RE: Old School Tornado Xp Parts
Looking at the clutches... I see they have a plastic one now? What are the benefits/drawbacks of a plastic clutch over the aluminum one? Less wear on the clutch bell or something? Any difference in performance?
Posted on: 1/31/2011 9:30 PM by Author "Popper252" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
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RE: Old School Tornado Xp Parts
Hey thanks for the help guys! I got crafty tonight after work and switched the connectors and plugged the batteries directly into the receiver. [:D] I'll check out the shack tomorrow and if there's nothing there I'll just go ahead and order that part. Man I forgot how much fun/pain in the ass these things are to tune! Right now it just wants to take off on me when I start it. I tried adjusting the idler screw but anything that even resembles a regular idle just cuts it off. I have an updraded Futaba radio that has some trim controls that allow me to fine tune the throttle. Ended up having to use that to get things manageable. Still not able to idle very well but that's ok. And yeah I checked my clutch spring and it is fine. I remember that was one of the first things I switched out when I got this thing. Although you think that over time the spring itself might have weakened? Maybe I need a stronger one to keep the two clutch plates together? Hmm... Anyway, It was getting late and I'm sure the neighbors were tired of hearing my buggy revving around at full bore [8D] Tomorrows another day!
Posted on: 1/31/2011 9:25 PM by Author "Popper252" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
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Old School Tornado Xp Parts
Hey guys, long time no post. Well about 2 or 3 years ago I put my Tornado away due to other obligations. This weekend I decided to take it out of hibernation and see if the old thing still ran. I ran over to the hobby shop got some nitro fuel, a glow plug, and some fresh batteries for the radio. After oiling the motor a bit and making sure things were spinning smoothly it fired right back up! I was honestly pretty surprised. Just goes to show you how important throwing some after run oil in the motor is. Now my only problem is that the on/off switch on my battery box seems to be corroded and cuts in and out meaning I lose my radio. Needless to say I didn't really get a chance to drive it at all. I was thinking about just bypassing the switch but I wanted to see if there was any other way to get a new one before splicing the wires. I can't seem to find the switch itself on the redcat racing site and was wondering if anyone had any suggestions. Anyways, I'm looking forward to getting my buggy up and running at full speed again. It's been a long time since I've gotten a good whiff of used nitro fuel. Feels good man. Also I haven't had a good look at Redcats lineup since I stopped driving my buggy back in 2007. I'm really impressed and happy to see that the company is still going strong. Way to go guys.
Posted on: 1/31/2011 4:30 PM by Author "Popper252" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
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RE: SUPPRISE ! lmao
Haha wow, that's one lucky brother you have there. A tad bit spoiled... but lucky :) And since you seem to be rolling in dough, i'd love a new hurricane xp Thanks 'Brah' [8D]
Posted on: 11/9/2006 2:22 PM by Author "Popper252" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
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RE: pullstart upgrade for volcano stx
So far so good on the HPI gears. The teeth just keep thier shape a lot better than the stock bell so there's less chance of them shaving down the plastic gears. And if you end up not liking the two speed you could always just purchase a one speed transmission later on and install that. That way you get the bigger engine in the xp.
Posted on: 11/8/2006 2:58 PM by Author "Popper252" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
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RE: pullstart upgrade for volcano stx
If you still wanna go the pullstart route hpi makes a pullstart that is a direct swap with the stock one. Check out this thread for the part number and stuff http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/m_4068240/tm.htm
Posted on: 11/7/2006 1:44 PM by Author "Popper252" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
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RE: A little fun TST style!!!
lol i love the zoom in on the bike. Also the missed ramp run. Those are always good. Nice job man
Posted on: 11/7/2006 1:26 PM by Author "Popper252" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
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RE: My new Torpeda Pro!
Hmm the steering servo that originally came with it may be beefier than the s3003. I'm not sure though. You may wanna ask the guys on the 1/8th buggy thread. For the throttle servo go ahead and use the futaba. It's going to be stronger.
Posted on: 11/3/2006 2:52 PM by Author "Popper252" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
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RE: Professional opions wanted
What are you talking about when you say clutch belt? I'm not sure what you're referring to exactly.
Posted on: 11/1/2006 8:48 PM by Author "Popper252" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
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RE: My new Torpeda Pro!
Great pics man. Thanks for sharing :) As for the radio, I'm pretty sure FM will beat AM anytime.
Posted on: 11/1/2006 12:19 PM by Author "Popper252" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
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RE: Michgan Or Ohio State?
Haha I hear ya man. It's gonna be an awesome game! Oh and comparing the buckeyes to a subpar Usc kinda hurt my feelings... There's a difference btwn scraping a win together every week(usc) and then demolishing your opponents(osu). The one cool thing about that beaver win was all the great jokes that came out of it. The Beaver Defense is Impenetrable. Even by Trojans. haha.... woo I'm happy it's football season.
Posted on: 10/31/2006 12:29 PM by Author "Popper252" in the forum "Off Topic Forum - Cars, Trucks, Buggies and more"
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RE: Lightning or Rapida
If you want the bigger engine go with the himoto. They're exactly the same cars. You could buy parts from either company and they'd work.
Posted on: 10/31/2006 12:25 PM by Author "Popper252" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
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RE: where is everyone
What happened to the r/c? Chubbysuncle, you may have the jeep.... but we can still go outside in shorts and a shirt sleeve shirt... Oh... and we have her: [image]http://www.jennsterger.net/pictures/albums/jenn-sterger/jenn_sterger_12.sized.jpg[/image] Kinda makes me proud to be a 'nole
Posted on: 10/30/2006 9:47 AM by Author "Popper252" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
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RE: Michgan Or Ohio State?
