17LikesTekno SCT410 Thread
04-28-2013 | 06:47 PM
#9241
04-28-2013 | 06:50 PM
#9242
04-28-2013 | 07:23 PM
#9243
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Hey buddy let me give you some advise, as I'm also fairly novice, and until I built my SCT410 I had only build one other kit (an RC10T when I was 13 years old):
1. If you can put together a decent-sized lego set, you can build this truck successfully. Do NOT worry about the build. The instructions are so clear, and the bags are packed so nice, a kid can build it (seriously).
2. Get good batteries, and get 6000+ mAh. I went with lower, cheaper batteries, and it was just a waste of my money. With those, plus the new batteris I have, I coulda bought the most expensive packs the first time and spend the same...don't make the same mistake I made. I run these now and I'm super happy: http://www.smc-racing.net/index.php?...product_id=115 (currently out of stock, but there are 2 other nearly identical packs from other brands at the same price point, check my posts on this thread, on one I posted links to all 3.)
3. The HW setup is awesome. I suggest 4700, only cause that's what I have and it rips.
I'll be honest with you, I wish I would have spent the extra $150 and went RX8+4300HD tekin setup. Once you're out there, you want the only limiting factor to be you. Once you get better, you'll want the best, so there's really no reason (other than money) to not get the best right away.
Hope this helps.
Joey
1. If you can put together a decent-sized lego set, you can build this truck successfully. Do NOT worry about the build. The instructions are so clear, and the bags are packed so nice, a kid can build it (seriously).
2. Get good batteries, and get 6000+ mAh. I went with lower, cheaper batteries, and it was just a waste of my money. With those, plus the new batteris I have, I coulda bought the most expensive packs the first time and spend the same...don't make the same mistake I made. I run these now and I'm super happy: http://www.smc-racing.net/index.php?...product_id=115 (currently out of stock, but there are 2 other nearly identical packs from other brands at the same price point, check my posts on this thread, on one I posted links to all 3.)
3. The HW setup is awesome. I suggest 4700, only cause that's what I have and it rips.
I'll be honest with you, I wish I would have spent the extra $150 and went RX8+4300HD tekin setup. Once you're out there, you want the only limiting factor to be you. Once you get better, you'll want the best, so there's really no reason (other than money) to not get the best right away.
Hope this helps.
Joey
I've never tried the 4000 but I'm running a HW 4700 and it has enough power for any track. I think if you're running on small tracks the 4000 should be fine. Our track at home has 140' front straight and the track we race on is 170' so I go with as much power as possible. I ordered one of the new Tekin HD 4300kv motors today, it's supposed to be a real beast of a motor, I can't wait!!! LOL
I will try and order it next paycheck from Tower since I can use the $50 off and should hopefully start the build whenever they get it in stock and ship it to me. I cant wait to try it out
04-28-2013 | 07:36 PM
#9244
Thanks for the replies, I love Tekin and have it in my MBX6ECO but since I havent soldered anything or wired before I figured I would start with a good but lower priced set. I may eventually end up with the Tekin but I guess I am afraid of buring out an expensive motor if I mess it up.
I will try and order it next paycheck from Tower since I can use the $50 off and should hopefully start the build whenever they get it in stock and ship it to me. I cant wait to try it out
I will try and order it next paycheck from Tower since I can use the $50 off and should hopefully start the build whenever they get it in stock and ship it to me. I cant wait to try it out
04-29-2013 | 10:39 AM
#9247
So I just used the military discount and ordered my SCT410.. What upgrades are a must right out the box? I was looking at the option parts and was planning on getting the Air guards, Steel Spur,Carbon Fiber shock towers, and the 12mm alum hex's for my tires.. Any other suggestions?
04-29-2013 | 10:46 AM
#9248
So I just used the military discount and ordered my SCT410.. What upgrades are a must right out the box? I was looking at the option parts and was planning on getting the Air guards, Steel Spur,Carbon Fiber shock towers, and the 12mm alum hex's for my tires.. Any other suggestions?
