RE: OFFICIAL Detta ST THREAD **********
I was considering the 1/10 scale sidewinder as well I was trying to decide on whether to keep my brushless ST(had a dead Quark 33A procar ESC) and buy the CC ESC OR sell it and save the cash for a MERV. Luckily I stumbled upon the EXCELLENT line of EZ-Run ESCs by Hobbywing. I bought my 35 amp version shipped from Honk Kong for $39 TOTAL!!!! The ESC has taken 2,3,4 cell A123 packs, 2 and 3 cell Lipos and it gets warm with my PERMAX motor. The ESC came with a programming card as well! Yes you can program the CC with your comp and you can download new firmware and yes you do get a brandname that is more recognized, BUT at $39 for the ESC and Programming card, you can buy a new one when it dies, AND you still will be less than what you paid for the CC... sorry I don't sell the stuff just happily use it...OK i'm done with ranting now.....click if you want to see mine... [link]http://www.rctech.net/forum/micro-mini-scales/306915-my-ezrun-35amp-esc.html#post5976918[/link]
Posted on: 9/14/2009 12:29 PM by Author "dubluv" in the forum "1/16th, 1/18th, Mini & Micro RC Cars"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9094698

RE: OFFICIAL Detta ST THREAD **********
[quote]ORIGINAL: Snipin_Willy The stock electronics blow, literally. Deans are universally great connectors to use. When you start killing the stock electronics its time to think about brushless. Couple of people have used EZ-run escs with [size=3]relatively tame brushless motors [/size]with great results, but you'll need to upgrade the dogbones and diffs as they go out. It's a shame these things can't hold up to brushless stock but they don't cost much either. [/quote] My permax is not tame!.....
Posted on: 9/4/2009 8:49 PM by Author "dubluv" in the forum "1/16th, 1/18th, Mini & Micro RC Cars"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9070448

RE: Official Traxxas 1/16th Mini E-Revo/Slash Battery Thread!
[quote]ORIGINAL: icebreaker666 Hi, I guess this is the first post out of Germany..... I´m looking for some ''nice'' batteries and Lipo`s in the US where the shipping is not that crazy like 25$  ...... Do you know some shops who ship to Germany..I only know ''liquidrc.com'' but they don´t have batteries from Team Orion or Maxamps ?!!!! I checked every store in Berlin for some fitting packs, but htere was nothing...maybe ´caus the company MULTIPLEX sells Traxxas exclusivly in Germany...[:o]...the pins are alsoso very expensive here..... Thx in advance P.S. They have just startet to sell this Little Devil here in Germany ;-) [/quote] For a good amount of battery optins, anything that fits the LRP Shark will fit the mini revo....LRP even has some batts lited on their own site tht would be great.....
Posted on: 8/18/2009 11:35 AM by Author "dubluv" in the forum "1/16th, 1/18th, Mini & Micro RC Cars"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9025433

RE: Buying my first RC car
Dis you read this thread? [link]http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/m_7676565/tm.htm[/link] super helpfull with pros/cons on many different minis... the LRP shark and the Duratrax Vendetta are the same vehicle....all made by Anderson out of HK...their version is called the Anderson MB4 Truggy... If you are set on building your own, then I suggest this fast.... For $80 you can't go wrong [link]http://www.rcmart.com/catalog/rc-anderson-mini-truggy-only-mb4tkit-p-24692.html?cPath=420_1179[/link] along with this... [link]http://www.thetoyz.com/cart/thetoyz_details.lasso?id=8408&cat_name=[/link] Because it's a Kit you pick your own TX/RX, battery, Seed control, Servo.... HOWEVER.....I agree with the POST above that you COULD get a fully optioned and modded rig for far less than it would cost you to do new.... Once you get a used rig, pull up the teardown instructions of the internet, and take that baby apart for a good cleaning...Save money and learn at the expense of a bit of time
Posted on: 8/18/2009 11:28 AM by Author "dubluv" in the forum "1/16th, 1/18th, Mini & Micro RC Cars"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9025418

RE: laptop supply as DC charger power supply
Thanks for the response! I'll see if I can find the Toshiba supply you have mentioned... I have a power supply that out puts 13.2V with 10amp which is more than enough....however I bring my batts to work so I can charge as I watch them, and the power suppky is a beast....it's 10 times the size of the charger! I just wanted somtehing portable that I could carry around easier... [IMG]http://i188.photobucket.com/albums/z274/dubluvlogin/IMG00202-20090813-0956.jpg[/IMG]
Posted on: 8/13/2009 12:05 PM by Author "dubluv" in the forum "Batteries & Chargers"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9013256

