Danbox
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I thought about doing the ever-popular Hopper/Hornet baja, but I'm too trigger happy with 2 wheel drive buggies. I like the idea of the Baja king because it has decent ground clearance and is cheap. I had the rally version, and liked the amount of speed it had. Maybe the fish-tailing of 2wheel drive cars is part of the fun!
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I have wanted to make a "Poor man's Scorcher" for a while, but I don't really like the way 2 wheel drive buggies handle. I was thinking about using a Baja King with a spare lexan beetle shell I have. Anybody tried this? Should I use a Gravel Hound/RS/Plasma Edge instead?
Thanks!
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So, slightly longer shocks in the rear might eliminate the need for a 3rd rear shock?
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I've never tried a Dirt-Tuned, but the Sport Tuned motors are really great.
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The Traxxas truck has the same basic driveline as the XL-5 Stampede and Rustler, which would be fine if not for the crappy plastic motor plate.
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I should let my wife read this thread. It might help her understand my condition a little better.
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They're a little more expensive than the sidewinder, but you could also try 2 of the Novak sport systems. Maybe a pair of 13.5's or 10.5's........
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If you put small o-rings (or fuel tubing) on the male plug it leaves a very small gap that helps you get a grip on them. I saw that tip in RC Driver (I think); it works pretty well.
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While I think the Monster Beetle is one of the coolest models, I think I want to part with mine. I would like to either get some cash for it or trade for something.
I paid US $125 for it and bought a few additional parts so I'd like to get somewhere close to that.
As far as trades go, I'd be interested in Clod parts, dual motor speed control, a mini, a Blackfoot Xtreme, Twin Det......who knows?
If you're the least bit interested, let me know.
Here it is:
http://www.tamiyaclub.com/showroom_model.a...49&id=12465
Thanks,
Dan
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I thought the Dagger used 32pitch pinions?
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This 550 is the motor that came with the Kyosho Streamliner and Harborstar. It's meant for 7.2v. If there is a basic "silver can" 550 - this is probably it.
Rob
I couldn't find those, but the Twinstorm uses 19 turn 550 motors.
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550's are like 540 motors in that they come in different numbers of turns. In general, 550 motors have a bit more torque than 540 motors. You do have to be sure you use one that is meant for whatever voltage you run. (7.2 or 14.4, etc.)
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I think 550 motors can be run as if they were 540 motors with more turns. For instance, a Traxxas Xl-5 ESC can run a 12 turn 550 or a 15 turn 540. I'm not 100% sure why this is, though.
The 101BK speed control is only supposed to run 27(or 23?) turn motors, officially, but people run hotter motors sometimes without problems.
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What are the measurements (length) for the shocks?
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If you live near a Radio Shack you might be able to score some GP3300 packs for about $25(really good deal). At one time they were supposed to have been replaced with lower quality packs at the same price, but I saw some of the GP's at my local Radio Shack recently. Might be worth a look.
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I'm no expert, but here's a little info:
NiCad (Nickel Cadmium)packs are still around but are sort of "old-school" at this point. I think the highest capacity one of these packs can hold is 2400mah.
I think it is recommended to fully discharge these to avoid "cell memory"-if that happens they won't fully charge.
NimH are probably most common now. They can hold a lot more than nicads(more run time)-up to 5000mah, but can't be charged on a nicad-only charger. These actually need to be stored with some charge on them so the cells don't get damaged.
More advanced stuff like Lipos (Lithium Polymer) or Lithium-Ion or Lithium Manganese are lighter and can have huge capacities, but they are expensive and require special chargers and special care.
Hope this helps....
Again, I'm no expert-I'm sure some of the guys here know way more.
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Here is mine. CR01 wheels and tires rub the front steering rods. Needs more offset.
That looks really sharp!
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I had one of these for a little while, but I sold it. I liked the simplicity and the speed was good, but since I'm not one for throttle control it fish-tailed a lot.
The ground clearance was a little low, but overall I kind of miss my Sand Viper.
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Current group:
Runner Wheely King (only one actually running right now)
Runner Lunchbox (new body mounts on order, really needs a new shell, too)
Hopefully-soon-to-be-runner Super Clodbuster (needs bearings, body, steering parts)
Monster Beetle that sort-of runs with a crunching diff (probably will be sold)
My main project which has slowed my other projects, though, is my 4 month old daughter.
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I'm not sure about the limit, but in a stock E-zilla/Savage the ESC runs a pair of 21 turn 550's. (I think)
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Same problem for me but with the Traxxas Connector. Great tips form here from many members:
Are the Traxxas connectors just as difficult as Deans? They seem like they should be a little easier to work with. I would have already switched over to them if they were free.
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That's exactly what I need. Now to find them! I see a few sets on eBay but they're all in the far east. Maybe I'll have to give that a try for the first time.
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I need the same sort of thing. I was thinking about these:
http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti00...=LXJBY9&P=K
Anybody used these?
Baja King To Baja Bug-will It Work?
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Thanks guys!
I actually quite like the Blitzer beetle
, but I want something still in production. All of these suggestions are great, but I'm still gravitating towards the BK because it's a very simple design. (steering, etc.) I guess my main concern was about the dimensions. Hopper-Scorchers look great, and the BK is very close to the same length, so it seemed feasible.