RE: RC8BE
That motor is gonna be overkill, but I'm sure you can tame it down a bit. I wouldn't go out and get another motor. As far as what to get, it's a little tough to do without narrowing things down a bit. For example, what's your budget? For a radio, I run a DX3R Pro. But the DX3R or DX3S or DX2S would work fine too. For a steering servo, I've had good luck with Associated's XP 1015 servo. For racing, you're only allowed to run 4 cell max. And 4S with that 2250 motor is plenty fast for speed runs. You wanna get something with at least 35C and 5000mah. That means the battery will supply about 175 amps, which should be sufficient for 1/8 buggy racing.
Posted on: 1/19/2012 5:00 PM by Author "K_B" in the forum "RC 1/8th Scale Buggies"
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RE: Body for GS Storm
Parma makes a universal buggy body. The Storm is not listed as compatible, but I'm sure with some fiddling, it would most likely work. http://www.amainhobbies.com/product_info.php/cPath/1_25_1480_54/products_id/5445/n/Parma-PSE-1-8th-X-citer-Buggy-Body-Universal-Fit
Posted on: 1/19/2012 4:51 PM by Author "K_B" in the forum "RC 1/8th Scale Buggies"
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RE: Rockslide Supercrawler 1\8th (Weights?)
1)Wheel weights lower your center of gravity. I've used the lead fishing "noodles" that come in 5 lb bundles or whatever, but the plumbing solder would probably allow you to put more winds around the rim and add more weight. Might cost a bit more though. The other option is regular stick on weights like those for fullsize car rims or pine derby racers. But you don't wanna go crazy or you'll end up with essentially two heavy barbells and that will put some serious stress on the knuckles. 2)Memory foams might be your best bet, but the cheap solution is to cut 'em, like was said. Personally, I cut a V-shape down the center line rather than the star pattern. That helps soften up the foam and it conforms to the rocks a little better. 3)Running small lipos is a good thing because they can be mounted on the axle, which is lower than the chassis, whereas running a big heavy stick pack up in the chassis raises your CG and effectively negates alot of the benefit of running wheel weights. But, if you're just fiddling around in the yard, no big deal. I've run Venom batteries with good results, but the quality control on any of the budget batteries is poor, so I think it's a flip of the coin. I do find it odd that you bad-mouth Axial products when you have zero knowledge of crawling; much less that of Axial products. And you don't like Venom because they make kits? How much pride do you think the underpaid and overworked Taiwanese kid had in putting your Rockslide together?
Posted on: 1/12/2012 10:08 PM by Author "K_B" in the forum "RC Rock Crawlers"
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RE: RedCat Sumo for a 6yr old?
You might want to consider a Losi micro crawler (I personally like the Trekker) just for parts support unless the local shop carries a decent amount of RedCat parts.
Posted on: 1/3/2012 1:35 PM by Author "K_B" in the forum "RC Rock Crawlers"
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RE: scale crawler suggestions?!
The two options for around $200 are the Losi 1/24 Trekker at about $150 and the Venom Creeper Safari @ around $230 http://www.amainhobbies.com/product_info.php/cPath/1_44_109/products_id/200303/n/Losi-1-24-Micro-4X4-Trail-Trekker-RTR?utm_source=Google-Base&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=Product-Feeds&source=google_ext https://www.ssl-stormerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/seekpart.pl?src=ns&pn=VEN8420
Posted on: 1/1/2012 1:56 PM by Author "K_B" in the forum "RC Rock Crawlers"
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RE: anyone seen a front mount motor scx10?
I can only see moving the motor if you're replacing the tranny with a transfer case and using a GRU on the motor. I don't think moving the motor makes it look any more scale since you've still got that huge transmission sitting down there. So really, all you're doing is killing your center of gravity for the sake of moving the motor. Many guys run a "divorced" transfer case setup so they have room for a full interior without having to cut it up to make room for the stock tranny. If you were to do it, it would be easiest to run a driveshaft from the motor to the input shaft where the spur gear would normally be. You'd then need a gear reduction unit to make up for the missing spur gear/pinion.
