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RE: Where to buy flexible antenna?
i found out its also called memory wire, thats what they call it when used in jewelry making. I guess I'll be heading to a a art & craft store! thanks everyone.
Posted on: 9/5/2009 11:01 PM by Author "sykdevil"
in the forum "RC Car General Discussions"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9072740
Where to buy flexible antenna?
I was wondering where you can buy those flexible wire antennas, like the one you find on toy rc cars - and ones you find on toy rc remote controls. I need like 6 feet of those for a craft project, I have no idea where to find them. I've been to Ace hardware, Lowes, and Home Depot around my area, nobody seems to have anything like it. All they had were steel wires which won't flex back. I need them to be flexible yet retain most of the shape when bent, like those window dangler wires. Any help would be appreciated, thanks!
Posted on: 9/5/2009 6:03 PM by Author "sykdevil"
in the forum "RC Car General Discussions"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9072185
RE: Autonomous Helicopter
Hi Derek, Do you know how to fly a rc helicopter? If not then I would strongly advise you try to make an autonomous helicopter, it could be dangerous if you don't know the basics of controlling a rc helicopter. If you do know how to fly one, then disregard my previous comments. I think you should start with a coaxial helicopter (esky lama), this would make it more stable inflight and easier to control. You could get a hobby grade one for $60-100. If you are successful with that, then move on to a fix pitch or collective pitch. Since it is an autonomous helicopter, i would suggest buying the biggest that you can afford. just my 2cents, update us with the progress of your project!
Posted on: 5/9/2009 4:48 AM by Author "sykdevil"
in the forum "RC Robotics and Autonomous Robots"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8753671
Motorworks Sub no signal?
I got a wallyworld motorworks sub. I have new batteries in the controller and sub, turn both on, both the lights on the sub and controller lit up. BUT when i try to dive or go forward, nothing happens, no motor would turn. Anyone know what might be the problem here? I got this as a gift, so returning it won't be an option, will have to try to fix it. thanks
Posted on: 4/26/2009 4:29 AM by Author "sykdevil"
in the forum "RC Submarines"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8715913
RE: Official Heng Long Mad Truck Thread
I find that stuff Heng Long makes are usually pretty good quality for the price compare to other brands. HBX is another one of those cheap and decent quality chinese brands.
Posted on: 12/3/2008 4:22 AM by Author "sykdevil"
in the forum "RC Electric Off-Road Trucks, Buggies, Truggies and more"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8207774
Newbie Futaba 3PJ to 2.4?
I got a Futaba 3PJ, I was thinking about converting it to a 2.4ghz by buying SPEKTRUM SPM1014 DSM PRO MODULE/RX RECEIVER. My question is that what are the cons with doing this? Will there be a slower reponse time as I read somewhere it said something about converting analog to digital...i'm confused. I want to know if there are any issues with the signal/response time by pairing 3PJ with 2.4ghz unit. thanks
Posted on: 12/3/2008 2:55 AM by Author "sykdevil"
in the forum "RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8207710
RE: HBX, Who else owns one??
Anyone got a hbx surge truggy? Seems like they don't sell it in the states. Here is a link to it http://www.morfars.dk/rc/surge-truggy-racing-p-3939.html?language=en Got one in thailand for around $120 ....its 4wd, aluminum oil fill shock, aluminum shock tower, aluminum drive shaft, aluminum chassis, aluminum heat sink, full ball bearing even in diff cases, FM controller...etc etc overall its a very nice truck. Very good quality tires, a lot better than hbx truck/monster truck tires. I upgraded to hobby wing ezrun brushless motor + esc....this thing is fast!!! Was wondering if anybody have any experience to share about this truggy
Posted on: 11/26/2008 11:43 AM by Author "sykdevil"
in the forum "RC Electric Off-Road Trucks, Buggies, Truggies and more"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8185302
RE: Ricky Carmichael Bike - Hop-up
i tested my stock electronics board today...the board seems ok! I'm amazed at the quality of the stock electronics, seems to handle 3s lipos ok, as well as motorsdown to 19t safely.
