RE: What are your HSN/LSN settings for Shockwave?
VX 16 and 18=2 1/2 out on high and flush on the low
Posted on: 3/25/2012 6:07 AM by Author "codokas" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
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RE: Problem with Redcat Shockwave
Plug the end of the fuel line going to the carb and blow gently into the line that goes to the exhaust. If the fuel tank cap is good it should hold some pressure. If it leaks or the top pops up too easily, then the fuel tank is bad.Check your fuel lines for pin holes by taking each one off and submerging it in water, plug one end and blow in the other end and look for bubbles, flip it around and do the other end. DOUG [quote]ORIGINAL: Reuben-rc The problem with my Redcat Shockwave is that when you try to prime it fuel doesnt go through the gas line cause there is no air pressure. Also I am kind of new to nitro rc cars but is there supposed to be nitro or some liquid everywere after you run it? I think it might be a leak in the gas tank that is causeing both. Please tell me anything you think that it might be. Thank You! [/quote]
Posted on: 1/1/2012 7:34 PM by Author "codokas" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
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RE: default needle settings on nitro motor shockwave rc
Correct you are.For breaking in ya gotta run it rich DOUG quote]ORIGINAL: nitrosportsandrunner [quote]ORIGINAL: codokas 2 1/2 out on high and screw flush with collar on the low DOUG [quote]ORIGINAL: deon99 Hi does any one know the high speed and low speed default needle settings. on the nitro motor in a shockwave rc [/quote] [/quote] that sounds like the settings once the motor is broken in. out
Posted on: 12/27/2011 6:38 AM by Author "codokas" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
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RE: default needle settings on nitro motor shockwave rc
2 1/2 out on high and screw flush with collar on the low DOUG [quote]ORIGINAL: deon99 Hi does any one know the high speed and low speed default needle settings. on the nitro motor in a shockwave rc [/quote]
Posted on: 12/26/2011 6:11 PM by Author "codokas" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
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RE: Redcat shockwave problems
[quote]ORIGINAL: codokas 2 1/2 out on high and flush on the low speed needle DOUG [quote]ORIGINAL: godstech Thanks so much for your help. By the way can you tell me the factory needle settings on this shockwave? Thanks in advance for your help. [/quote] [/quote]
Posted on: 12/2/2011 8:26 PM by Author "codokas" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
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RE: Redcat shockwave problems
2 1/2 out on high and flush on the low speed needle DOUG [quote]ORIGINAL: godstech Thanks so much for your help. By the way can you tell me the factory needle settings on this shockwave? Thanks in advance for your help. [/quote]
Posted on: 12/2/2011 8:20 PM by Author "codokas" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
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RE: Engine trouble
http://www.redcatracing.com/information/warranty.html Lifetime Gas and Nitro Engine Replacement Program That is the form you have to download,fill out and send with the engine You would have to pay 1/2 the price of a new engine,so it would be hald of the below sh18engine Sh .18 engine $94.99 In Stock I've got engines from Redcat without any problems DOUG [quote]ORIGINAL: bkbajan How hard is it to get a new engine from redcat? two weeks ago,i started seeing metal shavings coming from the glow plug hole. this made the car shut off randomly and the pull start was stopped working. today..i pulled the engine out,took the backplate out and noticed more shavings. cleaned everything up,sealed the backplate and went outside to start it. the truck started fine but while i was tuning it..the engine died again and the pull start became very hard to pull. should i expect any issues getting a replacement engine from redcat? btw..its a caldera 3.0 [/quote]
Posted on: 11/23/2011 6:34 AM by Author "codokas" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
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RE: Vx .16 Engine
Correct on the high speed needle Turn the low speed mixture needle till the head of the screw is even to the lever DOUG thanks for the facotry settings codokas - when you say - 2.5 turns out, you mean having had the valve screw in fully (turned clockwise without tightening) fully leaning the needle, then coming back 2.5 turns yeah?? electricirc - thanks for thelink mate, wouldnt happen to know
