RE: warhead any good ?
Some guys love em, most others hate em. Duratrax tends to market to the newbs and from what I have seen, they actually are harder for a newb to learn on (my first car was a Duratrax Streetforce). The reason for this, is that it takes a few small things to get them tuned and setup properly which is going to require more of your time and require you to consult a website such as this or a local, experienced person. I did alot of research before getting my first nitro monster truck. Engine tuning has never been an issue for me really b/c I fly planes and helis and have been tuning those engines for quite some time. What I looked at, was the durability of the parts, and the quality of the parts that are included. It seems as though the parts quality on Duratrax stuff is not quite as good as some of the others. IMO, there are better trucks that will give you more satisfaction for the same or less money than you will spend on a Warhead. I just got a MGT and am really enjoying it. Its alot of truck for the money and right now, they are $409 at Tower less whatever their coupon code for the month is. Their website has one that says $25 off a $149 or more order. I think that in my last Speedmart and Towertalk, they had a little bit better code that is good through the end of January. I think it was for $30 off a $300 or more so you can actually get one for around $389 ($379.99 for the truck and another $8.99 for the shipping). That is a great deal on what so far, seems to be a very good truck.
Posted on: 1/8/2007 9:35 PM by Author "derek533" in the forum "RC Monster Trucks"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=5234198

RE: Monster GT anyone have one?
[quote]If it's all dangling out of the tube then it's likely to get ripped off when you roll the truck - and that certainly would be bad for it. [/quote] That was my concern but if no problems are occurring, then i'll leave it be. Thanks for the help.
Posted on: 1/5/2007 1:08 PM by Author "derek533" in the forum "Team Associated - Monster GT"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=5214846

RE: Monster GT anyone have one?
Thanks snobl!nd. I have already done the 4-channel mod and am considering the braking mod. I'll wait to see how much brake I have stock before I do that one. One thing I did notice, is that when I opened the receiver box, there is quite a bit of of the antenna coiled up inside the receiver box before it goes through the antenna tube. This is huge no-no in the helicopter and plane world but is it ok on these or should I go ahead and pull all of it throught the tube leaving a large portion of it exposed outside of the tube?
Posted on: 1/5/2007 12:06 PM by Author "derek533" in the forum "Team Associated - Monster GT"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=5214533

RE: Monster GT anyone have one?
Well, as they say, Santa drives a brown truck and yesterday I received my MGT. First thing I can say is holy crap! This thing is freaking huge. I hadn't seen one in person before and didn't realize how big it is. Two questions before I start breaking it in, how long can I reasonably expect the stock tires to last running on low-cut grass? Also, is there anything that needs to be done to the electronics assuming that I am not racing it (are the servos ok for what I intend on using it for). Thanks.
Posted on: 1/5/2007 10:21 AM by Author "derek533" in the forum "Team Associated - Monster GT"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=5214148

RE: Monster GT anyone have one?
Hello all. I just wanted to say high and that you'll probably be hearing from me from time to time with a few questions. I ordered my MGT from Tower on New Year's Eve and it should be here by the end of the week. They had it for $409 and then $40 off a $400 or more order so with shipping, the total came to $379. I feel I got a pretty good deal there. Anyway, I have been flying planes and most recently, have been really involved with 50 size nitro helis. Not to date myself, but my first ever RC car (hobby quality, not toy) was a Tamiya Falcon. I also have an older Duratrax Streetforce road car but ever since having that, it has always been a pain to find a nice smooth parking lot to run it at (I don't race, just bash). I debated between the Revo and the MGT but in the end, the MGT was bigger, and probably better suited to bashing than the Revo. I look forward to chatting with you guys in the future. The MGT seems to be a really good value and I am looking forward to beating the living snot out of it.
Posted on: 1/2/2007 12:01 PM by Author "derek533" in the forum "Team Associated - Monster GT"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=5197066

RE: E-Flite Blade CX2
You probably could direct from Horizon, but by the time you bought all of that, you could have bought a complete package cheaper than just what you are wanting. Your $20,000 car has about $80,000 worth of parts if you add it all up.
Posted on: 10/18/2006 5:19 PM by Author "derek533" in the forum "RC Helicopter General Discussions"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=4884777

RE: New Walkera 50 gas heli what do you think?
I believe the transmitter is loosely based on the JR8103. The heli looks like a Raptor clone with the flybar arrangement being over the main rotors. I admit the price is appealing but looking at Walkera's long list of problems, I would stay as far away from that as possible
Posted on: 6/14/2006 3:42 PM by Author "derek533" in the forum "Walkera Helis - Dragonfly, etc.."
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=4390241

RE: Reducing clevis to servo horn slop?
I had the same problem on my Cap232. The easiest fix for me was to fill the hole in the horn for the clevis pin with epoxy and then re-drill it to match the size of the clevis retaining pin.
Posted on: 6/9/2006 3:21 PM by Author "derek533" in the forum "Beginners"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=4372091

