http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/ A Place to discuss ANYTHING Radio Control in general. en Fri, 24 May 2013 09:05:13 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/images/misc/rss.png http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/ http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/rc-chat-tutorials-ideas-requests-etc/23995-stanpede-body.html Fri, 24 May 2013 02:13:59 GMT I have a stampede 2wd I want to get a jeep body... I have a stampede 2wd I want to get a jeep body ''clear'' one place said the wrath clear body fit.....need to know if true if not can I get one....I do want it to look right wheel wells match etc.
if not a jeep what will fit thats not a pick-up.....have 4 bodys now all pick-ups............ ]]> RC Chat, Tutorials, Ideas, Requests, Etc rowdy3128 http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/rc-chat-tutorials-ideas-requests-etc/23995-stanpede-body.html http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/rc-chat-tutorials-ideas-requests-etc/23968-off-road-track-illinois.html Thu, 23 May 2013 00:51:50 GMT Is there any off road tracks in Illinois to run... Is there any off road tracks in Illinois to run your RC? Just like a track were you don't have to compete, just to have fun. I've heard some tracks can only be used for practice if you are going to be in a race. ]]> RC Chat, Tutorials, Ideas, Requests, Etc Alberto http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/rc-chat-tutorials-ideas-requests-etc/23968-off-road-track-illinois.html http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/rc-chat-tutorials-ideas-requests-etc/23962-favorite-area-drive.html Wed, 22 May 2013 21:39:59 GMT I wanted to know where you guys like to drive... I wanted to know where you guys like to drive your rc trucks at. YOU CAN PICK MORE THAN ONE!!! ]]> RC Chat, Tutorials, Ideas, Requests, Etc RCROCKS75 http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/rc-chat-tutorials-ideas-requests-etc/23962-favorite-area-drive.html http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/rc-chat-tutorials-ideas-requests-etc/23933-favorite-brand-rc.html Tue, 21 May 2013 20:23:38 GMT I want to know what your favorite rc brand is. I... I want to know what your favorite rc brand is. I gave a few but the other is if a brand is not listed. Explain why too. ]]> RC Chat, Tutorials, Ideas, Requests, Etc RCROCKS75 http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/rc-chat-tutorials-ideas-requests-etc/23933-favorite-brand-rc.html http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/rc-chat-tutorials-ideas-requests-etc/23931-rc4wd-tf2-vs-axial-dingo.html Tue, 21 May 2013 20:16:43 GMT I am wondering what kit to get I like both of... I am wondering what kit to get I like both of them I get to build either one but for a newbie to scale crawlers which would be the best kit for me to get I look at it as the more hands on the better any ideas I don't want a crawler I want a scale crawler ]]> RC Chat, Tutorials, Ideas, Requests, Etc dave425 http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/rc-chat-tutorials-ideas-requests-etc/23931-rc4wd-tf2-vs-axial-dingo.html http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/rc-chat-tutorials-ideas-requests-etc/23908-bearings-going-out.html Tue, 21 May 2013 02:16:33 GMT I was recently bashing my Traxxas 2wd stampede... I was recently bashing my Traxxas 2wd stampede and noticed every time I turn the back wheels lean from side to side depending on the way I turn. When I examined closer it appeared the wheels were loose but they were tightened as tight as they would go. I showed it to my dad who's a car mechanic and he said the bearings or bushings are going out and I am wondering if thats true and if so whats the cheapest and best sealed bearings. ]]> RC Chat, Tutorials, Ideas, Requests, Etc That_One_Guy http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/rc-chat-tutorials-ideas-requests-etc/23908-bearings-going-out.html http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/rc-chat-tutorials-ideas-requests-etc/23896-my-brothers-first-jumps.html Mon, 20 May 2013 19:18:55 GMT I have a E revo for a while now. And my younger... I have a E revo for a while now. And my younger brother showed a small interest into this hobby. So i bought him a HPI e Firestorm flux. He said i was crazy for doing something this nice. (it's just boring to drive alone:P)

So i took him to our local park and i told him to do some jumps.

which you can see down here. He made 2 jumps, which the second nearly took off his leg XD

. ]]> RC Chat, Tutorials, Ideas, Requests, Etc ginjirou17 http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/rc-chat-tutorials-ideas-requests-etc/23896-my-brothers-first-jumps.html http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/rc-chat-tutorials-ideas-requests-etc/23881-how-mod-hard-bodies.html Mon, 20 May 2013 00:50:18 GMT I want to do a wrangler pick up build but don't know how to cut up the wrangler body to get what i don't want off and what I want back on. Any help would be appreciated. ]]> RC Chat, Tutorials, Ideas, Requests, Etc JstAnthrUser http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/rc-chat-tutorials-ideas-requests-etc/23881-how-mod-hard-bodies.html http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/rc-chat-tutorials-ideas-requests-etc/23863-i-heard-there-app-rc-sparks.html Sun, 19 May 2013 16:10:52 GMT Good day to all you. I was wondering about an... Good day to all you. I was wondering about an app for android. Does anyone know

where I can find it? ]]> RC Chat, Tutorials, Ideas, Requests, Etc draco http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/rc-chat-tutorials-ideas-requests-etc/23863-i-heard-there-app-rc-sparks.html http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/rc-chat-tutorials-ideas-requests-etc/23854-thinking-getting-crawler.html Sun, 19 May 2013 10:03:49 GMT As the title says I am thinking of getting a... As the title says I am thinking of getting a crawler. Not into competing just going out and doing some trail running. Don't know to much about all the different kinds but have a few rigs that have caught my eye. In no particular order...

