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On / Off Switch
just talked to Redcat Racing because my son broke his on / off switch. The only direct replacement part is the entire HobbyWing Brushless speed controller for $98...which is crazy stupid. Anyone have any experience replacing a simple on/off switch? Thanks JAM
Posted on: 1/3/2012 8:06 AM by Author "JAMBF750"
in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10889342
LIPO in Lightning EXP Pro
Can my son run a 7.4V 5800 30C lipo in the lightning EXP Pro with no modifications to the motor settings? Someone told him today that he needed to change some settings on the motor and I dont have a clue how to nor can i find anything in the owners manual. Thanks and Merry Christmas / Happy New Year! JAM -
Posted on: 12/28/2011 4:09 PM by Author "JAMBF750"
in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10880221
RE: Just sent to Integy
I'm right there with you, I paid $70 for the MSR4 shocks and I have to turn the adjustable spring collar down all the way just to get the shocks to spring back up, and I'm running 70w oil. I haven’t noticed any leaks yet, but I don’t think it will be long before I’m completely upset with the quality of these shocks. The skid plates fit fine, but will bend if you just bump them. Anyway, sorry for your problems, hang in there and share with us any feedback you get. JAM
Posted on: 7/28/2008 12:47 PM by Author "JAMBF750"
in the forum "Traxxas Monster Truck forum"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7780556
RE: Upgrades Complete...for now!
My son ran the truck last night and had one small roll-over and busted a rear aluminum body post. Anyone else have problems with the Full Force Post? Does RPM make a round post? Thanks.
Posted on: 7/25/2008 9:29 AM by Author "JAMBF750"
in the forum "Traxxas Monster Truck forum"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7770552
RE: Upgrades Complete...for now!
[quote]ORIGINAL: BrandonFox28 No RPM anything? Looks great though. [/quote] It will have RPM arms when I break the original ones and the extra set I got off eBay for next to nothing. They are on the list of replacement parts.
Posted on: 7/24/2008 6:36 PM by Author "JAMBF750"
in the forum "Traxxas Monster Truck forum"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7768470
RE: Upgrades Complete...for now!
No shelf queen…my 10 year old son runs the he11 out of it...that is why there is no wheelie bar...too many rollovers and rear end landings...he has skateboard ramps that can be stacked to get some insane air. I don’t have a clue how to download a video, but usually take a few with our digital camera while he is running the trucks.
Posted on: 7/24/2008 4:16 PM by Author "JAMBF750"
in the forum "Traxxas Monster Truck forum"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7767946
RE: Upgrades Complete...for now!
Thanks guys...I lowered the body just after I saw the pics and realized it was up to high.
Posted on: 7/24/2008 2:02 PM by Author "JAMBF750"
in the forum "Traxxas Monster Truck forum"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7767492
Upgrades Complete...for now!
Aluminum Hop Ups: GA7075 Bulkheads Lunsford Racing Titanium Hinge Pins UE Knucklehead Shock Towers Full Force Body Mounts OFNA 17mm Wheel Hex Adapters Integy Rear Type II Skid Plate Silver Integy Front Type II Skid Plate Silver Integy MSR4 Shock Set w/Piggyback Other Hop Ups: Axial Oversize Beadlock 8-Hole Black Chrome Pro-Line Masher 40 Series Tires Pro-Line Dodge Mega Cab Body Hitec HS-645MG High-Torque 2BB Metal Gear Servo
Posted on: 7/24/2008 10:27 AM by Author "JAMBF750"
in the forum "Traxxas Monster Truck forum"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7766710
RE: T-Maxx 4908 Aluminum Upgrades
[quote]ORIGINAL: racemaxx24 How long have those Integy shocks lasted u? The shafts bend very easy and the seals are crap. [/quote] I have only had them on the truck for 5 or so tanks of gas (but ran and jumped hard). So far they have been great and much better than the stock shocks. Keep in mind, I am running 70w oil. I bought these from a LHS prior to any research, and now realize that many people have had issues.
