Clodbusterfan 21 Posted May 21, 2020 I have a Radio Shack Golden Arrow that i want someone to tear out all the electronics and add aftermarket electronics to it. (ESC, motor, radio/receiver, and steering servo.) I would use this motor but not sure on ESC... https://usa.banggood.com/53068-RS540-OP68-Sport-Engine-Tuned-23T-Brushed-High-Speed-Motor-for-1-or-10-RC-Vehicles-Truck-Models-p-1658625.html?utm_source=googleshopping&utm_medium=cpc_organic&gpla=1&gmcCountry=US&utm_content=shopping&utm_campaign=usg-pc¤cy=USD&createTmp=1&utm_source=googleshopping&utm_medium=cpc_bgcs&utm_content=frank&utm_campaign=frank-ssc-usg-all-newcustom-ncv90-0420-19cov&ad_id=432153545270&gclid=Cj0KCQjwzZj2BRDVARIsABs3l9KKYmz9ymRWE0X1o5t1oYxqMj9rQEMQap9E1APJH1ei52MuZmJ4dq8aAuj7EALw_wcB&cur_warehouse=CN How much would someone charge me to do this? Here is a video how a guy did his on youtube: I wouldn't want the gearbox messed with. How much cash would you need to upgrade this for me? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
A-Baum 352 Posted May 21, 2020 Isn't that basically a Hornet with a Kyosho motor? You could totally handle that yourself I'd think. That's some of the most fun of these cars, is taking things apart and wrenching upgrades into them. Give it a shot. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KEV THE REV 2319 Posted May 21, 2020 Why not have a go yourself ? I fitted modern electrics and radio gear into a small Taiyo Jet Hopper and used original 360 motor and a 7.2 flat battery pack (6 x AA cells) and this buggy is much smaller than a 1/10th. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KEV THE REV 2319 Posted May 21, 2020 7 minutes ago, A-Baum said: You could totally handle that yourself I'd think Beat me to it 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Clodbusterfan 21 Posted May 21, 2020 Ok I will try. What ESC should I use?: https://www.ebay.com/itm/Hobbywing-QUICRUN-1060-Brushed-ESC-Waterproof-Speed-Control-1-10-Cars-Trucks/191438925774?epid=1779871826&hash=item2c92a62fce:g:7yYAAOSwXxxdlrlj Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wolfdogstinkus 1893 Posted May 21, 2020 We'll all help you along the way. I've just done exactly that to an old Tamiya Quick Drive Thunder Dragon and hit over 45mph!!!! Ok so I crashed on the 48mph run but here's a 40mph run on a 30 year old car. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Clodbusterfan 21 Posted May 22, 2020 Once I get the parts I will chime in for help I am sure! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
steffiemorris 14 Posted May 22, 2020 20 hours ago, Clodbusterfan said: Ok I will try. What ESC should I use?: https://www.ebay.com/itm/Hobbywing-QUICRUN-1060-Brushed-ESC-Waterproof-Speed-Control-1-10-Cars-Trucks/191438925774?epid=1779871826&hash=item2c92a62fce:g:7yYAAOSwXxxdlrlj I am getting my Falcon to run again and just bought myself the Quickrun 1060. my main reasons for buying: - it works for NiMH packs and LiPo packs with a voltage cutoff for LiPo. - it features the safety that throttle is cut-off when the transmitter/receiver are out of range. (my first attempt with the mechanical speed controller resulted in a runaway and some damage). - it works as a powersupply for the receiver. (called BEC) I didn't have any knowledge about ESC's only some hours of reading online. I do have some questions about the Hobbywing 1060 but i'll post that in another thread. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KEV THE REV 2319 Posted May 22, 2020 HW 1060 is the go to ESC for a lot of guys on here Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Falcon#5 594 Posted May 25, 2020 Have a crack yourself. Internet searches and questions thrown up here will get you through it. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites