RE: -=OFFICIAL HPI FIRESTORM THREAD=-
I have been using Blue thunder 30% in my O.S CVR and I am running a bit low on fuel. Can I run O'Donnell 20% and just retune or do need to rebreakin the motor with 20%. Or should i just stick with 30% fuels? Thanks
Posted on: 8/15/2009 3:54 PM by Author "bushhiker" in the forum "RC Nitro Stadium Trucks"
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RE: -=OFFICIAL HPI FIRESTORM THREAD=-
All you basically need to do is take the top deck off then you will be able to put some lock tite on the nut ant tighten it. I gained all my R/C knowledge from this forum just read the past 50 pages or so and you will learn a lot. [quote]ORIGINAL: nitro-rob Standback - wilecoyote already addressed this after you asked twice. This is covered several times in the forum, almost every five pages on average. The forum is here to handle new questions as well as provide a history of questions and technical issues to look back on. I am not trying to sound snotty here but there is 195 pages of documented questions here at your disposal - if you want our insight please take the time to read back as well. There are no standard instructions for tightening the servo saver - you know where the nut is so just clear things out of the way until you can reach the nut Then put loctite on it. [/quote]
Posted on: 8/11/2009 11:09 PM by Author "bushhiker" in the forum "RC Nitro Stadium Trucks"
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RE: -=OFFICIAL HPI FIRESTORM THREAD=-
Isnt that the same as locking the diff? [quote]ORIGINAL: nitro-rob Thats fine - I use 300,000 so don't worry. [/quote]
Posted on: 8/10/2009 11:11 PM by Author "bushhiker" in the forum "RC Nitro Stadium Trucks"
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RE: -=OFFICIAL HPI FIRESTORM THREAD=-
I have noticed the my diff is very loose and i decided i will rebuild it can i use 7000 weight oil or is that too thick?
Posted on: 8/9/2009 11:10 PM by Author "bushhiker" in the forum "RC Nitro Stadium Trucks"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9003610

