RE: SVB2 pro and lipo
Diggity Design makes a lipo plate that is setup to hold in a lipo on the V2 pro.
Posted on: 11/15/2008 10:07 PM by Author "wyd" in the forum "Academy Racing (MRC) Support Forum"
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RE: Official NITRO RUSTLER thread!!
[quote]ORIGINAL: ss34ever I just ordered a new traxxas nitro rustler,its my first nitro car, am I in over my head? [/quote]I have the new Rusty but been racing and running nitro for years. The directions Traxxas gives for this truck are excellent. You almost can't go wrong as long as you READ THE DIRECTIONS. Most people just read what they think is enough to get the truck running and that gets them into trouble. Read all the directions completely. After you do that then read again and follow the process Traxxas outline in the directions on how to start and break in the truck and you won't have any problems. I can't stress enough the follow th directions. The biggest problem I see at are hobbyshop with RTR vehicles whether electric or nitro is customers in a hurry and don't read and follow the directions. I have found the Nitro Rustler is a really nice all around truck. They do everything you could want in a nice RTR truck.
Posted on: 8/22/2008 9:08 PM by Author "wyd" in the forum "RC Nitro Stadium Trucks"
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RE: Official NITRO RUSTLER thread!!
[quote]ORIGINAL: daywalker121800 No the rustler is not a 2 speed. It still goes pretty fast depending on which motor you have in it. As far as durability, it does ok for itself but just remember..... any truck that can hit 50+ mph and crashes into something is going to break. You can buy a lot of different parts to make it more solid which most people do and that helps, but no matter what if you beat the He** out of it then it will break sometimes......if it doesnt then you are doing somthing wrong....lol Good luck man [/quote]Couldn't agree more. You beat it the truck will break, you hit stuff at 50mph it will break or you don't do maint it will not last. Also remember aluminum is heavier than the stock plastic and it might not break but it still bends and if it bends just a little and you can't tell it might affect the way the truck works and you might not be able to solve the problem. Aluminum I think is nice for the rear hubs especially as it keeps the bearings from getting beat up so much. Most alum parts don't do much other than add some bling bling. They are a crutch but don't not a cure all.
Posted on: 8/18/2008 9:16 PM by Author "wyd" in the forum "RC Nitro Stadium Trucks"
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RE: hows the nitro traxxas rustler
The Nitro Rustler is a nice truck. I decided to race one on are local dirt oval track. The truck has ran great. The stock 2.5 runs perfect and broke in easily. I raced a Jato on the oval before that and the Nitro Rustler works as well or better for me. It is also a lighter truck by a good amount. Overall you will be happy with the truck. Makes a great basher and also runs pretty well on the track. It is very reliable.
Posted on: 8/17/2008 7:16 PM by Author "wyd" in the forum "RC Nitro Stadium Trucks"
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RE: Help finding plane
[quote]ORIGINAL: RCKen You are probably thinking about he Duraplane. You can find them here: [link]http://www.duraplane.com/[/link] Ken [/quote] The plane was similiar to that except the frame was square tube alum all the wan up to where the motor mounts. We use t say it was an Erector Set plane. lol
Posted on: 7/7/2008 11:15 PM by Author "wyd" in the forum "Questions and Answers"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7705542

Help finding plane
Man years ago I use to have a plane that had wings made like the US AirCorp planes but the framework of the plane was small square aluminum tubing. I can't remember the name of the company the plane came from or even if the company is still around. The plane I found in a r/c airplane magazine many years ago is how i found the plane and ordered it. Anyone happen to have any ideas on who made this type of plane or anyone know of anything like this. Thanks Brian
Posted on: 7/7/2008 10:29 PM by Author "wyd" in the forum "Questions and Answers"
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RE: GV2
The Gv line is a 2wd buggy and the Sb series is a 4wd buggy. The convert the GV2 RTR to a GV2 Pro you will need (I don't know all of but I do know some it). Adjustable turnbuckles, ball diff, slipper clutch setup, threaded shock bodies to name a few. Your better off buying the Pro version as it would be cheaper in the long run. Converting at RTR to Pro versions from any company is the more expensive way to go.
Posted on: 6/19/2008 10:54 PM by Author "wyd" in the forum "Academy Racing (MRC) Support Forum"
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RE: 977 dual charging of lipos
[quote]ORIGINAL: guver The max on 2S lipos is 2.5 amps each. 1 or 2 makes no difference. [/quote] Thanks. That is exactly what I was looking for. Brian
Posted on: 5/31/2008 4:32 PM by Author "wyd" in the forum "Academy Racing (MRC) Support Forum"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7563874

