El Dougo

I do think that it's a good idea to change the Top Ten list so that it's one entry per person. The outlaw class is already there just no entries yet I might look into these rocket cars

I'm off work today This is what the outlaw list would look like: 1 - El Dougo - TRF418 - 85.5 MPH / 137.5 KPH (Video on page 60) 2 - Phil H - TA04SS - 78 MPH / 126 KPH ( Video run page 55) 3 - Jason1145 - DF02 - 60.8 MPH / 97.9 KPH (Video on page 46) 4 - Wooders - DT03 - 59.0 MPH / 95 KPH (Video on page 47) 5 - Macinnis - TT02b - 57.2 MPH / 92 KPH ( Video run on page 36) 6 - MadInventor - DF-02 - 53.4 MPH / 86 KPH (Video run on page 46) 7 - firefoxussr - TA05 - 52.7 MPH / 85 KPH (Video run on page 17) 8 - Jupitertwo - DT-03 - 51.6 MPH / 83 KPH (Video run on page 12) 9 - Lawsy - DB01 - 50.1 MPH / 82 KPH (Video run on page 18) 10 - Smirk-Racing - Lunchbox - 48.5 MPH / 78 KPH (Video run on page 31)

Looking forward to seeing the silver can entries. I would have suggested limiting it to 2s or equivalent although I can't wait to see @MadInventor put 24 volts through one . I also have a few lying around if anyone is stuck. I've been busy: I'm not very happy with the Cap pack install as I had tried to fit the Castle pack but It was a total nightmare so I gave up and slapped in an Abisma pack I had in the stores. I didn't want to go at the wires again so the wiring isn't ideal, I'll probably re-attack when the rage has worn off in a day or two! I had lust spent the previous hour looking for a tiny part which has remained elusive Now I need to cut out and prep the body shell for paint, my least favourite job by a long long way.......... meh

Very nice, what body shell is on the 419x and what customisation have you done to it? Thanks

Thanks gents I got the motor and ESC I ordered for it yesterday, the Monster X is huge!

First shakedown with the TRF, she's not just a looker Speed run Entry: TRF 41885.5 Mph - 137.5 KmhCastle 1406, 5700kv motor Castle MambaX, ESC3s Lipo, 4400Mah 65C48dp. 66T Spur, 47T PinionXceed Foam Tyres Chuffed I also ran the FF03 and got exactly the same speed as before (75.6Mph). I added 20% boost on full throttle and it looks promising but I damaged the front tyres and had to call it quits for the day. @Phil_H Dust off your TRF

I think your gonna struggle to find anything with enough MAH. More power

You've got the perfect motor and a pile of 120amp ESC's, if you don't have one you just need a touring car chassis that will allow for low ratio gearing and your in. You could easy smash 90Mph bud I've got no rebuttal for that sir, I do however have a £12 motor (4 turn Trackstar) in the stores I was actually genuinely interested in what the next 2s speed is

One persons 'do it all' is different to another's For me it would be a Losi TEN SCTE running 3s and a 4 pole 4-5000kv sensored motor. It's rock solid, can crawl but most importantly it can fly I slapped the GPS on my 2.0 running a 4 pole Hobbying 4000kv, it hits 62Mph and lifts the front wheels slightly under full load. EDIT: Ignore my ramblings, I should have read your post properly! Max 20-30Kmh, maybe a CC01 is what your after

Those old post were manually typed as the auto signature didn't work. I should have put some small print "correct at time of publishing" You jest me sir! Was wondering what the next fastest 2s speed is?

It's surprising how such a little thing can cause so much damage. The counter gear pin popping out on the FF03 wrote the whole gear box off and I took my RS4 apart to get at the two screws that came loose from the spur, there was so much damage that it needs a new chassis Good luck with the parts hunting, i'd like to see it break the 80Mph barrier I've been looking into a TT02s conversion, does anyone know if it has to be the TA05-IFS bottom arms (51297). From looking they are the same style as the FF03 and most other TC but I noticed a short version on RC Mart and it has given me some doubt!?

Me like This is the best run from my TT02 (65.7Mph), it has a small tumble so I doubt the run counts. It's running a Castle 4600kv 4 pole, Hobbywing SCT Pro 120 amp ESC, 48dp 55 spur/37 pinion and a 3s 4400Mah 65c battery. The battery was at near storage voltage and I wasn't able to get decant throttle on so if I do manage to sort the handling out it could be a contender

Be good to see the results! I've had my eye on the GT3 body for a while it's very nice. I just got a Protoform Mazda 6 for the 418, it doesn't look as cool but it will make it faster and more stable at speed, you should check them out. I'm with @Wooders28 on the cheap ESC's had nothing but trouble, although I was thinking of trying a Hobbyking 120amp with the 3.5t in the FF03 to see how it compared to the Hobbywing. And TRF sweetness, mmmmm shiny thing

You got me on the self locking brakes and the heater but I've never run power steering. I was still using this one as daily a few years ago, it's a 4wd turbo with no power steering a welded centre and rear diff not exactly an easy parker

