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Jcdeme
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Default WTS: HPI FireStorm Brushless 1/10 Stadium Truck (Fully Hopped Up + Castle SideWinder)

Letting go of this speedy and fun truck to make room for new 4WD 1/8 buggy and to concentrate on the rest of my trucks. The FireStorm has been set up for 3S Lipo (takes 2S as well of course). This truck is a blast to drive and bash. Wonderful ride. Tremendous amount of power and torque. Wheelies on demand but if you control the throttle, it’ll accelerate to top speed in a blink of an eye thanks to the Castle brushless system.

Guaranteed to leave a grin when you throttle it. Been doing backyard bashing mainly (on dry grass and tarmac usually). As you can tell from the pics, condition is really good. Comes with 10 LEDs to light up the night (1 red rear LED needs to be replaced though)! Lots of spares available. Shell’s been bashed but it’s still a beauty as shown in pc. Scratches on under carriage (what’s new?) But all these won’t won’t affect the performance at all . Picture shows my first set of tires on the truck so you can guess how much mileage this truck has seen. Upgraded with lots of Blitz Pro parts. Fully hopped up such that you can relax and just play.

I can sell it ARTR or if you need Rx/Tx, just need to top up a bit more.

For those who need more info, I’ve tried to be comprehensive and compiled them here. You can’t believe the amount of money that had gone into the truck:

ORIGINAL TRUCK:
http://www.hpiracing.com/kitinfo/104703/

ELECTRONICS
 Castle Creations Sidewinder Sv2 1/10 12V Sport ESC/Motor Combo w/Neu-Castle 1406 (4600kV) - US$129.99, 40% more powerful than the previous version. 4 pole motor for awesome torque. Best upgrade for 2WD 1/10 vehicles. Runs cool despite the 3S power. http://www.castlecreations.com/produ...inder_sv2.html

 HPI SF-50 High torque metal gear servo (US$ 94 - High torque replacement servo. Tough metal output gear. 6V, 0.18 sec. 12kg/cm) http://www.hpiracing.com/products/en/102777/

SPECIAL HOP-UPS INCLUDE
 Hpi Universal Drive shaft for firestorm (US$49 – More efficient power transmission, extra strength + durability, fully rebuildable, http://www.hpiracing.com/products/en/100605/

 HPI High Performance Ball End Set (White) (Blitz ESE) – US$7, stiffer composite parts enhances performance. http://www.hpiracing.com/products/en/104651/

 RC screwz stainless screws set (US$27.95) – far superior to the stock set. No more bent, rusted or corroded screws. http://www.rcscrewz.com/product_info...ts_id/3011?SID

 Traxxas All-Star 2.8" Black Chrome Wheels (4) US$17.58 http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXSHC4

 ST Racing Concepts Upper Shock Cap (Gun Metal) (4) US$11.75 – increases durability of the truck. Machined with grips for easier assembly and prevent slipping due to oil. Truck comes with Traxxas ultra shocks as well. http://www.amainhobbies.com/product_...ap-Gun-Metal-4

 Lunsford 3mm x 2 3/4" "Punisher Plus" Titanium Turnbuckle Kit w/Ball Cups (2) US$11.25 – CNC machined. High grade titanium. Eliminates weight without sacrificing strength. http://www.amainhobbies.com/product_...-w-Ball-Cups-2

 Lunsford 2 3/4" Titanium Turnbuckles (4) US$17.49 http://www.amainhobbies.com/product_...-Turnbuckles-4

 Traxxas Progressive Rate Rear Shock Springs (White) (2) US$5.99 - http://www.amainhobbies.com/product_...prings-White-2

 ST Racing Concepts CNC Machined Aluminum Front Suspension Brace (Gun Metal) US$6.39 – Huge durability improvement over the stock piece. Adds strength to front suspension. Takes tons of abuse. http://www.amainhobbies.com/product_...race-Gun-Metal

