RE: Down and probably out
Just to let everyone know that cares, I have sold the Monsoon. And as far as cars breaking, anything can break if not taken care of.
Posted on: 8/18/2008 8:00 PM by Author "need2drag" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7860520

RE: Down and probably out
I don't know, I don't have one.
Posted on: 8/18/2008 1:11 PM by Author "need2drag" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7859057

RE: Down and probably out
ok guys, I didn't put this up here to bash anything, or say anything was junk. I have been impressed with the performance of these cars. Yes there were some issues that was rather upsetting, and they made me want to quit entirely, but for what I spent on the cars it really isn't that bad of a deal. I have yet to see any manufacturer that doesn't have some sort of issue with their cars, so I would really appreciate it, if my thread was not used for bashing products.....of any kind. I posted this up to let the people I talk to know, that I wasn't going to be around for a while, and to inform others that are looking for parts, or cars that I had posted an AD for my stuff. If you want to bash products find somewhere else to do it.
Posted on: 8/16/2008 9:46 AM by Author "need2drag" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7851914

RE: Down and probably out
Ok, so the "probably out", is a "definitely out" now. I have gotten my medical bills for being out of work for the last month and I need to come up with some money quick. I have placed an ad in the classified section for all of my stuff. I will still visit the forums every now and again, and maybe someday down the road I will get back into the hobby.
Posted on: 8/15/2008 2:37 PM by Author "need2drag" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7849228

RE: August Redcat Video Contest Has Begun!
Cool. I think I am gonna be shooting for the funniest catagory. I got a good idea for it....hehehe
Posted on: 7/28/2008 8:03 PM by Author "need2drag" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7782011

RE: August Redcat Video Contest Has Begun!
Do we just post the video here?
Posted on: 7/28/2008 6:13 PM by Author "need2drag" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7781618

RE: ***Name the new ROCK CRAWLER Contest***
I still think you should call it the Executioner, cuz it kills everything else. lol
Posted on: 7/20/2008 9:49 PM by Author "need2drag" in the forum "RC Car General Discussions"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7753137

RE: Down and probably out
Easy killer. I have some other things to do first and then I will start getting that stuff.
Posted on: 7/19/2008 9:31 AM by Author "need2drag" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7748014

RE: Down and probably out
we will see what happens. I have some other things I would like to do as well, so depending on what happens with these cars with depict what I do with the what I get.
Posted on: 7/19/2008 1:21 AM by Author "need2drag" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7747433

RE: Down and probably out
ok sounds good
Posted on: 7/18/2008 10:37 PM by Author "need2drag" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7746997

RE: Down and probably out
It isn't really a tornado anymore. That one will need all 3 diffs replaced too. The main is going to crap, and doesn't have the brakes on it, and the front and rear both are crap.
Posted on: 7/18/2008 10:22 PM by Author "need2drag" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7746942

RE: New July/August video contest BEST 2 MIN. VIDEO
I guess I could dance with mine since I cant drive it, I might be able to win....LMAO
Posted on: 7/18/2008 10:21 PM by Author "need2drag" in the forum "RC Car General Discussions"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7746938

RE: Down and probably out
I have to take some of the stuff off of them, and then I will do that. I am going to give some parts to some people that have givin me a bunch of stuff in the past, and then everything else will be up for grabs.
Posted on: 7/18/2008 10:17 PM by Author "need2drag" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7746930

RE: Down and probably out
Ok, so I will be making a list of parts I am going to sell here in the next couple of days, so everyone keep an eye out for a sale thread with all my stuff in it. Prices will be fairly cheap too.
Posted on: 7/18/2008 10:06 PM by Author "need2drag" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7746895

RE: Down and probably out
I can't try anything, funds are pretty well wiped out now. That is one of the main reasons for putting a stop to this. I have just spent entirely too much money and time.
Posted on: 7/17/2008 9:45 AM by Author "need2drag" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7740432

RE: Down and probably out
for sure I will swing in every once in a while. I think right now for me, this is the road I need to take though. I am sure some day down the road I will be back in it.
Posted on: 7/17/2008 12:18 AM by Author "need2drag" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7739601

RE: Down and probably out
It is somewhat like that here. I have a nice open field I can go bash in, and the funny thing is that is where I seem to have the most problems with stuff breaking. So I know it is not because I am hitting things.
Posted on: 7/16/2008 8:59 PM by Author "need2drag" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7738848