RE: Just Finished my WM Cap232-46...
I wonder if putting in some rubber wheels vs. the included foam wheels would help the landing gear issue as they would give more and not make touchdowns so harsh. I hate those foam wheels that WM includes in their kits.
Posted on: 6/6/2006 12:41 PM by Author "derek533" in the forum "ARF or RTF"
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RE: Just Finished my WM Cap232-46...
Glad to hear it's only the cowl. You'd be screwed if more damage was done than that as the new color scheme is pretty ugly. I maidened mine this weekend and I am really going to enjoy this plane. It seems as though the recommended CG of 3.26" behind the leading edge is too tail heavy and I had to add a little bit of weight under the gear. The Evo 46 swinging an 11X6 pulls it around great. It does not have unlimited vertical but still very good vertical. This is a fun plane for sure and I am really going to like it more than my Twist (now in the hands of another flyer at my field). Don't get me wrong, the Twist was fun but nothing to write home about IMO. I am really more into scale aerobatics rather than 3d stuff which is probably why I feel the way I do about the Twist.
Posted on: 6/5/2006 11:20 AM by Author "derek533" in the forum "ARF or RTF"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=4355198

RE: world models cap 232 46r!!! omg!!!
That is pretty ugly. I just finished mine a couple of days ago and took some pictures of it showing the old color scheme with Castrol on it. You can see it here: http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/m_4327779/tm.htm
Posted on: 5/31/2006 9:58 AM by Author "derek533" in the forum "ARF or RTF"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=4335759

RE: Just Finished my WM Cap232-46...
Here's a couple. It's in the Michael Goulian Castrol scheme. Excuse the messy work bench!
Posted on: 5/29/2006 10:00 PM by Author "derek533" in the forum "ARF or RTF"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=4329983

RE: Is the Caliber 30 aerobatic??
If you want more cyclic response, then you can put on some different paddles. Also, are you by chance running an OS32 b/c I have heard that it doesn't have a whole lot of extra power.
Posted on: 5/29/2006 10:56 AM by Author "derek533" in the forum "Kyosho Helicopters"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=4327828

Just Finished my WM Cap232-46...
and I hope it flys as good as it looks! It is a very sharp looking model and a steal at $120 with fiberglass cowl, pre-painted pilot (Vietnamese Burt Reynolds look-a-like), and wheel pants (although they are ABS and not fiberglass [:@]). I am running an Evo 46 which was scavenged off my Twist. I have found that the Evo 46 has equal power to the OS 46AX and is extremely reliable. I can fill it up for the first flight of the day and flick the prop once with my hand and it starts right up. I'm not looking for unlimited vertical and I don't expect it. I'm just hoping for scale like vertical. Hopefully, i'll get to maiden this weekend. The only thing I need to finish is to install the easy fuel valve as the fuel lines are buried underneath the cowl.
Posted on: 5/29/2006 10:37 AM by Author "derek533" in the forum "ARF or RTF"
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RE: CAP 232R with 3151???
I have the World Models Cap 232 also with the Castrol covering scheme. Mine is in the box waiting for me to get off my arse and get it together. I have a brand new Thunder Tiger 46 ready for it and all I need is the flightpack. FWIW, I have the 3151's in my Caliber 5 heli and they are enough for that so they should be more than enough for the plane as the heli demands more torque. Also, concerning 4.8v vs. 6.0 volts, you are correct in that 3151's don't like higher voltages. Stick with 4.8v and you will be fine. The Cap supposedly flies extremely well and responsive. From what I've heard of the WM version, it doesn't snap as bad as some of the other Caps when doing hard vertical manuevers. I'm looking forward to getting mine in the air also. It's taking me longer to get it started simply b/c i'm trying to get decent at the heli thing.
Posted on: 4/3/2006 12:50 PM by Author "derek533" in the forum "RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros"
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RE: Radio requirement
Pull up, pull up! You don't want to start the Futaba vs. JR war do you? Some people love JR. Some people love Futaba. It all depends on who you ask. FWIW, I use the 7C and chose it over the 6102 for a couple of different reasons. First, JR's receivers are not dual conversion and at our field, that doesn't work. They even admit that their receivers are not dual conversion on their own webpage. They use some proprietary technology that supposedly lets their receivers act like dual conversion w/o actually being dual conversion. Even so, I have seen several guys get glitches, interference and lock outs b/c of them and I won't use them and neither will most of the guys at my field. Secondly, their 6102 is the same price as the 7C and you get an extra channel with the 7C. In my case, I couldn't use their receivers where I fly. For 99% of everyone else, it's just a matter of personal opinion.
Posted on: 3/16/2006 8:59 PM by Author "derek533" in the forum "RC Helicopter General Discussions"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=4043901