 ST Racing Concepts CNC Machined Aluminum Finned Motor Mount (Gun Metal) US$10.49 – More cooling for motor. Machined with longer motor screw slots to allow for taller gearing ratios. Ideal for brushless motors. http://www.amainhobbies.com/product_...ount-Gun-Metal

 ST Racing Concepts CNC Machined Aluminum HD Front Bulkhead (Gun Metal) US$12.75 – High grade aluminum increases durability of the front suspension. http://www.amainhobbies.com/product_...head-Gun-Metal

 HPI Light Weight Aluminum Slipper Carrier Set US$12.49 - High performance option part. Precision milled from aluminum for decreased rotating mass and quicker throttle response. http://www.hpiracing.com/press/104136.html

 HPI High Performance Shock Tower Set (White) (Blitz ESE) US$10.99 – Stiffer composite parts. Enhances performance and style of your truck. http://www.hpiracing.com/products/en/104653/,

 HPI Battery Brace Set (White) (Blitz ESE) US$7.29 – High performance replacement. http://www.hpiracing.com/products/en/104654/

 HPI High Performance Suspension Mount Set (White) (Blitz ESE) US$8.25 – Stiffer composite parts. http://www.hpiracing.com/products/en/104656/

 HPI Servo Mount Set (White) (Blitz ESE) US$4.59 – Stiffer composite parts. http://www.hpiracing.com/products/en/104658/

 HPI High Performance Upper Brace Set (White) (Blitz ESE) US$13.75 – Stiffer composite parts. http://www.hpiracing.com/products/en/104667/

 Pro-Line 30 Series Dirt Hawg 2.8 Tire (2) US$32 – ultimate oversized yet low profile look. Designed for rapid response. Works best on multiple surfaces like grass, dirt, asphalt. All terrain. Perfect for bashing.http://prolineracing.com/tires/dirt-...n-truck-tires/

 RPM Front A-arm set US$13.49 – Stronger, slop free. Nothing beats RPM for strength and durability.
 RPM rear A-arm set (US$10.99) http://www.amainhobbies.com/product_...ms-Black-Blitz

 RPM Extra Wide Front Bumper (Black) US$8.25 – extra wide, extra protection. Handles serious abuses. Able to absorb brutal impacts without transferring the shock of the impact to more fragile areas of the vehicle. http://www.amainhobbies.com/product_...t-Bumper-Black

 RPM rear axle carrier US$9.99 – RPM bearing carriers uses a bigger bearing. Smoother action. Added strength and bearing load. Bullet proof nylon. http://www.amainhobbies.com/product_...aring-Carriers

 RPM front in-line steering block US$10.99 – twice the muscle as the standard parts! Increased durability and performance! http://www.amainhobbies.com/product_...ks-Black-Blitz

 T-bone racing rear wheelie bumper US$20.95 – Original truck don’t come with a wheelie bar. This truck does. And it’s a whole lot more fun. http://stores.ebay.com/TBR-bumpers/H..._fsub=21273007
SPARES
Among the spares you will be getting include:
1. 100319 Front Bulkhead Set
2. 103373 Blitz Gear 88 Tooth
3. Plus the parts you see in the picture (Stand not included. Tx/Rx & batteries are optional extra)

A new FireStorm @ TaiSing would have cost you S$549. Hop-ups + Spares cost more than US$560. But like the norm in this hobby, letting go all the above for just $400.

This truck is ARTR. Here’s what you need to get going:
1. Radio + Receiver
2. 2S-3S Lipo Battery
If you need a 2.4 Ghz Tx+Rx, I’ve a Sanwa MX3-FHSS that I can include for another $100 more.

I can sell you 2 pcs 3S batteries for another $120 [Venom Power 11.1V 5000mAh - 3S1P, 380gm, 35c discharge (50C Burst) – less than 20 cycles]. Well balanced. Can show you on my battery tester before u accept.

Everything is set up now so you can even test drive it before confirming.

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Last edited by Jcdeme; 10-05-2011 at 04:53 AM. Reason: Price lowered to clear. Truck+Tx & Rx Combo now $500. Just the truggy $400. Perfect for upgraders. Only need batt for fun!
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