RE: Official HPI Savage Flux XS thread...
I use a hobbywing 80A esc with no problem once you remove the stock esc mount. just zip tie it down. [quote]ORIGINAL: sparky 25 [quote]ORIGINAL: Foxy So I'm thinking of finally getting an SS kit, anything I should know? [/quote] Don't do as I did, ordered a toro 80a esc to find it won't fit in the very tight space allocated for the esc on the xs, Most 60a esc fit without issues though, Have yet to run mine as I'm waiting on the 60a esc to arrive, [/quote]
Posted on: 9/9/2012 6:47 AM by Author "billymare" in the forum "1/16th, 1/18th, Mini & Micro RC Cars"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11222626

RE: T-maxx Front and Rear Center CVD Steel
Yeah, the rear center shaft didn't survive a 6S brushless conversion LOL.... I ordered the 4949R's I hope they fit. In the pic, they both look the same length. The rear center shaft is a little longer on my truck. I dont need the brake hex as I'm brushless now. I locked the trans in 2nd and installed a FOC.
Posted on: 6/27/2012 5:25 PM by Author "billymare" in the forum "Traxxas Monster Truck forum"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11134416

RE: T-maxx Front and Rear Center CVD Steel
Where woud I find info on the hpi / revo dirveshaft mod? [quote]ORIGINAL: jetspeedz I ordered the HPI and Revo parts for the rear center steel driveshaft conversion and I would also like to update the front center to stell as well. I have a 4908 model. Any help or suggestions is appreciated. I was told to stay way from Integy and MIP so What other options do i have to also make it steel? Thanks [/quote]
Posted on: 6/26/2012 1:56 PM by Author "billymare" in the forum "Traxxas Monster Truck forum"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11132805

RE: Can't tighten nuts
loosen 1 grub screw, remove the other, put hex's on till just touching the washer tighten 1 grub, locktite the other then install it, then remove previous grub, locktite that one. Put locktite (Blue on everything) the wheel nut. DO NOT super tighten the wheel nut. Find the sweet spot and repeat for the other 3 wheels. It is a lot of work but you will get better at it as you do this a few times.
Posted on: 6/12/2012 4:34 PM by Author "billymare" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11116083

RE: Can't tighten nuts
The trick is getting both of the grub screws on the hex pretty snug and lock tite the nut.
Posted on: 6/12/2012 12:52 PM by Author "billymare" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11115823

RE: twister xb/xtg and xb/xtg pro thread
[quote]ORIGINAL: volcanoman01 this is to billymare I would appreciate it if you could give me the part
Posted on: 6/12/2012 10:17 AM by Author "billymare" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11115647

RE: caldera 3.0 - wheels don't turn on the ground
]ORIGINAL: billymare When you re-installed the engine the mesh was not right. youtube can be your friend
Posted on: 6/9/2012 2:29 PM by Author "billymare" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11112552

RE: caldera 3.0 - wheels don't turn on the ground
When you re-installed the engine the mesh was not right. youtube can be your friend when you need to learn how to set mesh.... :)
Posted on: 6/8/2012 5:19 AM by Author "billymare" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11111058

RE: caldera 3.0 - wheels don't turn on the ground
Dude.... The Spur gear is stripped....
Posted on: 6/5/2012 4:18 PM by Author "billymare" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11107813

RE: twister xb/xtg and xb/xtg pro thread
I have the XTG Pro, the update's I did were the metal diff... A MUST!! the other things i did is to use the front steering arms and c hubs from a blitz, no mods required, now i can use any wheel with a 12MM hex! I have run 5000mAh 3S lipo in this and the plastic diff lasted 30 seconds. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MhI-q42SBUY&list=UUfeYue5ovV1YczwmwCBFL6A&index=4&feature=plcp
Posted on: 5/30/2012 5:15 PM by Author "billymare" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11098628

RE: twister xb/xtg and xb/xtg pro thread
No, the motor shaft is 5MM [quote]ORIGINAL: Microz Hey there. I have the Twister XTG Pro and would like to know, will traxxas and ECX pinion gears work on the XTG or do i need to buy some redcat ones? [/quote]
Posted on: 5/29/2012 4:44 PM by Author "billymare" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11099128

RE: SH 3.0 redcat
looks about right....
Posted on: 5/29/2012 10:00 AM by Author "billymare" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11098633

RE: Official HPI Savage Flux XS thread...
Mine has been holding up fantastic..... in a lighter car and on 2S LOL
Posted on: 5/29/2012 9:38 AM by Author "billymare" in the forum "1/16th, 1/18th, Mini & Micro RC Cars"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11098611

RE: Official HPI Savage Flux XS thread...
Looking to do a speed run... [quote]ORIGINAL: rologti [quote]ORIGINAL: billymare But i am sooooo tempted [:D] [/quote] Go Go Go Go....Go for it!!!!!!!!!!!!......but video..PLEASE!!!!!...would love to see how does it runs with 4S...[:D][:D][:D][:D] Thinking in speed runs or bashing??? [/quote]
Posted on: 4/26/2012 7:55 AM by Author "billymare" in the forum "1/16th, 1/18th, Mini & Micro RC Cars"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11057457

