261LikesTraxxas 4Tec2.0 Ford GT...this thing is awesome!
08-20-2019, 08:59 AM
#392
Has anyone played with diff oils anymore? Went through the whole thread and saw a quick mention of experimenting but that’s it. I will be running on outdoor asphalt in brushed spec class. Stock it feels like the diffs are packed solid with grease and seems like it won’t rotate well in corners or slingshot out of them. Also any starting point with shock oils to! I am going to get the droop screws for sure when I pull it apart to clean bearings.
08-20-2019, 09:14 PM
#393
Has anyone played with diff oils anymore? Went through the whole thread and saw a quick mention of experimenting but that’s it. I will be running on outdoor asphalt in brushed spec class. Stock it feels like the diffs are packed solid with grease and seems like it won’t rotate well in corners or slingshot out of them. Also any starting point with shock oils to! I am going to get the droop screws for sure when I pull it apart to clean bearings.
Currently I'm working with AE 7k/5k front and rear, respectively. Car does seem much better. It does slide a lot, which frustrates me, no clue why yet. I run in an unprepared, seal-coated parking garage.
08-23-2019, 10:29 AM
#394
Hey guys, I am thinking of picking up a 4-Tec 2.0 VXL as a neighborhood fun car / racer
What are the differences between the 4-Tec and the 4-Tec VXL? Would I be better off buying the brushed setup for $150 less and buying my own brushless motor/ESC combo?
Or is there enough upgrades to make the VXL worth the extra $150?
Also, I'm surprised there isn't a bigger following for this car since it's a Traxxas ...
What are the differences between the 4-Tec and the 4-Tec VXL? Would I be better off buying the brushed setup for $150 less and buying my own brushless motor/ESC combo?
Or is there enough upgrades to make the VXL worth the extra $150?
Also, I'm surprised there isn't a bigger following for this car since it's a Traxxas ...
08-23-2019, 10:47 AM
#395
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Hey guys, I am thinking of picking up a 4-Tec 2.0 VXL as a neighborhood fun car / racer
What are the differences between the 4-Tec and the 4-Tec VXL? Would I be better off buying the brushed setup for $150 less and buying my own brushless motor/ESC combo?
Or is there enough upgrades to make the VXL worth the extra $150?
Also, I'm surprised there isn't a bigger following for this car since it's a Traxxas ...
What are the differences between the 4-Tec and the 4-Tec VXL? Would I be better off buying the brushed setup for $150 less and buying my own brushless motor/ESC combo?
Or is there enough upgrades to make the VXL worth the extra $150?
Also, I'm surprised there isn't a bigger following for this car since it's a Traxxas ...
08-23-2019, 11:29 AM
#396
Hey guys, I am thinking of picking up a 4-Tec 2.0 VXL as a neighborhood fun car / racer
What are the differences between the 4-Tec and the 4-Tec VXL? Would I be better off buying the brushed setup for $150 less and buying my own brushless motor/ESC combo?
Or is there enough upgrades to make the VXL worth the extra $150?
Also, I'm surprised there isn't a bigger following for this car since it's a Traxxas ...
What are the differences between the 4-Tec and the 4-Tec VXL? Would I be better off buying the brushed setup for $150 less and buying my own brushless motor/ESC combo?
Or is there enough upgrades to make the VXL worth the extra $150?
Also, I'm surprised there isn't a bigger following for this car since it's a Traxxas ...
Plastic links, 12t Titan, XL-5. Brushed model is perfect for just cruising around the neighborhood. Toss a 29t pinion in it and it is fast enough to be enjoyable. This model can be bought with a body, Mustang GT or Ford GT.
4Tec VXL:
Adjustable steel toe and camber links, VXL-3s brushless system. Without changing the gearing and throwing a 3s lipo in it, it will drive very similar to the brushed model, but quicker. Does not come with a body. Has TSM transmitter.
If I did it all over again, I'd buy the VXL.