977 dual charging of lipos
Is the 977 capable of charging two 4900 2C lipo packs at 4.9 amps at the same time. Looking at this charger since it will do two packs but not really clear on what it can do when charging two packs at once? Thanks Brian
Posted on: 5/31/2008 12:46 AM by Author "wyd" in the forum "Academy Racing (MRC) Support Forum"
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RE: Pics of your academy ride
Pics of my GV2 [IMG]http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b361/wyd10/GV2-4.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b361/wyd10/GV2-3.jpg[/IMG]
Posted on: 5/31/2008 12:42 AM by Author "wyd" in the forum "Academy Racing (MRC) Support Forum"
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RE: not fair
It does seem kinda strange to ban avatars. Seeing someones avatar does not make me want to go out and buy something from that company. I been to plenty of other websites that have huge amounts of traffic and have to feed somone but don't have such strange rules. I guess its their sandbox and can do whatever they feel like. If we don' like it we all have the ability to go elsewhere.
Posted on: 5/4/2008 6:39 PM by Author "wyd" in the forum "RC 1/8th Scale Buggies"
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RE: schumacher riot-going to get it!
[quote]ORIGINAL: 125cchyperman Schumacher's are hard to get parts for, if your want to race and your only looking at those two then I would go for the Rusty, but if you are willing to look at other vehicles I would say take a nice good hard look at the Team Losi xxx-nt (has a nice radio and electronics for a RTR) and the Team Associated GT2 [/quote]Parts are only hard to get if you don't know how to use a telephone to call Schumacher to place an order. Just call them and Shawn or Adam will answer all your questions. Also your local shop can order them as well thru Schumacher. Always gets me when people say parts are hard to get. People never mind order other stuff off the internet or phone so wish is ordering R/C parts so hard.[&:]
Posted on: 2/15/2008 5:16 PM by Author "wyd" in the forum "RC Nitro Stadium Trucks"
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RE: NEW FG BAJA BUGGY!!!!!
I know it will be a great project during the winter time for me thats for sure.
Posted on: 10/18/2007 9:24 PM by Author "wyd" in the forum "RC Giant Scale Cars"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=6509405

RE: NEW FG BAJA BUGGY!!!!!
Waiting does suck.
Posted on: 10/18/2007 9:22 AM by Author "wyd" in the forum "RC Giant Scale Cars"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=6506477

RE: NEW FG BAJA BUGGY!!!!!
Thanks for the pics. It just makes me want the new FG Baja even more than before. It will be my winter project. Want to buy one and get the alum motor mounts, either the FG pipe or Samba pipe for it, and a few other things to have it ready for spring. Also a wild paint job.
Posted on: 10/17/2007 9:38 PM by Author "wyd" in the forum "RC Giant Scale Cars"
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RE: 4WD HPI Baja Trophy Truck
That Baja is simply BAD ASS!!!!!!!!!!! Everything on that car is just awesome from the great looking motor down the the chassis and other alum parts you milled. Great job.
Posted on: 10/16/2007 7:19 PM by Author "wyd" in the forum "RC Giant Scale Cars"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=6499447

RE: NEW FG BAJA BUGGY!!!!!
Does the new FG Baja have more ground clearance than the normal Marder? By looking at pics the Baja looks like it has more ride height because the new tire and rim combo look taller overall. If so that is great.
Posted on: 10/16/2007 7:05 PM by Author "wyd" in the forum "RC Giant Scale Cars"
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RE: NEW FG BAJA BUGGY!!!!!
I think with a tight coupler it shouldn't be a problem. I know with that type of exahust that sometimes it happens. At least it is an easy fix.
Posted on: 10/15/2007 4:05 PM by Author "wyd" in the forum "RC Giant Scale Cars"
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RE: NEW FG BAJA BUGGY!!!!!
Thanks
Posted on: 10/14/2007 7:02 PM by Author "wyd" in the forum "RC Giant Scale Cars"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=6490100

