12LikesTekno NB48
06-06-2014 | 12:41 PM
#1516
I have a JConcepts Finnisher for the EB48 being painted right now.....looks really nice in the photos on their site.
http://www.jconcepts.net/store/index...roducts_id=684
Then there's also the ProLine body that apparently is nearing production.....honestly, I think the Finnisher looks better.
http://rcnewz.com/?p=14757
http://www.jconcepts.net/store/index...roducts_id=684
Then there's also the ProLine body that apparently is nearing production.....honestly, I think the Finnisher looks better.
http://rcnewz.com/?p=14757
Yes the FTW x ray body fits and there is a FTW NB48 coming out soon it was tested a few weeks ago at a large event plus there is the stock body but not many others fit correctly
So limited to choose from right now.
06-06-2014 | 01:15 PM
#1518
He is talking about body's for the NB48 not electric buddy
Yes the FTW x ray body fits and there is a FTW NB48 coming out soon it was tested a few weeks ago at a large event plus there is the stock body but not many others fit correctly
So limited to choose from right now.
Yes the FTW x ray body fits and there is a FTW NB48 coming out soon it was tested a few weeks ago at a large event plus there is the stock body but not many others fit correctly
So limited to choose from right now.
06-07-2014 | 11:49 PM
#1521
Tech Adept
Joined: Jul 2013
Posts: 203
From: Melvin,IL
4th race with the car and I finish 4th after starting 8th at the Prairieland shootout at Leisure Hours Raceway in Joliet,IL.
Downside is I did end up bending the rear center drive shaft. I was able to bend it back. I only run one brace in the rear which is the long one so Im thinking that I will put the short one back in and run two and see how the handling changes.
The car is getting noticed by a few people at the track and they like what they see so hopefully I can gain a couple of people this year. They already know the positive rep the EB48 has so seeing the NB out there is peaking more interest.
Downside is I did end up bending the rear center drive shaft. I was able to bend it back. I only run one brace in the rear which is the long one so Im thinking that I will put the short one back in and run two and see how the handling changes.
The car is getting noticed by a few people at the track and they like what they see so hopefully I can gain a couple of people this year. They already know the positive rep the EB48 has so seeing the NB out there is peaking more interest.
06-08-2014 | 12:58 AM
#1522
Tech Regular
Joined: Apr 2009
Posts: 422
While I haven't seen the center rear driveshaft on the NB48, I know that on the JQ these things are always bending. On thing that has been talked about and seems to work id grinding the tips of the dogbone flat. So taking 1mm or so material off the end and making it more flat. I don't know if the end of the driveshaft is a perfect ball or not as I don't have my NT48 in front of me, but it might be a possibility that it can be ground flat a bit.. Also adding 1 - 2 mm of fuel line into the cups helps cushion it.
Well after looking it up, the pictures appear to show that it is already pretty flat...
Well after looking it up, the pictures appear to show that it is already pretty flat...
06-08-2014 | 10:06 AM
#1524
Tech Master
iTrader: (33)
Joined: May 2003
Posts: 1,486
From: Greenville, SC
Had an awesome day with the EB48 at a big race at the local track and the NB48 is coming around. When I picked it up NB48 a little over a month ago, I launched right in to Ramos's setup. It is pretty solid, but pushed real hard the way I drive. I heard good things about box stock, so decided to give it a overhaul since I had it completely torn down. Not a huge surprise, it's actually quite good! After just a quick tank at practice mid week (only had limited time), I fine tuned a few things.
I'm not only stacked up against a small handful of great local Tekno drivers (brand is still growing), but up against team drivers from Kyosho and a whole army of Mugen sponsored drivers. I need it to remain nimble and agile, especially in the very sharp corners we have. Using box setup, I have made a few adjustments that immediately helped out a bit to give a little slide in the rear to get around the corners faster. Using losi oils, I went to 42.5 in the front and 37.5 in the rear instead (85-95 degree heat). I shorted the rear link to the 'c' position. This was an immediate improvement, decreased the pushing, and allowed for much faster cornering.
I am narrowing the gap in feel between the EB48 and NB48, which is my ultimate goal.
Almost 16 hours at the track, almost 180 minutes running. Good day!
I'm not only stacked up against a small handful of great local Tekno drivers (brand is still growing), but up against team drivers from Kyosho and a whole army of Mugen sponsored drivers. I need it to remain nimble and agile, especially in the very sharp corners we have. Using box setup, I have made a few adjustments that immediately helped out a bit to give a little slide in the rear to get around the corners faster. Using losi oils, I went to 42.5 in the front and 37.5 in the rear instead (85-95 degree heat). I shorted the rear link to the 'c' position. This was an immediate improvement, decreased the pushing, and allowed for much faster cornering.
I am narrowing the gap in feel between the EB48 and NB48, which is my ultimate goal.
Almost 16 hours at the track, almost 180 minutes running. Good day!
06-08-2014 | 03:14 PM
#1525
Hi everyone,
Glad to see some progress and success out there. There were a lot of races this weekend here and abroad and the results were very good as far as handling, durability, and a few podiums.
We hope to have a couple more setup sheets posted in the near future after we digest the AMS race and others. Thanks for posting and keeping the thread moving in a positive direction. See you at the races!
Glad to see some progress and success out there. There were a lot of races this weekend here and abroad and the results were very good as far as handling, durability, and a few podiums.
We hope to have a couple more setup sheets posted in the near future after we digest the AMS race and others. Thanks for posting and keeping the thread moving in a positive direction. See you at the races!
06-08-2014 | 05:11 PM
#1526
4th race with the car and I finish 4th after starting 8th at the Prairieland shootout at Leisure Hours Raceway in Joliet,IL.
Downside is I did end up bending the rear center drive shaft. I was able to bend it back. I only run one brace in the rear which is the long one so Im thinking that I will put the short one back in and run two and see how the handling changes.
The car is getting noticed by a few people at the track and they like what they see so hopefully I can gain a couple of people this year. They already know the positive rep the EB48 has so seeing the NB out there is peaking more interest.
Downside is I did end up bending the rear center drive shaft. I was able to bend it back. I only run one brace in the rear which is the long one so Im thinking that I will put the short one back in and run two and see how the handling changes.
The car is getting noticed by a few people at the track and they like what they see so hopefully I can gain a couple of people this year. They already know the positive rep the EB48 has so seeing the NB out there is peaking more interest.
06-08-2014 | 05:12 PM
#1527
Had an awesome day with the EB48 at a big race at the local track and the NB48 is coming around. When I picked it up NB48 a little over a month ago, I launched right in to Ramos's setup. It is pretty solid, but pushed real hard the way I drive. I heard good things about box stock, so decided to give it a overhaul since I had it completely torn down. Not a huge surprise, it's actually quite good! After just a quick tank at practice mid week (only had limited time), I fine tuned a few things.
I'm not only stacked up against a small handful of great local Tekno drivers (brand is still growing), but up against team drivers from Kyosho and a whole army of Mugen sponsored drivers. I need it to remain nimble and agile, especially in the very sharp corners we have. Using box setup, I have made a few adjustments that immediately helped out a bit to give a little slide in the rear to get around the corners faster. Using losi oils, I went to 42.5 in the front and 37.5 in the rear instead (85-95 degree heat). I shorted the rear link to the 'c' position. This was an immediate improvement, decreased the pushing, and allowed for much faster cornering.
I am narrowing the gap in feel between the EB48 and NB48, which is my ultimate goal.
Almost 16 hours at the track, almost 180 minutes running. Good day!
I'm not only stacked up against a small handful of great local Tekno drivers (brand is still growing), but up against team drivers from Kyosho and a whole army of Mugen sponsored drivers. I need it to remain nimble and agile, especially in the very sharp corners we have. Using box setup, I have made a few adjustments that immediately helped out a bit to give a little slide in the rear to get around the corners faster. Using losi oils, I went to 42.5 in the front and 37.5 in the rear instead (85-95 degree heat). I shorted the rear link to the 'c' position. This was an immediate improvement, decreased the pushing, and allowed for much faster cornering.
I am narrowing the gap in feel between the EB48 and NB48, which is my ultimate goal.
Almost 16 hours at the track, almost 180 minutes running. Good day!
06-09-2014 | 02:22 PM
#1528
Tech Master
iTrader: (74)
Joined: Sep 2010
Posts: 1,422
From: Greenback,tennessee
Just a few questions for you guys.i just recently ran my et48 for the first time at AMS 5.0 this weekend and managed to make the A main with this AWSOME truck with stock box set up with the the exception of my diff oils.so my question to you guy is that the nitro buggy just as good?i been running losi for the last year and was considering going all tekno for my nitro and ebuggy as well.pros and cons please!
06-09-2014 | 02:40 PM
#1529
Tech Adept
Joined: Jul 2013
Posts: 203
From: Melvin,IL
The positive reviews on the EB48 are why I bought the NB48. I only run nitro and used Tekno parts on my Revo when I ran that so I knew the NB would be just as good both quality wise like the parts and track wise like the EB is.
I really enjoy my buggy. Ive had 4 races with it and those around me have noticed how well the car has performed and improved as I have tweaked the setup. It's durable,easy to work on and turns on a dime.
I really enjoy my buggy. Ive had 4 races with it and those around me have noticed how well the car has performed and improved as I have tweaked the setup. It's durable,easy to work on and turns on a dime.
06-09-2014 | 03:47 PM
#1530
Joined: Jan 2005
Posts: 2,465
From: SoCal
Just a few questions for you guys.i just recently ran my et48 for the first time at AMS 5.0 this weekend and managed to make the A main with this AWSOME truck with stock box set up with the the exception of my diff oils.so my question to you guy is that the nitro buggy just as good?i been running losi for the last year and was considering going all tekno for my nitro and ebuggy as well.pros and cons please!
Pros
Durability
Corner Speed
Jumps Great
Box Setup
Great rear traction
Parts available
Greats plastics and metals
Shocks
Ease of Maintenance
Company supports Veterans
Cons
Honestly None.
I've not broken anything, I had one freak DNF due to the throttle linkage ball cup popping off the carb.
I took a chance and bought one after seeing one in the pits, liked the way it looked. The Ebuggy is very popular around here but the Nitro car had not taken off. I know of 3 total in my area and they ALL look good on the track. I am so comfortable with the car, I dont have to push hard to get good laptimes. The car corners flat and fast. I think thats the best part of this buggy. It works for me and I've run KYO/MUGEN/AE/HB in the last 3 years.