MONSTER_JAMZ89

i was wundering what do you normaly do before, during, and after you use your rcs. ex: add gas, check to see if anythings wrong, clean it...

MONSTER_JAMZ89

what size springs do the t-maxx use??? the same as the savage.

MONSTER_JAMZ89

nevermind about the springs. if you spray paint the springs, is there any special way to do it???

Team Duratrax

There is a way but i can't remember at this time.

Have a close look at http://www.rcnitro.com/rn/articles/index.asp they cover absolutely everything about nitro engines etc.You will be a nitro pro in no time.

Sean

dragonfire xray

you need to do alot of reading,here's a link to a list of different articles covering everything from engine tuning,to how glow plugs and clutches work.take some time and read through some of the articles so you have an idea of how the different systems work.

http://www.rc-resources.com/cgi/search.cgi?cat=5

also,do yourself a favour and spend a few extra bucks on a temp gun,the worst thing you can do is run your engine too lean and overheat it.with a temp gun you'll be able to monitor your engine's temperature and ensure that you don't ruin it.you'd also be smart to invest in a failsafe,if you ever lose radio contact or if your batteries go low it'll keep your truck from taking off at full speed and potentialy destroying itself or hurting someone.good luck.

MONSTER_JAMZ89

about the temp gun, what are the good temperatures for a t-maxx???

mikejr718

just watch the dvd that the car comes with it has every thing

Dyer13

I dont think he will have to worry about that for a while, the T-Maxx has a thing on it, and it shuts off the engine if gets too hot

dragonfire xray

what exactly is this "thing" you're talking about? you must know something that everyone else doesn't,because I know for a fact there is nothing on the maxx that will shut it down if temps get too hot.anyone who owns a maxx will tell you that overheating is a big concern on these 2.5 engines,they are probably one of the toughest engines to tune and don't come with the greatest heatsink to begin with,so a temp gun is a must with these.to answer the temp question,normal temps are usually about 210F to 260F for smallblocks like the 2.5

MONSTER_JAMZ89

how often do you check the temperature on the 2.5????????

dakrat

as often as u like. check it after 5 mins of running. if u dont have a temp gun, use the spit method where u spit on the engines head and see if its too hot. go to rc websites and read the FAQ (frequently asked questions)

Dyer13

well my friend just bought a Brand new T-maxx a couple months ago, and his automatically shuts down if the engine starts to overheat. That is what I am talking about, I dont know if it is on all of them, maybe just the NEW ones, but his did this right out of the box, it even said something about it in the manual and in the video, and my LHS, said that it is normal...

MONSTER_JAMZ89

well if the new t-maxxes have that, then i guess i'll get that to. but i think its still a good idea to get a temp gun so i don't overheat the engine.

Dyer13

See, you are starting to learn already! Definately, if you want, and have money, get a temo gun...

onnetz

how does it work?

all engines will shutdown if they run too hot for too long.