ostewart Posted December 28, 2016 Share Posted December 28, 2016 (edited) Bashed it hard again today, only casualty was the rear wing (now completely fallen off) lets hope it still jumps well. Did a couple more backflips today and no damage, didn't even move the motor and strip another spur (thought it was going to happen). Quite a few tumbles and bad landings and it comes back wanting more. Put new bearings in the rear hubs, front still seem ok. There's a little too much play in one of the front arms, so not sure whether to replace with white blitz ones, or RPM ones, Had no issues with the shocks so far, but one day would like some nice aluminium ones for it (pro-line pro-spec were amazing but pricey on my blitz) Edited December 28, 2016 by ostewart 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ostewart Posted December 29, 2016 Share Posted December 29, 2016 Got some cheap 2nd hand wheels from my local hobby shop (got 12-17mm hex adapters on order as I have a few wheels for my Losi 8ight I could use on this), these should offer a little more grip up front and hopefully less under steer on wet grass. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bishbashbosh Posted December 29, 2016 Share Posted December 29, 2016 Where you getting the adapters? It's amazing how many second hand cheap 17mm wheels are available Sent from my Nexus 4 using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
everclear1984 Posted December 29, 2016 Share Posted December 29, 2016 8 minutes ago, bishbashbosh said: Where you getting the adapters? It's amazing how many second hand cheap 17mm wheels are available Sent from my Nexus 4 using Tapatalk Cheap Kyosho adapters from eBay for me Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ostewart Posted December 29, 2016 Share Posted December 29, 2016 11 minutes ago, everclear1984 said: Cheap Kyosho adapters from eBay for me I was tempted to get some like that, but I have taken a punt on some more expensive ones, shall see how they work out. My thoughts are that the offset is completely different and having the Kyosho style ones means they are essentially the same as stock 12mm hexes and the track width will be narrower with 17mm hex wheels, http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/252146763975 These don't look like they extend much which is good, as that puts more strain on the bearings. If the above don't work, I will get MIP ones, or something like these: http://www.teamstrc.com/index.php?route=product/product&keyword=hex adapter&category_id=0&description=1&model=1&product_id=1134 Pricey though... Used to have these on my Blitz, and they were great, but out of stock: https://www.modelsport.co.uk/team-c-wheel-adapter-rear-17mm-rear/rc-car-products/382721 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bishbashbosh Posted December 29, 2016 Share Posted December 29, 2016 Nice one let me know how you get on.Today I fixed my quarry damage. Pulled the shock rod out the bottom mount. Seemed to thread back in ok so see if it holds up.Also painted my shafts red to help find them as nearly lost them a few times now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
everclear1984 Posted December 29, 2016 Share Posted December 29, 2016 Wow, that red really pops. I use red heatshrink on mine but it doesn't seem to help much lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ostewart Posted December 30, 2016 Share Posted December 30, 2016 (edited) @bishbashbosh use a longer screw with a bolt on the back on the shocks, then it won't pull out. Had to do the same on the front camber links on the shock tower. Took mine out again today, still love how much of a beating it can take and keep coming back for more. Giving it some TLC this afternoon, gearbox clean (diff doesn't need doing so slightly easier), new bearings in the gearbox and motor (bearings on order), won't be using it for a couple of days. Winter bashing is a pain with mud and water, lots more maintenance but I enjoy working on it. The new wheels definitely help it turn on wet grass Edited December 30, 2016 by ostewart 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Midnight pumpin Posted December 30, 2016 Share Posted December 30, 2016 Hi all, need some noob advice please. Getting back into rc after 20 years after selling my Tamiyas and not wanting to get too technical I want something easy but durable. I'd love a modern durable King Cab so I'm looking at stadium racers. I'm looking at a second hand brush motor e Firestorm that hasn't been touched for 3 years and except for old dirt and dust, looks in good condition. He wants 60 quid. No battery or charger. Bargain or should I hold out for something better?? Thanks for any adviceSent from my E5823 using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