RE: Official HPI Savage Flux XS thread...
But i am sooooo tempted [:D]
Posted on: 4/26/2012 7:39 AM by Author "billymare" in the forum "1/16th, 1/18th, Mini & Micro RC Cars"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11057429

RE: Official HPI Savage Flux XS thread...
I am running the stock motor with a hobbywing 80A esc. i havn't run it on 4S yet...... I don't know if the motor can handle it...
Posted on: 4/26/2012 7:17 AM by Author "billymare" in the forum "1/16th, 1/18th, Mini & Micro RC Cars"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11057408

RE: Long Body Posts for Caldera's
not a problem, Kurt is a great guy, knows what he's doing... he will take care of you..
Posted on: 4/25/2012 12:36 PM by Author "billymare" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11056440

RE: Long Body Posts for Caldera's
Kurt at URCHobby.com has these i used... http://www.urchobby.com/proddetail.php?prod=904-016
Posted on: 4/24/2012 3:57 PM by Author "billymare" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11055306

RE: DESTROYED FRONT GEAR HOUSING
That's all part of the hobby..... fixing and crashing... :)
Posted on: 4/19/2012 10:17 AM by Author "billymare" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11048617

RE: *Official* Caldera 10E Video, Picture And Discussion Thread
Contact Kurt at URCHobby.com He has all kinds of great replacement servos for the Caldera...
Posted on: 4/8/2012 4:23 AM by Author "billymare" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11032735

RE: Official HPI Savage Flux XS thread...
Anybody ever have shipping issues with Tbone Racing?
Posted on: 3/21/2012 4:10 AM by Author "billymare" in the forum "1/16th, 1/18th, Mini & Micro RC Cars"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11009250

RE: Redcat=WindHobby?
Nope.... that kit is for the BSD trucks... like the Caldera and any of the 8E's URCHobby sells....
Posted on: 3/21/2012 4:04 AM by Author "billymare" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11009247

RE: *Official* Caldera 10E Video, Picture And Discussion Thread
Kurt at URCHobby.com is the man to buy from!!!! [quote]ORIGINAL: PetRock Hi all, I'm hoping this is the thread for the entire Caldera line: I just bought a SC 10E and so far it has been great! Some problems with the steering, but I'll ask support about it. I've started to write up a review with pictures here. Where does everyone order their parts from? Should I be looking for Exceed/BSD/Himoto parts as well? Thanks! [/quote]
Posted on: 3/18/2012 1:53 PM by Author "billymare" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11005728

RE: Official HPI Savage Flux XS thread...
I havn't clocked mine yet, but I run a 80A ESC on 4S.... pretty quick
Posted on: 3/8/2012 7:17 AM by Author "billymare" in the forum "1/16th, 1/18th, Mini & Micro RC Cars"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10991317

RE: Official HPI Savage Flux XS thread...
It would have to be a really small one [quote]ORIGINAL: hereticgod [quote]ORIGINAL: t9dragon How in the heck would you fit a 4s in the battery compartment? [/quote] I have seen people using two small 2s 2200mah together, they do fit. But yeah I don't think you would ever get a 4s in there. [/quote]
Posted on: 3/3/2012 2:47 PM by Author "billymare" in the forum "1/16th, 1/18th, Mini & Micro RC Cars"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10985187

RE: Official HPI Savage Flux XS thread...
My ESC went up in smoke. Sent it in and HPI is sending me another... In the mean time I put in my 80 Amp ESC from 1 of my Redcat trucks..... This thing is a beast!!! And it's 4S ready, I just don't know if the stock motor will handle 4S.... [quote]ORIGINAL: fastgreen350 You are one of the few lucky ones then I guess. I just have that kind of luck with ESCs I guess, I bought a sidewinder sv2 for my merv and it was defective out of the box and Castle dosent have any in stock oh well. Also I just sent out my esc and motor due to the cogging. So I will be down for a while I guess. But I was thinking of getting a sc8 or something like that, and was wondering if any of you have just replaced the esc and kept the stock motor? If so, were you happy with it, and do ou think it will last that way? Thanks in advance for the input, just stuck in what I should do. [/quote]
Posted on: 3/3/2012 4:54 AM by Author "billymare" in the forum "1/16th, 1/18th, Mini & Micro RC Cars"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10984647

RE: Official HPI Savage Flux XS thread...
[:@] It seems HPI can't find my ESC after it was delivered on 2/17/12!!!! Has anybody had this experience?
Posted on: 2/28/2012 3:46 PM by Author "billymare" in the forum "1/16th, 1/18th, Mini & Micro RC Cars"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10980521

RE: pull starter broke please help
Check out Kurt at URCHobby.com
Posted on: 2/27/2012 10:57 AM by Author "billymare" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10978455

RE: Official HPI Savage Flux XS thread...
Well HPI has had my ESC for a few days now and I havn't heard from them.... What has been evrybody else's turn around time?
Posted on: 2/23/2012 7:04 PM by Author "billymare" in the forum "1/16th, 1/18th, Mini & Micro RC Cars"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10973123

RE: Getting back in to RC's... Redcat options?
[quote]ORIGINAL: rsw007 Urchobby. Com [/quote] X2
Posted on: 2/21/2012 8:42 AM by Author "billymare" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10969048