Hey nantucket, as a wolverine fan i'm sure you're already used to failure so I'm sure that loss to the cardinals wasn't that bad for ya :) Get ready for another one on november the 18th [8D]
Posted on: 10/30/2006 9:44 AM by Author "Popper252" in the forum "Off Topic Forum - Cars, Trucks, Buggies and more"
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RE: 1/10 Buggy Compatible Parts
Yeah zach, that's def. the clutch spring. Check out the first page of the FAQ thread for a really thorough guide on how to replace it. good luck man.
Posted on: 10/30/2006 9:42 AM by Author "Popper252" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
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RE: where is everyone
Man i wish i had a jeep to play with. Send one down my way buddy. I'll put it to good use. [:D]
Posted on: 10/26/2006 11:37 PM by Author "Popper252" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
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RE: futaba radios?
lol craptacular poofest... very well put :) Yeah look into the Futaba PH or the 2PL There's a guy on ebay that sells the PH for 47 dollars. That includes shipping and everything. I think it's money well spent.
Posted on: 10/26/2006 12:27 PM by Author "Popper252" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
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RE: anyone in colorado?
Hmmm, there's a thread somewhere in here where everyone listed where they lived and stuff. I tried searching but i couldn't find it.... maybe you'll have better luck. P.S. It's a great resource for all those Nitro stalkers.
Posted on: 10/23/2006 3:47 PM by Author "Popper252" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
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RE: Michgan Or Ohio State?
Well if cheaty mc cheat-a-lot keeps on rubbing stuff on his hands who knows...
Posted on: 10/23/2006 3:43 PM by Author "Popper252" in the forum "Off Topic Forum - Cars, Trucks, Buggies and more"
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RE: Michgan Or Ohio State?
Wow this is an easy one.... [image]http://www.tasco-safety.com/all-sports-team-hard-hats/ncaa/pix/971020OHI.jpg[/image] I'm making the 17 hr drive to ohio to watch this game :) Woooo
Posted on: 10/22/2006 12:42 PM by Author "Popper252" in the forum "Off Topic Forum - Cars, Trucks, Buggies and more"
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RE: another sv Q
Yeah hobby town should carry all the parts. If not they'll gladly order them for you (that way you don't have to pay shipping). Just be sure to have the hpi part numbers on hand so you get the right parts. You don't have to mod anything at all. You just remove your stock clutch bell, pop the bearings out and save all the washers. Then just screw the two gears onto the hpi bell and replace the bearings and washers. Tighten the end screw and you're good to go.
Posted on: 10/20/2006 9:58 PM by Author "Popper252" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
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RE: 2 speed drive clutch
that looks really close to the stock setup. Can someone measure the diameter of the shaft that it slides onto? It looks like that hole is too big. It says the inner diameter is 8.3mm. Just off the top of my head i don't think it'll fit.
Posted on: 10/20/2006 9:54 PM by Author "Popper252" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
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RE: 1/10 Buggy Compatible Parts
The 2 speed transmission you can pick up from either: www.topspeedtoys.com or www.clermontmotorsports.com Also directly from the redcatracing website. The hpi clutchbell you can purchase from tower hobbies. If you go back to page 4 of this thread I have those links posted there. You can also find those hpi parts at your local hobby shop. Hope that helps.
Posted on: 10/20/2006 9:50 PM by Author "Popper252" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
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RE: tornado xp radio glitch
yeah the 2pl has the charging jack incase you wanted to put rechargeables in it. Apparently charred meat off a bbq will give you cancer too, but that's not stopping me [:D]
Posted on: 10/20/2006 9:47 PM by Author "Popper252" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
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RE: where is everyone
lol I get a good laugh everytime i read that.
Posted on: 10/20/2006 9:46 PM by Author "Popper252" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
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RE: 1/10 Buggy Compatible Parts
Yeah it's a 2 speed clutchbell. It works with the 2 speed transmission that redcat offers.
Posted on: 10/20/2006 3:07 PM by Author "Popper252" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
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RE: another sv Q
Yup that's a two speed. 1st gear is gold and 2nd gear is purple. The clutch bell is the black part that it all screws on to. I got everything for a little more than 15 bucks at my lhs. Yeah that's more than a stock redcat clutchbell but you won't have to be buying a new one every few tanks. Also you'll save yourself from stripping gears constantly. Also if one of the parts happens to go bad it's really easy to replace a gear rather than having to buy a whole new unit.
Posted on: 10/20/2006 3:06 PM by Author "Popper252" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
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RE: tornado xp radio glitch
Did you replace both the hand held transmitter and the reciever in the car? It sounds like you only replaced the transmitter and the reciever is having trouble.
Posted on: 10/20/2006 3:02 PM by Author "Popper252" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
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RE: What Could be wrong?
the stock 2 speed is 16/21 The hpi is 17/22 A little bit more top end but you'll hardly notice it. Working great so far.
Posted on: 10/19/2006 11:00 PM by Author "Popper252" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
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RE: Hello to all and Quick Question
I use 90% isopropynol. Pretty much the same thing as the denatured stuff. You can find it at wallyworld or anyother store for the most part.
Posted on: 10/19/2006 10:59 PM by Author "Popper252" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
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