RE: OFFICIAL Detta ST THREAD **********
laptop supply as DC charger power supply ... Is there any one doing this? I mainly charge my lipos at 2.1mah max and my A123 at 3.3mah....I'm looking at a laptop supply that rates 19.6V with 4.62amp output.....
Posted on: 8/11/2009 3:08 PM by Author "dubluv" in the forum "1/16th, 1/18th, Mini & Micro RC Cars"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9008027

laptop supply as DC charger power supply
Is there any one doing this? I mainly charge my lipos at 2.1mah max and my A123 at 3.3mah....I'm looking at a laptop supply that rates 19.6V with 4.62amp output.....
Posted on: 8/11/2009 3:06 PM by Author "dubluv" in the forum "Batteries & Chargers"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9008022

RE: OFFICIAL Detta ST THREAD **********
I got a set of the Flightpower EVO LITE V2 lipos....I know that the sticker on the back says a charge rate of 1C....anyone go a bit higher? say 2.5amp on a 2100mAh batt?
Posted on: 8/11/2009 1:18 PM by Author "dubluv" in the forum "1/16th, 1/18th, Mini & Micro RC Cars"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9007789

RE: Which mini handles multiple terains better(grass, sand, rocky dirt)?
I would go with either the detta st or the brushed slash. both in your range for price, and both are RTR though technically the detta st is MORE RTR because you get 8 AA's for the TX as well... Although I have a detta st with brushless, A123's, If i had to do it all over again I would get the revo for it's suspension design...
Posted on: 8/7/2009 9:47 AM by Author "dubluv" in the forum "1/16th, 1/18th, Mini & Micro RC Cars"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8997185

RE: OFFICIAL MINI E-REVO THREAD!!!
so there are a whole wack of new products from ST Racing Concepts [link]http://www.redrc.net/2009/08/st-racing-concepts-mini-slash-e-revo-options/#more-21434[/link] [image]http://www.redrc.net/wp-content/uploads/2009/08/strcslashmini-1-400x279.jpg [/image] [image]http://www.redrc.net/wp-content/uploads/2009/08/strcslashmini-2-400x264.jpg[/image] [image]http://www.redrc.net/wp-content/uploads/2009/08/strcslashmini-3-400x302.jpg[/image] [image]http://www.redrc.net/wp-content/uploads/2009/08/strcslashmini-4-400x300.jpg[/image] [image]http://www.redrc.net/wp-content/uploads/2009/08/strcslashmini-5-400x254.jpg[/image] [image]http://www.redrc.net/wp-content/uploads/2009/08/strcslashmini-6-400x278.jpg[/image] [image]http://www.redrc.net/wp-content/uploads/2009/08/strcslashmini-7-400x285.jpg[/image] [image]http://www.redrc.net/wp-content/uploads/2009/08/strcslashmini-7-400x285.jpg[/image] [image]http://www.redrc.net/wp-content/uploads/2009/08/strcslashmini-8-400x283.jpg[/image]
Posted on: 8/6/2009 4:59 PM by Author "dubluv" in the forum "1/16th, 1/18th, Mini & Micro RC Cars"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8995643

RE: OFFICIAL Detta ST THREAD **********
[quote]ORIGINAL: thomas95 so i can pretty much buy it and an ezrun for 45 bucks and run brushless?? right out the box? [/quote] which ez run system are you thinking? I bought the 35amp versions from ec power and very pleased with it...though i did have my own motor....
Posted on: 8/6/2009 4:50 PM by Author "dubluv" in the forum "1/16th, 1/18th, Mini & Micro RC Cars"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8995617

RE: OFFICIAL Detta ST THREAD **********
[quote]ORIGINAL: chilidillo Hey Tom I have a Vendetta buggy and lets just say it's NOT my favorite. One really aggravating thing is the way the wheels mount, so about the only thing I've been able to do is put on 1/10 scale touring wheels with the adapters that are available. If anyone out there can correct me, I'd be really happy to give it a go. Just my opinion [/quote] The wheel mount issue is not much of a problem now, you can get steel cvd's that use a screw mount similat to what comes stock, or you can get a cvd kit that uses a threaded rod and the wheels mount with locking nuts, or you can just mod the plastic ones yourself. I drilled out my plastic cvd, put in a 4-40 threaded rod, and now I mount the tires with a lock nut....very common mod when the detta was still a new pup....
Posted on: 8/5/2009 4:38 PM by Author "dubluv" in the forum "1/16th, 1/18th, Mini & Micro RC Cars"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8992774