Posted on: 7/23/2008 9:55 AM by Author "JAMBF750"
in the forum "Traxxas Monster Truck forum"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7762730
RE: T-Maxx 4908 Aluminum Upgrades
Just a little pic update...here are the GA 7075 Bulks and UE Knucklehead Shock Towers...the 17MM aluminum wheel hex's and Lunsford Racing Titanium Hinge Pins will be here today, so I should be able to get it back together tonight. I also ordered a set of Full Force Blue Aluminum Body post. …more to come… Thanks JAM http://i247.photobucket.com/albums/gg134/jmedicus/P1040147.jpg http://i247.photobucket.com/albums/gg134/jmedicus/P1040150.jpg
Posted on: 7/22/2008 9:44 AM by Author "JAMBF750"
in the forum "Traxxas Monster Truck forum"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7758721
RE: T-Maxx 4908 Aluminum Upgrades
Thanks RACEMAXX24, I understand the too much aluminum problem. I do need to put on some sort of wheelie bar that will withstand some roll over’s and rear landing jumps. I bid on an OEM replacement on eBay last night, but lost…I was just being too cheap and thought that if I was going to spend $10 of more for a replacement, I should just get a better product. Is this a common upgrade to aluminum? Do you think the Integy wheelie bar will be ok?
Posted on: 7/18/2008 10:10 AM by Author "JAMBF750"
in the forum "Traxxas Monster Truck forum"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7744653
RE: T-Maxx 4908 Aluminum Upgrades
The GA 7075 bulks will arrive today…talk about fast FREE delivery…wow! Well I was wondering if anyone had some quick advice on how to take the truck apart…is there a particular order I need to follow. I am going to work on it this weekend, but unfortunately I don’t have a hinge pin set yet and will need to do some fast ordering or find them local. The LHS shop has the Integy Pins, but I’m a little worried about the quality. On another note, we have had the Integy Piggy Back Shocks (MSR4) on for a few days of hard running/bashing (so hard the wheelie busted off) and they seem to be working great. I did turn down the adjustable collars a bit to stiffen them up and I’m running 70w oil. What replacement wheelie bars do you guys recommend? As always, any help would be appreciated. JAM
Posted on: 7/18/2008 9:22 AM by Author "JAMBF750"
in the forum "Traxxas Monster Truck forum"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7744519
RE: Tips & tricks
[quote]ORIGINAL: Mspeed Locktiting your wheels nuts is pretty manditory. Most will lose a wheel after some time and they end up frying the wheel hex and or the inside of the wheel. Then they upgrade to alum hexes or 17mm. If you have the new revo it has 17mm hexes stock, but I would still strongly recommend to loctite the nuts. I first learned about this on my savage which sadly lost a wheel and it uses 17mm hexes. The revo is notorious for losing wheels and stripping the hexes if you dont locktite them. Locktite them and you should not have any issues with them coming loose even if you got the nylon 14mm ones. Its a good idea to check them after a few gallons to make sure the locktite is holding. [/quote] Is there an aluminum 17mm wheel hex that will fir the T-Maxx 3.3, that i believe is 14mm. I did get 17MM adapters with the new Axial Oversize Beadlock 8-Hole Black Chrome wheels, but they were plastic as well. thanks
Posted on: 7/17/2008 2:48 PM by Author "JAMBF750"
in the forum "Traxxas Monster Truck forum"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7741471
RE: Tips & tricks
[quote]ORIGINAL: Mspeed Locktiting your wheels nuts is pretty manditory. Most will lose a wheel after some time and they end up frying the wheel hex and or the inside of the wheel. Then they upgrade to alum hexes or 17mm. If you have the new revo it has 17mm hexes stock, but I would still strongly recommend to loctite the nuts. I first learned about this on my savage which sadly lost a wheel and it uses 17mm hexes. The revo is notorious for losing wheels and stripping the hexes if you dont locktite them. Locktite them and you should not have any issues with them coming loose even if you got the nylon 14mm ones. Its a good idea to check them after a few gallons to make sure the locktite is holding. [/quote] Now you tell me...we had a wheel fly off last night...can you believe my son found the wheel nut in the grass? I just put the aluminum hexes on my to do list. We also need a new wheelie bar...it snapped off after a few rear landing jumps and a few turn-over’s (end over end). Thanks
