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Forum: Monster Trucks
07-31-2007, 04:29 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 3,032
Posted By Rowdyray

I've heard mixed reviews on the intake. The...

I've heard mixed reviews on the intake. The theory is to get cooler air forced into it as you move. But there has been no proof that it works. Others have said they get less junk stuck to it up there...
Forum: Monster Trucks
07-26-2007, 08:25 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 29,709
Posted By Rowdyray

This is something my son is considering. Here is...

This is something my son is considering. Here is the instructions to do it.

http://www.traxxas.com/support/index.php?action=artikel&cat=35&id=279

I'm wondering what the EVX-2 is capabale of.
Forum: Monster Trucks
07-26-2007, 07:49 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,285
Posted By Rowdyray

I was going to say maybe 50. But, hey that's not...

I was going to say maybe 50. But, hey that's not bad. Glad you got it where you want it to be. Looks like you're having fun.

Now get it out into the dirt and tear it up! That's what it was meant...
Forum: Rookie Zone
07-26-2007, 07:31 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 768
Posted By Rowdyray

I'm not sure where to start. Break-in is not...

I'm not sure where to start. Break-in is not achieved in three tanks!

I don't care what method you use. Most engines don't even show you their true potential until about a gallon has been run...
Forum: Rookie Zone
07-25-2007, 07:57 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 748
Posted By Rowdyray

That's what I have, and it's been great.

That's what I have, and it's been great.
Forum: Rookie Zone
07-22-2007, 03:26 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 797
Posted By Rowdyray

Well, I have the Jr XS3. It'll do up to 10....

Well, I have the Jr XS3. It'll do up to 10. Synth. FM, and works well. Haven't Looked up your model, but rec. may even work with the xr3.

If you are racing, then I've heard real good things about...
Forum: Nitro Off-Road
06-30-2007, 08:48 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,832
Posted By Rowdyray

I just tighten them as tight as I can by hand....

I just tighten them as tight as I can by hand. You can use pliers and such, but then you run the risk of crushing the seal, which defeats the purpose and/or strip the threads.
Forum: Nitro Off-Road
06-30-2007, 07:16 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,832
Posted By Rowdyray

Telephone poles and mailboxes. LOL. ...

Telephone poles and mailboxes. LOL.

Seriously, they're pretty durable. The rear shock tower is vulnerable if you're not running the body on it. The body really does prevent a lot of breakage.
...
Forum: Nitro Off-Road
06-06-2007, 04:11 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 23,973
Posted By Rowdyray

That may be true, but I figured it wouldn't hurt...

That may be true, but I figured it wouldn't hurt for $40.00.

Yes you can tune by smoke and ear with practice. Until recently, I've never used one all these years, but when you first start out...
Forum: Nitro Off-Road
06-03-2007, 04:06 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 23,973
Posted By Rowdyray

I was looking for a temp gun aout a year ago. My...

I was looking for a temp gun aout a year ago. My son and several friends bought cheapos that never did live up to their expectations. I won't name names.

At the time a lot of people were talking...
Forum: RC Flight
05-28-2007, 08:55 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,385
Posted By Rowdyray

Lol. They are pretty cool aren't they? I know...

Lol. They are pretty cool aren't they? I know kinda cheap, but both my sons have them and several brothers. One bother has a huge basement, and we fly them over there.

Once you get the hang of...
Forum: Electric Off-Road
05-18-2007, 12:54 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,195
Posted By Rowdyray

It sounds to me like an air leak. This usually...

It sounds to me like an air leak. This usually causes the irratic tuning issues, and a lean/hot engine. Not sure if there is a "sealing an engine" thread, someone else may know of a step by step one...
Forum: Rookie Zone
05-18-2007, 12:17 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 875
Posted By Rowdyray

The nut is actually unscrewing itself. It is...

The nut is actually unscrewing itself. It is supposed to be a lock nut. There should be some nylon/plastic near the outer edge of it that should keep it from doing this.

Try a new nut, or use a...
Forum: Rookie Zone
05-14-2007, 07:41 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 617
Posted By Rowdyray

Spoken by the guy who knows nothing, but posts on...

Spoken by the guy who knows nothing, but posts on everything.

I've run gallons of Blue Thunder through engines, as have many of my friends. There is nothing wrong with it. Mostly user error and...
Forum: Monster Trucks
05-13-2007, 07:47 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,848
Posted By Rowdyray

Lol. Sounds about right.

Lol. Sounds about right.
Forum: Rookie Zone
05-13-2007, 03:35 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,165
Posted By Rowdyray

That's a great starter, and you'll have plenty of...

That's a great starter, and you'll have plenty of opportunities to tear it apart when you muck something up. You'll know it inside and out, soon enough.
Forum: Rookie Zone
05-13-2007, 03:32 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 710
Posted By Rowdyray

Plugging the exhaust is an acceptable way of...

Plugging the exhaust is an acceptable way of killing the engine. Just don't burn a finger. Pinching the fuel line also works.
Forum: Rookie Zone
05-12-2007, 02:39 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 746
Posted By Rowdyray

That's not a bad price for everything if he...

That's not a bad price for everything if he shipped it for free. As for upgrades your best bet is Traxxas themselves. Try some google searches and something else might pop up. Here:
...
Forum: Monster Trucks
05-09-2007, 09:22 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,848
Posted By Rowdyray

Wolverini and cheesewhip, you both have very...

Wolverini and cheesewhip, you both have very valid points.

I am not against on-line shopping. I do it all the time. I can only get some parts that way. Here's a couple others.
...
Forum: Monster Trucks
05-08-2007, 08:33 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,848
Posted By Rowdyray

Very true. I've been going to one LHS since...

Very true.

I've been going to one LHS since the mid 80's. It's big, and has many other things besides RC. Their train and model stock is incredible. When they get real busy I help customers find...
Forum: Monster Trucks
05-08-2007, 07:35 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,848
Posted By Rowdyray

My Savage 4.6 SS did beat a Revo in a straight...

My Savage 4.6 SS did beat a Revo in a straight line race. Both stock. Neither are stock anymore and I can still walk away.

Hands down the Revo would kick my rear on a track. If I spent some money...
Forum: Monster Trucks
05-07-2007, 12:44 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,024
Posted By Rowdyray

http://www.traxxas.com/support/index.php?action=ar...

http://www.traxxas.com/support/index.php?action=artikel&cat=88&id=450
Forum: Monster Trucks
05-04-2007, 07:34 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,024
Posted By Rowdyray

Yes, that should work fine. Sounds like a battery...

Yes, that should work fine. Sounds like a battery issue.

What charger do you have for the EZ start battery? If it isn't a cheapie, it may be able to charge the hump pack with an adapter.

1:...
Forum: Monster Trucks
05-04-2007, 04:52 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,024
Posted By Rowdyray

Yes and no. I just discussed this a bit ago....

Yes and no. I just discussed this a bit ago. Here:http://www.rctech.net/forum/showthread.php?t=158113

It might help a bit more. The newer rechargeable NMH are still better than any AA. If you...
Forum: Monster Trucks
05-04-2007, 03:37 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,024
Posted By Rowdyray

Yeah, I'd fix the teeth issue. The steering servo...

Yeah, I'd fix the teeth issue. The steering servo can be from several things. Are you using regular AA batteries in the truck, or are you using a rechargeable hump pack?

If getting a hump pack is...
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