A 3.5t on 2s is awesome and most likely the way to go for RC's with limited battery space and gearing options but I think a decant 3s setup (5700kv +) in the TRF would see you into triple figures I would definitely give that pinion a try, at least you will know for sure if it's holding you back. For info Robinson Racing do an 48dp, 47t alloy pinion Fixed your upload problem? Would love to see a decant picture of the shiny thing! I was surprised when @Macinnis said he gave up on the locked diff but now I know why The problem is that the front hubs and arms have way too much slop for high speed runs and there doesn't appear to be an easy fix. I tried the steel suspension balls and they made a small difference but I think the only way to get it suitable would be to convert the front to a TT02s spec. I am going to dial the power back and give it a couple more try's as is before I give up with it or order the TT02s parts in. Thanks for the speedy board update and @Phil_H is correct with the older set up I actually managed 69Mph but wanted to break the 70Mph barrier. I geared up with -2 Spur and +4 Pinion and then had several failed attempts ranging from my mistakes like trying to run in +20Mph winds, driving into my mates Jag to the car taking off at significant speed and braking bits to the recant gearbox meltdown. I think there is a little more to come with the current gearing and I haven't touched the ESC boost/timing yet I'm not sure i'd go with the posh Ferrari type I'm the dude with the 230 wheel HP, 800kg supercharged badword box with parts that cost lots more than the car

Thanks Phil What you thinking 2s, 3s or even 4s? I have my eye on a crazy 3.5t but I doubt ill get it. My 418 came with a Fusion esc combo and when I was looking into it I found that the next model up comes with a 13300kv 3.5t motor, my Hobbywing is only 9750kv!

I was out with the FF03 and TT02 today. A decent speed from my FF03 and apologies for the prolonged video the run was the first one and the motor slipped on the way back. I fixed it took it back out, had an off and broke another C hub I think it might just have the beans to beat Phil's current record if only it would hold together Anyway Speed run entry: FF0375.6 Mph - 121.6 KmhHobbywing Xerun 3.5tHobbywing Xerun V3.1 120AmpTurnigy 2s Lipo 7500Mah 90C48dp. 64T Spur, 40T PinionMatrix RC Foam Tyres The TT02 was still all over the place and it had several impressive off's but surprisingly kept on going! It hit 65Mph with relative ease but it's a total nightmare under load and I ended up breaking a rear bottom arm. If I get the time i'll make a highlight Video. I also ran my RS4 and the screws that hold the spur came loose and caused a nasty mess : It was doing 82Mph when it happened, you can see the motor RPM spike to almost 150000rpm when the spur gear strips

From looking last night it's a % of the overall voltage and there is mixed info on the tolerances. It seems that less than 10% is the sweet spot and anything over 20% isn't good. Thanks for the heads up on the balancer, I've added one to the shopping list Always interested in new stuff so yes please!

That's definitely pimp in my book and very nice indeed . I have not managed tick the V8 ownership box yet but it's very high up on the list!

A very nice price Get busy selling bud! it's amazing how much pimping a 1:1 costs, makes the RC stuff seem insignificant.

I'm very impressed with it and will be checking the log after every run now, will be nice to see the cap packs effect on the ripple numbers. I'd go for it bud and would even ask if they could do you a deal on a Monster X! The prices for Castle stuff in the UK is crazy and it appears to be cheaper to import even with the handling fees and VAT. The Monster X and sonsored motor from Modelsport come in at £260 compared to Amain's $220 with $30 off for spending over $200, it works out at $190/£145 and they even through in a free t-shirt! The ransom note should be less than £50 saving me approx £65.

I have now made sense of the data log, the big numbers came from the last run on the dusty road where it was most likely wheel spinning at 70Mph. The normal peak numbers from my usual running spot are: ESC 200f/93c, Motor 150f/65c and 70000rpm with a 170amp current draw. The ripple is a little on the high side peaking at just over 2 volts so I will be adding a capacitor pack but overall much less worrying numbers! It's gonna hurt seeing the 418 take the first tumble but I'm sure it will be worth it in the end

Just the one 3s to start with a 7700kv and I did go with the additional capacitor pack. I just looked at the data log from my Mamba X to see if I am getting any ripple in my RS4 (5700kv, 3s) as I don't have additional capacitors on it. It appears that I am getting some although it's my first time looking at the log and haven't done any research yet, so not sure whats normal and what the tolerances are. If you or anyone else is able to shed any light on it it would be appreciated! Also balancing the wheels never even crossed my mind, can you elaborate? Edit: Some interesting headline numbers! (shocked emoticon) The Project X Which model, a picture and divulge of plans would be nice

Maybe next time

It's going to be a speed run car. I just ordered a 7700kv motor and a Mamba Monster X (Amain) for it and I'm deciding which Protoform body to go with at the moment. I've spent more than Augusts RC budget already and it hasn't even started yet But at least I have some projects to keep me busy!