http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/ Got a Need to Break Something? en Sun, 19 May 2013 07:35:46 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/images/misc/rss.png http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/ http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/bashing-chat/23466-whats-price-used-rc.html Mon, 06 May 2013 00:04:24 GMT Here's the question I want to sell one of my RC's because, lets face it it's old outdated and isn't "fast" by today's standards. It's a Traxxas Stampede 2wd with all stock electronics and stock body, tires, etc. It has some wear but nothing some wax and water can't fix. Anyways I was wondering how much this would go for. I was thinking $100 to $200? Just a guess. It also comes with two stock batteries, tools, extra pinion and other assorted parts. I plan on using the money to help buy a 1/5 scale gas powered truck.
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[IMG][/IMG] ]]> Bashing Chat That_One_Guy http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/bashing-chat/23466-whats-price-used-rc.html http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/bashing-chat/23387-hpi-blitz.html Fri, 03 May 2013 11:38:41 GMT Hey I have an hpi blitz ese that is completely... Hey I have an hpi blitz ese that is completely stock. Mt dad has a sc10rs and I have run his before and I like the steering of his. Mime don't have the total steering distance of my dada does anyone jave any suggestiona on hiw to make the blitz turn sharper? ]]> Bashing Chat mudbogger94 http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/bashing-chat/23387-hpi-blitz.html http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/bashing-chat/23303-need-help-my-maverik-strada-sc-evo.html Tue, 30 Apr 2013 15:10:25 GMT Hey Guys i recently got my maverik strada sc evo... Hey Guys i recently got my maverik strada sc evo and i took it out about five times i then rode it into a brick on purpose it snapped the bit that holds my wheel to the wheel arm i tried glueing it and it kept coming off, for abit i put 1 screw in and it worked but the wheel was abit wobbly now i just press the accelerator and it just comes off! my parents do not know.

Is it an easy job
What is it?
Will i come at a cost?
Is my rc broke forever!? ]]> Bashing Chat LangwithRCer http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/bashing-chat/23303-need-help-my-maverik-strada-sc-evo.html http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/bashing-chat/23291-help-hpi-savage-flux-hp.html Tue, 30 Apr 2013 04:18:37 GMT So i bought a truck used that looked to be in... So i bought a truck used that looked to be in good shape but after about 10 minutes of driving its chewed through what seems to be something in the transmission or clutch so i got that fixed now same thing after another 5 minutes? im not even driving it hard...

This instantly made me hate the truck.. i have watched tons of videos of the hp being put through hell and i didnt even get to try it yet and already 2 break downs?

Is it possibly just an older model and this is something they updated? thats what im hoping anyways.. that theres something that i can buy to completely eliminate the problem and make this truck nice to own and not a money pit? it is running on 3 cell batteries because i havnt had a chance to get 2 cells yet but i figured it should be able to handle it. ]]> Bashing Chat SiXONESiX http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/bashing-chat/23291-help-hpi-savage-flux-hp.html http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/bashing-chat/23253-slash-vxl-help-please.html Mon, 29 Apr 2013 04:06:13 GMT I think my slipper clutch either needs to be... I think my slipper clutch either needs to be adjusted or rebuilt but not sure.
When I step on the throttle the truck wants to go to the left and when i hit the break the wheels don't lock up anymore, like its not grabbing as well as it did before. I replaced the stock gear cover and when i put the RPM one on that my spur gears teeth:ouch: (half) are kinda chewed up. What do you guys think? ]]> Bashing Chat menace13 http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/bashing-chat/23253-slash-vxl-help-please.html http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/bashing-chat/23197-honcho-muddin.html Sat, 27 Apr 2013 15:12:19 GMT http://s1364.photobucket.com/user/Ceoleon/media/20... http://s1364.photobucket.com/user/Ce...fd07a.mp4.html