Down and probably out
Well I got both my Monsoon and my Tornado running after being down for almost 2 months. After a week or so of a little on and off driving, I decided to invite my buddy over to go do some bashing. We got 1 tank through both cars, and then one of the shocks on the Tornado broke. Nothing too major. Got her fixed and back on the road. After about 1/4 of a tank we noticed it wasn't pushing with the rear wheels anymore. So we shut her down and found out the rear dogbone was missing, as well as the boot that it goes into on the rear diff. I also noticed that on the front tires only one of them was actually working. Not sure what the deal is there. So that one was down. I figured I would run one more tank through the Monsoon, and again about 1/4 of a tank and I loose all driving power. As I walk towards the car I noticed some parts laying on the ground. What could they be you ask? Well there were about 7 pieces of clutch shoes thrown all over the place around the car. As I inspected the clutch that was now broken into several pieces I noticed that the screw that holds it all in had once again broke inside the crankshaft. WOW!!!! What a fricken day. So in the end I have decided it is due time that I stop putting not only my money, but other people money into this hobby, because it is obviously not meant for me. I probably won't spend much time in the forums, as there really is no reason for me too. I have yet to decide what I am going to do with the cars, but I do know that a select few who have helped me in the past will get first dibs on any parts they want. It was nice while it lasted, but it is now time for me to spend my free time in another hobby. And for those that think I am "pissed' and just venting, well no I am not pissed nor am I venting. I just wanted to let everyone know of my misfortunes, yet again, and to inform anyone who cares, that I will no longer be around. I have introduced several other people into the world of Nitro RC and they plan to buy, and I have referred them to the forums as I feel there are a lot of great people with helpful tricks and hints in here. I hope everyone else has happy bashing, and continues to enjoy the hobby.
Posted on: 7/16/2008 6:07 PM by Author "need2drag" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7738297

RE: the who run what thread...7-13-08
Dang bro sucks to hear that. Well after all these long boring weeks and weekends, I finally got to run something. I got the Monsoon and Tornado both working, and got the Monsoon broke in again. After that I got the tornado fixed and me and my buddy ran them together, and went through about half a gallon of fuel. My steering seems to be having some issues on the Monsoon, so I quit before I ruined something. I didn't get any video yet, but the Monsoon is definitely a screamer now. Woohoo, no more boring weekends for the time being. lol Special thanks to Randy and Eddie for getting me going again. Hope to have some video up soon.
Posted on: 7/13/2008 4:00 PM by Author "need2drag" in the forum "RC Car General Discussions"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7726379

RE: nitro engine rebuild..etc
you know I will. I plan on some video as well. hehehe......oh shoot...didn't you continue the racing contest for another month? I guess I might be able to get into it after all. YES!!!!
Posted on: 7/10/2008 7:42 PM by Author "need2drag" in the forum "RC Car General Discussions"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7716525

RE: nitro engine rebuild..etc
Thanks for the vids. They helped out a lot. I got my engine back together, and now I just have to wait for the wife to get home, so she can watch the kids, and I can go outside and see if I did everything correct.
Posted on: 7/10/2008 7:04 PM by Author "need2drag" in the forum "RC Car General Discussions"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7716392

RE: Redcats Monsoon Thread
hmmmmmmmmm.....that is a good question. Must be cuz I have had all sorts of problems with mine.
Posted on: 7/9/2008 10:12 PM by Author "need2drag" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7713343

RE: nitro engine rebuild..etc
Sweet now I just need to get a little time to do it, and I should be up and running again.
Posted on: 7/9/2008 9:13 PM by Author "need2drag" in the forum "RC Car General Discussions"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7713121

RE: ***Name the new ROCK CRAWLER Contest***
How about the Himoto Executioner,
Posted on: 7/5/2008 11:21 PM by Author "need2drag" in the forum "RC Car General Discussions"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7698253

RE: project "MUTT"
thanks bro I really appreciate it.[:D]
Posted on: 7/1/2008 8:35 PM by Author "need2drag" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7683460

RE: project "MUTT"
lol....thanks bro. I am gonna need one, I just dont have any money to spend on one, not even shipping. With me being out of work right now, I can't afford anything.
Posted on: 7/1/2008 8:22 PM by Author "need2drag" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7683418

RE: project "MUTT"
I didn't even think about checking that. I will check it out and see what I come up with. It will probably be a couple of days though.
Posted on: 7/1/2008 5:03 PM by Author "need2drag" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7682780

RE: About To Throw In The Towel
nope. I am pretty much out of options.
Posted on: 6/27/2008 11:05 PM by Author "need2drag" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7669659

RE: About To Throw In The Towel
I would love it if I could spend the money of bigger better parts. every part I have broke or has failed on me, I have gotten better parts to replace it. Everytime somethinf breaks it is something new, and now I no longer have any money to spend on them. Kinda sucks. Makes me wish I would have only bought one car instead of thinking I would be ok to buy 2. Don't get me wrong, when they were running I couldn't get enough excitement out of them. I loved driving these things, but it has burned one serious whole in my wallet, as well as my savings account...lol
Posted on: 6/27/2008 8:18 PM by Author "need2drag" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7669150

RE: project "MUTT"
OK, so I got the car fired up and everything seemed tuned ok. I went to run it, and it seemed as if the diffs were both locked up. I noticed that once I loosened up the wheels, it seem to be fine. Then after about 30 seconds of slow driving the rear diff completely locked up. I think I am just going to get rid of this car.
Posted on: 6/27/2008 5:46 PM by Author "need2drag" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7668683