Axial SCX10... Axial Racing - Axial SCX10 Honcho 1/10th Scale Electric 4WD - RTR

Axial Wraith... Axial Racing - Jeep® Wrangler Wraith-Poison Spyder Rock Racer 1/10th Scale Electric 4WD - RTR

gMade R1... G-made : All the rock crawler lovers // gmade.net

Vaterra Twin Hammers... Vaterra Twin Hammers 1.9 Rock Racer RTR (VTR03000): Vaterra

So what are your guy's thoughts on these rigs? ]]> RC Chat, Tutorials, Ideas, Requests, Etc LeeSc10 http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/rc-chat-tutorials-ideas-requests-etc/23854-thinking-getting-crawler.html http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/rc-chat-tutorials-ideas-requests-etc/23844-motion-have-rcsparks-convention.html Sun, 19 May 2013 00:32:03 GMT Hey DJMEDIC.....would it ever be of interest to... Hey DJMEDIC.....would it ever be of interest to hold an RCSPARKS convention? Does anything like this ever happen? ]]> RC Chat, Tutorials, Ideas, Requests, Etc sebby http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/rc-chat-tutorials-ideas-requests-etc/23844-motion-have-rcsparks-convention.html http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/rc-chat-tutorials-ideas-requests-etc/23831-help-need-motor-esc-combo-scte.html Sat, 18 May 2013 13:39:51 GMT I am a total nooby to RC and I started off (by... I am a total nooby to RC and I started off (by mistake) with a Losi SCTE (I am starting to regret it). The fist motor/esc combo that was suggested to me burned out after about a total of maybe 200 yard. The repaired esc I got back didn't even get that far. So before I make another mistake I wanted to ask what your suggestions to power op a SCTE 10 would be. I don't want too much power (I am a noob). Speed wise I kind of liked the Velineon vxl-3s in my daughters Slash 4x4 with a 2s Lipo, however it's already giving me trouble (no startup sound). I'm afraid I will be overpowered by a Mamba Max or a Tekin (Tekin is also real hard to get in Germany) but everything else dosn't seam to deal with weight of the SCTE. Do I wand 2 pole or 4 and the less Kvs? All the talk of kv and Terns is starting to make some sense but not quite enough for me to make a right decision - pleas help. ]]> RC Chat, Tutorials, Ideas, Requests, Etc Perohof http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/rc-chat-tutorials-ideas-requests-etc/23831-help-need-motor-esc-combo-scte.html http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/rc-chat-tutorials-ideas-requests-etc/23786-i-love-my-scx10-had-say.html Fri, 17 May 2013 00:45:32 GMT Image:...

Nope... She is nothing special.. No high cost running gear here....
Infact she has cost me less to build then an RTR..

She started Life as a CF100 Kit... Yes.. a Kit..


I then parted out my drift Sprint 2 and moved across The M-Troniks RV15 ESC and Bought a Fly-Sky GT2 2.4ghz controller.
Installed a HPI-X35 35T motor from my OLD monster truck..( A HBX Bonzer-tiger off ebay)
Installed a Cheap TowardPro MG996R 10kg servo
A Proline Chevy Silverado shell and

I also recently added a Wireless Bulldog Winch from RC4WD mounted to proline western bumpers
The Rest is Stock.. Yes.. Stock.. No fancy driveshafts or Shocks..

Well today I was in pursuit of the PERFECT water picture..
I did a trail assesment, Looked at the flow of the creek I was near and yes, it had some current.. and I saw no snakes or Lizards, Noted where the sudden drops were
and where the deep hidden pools where in the rock bed of the creek and made a mental note.. I also realised that the creek was up a fair bit compared to last time I was there.

How easy You can be decieved !
The water was clear.. you could see the bottom... It LOOKED Shallow..
This is where I cannot stress it enough... WATER PROOF YOUR RIG !
It Doesnt matter if you use the Balloon method, Tupperware container or plasti-dip.. Your never going to know if your rig is going to go for a swim !

So the creek had the soothing sound of water flowing, the rocks were mildly damp....
Then the adrenalin KICKED IN..

I was moving my Rig into position for a photo shot... Noted the deep pool just next to the rock.. what I didn't count on..... the Slippery-ness of the Slime that coated the rocks..

