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RE: Aquacraft Revolt 30
Mine had a faulty rudder to start with. Water cooling hole was drilled but not all the way through. In other words, no water was going thru to cool the motor or ESC. Luckily I caught it after the first run, it was smoking hot after a 3 minute run.. Emailed Aquacraft about it and they blew me off. I sent it back to my LHS to deal with them directly. Definitely disappointed about the customer service; I have had way better experiences with Horizon and my Proboat models.
Posted on: 8/25/2012 9:10 PM by Author "nitroade"
in the forum "Speed - Electric"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11206104
RE: What % of your RC $ is spent at the LHS?
90%. Gotta support the LHS!
Posted on: 8/8/2012 8:59 PM by Author "nitroade"
in the forum "RC Car General Discussions"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11186436
RE: Aquacraft Revolt 30
Just picked mine up this afternoon. Was all excited for the maiden voyage tomorrow but it's calling for rain [&o]
Posted on: 6/9/2012 9:37 PM by Author "nitroade"
in the forum "Speed - Electric"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11112891
RE: Lining up body holes for my SC10 painted body
I use my wife's nail polish; it's thick enough to sit right on the body post.
Posted on: 3/10/2012 8:23 PM by Author "nitroade"
in the forum "RC Electric Off-Road Trucks, Buggies, Truggies and more"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10994910
RE: Titan 12t 550 Question
I think Xtreme RC did a dyno test years ago and it was around 2000kv
Posted on: 2/28/2012 8:38 PM by Author "nitroade"
in the forum "RC Car General Discussions"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10980886
RE: Vintage
Damn, I drooled on my keyboard...
Posted on: 12/8/2011 9:55 PM by Author "nitroade"
in the forum "RC Electric Off-Road Trucks, Buggies, Truggies and more"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10851043
RE: Venom Procharger Help
I'd try charging the lipo on another charger just to rule out a connection break of some sort within the batt that is tripping the charger failsafe. If it charges on another charger, call Venom for warranty; they are pretty easy to deal with.
Posted on: 11/16/2011 6:11 PM by Author "nitroade"
in the forum "RC Car General Discussions"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10815622
RE: Venom Procharger Help
Anything displayed on the screen when it resets? Are you actually waiting for the charger to change screens after checking the battery before you press enter again? If so, the charger never actually goes into charge mode. You just need to press enter while it is in the checking phase.
Posted on: 11/15/2011 8:34 PM by Author "nitroade"
in the forum "RC Car General Discussions"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10814235
RE: Where to buy a ramp...
I think you can get them at toys r us
Posted on: 11/7/2011 9:08 PM by Author "nitroade"
in the forum "RC Car General Discussions"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10801953
RE: Slash Platinum 4wd Problems
Considering you hit a mailbox at 50, Traxxas probably won't be giving you a refund[:D] Just take it apart and find out what's broken.
Posted on: 10/22/2011 10:40 PM by Author "nitroade"
in the forum "RC Electric Off-Road Trucks, Buggies, Truggies and more"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10778302
RE: xl-5 esc to motor connections?
I would guess you can probably go to any auto parts store and get some insulated bullet connectors.
Posted on: 6/23/2011 9:58 PM by Author "nitroade"
in the forum "RC Car General Discussions"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10589588
RE: Traxxas Stampede motor issues
The higher the c rating, the better the battery so the 25c would be fine. You should know that the Stampede is pretty much uncontrollable on 3S; you will be hard pressed to keep the front tires anywhere near the ground. 2S will wake the truck up nicely and still be pretty much controllable with some restraint on the throttle.
Posted on: 6/20/2011 11:05 PM by Author "nitroade"
in the forum "RC Electric Off-Road Trucks, Buggies, Truggies and more"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10584581
RE: Hpi brama 10b replacement need help !
You honestly cannot compare the Vorza with the Brama. No one in their right mind will recommend the Brama 10B for any reason. You are comparing an entry level 1/10 scale brushed buggy with an 8th scale brushless 6S capable buggy. If you want to stay HPI, these are your only choices and the Vorza is by far the better choice.
Posted on: 6/19/2011 10:44 AM by Author "nitroade"
in the forum "RC Electric Off-Road Trucks, Buggies, Truggies and more"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10581941
RE: Pro Boar Apache 24 Upgrades?
IMO, you do not want a hydro if you are jumping wakes, they tend to fly when they get airborne and can easily go end over end; again inherent with the shape and design of the hull (think of it as a big airplane wing). Honestly, a brushless cat or V hull on a couple of high quality lipos and you will be all smiles. It may not sound very fast, but when you get into the 30-40 mph speeds in an RC boat, it's pretty quick. You can always mod to go faster but you will lose some stability. The Mystic looks nice; basically a Miss Geico hull in a mute colour and with the offset rudder from the factory.
Posted on: 6/18/2011 8:35 PM by Author "nitroade"
in the forum "Speed - Electric"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10581135
RE: Pro Boar Apache 24 Upgrades?
Yes, a hydro should be faster than a comparably powered catamaran; it all comes down to the hull design. You can get crazy fast with either although it is easier to do with a hydro. At high speed, hydro's can become very twitchy and they don't run as well in a chop. Hydros are designed such that a minimal amount of the boat hull is in contact with the water while on plane; they skim the water while a v hull slices thru; the cat is somewhere in between. Why don't you check out some vids of the boats running on Youtube and decide what is fast enough for you?
Posted on: 6/18/2011 6:35 PM by Author "nitroade"
in the forum "Speed - Electric"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10580986
RE: Hpi brama 10b replacement need help !
