jdbarnes80 Posted May 21, 2016 Share Posted May 21, 2016 FPV? Give it a clean! Yep FPV. Works really well, the only thing is the aerial with it being exposed I've munched 2 clover leaf types so far from big tumbles. Trying a whip now recessed a bit to protect it. Cleaning yeah I should really, I've just got used to its rugged looks. Sent from my Vodafone Smart ultra 6 using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdbarnes80 Posted May 21, 2016 Share Posted May 21, 2016 http://www.dollarhobbyz.com/products/cen-1-8-gst-e-brushless-front-or-rear-differential-bulkhead?variant=10906718081 I got my diff from here, but did get a customs charge, but it was still worth it, haven't looked back since. Sent from my Vodafone Smart ultra 6 using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tug Posted May 21, 2016 Author Share Posted May 21, 2016 Nice one. I don't mind paying for the mod to be done, that's only fair as it's his time and equipment. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Duo Posted May 27, 2016 Share Posted May 27, 2016 Sweet will be ordering one when payday comes around Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdbarnes80 Posted May 27, 2016 Share Posted May 27, 2016 Just let me know when you have them and I'll sort out getting them done. Sent from my Vodafone Smart ultra 6 using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdbarnes80 Posted June 22, 2016 Share Posted June 22, 2016 I've seen the Savox 1256 recommended as a servo replacement. A year and a half in I'm thinking it'd be worth it. Steering seems to have got irritating, with a wider turning circle and little definition at speed. Will the servo improve both of those? Sent from my Vodafone Smart ultra 6 using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdbarnes80 Posted June 23, 2016 Share Posted June 23, 2016 Why not Sent from my Vodafone Smart ultra 6 using Tapatalk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tug Posted June 24, 2016 Author Share Posted June 24, 2016 On 22/06/2016 at 20:33, jdbarnes80 said: I've seen the Savox 1256 recommended as a servo replacement. A year and a half in I'm thinking it'd be worth it. Steering seems to have got irritating, with a wider turning circle and little definition at speed. Will the servo improve both of those? Sent from my Vodafone Smart ultra 6 using Tapatalk I've got a 1256 in mine, good servo for this car. Prefer Hitec, but had the Savox sat in the parts bin. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daveyb84 Posted July 2, 2016 Share Posted July 2, 2016 I was dead set on purchasing a proline PMT but then ive spent all morning (well since 7.30) looking at vids of this, Im seriously tempted they look great. shame about the Diff though but from the vids ive seen, 4s looks pretty quick any way. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdbarnes80 Posted July 6, 2016 Share Posted July 6, 2016 I've got a 1256 in mine, good servo for this car. Prefer Hitec, but had the Savox sat in the parts bin. Running the Savox and love it. Had a few days of awesome bashing on beaches and dunes in Norfolk. What recommendations for motor and ESC upgrades? Sent from my Vodafone Smart ultra 6 using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdbarnes80 Posted July 6, 2016 Share Posted July 6, 2016 I was dead set on purchasing a proline PMT but then ive spent all morning (well since 7.30) looking at vids of this, Im seriously tempted [emoji3] they look great. shame about the Diff though but from the vids ive seen, 4s looks pretty quick any way. I've never seen the point of more than 4s its plenty fun as it is and clocks about 40mph, but then I've not tasted it in 5s or 6s, so ignorance is bliss. The diff is such a good upgrade that once its done you can forget about diff problems. Sent from my Vodafone Smart ultra 6 using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tug Posted July 6, 2016 Author Share Posted July 6, 2016 15 minutes ago, jdbarnes80 said: Running the Savox and love it. Had a few days of awesome bashing on beaches and dunes in Norfolk. What recommendations for motor and ESC upgrades? Sent from my Vodafone Smart ultra 6 using Tapatalk I'm running a Castle 1518, 1800kv motor. It's slightly longer than the Castle 2200 which is 74mm, this is 83mm long. I've stayed with stock gearing, but run 5S pretty much all the time via a Hobbywing Xerun. Speed is approximately 40 with runtimes of around twenty minutes. I've been so busy with the X2, my Scorpion has been sat idle for far too long. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daveyb84 Posted July 10, 2016 Share Posted July 10, 2016 (edited) Quick question about the batteries. How are you all doing it? buying 1 battery with the right cell count or using 2 batteries etc? would i get 2 2s shorty packs in it for 4s? Edited July 10, 2016 by Daveyb84 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tug Posted July 10, 2016 Author Share Posted July 10, 2016 I use a 5S brick, so can't really help. Just check dimensions before you order. Do the diff mod before you start! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tug Posted July 10, 2016 Author Share Posted July 10, 2016 Had mine running today, loved it. What a great drive! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdbarnes80 Posted July 14, 2016 Share Posted July 14, 2016 Quick question about the batteries. How are you all doing it? buying 1 battery with the right cell count or using 2 batteries etc? would i get 2 2s shorty packs in it for 4s? I just run a standard turningy nanotech 4s 6000 mah fits perfectly lasts up to 20 mins. ( I'm running an 18t spur gear) otherwise standard. The only downside with this battery is it won't let me charge it much beyond 3amps, I guess due to the cell design. Sent from my Vodafone Smart ultra 6 using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdbarnes80 Posted July 14, 2016 Share Posted July 14, 2016 I use a 5S brick, so can't really help. Just check dimensions before you order. Do the diff mod before you start! Diff mod all the way! Although if you want to quickly learn every screw in the buggy every 2 packs don't. ;-) Sent from my Vodafone Smart ultra 6 using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tug Posted July 14, 2016 Author Share Posted July 14, 2016 1 hour ago, jdbarnes80 said: Diff mod all the way! Although if you want to quickly learn every screw in the buggy every 2 packs don't. ;-) Sent from my Vodafone Smart ultra 6 using Tapatalk Yeah, getting that gearbox out involves a lot of screws! So you've stayed 4S, but added four teeth to the pinion? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdbarnes80 Posted July 14, 2016 Share Posted July 14, 2016 Yeah, getting that gearbox out involves a lot of screws! So you've stayed 4S, but added four teeth to the pinion? Indeed, I guess it reduces some torque ( not noticeable) but increases top speed, but quite happy with it all. I do have the hard steel drive gear too I.e the one after the pinion. Sent from my Vodafone Smart ultra 6 using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tug Posted July 14, 2016 Author Share Posted July 14, 2016 1 hour ago, jdbarnes80 said: Indeed, I guess it reduces some torque ( not noticeable) but increases top speed, but quite happy with it all. I do have the hard steel drive gear too I.e the one after the pinion. Sent from my Vodafone Smart ultra 6 using Tapatalk If temps are ok, no problem! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdbarnes80 Posted July 14, 2016 Share Posted July 14, 2016 If temps are ok, no problem! [emoji106] Hadn't noted any temp related issues until last week. I was running the massive proline mashers in the sand dunes and the battery got too hot, but it was working hard! Is that the main risk? Sent from my Vodafone Smart ultra 6 using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tug Posted July 14, 2016 Author Share Posted July 14, 2016 4 hours ago, jdbarnes80 said: Hadn't noted any temp related issues until last week. I was running the massive proline mashers in the sand dunes and the battery got too hot, but it was working hard! Is that the main risk? Sent from my Vodafone Smart ultra 6 using Tapatalk Yes, big risk. Monitor your temps closely. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdbarnes80 Posted July 14, 2016 Share Posted July 14, 2016 Yes, big risk. Monitor your temps closely. How is best to do that? Sent from my Vodafone Smart ultra 6 using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leeb Posted July 14, 2016 Share Posted July 14, 2016 Should really get this out the garage, it's not had a run for months. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noj Posted July 15, 2016 Share Posted July 15, 2016 Should ideally build mine, as I have had it two years and have a CEN diff ready to be milled down Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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