froggy8 Posted May 28, 2015 Share Posted May 28, 2015 you mean something like a losi 8 t? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
everclear1984 Posted May 28, 2015 Share Posted May 28, 2015 I haven't really looked into it to be honest. I saw them racing at my local track decided I want one, lol. I'd want something brushless though, not really a fan of nitro. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
froggy8 Posted May 28, 2015 Share Posted May 28, 2015 sorry i meant a tekno losi 8 t Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tooth-less Posted May 28, 2015 Share Posted May 28, 2015 cant you get some better springs? mine is really firm! old Associated truck springs fit fine and the springs made for the Blitz fit like a glove. B pistons front, A pistons rear and 35wt oil F/R works very good for me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stretch Posted May 28, 2015 Author Share Posted May 28, 2015 Some people run the associated springs on stock shocks, personally I use 35 f/r on stock springs and don't have any problems. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
everclear1984 Posted May 28, 2015 Share Posted May 28, 2015 Some people run the associated springs on stock shocks, personally I use 35 f/r on stock springs and don't have any problems. Awesome shot! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rowlly21 Posted May 29, 2015 Share Posted May 29, 2015 (edited) New owner here Cheeky pic, as you can see she needs a new shell but it works. Also should there be this much toe in on the rear ? If not how do I adjust it. Got some new proline badlands to go on the rear along with some new wheels. Any tips for gluing or is it simple enough. Stripped a spur last night so got 2 on order also. How reliable are these things ? How often do you break things ? Edited May 29, 2015 by Rowlly21 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leo Best Posted May 29, 2015 Share Posted May 29, 2015 (edited) New owner here Cheeky pic, as you can see she needs a new shell but it works. Also should there be this much toe in on the rear ? If not how do I adjust it. Got some new proline badlands to go on the rear along with some new wheels. Stripped a spur last night so got 2 on order also. How reliable are these things ? How often do you break things ? You can buy different rear hubs toe change to in. They are very reliable and unless you crash very hard it will last a while before parts need buying. Edited May 29, 2015 by Leo Best 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
everclear1984 Posted May 29, 2015 Share Posted May 29, 2015 I bash mine very hard and rarely break anything. Get some tbone bumpers and it'll last even longer. The toe in on mine looks about the same as yours. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Relativenewbyseb Posted May 29, 2015 Share Posted May 29, 2015 You've got t bones so you're pretty much sorted, she'll wise I got a hpi one from wheelspin for 18 quid I think it was, there's a few choices of clear shells that fit That toe in is normal yeah As long as your mesh is set right you shouldn't strip spurs at all, my first one lasted 6 months until I bent the top shaft, I didn't realise until I'd done two more ,replaced it and now it's fine again Otherwise my only breakage has been front hubs which I got in aluminium 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scotty_b Posted May 29, 2015 Share Posted May 29, 2015 What's the standard shock oil weight? Looking to stiffen it up a little. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
everclear1984 Posted May 29, 2015 Share Posted May 29, 2015 My friend is looking for a Firestorm Flux, if anyone knows of any going at a good price pm me. Cheers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rowlly21 Posted May 29, 2015 Share Posted May 29, 2015 Cheers boys for the help. Guessing just use the paper method for meshing the spur ? What's a good check to ensure it's correct ? Also is gluing the tyres easy enough as I have already torn one to pieces Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
everclear1984 Posted May 29, 2015 Share Posted May 29, 2015 (edited) I use the paper method to set the mesh. I've tried loads of different thicknesses and I find a bank statement or something similar works best for me. Push the pinion so it's firm against the spur, no need to force it, you just don't want it moving as you tighten the motor bolts. Once I'm done I spin the spur slowly by hand to check it's not catching anywhere. Gluing tyres is pretty straight forward, lots of youtube videos to guide you. Edited May 29, 2015 by everclear1984 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stretch Posted May 29, 2015 Author Share Posted May 29, 2015 New owner here Cheeky pic, as you can see she needs a new shell but it works. Also should there be this much toe in on the rear ? If not how do I adjust it. Got some new proline badlands to go on the rear along with some new wheels. Any tips for gluing or is it simple enough. Stripped a spur last night so got 2 on order also. How reliable are these things ? How often do you break things ? Lots of info on gluing tyres on the main forum try doing a search. They are one of the best bashers out there but like anything if you hit anything fast/awkwardly things can break. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rowlly21 Posted June 2, 2015 Share Posted June 2, 2015 On which surface should I be adjusting my slipper clutch ? As on road it hardly wheelies but on grass/mud it wheelies like mad?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leo Best Posted June 2, 2015 Share Posted June 2, 2015 On which surface should I be adjusting my slipper clutch ? As on road it hardly wheelies but on grass/mud it wheelies like mad?? The amount of wheelieing depends on your tyres, the surface and the punch level on your ESC as well as the slipper clutch. If the truck is wheelieing too much on grass/mud you could loosen the slipper clutch a bit. But not to much, if you hear the clutch spinning for more than a second or two then it needs tighteningWhat's the standard shock oil weight? Looking to stiffen it up a little. Standard is 35w 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
everclear1984 Posted June 3, 2015 Share Posted June 3, 2015 Some pics from today. No breakages to report 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leo Best Posted June 3, 2015 Share Posted June 3, 2015 Some pics from today. No breakages to report Were you jumping onto tarmac Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
everclear1984 Posted June 3, 2015 Share Posted June 3, 2015 Nope 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rowlly21 Posted June 3, 2015 Share Posted June 3, 2015 Surely that is asking for trouble ? What do the bolts that hold the c hubs to the front hub carrier thread into ? Is it a self tapper or does it have an insert and it doesn't seem to want to tighten Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leo Best Posted June 3, 2015 Share Posted June 3, 2015 Surely that is asking for trouble ? What do the bolts that hold the c hubs to the front hub carrier thread into ? Is it a self tapper or does it have an insert and it doesn't seem to want to tighten You have to get two Allen keys or hex screwdrivers and screw the bolts in from each end at the same time. I'd take the wheel off to check how tight the hub is 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
everclear1984 Posted June 3, 2015 Share Posted June 3, 2015 Surely that is asking for trouble ? It's clearing the path by a good 6ft. I did hit the street sign once though Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leo Best Posted June 3, 2015 Share Posted June 3, 2015 It's clearing the path by a good 6ft. I did hit the street sign once though They sure are tough, I rolled my blitz at top speed about 7-8 rolls on tarmac and it was fine Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rowlly21 Posted June 4, 2015 Share Posted June 4, 2015 Took the firestorm out again today and it seems to be running very hot (motor) After a 15-20min run I can't hold onto my motor for more than 3 secs, is this too hot ? If so why would it be running so hot ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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