Glide
08-06-2001, 07:00 AM
Hello all,
I consider myself an intermediate r/c'er and I have some advice to people whom are new to the game and have some questions for those who are experienced.
First off for someone getting a new vehicle, you must break in that motor for at least 3 tanks of fuel before you can expect to play. This can be frustrating as a newer engine does not like to idle on it's own too well.
Second, get some extra glow plugs. You will need them. Knowing how to remove them may also teach you how to drain your engine when flooded. Know which glow plugs work well with your engine. I let the guy at my LHS (local hobby shop) sell me O.S. A3's and they suck. When you get your engine running they run the car very fast but good luck getting your engine running with them. I see a lot of people recommending McCoy 59's and while I was unable to get those locally I use the McCoy 55's and they rock. Starts up first time like a charm and runs idle hot or cold. McCoy glow plugs seem to pretty much rock. Buying the wrong plugs set me back a bit. Remember not to get plugs that are too long or have an idler bar or they may contact the top of the piston.
Third, the best power increase is the MIP stinger or Traxxas 360 pipe. It was my first modification and the performance difference from just a pipe is amazing.
Fourth, get a new air filter if you plan to run dirt. The stock Traxxas one sucks. Expect to spend about $15 for a good one but remember that they are washable. Just make sure if you are jumping you tie strap that sucker down. If you lose it somewhere and do not know it you run a big risk of getting sand or worse yet a pebble into your chamber and that is bad news.
Fifth, while the Rustler wheels are good and the tires are bit better than the sport, I suggest you get a pair of Dirt Hawgs. They match the stock tires for dirt and outperform the stock tires on the street.
If you want a set of nice crome rims I suggest the Claws. The outer edge is left plastic so you can easily glue your tires to the rims for minimum slippage.
Sixth, this is where I need the help of the experienced guys. After some use I have come to the conclusion that the stock shocks do not last long. What do people recommend as a good performance replacement? Lift is not important as I am looking for a high performance change out replacement. Any help would be appreciated or just tell me what you run. Also, can I add oil or something to the stock traxxas shocks?
That is all, thanks and happy runnings.
I consider myself an intermediate r/c'er and I have some advice to people whom are new to the game and have some questions for those who are experienced.
First off for someone getting a new vehicle, you must break in that motor for at least 3 tanks of fuel before you can expect to play. This can be frustrating as a newer engine does not like to idle on it's own too well.
Second, get some extra glow plugs. You will need them. Knowing how to remove them may also teach you how to drain your engine when flooded. Know which glow plugs work well with your engine. I let the guy at my LHS (local hobby shop) sell me O.S. A3's and they suck. When you get your engine running they run the car very fast but good luck getting your engine running with them. I see a lot of people recommending McCoy 59's and while I was unable to get those locally I use the McCoy 55's and they rock. Starts up first time like a charm and runs idle hot or cold. McCoy glow plugs seem to pretty much rock. Buying the wrong plugs set me back a bit. Remember not to get plugs that are too long or have an idler bar or they may contact the top of the piston.
Third, the best power increase is the MIP stinger or Traxxas 360 pipe. It was my first modification and the performance difference from just a pipe is amazing.
Fourth, get a new air filter if you plan to run dirt. The stock Traxxas one sucks. Expect to spend about $15 for a good one but remember that they are washable. Just make sure if you are jumping you tie strap that sucker down. If you lose it somewhere and do not know it you run a big risk of getting sand or worse yet a pebble into your chamber and that is bad news.
Fifth, while the Rustler wheels are good and the tires are bit better than the sport, I suggest you get a pair of Dirt Hawgs. They match the stock tires for dirt and outperform the stock tires on the street.
If you want a set of nice crome rims I suggest the Claws. The outer edge is left plastic so you can easily glue your tires to the rims for minimum slippage.
Sixth, this is where I need the help of the experienced guys. After some use I have come to the conclusion that the stock shocks do not last long. What do people recommend as a good performance replacement? Lift is not important as I am looking for a high performance change out replacement. Any help would be appreciated or just tell me what you run. Also, can I add oil or something to the stock traxxas shocks?
That is all, thanks and happy runnings.