Losi 8ight building and setup
09-07-2008, 06:30 PM
#7786
Tech Master
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Hi all
I have the 8ight RTR buggy mostly converted over to the competition buggy except for the chassis.
I'm currently running the Truhe setup and I have an issue.
On big jumps the rear of my buggy wants to unload off the jump and flip forward like I was doing a forward somersault.
I can't find a setting that has helped solve this. Any input would be appreciated.
Thanks.
I have the 8ight RTR buggy mostly converted over to the competition buggy except for the chassis.
I'm currently running the Truhe setup and I have an issue.
On big jumps the rear of my buggy wants to unload off the jump and flip forward like I was doing a forward somersault.
I can't find a setting that has helped solve this. Any input would be appreciated.
Thanks.
09-07-2008, 06:57 PM
#7787
Hi all
I have the 8ight RTR buggy mostly converted over to the competition buggy except for the chassis.
I'm currently running the Truhe setup and I have an issue.
On big jumps the rear of my buggy wants to unload off the jump and flip forward like I was doing a forward somersault.
I can't find a setting that has helped solve this. Any input would be appreciated.
Thanks.
I have the 8ight RTR buggy mostly converted over to the competition buggy except for the chassis.
I'm currently running the Truhe setup and I have an issue.
On big jumps the rear of my buggy wants to unload off the jump and flip forward like I was doing a forward somersault.
I can't find a setting that has helped solve this. Any input would be appreciated.
Thanks.
09-07-2008, 07:00 PM
#7788
Hi all
I have the 8ight RTR buggy mostly converted over to the competition buggy except for the chassis.
I'm currently running the Truhe setup and I have an issue.
On big jumps the rear of my buggy wants to unload off the jump and flip forward like I was doing a forward somersault.
I can't find a setting that has helped solve this. Any input would be appreciated.
Thanks.
I have the 8ight RTR buggy mostly converted over to the competition buggy except for the chassis.
I'm currently running the Truhe setup and I have an issue.
On big jumps the rear of my buggy wants to unload off the jump and flip forward like I was doing a forward somersault.
I can't find a setting that has helped solve this. Any input would be appreciated.
Thanks.
09-08-2008, 01:48 AM
#7789
Tech Adept
Anyone know where to get the fuel line for the 8ight? I need to replace the fuel line, due to leakage, and the one used for tank, is a bit thicker than normal.
I usually shop at Carolinas or a-main.
And, how much heavier it the alu spindel/holder combo, compared to stock plastic?
Is this a must have option? less slop?
I usually shop at Carolinas or a-main.
And, how much heavier it the alu spindel/holder combo, compared to stock plastic?
Is this a must have option? less slop?
09-08-2008, 07:33 AM
#7790
Anyone know where to get the fuel line for the 8ight? I need to replace the fuel line, due to leakage, and the one used for tank, is a bit thicker than normal.
I usually shop at Carolinas or a-main.
And, how much heavier it the alu spindel/holder combo, compared to stock plastic?
Is this a must have option? less slop?
I usually shop at Carolinas or a-main.
And, how much heavier it the alu spindel/holder combo, compared to stock plastic?
Is this a must have option? less slop?
09-08-2008, 01:37 PM
#7791
Welcome to the world of buggies. If you plan well, you'll really enjoy yourself. 
For servos, I've had really good luck so far with the Ace DS1313 servos. They are quick and strong enough for both duties on buggy.
If you want to stick with Futaba, I'd go with the BLS351 and BLS451. I plan on upgrading to the Futaba setup, just to have all Futaba gear.
Ace would run you about $150 for the pair whereas the Futabas will be about twice that.
Again welcome. If you have more questions, there are several here that will be happy to help ya get going. My only other words of advice would be "Always buy new." ... but that's just me.
For servos, I've had really good luck so far with the Ace DS1313 servos. They are quick and strong enough for both duties on buggy.
If you want to stick with Futaba, I'd go with the BLS351 and BLS451. I plan on upgrading to the Futaba setup, just to have all Futaba gear.
Ace would run you about $150 for the pair whereas the Futabas will be about twice that.
Again welcome. If you have more questions, there are several here that will be happy to help ya get going. My only other words of advice would be "Always buy new." ... but that's just me.
09-08-2008, 01:39 PM
#7793
09-08-2008, 03:01 PM
#7795
Anyone know where to get the fuel line for the 8ight? I need to replace the fuel line, due to leakage, and the one used for tank, is a bit thicker than normal.
I usually shop at Carolinas or a-main.
And, how much heavier it the alu spindel/holder combo, compared to stock plastic?
Is this a must have option? less slop?
I usually shop at Carolinas or a-main.
And, how much heavier it the alu spindel/holder combo, compared to stock plastic?
Is this a must have option? less slop?
http://losi.com/Products/Features.aspx?ProdId=LOSA9314
2 Feet
http://losi.com/Products/Features.aspx?ProdId=LOSA9315
The aluminum spindles and hubs will give you more steering over the plastic.
09-08-2008, 03:23 PM
#7796
09-08-2008, 03:47 PM
#7797
depends on the motor and track really....but for a Honkin modded .28 Reg hards on .9's have been pretty sweet....my .21 set-up varies.
09-08-2008, 04:45 PM
#7798
How much difference between the F/R CV driveshafts (LOSA3521) and the Center Front CV driveshaft (LOSA3526)??? I replaced the cross pins in all the worn out CV shafts today, and I have 5 that are same length. So I'm thinking I screwed up many months ago and put one of the 3521 wheel CV's in place of the center CV shaft.
09-08-2008, 07:01 PM
#7800