The feeling you get when you see your Rig battling against current hitting it on its side, and seeing it slide down the rock and the rear wheels disappearing under the freezing cold water, your watching your rig slowly succumb to gravity and no traction, Its SHEER TERROR !!! but the feeling you get when your tyres find grip amongst the slime and pull itself out of its watery grave is just...
well a feeling of pure JOY !:haveaniceday:


I LOVE the Pro-line Flat-Irons... they are unreal on damp wet rocks !!! I will be sad when I wear them out as I know they stopped making them in a 1.9 size..

There are SO many people to thank for getting me into trailing.. We all Know Medic is the one Responsible for the MAIN attraction to trailing but there have been so many others..
If I had to list them all..... the forum would probably crash !!!!

My Rig is proof that you don't need a Big Budget to have a capable rig, you just need to know what it can do !

I LOVE my SCX10 and I want to thank AXIAL for Making it !!:in love:


and me for Building it... :evilish: ]]> RC Chat, Tutorials, Ideas, Requests, Etc Magnat007 http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/rc-chat-tutorials-ideas-requests-etc/23786-i-love-my-scx10-had-say.html http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/rc-chat-tutorials-ideas-requests-etc/23779-losi-5ivet-rolling-chassis-uk-stockist.html Thu, 16 May 2013 19:55:44 GMT Does anyone know of a UK stockist for the new... Does anyone know of a UK stockist for the new Losi 5ivet rolling chassis. I was just about to get the 5ivet. And then they o release a roller. ]]> RC Chat, Tutorials, Ideas, Requests, Etc SeriousDave http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/rc-chat-tutorials-ideas-requests-etc/23779-losi-5ivet-rolling-chassis-uk-stockist.html http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/rc-chat-tutorials-ideas-requests-etc/23756-need-yalls-opinion.html Wed, 15 May 2013 23:23:46 GMT First off hello! Lol if been a long time since i... First off hello! Lol if been a long time since i been on here. Ive been busy with work and offroading my real truck. (I gave in mag... shes been in the mud 4 tims this season lol)
Anyways back on topic.


Id like to get rid of my wraith (im not trying to sell it on here since im not an elite member i know it's not allowed) but what should i ask for it?? No clue what these are worth. ]]> RC Chat, Tutorials, Ideas, Requests, Etc scxrunner http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/rc-chat-tutorials-ideas-requests-etc/23756-need-yalls-opinion.html http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/rc-chat-tutorials-ideas-requests-etc/23747-hi-i-have-little-question.html Wed, 15 May 2013 09:02:20 GMT Hi guys, I have been looking around and have... Hi guys, I have been looking around and have found that some people that have the same or the smaller sister model have a 2 speed transmission, the question I have in mind is how hard is it to convert the spur gear to a 2 speed.

Basically I'm looking at what may need to be moved, replaced or if you think that the manufacturer tranny would just bolt in normally due to the fact it is about $151 new and wonder if everything I need to convert is there. ]]> RC Chat, Tutorials, Ideas, Requests, Etc BRAV0 http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/rc-chat-tutorials-ideas-requests-etc/23747-hi-i-have-little-question.html http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/rc-chat-tutorials-ideas-requests-etc/23745-2wd-traxxas-slash.html Wed, 15 May 2013 05:00:35 GMT my slash started its life out with brushed set up... my slash started its life out with brushed set up I put the brushless set up and seems my trans sounds like all the gears are striped but they are all metal I have rebuild the trans 2x with new bearings and its getting on my nerves ANY HELP WOULD BE NICE. I do know I need new gears but I dnt want to have to rebuild it if it happens again???? ]]> RC Chat, Tutorials, Ideas, Requests, Etc hpisavage http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/rc-chat-tutorials-ideas-requests-etc/23745-2wd-traxxas-slash.html http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/rc-chat-tutorials-ideas-requests-etc/23736-mud-crawl-pit-granted.html Wed, 15 May 2013 00:59:07 GMT I was just watching Medics CREAMY mud recoveries... I was just watching Medics CREAMY mud recoveries and got to thinking.. We have a Back yard... and an over run garden bed behind the back shed..
So I asked the Local Planning and development minister (Mum) if I could take possesion of the over run garden bed for my RC purposes of getting bogged..
To which the response was "What ever, as long as you clean it up and do all the work "

By Work...
I mean its going to be a labor of love because it is REALLY over run...



Stage 1 of 2million...
Remove all the Grass,weeds and Rubbish... ]]> RC Chat, Tutorials, Ideas, Requests, Etc Magnat007 http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/rc-chat-tutorials-ideas-requests-etc/23736-mud-crawl-pit-granted.html http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/rc-chat-tutorials-ideas-requests-etc/23705-spektrum-dx4s-losi-5ivet.html Mon, 13 May 2013 21:24:27 GMT I'm buying a Losi 5ive t tomorrow and just can't make my mind up on the radio, I was thinking of the Spektrum DX4S as the reviews seem positive for it, but then is the sr410 receiver it comes with as good a signal strength as the 3300t that comes with the Losi 5 which I believe has a longer antenna, or should I use the 3300t with the dx4s I really need some help on this one guys as my head is just about wrecked thinking about it.

