Community
Wiki Posts
Search
Like Tree2991Likes

1/12 forum

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old 01-07-2008 | 02:42 PM
  #27886  
Tim W.'s Avatar
Tech Fanatic
iTrader: (1)
 
Joined: Nov 2005
Posts: 841
From: Eagle, Idaho
Default

So I can just drill new holes?
Tim W. is offline  
Old 01-07-2008 | 02:46 PM
  #27887  
Tim W.'s Avatar
Tech Fanatic
iTrader: (1)
 
Joined: Nov 2005
Posts: 841
From: Eagle, Idaho
Default

And I am putting a yokomo chassis on a ae 12l4

thanks for the help guys
Tim W. is offline  
Old 01-07-2008 | 05:55 PM
  #27888  
Tech Master
iTrader: (4)
 
Joined: Jan 2006
Posts: 1,474
From: El Mirage, AZ, USA
Default

I have a helios radio and setting up my 12L4 with a hitech servo hs-225mg...and when I go into steering balance it goes all the way to 100% but it still needs more throw....The stops on the knuckles are not close to hitting or even touching for that matter..Anybody got any ideas
Bubonic-X is offline  
Old 01-07-2008 | 06:04 PM
  #27889  
Scottrik's Avatar
Tech Champion
iTrader: (264)
 
Joined: Sep 2004
Posts: 6,409
From: Billings, MT
Default

Originally Posted by Bubonic-X
I have a helios radio and setting up my 12L4 with a hitech servo hs-225mg...and when I go into steering balance it goes all the way to 100% but it still needs more throw....The stops on the knuckles are not close to hitting or even touching for that matter..Anybody got any ideas
FIRST...do yourself an enormous favor. Ditch the HiTech servo and get a real one. I've only seen and heard horror stories about their centering (or lack thereof). That is a HUGE problem in 1/12. If you get it your experience will be forever tainted. There are SO many really good 1/12 servos out there at a range of really good prices. I'm pretty sure you can find new Futaba 9650 digital (about which I've only heard good things) for $50-60 new.

Second, not familiar with "steering balance" but are your epa's adjusted correctly. Are you using the servo saver holes closest to the saver/servo mounting screw (shortest possible arm) and/or running a steering block with more than one ball stud hole and you've chosen the hole furthest from the kingpin, or...

Last edited by Scottrik; 01-07-2008 at 06:14 PM.
Scottrik is offline  
Old 01-07-2008 | 06:36 PM
  #27890  
Mason's Avatar
Tech Champion
 
Joined: Oct 2004
Posts: 5,531
From: Ocala, Florida
Default

max your end point adjustments, reset your trims, set your dual rate to 100%

then you can begin to mount the saver to the horn.
Mason is offline  
Old 01-07-2008 | 08:56 PM
  #27891  
wallyedmonds's Avatar
Tech Elite
 
Joined: Jul 2006
Posts: 3,662
From: Brampton ont canada
Default

hitech in 1/12 is death
not to bash but its so true.
wallyedmonds is offline  
Old 01-07-2008 | 09:37 PM
  #27892  
odpurple's Avatar
Tech Elite
 
Joined: Dec 2002
Posts: 2,192
From: San Francisco
Default

Originally Posted by Tim W.
So I can just drill new holes?
The holes are not far off enough that you can drill new ones. You would have to enlarge or elongate the existing ones in the L4 brace, which would make it less effective. I would use the Yokomo brace, or just make a new one
odpurple is offline  
Old 01-08-2008 | 02:08 AM
  #27893  
Tech Champion
 
Joined: Nov 2001
Posts: 7,191
From: Hawaii, USA
Default

Originally Posted by odpurple
The holes are not far off enough that you can drill new ones. You would have to enlarge or elongate the existing ones in the L4 brace, which would make it less effective. I would use the Yokomo brace, or just make a new one
I'd rather just use the tube brace and sand it smaller or use the CRC brace and use less shims or o-rings. That would be much easier.
InspGadgt is offline  
Old 01-08-2008 | 09:45 AM
  #27894  
trickd122's Avatar
Tech Addict
iTrader: (3)
 
Joined: Jun 2006
Posts: 509
Default 12l4

I have a AE 12l4 no manual. I have a few questions.
1. Is there a specific measurement for the center shock.
2.I have all stock stuff, I's running the new JACO PRISMS do I have to get the IRS lowered POD plates and is IRS the only one selling these?
3.What's the fastest 19turn motor (over the counter) available for a long track.
4. I see guys taking motor temps at the track? I understand why however what's considered a "too hot" number?

Thanks
trickd122 is offline  
Old 01-08-2008 | 11:00 AM
  #27895  
trickd122's Avatar
Tech Addict
iTrader: (3)
 
Joined: Jun 2006
Posts: 509
Default additionally

Can droop be adjusted on this car
Finally When will the CYCLONE12 be available?
trickd122 is offline  
Old 01-08-2008 | 11:03 AM
  #27896  
JamesArluck's Avatar
Tech Master
iTrader: (52)
 
Joined: Jul 2003
Posts: 1,233
Default

Originally Posted by trickd122
Can droop be adjusted on this car
Finally When will the CYCLONE12 be available?
Droop is adjusted on the front end by the amount of shims on the kingpin. On the rear it's adjusted by changing the length of the center shock.

The cyclone 12 is available right now at Stormer

https://www.ssl-stormerhobbies.com/c...ns&pn=HOT61600
JamesArluck is offline  
Old 01-08-2008 | 11:39 AM
  #27897  
Nova F1 Racer's Avatar
Tech Champion
iTrader: (3)
 
Joined: Mar 2003
Posts: 5,682
From: Peoples Republic of Northern Virginia
Default

Originally Posted by trickd122
I have a AE 12l4 no manual. I have a few questions.
1. Is there a specific measurement for the center shock.
2.I have all stock stuff, I's running the new JACO PRISMS do I have to get the IRS lowered POD plates and is IRS the only one selling these?
3.What's the fastest 19turn motor (over the counter) available for a long track.
4. I see guys taking motor temps at the track? I understand why however what's considered a "too hot" number?

Thanks
Go here....
http://aedownloads.com/downloads/man...2l4_manual.pdf

Get manual.......
Nova F1 Racer is offline  
Old 01-08-2008 | 12:42 PM
  #27898  
t9dragon's Avatar
Tech Master
iTrader: (12)
 
Joined: Jan 2004
Posts: 1,197
From: Oregon
Default

Does anyone know of an online shop in the U.S. that sells the Kyosho 1/12 GP SPADA 09 4WD RACING CAR?




t9dragon is offline  
Old 01-08-2008 | 02:15 PM
  #27899  
Lost Aggresiva's Avatar
Tech Regular
iTrader: (2)
 
Joined: Apr 2004
Posts: 259
From: Caledonia, MI
Default

Heck, I'd be tickled just to get one of those bodies. Those look sharp.
Lost Aggresiva is offline  
Old 01-08-2008 | 03:59 PM
  #27900  
jheimb4897's Avatar
Tech Adept
iTrader: (1)
 
Joined: Dec 2007
Posts: 229
Default

RC mushroom sells them for $249.99. Not too bad. I just wish they would release these in the states. I know they would be a hit. 1/8 scale action at a WAYYY cheaper price. I would get one, it's just I don't think the parts support would be there. Though I do work in a machine shop part time, and could make CF parts if I had to...
jheimb4897 is offline  


Contact Us - Archive - Advertising - Cookie Policy - Privacy Statement - Terms of Service -

Copyright © 2026 MH Sub I, LLC dba Internet Brands. All rights reserved. Use of this site indicates your consent to the Terms of Use.