Posted on: 12/27/2011 4:54 PM by Author "K_B" in the forum "RC Rock Crawlers"
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RE: what truggy for racing?
Take into account local parts support unless you plan on getting parts strictly on-line. Also see what other guys are running at the track. It doesn't hurt to run what's popular at the track. Then you can copy other guy's setups (assuming guys aren't competitive jerks and will actually share that info) and if you break something you don't have and there's no shop nearby, you can mooch parts. I switched from Losi to Mugen a couple years ago. The Losi parts wear rather quick, but the truck as whole, is durable. The Mugen doesn't have flimsy arms. They're just more rigid by design. The upper/lower A-arms provide more precise steering at the cost of impact resistance. Losi just has a camber link up top which allows the whole assembly to flex more. Steering doesn't feel as precise, but in a crash, it provides alot more flex/movement, so the parts don't break. And generally, I don't break arms on the Mugen, I just blow out the hingepin bushings, which are cheap to replace. As a general rule, you can't go wrong with any of the major brands.
Posted on: 12/20/2011 11:45 AM by Author "K_B" in the forum "RC Truggy"
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RE: Truggy suspension pins
These might work: http://www.amainhobbies.com/product_info.php/cPath/1_25_1475_135/products_id/4220/n/Sportwerks-50mm-Rear-Outer-Hinge-Pins-2-Mayhem-Pro-RTR They don't give the diameter, but they use 3mm e-clips which leads me to believe the overall diameter is 4mm. I think most 1/8 scale inner hingepins are 4mm anyway.
Posted on: 11/29/2011 5:31 PM by Author "K_B" in the forum "RC Truggy"
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RE: fast help plz, hpi battery compatibility?
If that truck uses the EN-1 ESC like it says on HPI's website, the maximum input voltage is 8.4V, so 9.6 is a no-go.
Posted on: 11/21/2011 4:45 PM by Author "K_B" in the forum "RC Rock Crawlers"
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RE: What brand buggy is this?
That is definitely an OFNA model. Looks like an Ultra GT LX or a variation of that. http://www.ofna.com/ugtlx.html
Posted on: 11/21/2011 10:23 AM by Author "K_B" in the forum "RC 1/8th Scale Buggies"
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RE: Crawler
This thread is kinda old, but if the VXL mentioned is the VXL-3S, it does run brushed motors, according to A-Main Hobbies: http://www.amainhobbies.com/product_info.php/cPath/1_25_1466_735/products_id/146994/n/Traxxas-VXL-3S-Brushless-Electronic-Speed-Control-Waterproof
Posted on: 11/8/2011 12:04 PM by Author "K_B" in the forum "RC Rock Crawlers"
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RE: What to go with
If you're not competing, I find the scale stuff (Axial SCX10) to be quite a bit of fun for backyard bashing. But in the end, you gotta get what appeals to you. If you like the 1/8 Super Class stuff, by all means go for it. I'm a little leary of the quality of bigger stuff out there. It seems most RTR 1/8 crawlers are made by Integy which has a dubious reputation in both quality and for getting replacement parts. The RedCat might be your best bet, but I'd be worried about finding parts for it too. Either way, be prepared to McGuyver together parts if it needs to be fixed down the road.
Posted on: 10/27/2011 5:50 PM by Author "K_B" in the forum "RC Rock Crawlers"
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RE: Strongest axles?
Sounds to me like all you need is an 1/8 buggy. But if you wanna do straight axles, look into Kyosho Mad Force axles. They're bigger, but you can narrow them if needed and they use 1/8 scale internals.
Posted on: 10/16/2011 4:17 PM by Author "K_B" in the forum "RC Rock Crawlers"
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RE: Toe inout settings?
At such slow speeds, toe-in/ out doesn't do a thing for a crawler. How sharp you can turn is ultimately limited by the steering range of the knuckles. Ackermann angle is probably more important than anything. For example, the Losi Comp Crawler runs a "zero ackermann" steering setup so that both tires turn the same amount through the entire range of steering motion. It also runs ZERO TOE ANGLE. If you run toe-out, the outside tire will fight the inside tire because it's not turning as sharp as the inside tire and that's what is called "ackermann angle". 4WD vehicles such as 1/8 buggies, 1/10 buggies, truggies and touring cars are completely different animals. That's where toe comes into play. Just because something is 4WD doesn't mean they're all set up the same. You run with all the diffs locked in an 1/8 buggy?