Posted on: 7/18/2011 7:28 PM by Author "codokas" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
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RE: Vx .16 Engine
VX 16 =2 1/2 out on high and flush on the low I've just changed the spring without any problems DOUG [quote]ORIGINAL: Gamb!t hiya guys - a newb here... bought a RTR Lightning STR from ebay... unfortunately it came without a manual. can any one please give me the factory settings for the LSN/HSN/idle please. i have got the car working, she fires up however.... 1. cant seem to adjust the idle/needles to get it to tick over without the wheels wanting to spin. - there was a clutch problem, - the spring on it had snapped, and the clutch did look a little worn, so bought a new one, fitted the new spring over the old shoes.... should i change the whole clutch out?? 2. im also experiencing.... once i get her fired up, she wont ldle properly... and just cuts out me... what am i doing wrong pleaes?? can any one help?? thanks in advance forthe assistance. Gamb [/quote]
Posted on: 7/18/2011 2:33 PM by Author "codokas" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
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RE: Shockwave Wheels
Sure,thanks for the compliment The #2 is the best one.That one took quite awhile to make and paint.It's was done exactly like a car that used to race up here in the 50's. The 71e and 1 were also done like cars that raced here in the 50's also And you have to remember these things were raced and bashed before the pictures were taken LOL DOUG [quote]ORIGINAL: rccrazer do i have your permition to save these? your cars look pheominal! absolute peices of art! [/quote]
Posted on: 5/4/2011 6:19 PM by Author "codokas" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
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RE: Shockwave Wheels
McAllister and I bought them here: http://www.speedysracingparts.com/Bodies.htm DOUG
Posted on: 5/3/2011 11:31 AM by Author "codokas" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
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RE: Shockwave Wheels
HPI Racing Dish Wheel White 2.2" I run Pro-Line Dirt Hawg I on rear and Pro-Line Dirt Hawg III on the front DOUG[image][/image] [quote]ORIGINAL: jaofos I'd like to explore some options on the wheels for my Shockwave buggy. I know 2.2'', 12mm hex, etc, but the front wheels seem to have a limited depth available due to the C-Hubs (I think?), and aren't as wide as the rear. For giggles I attempted to mount the Talon's from my E-Revo on the buggy, worked on the back but not on the front. Will I have this issue if I go for standard 2.2'' Dish Wheels (such as the HPI ones?). I would eventually like to put some Dirt Hawg's (I on the Rear, III on the Front), and need to know what wheel options I have available. [/quote]
Posted on: 5/3/2011 7:03 AM by Author "codokas" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
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RE: shockwave engine?
That is the one VX16 DOUG [quote]ORIGINAL: electricrc68 doesn't this engine come with the shockwave? <a target=''_blank'' href=''http://www.hobbypartz.com/21enfor18scn.html''>http://www.hobbypartz.com/21enfor18scn.html [/quote]
Posted on: 4/30/2011 3:37 PM by Author "codokas" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
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RE: NEED ENGINE HELP PLEASE!
Anytime DOUG [quote]ORIGINAL: cswtornado THANK you! [/quote]
Posted on: 3/29/2011 6:31 AM by Author "codokas" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
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RE: NEED ENGINE HELP PLEASE!
the large hole in the piston must NOT face the exhaust port. DOUG [quote]ORIGINAL: cswtornado Hey, I was just sealing up my engine and realized I had no idea about the alignment of the piston and rod. I have one of the older VX .18s. One side of the connecting rod has that groove for oil (presumably). Which side of the engine does that face? The carb side or the backplate side? I'm guessing the carb side because of more direct flow but yeah. The other question was about the piston, it's got a hole in the side, again probably for lubing. Looking from the backplate side into the case, is the hole on the right or the left? Thanks... I probably should have been more observant when I took it apart... [/quote]
Posted on: 3/28/2011 7:53 AM by Author "codokas" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
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RE: Air leak?
