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samuelsonmark71 07-15-2012 09:43 AM

So here is a question I've been pondering lately. If the SC10 4x4 is having such weight issues outside, why aren't more people running dual shorty packs? Adds more run time as well as weight. Is the fit that bad or what is it? Just thinking out loud really

SAMCRO 07-15-2012 09:45 AM

XP Server horn
 
I just got a new XP servo for the truck. The futaba servo horn doesn't fit down on the servo very well. Is there a different horn that works better or do you just use the stock one that comes with the xp servo?

JEFFs SC10 07-15-2012 09:51 AM


Originally Posted by BorackBasher (Post 10976053)
im lucky to have a lot of the ae drivers choose (ocrc) as their home track.. like hartson for example.. he isnt too thrilled about the sc10 4x4.. when im having issues with the truck he will help which is cool.. but for set up wise.. he's just not that into it as he is into the buggy.. even cavalieri's dad doesnt know much about the truck.. which sucks for us who enjoy tweaking on it.. trying to get the truck better in a way..

man I'm jealous!

ilanstylz 07-15-2012 10:14 AM


Originally Posted by math_rulez (Post 10976076)
That sounded just like mine!

I had a bad bearing on the rear diff, not sure if this was the actual cause, but after the rebuild it was much quieter.

I'm going to be replacing all my bearings with Avid as soon as I tear it down and redo everything and clean it up.

I'm also taking a break from 4x4 sct's, I want to concentrate more on my buggies. Now that my track is going to be allowing 1/8th buggies I'm going to be running both my 1/10th and 1/8th most of the time for now, and since 1/8th is expensive to run/maintain etc I don't want to be going broke trying to run a third vehicle all the time................

I'll still be coming back to this thread checking up on who's pissing off the Coyotemiester as well as how many people WC keeps pissing off :D

Wild Cherry 07-15-2012 10:27 AM


Originally Posted by ilanstylz (Post 10976222)
I'm going to be replacing all my bearings with Avid as soon as I tear it down and redo everything and clean it up.

I'm also taking a break from 4x4 sct's, I want to concentrate more on my buggies. Now that my track is going to be allowing 1/8th buggies I'm going to be running both my 1/10th and 1/8th most of the time for now, and since 1/8th is expensive to run/maintain etc I don't want to be going broke trying to run a third vehicle all the time................

I'll still be coming back to this thread checking up on who's pissing off the Coyotemiester as well as how many people WC keeps pissing off :D


Same for me , just the buggy for a while till I get the itch to run the Sc again ....

Think another week and I will start racing the 4x4..


Anyone that has to get P.O.over a R/c car needs to

JUST CALM DOWN :nod::D

MarqueeRc 07-15-2012 10:44 AM


Originally Posted by JEFFs SC10 (Post 10976026)
Steve Hartson, Kody Numedahl, Ty Tessman, Max Flurer and BK run the 4x4 sc10 but since Cav and Maifield don't run that class now AE is backing away from that class?

Bass Ackward logic much?

I agree that AE doesn't come in this thread and chat because of numbskulls like Coyote.

I'm sure BK is too busy to deal with this, but it would be cool if he actually gave some tips.


+100!:eek: That dude needs to punch himself extremely hard, than get a Japanese massage!:tire::lol:

Here is just a little clip where Mayfield speaks about this truck;
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fv-PlwbKWig

I concur with Field's assessment, that it's overall, a good truck. It's undeniable durability and adjustability with a design like none other, are all facets of why i like this truck. I just see a ton of potential on this "against the norm", platform. Also, there instances in many high level, 1/1 scale racing classes when a new design/chassis/platform is brought to the scene, it takes a while for good setup's to catch up with the technology of the new vehicle. Often , those teams eventually improve and go on to be successful with the new radical design, that than all others try to emulate, b/c there older design is effectively out- dated, ala, f1 racing.