Posted on: 10/14/2011 1:51 PM by Author "K_B" in the forum "RC Rock Crawlers"
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RE: Toe inout settings?
Toe settings are only useful in high speed applications. Toe-in helps the vehicle track straight, toe-out helps turn-in. On a rock crawler, all it does is effect your endpoint settings on the radio (if there is such a thing on the radio for the Rockslide). I would adjust it so each wheel has zero degrees of toe and leave it.
Posted on: 10/12/2011 5:21 PM by Author "K_B" in the forum "RC Rock Crawlers"
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RE: E-RC8B or E-Kyosho Inferno?
If the Kyosho you are referring to is the MP9E, I personally couldn't justify spending almost twice what the RC8B costs. It certainly isn't twice as good as the RC8. I say go with Associated. "Best" is purely subjective. For me, the "best" is Mugen. But I have my own reasons for that.
Posted on: 10/10/2011 5:45 PM by Author "K_B" in the forum "RC 1/8th Scale Buggies"
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RE: Losi 8ight conversion
[quote]ORIGINAL: HimmlerHimself If you are referring to my sig then I am not talking about nitro/electric, I am talking about setups, dialing it in for racing. people always have something to say about Traxxas having horrible handling, yet mine keeps up with anything in its class on the track.  I do not understand where you are coming from with this anyway, all I am asking for is advice and info on this buggy. I could honestly care less about why you think people switch to electric. Id prefer it anyways, year-round racing (indoors/out), equal or better power, less BS and more cutting faster times. Its all personal preference. [/quote] Welcome to RCUnivervse! Land of the oddballs and useless posts [:D] I've never run an electric 8ight, but I start with a setup off Losi's website for my old nitro 8ight. http://www.tlracing.com/Products/Default.aspx?ProdId=LOSA0807#prodSetups
Posted on: 9/27/2011 11:55 AM by Author "K_B" in the forum "RC 1/8th Scale Buggies"
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RE: best motor esc combo
What kind of battery to plan on running? Voltage makes a significant difference in the top speed. If you can run a 3S lipo, that 35T motor is quite speedy. I would definitely stick with the FXR ESC regardless of what motor you choose. It's small so it's easier to cram into tight spots. I use a 27T stock motor in SCX10 on a 2S lipo and it goes about as fast as the Wraith RTR, but a 3S lipo with a 35T motor is faster.
Posted on: 9/26/2011 1:42 PM by Author "K_B" in the forum "RC Rock Crawlers"
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RE: Rockslide Dual battery voltage?
I said [b]IF[/b] the ESC isn't designed to run 14V. In other words, I would be more concerned about the ESC than the motors. Frankly, I'd be concerned about the thing holding up in general considering the dubious quality and spotty parts support of RedCat stuff.
Posted on: 9/23/2011 4:39 PM by Author "K_B" in the forum "RC Rock Crawlers"
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RE: Rockslide Dual battery voltage?
Your ESC will most likely be what goes up in smoke if you double the voltage (batteries in series); unless the ESC is designed to handle 14V.
Posted on: 9/23/2011 3:07 PM by Author "K_B" in the forum "RC Rock Crawlers"
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RE: 2.4's and water?
2.4Ghz frequency has a problem with penetrating water. If you check out Spektrum's website, the specifically state which radios/receivers are marine compatible. I think most of Spektrum's current stuff is marine compatible. In a boat, I think the trick to it is that the receiver has two antennas so that no matter how it's situated in the water, one antenna is always above the water line.
Posted on: 9/15/2011 3:31 PM by Author "K_B" in the forum "RC Rock Crawlers"
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RE: nitro buggy help
I just saw an article in the current issue of RC Car Action. All you have to do is drill a hole further out for one of the tank posts.
