wheels. Those are the one's I've come up with so far...
Posted on: 2/24/2010 8:02 AM by Author "Chizzler" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9531248

17 mm wheel and tire combo
Looking for ideas on changing the stock wheel/tire combo out on the Backdraft 8e. I figure with everyone's knowledge here, there might be some obvious suggestions. So, what other rc's come stock with 17mm wheels that could be purchased and installed on the BD8e without problems. Or, can you give specific examples of aftermarket wheel/tire combos that would also work. I'd like a different wheel look (particularly chrome), and possibly more of a monster truck tire, to install for bashing. Ideas? -Chizz
Posted on: 2/23/2010 1:20 PM by Author "Chizzler" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9529044

RE: Easy Way To Add Extra Strength To The Wheel Hubs
Actually looks like a good idea until my steel hubs come in...
Posted on: 2/18/2010 8:19 PM by Author "Chizzler" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9516143

RE: Strange Symptom (Backdraft 8e)
Thanks for the link to that post. I'll have to tear into it sometime this weekend to actually see what's going on. We've got a foot of snow on the ground right now. Hopefuly that will be gone or it's time for hot laps in the garage to diagnose. On the forward / reverse problem, Adjusting the trim knob will eventually send it forward without touching the throttle, but it won't send it backwards. But, if I use the reverse switch on the transmitter, it will send it into reverse, but not forward. I don't know if it's the receiver or the transmitter at this point. Weird...
Posted on: 2/16/2010 4:54 PM by Author "Chizzler" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9509945

RE: ran the backdraft8e this eve. what a surprize
Yeah, that sucks...What did you end up getting for your $86 (if you don't mind me asking)? -Chizz
Posted on: 2/15/2010 9:32 PM by Author "Chizzler" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9507957

RE: aftershock 8e
If I would have known about the Earthquake 8E having the upgraded plastic, I probably would have bought that instead of the BD8E just for piece of mind. I've had OK luck and am happy with my purchase so far though. -Chizz
Posted on: 2/15/2010 8:39 PM by Author "Chizzler" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9507792

RE: aftershock 8e
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/m_9476471/tm.htm This is a link to the thread talking about the parts exchange...
Posted on: 2/15/2010 8:37 PM by Author "Chizzler" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9507783

RE: ran the backdraft8e this eve. what a surprize
I've had my BD8E for a couple weeks now. The first time I grabbed full throttle, it went for about 20 yards before spinning wildly and starting a massive cart wheel. It probably flipped 10 times or so. Since then, it's happened a couple other times. Nothing broke those times. This weekend, my son and I built a snow ramp for his Himoto and the BD8E. After ramping it for a little while, it did take a nice cart wheel. It came up hobbling and I thought the front hubs broke or something serious happened. Turns out one of the arms of the servo saver broke. That's been the only breakage so far and I made the repair with super glue. After reading some of the posts about the fragileness of these BD8E's, I thought that first cart wheel was going to do this thing in. But I really can't complain yet. It's had a few tumbles and nothing major. I does sound like others though have had some weak points exposed. I'll probably drop the dough to just go ahead and upgrade to some metal parts. At the end of the day, if I throw another 50-60 bucks at this thing, I think it was still a good deal (especially since it came with 2 lipo's, an OK charger and a 2.4 Ghz radio. JMO. I would be pissed though if what you say is true and rolling into curbs is breaking the BD8E.
Posted on: 2/15/2010 8:30 PM by Author "Chizzler" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9507764