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    in Monster Trucks, 4x4, Wheelie Rigs and Crawlers

    Posted

    Am looking for an esc I can use straight out of box that has connections for 2 motors and 1 or 2 batteries if someone could tell me a good esc that can run 2 hpi 15t firebolt motors that's the one I will order lol also will I get more speed and run time out of 2 5300 nimh batteries or 1 3s lipo once again sorry for been a bit slow with this it's a bit confusing

    Get this esc:

    https://traxxas.com/products/parts/escs/3019Revx2lvd

    Use one lipo battery, they are lighter than nimh.

    Start with a 2s and if you want more speed than get a 3s.

    You may need this adapter to use one battery (it just plugs into one battery plug allowing use of one battery):

    https://traxxas.com/products/parts/3983

    If you want long runtime make sure the battery has a high mah rating. For example 5800 mah will run longer than 3000 mah.

    Help required

    in Monster Trucks, 4x4, Wheelie Rigs and Crawlers

    Posted

    Ok now am confused what is 2s and 3s batteries and what do I need to solder this is all very technical stuff lol

    2s lipo battery is 7.4 volts of power to the motors

    3s lipo battery is 11.1 volts of power to the motors

    You need to get a battery:

    http://www.greathobbies.com/productinfo/?prod_id=TRX2843

    or

    http://www.greathobbies.com/productinfo/?prod_id=TRX2846

    Charger:

    http://www.greathobbies.com/productinfo/?prod_id=TRX2933

    For soldering you need a soldering station:

    http://www.greathobbies.com/productinfo/?prod_id=TKPTK950

    Or go with an ESC that comes wired for two motors already.

    Help required

    in Monster Trucks, 4x4, Wheelie Rigs and Crawlers

    Posted

    For Clod Buster - keep it simple, run one esc to both motors, (There are esc's that can handle those 15 turns).

    Soldering will be required.

    Run one lipo battery.

    I use the Tekin FXR-Pro esc in both of mine. Handles 2s and 3s lipo batteries.

    With 3s you don't need two batteries and 2s is quick enough.

    http://www.tamiyaclub.com/showroom_model.asp?cid=109770&sid=7434

    http://www.tamiyaclub.com/showroom_model.asp?cid=115920&sid=7434

    Good luck.

    TXT-2 vs TXT-1

    in Monster Trucks, 4x4, Wheelie Rigs and Crawlers

    Posted

    Yes but Keep in mind that TXT-1 has a different suspention configuration.

    TXT-1 has longer and softer suspension movement. This could be better or not, it depends by what you want to do with the truck.

    TXT-2 configuration is less prone to roll, stiffer and better for hi speed MT, TXT-1 is better for slower runs over rough terrains.

    You can convert TXT-1 configuration to TXT-2 configuration with some little work.

    Max

    Yes, exactly.

    Sorry, all mine sit on a shelf after I build them then run them once or twice (if at all), can never remember the performance :o

    TXT-2 vs TXT-1

    in Monster Trucks, 4x4, Wheelie Rigs and Crawlers

    Posted

    Wow that new body looks ace on there - MUCH better!

    How's does the TXT-2 perform in comparison? I've not ran the TXT-1 but it seems like a solid Monster from the videos I looked at prior to purchase. I haven't seen or heard that much about the TXT-2.

    Is there less "lean" with the new chassis design? The TXT-1 seemed to lean and I wonder if that was a function of the cantilevered shocks and if the new layout works better? Or about the same?

    Same performance...... ....... ....... ........still some "lean" ... ..... .....just build and run your txt-1 for great fun !

    Ooooh so much choice!

    in General discussions

    Posted

    I think there is no comparison between this and a monster truck. If "worse weather" is your base, I'd go monster truck, the Blackfoot 3, Blackfoot Extreme or Twin Detonator would be a far better performer if "monster trucking" is what you after.

    That TA-02T chassis is pretty limited with the terrain it can handle, it's rather small with little clearance. Don't disappoint yourself.

    TXT-2 vs TXT-1

    in Monster Trucks, 4x4, Wheelie Rigs and Crawlers

    Posted

    I've both. Different chassis on the Agrios, and it is heavier, or seems so.

    This is what I've done to my Agrios since first building it stock:

    • Custom cut chassis side plates from thick polycarbonate to replace heavy steel stock plates
    • Imex tires, TXT- Wheels
    • A much more realistic truck body

    Before/New Built Agrios:

    img7434_20052013010707_1.jpg

    After/Modified Agrios:

    img7434_04062014183624_1.jpg

    To answer, yes the Agrios body is a direct fit to both - the wheels however, I don't think they were. I threw mine in the garbage as soon as I unboxed the kit.. I seem to think the hub was different on the rear of the wheel but can't recall.

    What tamiya model or any rc model are hardest / complicated to build?

    in General discussions

    Posted

    I need something interesting that are complicated / hard to build during long winter time... anyone got suggestion?

    "long winter time" implies looking for a lengthy build

    Tamiya hot shot look great! and its reasonably priced too!!!

    Hotshot is no lengthy build, 1 evening and it's done. . . . . . . . . . . .

    What's the budget ? What's your interest, will it be a runner, show piece, occasional runner or a racer ?

    Have you a specific interest in type of vehicle ? Do you want a total r/c or more of a scale model r/c ?

    Otherwise you're gonna get a wide variety of responses some of which may be nothing like you seek :rolleyes: .

    Clod options

    in Monster Trucks, 4x4, Wheelie Rigs and Crawlers

    Posted

    I can't thank you all enough. So proud and happy to be a member here at TC. Thank you much!

    I've been looking into Crawford performance engineering parts for the steering. I may just go with the Tamiya esc because it's easier and that I'm really not going to bash this one too hard.

    I was thinking of this battery, but just not sure if it's the best option. I really prefer lipo.

    82262483-2B86-421F-AC66-EA2159FDA62A_zps

    Don't bother, too big and bulky. Todays nimh batteries have nearly as much capacity in a standard size pack and fit in the stock battery slot.

    Same for lipos which are even lighter.

    That big battery is "old school". If you get the Tamiya esc then you need to add a lipo cut off.

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