If you think you will need more snap, you could go with the other lightweight driveline components to counteract the steel spur. I run the steel spur personally and it does feel good however punchwise.
04-29-2013 | 10:51 AM
#9249
So I just used the military discount and ordered my SCT410.. What upgrades are a must right out the box? I was looking at the option parts and was planning on getting the Air guards, Steel Spur,Carbon Fiber shock towers, and the 12mm alum hex's for my tires.. Any other suggestions?
04-29-2013 | 10:53 AM
#9250
Not sure if you followed any of the posts discussing springs, etc. But assuming you can't get the Tekno springs in the weights mentioned, Hot Bodies springs fit and are a bit shorter so you can get even lower ride heights.
04-29-2013 | 11:05 AM
#9251
Now there is an interesting question not related to the motor/ESC flavor of the day!
You guys call it what you want, but I ran 4wd SCT for the last +3 years with an all carbon fiber Hyper10, and keeping the diff fluid in the gear boxes was typically a biweekly thing. I sold all my diff fluids and switched to grease, and ran the last +1 year with never having to add any...Loved the neutral feel, and week to week consistancy. I ran a little lighter stuff in the front and rear, and a little heavier in the main diff. When a diff leaks, the fluid goes into one of the outer bearings and can cause it to slow on that side negating traction and other wierd things.
Now since I sold that truck and switched to the Tekno, I kept with my thinking. I figured the Tekno would have better tolerances and such, but I didn't have any diff fluids anymore, and didn't feel like buying any, nor goofing around with them...Sorry manufacuturer's...(bet if this gets out prices drop on diff fluid) And I once again put grease in the diffs...Well, the trucks worst finish to date is 2nd place, and its very consistant.
You guys call it what you want, but I ran 4wd SCT for the last +3 years with an all carbon fiber Hyper10, and keeping the diff fluid in the gear boxes was typically a biweekly thing. I sold all my diff fluids and switched to grease, and ran the last +1 year with never having to add any...Loved the neutral feel, and week to week consistancy. I ran a little lighter stuff in the front and rear, and a little heavier in the main diff. When a diff leaks, the fluid goes into one of the outer bearings and can cause it to slow on that side negating traction and other wierd things.
Now since I sold that truck and switched to the Tekno, I kept with my thinking. I figured the Tekno would have better tolerances and such, but I didn't have any diff fluids anymore, and didn't feel like buying any, nor goofing around with them...Sorry manufacuturer's...(bet if this gets out prices drop on diff fluid) And I once again put grease in the diffs...Well, the trucks worst finish to date is 2nd place, and its very consistant.
04-29-2013 | 11:26 AM
#9252
Any update on spring kit options for these?
I read on another site that the SC10 4x4 springs are 65mm and 74mm, in which case they'd work, although one guy on here said they were too long, so I don't know what to think.
Tekno springs are 65-70mm and 80-85mm.
I prefer the longest springs that work as I feel they keep the shaft straighter and less likely to cause oring leaks, but experimenting with single Tekno springs looks pricy. Sucks as I had both spring kits earlier but sold it with my sc10.
I read on another site that the SC10 4x4 springs are 65mm and 74mm, in which case they'd work, although one guy on here said they were too long, so I don't know what to think.
Tekno springs are 65-70mm and 80-85mm.
I prefer the longest springs that work as I feel they keep the shaft straighter and less likely to cause oring leaks, but experimenting with single Tekno springs looks pricy. Sucks as I had both spring kits earlier but sold it with my sc10.
04-29-2013 | 11:53 AM
#9253
Now there is an interesting question not related to the motor/ESC flavor of the day!
