RE: ** Undestructable RC Body** in 0-20 deg weather
dumb question alert: if you add the duct tape and the washers, how do you get the pin to go through the hole? it moves the pin hole into the body. [quote]ORIGINAL: nitrosportsandrunner um, isnt it Indestructible? not undestructable...lol. said part is that i read the title several times before i noticed it was spelled worng. gorrilla tape is some crazy strong tape, it will adhear to most any surface. the biggest weak point on many redcat bodies is the front bumper area and the body post holes. adding tape to those areas, as well as adding larger washers(traxxas has large white plastic ones) to the body posts will help alot! [/quote]
Posted on: 3/14/2011 12:01 PM by Author "sherwoodGS" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
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RE: ** Undestructable RC Body** in 0-20 deg weather
: sherwoodGS i did the entire underside of my eq 8e body and it is holding up extremely well
Posted on: 3/14/2011 10:51 AM by Author "sherwoodGS" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
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RE: ** Undestructable RC Body** in 0-20 deg weather
i did the entire underside of my eq 8e body and it is holding up extremely well. no problems so far and it has probably flipped on pavement about 10 times.. i would not waste your time using any other method.
Posted on: 3/13/2011 6:32 PM by Author "sherwoodGS" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10398003

RE: Redcat is crap uh?
whatever bro, why bother try to be all cool? you know this is a redcat site, right? [quote]ORIGINAL: cswtornado 1) Luck 2) Several takes 3) Not even too hard for something like a Savage... That jump goes into the "weekend warmup bash sessions" instead of an entire video dedicated to it. [/quote]
Posted on: 3/10/2011 5:22 PM by Author "sherwoodGS" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10391975

RE: Vid on Backdraft 8e battery box mod
i did this a week ago on my eq 8e, it works very well. no problems and my 5000 mah lipos now fit. i didn't have to take out the battery trays though i just easily fished them through no problem. everyone should do it those plastic hold downs are for the birds.
Posted on: 3/8/2011 6:33 PM by Author "sherwoodGS" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10387854

RE: Just sharing the carnage... Oh My....!
the new body is a pro line, pretty durable.
Posted on: 3/7/2011 6:34 PM by Author "sherwoodGS" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
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RE: Just sharing the carnage... Oh My....!
the body is the only thing broken. i have a new, much more durable body on it now. [quote]ORIGINAL: electricrc68 [quote]ORIGINAL: sherwoodGS do you guys think i need a new body? [/quote] just proves how durable redcats are.....busted body (maybe wheelie bar too?) and nothing else broken i guess. now thats "Built Redcat Tough" :D [/quote]
Posted on: 3/7/2011 5:30 PM by Author "sherwoodGS" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
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RE: Just sharing the carnage... Oh My....!
do you guys think i need a new body?
Posted on: 3/7/2011 4:33 PM by Author "sherwoodGS" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10385351

RE: video of the NEW Redcat Twister on youtube here is the link
i don't like the solid wheels.
Posted on: 3/5/2011 9:20 AM by Author "sherwoodGS" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10380393

RE: What would Redcat fans like to see come out next?
can't you guys just get along? too funny.
Posted on: 3/5/2011 9:17 AM by Author "sherwoodGS" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10380386

RE: a warning for electric RC owners!
not to be insensitibe or anything but did he leave you 4 stars?
Posted on: 3/5/2011 9:16 AM by Author "sherwoodGS" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10380383

RE: fried baby fried....
NOT fried baby, NOT fried. the only think that's fried is my brain....
Posted on: 3/4/2011 7:12 PM by Author "sherwoodGS" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
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RE: fried baby fried....
I AM A BONEHEAD AND DESERVE TO BE KICKED OFF THIS FORUM!!! so i went onto the speed controller website and pulled up the manual and this is what it says: PROBLEM: After power on, motor can’t work, but emits “beep-beep-, beep-beep-” alert tone. (Every “beep-beep-” has a time interval of 1 second ) PROBABLE CAUSE: Input voltage is abnormal, too high or too low SOLUTION: Check the voltage of the battery pack so, oddly enough, my batteries were dead. i was sure that the new bateries i put on there were charged but i was mistaken (i have 4 sets of batteries, 2 of them are the same....). anyhow, i tried a 3rd set and the thing works fine. my apologies to redcat for cursing you out today in a quiet field... anyhow, did anyone know that about the beep beep when the batteries are dead?
Posted on: 3/4/2011 7:08 PM by Author "sherwoodGS" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
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RE: fried baby fried....
no, the front wheels don't turn and no, it does not stop beeping. [quote]ORIGINAL: UrcHobby Sherwood, Do the front wheels still turn? And does it stop beeping? Dawn [/quote]
Posted on: 3/4/2011 6:34 PM by Author "sherwoodGS" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
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RE: fried baby fried....
it never smelled burnt.
Posted on: 3/4/2011 6:31 PM by Author "sherwoodGS" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
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RE: fried baby fried....
it wont do anything else though, someone has got to know what this means....
Posted on: 3/4/2011 2:35 PM by Author "sherwoodGS" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
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RE: fried baby fried....
yes, when i turn the esc on it beeps with a flashing green light like this: beep beep beep beep beep beep beep beep anyone have any idea what that means? is it just mad at me?
Posted on: 3/4/2011 2:09 PM by Author "sherwoodGS" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
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fried baby fried....
so i took the eq 8e out today in a field that was half dirt and half snow (about 1-2" deep...). i drove around for about a 1/2 hour and i think i got the electronics wet in the snow and mud as the truck has stopped working. not too bright on my part..... anyhow, i initially thought the batteries were dead but when i swapped them out the new ones didn't work either. i am letting it dry out upside down and i will see how it looks later. any suggestions? thanks guys!
Posted on: 3/4/2011 12:56 PM by Author "sherwoodGS" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
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RE: steering link
i took off the top plate and dremelled the crap out of the underside of it. it did the trick. thanks for the advice nitro.
Posted on: 3/4/2011 12:51 PM by Author "sherwoodGS" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
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RE: What would Redcat fans like to see come out next?
'm not bashing here but i'd rather see redcat improve on their reliability as well, instead of expanding their lineup. why not try to perfect what you already have instead of continuing with new models? i love my eq 8e, but it breaks every single time i take it out. i happen to enjoy fixing it (it's really become a competition between me and the truck to see who will win....) but eventualy enough will be enough for me i am afraid. i do respect redcat very much though for offering affordable, high performing vehicles, but those videos by alishamo are misleading in terms of durability. peace.
Posted on: 3/4/2011 12:45 PM by Author "sherwoodGS" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
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RE: steering link
thanks again nitro. no i haven't trimmed the upper deck yet but i think that will have to be my next move. the weather is better around here and i want to get this sucker out and bashing.
Posted on: 3/3/2011 6:56 PM by Author "sherwoodGS" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10377643