08-23-2019, 07:19 PM
#397
Has anyone played with diff oils anymore? Went through the whole thread and saw a quick mention of experimenting but that’s it. I will be running on outdoor asphalt in brushed spec class. Stock it feels like the diffs are packed solid with grease and seems like it won’t rotate well in corners or slingshot out of them. Also any starting point with shock oils to! I am going to get the droop screws for sure when I pull it apart to clean bearings.
08-23-2019, 10:02 PM
#399
Tech Rookie
Please suggest upgrade options for my Ford GT
Hey guys!
Could you please suggest setup for my Ford GT 4 Tec 2.0 to reach max speed using 3s. Currently I am running :
HOBBYWING EZRUN MAX10 60A 2-3S +
Speed Passion Competition Version 3.0S 3500KV Sensorless
35 pin, spur 55.
Nothing else has been changed or tuned.
Max speed which I can reach is
~70mph, but not beyond 70.
I will order tires from rcplanet, if you could, please paste links to the suggested items from this store or any available. Much appreciated.
Please don't suggest me any other models, since I love my 4 Tec 2.0 because of its size. I am interested only in onroad and don't suggest me xo1 cuz it's big and I don't like it.
Could you please suggest setup for my Ford GT 4 Tec 2.0 to reach max speed using 3s. Currently I am running :
HOBBYWING EZRUN MAX10 60A 2-3S +
Speed Passion Competition Version 3.0S 3500KV Sensorless
35 pin, spur 55.
Nothing else has been changed or tuned.
Max speed which I can reach is
~70mph, but not beyond 70.
I will order tires from rcplanet, if you could, please paste links to the suggested items from this store or any available. Much appreciated.
Please don't suggest me any other models, since I love my 4 Tec 2.0 because of its size. I am interested only in onroad and don't suggest me xo1 cuz it's big and I don't like it.
08-24-2019, 04:41 AM
#401
Tech Rookie
Please suggest upgrade options for my Ford GT
Hey guys!
Could you please suggest setup for my Ford GT 4 Tec 2.0 to reach max speed using 3s. Currently I am running :
HOBBYWING EZRUN MAX10 60A 2-3S +
Speed Passion Competition Version 3.0S 3500KV Sensorless
35 pin, spur 55.
Nothing else has been changed or tuned. Max speed which I can reach is
~70mph, but not beyond 70.
Please don't suggest me any other models, since I love my 4 Tec 2.0 because of its size. I am interested only in onroad and don't suggest me xo1 cuz it's big and I don't like it.
Could you please suggest setup for my Ford GT 4 Tec 2.0 to reach max speed using 3s. Currently I am running :
HOBBYWING EZRUN MAX10 60A 2-3S +
Speed Passion Competition Version 3.0S 3500KV Sensorless
35 pin, spur 55.
Nothing else has been changed or tuned. Max speed which I can reach is
~70mph, but not beyond 70.
Please don't suggest me any other models, since I love my 4 Tec 2.0 because of its size. I am interested only in onroad and don't suggest me xo1 cuz it's big and I don't like it.
08-24-2019, 07:08 AM
#402
Looks great! Bunch of guys in a garage having some RC fun sounds like a good time all around to me!
08-24-2019, 12:01 PM
#403
Tech Rookie
Traxxas 4Tec2 0 Ford GT this thing is awesome
If you are using a PC power supply for 5V, I would be careful and read the ratings.
PC power supplies are great for 12V power but dont usually supply much amperage for 5V.
Almost everything on the PC that requires power uses 12V, like hard drives/dvd/fans etc etc.
PC power supplies are great for 12V power but dont usually supply much amperage for 5V.
Almost everything on the PC that requires power uses 12V, like hard drives/dvd/fans etc etc.
08-28-2019, 09:24 AM
#405
Are there any pre-cut bodies that will fit this chassis other than what Traxxas offers (i.e. Ford GT, Mustang, Cadillac CTS-V)?
I guess I could go through the motions of cutting/painting a body, but it took me a while just to get one done, and I’d prefer to just buy one all done.
I'm looking for a sports car racing type body like any of these:
I guess I could go through the motions of cutting/painting a body, but it took me a while just to get one done, and I’d prefer to just buy one all done.
I'm looking for a sports car racing type body like any of these:
