Better Radio Gear

[fanjet]

I was thinking of changing radio equipment in my e-maxx.

I like the Futaba 3FM-FS system @ 75 mhz. Will the stock traxxas shifting servo and my HItec steering servo work with this system?

The reason I feel an upgrade is in order, I want the dual rate steering. Any help appreciated. bjb...

[SMC-C4RB0N]

Originally posted by fanjet
I was thinking of changing radio equipment in my e-maxx.

I like the Futaba 3FM-FS system @ 75 mhz. Will the stock traxxas shifting servo and my HItec steering servo work with this system?

The reason I feel an upgrade is in order, I want the dual rate steering. Any help appreciated. bjb...

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My best guess is that you will need to upgrade the servo, but someone who KNOWS for sure will tell you.

[rangerfredbob]

servo's are basically universal, at most you would need to either cut the little bar off of the one side, or re pin it, either of which would take at most a minute...

[razer]

Both or your servos will plug into your new Futaba receiver without any modifications or rearranging of the wires.

[fanjet]

Razer, thanks for the info.

I still am looking to replace the TQ-3 radio that came with my E-Maxx. I don't know much about radios and thought you, or someone else may be able to help.

I have changed the steering servo on my E to a high torque version, so I would like to find a system that is sold without servos.

The reason I want to change is I see almost all the replacement radio s offer "steering dual rates"

Me and some guys just Bash around our yards, but we go from grass to asphalt as part of our circuit. My E handles great in the grass and dirt, but on the road the steering is way too touchy.

I thought the steering dual rate option might help me out. Can the rates be changed as you are running around?

Would 75 mhz be a wise choice?

Any thoughts on a radio system, or an explanation of the features and benefits of an upgraded radio would be great.

[razer]

Usually dual-rate steering can be changed on the go. How it's done will depend on the radio you choose. I'd definitely get 75MHz instead of 27MHz if you're getting a synthesized system so you'll have 30 channels to choose from with 75MHz instead of just 6 with 27MHz. This won't make much of a difference if you're using crystals, but I still prefer 75MHz. You can find alot of basic info & a couple of reviews of 3ch FM systems here (http://www.misbehavin-rc.com/pit-lane/radio-receiver/g-radio.asp).

[cooleocool]

If your looking for a good FM radio I'd look at the Futaba 3PM. I have one and love it. I oppted not to get the synthisized as I rarly need to switch crystals. It has a lot of features and is just a little over $100 (with out servos).

-Tom

[fanjet]

Thanks for the advice, how does the Futaba Dual Rate Steering perform? I see you have an E as well. On the pavement mine is just too much with the stock TQ-3.

[cooleocool]

I never messed with the dual rate. I mainly just use the timer (for seeing what my run time is) and the EPA (end point ajustment). Again I really love this radio. Of course there are better radio's out there, but this one was not to much money and had all of the features I need. I like the ten model memory as well. As of now I bought one extra receiver to run it in my Rustler as well as my E-maxx and will put another in my Stampede as well. It's nice not having a bunch of radios for each truck.


Later,

-Tom

[dakota-maxx]

My vote is for the JR XS3 (or XS3i) - synthisized FM...no more messing with crystals and they can be had on E*Bay for a pretty reasonable price.