steering link
has anyone ever had this problem? on my eq-8e, the screws that hold the steering linkage arms (BS903-030) into the steering link (MPO-11) are too high and catch on the bottom of the front upper deck (BS803-011). i can't get the screws in any more as i've already stripped them and replaced them twice. what the heck!!!! seems like poor design. are the screws supposed to be flat/countersink type? that does not make sense but those are the kind it came with.....??????
Posted on: 3/3/2011 5:21 PM by Author "sherwoodGS" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
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12 to 17
has anyone installed the 12MM to 17MM wheel kit? i just got it in the mail today from Kurt at URC and i was wondering if anyone had any reviews on installation and performance. also, what 17MM wheels are you using? i have the earthquake 8e.
Posted on: 3/3/2011 2:29 PM by Author "sherwoodGS" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
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RE: Be strong my fellow winter RCers...Sring is around the corner!
running my truck in the wet, snow, rain or dry would involve it actually running for more than 5 miniutes. sorry to vent but i am very frustrated right now. wish i could just enjoy this thing.
Posted on: 2/23/2011 10:13 AM by Author "sherwoodGS" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
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RE: how do i get the upper deck off???
ah. thanks!!
Posted on: 2/21/2011 12:22 PM by Author "sherwoodGS" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
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how do i get the upper deck off???
i think i bent my steering link yesterday on a little jump (yay redcat!!) and i need to get in there and check. the right front tire is angled backwards about 10 degrees..... i took all the screws out of the top of the upper deck-front (BS803-011) but it does not come off. are there screws holding it in from the bottom that i dont see? also, is the on off switch held on there by double sided tape or screws? am i an idiot or is the exploded view in the manual worthless? please help. see pic:
Posted on: 2/21/2011 10:34 AM by Author "sherwoodGS" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
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RE: question about waterproofing and battery hold down
more damage done today to my 8e light bashing.......film at 11. at first glance, right front dogbone bent (what are they made out of peanut butter or metal...????).
Posted on: 2/20/2011 1:33 PM by Author "sherwoodGS" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10350610

RE: question about waterproofing and battery hold down
thanks nitro, i do mean snow proof, not water proof. thanks for clarifying for me.....i dont want/need to run any part of the truck under water, i just want to be able to run it in the snow (carefully...).
Posted on: 2/20/2011 1:16 PM by Author "sherwoodGS" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
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question about waterproofing and battery hold down
questions i could really use help with: 1. has anyone waterproofed the electronics in their earthquake 8e (or similar) vehicle? with all the snow here that seems like it is not going anywhere, i am wanting to do this. if you have, please let me know your methods and how difficult it was. 2. these darn hard plastic battery hold downs in the 8e are very difficu;t to deal with. i'm not sure if it's just me but they are very hard to get in out in the field. does anyone have any suggestions on something easier? PLUS, the turnigy batteries i bought from hobbyking (5200mah/30c lipos) have the power leads coming off the side instead of the top so they don't fit in right, anyone have any suggestions on this??? thanks in advance!
Posted on: 2/20/2011 6:57 AM by Author "sherwoodGS" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
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RE: earthquake 8e tire options
thanks Kurt i ordered the kit last night. i am also going to order some hpi savage flux off road tires today too so i will have a nice set of on road and off road tires for my 8e. good times.
Posted on: 2/20/2011 6:39 AM by Author "sherwoodGS" in the forum "Redcat Racing Support"
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