|
RE: New 1/10 RC10T4.1 Brushless 2.4 RTR from AE
[quote]ORIGINAL: maddrums25 I just bought one of these. It wasn't as fast as my redcat brushless, so I put in a reedy 6100kv motor. With the stock gearing it seems to over heat and shut down. Any suggestions on gearing to keep it running? I run 7.4v 5000mah lipos most of the time, but I also run an 11.1v 3200mah lipo for stupid speeds. I'm new to brushless so any help would be greatly appreciated. [/quote] First of all you don't need such a high KV motor, you can try smaller pinion gear, 18 is stock. Maybe a 16 would help. Is it the motor or the ESC that is getting HOT ?? I've run 4300KV with 16 with no problem it's all in the gearing not just the motor KV.
Posted on: 7/19/2012 11:35 AM by Author "ralph289"
in the forum "RC Electric Off-Road Trucks, Buggies, Truggies and more"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11161348
RE: The mini everyone has always wanted, losi 1/14th 8ight
[quote]ORIGINAL: neiloid Just took the plunge and reamed a couple of vent holes in the side pods. [/quote] I find the holes I put in REALLY help, tried the small side vent holes but didn't see much improvement from that, the windshild and body holes did help. Some guys are cutting out the windshild which is ok too, the holes work for me.
Posted on: 6/1/2012 10:17 AM by Author "ralph289"
in the forum "1/16th, 1/18th, Mini & Micro RC Cars"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11102579
RE: The mini everyone has always wanted, losi 1/14th 8ight
[quote]ORIGINAL: neiloid Excellent, you are over on RC Tech too? I think I recognise that shell - I take it your avatar is not you... [/quote] Yep, on TC Tech too great site. NO avatar is not me just some fun :)
Posted on: 6/1/2012 10:13 AM by Author "ralph289"
in the forum "1/16th, 1/18th, Mini & Micro RC Cars"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11102573
RE: The mini everyone has always wanted, losi 1/14th 8ight
[quote]ORIGINAL: neiloid Hi Ralph, got a picture of your M8 ? [/quote] Sure here it is :
Posted on: 6/1/2012 8:39 AM by Author "ralph289"
in the forum "1/16th, 1/18th, Mini & Micro RC Cars"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11102462
RE: The mini everyone has always wanted, losi 1/14th 8ight
Got the same set up on mine works REAL well now if they made GOOD lower arms for it, maybe by RPM. Also I changed the turnbuckle Ball Cup Ends to RPM BIG improvement !
Posted on: 6/1/2012 8:06 AM by Author "ralph289"
in the forum "1/16th, 1/18th, Mini & Micro RC Cars"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11102421
RE: The mini everyone has always wanted, losi 1/14th 8ight
What are the best Turnbuckle Ball ends for the mini 8 RPM 73375 ? Don't care for the Blue, is the 73372 in black the same ? Or is there a better choice ? These stock ones pop off SO easy. Thanks
Posted on: 5/21/2012 3:57 PM by Author "ralph289"
in the forum "1/16th, 1/18th, Mini & Micro RC Cars"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11089367
RE: New Losi Mini 8ight
Info I got from Horizon: Very good question. Set it so that from a dead stop , take off full punch, it should slip anywhere from 1/2 to 1and 1/2 feet. When you go from a slippery surface to high traction or just the opposite you should re-adjust it useing the same parameters. I hope this helps, if not send please let me know. To reply to this e-mail or to place another Horizon Hobby Support Inquiry, please visit our inquiry form. If you are referencing a past request, please include the following ticket number when prompted: 31,692 Don't forget, our phone staff is available at 1-877-504-0233, Monday through Friday, 8am-7pm CST, Saturday 8-5pm CST and Sunday Noon-5PM CST. Thank you, Bill We help YOU have fun with Hobbies! Horizon Hobby Product Support 4105 Fieldstone Rd. Champaign, IL 61822 1-877-504-0233
Posted on: 5/7/2012 6:36 PM by Author "ralph289"
in the forum "1/16th, 1/18th, Mini & Micro RC Cars"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11072326
RE: New Losi Mini 8ight
[quote]ORIGINAL: ntalekt [quote]ORIGINAL: ralph289 [quote]ORIGINAL: ntalekt [quote]ORIGINAL: ralph289 I have read on another site to tighten snug it down the nut then back off 1/4 turn. But i an no expert, just what I read. [/quote] Turn the nut I have pictured clockwise until tight? [/quote] Are you sure ?? No need to back it off 1/4 turn ?? [/quote] My last post was a question... [/quote
Posted on: 5/4/2012 12:30 PM by Author "ralph289"
in the forum "1/16th, 1/18th, Mini & Micro RC Cars"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11068446
RE: New Losi Mini 8ight
[quote]ORIGINAL: ntalekt [quote]ORIGINAL: ralph289 I have read on another site to tighten snug it down the nut then back off 1/4 turn. But i an no expert, just what I read. [/quote] Turn the nut I have pictured clockwise until tight? [/quote] Are you sure ?? No need to back it off 1/4 turn ??