thought i'd share this muddy mess. gotta love springtime! ]]> Bashing Chat Ceoleon http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/bashing-chat/23197-honcho-muddin.html http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/bashing-chat/23084-should-i-get-2wd-slash.html Wed, 24 Apr 2013 06:37:18 GMT Hey guys so since it is my birthday tomorrow and... Hey guys so since it is my birthday tomorrow and I already have $100 I planned on getting a Slash 2wd to bash around in the backyard on grass. I have watched many many videos and reviews and comparisons between it and the 4wd but I don't have $500 for the 4wd. Would the 2wd be good to just drive around on the grass in the backyard without any problems like it having a hard time to get through the grass? What do you guys think? ]]> Bashing Chat BlackPhoenix http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/bashing-chat/23084-should-i-get-2wd-slash.html http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/bashing-chat/22863-proline-badlands-2-8-clearance-issue-please-help.html Thu, 18 Apr 2013 13:56:02 GMT Ok so i bought a pair of Proline badlands 2.8... Ok so i bought a pair of Proline badlands 2.8 tires mounted on a trx rim for my 1/10 slash 2wd. They are huge compared to the stock Bf's, when i put the body on eh no go. The tires barley fit under the fender except for if i hit a pebble or drive lol. Can someone help me out here with any info on making this work? also i bought a Jconcepts ford raptor high flow body, are the fenders wider in the rear? (where i have the badlands mounted). Would it be something simple as buying body post/mount thing like the RPM ones where i can raise the body help or would i still have problems? Would the 2.2 be better? or maybe the trenchers? idk the badlands are also wider too. The other thing i was thinking of what would be a better choice of some med compound tires very similar to the trenchers or badlands, I will be doing mostly off road driving, bashing but i do drive a little on the road. ]]> Bashing Chat menace13 http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/bashing-chat/22863-proline-badlands-2-8-clearance-issue-please-help.html http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/bashing-chat/22524-possible-first-upgrades.html Wed, 10 Apr 2013 11:36:05 GMT Hey guys ive had my HPI Blitz for about 4 months... Hey guys ive had my HPI Blitz for about 4 months now and decided to upgrade it a little but not sure what to start with.

What do you guys suggest? ]]> Bashing Chat KnightRyda http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/bashing-chat/22524-possible-first-upgrades.html http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/bashing-chat/22435-maybe-better-backyard-track.html Mon, 08 Apr 2013 07:09:30 GMT OK so a year and a half ago I decided to take our... OK so a year and a half ago I decided to take our lower garden area (years unused) and decided to turn it into a casual backyard track. I've been pleased with it so far, but looking to find someplace when I can make one a bit bigger. I recently realized that I'd been overlooking a prime spot for it. We have a field across the creek that we don't use at all (except loaning to our neighbor to pasture his cows). According to Gramps he doesn't care as long as I don't go tearing thru the neighbor's fence (lol)



It'll definitely need some touching up, but it's do-able. With a brush-cutting weedwhacker, a mower and a chainsaw I can get it done. Might be able to do the job easier with Gramps' tractor, I can handle a stickshift now so maybe I can convince Gramps. Possible summer project to do around a part-time job ]]> Bashing Chat K_Note72 http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/bashing-chat/22435-maybe-better-backyard-track.html http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/bashing-chat/22230-axial-exo-terra-rtr-kit.html Thu, 04 Apr 2013 00:24:04 GMT I'm looking into buying a Axial Exo Terra but can not decide whether to get the Ready to Run or Kit version? What are your views of the RTR and Kit? If I did a kit what Motor/ESC setup would you recommend that is not that expensive? ]]> Bashing Chat Drake17 http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/bashing-chat/22230-axial-exo-terra-rtr-kit.html http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/bashing-chat/22198-good-news-aussies-p.html Wed, 03 Apr 2013 09:58:23 GMT I'm a noob and you may all know but for Americans even better with free shipping but us Aussies get charged like $20 on most American eBay stores.
Well I found RC Cars & Trucks, RC Helicopters & Planes - A Main Hobbies and they are awesome for us! Especially for things like tyres when it comes to shipping cost! I'm going to order some Slash Goodrich tyre and rims and a set of Pro-Line trencher SCT tyres as shipping to us is only something like $1.60! A set of pre mounted Goodriches is under $40 delivered.

Just thought I'd let you all know and hopefully save us from getting ripped off too much! ;) ]]> Bashing Chat Baden http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/bashing-chat/22198-good-news-aussies-p.html http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/bashing-chat/22144-traxxas-4x4-rtr-shock-questions.html Mon, 01 Apr 2013 23:09:13 GMT Lookking a getting a gmade xo1 set of shocks for... Lookking a getting a gmade xo1 set of shocks for my slash. My question is... which ones do i get. or is there a better shock choice?? ]]> Bashing Chat sgtlunchbox2 http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/bashing-chat/22144-traxxas-4x4-rtr-shock-questions.html http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/bashing-chat/21899-first-truck-moments.html Tue, 26 Mar 2013 21:20:23 GMT i am experiencing the moment right before i get... i am experiencing the moment right before i get my Traxxas slash Dakar edition
the feeling that all you want to do is get it
but when you think like that you notice that the time moves slower



please post your feeling experience before your first hobby grade rc


thanks
DanAmRC ]]> Bashing Chat DanAmRC http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/bashing-chat/21899-first-truck-moments.html http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/bashing-chat/21859-whispers-woods.html Mon, 25 Mar 2013 23:00:14 GMT So I was out back behind my house today taking a... So I was out back behind my house today taking a couple pictures of the valley in the woods, and I heard a whisper, it said "If you build it, they will come!" as I was taking these 2 pictures. I thought to myself, "this would be a great spot to build a thrash and bash track!".