Thanks Dave ]]> RC Chat, Tutorials, Ideas, Requests, Etc SeriousDave http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/rc-chat-tutorials-ideas-requests-etc/23705-spektrum-dx4s-losi-5ivet.html http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/rc-chat-tutorials-ideas-requests-etc/23700-what-best-brushless-crawler-motor.html Mon, 13 May 2013 19:26:32 GMT Hey-O Fellow RC-sparkers I have an Axial SCX10... Hey-O Fellow RC-sparkers

I have an Axial SCX10 Honcho. I bought a Castle Creations Sidewinder 3, through it in, It has a great top end, but it's really REALLY jittery on the low end. I want Brushless power, but I really don't want the jittery part of it. So what I'm asking is, what would be the best Brushless motor for this application? :wut: ]]> RC Chat, Tutorials, Ideas, Requests, Etc LST04 http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/rc-chat-tutorials-ideas-requests-etc/23700-what-best-brushless-crawler-motor.html http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/rc-chat-tutorials-ideas-requests-etc/23697-traxxas-summit-axial-scx-10-rubicon-kit.html Mon, 13 May 2013 17:18:30 GMT Hi all
I've got a traxxas summit and am looking at getting a scx 10 kit
My first question is my summits 2.4 ghz reciever antenna snapped does anyone have any replacement suggestions and I'm looking into buying an axial scx10 rubicon kit and wanted to know if you can put both axial dig and a two speed tranny in it ]]> RC Chat, Tutorials, Ideas, Requests, Etc Landcruizer http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/rc-chat-tutorials-ideas-requests-etc/23697-traxxas-summit-axial-scx-10-rubicon-kit.html http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/rc-chat-tutorials-ideas-requests-etc/23676-can-anyone-give-me-anyideas.html Sun, 12 May 2013 18:25:08 GMT hi every one i have hit a stumpling block i have... hi every one i have hit a stumpling block i have been looking for a 1969 dodge charger body for a 1/10 scale but so far all i can fine is a monster truck one so can anyone give me and ideas or point me in the right direction thank u very much :) :aceofaxe: ]]> RC Chat, Tutorials, Ideas, Requests, Etc conman http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/rc-chat-tutorials-ideas-requests-etc/23676-can-anyone-give-me-anyideas.html http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/rc-chat-tutorials-ideas-requests-etc/23563-what-1-10-ro-1-8-rc-bes-racing.html Wed, 08 May 2013 20:00:04 GMT what 1/10 or 1/8 rc is best for racing on an... what 1/10 or 1/8 rc is best for racing on an astro track? i'm replacing my race car but dont know which one to get. all help is appreciated. thanks :) ]]> RC Chat, Tutorials, Ideas, Requests, Etc matte http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/rc-chat-tutorials-ideas-requests-etc/23563-what-1-10-ro-1-8-rc-bes-racing.html http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/rc-chat-tutorials-ideas-requests-etc/23558-scx-10-110mm-shock.html Wed, 08 May 2013 16:05:31 GMT I have a stock scx10 and would it look good with... I have a stock scx10 and would it look good with a 110mm shock set on it with 1.9s? and would i get more flex? ]]> RC Chat, Tutorials, Ideas, Requests, Etc bigtex http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/rc-chat-tutorials-ideas-requests-etc/23558-scx-10-110mm-shock.html http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/rc-chat-tutorials-ideas-requests-etc/23544-charging-nimh-batteries-help.html Wed, 08 May 2013 10:40:55 GMT Ok so I'm a total noob who just got into hobby-grade RCs. I have a total onslaught of questions(if y'all don't mind me asking them) but my main one right now deals with charging NiMH batteries. Right now I have an 1800mah 5-cell(I'm guessing that's what the 5C stands for) and my charger output is rated at 250mah. How long do I have to charge the battery for? What would happen if I just left it charging overnight? I'd really hate to babysit a battery haha. Thanks guys ]]> RC Chat, Tutorials, Ideas, Requests, Etc Bryanography http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/rc-chat-tutorials-ideas-requests-etc/23544-charging-nimh-batteries-help.html http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/rc-chat-tutorials-ideas-requests-etc/23541-paint-removal-tips-tricks.html Wed, 08 May 2013 08:03:00 GMT Hi fellow sparkers... While doing my last... Hi fellow sparkers...

While doing my last nightshift I came across a video which I thought was interesting as well as informative and thought it was worth sharing. It was a video on how to remove paint from a lexan body... After watching the video I was surprised to find out that the thing that works best without damaging the body is Brake fluid. As most here would know there are various types and it was suggested that DOT4 brake fluid be used. So, I had a body with a less than ordinary paint job and decided to put this to the test. All I can say is that this process works... It might be time consuming but it works... Anyway, here is the video for all to watch... Enjoy.

]]> RC Chat, Tutorials, Ideas, Requests, Etc mickyd213 http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/rc-chat-tutorials-ideas-requests-etc/23541-paint-removal-tips-tricks.html http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/rc-chat-tutorials-ideas-requests-etc/23533-slash-buggy.html Wed, 08 May 2013 02:34:42 GMT Just saw this very cool kit by ChuckWorksRC.... Just saw this very cool kit by ChuckWorksRC.
ChuckworksRC

Turns the Slash to a buggy.

]]> RC Chat, Tutorials, Ideas, Requests, Etc Crankbait http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/rc-chat-tutorials-ideas-requests-etc/23533-slash-buggy.html http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/rc-chat-tutorials-ideas-requests-etc/23531-motor-problems-help-please.html Wed, 08 May 2013 00:59:50 GMT Alright I just got a new titan 12T and broke it... Alright I just got a new titan 12T and broke it in by running it slowly in forwards out of the car. Once that was done I slowly ran it in forwards only for 2 packs. After that it was fine and good. But after 1 pack all broken in and good it got really slow and as soon as I let off the throttle it poofed and let out some smoke, and didn't run. So I took it inside and I had a lot of homework so I couldn't look at it that night. Remembering that was my 6 motor I burned out 3 one that week I didn't want to tell my parents. So I sorta just left it there broken. But I looked at it today and found some odd stuff about it and told my parents. First it works but only in forwards and if you try to go reverse it jams and makes a whining noise. Second it makes A LOT of sparks inside that are green and white. Third a piece of it came out and it looks like a T with ripples on one end and feels and looks like graphite. In the videos down below it shows all this in a video.

]]> RC Chat, Tutorials, Ideas, Requests, Etc That_One_Guy http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/rc-chat-tutorials-ideas-requests-etc/23531-motor-problems-help-please.html http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/rc-chat-tutorials-ideas-requests-etc/23525-i-want-get-racing.html Tue, 07 May 2013 21:10:15 GMT :on fire: hi guys i am newer to the rc world and... :on fire: hi guys i am newer to the rc world and want to start racing! only....
i have no idea where to start, frst off, wgat truck/truggy do you suggest buying? ]]> RC Chat, Tutorials, Ideas, Requests, Etc tmaxx-er http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/rc-chat-tutorials-ideas-requests-etc/23525-i-want-get-racing.html http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/rc-chat-tutorials-ideas-requests-etc/23518-lipo-charger.html Tue, 07 May 2013 17:37:12 GMT I want something cheap and reliable. Right now I... I want something cheap and reliable. Right now I run a SPC 5400 50c 2s and came across this but not sure if it will charge what I have or not.

Traxxas TRA2935 LiPo Battery Charger 2 Cell 3 Cell Balancer E Maxx Slash E Revo | eBay ]]> RC Chat, Tutorials, Ideas, Requests, Etc evolution21 http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/rc-chat-tutorials-ideas-requests-etc/23518-lipo-charger.html http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/rc-chat-tutorials-ideas-requests-etc/23515-mini8-questions.html Tue, 07 May 2013 17:17:52 GMT Hi guys I'm having a problem finding a part number for my mini8. Its the main driveshaft that runs from front to back.
It's the only part not listed in the manual. ]]> RC Chat, Tutorials, Ideas, Requests, Etc SirKen http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/rc-chat-tutorials-ideas-requests-etc/23515-mini8-questions.html http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/rc-chat-tutorials-ideas-requests-etc/23472-want-get-into-crawling.html Mon, 06 May 2013 02:23:54 GMT Guys, I would like to start to get into crawling.... Guys, I would like to start to get into crawling. I currently own a Nitro buggy but would like to start playing with the world of brushless motors :-) The rock crawlers that I see are really awesome. Can anyone direct me towards a good starter package? I would like to go with a "already built" setup. I appreciate the help! ]]> RC Chat, Tutorials, Ideas, Requests, Etc Teamhella http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/rc-chat-tutorials-ideas-requests-etc/23472-want-get-into-crawling.html http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/rc-chat-tutorials-ideas-requests-etc/23456-rc-kit-dilemma.html Sun, 05 May 2013 18:07:55 GMT Hi guys and gals i have an issue im from Detroit... Hi guys and gals i have an issue im from Detroit you know motor city lol i can not for the life of me find a RC kit that is Dodge / Ford / Chevy ect. can anyone point me in the correct direction????? thank you so very much for the help..... ]]> RC Chat, Tutorials, Ideas, Requests, Etc YB2012 http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/rc-chat-tutorials-ideas-requests-etc/23456-rc-kit-dilemma.html http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/rc-chat-tutorials-ideas-requests-etc/23432-anyone-have-ideas-good-nitro-rcs.html Sun, 05 May 2013 01:10:41 GMT Hi I know most posts on here are about electric... Hi I know most posts on here are about electric RC's but i was wondering if anyone knew a good RTR Nitro for under 250. Thanks! :) ]]> RC Chat, Tutorials, Ideas, Requests, Etc WetErect http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/rc-chat-tutorials-ideas-requests-etc/23432-anyone-have-ideas-good-nitro-rcs.html http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/rc-chat-tutorials-ideas-requests-etc/23399-i-cant-decide-between-axial-traxxas.html Sat, 04 May 2013 02:50:22 GMT I know they are both quality trucks but I still... I know they are both quality trucks but I still can't decide on which one to get.

So, here's the hard decision or maybe not so hard decision to make:

Traxxas Summit or Axial Scx10 RTR ]]> RC Chat, Tutorials, Ideas, Requests, Etc FrankyMonez http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/rc-chat-tutorials-ideas-requests-etc/23399-i-cant-decide-between-axial-traxxas.html http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/rc-chat-tutorials-ideas-requests-etc/23397-bear-attack-quad-copter.html Sat, 04 May 2013 00:00:14 GMT I know I know I know...It's technically a heli video but I do not want it in that section as I know it will not get seen like it should. People see heli section posts and usually blow it off. They wont here.

I will state this now that I DID NOT film this video. He is a local that I have met a few times and follow on YouTube. Terry (4mods) is local to him as well and he shared this video on FB with me. NEEDS TO BE SEEN.....

It is not often that you are flying a quadcopter and a VERY curious bear comes along....want to see what happens?

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]]> RC Chat, Tutorials, Ideas, Requests, Etc Dribble http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/rc-chat-tutorials-ideas-requests-etc/23397-bear-attack-quad-copter.html http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/rc-chat-tutorials-ideas-requests-etc/23330-help-hobao-pirate-mt-sport.html Wed, 01 May 2013 10:10:34 GMT Hi I'm new to this forum after somehow joining today, ok back on subject.

I have a HoBao Pirate MT Sport that I replaced the engine for a .28 and have encountered a few problems.

1: The exhaust doesn't fit snugly, I can't actually see the problem other than thinking the rubber seal doesn't actually seal the inside, I think this because of all the bugs and seeds swimming in the fuel that was dumped all over the chassis.

2: The centre spur gear is shredded, I honestly don't know what happened, I haven't a honest clue how to align the engine but I've done it to mesh nicely without locking the wheels up, which it does when the engine was too close to the spur gear.

But here is the thing, I'm looking for a replacement, I really and drawn into buying a 2 speed but don't know where I can find one that will just bolt in, in the same way as if I were replacing the gear normally.



If anyone knows where I can get a 2 speed box or a single steel spur gear replacement for my HoBao Pirate MT Sport it would help me massively.

Thanks for reading my mess of a first post. ]]> RC Chat, Tutorials, Ideas, Requests, Etc BRAV0 http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/rc-chat-tutorials-ideas-requests-etc/23330-help-hobao-pirate-mt-sport.html http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/rc-chat-tutorials-ideas-requests-etc/23318-axial-exo-terra-buggy-rear-shock-relocation.html Tue, 30 Apr 2013 23:09:50 GMT Just gonna post this so if anyone with an exo... Just gonna post this so if anyone with an exo wants to try it.

The rear shock relocation set typically will reduce your over all travel a hair. Not much though. It may even lower the rear down a touch depending on your set up. If that's the case and you need more ride height you should have enough compression stroke in the shocks to add longer rod ends to give you more droop travel, and a higher ride height. It also helps with nose diving. Go light on the oil. With the new set up some guys have been running 40+ oil back there still. Pretty much anything under 35w oil is recommended with the new shock location or it will end up being a bumpy ride. Do not try to reuse the stock lower mount with this set up or you will end up sitting really high. Mount them in one of the two holes in the a-arm for best performance. I used STRC shock braces for extra support. Here is a few pics.

Strc brace...




Lower a-arm mounting location...
]]> RC Chat, Tutorials, Ideas, Requests, Etc LeeSc10 http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/rc-chat-tutorials-ideas-requests-etc/23318-axial-exo-terra-buggy-rear-shock-relocation.html http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/rc-chat-tutorials-ideas-requests-etc/23274-suspension-settings.html Mon, 29 Apr 2013 20:26:44 GMT Hey everyone just curiouse how do you all have... Hey everyone just curiouse how do you all have you suspension set up ie types of springs, how heavy a shock oil and how many holes do you use in your shocks for rock climbing? ]]> RC Chat, Tutorials, Ideas, Requests, Etc Bucky63 http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/rc-chat-tutorials-ideas-requests-etc/23274-suspension-settings.html http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/rc-chat-tutorials-ideas-requests-etc/23187-monster-truck.html Sat, 27 Apr 2013 06:09:17 GMT so i was checking a local buy and sell sight and... so i was checking a local buy and sell sight and i came across this beast in the link: For the guy that has everything - Castanet Classifieds. Just wondering peoples opinions. ]]> RC Chat, Tutorials, Ideas, Requests, Etc armyscxkevin http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/rc-chat-tutorials-ideas-requests-etc/23187-monster-truck.html http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/rc-chat-tutorials-ideas-requests-etc/23127-you-know-you-addicted-when.html Thu, 25 Apr 2013 15:44:42 GMT Found this post and thought that I would share... Found this post and thought that I would share it, can you relate?