Posted on: 5/4/2012 12:03 PM by Author "ralph289"
in the forum "1/16th, 1/18th, Mini & Micro RC Cars"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11068407
RE: New Losi Mini 8ight
I have read on another site to tighten snug it down the nut then back off 1/4 turn. But i an no expert, just what I read.
Posted on: 5/3/2012 5:09 AM by Author "ralph289"
in the forum "1/16th, 1/18th, Mini & Micro RC Cars"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11066586
RE: The mini everyone has always wanted, losi 1/14th 8ight
8mini Slipper adjustment ? Is there a slipper adjustment on the 8mini ? If so can some one please explain EXACTLY where it is and how to adjust it. I don't see anything about it in the on-line manual. THANKS
Posted on: 5/2/2012 4:38 PM by Author "ralph289"
in the forum "1/16th, 1/18th, Mini & Micro RC Cars"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11065974
RE: The mini everyone has always wanted, losi 1/14th 8ight
THANKS Ralph
Posted on: 4/30/2012 4:50 AM by Author "ralph289"
in the forum "1/16th, 1/18th, Mini & Micro RC Cars"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11062244
RE: The mini everyone has always wanted, losi 1/14th 8ight
[quote]ORIGINAL: neiloid The pin tyres on the white dish wheels are schumacher yellow mini pin tyres. Supposed to be the tyres for indoor carpet racing but I'm looking to use them on soft dirt as I don't carpet race indoors. I believe they also come in a softer white compound. Hope this helps. [/quote] Thanks for the info looks like they would work good on grass too. Any info on a 3s for the 8m ?? Thanks
Posted on: 4/27/2012 5:51 PM by Author "ralph289"
in the forum "1/16th, 1/18th, Mini & Micro RC Cars"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11059517
RE: The mini everyone has always wanted, losi 1/14th 8ight
[quote]ORIGINAL: neiloid Yes, there is. I'll post a link. [:D] [/quote] Please do. Also what are the pin type tires you are running on your pink & white 8m and will they fit the stock wheels ? THANKS
Posted on: 4/27/2012 3:58 PM by Author "ralph289"
in the forum "1/16th, 1/18th, Mini & Micro RC Cars"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11059436
RE: The mini everyone has always wanted, losi 1/14th 8ight
Hi, Can some one tell me if there is a 3s Gens Ace battery that fits the 8m well ? THANKS
Posted on: 4/27/2012 10:44 AM by Author "ralph289"
in the forum "1/16th, 1/18th, Mini & Micro RC Cars"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11059160
RE: Official Rustler Thread
I put a rare-earth magnet to the side of the trans and it sticks REALLy good I would think it has metal trans gears :)
Posted on: 4/19/2012 11:59 AM by Author "ralph289"
in the forum "RC Electric Off-Road Trucks, Buggies, Truggies and more"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11048754
RE: Official Rustler Thread
[quote]ORIGINAL: Muskokarc Well if you knew the weight differance you could weigh it out.  :P  Yes other than taking it apart there is not much els you can do.  What version of Rustler do you have? [/quote] Don't know what version, got it used. Does have the VXL motor on it and 2.4g and waterproof receiver. Thanks
Posted on: 4/19/2012 5:24 AM by Author "ralph289"
in the forum "RC Electric Off-Road Trucks, Buggies, Truggies and more"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11048280
RE: The mini everyone has always wanted, losi 1/14th 8ight
THANKS !
Posted on: 4/18/2012 4:14 PM by Author "ralph289"
in the forum "1/16th, 1/18th, Mini & Micro RC Cars"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11047685
RE: Official Rustler Thread
Hi, Does any one know if there is a way of telling a metal gear trans from the plastic gear trans without taking the trans apart ? THANKS
Posted on: 4/18/2012 11:22 AM by Author "ralph289"
in the forum "RC Electric Off-Road Trucks, Buggies, Truggies and more"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11047336
RE: The mini everyone has always wanted, losi 1/14th 8ight
[quote]ORIGINAL: neiloid Kimbrough servo saver arrived today so tomorrow I'll get my HS-225 installed. [:D] Should have her tracking true and more stable on high speed runs. [/quote] Can I please get the part # for the Kimbrough servo saver . THANKS
Posted on: 4/18/2012 7:07 AM by Author "ralph289"
in the forum "1/16th, 1/18th, Mini & Micro RC Cars"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11047012
RE: Official Rustler Thread
Great , are they better the Anaconda's ?