RE: OFFICIAL MINI E-REVO THREAD!!!
You will need to run 2 of these with a series connector...but it should be good enough for you speed freaks out there... Team Epic have also been showing off a preview of their new 1 cell 40C 5000mAh LiPo pack for 1/12th scale racing which you can see below. [image]http://www.redrc.net/wp-content/uploads/2009/07/teamepic1cell-400x272.jpg[/image]
Posted on: 7/23/2009 6:09 PM by Author "dubluv" in the forum "1/16th, 1/18th, Mini & Micro RC Cars"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8958532

RE: Big Block Motor Mount for E-REVO
[quote]ORIGINAL: sunco1 Why would you need that much power [/quote] because you can....why go to Vegas to blow money on casinos and strippers...because you can...why bother with brushless+lipo...because you can....why type out a long and overdrawn response...because I CAN!!! ;-)
Posted on: 7/23/2009 11:05 AM by Author "dubluv" in the forum "1/16th, 1/18th, Mini & Micro RC Cars"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8957505

RE: OFFICIAL Detta ST THREAD **********
[quote]ORIGINAL: Metallover I got a respose too. I asked for all the upgrades mentioned on this thread come stock on a ''pro'' version with no electronics. [quote]Dear Mr. Riley, Thank you I have received your email and am happy that our product can satisfy you. Anderson Model is always trying their efforts to make good RC cars and accessories. Any possible suggestions from our customers will sure put into our considerations. We do already a plan in proceeding longer chassis, you will soon see the products. But unfortunately we cannot deal directly with you or anyone else except Duratrax as we are contracted with them as our sole distributor for North American market. But I will reflect your comments and make any possible plans for optional parts. Thanks again and appreciated very much about your suggestions to upgrade Anderson MB4 kits. Best regards, Peter Chen[/quote] [/quote] Fair enough...then ask them to kindly make these parts for the Anderson MB4 NOT the Duratrax Vendetta...hehehe...
Posted on: 7/21/2009 11:50 AM by Author "dubluv" in the forum "1/16th, 1/18th, Mini & Micro RC Cars"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8951774

RE: OFFICIAL MINI E-REVO THREAD!!!
[quote]ORIGINAL: andrewmac I figured that I would check back with you ,fox23 and see if you ever got the Spektrum capacitor that was discussed. Any luck? [/quote] What does the capacitor do for the reciever? all I find is info for caps on the ESC...
Posted on: 7/21/2009 11:43 AM by Author "dubluv" in the forum "1/16th, 1/18th, Mini & Micro RC Cars"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8951758

RE: OFFICIAL Detta ST THREAD **********
but it's the same vendetta tub chassis...so where does that third screw come from? sorry trying to figure out how and where the thing mount in the chassis...can't seem to picture it in my head...
Posted on: 7/20/2009 4:27 PM by Author "dubluv" in the forum "1/16th, 1/18th, Mini & Micro RC Cars"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8949482

RE: OFFICIAL Detta ST THREAD **********
have you guys seen this motor mount/heat sink from duratrax? [IMG]http://i188.photobucket.com/albums/z274/dubluvlogin/dtxc6993.jpg[/IMG] [URL="http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/WTI0095P?FVSEARCH=DTXC6993&sourceid=mozilla-search"]http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/WTI0095P?FVSEARCH=DTXC6993&sourceid=mozilla-search[/URL] Any one have one of these mounted? Got pics?
Posted on: 7/20/2009 1:11 PM by Author "dubluv" in the forum "1/16th, 1/18th, Mini & Micro RC Cars"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8948843

RE: i want one.....
vendetta only requires you to charge your car batt, and then you are off...one of the few true RTR's out there...duratrax even provides 8 AA's for your transmitter...
Posted on: 7/13/2009 5:31 PM by Author "dubluv" in the forum "1/16th, 1/18th, Mini & Micro RC Cars"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8929919

RE: OFFICIAL MINI E-REVO THREAD!!!
crowd favorite seems to be the vendetta series of vehicles....though you need to upgrade a few items in the drive train
Posted on: 7/9/2009 1:35 PM by Author "dubluv" in the forum "1/16th, 1/18th, Mini & Micro RC Cars"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8919231

RE: OFFICIAL Detta ST THREAD **********
If they havbe made enemies with....damn wrong person to pick....I have yet to see anyone try as many brushless setups for the detta... As for the neu....I think I'll save that for the revo...eventually... For now I have rediscovered the joy of an cartoonishly overpowered RC...but that's just me...
Posted on: 7/9/2009 10:14 AM by Author "dubluv" in the forum "1/16th, 1/18th, Mini & Micro RC Cars"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8918744