everclear1984 Posted December 30, 2016 Share Posted December 30, 2016 I'd say £60 is fair, I've picked rollers up for around £50 in the past. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stretch Posted December 30, 2016 Author Share Posted December 30, 2016 Depends how/where it's been stored, might have seized motor/bearings/rust etc. For £60 it's probably worth a punt but expect to to pay out on top to get it sorted if it has issues. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Midnight pumpin Posted December 30, 2016 Share Posted December 30, 2016 Thank you. Ebay is always a bit of a punt but I think I'll give this a shot. Can see cobwebs on the wheels [emoji23]. Body looks almost new to me. Look at this on eBay http://www.ebay.de/itm/162339125424Sent from my E5823 using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stretch Posted December 30, 2016 Author Share Posted December 30, 2016 Esc looks ancient, radio gear is 27mhz so ideally you'll be wanting to upgrade that to 2.4 which will be around £20-30 for a cheap setup. Are you in the UK of so need to check postage costs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bishbashbosh Posted December 30, 2016 Share Posted December 30, 2016 @bishbashbosh use a longer screw with a bolt on the back on the shocks, then it won't pull out. Had to do the same on the front camber links on the shock tower.It's not the bottom arm bolt it's the actual thread on the piston rod came out the bottom shock cap/spring seat bit. As if it was forced downward.Sent from my Nexus 4 using Tapatalk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ostewart Posted January 4, 2017 Share Posted January 4, 2017 Gearbox got a clean and had some new bearings, as did the motor (only the front was slightly crunchy and didn't really need changing but though I might as well) Also fitted the hex adapters, the offset is perfect (almost the same as stock, maybe a tad wider). You will need some 7mm flat type hexes first though (had some in my spares box) These do look like they will add a tiny bit more stress to the bearings, but not run yet so we shall see. You could use narrower hexes to start off with, but you will need to trim down the nut that holds the adapter on to the axle, I might try this soon. Nanda blocks on the rear, Fastrax Mathblock on the front. Chassis still bottoms out so no added strain on the shock arms/towers. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tomr Posted January 4, 2017 Share Posted January 4, 2017 5 minutes ago, ostewart said: Gearbox got a clean and had some new bearings, as did the motor (only the front was slightly crunchy and didn't really need changing but though I might as well) Also fitted the hex adapters, the offset is perfect (almost the same as stock, maybe a tad wider). You will need some 7mm flat type hexes first though (had some in my spares box) These do look like they will add a tiny bit more stress to the bearings, but not run yet so we shall see. You could use narrower hexes to start off with, but you will need to trim down the nut that holds the adapter on to the axle, I might try this soon. Nanda blocks on the rear, Fastrax Mathblock on the front. Chassis still bottoms out so no added strain on the shock arms/towers. Love the look with buggy wheels on where did you get your motor bearings from ? Mine probably need doing by now Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ostewart Posted January 5, 2017 Share Posted January 5, 2017 9 hours ago, tomr said: Love the look with buggy wheels on where did you get your motor bearings from ? Mine probably need doing by now Rcbearings as i do all the rest, 695zz size for the stock motor. You need to heat up the end plate of the motor to remove the stock one. My motor plate changed colour ever so slightly from this, but it's not very noticeable. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leo Best Posted January 7, 2017 Share Posted January 7, 2017 On 1/5/2017 at 08:51, ostewart said: Rcbearings as i do all the rest, 695zz size for the stock motor. You need to heat up the end plate of the motor to remove the stock one. My motor plate changed colour ever so slightly from this, but it's not very noticeable. What tool did you use to remove the bearing, I had to get a model shop to install a new bearing. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ostewart Posted January 7, 2017 Share Posted January 7, 2017 2 hours ago, Leo Best said: What tool did you use to remove the bearing, I had to get a model shop to install a new bearing. Didn't need any, as you see you have to heat up the end plate and the bearing just falls out, don't burn yourself or the carpet though. Front gearing just use anything that will fit and tap with a hammer, it'll pop straight out, I heated up the end plate of a Castle 1410 once, it changed it's colour but was still fine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ostewart Posted January 7, 2017 Share Posted January 7, 2017 Tbones arrived, had to pay the dreaded customs fee though, 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stretch Posted January 7, 2017 Author Share Posted January 7, 2017 I always get hit with customs with tbones 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jjh23 Posted January 7, 2017 Share Posted January 7, 2017 (edited) Well my lads firestorm came to a halt last week, I've just had a look and the motor has seized up, the motor was originally in a FTX edge brushless we brought 5or 6 years ago so it's done very well I think. its a 3930kv. Edited January 7, 2017 by jjh23 Picture Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EquinoxRC Posted January 7, 2017 Share Posted January 7, 2017 Is that a 2Wire Brushless Motor? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jjh23 Posted January 8, 2017 Share Posted January 8, 2017 No the third wire is just hiding behind the others Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shokka Posted January 8, 2017 Share Posted January 8, 2017 First bash ever. My 5 year old filming. Can't wait to start using a lipo lol. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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