RE: Anyone Own a RT-X 27?
Yes, I am so there are two inserts a yellow one which is the smallist and a red one that is larger. Can you run it with out an insert? Also Do you think I should go 16 tooth I want a wheelie but i dont care if it barelly wheelies or it almost flips. thanks
Posted on: 8/5/2009 10:54 AM by Author "bushhiker" in the forum "RC Monster Trucks"
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RE: Anyone Own a RT-X 27?
I finally got around to re-assembling my front diff it spins so smooth now(there is no longer that tight gear feeling). I am thinking of replacing my rear diff too [8|]and putting fresh oil, bearing, and gears but I don't have money now. I am also putting a axial .28 w. a 17 tooth bell.[sm=lol.gif] does anyone have any tips on running or installing the motor. also what are the crab restrictions for? thanks
Posted on: 8/4/2009 11:29 PM by Author "bushhiker" in the forum "RC Monster Trucks"
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RE: Anyone Own a RT-X 27?
I just bought an axial .28, a savage 3 shoe clutch, and a axial 17 tooth clutch bell. Is 17 too high to do a wheelie or should I have gotten a 16. I have Pro-line Big-joe tires if it makes any difference. thanks
Posted on: 8/1/2009 9:58 AM by Author "bushhiker" in the forum "RC Monster Trucks"
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RE: -=OFFICIAL HPI FIRESTORM THREAD=-
Your brake pad should last at least 1/2 gallon I am on my 2nd gallon and it's still good. Is your brake dragging or set too tight ?
Posted on: 7/25/2009 2:32 PM by Author "bushhiker" in the forum "RC Nitro Stadium Trucks"
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RE: -=OFFICIAL HPI FIRESTORM THREAD=-
I took my Storm out today for the first time in at least a month and i forgot how much fun this thing was!! It took me about a quarter tank to get a good tune on it (never reached above 222)!! But I have a slight problem if i idle it for about 10 seconds then punch the throttle it sounds like it hesitates for a few seconds or so then launches off into a Block long wheelie. (I have a O.S. CVR) I am pretty sure it has to do with the low speed either to rich or to lean . How do I accurately tune the low-speed ? I am running Blue thunder 30% sport with o Donnell medium cold plug. (temps outside are in the 80's) thanks
Posted on: 7/20/2009 10:44 PM by Author "bushhiker" in the forum "RC Nitro Stadium Trucks"
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RE: -=OFFICIAL HPI FIRESTORM THREAD=-
[quote]ORIGINAL: hollow_point hey where do u guys order replacement tires for these trucks? or are there any other specific brands/makes that are better? my rear ones are shot and i would need something similar. on a good note, i tuned my truck today, and as a result, my rear tires are now done<img src=''http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/js/fckeditor/editor/images/smiley/msn/regular_smile.gif'' alt='''' />. they are basically slicks. night and day now with this thing. way more punchy and im not having the problem where when i would brake the engine would die. the idle is much more stable now and it makes very good temps. i did about 10 wheelies in front of my house today. my rear wing was acting as a wheelie bar, lol. cant wait till my actual wheelie bar gets here, especially now. the acceleration is much better, and its a lot smoother at high speeds. couldnt beleive the difference this made [/quote] It really all depends on what surface you are mostly running your car if you want more ground clearance or if you want it to be closer to the ground. I have these tires and they are a great all-terrain. you will definetly get more traction than those stock tires. http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXEXA3&P=ML on these wheels http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXWX57&P=7 dont forget glue http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXFHY1&P=7
Posted on: 7/19/2009 12:09 PM by Author "bushhiker" in the forum "RC Nitro Stadium Trucks"
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RE: Anyone Own a RT-X 27?
[quote]ORIGINAL: CDN_Crippler Finally satisfied with my RT-X27. Got rid of the Super Pooper and got a SH .28! [/quote] Now all your need is some bigger tires, I personally have these and they are MUCH bigger than the stock truggy ties and have a wider tread that gets better bite in a variety of surfaces (Big Joe) http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXDCW1 (Wheels) http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXPEC5 These are even bigger than the big Joe and are great for all-terrain (my buddy has the Moads now, I have the big joe) (moab) http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXJGS0&P=ML
Posted on: 7/10/2009 11:41 PM by Author "bushhiker" in the forum "RC Monster Trucks"
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RE: Anyone Own a RT-X 27?
Can u give me a link to the "slime" i cant find what your are taking about at my LHS?
Posted on: 6/27/2009 10:25 PM by Author "bushhiker" in the forum "RC Monster Trucks"
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RE: Anyone Own a RT-X 27?
I took the rear diff apart today and wow what a job! There seemed to be grease in it but not much the "Differential Pinion Gear" seemed to be a bit worn and sharp I got 7000 weight oil is that ok to use? also do i fill both the differential case and all around the pinion gear [quote]ORIGINAL: bushhiker How do you check to see if  the diffs have oil? Remove and disasemble them? [quote
Posted on: 6/23/2009 10:36 PM by Author "bushhiker" in the forum "RC Monster Trucks"
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RE: Anyone Own a RT-X 27?
If the gears are worn out from using my truck w/out oil in them do i replace them using stock parts or is there any aftermarket replacement that is better than duratrax?
Posted on: 6/21/2009 11:35 PM by Author "bushhiker" in the forum "RC Monster Trucks"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8870330