Posted on: 7/17/2008 2:32 PM by Author "JAMBF750"
in the forum "Traxxas Monster Truck forum"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7741421
RE: New T-Maxx 3.3 running problems
It's running very cool even in the hot weather, i think I'm going to leave it alone, it seems to have setteled down a little. The truck was doing wheelies on demand and then towards the end of the last tank it wouldn't pull them up? Any clue as to why? thanks jam
Posted on: 7/16/2008 8:31 PM by Author "JAMBF750"
in the forum "Traxxas Monster Truck forum"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7738756
RE: T-Maxx 4908 Aluminum Upgrades
I just ordered the GA 7075 T-6 Bulkhead Kit (front and back w/ braces). I don’t know if they come with the hinge pin set...but seems like a good price for that quality of product including the braces as well. It was $105 but should last longer than the truck. JAM
Posted on: 7/16/2008 6:40 PM by Author "JAMBF750"
in the forum "Traxxas Monster Truck forum"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7738396
RE: New T-Maxx 3.3 running problems
We got through tank 5 last night after the rain and this truck is running awesome!!!! I found it very difficult to not let the truck switch into 2nd gear while accelerating to full throttle for 3 seconds during tank 4. I guess my finger is identical to my lead foot. I also noticed that the break in period is a little tuff on the brakes...they don’t work as good as new. This may be an immediate upgrade for me. I'm going to change the Glow Plug, Air Filter and tune it tonight. From what I understand, if I richen the LSN, I should also lean the HSN. I’m a little worried about tuning it too much because it’s running so good. It’s not overheating and the pinch test will cut it off in less than 3 seconds with a high rev during the shut off. I just want it to stay still (no creeping forward) at idle. Thanks to all for the good advice. JAM
Posted on: 7/14/2008 9:54 AM by Author "JAMBF750"
in the forum "Traxxas Monster Truck forum"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7728971
RE: New T-Maxx 3.3 running problems
[quote]ORIGINAL: bigblock.21 With all due respect, Idles high compared to what? I have a 4908 and it had idled high but I took into consideration that the 3.3 being a small block would idle at a higher rpm since it has a smaller mass to rotate then say my O.S. .21RG. Reason being the .21 is a big block and has a larger mass to rotate in a bigger block. The 3.3 runs well and doesn't overheat. I did have to call Traxxas Support because of the oneway bearing freezing onto the starter shaft during break-in at 7 tanks. They sent me a new back plate, starter shaft and oneway bearing and it's ran flawlessly since. [/quote] The high idle makes it drive by itsel. Again, I will work on this after the break in is completed, I think the LSN will correct the issue. We couldn't get to it today because of rain. Thanks, JAM
Posted on: 7/13/2008 10:16 PM by Author "JAMBF750"
in the forum "Traxxas Monster Truck forum"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7726617
RE: Blue and Orange Revo
looks awesome...
Posted on: 7/13/2008 10:13 PM by Author "JAMBF750"
in the forum "Traxxas Monster Truck forum"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7727628
RE: New T-Maxx 3.3 running problems
After returning my truck to Traxxas a second time, for the exact same issue as stated below, I finally got it back on Friday. This time, they replaced the piston / sleeve (again) and new carburetor (which I think was the actual problem). So far I'm through the first 2 tanks and all is good. We are going to finish the break in today. It does idle high, but I think that’s because it’s set at factory break in. I'll keep you posted and hopefully we will make it through tank 5. Thanks JAM
Posted on: 7/13/2008 9:26 AM by Author "JAMBF750"
in the forum "Traxxas Monster Truck forum"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7725197
RE: T-Maxx 4908 Aluminum Upgrades
[quote]ORIGINAL: racemaxx24 It don't work [/quote] we know, it must be down.
Posted on: 7/8/2008 12:38 PM by Author "JAMBF750"
in the forum "Traxxas Monster Truck forum"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7707307
RE: T-Maxx 4908 Aluminum Upgrades
[quote]ORIGINAL: StemTMAXX one company for everything. American CNC Machining, except the titanium hinge pins, ACNCM doesn't have titanium. [/quote] Do they have a website where I can see the parts?