There is a O ring seal on the HS needle,they go bad and have to be replaced Backplate-either the gasket is leaking or the bushing is wore out and it has to be replaced DOUG [quote]ORIGINAL: cswtornado I was trying to fire up my VX-18 yesterday, and I got it running great, but then after a couple mins it just leaned out and quit. I couln't start it again. However, I noticed there was fuel leaking out of the HS needle. There's the problem. How do you seal the HS needle without ruining the threads, do you just put a lil on the threads and screw er back in? Just as an FYI the backplate is also leaking :/ Like a sieve. Gotta order some sealand xD [/quote]
Posted on: 3/10/2011 5:52 AM by Author "codokas" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
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RE: Volcano S30 no tension on pull start
I use brake cleaner,it is one of the few products that leave no residue DOUG [quote]ORIGINAL: hban398 They said not to use WD-40 to clean it. Said hobby shops may sell a degresser or something similiar that would help. If that doesn't work, to order a new one-way beaing (part #TS005). Also, when pulling the pull start slowly, you should hearing the engine turn over a few times. When pulling it fast, it may turn over only once or not at all. This is what RedCat told me means that its the one-way bearing for sure. May have some time tonight. I will post the results as soon as I have an answer. [/quote]
Posted on: 11/10/2010 1:49 PM by Author "codokas" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
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RE: carb needle o-rings ???
Most any RC shop in your locality On line like-Tower hobbies or most on line rc stores DOUG [quote]ORIGINAL: catbob07 where do you get this Green Slime. [/quote]
Posted on: 6/25/2010 8:47 AM by Author "codokas" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
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RE: carb needle o-rings ???
Associated green slime works wonders also DOUG [quote]ORIGINAL: catbob07 JUST A LIGHT FILM OF DIALECTRIC GREASE LASTS ALONG TIME AND PRESERVES THE RUBBER BARELY GET SOME ON YOUR FINGER TIPS TO WHERE ITS ALMOST WIPED OFF YOUR FINGER TIPS AND APPLY . NOT IN EXESSES TO MUCH WILL MAKE IT TURN ON ITS OWNE [/quote]
Posted on: 6/24/2010 7:59 AM by Author "codokas" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
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RE: carb needle o-rings ???
I went to Tower hobby and bought O rings for a OS motor's carb I believe these were the ones that worked: LXCS06 DOUG [quote]ORIGINAL: bananazz Attn REDCAT ... Between myself and my friends we have 2 dozen Redcat nitro vehicles ... all of these vehicles need hi-speed needle o-rings ... after a little use the o-ring no longer holds the needle from turning ... Redcat does not show a replacement part for this problem ... and I can't be the only one with this issue ... and I am not buying a new carb just for an o-ring ... these o-rings are not normal stock in any o-ring kit ... any idea's Redcat Mike ??? Thanks Chris :) [/quote]
Posted on: 6/8/2010 6:50 PM by Author "codokas" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
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RE: What do I use to clean the air filter?
I use dish washing detergent almost full strength Just keep squeezing -then I flush with water and squeeze dry-then I spray WD 40 on them,and squeeze dryWD displaces water and cleans and also cuts oil and grease AND I only run my vehicles on dirt track DOUG [quote]ORIGINAL: dakotanut Will soap and water work or do I need something specific? It has a white filter that I soak in oil and a pre-filter. No oil on the pre-filter except on the inside I guess. I'm going to clean it also. Thanks. [/quote]
Posted on: 5/25/2010 8:58 AM by Author "codokas" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
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RE: air bubbles in fuel line
Not much RCing,the winter up here in NYS has been horrible DOUG [quote]ORIGINAL: AllAboutFunHobbies Thanks Doug, Long time, no see. How's it going? [/quote]
Posted on: 3/13/2010 8:49 PM by Author "codokas" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
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RE: air bubbles in fuel line
Excellent post More then anything else these have been the problems with my RC's DOUG [quote]ORIGINAL: AllAboutFunHobbies If all that worked out, then check your exhaust gasket isn't blown out or that the manifold screws are not loose. If that,s ok, then check the exhaust coupler to make sure it's not leaking, replace the factory Zip ties with the 1/8 or 1/16th wide black zip ties and pull them as tight as you can, if you haven't already done that. Check to make sure there's no tears in the exhaust coupler. More than likely one of those mentioned above is the problem. [/quote]
Posted on: 3/13/2010 6:30 PM by Author "codokas" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
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RE: Swap out: 2 speed to 1 speed??