RE: Anyone Own a RT-X 27?
How do you check to see if the diffs have oil? Remove and disasemble them? [quote]ORIGINAL: ALFFA164 Have you checked if the diffs has some oil? My diffs came completely dry (a few years ago) and thats te way they were coming out of the factory. Have you also checked for bearings? If depends on how you "feel the gears", if your bearing got wet and you didnt clean them afterwards, then it would be worth to check if they move freely. Spin one tire forward and the other backwards, then hold one tire and spin the other in both ways, then repeat the same for the other tire. Then spin both tires forward and then backwards... if you "feel the gears" in every test then it is the diffs for sure. Its a pain to take out the diffs but i think you might have to do that. Get back to us with your report. [/quote]
Posted on: 6/20/2009 5:00 PM by Author "bushhiker" in the forum "RC Monster Trucks"
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RE: Anyone Own a RT-X 27?
Hey guys, i am new to this forum and have been reading the past 20 pages or so. i just bought a RT-X about 3 months ago and think i have a problem when the truckis held off the ground and i spin the rear wheels i can literly feel the gears and it is a bit stiff. the front wheels are a lot smother. i think this is a diff problem? it has been a problem since day 1 but it is starting to bother me now. are the diffs bad or what ? thanks in advance for your hep
Posted on: 6/19/2009 3:39 PM by Author "bushhiker" in the forum "RC Monster Trucks"
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RE: -=OFFICIAL HPI FIRESTORM THREAD=-
[quote]ORIGINAL: disjaukifa [quote]ORIGINAL: fasty you can get a new motor from hpi for 65 buck if you sent your old 1 to them. [/quote] Has anyone here every done that through HPI? I was considering does that for my Firestorm seeing as the engine has a ton of us out of it and I figure it will need to be replaced soon. Thanks Disjaukifa [/quote] This would give you a good excuse to buy a OS CV-R I got that engine and man that thing has power. It blows the stock motor away (defently beats a Jato) Its on Tower for $130 (worth every penny) http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXGGP7&P=SM
Posted on: 5/13/2009 10:10 PM by Author "bushhiker" in the forum "RC Nitro Stadium Trucks"
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RE: -=OFFICIAL HPI FIRESTORM THREAD=-
Which do you guys think is better aluminum clutch shoes or composite/Teflon shoes. Does aluminum grab more and result in more off- the- line power or are they not worth the maintenance? Thanks
Posted on: 4/10/2009 8:32 PM by Author "bushhiker" in the forum "RC Nitro Stadium Trucks"
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RE: -=OFFICIAL HPI FIRESTORM THREAD=-
[quote]ORIGINAL: firestorm2009 Okay thank you. So it should be running around 225 for good performance without damaging the motor? [/quote] That's perfect but a litter hotter is also fine but don't go above 250
Posted on: 4/4/2009 9:23 PM by Author "bushhiker" in the forum "RC Nitro Stadium Trucks"
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RE: -=OFFICIAL HPI FIRESTORM THREAD=-
[quote]ORIGINAL: firestorm2009 Anyone applied any upgrades that they love. I have put proline tires black dish wheels. new shocks. front and rear. carbon top chasis, aluminum c hubs and aluminum a arm mounts. i love the truck its amazing. I am have issues with the tuning thou. Anyone help me out. thanks Firestorm2009. [/quote] First and foremost warm up the truck by doing some medium speed passes (only tune when engine is hot) If you invest in a Inferred temperature gun (about $20 on www.towerhobbies.com) your engine should be around 220-250. if it is too hot richen it by just a small amount and run the truck for a minute or so and check again if it is too cold lean it by just small amount. Also consult the Firestorm Manuel http://www.hpiracing.com/manuals/pdf/10510.pdf link to temp gun http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXEMG5&P=7
Posted on: 4/4/2009 9:20 PM by Author "bushhiker" in the forum "RC Nitro Stadium Trucks"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8647561

RE: -=OFFICIAL HPI FIRESTORM THREAD=-
Hey guys I got a question here... I have the CVR (Its awesome) and in the Manuel it says to not use fuel with less then 18% oil but fuel like o Donnell race blend (which i use ) does not state how much oil it has it it safe to use? Also Trinity Platinum, Monster horse power, and Monster brew have 8% for platinum, 12% for monster, and 16% for Monster brew. I have heard these are good fuels but I dont want to ruin my engines? what fuels do you guys recommend?
Posted on: 3/13/2009 4:15 PM by Author "bushhiker" in the forum "RC Nitro Stadium Trucks"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8574503

RE: -=OFFICIAL HPI FIRESTORM THREAD=-
Will the savage 2 speed be able to replace the entire transmition or is it too big?
Posted on: 3/4/2009 3:47 PM by Author "bushhiker" in the forum "RC Nitro Stadium Trucks"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8543693

