RE: Unknown RC Car Circa 1985. Need help ID this one
or a Striker/FX10 that has been upgrades,look at the front shock tower,they are after market
Posted on: 4/8/2012 5:00 AM by Author "megamaxx" in the forum "RC Classic Cars & Trucks"
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RE: Anyone Own a Savage X?
Enjoy the X!!!! awesome trucks! Still own one today its one of my all time faves!!!Learned a long time ago the more stuff you add to or mess with the more likely something is to go wrong!!!!My X is stock aside from the wheels,body,and the Force .28 carb i put on it today,in 2 years that is the only thing that has failed was the carb........
Posted on: 2/19/2012 2:44 PM by Author "megamaxx" in the forum "HPI Monster Truck Forum"
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RE: VINTAGE KYOSHO BUGGY & TRUCK PICS POST THEM
here is my almost finished optima,wife will be doing the graphics,waiting on the original sand super tires and new shock collars for the original shocks .Just scored a Optima mid from another member on here this week which is my next Kyosho project
Posted on: 10/12/2011 10:34 AM by Author "megamaxx" in the forum "RC Classic Cars & Trucks"
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RE: My vintage collection
nice collection.love the avante and egress,2 buggies i wish i never let go of back in the day. I too have been bitten by the vintage bug the last year.my Optima is almost complete( needs original rear shocks and the sand super tires) other than that its runs,did up an original frog and am now working on a hot shot and a stadium thunder.But none of mine are as nice as what you have there....very nice
Posted on: 10/5/2011 6:01 AM by Author "megamaxx" in the forum "RC Classic Cars & Trucks"
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RE: The official UNOFFICIAL thread of Tamiya Frog - LB strikes again!!
just bought an old frog,cant wait to get it and go through it.
Posted on: 7/25/2011 5:49 AM by Author "megamaxx" in the forum "RC Electric Off-Road Trucks, Buggies, Truggies and more"
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RE: The official UNOFFICIAL thread of Tamiya Frog - LB strikes again!!
[quote]ORIGINAL: oldfrog Did this work [/quote] Lovin the polka dotted Frog!!!!!
Posted on: 7/25/2011 5:44 AM by Author "megamaxx" in the forum "RC Electric Off-Road Trucks, Buggies, Truggies and more"
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RE: Engine suggestions
ok step 4 has got me,it says make a strut plate out of 1/8 ply(scrap) to space the struts i assume,but does not tell me the length so i know how far to space them and how far up part E is supposed to be from the back of the boat!!!
Posted on: 4/23/2011 3:13 PM by Author "megamaxx" in the forum "Speed - RC Nitro Boats"
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RE: Engine suggestions
thanks all,thanks for the input......i picked up extra wood over the weekend when i got supplies,due to the fact alot of the Dumas wood,split,separated,or chipped just removing it from the box and getting set on the bench.then removing the pieces with there incomplete punches just makes it just that much more fun!!!!but it is just what i wanted, a challenging time consuming build!!!!
Posted on: 4/20/2011 3:45 AM by Author "megamaxx" in the forum "Speed - RC Nitro Boats"
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RE: Engine suggestions
started the build yesterday,start building the skeleton tomorrow morning,these instructions a vague,holy crap!!!! would not ever recommend this kit for a first time builder! and must say i am very unimpressed with the quality of the material in the box!!!
Posted on: 4/19/2011 5:36 PM by Author "megamaxx" in the forum "Speed - RC Nitro Boats"
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RE: curious why not
[quote]ORIGINAL: z style Would there be any reason why rubber engine mounts wouldn't work with these engines or do they absolutely need to be solid mounted? Jon [/quote] the question kind of answers itself if you reallllllllllly think about it!!!!! but in theory if ya put the tranny on rubber mounts too they could move together,.....problem solved!!!!! LMAO
Posted on: 4/17/2011 9:38 AM by Author "megamaxx" in the forum "HPI Monster Truck Forum"
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RE: Engine suggestions
[quote]ORIGINAL: chief3452 Hey Megamaxx, I've built a Miss Unlimited and I enjoy running this model alot. If you have any questions just let her rip, I'll be happy to help! Have fun! [/quote] nice looking boat, and i appreciate the help offer,i will be sure to ask!!!!!