RE: WHAT WOULD BE A GOOD SECOND PLANE?
I'll suggest the H9 Twist. It's cheap ($99arf), fun to fly and can do anything you can throw at it. Put a 46 in it and it will hang on the prop with proper throttle management. Put a Saito 82 for even more fun. Standard servos are the norm for it so you can have a really fun and cheap flying second bird. They also make the plug-n-play version that includes everything and the servos are already mounted for you for $250 I believe. You just have to install your own receiver and go. The only downside is that the trim scheme is all white so on a cloudy day, it may present orientation problems. The arf version is bright yellow and purple and cannot be missed! It was my second plane and I love it. It floats on landings and has a reeaaal thick symmetrical wing so landings are non-eventful. Keep it on low rates for a couple of flights until you get used to it. It will fly better than a trainer on low rates and when you crank em up, watch out, it can 3d like no tomorrow. Good luck
Posted on: 3/16/2006 12:58 PM by Author "derek533" in the forum "Beginners"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=4042022

RE: Basic reciever question
Yes. I currently run Hi-Tec receivers in all my stuff even though I use a Futaba 7C transmitter. Your 9C is modulation selectable so if the receiver is PCM, just be sure to change the modulation in your transmitter to PCM for that model you assign the Raptor to. If its FM, change it to PPM.
Posted on: 3/8/2006 12:07 PM by Author "derek533" in the forum "RC Helicopter General Discussions"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=4007487

RE: Nitro,or electric?
Excellent choice. In fact, your setup is identical to mine except that I have a Caliber 5 instead of a 30. The 7CH will last you for a long time before needing anything more. The 401 can't be beat. Did you get the one with the 9254 servo for the tail?
Posted on: 3/2/2006 10:19 PM by Author "derek533" in the forum "RC Helicopter Beginners Forum"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=3984093

RE: century hawk pro?
Don't mean to burst your bubble here, but if $700 is your max, then the ultimate combo from Tower won't even get you in the air. You still need fuel, fuel pump, glow plug igniter, and starter with starter shaft and battery (to run starter off of). That right there will cost you another $100 or so and is not included in their combo.
Posted on: 3/2/2006 9:51 AM by Author "derek533" in the forum "RC Helicopter Beginners Forum"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=3980781

RE: How is flying?
No it's not fun. It's kinda of like a woman. It will suck your wallet dry and leave you wanting more. Yet, we men are stupid enough to keep coming back for more and more.
Posted on: 3/1/2006 2:07 PM by Author "derek533" in the forum "Beginners"
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RE: century hawk pro?
Just did some checking for you. On Tower's website, here is what I put together and these components are much much better than what comes in the combo. Hawk Pro $199 OS 37 $149.99 (This is a much better engine for only $35 more than the OS32) Futaba 401 w/9254 Servo $219.99 Futaba 7CHF $279.99 Total is $849 however, they are currently offerring $30 off an order of $199 or more so your total is only $820 and that is $130 more than the ultimate combo however, these components are much better than you would get in the combo (better radio, better engine, better servo for the tail). Also, the $30 off $199 ends today so tomorrow, they will post new codes which will probably be better than today's as $30 off $199 or more is one of the lower amounts I have seen.
Posted on: 2/28/2006 11:12 AM by Author "derek533" in the forum "RC Helicopter Beginners Forum"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=3971801

RE: century hawk pro?
Hawk Pro from what I've heard is a good flying heli and now that Tower is carrying them, parts should be easy to come by. The combo is a mess of stuff that will leave you wanting more from the very get go. First off, and I speak from experience here, do NOT get the Futaba 6EXH. It has no airplane programming in it and if you ever want to fly planes, you will not be able to do any sort of programming with that radio (mixing, retracts, flaps, etc.) and you will have to buy another. I had the 6EXA (airplane version) and I had to ditch it b/c it wouldn't fly my Caliber 5. Spend the extra $100 and get the Futaba 7C. You will not be disappointed and will have a radio that you will not outgrow anytime soon. Also, to take advantage of how good the 401 gyro really is, you need to get the one that comes with the 9254 servo as mentioned abov When it comes to Tower, do a search on the forums and look for discount codes. They are everywhere and can save you alot of money. Also, I have found that their combos they have really don't save you alot of money and in some instances, you can piece together your order, get better stuff, and still be the same or even less than the combo that they offer. Good luck.
Posted on: 2/28/2006 10:52 AM by Author "derek533" in the forum "RC Helicopter Beginners Forum"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=3971715

RE: Gy401 questions.
Make sure the switch on the gyro is set for a digital servo.
Posted on: 2/24/2006 3:57 PM by Author "derek533" in the forum "RC Helicopter General Discussions"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=3954874

RE: SCEADU EVO 50 or RAPTOR 50
The aileron and elevator servos are on a free floating tray that moves fore and aft to provide collective. How is the sliding tray any worse than a Raptor that has the aileron servo in a tray that moves up and down for collective? You are right about eCCPM, you have to buy a linkage kit in order to have this option. I think that runs $40 or so but I personally prefer mechanical mixing anyway. Easier to setup IMO.
Posted on: 2/24/2006 9:30 AM by Author "derek533" in the forum "RC Helicopter General Discussions"
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RE: SCEADU EVO 50 or RAPTOR 50
I'll throw in my opinion here. Look at the Caliber 5. It's $299 plus another $179 for the hyper. That'll get you an excellent flying heli with carbon mains included as well as other parts that are considered upgrades on the Raptor for over $100 less than the Raptor. JMO
Posted on: 2/23/2006 11:27 PM by Author "derek533" in the forum "RC Helicopter General Discussions"
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RE: thinking about a twist 3d 40.....
The Saito 82 is $250 and the Evo 46 is $80. That was my reason for choosing it. I know the Saito has much more power, but mine can 3D just as well as one with a Saito 82 on it (okay, maybe not quite but just about) for a heck of a lot less money i.e $170 difference. It just takes about 3/4 stick to hover while I'm sure the Saito can hover at 1/4 stick. My point was, that i'm cheap and don't like to have an engine that costs two and a half times what the actual plane costs powering it. That $170 can buy me a whole other airframe and engine just about and I would rather have an extra plane to show for that money rather than a four stroker (although, it's an awesome engine for sure).
Posted on: 2/4/2006 11:36 PM by Author "derek533" in the forum "Beginners"
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RE: a good beginner plane
[quote]ORIGINAL: tigerdude426 A]glow OR B]electric: 1)Whats easier to learn on? 2)Which is more forgiving with hard landings? 3)What gives more flying time per flight? 4)Which flys slower? Has easier/softer landings? I know that obviously glow is better for maneuvers, but can electrics accomplish simple maneuvers besides just flying? [/quote] 1. It depends on your situation and how much wind you have to deal with up there. If alot, then definitely glow, if not, then it's pretty much a tie. 2. Glow by far. Most glow powered planes can take alot before stuff starts to break. I've seen some really rough landings and no damage other than a bent gear (which can easily be fixed by the two wonderful things God gave us called hands) and sometimes, a broken prop. Electrics on the other hand are built to be very light and somewhat makes them fragile IMO. 3. Glow by far if the throttle is not ran wide open the entire flight. Some guys fly over 20 minutes with proper throttle management. Electrics can go this long too, but it requires Lipos which can be expensive for the higher capacity ones. 4. This question all depends on the exact plane chosen. I will say that glow planes are definitely more stable just because they are bigger in size and can handle the winds much better.
Posted on: 2/4/2006 12:00 AM by Author "derek533" in the forum "Beginners"
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RE: thinking about a twist 3d 40.....
I love mine and fly it with a 46 Evo turning a 12.25X3.75 APC prop. Flys around with authority and has all the power I need for hovering and 3d type stuff. I guess I could gain a little more by putting on a Saito 82 but that would defeat the purpose of this plane (good cheap fun). It's extremely stable and won't snap over on you either. Also, it slows waaaaaay down for landings. Probably slower than my trainer did. IMO, can't be beat for the price of it.
Posted on: 2/3/2006 11:46 PM by Author "derek533" in the forum "Beginners"
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RE: a good beginner plane
Ok here's my advice. I learned on electric before switching to glow. The one thing that I have learned from doing it this way, is that eventually, you will regret spending all that money on electric when you could have gone glow from the get go. I started three years ago on a plane call the Soarstar (copy of Hobby-Lobby's Wingo), I then had to buy a radio system to go with it and servos. All total, I spent over $250 to get it up in the air. If you are frugal, you can have a very fun, forgiving glow trainer plane for less than this amount. Example: World Models Sky Raider Mach I ARF(high wing semi-symmetrica trainer, easy to assemble and flys great) $69.99 Thunder Tiger .40 $65 Futaba or Hitec Sport 4-Channel Radio $120 Total $254.00 If you buy this online from Tower, they always have discount codes that give you so much off a purchase if it totals a certain amount. In fact yesterday, they emailed me with this month's code of $30 off a $199 purchase so you out of pocket total is now $224. This leaves you an extra $76 to buy support equipmnet (glow plug heater, fuel and fuel pump) or possibly upgrade your initial radio purchase (which is always a good idea to buy more radio than you need b/c you will grow into it) IMO, electric is nice and clean, but it is more expensive than glow.
Posted on: 2/3/2006 10:43 AM by Author "derek533" in the forum "Beginners"
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