Popular Post Carpmart Posted October 7, 2017 Popular Post Share Posted October 7, 2017 Just got this today.. got lots of the required upgrades, including bigger gearing and rose jointed 4 link rods... I pre-ordered one of these a couple of years back (AJ and I both did) but we never got the purchase completed due to it not ever being ordered by the UK importer. Kind of put me off, but having seen them running okay at Bashfest, thought I'd buy one when a decent one became available... so here it is... not sure what motors going in it yet... 4 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RCbutcher Posted October 7, 2017 Share Posted October 7, 2017 Couple of years back really that long. Damn. These are beauties and look like ther faster that 5ive in some videos the vecta is gone off the line and still leading coming back round. They also take the crown from slednecks 5ive as being a true rc machine closer to MX than models/toys. Well imo anyway. True rugged look. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carpmart Posted October 7, 2017 Author Share Posted October 7, 2017 24 minutes ago, RCbutcher said: Couple of years back really that long. Damn. These are beauties and look like ther faster that 5ive in some videos the vecta is gone off the line and still leading coming back round. They also take the crown from slednecks 5ive as being a true rc machine closer to MX than models/toys. Well imo anyway. True rugged look. Youve got me doubting myself now mate?.. The attraction is definitely the style, I 100% agree with you @RCbutcher I've owned most other largescale cars, so it's an itch I wanted to scratch... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
.AJ. Posted October 7, 2017 Share Posted October 7, 2017 Very nice! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pistonhead Posted October 7, 2017 Share Posted October 7, 2017 From what i’ve seen of the Vekta, they desperately need a good strong engine to get them moving at a good rate - local chap with one showed me a video with a stock G320 on box stock gearing and it barely moved! It’s now got an OBR G320 Full Mod and it’s just as rapid as my X2 with a stock G320 on stock gearing Only problems he’s had with it was the rear drive shaft parted twice on two separate occasions in two different places - both resulting in the fuel tank getting destroyed, other than that he’s not had any trouble with the plastics breaking like i’ve seen with many others. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sharkfat78 Posted October 7, 2017 Share Posted October 7, 2017 If you have any problems don't mention it on Facebook groups. The fanboys will descend like vultures They do need a decent clutch spring like the 9500k and if it has the stock tranny plates make sure the bearings have bearing retainer. Only other problem really is the drive train pins. Kraken just machine a very slight concave in the centre of them, but even with red threadlock on the grub screw it's not enough to hold them in. If you dremel a rectangular notch in them it stops them slipping out and costing you more cash. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Feedtheinferno Posted October 9, 2017 Share Posted October 9, 2017 Looks lovely dude, wanted one of these since you and AJ pre-ordered them but the fiasco at the time with pre-orders being cancelled put me right off. Presumably its second hand with mud on its tyres? It looks like its in a good condition! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carpmart Posted October 9, 2017 Author Share Posted October 9, 2017 @Feedtheinferno - it is 'pre-loved' yes! I shall inform my view when I've had a chance to run it, hopefully at the weekend! @Sharkfat78 - thanks for the tips, do you run one or others in Northants Bash Group? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Feedtheinferno Posted October 9, 2017 Share Posted October 9, 2017 What engine do you have in it/plan on putting in it then dude? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carpmart Posted October 9, 2017 Author Share Posted October 9, 2017 Just now, Feedtheinferno said: What engine do you have in it/plan on putting in it then dude? For now I've a Oddie 30.5 going in it.. I'd like to work out how to get the RC Max in there... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Feedtheinferno Posted October 9, 2017 Share Posted October 9, 2017 Just now, Carpmart said: For now I've a Oddie 30.5 going in it.. I'd like to work out how to get the RC Max in there... Frankly I was hoping you would say RC max from the start. Wishful thinking Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carpmart Posted October 9, 2017 Author Share Posted October 9, 2017 (edited) Just can't see how to get it and get the cage back on.. Edited October 9, 2017 by Carpmart Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
super sharp shooter Posted October 9, 2017 Share Posted October 9, 2017 There are a couple running in nhampton bashers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carpmart Posted October 9, 2017 Author Share Posted October 9, 2017 Do they go well Scotty? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
super sharp shooter Posted October 9, 2017 Share Posted October 9, 2017 Indeed they do H Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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