Posted on: 9/12/2011 1:03 PM by Author "K_B" in the forum "RC 1/8th Scale Buggies"
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RE: nitro buggy help
If you're tough on cars and expect to be breaking stuff, I'd get something that you can get parts for easily. If the local shop doesn't carry Exceed stuff, then I'd get something they carry parts for. Personally (and I think others would agree) I would stick with more mainstream brands.
Posted on: 9/9/2011 3:37 PM by Author "K_B" in the forum "RC 1/8th Scale Buggies"
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RE: losi comp crawler
Is this just for backyard bashing/casual crawling? The Losi is really meant for competing. It does not like brushed motors. They get really hot, really fast. Even my brushless setup gets pretty damn hot running longer than about 10 minutes at a time. Battery life is relatively short for a crawler. The typical 1100-1500mah packs that guys run only last about 20 minutes whereas they'll last upwards of 45 minutes in an AX-10. Like I said, they're meant for competition where you typically only run for about 5 minutes at a time. The Losi has a built-in dig unit that requires you to have a 3rd servo. Even if you don't use the dig, the servo needs to be there to keep the dig from slipping outta gear. On the plus side, it is a pretty kick-ass crawler. Competitively speaking, it blows the AX-10 outta the water. But just for casual backyard crawling, the AX-10 is probably the way to go. It's very versatile. It will run just fine on brushed motors and it will run for a long time on small 1100mah batteries.
Posted on: 8/31/2011 12:46 PM by Author "K_B" in the forum "RC Rock Crawlers"
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RE: Anyone know what buggy this is?
[quote]ORIGINAL: jmaxey51 looks like OFNA Hyper 7 PBS or possibly violator  ....  looks like someone just changed the aluminum parts to orange. .... take wheels off, that will help more narrow more. [/quote] I'm pretty sure it's the Hong Nor version of the Violator called the Speed 9.5. The only difference between them is the orange anodizing. It seems the PBS front suspension may have been either an earlier or later version. Mine had C-hub suspension, but various images on Google show it with both. Upon further research, the PBS was an upgrade.
Posted on: 8/25/2011 3:53 PM by Author "K_B" in the forum "RC 1/8th Scale Buggies"
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RE: Duratrax Axis Help
Tower hobbies has both a complete carb and just the carb body: http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/WTI0095P?FVSEARCH=torq+.21
Posted on: 8/22/2011 1:13 PM by Author "K_B" in the forum "RC 1/8th Scale Buggies"
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RE: Brushless motor questions
I'm no expert with robots by any means, but don't you usually use stepper motors or gearmotors for robot applications? Those would provide much more accurate movement. As for the Castle motors, they are unsensored, so they have a tendency to cog at low RPMs. The kV essentially means "RPMs per volt". So if you're running 6V, a 4200kv motor spins over 24,000 rpms. Which would be way outta the range you're looking for. And there would be no torque without some sort of transmission/gear-reduction. You might want to look at Novak's 1/18 crawler ESC/motor instead. It's sensored, so the low speed control will be better. And if you hook it to some sort of gear reduction, you can get decent torque out of it and keep it within the RPM range you're looking for.
Posted on: 8/4/2011 8:34 PM by Author "K_B" in the forum "RC Rock Crawlers"
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RE: Axial SCX 10
You can get the Goat 3S with the 18.5T crawler motor. It'll scoot on 3S lipo and still crawl well. Or save yourself a little dough and go with a Tekin FXR brushed ESC and a 35T brushed motor. Same (if not better) performance than the brushless system and a bit cheaper.
Posted on: 8/1/2011 3:57 PM by Author "K_B" in the forum "RC Rock Crawlers"
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RE: Reputable R/C brands and models? ? ?
I wouldn't recommend nitro either. Just the other day I was down at the track and there was a father/son at the track with a nitro stadium truck. The dad spent most of the time trying to "work out the kinks" as he put it. We helped him get it running, but by then, the kid had that "this is lame" look on his face :)
Posted on: 7/21/2011 10:13 AM by Author "K_B" in the forum "RC Truggy"
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RE: Aluminum Linkages
How many did you purchase? Just a pair? The look like camber links. The ones that go from the shock tower to the wheel hub. You would use the existing nuts/bolts to attach them to the car.
Posted on: 7/18/2011 5:29 PM by Author "K_B" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
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