RE: OFFICIAL Detta ST THREAD **********
damn was playing with my father in laws lipos he can't use in his plane anymore...something about not wanting to drop out of the sky :-D...3S 2070mah 25C Thundersky + 5100KV Permax + 19/45 gearing....wheelies at 1/2 throttle...full throttle John Woo-esque lid slide with acrobatic flip....If I keep running this cobbled setup I'll actually start break parts! Most likely CVDs first! Pics to come later of over stuffed detta...
Posted on: 7/8/2009 11:00 PM by Author "dubluv" in the forum "1/16th, 1/18th, Mini & Micro RC Cars"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8917699

RE: OFFICIAL MINI E-REVO THREAD!!!
[quote]ORIGINAL: iTz Nicholas http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&P=IA&I=LXXWF3** It's $85 cheaper then the VXL version. I would rather get a Brushed version and sell the motor/esc and get a Castle ESC and a Medusa or Neu Motor so I wouldn't have to worry about anything overheating. I already have a 2.4ghz radio and a spare RX so I could also sell the radio so say the Revo Brushed sells for $210 on Tower. I could use a coupon and save $25 and get the Revo for $180 and then sell the Radio for around $80 on eBay and get a Brushed Revo for only $100 and then the motor, ESC, battery, and charger could probably sell for $50 on eBay and I could spend the all of $130 on a MM/Medusa or MM/Neu combo. So in the end I could be able to get a Revo 1/16 roller for $60. [/quote] this is math i can like...
Posted on: 7/8/2009 3:00 PM by Author "dubluv" in the forum "1/16th, 1/18th, Mini & Micro RC Cars"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8916516

RE: OFFICIAL MINI E-REVO THREAD!!!
Brushed e-revo is PART # 7105...MSRP will be about $30 less than the brushless...I guess if you have the gear lying around...
Posted on: 7/8/2009 1:35 PM by Author "dubluv" in the forum "1/16th, 1/18th, Mini & Micro RC Cars"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8916307

RE: OFFICIAL MINI E-REVO THREAD!!!
[quote]ORIGINAL: Aloha Flyer [quote]ORIGINAL: jaejw1 [quote]ORIGINAL: Aloha Flyer Good Job! I stand corrected The Vendetta ST is the only Mini vehicle that has hop-ups good enough to withstand a [b]Mamba BL Motor without breaking![;)][/b]Now all the company needs to do is come out with a Factory Team version that has your hop-ups and keep it under $300 and it should compete. Will they?.......Nah, no balls[sm=wink_smile.gif] [/quote] mamba motor.. i think not... it can with stand the power of the NEU motors.. [/quote] I vote you in as the New President of Duratrax! [/quote] He already is...he already is...
Posted on: 7/7/2009 3:30 PM by Author "dubluv" in the forum "1/16th, 1/18th, Mini & Micro RC Cars"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8913873

RE: OFFICIAL Detta ST THREAD **********
actually the new bumper mounts under the body much like a skid plate...you still use the stock bumper as it has the notches in it necessary for using sway bars... I did have a rear bumper that I was testing from T-bone but I haven't heard anything from them in a long time...at the moment you can only get a front bumper... with some creative fitting I'm sure you could get a front bumper to fit on the rear though...just don't expect them to warranty the bumper if you hack it up...
Posted on: 7/7/2009 2:32 PM by Author "dubluv" in the forum "1/16th, 1/18th, Mini & Micro RC Cars"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8913753

RE: Which charger are you using? DC
[quote]ORIGINAL: sonicj i have a cellpro 4s. works great, hate it. [/quote] This is the call of the modder
Posted on: 7/7/2009 2:24 PM by Author "dubluv" in the forum "1/16th, 1/18th, Mini & Micro RC Cars"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8913744

RE: Anyone NOT getting a Traxxas 1/16 and why not?
I'm contemplating a mini revo still...although it's nice to see the dettta love is still there...
Posted on: 7/6/2009 4:39 PM by Author "dubluv" in the forum "1/16th, 1/18th, Mini & Micro RC Cars"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8911217

RE: OFFICIAL Detta ST THREAD **********
the bumpers are top notch from T-Bone racing....my sister went full throttle with my permax and 8 cell batt into a toyota 4runner...bumper has saved me from many a crash...
Posted on: 7/6/2009 4:36 PM by Author "dubluv" in the forum "1/16th, 1/18th, Mini & Micro RC Cars"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8911212

RE: Which charger are you using? DC
I just picked this up...waiting for shipping now... [link=http://www.ecpower.com.hk/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=66&products_id=182]EC Power EC6 [/link]
Posted on: 7/6/2009 4:33 PM by Author "dubluv" in the forum "1/16th, 1/18th, Mini & Micro RC Cars"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8911210