Losi Truggy
12-31-2008, 02:16 PM
#1816
Sounds to me like you were already sold on the RC8T and bought the Losi anyway. If you thought the AE truck was so great, why not just go that direction in the first place?
Whenever somebody is buying a new rig, I always recommend that they buy what they want, not what they think might be better or what some stranger on the internet say is better. They almost always end up buying what they wanted in the end.
Whenever somebody is buying a new rig, I always recommend that they buy what they want, not what they think might be better or what some stranger on the internet say is better. They almost always end up buying what they wanted in the end.
I've said that so many times in the (whats the best) or (which should I buy threads) till it aint funny. The best and the one you should buy is the one you like. There is no magic answer to this question. Buy whatever you like for whatever stupid reason you like it. It will always turn on a dime, break the sound barrier standing still and jump like a gazelle.
12-31-2008, 02:21 PM
#1817
Integra you know this engine. I have no idea about it I got it with Truggy. It had 12 tanks through it. It was basically free with the Truggy. It sounds nice it ran really nice the other day. I have been running RB's so that's where my so called expertise is. I know it's Picco based unlike the new Trinitys which are sirio based.
any info and advice is appreciated.
12-31-2008, 02:30 PM
#1818
Integra you know this engine. I have no idea about it I got it with Truggy. It had 12 tanks through it. It was basically free with the Truggy. It sounds nice it ran really nice the other day. I have been running RB's so that's where my so called expertise is. I know it's Picco based unlike the new Trinitys which are sirio based.
any info and advice is appreciated.
any info and advice is appreciated.
12-31-2008, 02:43 PM
#1819
hey guys, I made up a new set of motor mounts for the 8ight. it is paterned after the losi quick change mount, but I have added 2 boss's on the bottom to drop into the slots in the chassis to make sure the motor is in straight. these also have the feature to flip the risers to move the motor forward to use a standard 3 shoe clutch.
if anyone is interested I have 5 ready in a tumbled finish (non-anodized) and I should have another 5 anodized by the end of the week.
price is $40 shipped with an extra set of risers.
email me at [email protected] if interested
if anyone is interested I have 5 ready in a tumbled finish (non-anodized) and I should have another 5 anodized by the end of the week.
price is $40 shipped with an extra set of risers.
email me at [email protected] if interested
12-31-2008, 02:45 PM
#1820
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Sounds to me like you were already sold on the RC8T and bought the Losi anyway. If you thought the AE truck was so great, why not just go that direction in the first place?
Whenever somebody is buying a new rig, I always recommend that they buy what they want, not what they think might be better or what some stranger on the internet say is better. They almost always end up buying what they wanted in the end.
Whenever somebody is buying a new rig, I always recommend that they buy what they want, not what they think might be better or what some stranger on the internet say is better. They almost always end up buying what they wanted in the end.
12-31-2008, 02:52 PM
#1821
X2...they are stout motor's that will make Huge power for a long time....couple things to keep in mind...if you ever get a air leak of some sort seal up the carb body where the alum meets composite...they have been known to leak from there...and if your carb bolt feel's nice and smooth your good to go.....Make sure to run Picco plugs tho.
12-31-2008, 03:23 PM
#1822
X2...they are stout motor's that will make Huge power for a long time....couple things to keep in mind...if you ever get a air leak of some sort seal up the carb body where the alum meets composite...they have been known to leak from there...and if your carb bolt feel's nice and smooth your good to go.....Make sure to run Picco plugs tho.
12-31-2008, 03:25 PM
#1823
hey guys, I made up a new set of motor mounts for the 8ight. it is paterned after the losi quick change mount, but I have added 2 boss's on the bottom to drop into the slots in the chassis to make sure the motor is in straight. these also have the feature to flip the risers to move the motor forward to use a standard 3 shoe clutch.
if anyone is interested I have 5 ready in a tumbled finish (non-anodized) and I should have another 5 anodized by the end of the week.
price is $40 shipped with an extra set of risers.
email me at [email protected] if interested
if anyone is interested I have 5 ready in a tumbled finish (non-anodized) and I should have another 5 anodized by the end of the week.
price is $40 shipped with an extra set of risers.
email me at [email protected] if interested
12-31-2008, 04:16 PM
#1824
the taper on the plug is obviously matched for starters so they seal no questions asked.....and out of all the Turbo plugs ive ran they seem to last the longest.
12-31-2008, 05:23 PM
#1825
12-31-2008, 06:16 PM
#1826
Tech Initiate
its all in the setup, my 8t can turn under most buggies chances are the RC8T you dove was setup properly and your truck obviously is not if it has no steering.
truck is ride height sensitive, if you haven't checked your ride height after the springs take a set chances are the back of your truck is lower than the front. run 36mm front ride height with 38-40mm in the back.
chances are the RC8T you dove was setup properly and your truck obviously is not if it has no steering. truck is ride height sensitive, if you haven't checked your ride height after the springs take a set chances are the back of your truck is lower than the front. run 36mm front ride height with 38-40mm in the back.
12-31-2008, 09:14 PM
#1827
01-01-2009, 08:34 AM
#1828
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Make sure to measure the rear ride height ina bit from the rear. As the chassis wears in the back you will be getting a false number which will cause you to set the height actually lower and lower.
Vlad.... I run Alum spindles and plastic carriers for max steering throw. The Alum braces are not as big a diference on the truggy because the chassis is so much longer. My suggestion is to try them back to back and see if you can feel a difference. But like stated before If running on a super high bite smooth surface the braces would be a plus.
Vlad.... I run Alum spindles and plastic carriers for max steering throw. The Alum braces are not as big a diference on the truggy because the chassis is so much longer. My suggestion is to try them back to back and see if you can feel a difference. But like stated before If running on a super high bite smooth surface the braces would be a plus.
01-18-2009, 11:09 PM
#1830
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Hey gang -
Are many of you finding an advantage to runing 3 degrees of rear toe?
I currently have King Headz front and rear hinge ping braces with the rear one 2 toe and 3 anti squat which is what the race roller setup asks for. If I want to try the rear 3 toe / 3 AS setup, and I put the Losi adjustable brace with inserts http://www.amainhobbies.com/product_...ducts_id/16535 do I have to replace the inner hinge plate? Real question: does it have the cams or does it just hold the front of the pins?
Or, should I just get the KH 3/3 since I will probably never run anything other than 3/3 or 2/3 and I already own the 2/3?
Your input is appreciated, especially about the inner plate function. Thank you!
Are many of you finding an advantage to runing 3 degrees of rear toe?
I currently have King Headz front and rear hinge ping braces with the rear one 2 toe and 3 anti squat which is what the race roller setup asks for. If I want to try the rear 3 toe / 3 AS setup, and I put the Losi adjustable brace with inserts http://www.amainhobbies.com/product_...ducts_id/16535 do I have to replace the inner hinge plate? Real question: does it have the cams or does it just hold the front of the pins?
Or, should I just get the KH 3/3 since I will probably never run anything other than 3/3 or 2/3 and I already own the 2/3?
Your input is appreciated, especially about the inner plate function. Thank you!