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Forum: Electric Off-Road
08-28-2013, 01:24 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 6,418
Posted By MajorKong

There are physics equations for this. Maximum...

There are physics equations for this. Maximum tractive torque deals with how much torque you can put to the ground before you get wheelspin. Of course there are a lot of variables like gearing,...
Forum: Electric Off-Road
08-28-2013, 12:31 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,213
Posted By MajorKong

The MBX6 ECO doesn't have much off-power steering...

The MBX6 ECO doesn't have much off-power steering compared to other buggies. It depends on how small of a turn radius you need. I wouldn't choose it for a tight track. It's on-power steering is...
Forum: Electric Off-Road
08-25-2013, 09:31 PM
Replies: 7,533
Views: 1,284,645
Posted By MajorKong

The FTW Exabyte body for the MBX6 ECO, and the...

The FTW Exabyte body for the MBX6 ECO, and the losi 8 2.0 E Proline Bulldog will fit with a little trimming.
Forum: Electric Off-Road
08-13-2013, 09:35 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,596
Posted By MajorKong

I think you are missing your opportunity here. ...

I think you are missing your opportunity here. Add an FPV camera and market it to ski resorts for ski patrol use. Might want to put an LED light on it too for use in low visibility.
Forum: Electric Off-Road
08-09-2013, 04:04 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 992
Posted By MajorKong

I'd be more worried about the condition of the...

I'd be more worried about the condition of the RX8. The best indication to the condition of the buggy is the resistance of the drive-train and the condition of the differentials.

You should...
Forum: Electric Off-Road
08-08-2013, 01:54 PM
Replies: 7,533
Views: 1,284,645
Posted By MajorKong

How much does your buggy weigh? If your buggy...

How much does your buggy weigh? If your buggy weighs greater than 3700 grams I would go with the heaviest springs and and increase shock oil wt by about 10% from stock. Less than 3300 grams and I...
Forum: Electric Off-Road
08-08-2013, 01:46 PM
Replies: 7,533
Views: 1,284,645
Posted By MajorKong

I've broken a-arms before. But never from...

I've broken a-arms before. But never from landings.
Forum: Electric Off-Road
08-07-2013, 08:03 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 862
Posted By MajorKong

Bent a rear dogbone once against a swaybar. ...

Bent a rear dogbone once against a swaybar. Power made the rear end squat too much and the buggy wheelied on one rear wheel till I replaced the dogbone. But this was on a mini 8ight.

One of...
Forum: Electric Off-Road
08-05-2013, 04:32 PM
Replies: 3,631
Views: 946,502
Posted By MajorKong

That is exactly why the increased the center diff...

That is exactly why the increased the center diff size in the MP9. 5k oils were cooking off in longer mains. I still have that problem in my front and rear diffs. Just service them more often.
Forum: Electric Off-Road
08-05-2013, 04:21 PM
Replies: 203
Views: 51,287
Posted By MajorKong

What were your normal temps on the gen1 T8? ...

What were your normal temps on the gen1 T8?

Mine are normally 165 aftter 20+ min on the gen1 motor.
Forum: Electric Off-Road
08-05-2013, 03:54 PM
Replies: 3,631
Views: 946,502
Posted By MajorKong

It is a front/rear diff with plastic spur. Don't...

It is a front/rear diff with plastic spur. Don't think that came with the kit. Some people do it because the plastic spur is quieter. I saved about 20grams by doing the same thing.
Forum: Nitro Off-Road
08-05-2013, 02:24 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,146
Posted By MajorKong

I buy from them on occasion. Mainly wheels,...

I buy from them on occasion. Mainly wheels, tires, and inserts. Never had a problem.
Forum: Electric Off-Road
08-05-2013, 12:09 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,097
Posted By MajorKong

It'll help if you mention the vehicle you have.

It'll help if you mention the vehicle you have.
Forum: Electric Off-Road
08-05-2013, 12:07 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 6,627
Posted By MajorKong

I am fine with supplying my own wheels and tires....

I am fine with supplying my own wheels and tires. But I expect a body, just because all bodies don't fit the same. The manufacturers body should set the standard for comparison and it should come...
Forum: Electric Off-Road
08-04-2013, 12:14 PM
Replies: 3,631
Views: 946,502
Posted By MajorKong

MaxAmps lipo's hold their voltage well under load...

MaxAmps lipo's hold their voltage well under load but their real capacity is going to be 5-9% less than the stated capacity.
Forum: Electric Off-Road
08-03-2013, 02:25 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,824
Posted By MajorKong

Current draw is a function of load and gearing...

Current draw is a function of load and gearing and ESC configuration. KV really doesn't mean much as long as you are prepared to gear for the desired top speed. I would choose a KV that gives you...
Forum: Electric Off-Road
08-02-2013, 08:32 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,191
Posted By MajorKong

Just throwing a 6S battery in the buggy and using...

Just throwing a 6S battery in the buggy and using the same gearing will result in about a 50% increase in current. Your motor and ESC will get very hot and you will not be able to keep the wheels on...
Forum: Electric Off-Road
08-01-2013, 05:41 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,877
Posted By MajorKong

3d printers for making parts

I am curious if anyone has tried using a 3d printer to make replacement parts. There are some instances where I think it would be very beneficial to make replacement parts of superior material. ...
Forum: Electric Off-Road
08-01-2013, 01:15 PM
Replies: 7,533
Views: 1,284,645
Posted By MajorKong

Thought I read somewhere that CSI pistons only...

Thought I read somewhere that CSI pistons only work with CSI shocks.
Forum: Electric Off-Road
07-30-2013, 10:20 PM
Replies: 3,631
Views: 946,502
Posted By MajorKong

I found the 70mm springs in several places. But...

I found the 70mm springs in several places. But no one has the 84mm springs.
Forum: Electric Off-Road
07-30-2013, 10:05 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,551
Posted By MajorKong

You shouldn't need the glitch buster if you are...

You shouldn't need the glitch buster if you are using the BEC. But you can plug the BEC into any open port/slot.
Forum: Electric Off-Road
07-30-2013, 06:30 PM
Replies: 3,631
Views: 946,502
Posted By MajorKong

nitrohouse. I buy from them sometimes. Their...

nitrohouse. I buy from them sometimes. Their USPS shipping gets to me faster than UPS.
Forum: Electric Off-Road
07-30-2013, 06:26 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 602
Posted By MajorKong

+1

+1
Forum: Electric Off-Road
07-30-2013, 12:33 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 607
Posted By MajorKong

The better way is to get an eagle tree elogger. ...

The better way is to get an eagle tree elogger. You'll know exactly how much battery you need to get you through a 10 minute main. 4300mah 4S should get you through 10 minutes. You could probably...
Forum: Radio and Electronics
07-30-2013, 08:33 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 12,984
Posted By MajorKong

Where is everyone getting the power supplies for...

Where is everyone getting the power supplies for chargers like the powerlab 8 and iCharger 4010? I'd prefer the convenience of an AC charger but they are so wimpy.
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