Devin Posted August 30, 2014 Share Posted August 30, 2014 Hi guys, first post here! Got my Vantage the other day, first step into rc cars, (I've got boats as well) had a few runs out of it and I love it! Really pleased with it so far, Only thing that's bugging me is the ESC capacitors seem to be getting in the way of the body sitting properly, so will have to sort that, and I'm about to buy some tyres more suitable for the tarmac outside, this thread has proved valuable so far! I'm also thinking about buying another body, and painting it how I want, I think I'll save that for later though! Just a quick question, are all the parts that Hobbyking sell for their version of the Vantage suitable for use on a proper Vantage? For the price of them I hope they are! Cheer, Steven Hi my friend I do believe that the hobbyking vandal parts will fit the vantage if that helps you out 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tinky1 Posted September 1, 2014 Share Posted September 1, 2014 (edited) Hello good people of MSUK. Newbie here so please be gentle. A couple of questions. FTX Carnage BL 1. AFAIK rear shock on Carnage/Vantage are 110mm hole to hole. It doesn't feel as it's fully extended on the car so do you think 100mm would fit ok? It would prevent from center shaft bending as well which I've heard is a common problem. 2. Braking stopped working all of the sudden. I've noticed there is SET button on ON/OFF switch. That could have been pressed accidentally. Do need braking as bloody thing is FAST!! Any ideas? Thanks a lot Edited September 1, 2014 by tinky1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chewbacca Posted September 1, 2014 Share Posted September 1, 2014 (edited) Yes, there are a few paint runs but quite frankly, I'm too happy to care Edited September 1, 2014 by chewbacca 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MGR Posted September 1, 2014 Share Posted September 1, 2014 Yes, there are a few paint runs but quite frankly, I'm too happy to care Looks Great!! What shell is that? Love the colour. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Devin Posted September 1, 2014 Share Posted September 1, 2014 It's the same one I have on the halix it's a early 50s chevy shell 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KingPin Posted September 1, 2014 Share Posted September 1, 2014 The shocks won't make any difference to the propshaft. You'll only bend the prop in a heavy collision. Even on 3s lipo mine is still holding up well..... You might need to re-calibrate your radio gear to get your reverse back. Cheers KingPin 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steven.T Posted September 1, 2014 Share Posted September 1, 2014 Quick question, Has anyone else had much luck running on gravel? Just been using my Vantage down the Scout hut track tonight and it seems to slide very easily. Not sure if it's something to do with the suspension not being set right or the standard tyres? Ran out of light so couldn't really adjust the suspension! Could do with some rally style headlights! Cheers, Steven Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KingPin Posted September 1, 2014 Share Posted September 1, 2014 That's gravel for you! Maybe use less throttle when on low-grip surfaces? KingPin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steven.T Posted September 1, 2014 Share Posted September 1, 2014 I thought that might be the case! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fashsean Posted September 2, 2014 Share Posted September 2, 2014 Upgrade body posts for ftx vantage, how do I fit them :/ anybody no? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
arogon1235 Posted September 2, 2014 Share Posted September 2, 2014 might be getting my self a vantage soon as i have missed my one ever since i crashed it on 6s, decided that im going to buy some foam tyres and just put my xl2 and 2400kv motor in it on 2s and maybe 4s Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steven.T Posted September 2, 2014 Share Posted September 2, 2014 Just received my new tyres today, the Fastrax arrows for when I'm on tarmac. Just had it running up and down our road, sticks like glue to the road now, big improvement! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chewbacca Posted September 2, 2014 Share Posted September 2, 2014 Looks Great!! What shell is that? Love the colour. Thanks fella . As Devin said, it's the ProLine early 50's Chevy. Translucent Blue backed with silver. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chewbacca Posted September 2, 2014 Share Posted September 2, 2014 Quick question, Has anyone else had much luck running on gravel? Just been using my Vantage down the Scout hut track tonight and it seems to slide very easily. Not sure if it's something to do with the suspension not being set right or the standard tyres? Ran out of light so couldn't really adjust the suspension! Could do with some rally style headlights! Cheers, Steven If in doubt, FLAT OUT! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Devin Posted September 2, 2014 Share Posted September 2, 2014 Thanks fella . As Devin said, it's the ProLine early 50's Chevy. Translucent Blue backed with silver. pretty much the same as what I did 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chewbacca Posted September 2, 2014 Share Posted September 2, 2014 You were a little more adventurous than me though, you went proper two tone, I didn't fancy the headache lol. Yours does look good, it has to be said. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Devin Posted September 2, 2014 Share Posted September 2, 2014 You were a little more adventurous than me though, you went proper two tone, I didn't fancy the headache lol. Yours does look good, it has to be said. Haha cheers my friend it was a little bit of a pain but not as bad as SCT shells 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bearsdad71 Posted September 6, 2014 Share Posted September 6, 2014 I think i'm gonna get a Vantage - think its a total bargain at that price 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chewbacca Posted September 6, 2014 Share Posted September 6, 2014 If you've got the radio gear, combo and packs it's worth giving the Quanum Vandal a go. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
honedanny28 Posted September 6, 2014 Share Posted September 6, 2014 +1 for the vandal nearly finished upgrading mine 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steven.T Posted September 7, 2014 Share Posted September 7, 2014 Top tip for the day; When using your Vantage in a large open car park, keep away from the curb, and turn quite a bit before you reach the curb, or slow down... Brand new set of tyres aswell! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mattyboy Posted September 17, 2014 Share Posted September 17, 2014 (edited) Hope someone can help me with this. I've only had my Vantage 2 days and run it for a few minutes but tonight I was playing around and took the wheels off the front. I've put them both back but now when I turn the FR by hand, the FL wheel turns the other way (as it should) yet when I turn the FL by hand, the FR doesn't move but it does turn both rear wheels. Any ideas? Edit: I'll add that if I turn both rear wheels the same direction, only the front left turns around. Edited September 17, 2014 by Mattyboy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
diago999 Posted September 22, 2014 Share Posted September 22, 2014 You've porbably just overtightened the FR wheel a tad, being plastic hexes mean they deform slightly, try loosening that wheel, failing that take a look inside the diff, (just make sure you put it back in the right way round!) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mattyboy Posted September 22, 2014 Share Posted September 22, 2014 Thanks for the response. Your right, it was done up too tight. Seems to have eased a bit now that it's had some use. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
diago999 Posted September 22, 2014 Share Posted September 22, 2014 No worries I've done it a few times, if you are worried about the nut coming off just put abit of threadlock on it (but not too much!!) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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