Posted on: 7/8/2008 10:34 AM by Author "JAMBF750"
in the forum "Traxxas Monster Truck forum"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7706916
T-Maxx 4908 Aluminum Upgrades
Here are a few extra upgrades that I’m going to buy. My question is this, what manufacture do you recommend for the below parts? Bulkheads – Silver – Front and Rear (do I need braces as well) RD Logics Integy Other Shock Towers – Blue – Front and Rear RD Logics Integy Other Aluminum Body Mounts - Silver Front and Rear RD Logics Integy Other Lunsford Racing Titanium Hinge Pin Kit Thanks JAM
Posted on: 7/8/2008 10:04 AM by Author "JAMBF750"
in the forum "Traxxas Monster Truck forum"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7706765
HSN Setting on Infinity .18
I think I have a tuning issue because I have lost power somehow. I have a quick question on the proper HSN setting for the Infinity .18 motor on a Volcano SV Pro. How many turns out should the HSN be set at? This motor does not have a LSN. Thanks
Posted on: 7/2/2008 10:08 AM by Author "JAMBF750"
in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7685407
RE: Volcano SV Pro Steering Servo
[quote]ORIGINAL: a4d2a0m I changed mine to a mg995 off ebay. It was only $12. All metal gears, two ball bearings, high speed/high torque....works great! [/quote] That was great advice...I just won one on eBay for $1.00 and it cost $13.99 to ship. Seem like a real nice servo. Thanks
Posted on: 7/1/2008 1:31 PM by Author "JAMBF750"
in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7682074
RE: Volcano SV Pro Steering Servo
[quote]ORIGINAL: Gelo_USA I have the s3003... I personally dnt like it... I use it jst because I have no other one and still havent had time to get another one in... the stock one on the volcano is better than the s3003... I would go to the local hobby shop and ask them for a high torque servo.... [/quote] I did a little research last night and discovered the same thing. I have a Hitec HS645MG (Metal Gear) that I was going to use in another larger truck, but will use it in the Volcano instead. It should work great. Thanks
Posted on: 7/1/2008 10:23 AM by Author "JAMBF750"
in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7681567
RE: Volcano SV Pro Steering Servo
I think I will order the FUTABA S3003 unless someone thinks it wont work. It couldnt hurt to have it incase the other servo is OK and there is another issue. Thanks JAM
Posted on: 6/30/2008 3:33 PM by Author "JAMBF750"
in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7678619
RE: Volcano SV Pro Steering Servo
[quote]ORIGINAL: greasemonkeyfred I had the exact same problem and I had to replace it. Do a quick test on the receiver unplug the throttle servo and plug in the steering servo in its spot .then see if it steers when you hit the gas or brake .IF it works then try it back in its spot ,if it doesnt then you need new servo. [/quote] Good idea, I will try this later today.
Posted on: 6/30/2008 11:02 AM by Author "JAMBF750"
in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7677760
RE: Volcano SV Pro Steering Servo
I don't mind spending the money for a better servo, I just need to know what will fit. I will try and do a serch, but if anyone knows what servo to buy for the volcano SV Pro, kindly let me know. Thanks
Posted on: 6/30/2008 11:00 AM by Author "JAMBF750"
in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7677753
Volcano SV Pro Steering Servo
Need a little help. Just yesterday (after a medium size crash) my steering servo stopped working. I changed the truck battery thinking this may have been the issue because it began only turning in one direction, but after I changed out the battery, it wouldn’t work at all. I tried 3 different hump batteries, so I know this is not the issue, plus they all operate the throttle servo with no issues perfectly. The steering servo won’t move in either direction now, almost like power is not getting to it or it simply stopped working. Do they go bad? Any suggestions as to what may have happened? If I need to change the servo, should I upgrade the part? As Always, Thanks JAM
Posted on: 6/30/2008 10:16 AM by Author "JAMBF750"
in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7677609
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