Posted on: 8/25/2008 7:15 AM by Author "sykdevil"
in the forum "RC Motorcycles"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7882930
RE: Ricky Carmichael Bike - Hop-up
Guess it would be a good update for people who have read this thread and are planning to run a 3s lipo. After around 5-6 packs of 3s lipo through the ricky with stock electronics and motor, my ricky stopped working! At first I thought I fried the stock electronics, but before dismantling ricky, I decided to do a quick test on the motor by running 6v directly to the motor. It turned out the motor was toasted! I guess 11.1v through a 7.2v motor was way too much! I didn't think of that when running my lipo. I'm not sure if the electornics are fine though, but I'm guessing it is. I don't have a voltmeter or motor with me to test the electronics at the moment. I'll update this in a couple more days. I guess 11.1v through the stock electronics is a no no if you are running the stock motor!
Posted on: 8/23/2008 11:42 AM by Author "sykdevil"
in the forum "RC Motorcycles"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7876870
RE: Ricky Carmichael Bike - Hop-up
I ran my lipo for my airplane through the ricky at a large parking lot, it was rated at 11.1v 30C 2000mah . Ricky haul butt! It made the bike fly! had plenty of power, definitely a big improvement over a 7.2v nimh batt. The stock electronics seems to be handling the power without any problems so far. I did not drive full throttle the whole time, only held it down for 3-4 sec since ricky went so fast it ran out of room to run it. So far so good. I would recommend upgrading it to a 11.1v 30c Lipo before upgrading the motor or electronics, seems like its one of the easiest upgrade to do. Just wondering how long my gyro would last [:D] I did not time the run time, but I'm guessing it ran for around 5-10 before it started to lose its punch. Thanks to TechyJoe for performing the initial tests, or else I wouldn't dare try a 11.1v lipo in my ricky.
Posted on: 8/19/2008 10:21 AM by Author "sykdevil"
in the forum "RC Motorcycles"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7862405
Differences between HPI RS4 3
I'm looking to get a 1/10 nitro onroad car, got some questions hope someone can help me with. Whats the difference between the Nitro RS4 3 18ss and the Nitro RS4 3 18ss Plus (aside from the bodies)? Also the Nitro RS4 3 Evo + seems to be a good deal compared to the kit versions stated above, it has a more powerful engine. How does the kit version compare to the rtr one? All the Nitro RS4 seems to be almost the same, some with more hopup parts than others, having a hard time choosing which I should buy. thanks in advance
Posted on: 7/21/2008 3:53 AM by Author "sykdevil"
in the forum "RC Car General Discussions"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7753977
Adjusting diff for truggy
I just got a haiboxing truggy, I know how to adjust the diff, but I don't know how I should adjust it to suit the track. I plan on running on dirt, so how tight should it be adjusted? Should the front and back be the same? Hope someone can help, thanks!
Posted on: 5/24/2008 8:03 AM by Author "sykdevil"
in the forum "RC Electric Off-Road Trucks, Buggies, Truggies and more"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7534536
RE: battery discharger?
it could be a battery voltage indicator, telling you if voltage is low
Posted on: 5/22/2008 9:42 AM by Author "sykdevil"
in the forum "RC Electric Off-Road Trucks, Buggies, Truggies and more"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7526996
RE: Bringing 1/64 hobby grade racing to reality!!!
how thick are the chassis? what material is it made of?
Posted on: 11/20/2007 7:48 PM by Author "sykdevil"
in the forum "1/16th, 1/18th, Mini & Micro RC Cars"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=6651484
RE: Powered Steering Axle for a 1/16 amphibious truck???
check out the Tamiya TLT-1, its 1/18 scale so its roughly the same size as your model. I think those axles should work, it has 4 wheel steering also. [link=http://www.tamiyausa.com/product/item.php?product-id=47201]Tamiya TLT-1[/link] They are currently on sale. Hope that helps
Posted on: 10/16/2007 8:07 PM by Author "sykdevil"
in the forum "1/16th, 1/18th, Mini & Micro RC Cars"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=6499691
1/43 Scale Chassis Material Help
I am looking to make a chassis for my 1/43 scale rc car. I was wondering what's the best type of plastic sheet to make the chassis out of. Looking for something that doesn't flex, not brittle and easy to cut. I know that carbon fiber is great, but the price is out of my budget. So I'm looking for the next best alternative. The chassis will be between 1mm-1.5mm, that is around 0.039" to 0.059" thick. Thanks
Posted on: 3/1/2007 11:04 PM by Author "sykdevil"
in the forum "1/16th, 1/18th, Mini & Micro RC Cars"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=5496839
RE: Walmart Submarine = Cool ! Part II
anyone seen the USS Shark and USS Gator at their walmart, found one of these in my walmart, the controller looks different from the old ones. Seems like a new lineup for 2007, was wondering if anybody has a review of it compared to the old versions.
Posted on: 1/31/2007 11:57 PM by Author "sykdevil"
in the forum "RC Submarines"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=5354024
RE: flying sub
I can't seem to find the site right now, but there was this link to a japanese rc sub site. They had flying subs, kinda like manta ray rc subs that flies under water. It was amazing and incredible, I will try to find it again. Actually I found it..here it is [link=http://www.imasy.or.jp/~imae/kagaku/manta1.mpg]Manta 1 Vid[/link] [link=http://www.imasy.or.jp/~imae/kagaku/manta2.mpg]Manta 2 Vid[/link] I just noticed this was posted in a couple threads down below under "Space Shuttle sub ? " Enjoy!
Posted on: 7/12/2006 5:38 AM by Author "sykdevil"
in the forum "RC Submarines"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=4491727
RE: Blade CP Essential Accessories
thanks a lot guys!
Posted on: 11/30/2005 7:50 PM by Author "sykdevil"
in the forum "RC Helicopter Beginners Forum"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=3604618
Blade CP Essential Accessories
Hi, I'm about to buy a Blade CP what are the essential accessories to get, incase of a crash or essential upgrades that will make the heli fly better. This is what i'm getting so far, please help me out and see if i'm missing anything. 1. Flat Bottom Main Blade Set: BCP or Symmetrical Main Blade Set (whats the difference? which to get?) 2. Training Gear Set: BCP 3. Carbon Fiber Tail Rotor Blade: BCP 4. Aerobatic Enhancement Kit:BCP (saving for when i get better at flying) 5. Aluminum Swashplate Set: BCP - Useful or waste of money? 6. Extra Battery 8 cell NIMH - where to get ( don't want to get lipo yet, too expensive ) Thanks in advance.
Posted on: 11/28/2005 10:51 PM by Author "sykdevil"
in the forum "RC Helicopter Beginners Forum"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=3597928
RE: OMP Tornado VS Esky CP2 6ch
i just got into rc helis so don't flame me for asking this question, is the CP2 a fp heli? also, what are the essential parts that i should get accessories, extra parts for my heli, i want to get them all at once so i save on shipping and i won't have to wait for parts later. Thanks
Posted on: 11/9/2005 10:15 AM by Author "sykdevil"
in the forum "RC Helicopter Beginners Forum"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=3535996
OMP Tornado VS Esky CP2 6ch
I've narrowed down my decision to these two helis, its so hard to decide, which one do you guys think i should get. OMP Tornado - Durable esky cp2 - able to advance as skill increase which one should i get? Helppp!
Posted on: 11/8/2005 1:24 AM by Author "sykdevil"
in the forum "RC Helicopter Beginners Forum"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=3531797
RE: Help select cheap rtf heli please!
Thanks for the replies, i think i might just spend a bit more and get a real rc heli instead of a "toy" rc heli that i was thinking about getting.
Posted on: 11/7/2005 10:21 AM by Author "sykdevil"
in the forum "Electric Indoor & Micro RC Flight"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=3529040
RE: Help select cheap rtf heli please!
a heli similar to the blade runner, but cheaper.