Posted on: 4/12/2011 3:04 PM by Author "megamaxx" in the forum "Speed - RC Nitro Boats"
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RE: Engine suggestions
kit showed up today..... LET THE FUN BEGIN, [:D]
Posted on: 4/12/2011 9:47 AM by Author "megamaxx" in the forum "Speed - RC Nitro Boats"
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RE: Engine suggestions
Yeah, i agree Hydro Junkie.Thats why i ignored it when dude kind of ripped on Advanced Builder. advanced Builder has built the exact boat i am about to do(no one else has piped in that has this boat),thats why i pay attention when he is giving tips on the build(he has built this model) , i am paying attention to all input on engine choice, i am not afraid to fabricate a exhaust for a front ported exhaust and still keep it inside the hull. ALL of you have been tremendously helpful and i thank you for all the input and info all of you have shared
Posted on: 4/5/2011 2:31 PM by Author "megamaxx" in the forum "Speed - RC Nitro Boats"
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RE: Engine suggestions
[quote]ORIGINAL: Blackout [quote]ORIGINAL: megamaxx A rear/ side exhaust is the proper engine to use...advanced builder so a front exhaust engine is a bad idea, i am just making sure i understand and do not screw up and buy the wrong type of engine,and seeing how you have built a very nice example of what i am attempting to build i take your input pretty seriously [/quote] Well, maybe I'm
Posted on: 4/5/2011 12:35 PM by Author "megamaxx" in the forum "Speed - RC Nitro Boats"
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RE: Engine suggestions
A rear/ side exhaust is the proper engine to use...advanced builder so a front exhaust engine is a bad idea, i am just making sure i understand and do not screw up and buy the wrong type of engine,and seeing how you have built a very nice example of what i am attempting to build i take your input pretty seriously
Posted on: 4/5/2011 10:22 AM by Author "megamaxx" in the forum "Speed - RC Nitro Boats"
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RE: Engine suggestions
[quote]ORIGINAL: advanced builder OK guys you didn't read my post on mahogany .you need to add 1/32 ply on the back side of the sheet of mahogany Yes it's very grain-ie You can split the wood very easy. putting down the top is the hardest one side will lay down Ok the other side want to role up on you . YES SOAK THAR TOP SKIN IN WATER BEFORE you lay it down. epoxy will be OK The end grain on the mahogany needed to be cut upside-down. on the one to skin. FYI [/quote] thanks for that bit of info, got it soak top skin before laying it down
Posted on: 4/4/2011 10:40 AM by Author "megamaxx" in the forum "Speed - RC Nitro Boats"
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RE: Engine suggestions
joseywales I would skin it with 1/32 ply. By doing that will lightern it up. Going to order some more from them. good idea, i will keep that in mind
Posted on: 4/3/2011 3:47 PM by Author "megamaxx" in the forum "Speed - RC Nitro Boats"
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RE: Engine suggestions
http://www.rcuniverse.com/market/item.cfm?itemId=733162 http://www.rcuniverse.com/market/item.cfm?itemId=731310 then there are these, the Irvine i have no clue what so ever on,researched it.sounds like a plane engine to me,and the OS .21 should turn the rpm's but will it have the torque to get it moving
Posted on: 4/3/2011 11:23 AM by Author "megamaxx" in the forum "Speed - RC Nitro Boats"
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RE: Engine suggestions
thank you all for the great input and info so far,and a special thanks to advanced builder for the great pis( that i will undoubtedly reference through this build)
Posted on: 4/3/2011 11:09 AM by Author "megamaxx" in the forum "Speed - RC Nitro Boats"
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RE: Engine suggestions
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=230593408124&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=230593406793&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT i have found these 2, i like the one with the organ pipes, and i think i can incorporate them neatly into the cowl.
Posted on: 4/3/2011 6:24 AM by Author "megamaxx" in the forum "Speed - RC Nitro Boats"
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RE: Engine suggestions
[quote]ORIGINAL: Blackout What length is the hull? [/quote] its a 36 inch hull, its becoming quite clear that i have to be extremely careful in my choice,if i under power the boat, wont plane out and be a slug, so me being me thinks that over powering would be better .of course would have to be exercising some throttle control until i get the hull balanced out so i do not launch it..........
Posted on: 4/3/2011 6:19 AM by Author "megamaxx" in the forum "Speed - RC Nitro Boats"
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Engine suggestions
I am doing my first boat build in over 25 years,i bought a Dumas Miss Unlimited kit. I was hoping one of the enthusiasts here could point me in the direction of a decent marine engine. i am not looking to race, i just want something i can sling out on the water and have a good time with. i have run across the ASP engines at a unbelievable price ,50.00 for a .40( which makes me question it)and then others are upwards of 500.00,then i read researching the forums to beware of plane engines that companies slap a water jacket on and call it a marine engine.........anyway any guidance and info on this will be deeply appreciated
Posted on: 4/2/2011 6:56 PM by Author "megamaxx" in the forum "Speed - RC Nitro Boats"
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RE: $40 savage!!! shuts off though:(
last pic ,the coupler from the header to the pipe,is that a tear,rip or something,that would definitely kill your tank pressure and starve the engine out. and by the way great score for 40 bones[:D]
Posted on: 3/22/2011 3:47 PM by Author "megamaxx" in the forum "HPI Monster Truck Forum"
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RE: Revo vs Savage: now what?
i have owned both,both kick ass ,so buy one and bash the crap out of it [:D][:D]
Posted on: 3/20/2011 6:12 AM by Author "megamaxx" in the forum "Traxxas Monster Truck forum"
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RE: HPI F4.6 any good???
the F4.6 is a great stock factory engine,( i usually hate stock factory engines)m i have 2 of them,one that is in my X now that runs all day long and pull the front wheels at will. The second is on the bench getting new bearings and piston and sleeve.
Posted on: 3/19/2011 5:29 AM by Author "megamaxx" in the forum "HPI Monster Truck Forum"
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RE: F4.6 crank bearings
yeah thanks man,thats the plan.Bocca has the K series bearings listed but nothing for the F ,hence the ?
Posted on: 3/18/2011 6:39 AM by Author "megamaxx" in the forum "HPI Monster Truck Forum"
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F4.6 crank bearings
QUICK ? are the F4.6 and K4.6 crank bearings the same? reason being i am doing a rebuild on my F4.6 and the front was way leaky and the rear is not rolling smooth anymore.
Posted on: 3/17/2011 6:26 PM by Author "megamaxx" in the forum "HPI Monster Truck Forum"
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RE: Something not right, diff problems
last time i had a problem like this one, it was due to bad bearings allowing the diff to move just enough to chew them up
Posted on: 3/11/2011 9:22 AM by Author "megamaxx" in the forum "HPI Monster Truck Forum"
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RE: Something not right, diff problems
i have to ask,what are you guys doing to it in those 4 tanks of fuel? jumping houses,endless donuts,please a little background on the kind of running you are doing
Posted on: 3/10/2011 11:08 AM by Author "megamaxx" in the forum "HPI Monster Truck Forum"
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RE: Problem keeping engine running
seriously,an upside down exhaust pipe,WTF!!!!!!![>:] glad ya figured it out,the F4.6 is a decent running engine when its right.have fun man
Posted on: 3/9/2011 11:19 AM by Author "megamaxx" in the forum "HPI Monster Truck Forum"
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