The ESC should just plug right in, however, any particular reason you want to go with the Brama 10B? This chassis is very entry level and does not hold up well to brushless power. You will definitely have problems with parts breaking if you go this route.
Posted on: 6/18/2011 6:25 PM by Author "nitroade"
in the forum "RC Electric Off-Road Trucks, Buggies, Truggies and more"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10580975
RE: Pro Boar Apache 24 Upgrades?
You also have to take into account the water and wind conditions and the batteries you are running so yes, while you could conceivably just pop it out of the box and go, to get the best performance you do have to set it up. If you are looking for more than the Apache will provide, have you considered the Miss Geico or Motley Crew? Both are brushless cats, RTR and will completely outperform your Apache in every sense. To be honest, the Apache is dog slow as are most brushed boats.
Posted on: 6/18/2011 11:13 AM by Author "nitroade"
in the forum "Speed - Electric"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10580500
RE: Good Drift RC car
TA05, great chassis and easily converted to CS later if you like as well.
Posted on: 6/15/2011 6:13 PM by Author "nitroade"
in the forum "RC Electric On-Road vehicles, race cars and more"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10576174
RE: What does your LHS charge?
My LHS generally charges whatever Tower does.
Posted on: 6/14/2011 8:57 PM by Author "nitroade"
in the forum "RC Car General Discussions"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10574635
RE: what voltage is this turnigy lipo? 2 voltages displayed
I think Turnigy uses their cases for multiple batteries, they usually have a little dot next to what you've got.
Posted on: 6/14/2011 8:21 AM by Author "nitroade"
in the forum "RC Electric Off-Road Trucks, Buggies, Truggies and more"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10573401
RE: What brand was it?
The only new brand I recall of late is Electrix?
Posted on: 6/13/2011 9:09 PM by Author "nitroade"
in the forum "RC Car General Discussions"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10572680
RE: Funny Craigslist Ads
Had to post this one up, was laughing hard after reading it. New in the box but used once! Shipped back to Redcat to be inspected before sale! Brushless 1/8 Monstertruck Earthquake 8e - $335 (Coquitlam) Date: 2011-06-07, 8:05AM PDT Reply to: sale-fesza-2426071157@craigslist.org [Errors when replying to ads?] Hi, i have a new still in the box earthquake 8e brush less monster truck. I have used it only once and it is too powerful for me and i need something more novice. I have bought it from redcatracing and it was 399.99 + tax and shipping and handling. I shipped it back to redcat racing for them to inspect the rc car and make sure everything is good before selling. The radio is still in the foam bag and is brand new. Brand new body. It comes with car, charger, 2 batteries, controller, body, and 4 spare axles. This rc car is 1/8 scale 4 wheel drive and it goes up to 80km/h with the stuff i have for it.
Posted on: 6/7/2011 12:14 PM by Author "nitroade"
in the forum "RC Car General Discussions"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10561654
RE: rustler problem
Did you store it with fuel left in the tank and engine? Might need to pull out the carb and give it a good cleaning. and yes, the vent is the line attached to the exhaust pipe.
Posted on: 5/29/2011 10:37 PM by Author "nitroade"
in the forum "RC Car General Discussions"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10547599
RE: Best Offroad RC Car
What are you going to be using it for? And yes, the Traxxas stuff does not come close to Team Associated. I'm not a Traxxas hater, I own both Traxxas and TA and there's no comparison.
Posted on: 5/28/2011 8:34 AM by Author "nitroade"
in the forum "RC Electric Off-Road Trucks, Buggies, Truggies and more"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10544934
RE: lipo
40c is probably more than you need for a Velineon system, but it won't harm it.
Posted on: 5/27/2011 10:15 PM by Author "nitroade"
in the forum "RC Car General Discussions"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10544403
RE: Funny Craigslist Ads
Traxxas Rustler VXL w/ LOTS of Extras - $600 (Chilliwack) Date: 2011-04-28, 12:52AM PDT Reply to: sale-k6gjx-2350552501@craigslist.org [Errors when replying to ads?] Time to sell my Traxxas Rustler VXL w/ lots and lots of goodies. Can easily go 70+mph [b]I easily have over $1200 into this and am asking $600 obo for everything including the charger and new battery[/b] IMO, there is no goody or extra that makes a Rustler worth $600.
Posted on: 5/24/2011 11:44 PM by Author "nitroade"
in the forum "RC Car General Discussions"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10539272
RE: brake in period for traxxas rustler vxl brushless?
^^^ What TBJ said. Watch those curbs, they come up out of nowhere.[8|]
Posted on: 5/18/2011 10:05 PM by Author "nitroade"
in the forum "RC Electric Off-Road Trucks, Buggies, Truggies and more"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10528736
RE: TB-01 vs DF-03Ra ?
The DF03ra is really versatile. I have used mine on road, gravel, and it even drifts ok with a quick wheel swap. Parts support and infinite upgrades are also available. The TB chassis is more specialized IMO.
Posted on: 5/17/2011 9:52 PM by Author "nitroade"
in the forum "RC Electric Off-Road Trucks, Buggies, Truggies and more"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10526749
RE: Small tachometer for a nitro?
Yep, my Losi Ten-T has an integrated telemetry unit that works with the DX3S to give RPM and speed as well as temp readings on the fly.
Posted on: 5/11/2011 8:29 PM by Author "nitroade"
in the forum "RC Car General Discussions"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10514947
RE: Movies with RC
Transformers 2, Revenge of the Fallen. Isn't there a Tamiya as Wheelie or something like that?
Posted on: 5/2/2011 9:55 PM by Author "nitroade"
in the forum "RC Car General Discussions"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10498378
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