Posted on: 4/15/2012 1:49 PM by Author "ralph289"
in the forum "RC Electric Off-Road Trucks, Buggies, Truggies and more"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11043063
RE: Official Rustler Thread
[quote]ORIGINAL: SmOkEeJay Had a little incident yesterday with my new Raptor body. The front left body post came loose and the body ended up tearing. I used some duct tape to hold it for now, but I plan to get a HPI Silverado body soon: [IMG]http://i216.photobucket.com/albums/cc288/SmokeeJay/rustler-rebuild/Atlanta-20120414-00650.jpg[/IMG] Also, the screw came loose on the right rear camber link: [IMG]http://i216.photobucket.com/albums/cc288/SmokeeJay/rustler-rebuild/Atlanta-20120414-00649.jpg[/IMG] Running on gravel seems to be really rough on my Rustler, but I dont have many other places to run that are close by. [/quote] What tires are those if I may ask ? And how are they on LOW grass. Thanks
Posted on: 4/15/2012 1:29 PM by Author "ralph289"
in the forum "RC Electric Off-Road Trucks, Buggies, Truggies and more"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11043038
RE: Official Rustler Thread
NICE write up ! One thing I have experianced in the one I have in my T4 is to take off the end plate where the wires go in and put some silicone sealer there, there was enough space for small dirt and gravel to get in the motor housing, other then that a GREAT little motor.
Posted on: 4/14/2012 4:17 PM by Author "ralph289"
in the forum "RC Electric Off-Road Trucks, Buggies, Truggies and more"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11041965
RE: The mini everyone has always wanted, losi 1/14th 8ight
Great thanks for the info !
Posted on: 4/11/2012 5:14 PM by Author "ralph289"
in the forum "1/16th, 1/18th, Mini & Micro RC Cars"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11038231
RE: The mini everyone has always wanted, losi 1/14th 8ight
[quote]ORIGINAL: neiloid [quote]ORIGINAL: ralph289 ABOUT how long will it run STOCK on a 1800 2S lipo ? THANKS [/quote] About 20 minutes [:D] Depending on conditions and driving style. [/quote] Really I kind of thought it would be longer then that, is there a lipo with more mah that would fit it for some longer run time ?
Posted on: 4/11/2012 4:40 PM by Author "ralph289"
in the forum "1/16th, 1/18th, Mini & Micro RC Cars"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11038183
RE: The mini everyone has always wanted, losi 1/14th 8ight
ABOUT how long will it run STOCK on a 1800 2S lipo ? THANKS
Posted on: 4/11/2012 10:01 AM by Author "ralph289"
in the forum "1/16th, 1/18th, Mini & Micro RC Cars"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11037688
RE: The mini everyone has always wanted, losi 1/14th 8ight
[quote]ORIGINAL: neiloid Hi Ralph My pleasure chap. If you read up about half a dozen posts you will see that the Traxxas bottomsare #5439. You get six in a pack, so you are good to go. You need to pop out the Losi balls and use them in the Ofna tops and Traxxas bottoms. Easy job and you get a great fit and bomb proof shocks. [/quote] THANKS for your help !
Posted on: 4/11/2012 5:44 AM by Author "ralph289"
in the forum "1/16th, 1/18th, Mini & Micro RC Cars"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11037316
RE: The mini everyone has always wanted, losi 1/14th 8ight
[quote]ORIGINAL: neiloid Hi Ralph I'm afraid that you need two of the kits for all four of your shock tops as you can't use the shorter tops that also come on the kit. Lucky they are cheap ! [;)] [/quote] Thanks. I would need the Traxxas bottom pieces also correct ? any one have the part # handy . Thanks
Posted on: 4/11/2012 5:26 AM by Author "ralph289"
in the forum "1/16th, 1/18th, Mini & Micro RC Cars"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11037291
RE: The mini everyone has always wanted, losi 1/14th 8ight
[quote]ORIGINAL: neiloid Hi Shock tops and bottoms should be changed for Ofna tops #37100 and Traxxas bottoms #5439 - the Losi plastic is a little brittle. [link=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cxvps_3JirM&feature=g-hist&context=G2858726AHT4K6wwAQAA]shock fix[/link] The stock servo is ok but the saver is a little weak, but if you wrap a ziptie round its a good fix but most have switched servo to an HS225MG with a Kimbrough servo saver or similar. The aluminium shock towers are a little soft so most change these out for CF. That's about it. The car is great fun to drive and very durable. Hopefully by the time you buy they will have a bind n drive version so you can use your own radio. Lipos - I run Turnigy 2200 with a 20c (30 burst) rating and they are fine and last 30+ minutes. The higher the C rating the better I guess. If you are looking to race then get a shorter pack and move the esc off the centre brace to lower COG. I couldn't wait to 2013 to buy though. Hope this helps. [/quote] IS the Ofna tops #37100 kit enough to do ALL 4 shocks ? Thanks
Posted on: 4/10/2012 5:31 PM by Author "ralph289"
in the forum "1/16th, 1/18th, Mini & Micro RC Cars"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11036809
RE: Official Rustler Thread
Hi, can some one recommend a good ezrun system for a rustler. would a ezrun 35a 4300KV work ok on 2s and 3s lipos. Don't want to put TOO much money into a system. THANKS
Posted on: 4/10/2012 10:53 AM by Author "ralph289"
in the forum "RC Electric Off-Road Trucks, Buggies, Truggies and more"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11036201
| 