RE: NEW FG BAJA BUGGY!!!!!
Anyone know what pipe they show on the FG Baja on the Large Scale RC site? All the pics I see in the the ads have a black tuned pipe of some type. Looks like it might be the Samba pipe. I like the one in this pic.
Posted on: 10/14/2007 4:14 PM by Author "wyd" in the forum "RC Giant Scale Cars"
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RE: NEW FG BAJA BUGGY!!!!!
I think in the near future I will be ordering the FG Baja.
Posted on: 10/13/2007 7:20 AM by Author "wyd" in the forum "RC Giant Scale Cars"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=6484528

RE: FG Marder vs hpi BAJA
Did you put one in and did it seem to make the fit and finish even better? We thought when it was all done with the added bearing that it made for a even better fit that without the bearing. My buddy just finished redoig his diff with the bearing and the the Turtle Alum diff housing. Really nice. I know he can't wait to try his car out now.
Posted on: 10/6/2007 9:57 PM by Author "wyd" in the forum "RC Giant Scale Cars"
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RE: NEW FG BAJA BUGGY!!!!!
Really like the Baja version. Amazing what a few changes do to the appearance.
Posted on: 10/6/2007 9:53 PM by Author "wyd" in the forum "RC Giant Scale Cars"
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RE: FG Marder vs hpi BAJA
When your doing maint on your diffs how many are missing bearings from the factory? Everyone of the Bajas are shop sold in the last few months is missing one diff bearing. We redid 3 diffs today and all where missing the same bearing. I agree with normal maint. Done this for24 plus years and understand they need work and especially RTR's. I did see on the new SS version Baja coming out these use alum diff cases so i figure it wasn't just for looks. The new kit version SS looks super nice and for the price is a great deal.
Posted on: 10/6/2007 9:51 PM by Author "wyd" in the forum "RC Giant Scale Cars"
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RE: FG Marder vs hpi BAJA
[quote]ORIGINAL: badz [quote]ORIGINAL: wyd You forgot that the stock Baja trasmission is week. We sold 12 of these cars and wether stock or modded motor the trans goes out in a few tansk on over 1/2 of these. Some of been redone 3 times. Neighbor has blow his 2 times now and he is easy on his. I will say the motor mounts suck on the Marder. Should come stock with alum. [/quote] baja's dont
Posted on: 10/2/2007 8:59 PM by Author "wyd" in the forum "RC Giant Scale Cars"
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RE: FG Marder vs hpi BAJA
You forgot that the stock Baja trasmission is week. We sold 12 of these cars and wether stock or modded motor the trans goes out in a few tansk on over 1/2 of these. Some of been redone 3 times. Neighbor has blow his 2 times now and he is easy on his. I will say the motor mounts suck on the Marder. Should come stock with alum.
Posted on: 9/30/2007 10:49 PM by Author "wyd" in the forum "RC Giant Scale Cars"
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RE: photos, lets see some of yours
[quote]ORIGINAL: hndaman1 [quote]ORIGINAL: wyd [quote]ORIGINAL: hndaman1 [quote]ORIGINAL: wyd hndaman1 it looks like that Firehammer has HPI Baja tires and rims on it? Did you make some type of adapters to make them fit? [/quote] I took the origninal BAJA axles and just drilled them out...I made a posting here awhile ago about this, and on another forum....and someone on another forum is doing
Posted on: 9/15/2007 11:19 PM by Author "wyd" in the forum "RC Giant Scale Cars"
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RE: photos, lets see some of yours
[quote]ORIGINAL: hndaman1 [quote]ORIGINAL: wyd hndaman1 it looks like that Firehammer has HPI Baja tires and rims on it? Did you make some type of adapters to make them fit? [/quote] I took the origninal BAJA axles and just drilled them out...I made a posting here awhile ago about this, and on another forum....and someone on another forum is doing the same thing is now selling the axles
Posted on: 9/15/2007 8:57 AM by Author "wyd" in the forum "RC Giant Scale Cars"
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RE: photos, lets see some of yours
hndaman1 it looks like that Firehammer has HPI Baja tires and rims on it? Did you make some type of adapters to make them fit?
Posted on: 9/15/2007 8:53 AM by Author "wyd" in the forum "RC Giant Scale Cars"
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RE: duruatrax firehammer
The pinion was one for the FG. It is the Cat 5 pinion for the Marder. I will just keep it incase I get a Marder down the road. Once I get settled in are new house and get are old one sold then I will start getting my car all the other hopups I need to make it mor bullet proof.
Posted on: 9/10/2007 8:58 PM by Author "wyd" in the forum "RC Giant Scale Cars"
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