You Know You're Addicted to RC When...

-The power bill went up 25% due to your charging station.

-Everywhere starts to look like a potential bashing spot.

-Quality time no longer includes your spouse.

-When packing for a trip, you'd leave the extra change of clothes behind so you can fit the r/c gear in the suitcase.

-You routinely fly your R/C....but it doesn't have wings or a propeller.

-When it comes to R/C parts, you have spares for the spare's spares.

-The Lhs will stay open for an extra hour if you call ahead.

-You'll do a weekly tune up on your R/C, but the family car barely runs.

-You've never walked to the store, but if the battery pack is fully charged, you'll make excuses to go.

-Lunch break is often launch break.

-Clothes are on the floor and r/c parts are in the drawers.

-Your eBay feedback score hit triple digits in under a year.

-You've given pet names to all your r/c's.

-You can't help but chase all small animals with your R/C vehicle.

-You plan your work schedule to coincide with the lhs's hours of operation.

-One power bar isn't enough for your charging station.

-You start to feel guilty about not using the old nimh packs that still hold a charge, so you top them up, but still never use them.

-You start to think of ways to use your r/c to do chores.

-You'd never settle for a lipo pack with only 45 mins of runtime.

-Part swaps on your r/c start to resemble NASCAR pitstops.

-Your on a first name basis with everyone in the warranty department of you parts supplier.

-You now have so many lipos that you set the LVC to storage voltage.

-You're idea of getting lipo has nothing to do with losing weight.

-It would take an entire weekend to fully charge all your batteries.

-Packages arrive at the post office every two days.

-If your P2de came to life, it would beat the crap out of you for a while...on every type of surface.

-Your dog has developed a taste for R/C tires.

-You have to keep a list to know which packs are fully charged.

-You now consider your significant other to be your R/C vehicle.

-There are tire burnout marks on the Lino in the kitchen.

-Lhs owner sends you a Christmas card containing a list of all the new arrivals.

-People start to think you're a heavy smoker cuz you're always talking about going through 2-3 packs a day.

-When the forum is down for more than two days you check yourself into detox.

-You have r/c modifications named after you.

-If your forum posts total were dollars you could retire early.

-You dream of using servos to make everything remote control.

-You own r/c's that you've never driven.

-The ring bearer at your wedding was an E-Maxx.

-The lhs owner just bought a new Mercedes and you're three payments behind on your Kia.

-A crowd gathers when you bash.

-You're X-mas wish list is a Traxxas exploded view.

-The only thing you've cooked in the last year is tires.

-The Lhs owner comes to you for parts.

-When strangers approach you while you're bashing, you can recruit them into r/c in fifty words or less.

-You recorded over your wedding video with speed run footage.

-You can build another complete r/c vehicle in a couple hours without buying any parts.

-Your r/c gets it's own seat in the family car, and you're willing to leave someone behind to keep it that way.

-You're willing to go out in public with a camera strapped to your head.*

-You're always getting lost cuz your gps unit is never in the family car anymore.

-You've read this whole post and can relate to almost all of it!* ]]> RC Chat, Tutorials, Ideas, Requests, Etc CrawlinDuck http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/rc-chat-tutorials-ideas-requests-etc/23127-you-know-you-addicted-when.html http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/rc-chat-tutorials-ideas-requests-etc/23062-fitting-camera.html Tue, 23 Apr 2013 23:27:23 GMT Just wondering if anyone has tried fitting a... Just wondering if anyone has tried fitting a camera on top of their car.
I have a Savage X and would like to try my Drift camera on it, any ideas?
What about vibration, besides the image maybe effected I was wondering if the camera would survive the vibs also

So far it's just an idea but would like to try it out ]]> RC Chat, Tutorials, Ideas, Requests, Etc Gandalf http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/rc-chat-tutorials-ideas-requests-etc/23062-fitting-camera.html http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/rc-chat-tutorials-ideas-requests-etc/23047-gearing-help-please.html Tue, 23 Apr 2013 18:13:49 GMT Being somewhat unknowledgeable about gearing I'm looking to get a higher top speed. I currently have my 2wd Slash running a Venom 4200Kv motor with a Venom 80 amp ESC, power by a 2S lipo. I'm running a 86t spur and a 23t pinion gear. I was told the bigger the pinion the more top speed, is this correct? Looking for guidance on this so any help would be greatly appreciated.. Thank you.....P.S. I also have a spare 19t pinion but I believe that is more for acceleration?!?! I think ]]> RC Chat, Tutorials, Ideas, Requests, Etc yota08 http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/rc-chat-tutorials-ideas-requests-etc/23047-gearing-help-please.html http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/rc-chat-tutorials-ideas-requests-etc/23041-really-easy-use-video-editing-software.html Tue, 23 Apr 2013 10:14:56 GMT Currently i do all my video's from shooting through to editing and uploading all from my iphone using the "splice" app. I have 2 HD go pro cameras which i have only used once because i failed terribly to edit the footage i had. I just cannot find any software that is as easy to use as splice and just cannot get my head around the more technical software available for PC's & laptops.
Can someone please point me towards some idiot proof editing software.
Thanks. ]]> RC Chat, Tutorials, Ideas, Requests, Etc Joker777 http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/rc-chat-tutorials-ideas-requests-etc/23041-really-easy-use-video-editing-software.html http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/rc-chat-tutorials-ideas-requests-etc/23036-crawler-track.html Tue, 23 Apr 2013 06:13:18 GMT i just cleared this in my garden and wanted to... i just cleared this in my garden and wanted to turn it in to a crawler course ..... all ideas will be helpfull