You guys call it what you want, but I ran 4wd SCT for the last +3 years with an all carbon fiber Hyper10, and keeping the diff fluid in the gear boxes was typically a biweekly thing. I sold all my diff fluids and switched to grease, and ran the last +1 year with never having to add any...Loved the neutral feel, and week to week consistancy. I ran a little lighter stuff in the front and rear, and a little heavier in the main diff. When a diff leaks, the fluid goes into one of the outer bearings and can cause it to slow on that side negating traction and other wierd things.
Now since I sold that truck and switched to the Tekno, I kept with my thinking. I figured the Tekno would have better tolerances and such, but I didn't have any diff fluids anymore, and didn't feel like buying any, nor goofing around with them...Sorry manufacuturer's...(bet if this gets out prices drop on diff fluid) And I once again put grease in the diffs...Well, the trucks worst finish to date is 2nd place, and its very consistant.
You guys call it what you want, but I ran 4wd SCT for the last +3 years with an all carbon fiber Hyper10, and keeping the diff fluid in the gear boxes was typically a biweekly thing. I sold all my diff fluids and switched to grease, and ran the last +1 year with never having to add any...Loved the neutral feel, and week to week consistancy. I ran a little lighter stuff in the front and rear, and a little heavier in the main diff. When a diff leaks, the fluid goes into one of the outer bearings and can cause it to slow on that side negating traction and other wierd things.
Now since I sold that truck and switched to the Tekno, I kept with my thinking. I figured the Tekno would have better tolerances and such, but I didn't have any diff fluids anymore, and didn't feel like buying any, nor goofing around with them...Sorry manufacuturer's...(bet if this gets out prices drop on diff fluid) And I once again put grease in the diffs...Well, the trucks worst finish to date is 2nd place, and its very consistant.
04-29-2013 | 11:56 AM
#9254
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Now there is an interesting question not related to the motor/ESC flavor of the day!
You guys call it what you want, but I ran 4wd SCT for the last +3 years with an all carbon fiber Hyper10, and keeping the diff fluid in the gear boxes was typically a biweekly thing. I sold all my diff fluids and switched to grease, and ran the last +1 year with never having to add any...Loved the neutral feel, and week to week consistancy. I ran a little lighter stuff in the front and rear, and a little heavier in the main diff. When a diff leaks, the fluid goes into one of the outer bearings and can cause it to slow on that side negating traction and other wierd things.
Now since I sold that truck and switched to the Tekno, I kept with my thinking. I figured the Tekno would have better tolerances and such, but I didn't have any diff fluids anymore, and didn't feel like buying any, nor goofing around with them...Sorry manufacuturer's...(bet if this gets out prices drop on diff fluid) And I once again put grease in the diffs...Well, the trucks worst finish to date is 2nd place, and its very consistant.
You guys call it what you want, but I ran 4wd SCT for the last +3 years with an all carbon fiber Hyper10, and keeping the diff fluid in the gear boxes was typically a biweekly thing. I sold all my diff fluids and switched to grease, and ran the last +1 year with never having to add any...Loved the neutral feel, and week to week consistancy. I ran a little lighter stuff in the front and rear, and a little heavier in the main diff. When a diff leaks, the fluid goes into one of the outer bearings and can cause it to slow on that side negating traction and other wierd things.
Now since I sold that truck and switched to the Tekno, I kept with my thinking. I figured the Tekno would have better tolerances and such, but I didn't have any diff fluids anymore, and didn't feel like buying any, nor goofing around with them...Sorry manufacuturer's...(bet if this gets out prices drop on diff fluid) And I once again put grease in the diffs...Well, the trucks worst finish to date is 2nd place, and its very consistant.
The negative to this, which was pointed out earlier, is that you're removing a tuning option when you go this route. A quick change to thinner rear diff fluid when going from high traction to lower traction can really lock the rear of the truck in.
04-29-2013 | 11:59 AM
#9255
doesn't one of the big companies make diff grease that has different ratings etc? I seem to remember that being a popular option for some with the SC10 4x4 since its diffs didn't seal that good?