I have already had a couple of friends tell me they think its a great idea and want to help. I can't wait to get started on it, and I will keep everyone updated with photos as it progresses!

:yuush::seriousbusiness: ]]> Bashing Chat MaxximusRC http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/bashing-chat/21859-whispers-woods.html http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/bashing-chat/21699-new-lcg-platinum-slash-racing.html Fri, 22 Mar 2013 02:22:55 GMT I just got my new Slash in today! Plan on using... I just got my new Slash in today! Plan on using it for racing. Ordered the pro-line protrac kit for it too.




Now to take it all apart and make all my adjustments lol ]]> Bashing Chat Honda95freek http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/bashing-chat/21699-new-lcg-platinum-slash-racing.html http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/bashing-chat/21673-adjustable-motor-mount.html Thu, 21 Mar 2013 03:57:44 GMT I have a Tamiya Blitzer Beetle that I use as my... I have a Tamiya Blitzer Beetle that I use as my main basher. I upgraded the motor to a Traxxas Monster 21T just to give it a bit more kick without frying the basic ESC that the kit came with. The motor gives TONS of torque (and stays room temperature no matter how hard I run it) but I'm after a bit more speed.

I know I want to start using larger pinion gears on the motor to get more speed. I use to do this with my old Blackfoot, so I know to make small changes and watch for binding and motor heat. However, the gearbox on my Blitzer Beetle only has two holes for mounting motors; in other words, the motor is always in the same possition. "Step 5" on this page shows a perfect image of what I'm dealing with; TamiyaUSA.com - Building the Blitzer Beetle .

I went to my local hobby shop and looked for some type of adjustable motor mount. Years and years ago I got one from a company called BoLink, so I know they exist. But the shop didn't have one and the guys there didn't seem to know what I was talking about. Searching the net has given very few results (none).

So do most other cars/trucks these days come with more motor adjustability built in? How does everyone else switch pinion gears up and down in tooth count and re-adjust the motor position? ]]> Bashing Chat Alucard256 http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/bashing-chat/21673-adjustable-motor-mount.html http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/bashing-chat/21668-looking-buying-new-truck.html Thu, 21 Mar 2013 01:37:35 GMT Hey all, I'm looking to buy a short course truck here pretty soon. Tired of my Stampede (While it's great around the yard) breaking suspension arms and flipping at the track. So here's the long-asked question, What's the best SC Truck for around $300? I've already done some research of my own and I'm leaning toward the Team Associated T4.1. If anyone has any suggestions, please say so!

Thanks ]]> Bashing Chat JakeRobinson http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/bashing-chat/21668-looking-buying-new-truck.html http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/bashing-chat/21510-questions-building-home-track.html Sun, 17 Mar 2013 04:31:22 GMT So I want to build a short course track in my... So I want to build a short course track in my back yard. It's flat and open. How big should it be? I know that's a general question but I hope someone can help... I'll list out a few more specific questions. How wide should the track be? How tall should the jumps be? How do I form the jumps? How do I form the banked turns? How do I form the whoop section? I'm sure there are more questions I will have but I can't think right now... I will have use of a skid steer and a skilled operator so it should be fun!



:seriousbusiness: ]]> Bashing Chat McQuick http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/bashing-chat/21510-questions-building-home-track.html http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/bashing-chat/21444-i-need-some-advise-truck-better.html Fri, 15 Mar 2013 04:05:10 GMT Which truck is better, the sc8e or the sc8.2e?... Which truck is better, the sc8e or the sc8.2e? Which has the better motor? Are they pretty much the same truck besides the motor? What are the good things and bad things about these trucks? ]]> Bashing Chat Tanman http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/bashing-chat/21444-i-need-some-advise-truck-better.html http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/bashing-chat/21413-first-rc-car-traxxas-slash.html Thu, 14 Mar 2013 02:34:17 GMT Hey everyone I finally got my first RC car. Got... Hey everyone I finally got my first RC car. Got myself a 2wd Slash. I know a couple of upgrades I am thinking about to start with but what would everyone recommend me to start with? ]]> Bashing Chat philmil http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/bashing-chat/21413-first-rc-car-traxxas-slash.html http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/bashing-chat/21412-should-i-buy.html Thu, 14 Mar 2013 01:41:26 GMT ALRIGHT I am excited/pondering. My local hobby... ALRIGHT I am excited/pondering. My local hobby store is having a big traxxas blow out sale. I have had my eye on a traxxas stampede 4x4 vxl for awhile, and the best part for brand spanking new from traxxas shipped only 2 days ago from traxxas it's self for only................................$355!
On amazon they're like $470 On traxxas website its $499. I am definitely going to buy something but should it be the 4x4 vxl stampede?
If I get it I will post pics and video! ]]> Bashing Chat That_One_Guy http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/bashing-chat/21412-should-i-buy.html http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/bashing-chat/21172-suggestions-summit.html Thu, 07 Mar 2013 21:34:17 GMT Looking for some ideas of where to take my... Looking for some ideas of where to take my Summit. Last video I went to the roof of my house, and ran over my wife. Now I want to go bigger, but what?