:sparkscliff: ]]> RC Chat, Tutorials, Ideas, Requests, Etc matte http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/rc-chat-tutorials-ideas-requests-etc/23036-crawler-track.html http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/rc-chat-tutorials-ideas-requests-etc/23001-slash-4x4-honcho.html Mon, 22 Apr 2013 01:39:24 GMT Bought some tires from this guy for my buggy,... Bought some tires from this guy for my buggy, after several barters he now wants my mildly built honcho and in turn I get his slash 4x4 vxl and $100. I have never had a short course truck so im not sure which way to go as I love crawling and bashing and racing. What do you all think. ]]> RC Chat, Tutorials, Ideas, Requests, Etc Gixxer410 http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/rc-chat-tutorials-ideas-requests-etc/23001-slash-4x4-honcho.html http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/rc-chat-tutorials-ideas-requests-etc/22953-how-many-turns.html Sun, 21 Apr 2013 05:32:41 GMT I am wondering if anyone knows how to tell or has... I am wondering if anyone knows how to tell or has a good guess of how many turns cordless drill motors are. I had an 18v craftsman and the batteries were shot so instead of throwing away the perfectly good motor I pulled it out but I'm unsure which box i should put it in (SCT or crawler) ]]> RC Chat, Tutorials, Ideas, Requests, Etc memphis m3z http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/rc-chat-tutorials-ideas-requests-etc/22953-how-many-turns.html http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/rc-chat-tutorials-ideas-requests-etc/22942-update-rc-boat-jump.html Sun, 21 Apr 2013 00:12:40 GMT I know I have been meaning to get this done for a... I know I have been meaning to get this done for a little while (Since Last year)
but with the falling apart of my film crew (A mate of mine who decided that our friendship wasn't worth anything to him)
The lack of co-ordination with the others... and the lack of Rain for the water to go over the weir....

HAS FINALLY been rectified..
I got another mate who is madder then I am and is dead keen to help get this done...
I have good news that since winter has now arrived... So has the rain so the weir is flowing again..

Now all I have to do is get a Fishing net, the Crew together, and be prepared to sacrifice a Boat to Davey' Jones's locker and we will do it !


This is a pic of the location.. Its hard to access with all the reeds but it can be done...
Its most likely going to be a one way trip for the boat lol...
One shot, One take... It will either be an Awesome jump or a spectacular fail.... Either way.... I will be totally satisfied.. ]]> RC Chat, Tutorials, Ideas, Requests, Etc Magnat007 http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/rc-chat-tutorials-ideas-requests-etc/22942-update-rc-boat-jump.html http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/rc-chat-tutorials-ideas-requests-etc/22919-rc-rock-crawling-video-contest-i-need-more-votes.html Sat, 20 Apr 2013 08:36:30 GMT Looking for a little help winning a video... Looking for a little help winning a video contest. I made a 3 minute video edit with a friend and my 9 year old son....he REALLY wants to win the grand prize of a new Axial Rubicon JK. The contest is being put on by Recon G6 and the only way to get votes is to have the submitted post "liked" by as many people as possible. Whoever has the most likes WINS! The contest ends 4/21/2013. Please take a few moments to click the link below and then click on "like" if you enjoyed our video submission. Keep in mind, we just started RC this past February! We really enjoy it together and it would be so awesome for him to have his own truck to drive! Thanks in advance for taking a look and placing your vote for us!

Doin It G6 Style ]]> RC Chat, Tutorials, Ideas, Requests, Etc aqwik69 http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/rc-chat-tutorials-ideas-requests-etc/22919-rc-rock-crawling-video-contest-i-need-more-votes.html http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/rc-chat-tutorials-ideas-requests-etc/22905-leaving-beaches.html Fri, 19 Apr 2013 23:06:39 GMT So right now I'm prepping my rc in our van and hoping for pix and a video on :yuush: ]]> RC Chat, Tutorials, Ideas, Requests, Etc Harold.mags http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/rc-chat-tutorials-ideas-requests-etc/22905-leaving-beaches.html