Won't work I got rid of all my 2 speeds on my cats and went the one speed route BTW-I run a HPI racing bells on them all DOUG [quote]ORIGINAL: Mickstix Hey again!! Well, as some of your know, I've been tryin to get my 2 speed (Nitro Tornado) to work reliably, but it doesnt seem to matter what I do, it'll only reliably shift for a few minutes before it hangs in 2nd gear.. So, Im resorting to swapping out the 2speed tranny for a 1 speed unit I have.. My question is about the cluthbell/pinion though.. Has anyone tried running the 2 speed cluthbell with the single speed tranny? Just wondering if it'll work? I have the single bell as well, but just checking on my options.. The ''tooth/gear'' ratio specs for the 2 speed are: Pinion=21/16 Spur= 47/42 and the Single speed is: Pinion=16 Spur= 44.. Thanks!! [/quote]
Posted on: 11/12/2009 10:08 AM by Author "codokas" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
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RE: Standart carburetor settings...
Base line carb settings SH 18=2 1/2 out on the high and 3 1/2 out on the low VX 16 and 18=2 1/2 out on high and flush with collar on the low DOUG [quote]ORIGINAL: perhamrocks high speed needle on vx .18 is 2 1/2 turns out, and low speed is flush with the coller. Idle shoud be set so that their is a 1 mm gap in the carburator. I think these setting may be universal for all of the redcat engines including the sh, but i'm not 100% on that [/quote]
Posted on: 3/9/2009 9:50 PM by Author "codokas" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
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RE: Which glow plug for Lightning?
o.s. a3 or a5 work great .A3 are the cheapest to buy R5 Coolest A5 Med Cool #8 Med Hot A3 Hottest I use mostly the A@ but have used to 8 and A5's DOUG [quote]ORIGINAL: breezerboat I have one called OS#8. Can I use that one? I can't figure out what it calls for. Any help would be appriciated. Thanks. [/quote]
Posted on: 2/24/2009 9:47 AM by Author "codokas" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
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RE: ball bearing hubs
02138-Yep that's the ones(15x10x4) I switched all mine to bearings DOUG [quote]ORIGINAL: k.haase Can someone tell me if the 02138 is the ball bearing set i need for the hubs for a shockwave, or if its not can someone give me a bearing part # cause the bushing setup isnt working out very well... i have new aluminum 02131 steering hubs. or am i just screwed and have to use bushings????? any help would be great [/quote]
Posted on: 2/23/2009 9:47 PM by Author "codokas" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
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RE: accelerates by it self
Correct you are I have had the same acceleration problems last year and it was interference(CB radio's and cell phones) I put fail safe on ALL my RC's and that was the end of the problem DOUG [quote]ORIGINAL: Brett185 You want to get a failsafe as well. When there's a bad connection, the batteries get low, or if you run it out of range, the failsafe will automatically engage the brakes. [/quote]
Posted on: 2/16/2009 6:32 PM by Author "codokas" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
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RE: Nitro Engine Troubleshooting and Tuning
2 1/2 out from closed on high flush with collar on the low DOUG [quote]ORIGINAL: jambafromhell Help!, Does anybody know that stock settings for the vx.18 engine on the tornadobb!? [/quote]
Posted on: 1/11/2009 6:02 PM by Author "codokas" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
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RE: shockwave
This will work http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXJMJ6&P=7 DOUG [quote]ORIGINAL: ducky anyone know were i can get just the recoil handle or know the dimensions of it to match it up for a shockwave with a vx.16 engine from redcatracing i already tried there site they dont sell just the handle. [/quote]
Posted on: 1/11/2009 6:00 PM by Author "codokas" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
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