RE: -=OFFICIAL HPI FIRESTORM THREAD=-
So do you think it would be worth it trying to fit it on the storm?
Posted on: 3/3/2009 9:54 PM by Author "bushhiker" in the forum "RC Nitro Stadium Trucks"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8541491

RE: -=OFFICIAL HPI FIRESTORM THREAD=-
Does anyone know if this 2-speed will fit the firestorm? (hopefully it will!!) http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXBTB6&P=7 I really want a 2-speed for more top-end without sacrificing bottomend.
Posted on: 3/3/2009 1:12 PM by Author "bushhiker" in the forum "RC Nitro Stadium Trucks"
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RE: -=OFFICIAL HPI FIRESTORM THREAD=-
When I was removing flywheel to replace the engine I acdently streched a clutch spring now its bent. I have the savage three-shoe. Will this work I think its the same diameter? http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXNYY3&P=7
Posted on: 2/15/2009 12:16 PM by Author "bushhiker" in the forum "RC Nitro Stadium Trucks"
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RE: -=OFFICIAL HPI FIRESTORM THREAD=-
Could some one please tell me how to do the heat-cycle method to break in a CV-RX.
Posted on: 2/14/2009 9:52 PM by Author "bushhiker" in the forum "RC Nitro Stadium Trucks"
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RE: -=OFFICIAL HPI FIRESTORM THREAD=-
[quote]ORIGINAL: fasty ok guys I need your help I am going to upgrade my motor. but not sure what 1. what I want is a derect drop in. i can make motor mounts.what moter do you all recomend. I see the 18 cr-vx but I dont want to do the shaft change. and what parts will I need for the motor you are pointing me to. like clutch flywheel or can i use the stock flywheel. I am willing to pay 100- 150 for the motor.and I am going to buy new so please dont try to sell me old motors. [/quote] you don't need to do a do a shaft change just screw this in front of the flywheel as you would the regular nut. http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXM720&P=6
Posted on: 2/13/2009 5:47 PM by Author "bushhiker" in the forum "RC Nitro Stadium Trucks"
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RE: -=OFFICIAL HPI FIRESTORM THREAD=-
I decided to give up on fixing my old engine(after about an hour of not getting anywhere[sm=48_48.gif]) so I thought it was a good excuse to buy a CV-RX!![:D] Is it a direct drop-in and can I use the stock pipe? Is there anything else i should know about this engine?
Posted on: 2/11/2009 10:37 PM by Author "bushhiker" in the forum "RC Nitro Stadium Trucks"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8461966

RE: -=OFFICIAL HPI FIRESTORM THREAD=-
[quote]ORIGINAL: nitro-rob Did you use the red stuff? What kind of tools are you using? I don't recommend using the tools that come with the truck for that stuff. Normally the solution is to use a dremel to cut slots in the bolt heads to allow a flat head screwdriver to be used. The lack of space afforded by the bolts being sunk in the head won't let you do that. A solution is to grind or drill the bolt tops off, remove the head and expose the top of what is left of the bolts. Cut a slot with a dremel and use a screwdriver. [/quote] I used loctite that my dad had its called "Aircraft Quality Medium strength". And the tools just a set of ordinary allen wrenches. I will attempt this project after school tomorrow and tell you how it goes.
Posted on: 2/8/2009 8:57 PM by Author "bushhiker" in the forum "RC Nitro Stadium Trucks"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8454496

RE: -=OFFICIAL HPI FIRESTORM THREAD=-
[quote]ORIGINAL: fasty hay guys i want a cooler looking head for the g3.0 you got any in mind? [/quote] I know somebody who has [link=http://http://cgi.ebay.com/COOLING-HEAD-HPI-Nitro-Star-G3-0-MT2-Firestorm-Nova-RC_W0QQitemZ330306362232QQcmdZViewItemQQptZRadio_Control_Parts_Accessories?hash=item330306362232&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14&_trkparms=72%3A1205|66%3A2|65%3A12|39%3A1|240%3A1318|301%3A1|293%3A1|294%3A50]this head[/link] it looks pretty sweet and isn't that pricey
Posted on: 2/8/2009 8:51 PM by Author "bushhiker" in the forum "RC Nitro Stadium Trucks"
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