Hit me with the ideas guys.

:) ]]> Bashing Chat seredith http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/bashing-chat/21172-suggestions-summit.html http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/bashing-chat/21086-summit-high-low-gear-no-longer-working.html Tue, 05 Mar 2013 12:02:41 GMT Hey guys so after jumping my Summit over my back... Hey guys so after jumping my Summit over my back fence yesterday after the run I noticed that when I flicked the switch to change down to low gear nothing happened. I took the body off and tried again but the little servo wasn't moving at all. I checked the diff locking switch and they all work fine it's just the high and low gear servo. I am pretty sure that it is the servo that is busted so I am looking at buying a new one but does anyone know which port in the receiver it goes to? So I don't have to pull each one of them out. Thanks ]]> Bashing Chat BlackPhoenix http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/bashing-chat/21086-summit-high-low-gear-no-longer-working.html http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/bashing-chat/20966-summit-lipo-batters.html Sun, 03 Mar 2013 04:57:37 GMT Hey guys so sometime soon I plan on getting some... Hey guys so sometime soon I plan on getting some Lipo batteries for my Summit. I found these on Hobbyking and I wanted to know if you guys think these should be good?

Turnigy nano-tech 7600mah 2S 40~80C Lipo Pack (TRA2869 Summit/E-Revo/E-Maxx) (AUS Warehouse) ]]> Bashing Chat BlackPhoenix http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/bashing-chat/20966-summit-lipo-batters.html http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/bashing-chat/20964-oconto-youth-center-thursday-night-racing.html Sun, 03 Mar 2013 04:28:33 GMT Here is a video I put together of some racing... Here is a video I put together of some racing action we meet every thursday night at the youth center to race short course off road trucks please enjoy thank you for watching and stopping by!!!

]]> Bashing Chat camarokert http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/bashing-chat/20964-oconto-youth-center-thursday-night-racing.html http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/bashing-chat/20839-good-buggies-sc-trucks.html Thu, 28 Feb 2013 17:23:52 GMT what is a good buggy or sc truck or truggy for... what is a good buggy or sc truck or truggy for around 150 to 200
Thanks
DanAmRC ]]> Bashing Chat DanAmRC http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/bashing-chat/20839-good-buggies-sc-trucks.html http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/bashing-chat/20809-servo-question-help.html Thu, 28 Feb 2013 03:18:01 GMT Ok so I have an HPI savage x 4.6. It's go two servos in it, an sf-10w connected to the throttle. Then I got a sf-20w high torque servo connected to the steering. Is that normal. I don't know much about electronics just confuses me why a high torque servo is connected to the steering this may seem like a dumb question but its worth a shot :) ]]> Bashing Chat adenny http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/bashing-chat/20809-servo-question-help.html http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/bashing-chat/20537-sunfire-brushless-need-advice.html Fri, 22 Feb 2013 02:21:33 GMT would the sunfire brushless be a good... would the sunfire brushless be a good basher/racer for a semi beginner that reads a lot about rcs all day but has a small budget ]]> Bashing Chat Chrisbasher1 http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/bashing-chat/20537-sunfire-brushless-need-advice.html http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/bashing-chat/20441-stampede-4x4-questions.html Wed, 20 Feb 2013 03:17:35 GMT I bought a pede 4x4 roller and was going through... I bought a pede 4x4 roller and was going through everything and noticed need to lub the bearings on the axles and in the differentials
what i'am wanting to know what is the best to lubricate the bearings and what oil for the diff right now it is real thick and has metalic look and feels gritty

thanks for the help in advance ]]> Bashing Chat crawler1960 http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/bashing-chat/20441-stampede-4x4-questions.html