Posted on: 11/6/2005 12:59 AM by Author "sykdevil"
in the forum "Electric Indoor & Micro RC Flight"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=3525535
WTB Electrifly T-370
Hi i'm looking to buy a electrifly t-370 motor, or permax 280 anyone got a used but still in a good condition for sell? Mods, if i'm not suppose to post this here, sorry please delete this or move to an appropriate section. If anyone got one for sell, please email me at meteorainc@yahoo.com Thank You
Posted on: 11/6/2005 12:43 AM by Author "sykdevil"
in the forum "Park Flyers & Backyard Flyers"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=3525514
Help select cheap rtf heli please!
Hi i would like to get into rc helicopters, but i want to try something thats cheap and rtf out first. I know these helis aren't all that great, but i just want something i can fly indoor for now and see how i like it. With that said, can you guys please tell me which heli out of the list would be the most "flyable" thanks. Please check this site out and help me select: [link=http://www.hobbytron.com/RCHelicopters.html]hobbytron helis[/link] Winner Full Function Electric RC Helicopter 3 CH With Double Blades Sky Shadow Full Function Electric RC Helicopter Dragonfly Full Function Mini RC Electric Helicopter With Double Blades RC Aerobus Electric Helicopter with Launch Pad RC Electric 3 Ch Mini Helicopter
Posted on: 11/4/2005 12:05 AM by Author "sykdevil"
in the forum "Electric Indoor & Micro RC Flight"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=3519793
RE: Help looking for rc tread vehicle!
I bought one of those tanks 2 yrs ago, it was a copy of the original Marui tanks. The ground clearance on those tanks are very low, therefore you can't drive the tank offroads or even on grass that are like 2inches long. The tank will just get stuck. But they are fun to play with, definately worth the $40 that i got it for. I just found this car, its called RC Fire Chariot. Here's the link, it looks pretty promising, with a few mods and cutting, it should make the vehicle look and run better. The best part is that it only cost $20!!! comes with battery and charger! http://www.hobbytron.com/Fire-Chariot.html A wholecase case of 12, the car would only cost $7.50 each!!!
Posted on: 9/1/2005 11:19 AM by Author "sykdevil"
in the forum "RC Car General Discussions"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=3319881
RE: Help looking for rc tread vehicle!
here is the ebay item number 5996180970, there was one auction for a nitro dozer that just ended like 2 days ago, it was around $37 + shipping. The nitro dozer auction on ebay now comes with a rc boat, and a hovering ufo. Seems like a good deal if the price doesn't go up that much.
Posted on: 8/31/2005 10:14 PM by Author "sykdevil"
in the forum "RC Car General Discussions"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=3318545
Help looking for rc tread vehicle!
Hi i'm trying to find rc vehicle like the tyco nitro dozer, and the kyosho blizzard. The kyosho blizzard is a little too expensive for me, and the nitro dozer is hard to find, even on ebay. There is one on ebay now, but its not in that good of a condition. So i was wondering if anybody knows of any treaded rc vehicles out there, that are under 100 dollars. Thanks
Posted on: 8/31/2005 2:45 PM by Author "sykdevil"
in the forum "RC Car General Discussions"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=3317203
RE: Batts for newbie Mini-Z...help a brotha out
if you'll be playing with rc cars/planes/boats for a while, i recommend getting a good charger that charges multiple types of batteries such as nimh, nicd the mini z uses AAA batts, i'm using these batteries 750mah NiMH http://www.batteryspace.com/index.a...WPROD&ProdID=36 they work great and they are very cheap after s+h it comes down to around $22 for 24 pieces. discount code : batteryspace if you want to race, you might want to get batts that are 800mah, but most of those cost around $14 for only 4.
Posted on: 6/11/2004 1:03 AM by Author "sykdevil"
in the forum "1/16th, 1/18th, Mini & Micro RC Cars"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=1892541
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