Arakon 07-15-2012 10:55 AM


Originally Posted by CoyoteSlash (Post 10975140)
I just don't know how you guys are doing that. I cartwheel down the hill (track's uphill/downhill on 50% of it) and do stupid trick jumps with mine and i've never bent that screw. Have no clue how you guys are going threw them like that. :confused:

I have no idea how it happens, but I went through 3 screws before I decided to just keep the bent screw, since it won't survive 2 batteries before it is bent again.

alphaqupsuka 07-15-2012 11:08 AM


Originally Posted by BorackBasher (Post 10975089)
went to the track again today to do more testing.. i went to 7k in the rear instead of 5k.. left the front with 20k.. the truck felt more consistent coming into the triple.. with only 7mm on the inner ballstud.. i will probably bump it up to 8mm tomorrow. overall the truck felt decent today. has anyone have issues bending the front chassis brace screw? kinda random question but ive bent that screw like 5 times!:confused:

I've never even see that screw bent on anyone's truck not just my own. Regarding the 7mm, that is where I am currently at as well and wondered how many you can get. I've seen people say 7mm and 8mm to keep the ball stud threading the metal. I also want to ask if people are using thread lock under the spacers.

BorackBasher 07-15-2012 11:21 AM


Originally Posted by Arakon (Post 10976321)
I have no idea how it happens, but I went through 3 screws before I decided to just keep the bent screw, since it won't survive 2 batteries before it is bent again.

wow okay well its just not me then.. sigh of relief.. but im so anal about my truck that i will replace it when it bends but the current screw i have in now is straight with a counter sink washer under it.. fingers crossed that it wont bend today during racing.. put it threw a good bash test yesterday and it didnt bend! but today is a different day...

BorackBasher 07-15-2012 11:23 AM


Originally Posted by SAMCRO (Post 10976150)
I just got a new XP servo for the truck. The futaba servo horn doesn't fit down on the servo very well. Is there a different horn that works better or do you just use the stock one that comes with the xp servo?

i also run the xp1313.. i used the F horn that came with the kit.. fits perfect.

Wild Cherry 07-15-2012 11:25 AM


Originally Posted by alphaqupsuka (Post 10976352)
I've never even see that screw bent on anyone's truck not just my own. Regarding the 7mm, that is where I am currently at as well and wondered how many you can get. I've seen people say 7mm and 8mm to keep the ball stud threading the metal. I also want to ask if people are using thread lock under the spacers.



Happens when the truck gets a lawn dart landing ..
Yesterday saw a guy snap it clean off ...
Trcr has a big jump , if you land short ?

you nose it into the backside of jump

Trcr clay is just as hard concrete.:deathstar

U feel a big thump on the drivers stand when it happens..

alphaqupsuka 07-15-2012 11:32 AM


Originally Posted by Wild Cherry (Post 10976394)
Happens when the truck gets a lawn dart landing ..
Yesterday saw a guy snap it clean off ...
Trcr has a big jump , if you land short ?

you nose it into the backside of jump

Trcr clay is just as hard concrete.:deathstar

U feel a big thump on the drivers stand when it happens..

I am sure it's a matter of time for me then! I see much more losi currently on the track so don't get to the see a lot of sc10 failures.

CraigMBA 07-15-2012 11:34 AM


Originally Posted by Arakon (Post 10976321)
I have no idea how it happens, but I went through 3 screws before I decided to just keep the bent screw, since it won't survive 2 batteries before it is bent again.

Coming up short on the big triple one time is enough for me to bend one. I made it better by taking the spacer out of the chassis and grinding the boss flat. That lets you lower the pivot ball and use a shorter screw, lessening the bending load on the screw.

Seems like it helped, and the price was right, but some of the more useless users on this thread won't approve because it involves sandpaper.:flaming:



Originally Posted by samuelsonmark71 (Post 10976145)
So here is a question I've been pondering lately. If the SC10 4x4 is having such weight issues outside, why aren't more people running dual shorty packs? Adds more run time as well as weight. Is the fit that bad or what is it? Just thinking out loud really

Because where you put the weight is as important as how much weight you add. Dual short batteries add a about 150 grams, but they do it in the middle. You gain leverage the further you move the weight away from the center of the chassis.

ABN Hoosier 07-15-2012 12:37 PM


Originally Posted by CraigMBA (Post 10976414)
Because where you put the weight is as important as how much weight you add. Dual short batteries add a about 150 grams, but they do it in the middle. You gain leverage the further you move the weight away from the center of the chassis.

I know this depends on many factors, but in your opinion, on a starting setup using stick pack or saddles, what would you want your weight to be on each tire if you had say 4 little electronic scales? I see that BK has added forward weight in front of the servo. Just wondering if you suggest balanced weight between all tires, or heavier front or rear. I have a package of Jegs 1/4 ounce weights layin around...let me know.

twisted 07-15-2012 12:49 PM

i know some like to add weight to their trucks and others dont. how do you feel about adding weight to a truck that uses a 540 sized motor like the castle 1410 ?


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