new i mean new to nitro rc
03-21-2011, 08:26 AM
#1
new i mean new to nitro rc
ok so i am new new new to rc world. i an looking to see what i need to get started i got a 3.3 tmaxx that needs a trans so i got one of those...i am a ase certified mechanic so i am handy with a wrench but these things have always intrigued me so i figure i would buy one... what do i need fuel and a starter kit i suppose. then a big field so i dont crash my new investment lol
03-21-2011, 08:59 AM
#2
Whats up...
03-21-2011, 09:11 AM
#3
what kind of fuel do i need to run in the tmaxx 3.3 also where can i find a transmission for it thanks
03-21-2011, 06:06 PM
#4
It'll run pretty much whatever fuel your hobby shop sells. I've run several, but currently am using Odonnells.
Check eBay for trans - should be able to find them new as a complete unit, pulled from a new kit or maybe some individual trans parts. Prices will be a lot less on eBay than anywhere else.
Check eBay for trans - should be able to find them new as a complete unit, pulled from a new kit or maybe some individual trans parts. Prices will be a lot less on eBay than anywhere else.
03-21-2011, 11:04 PM
#6
I'm guessing you bought it used so if you already have it then just check it off the list.... the R/C starter check list
1. FUEL 20% or 30%.... your choice
2. Fuel filling bottle
3. tool box or a fishing bait box........ for storing tools and parts
4. tools.... hex drivers, nut drivers, glow plug wrench/4 way wrench, turnbuckle wrench or small crescent wrench or a small open end wrench (not sure what size turnbuckle is on the T-Maxx) , needle nose pliers, channel locks, - and + head screwdrivers. Your a mechanic so you should have most of these tools around the house. Dynamite makes a decent hex and nut driver set in a nice little case for under $20 but I think you will still need a 5mm or 6mm Allan
5. extra glow plugs
6. A 5cell rechargeable receiver hump pack.
7. 6cell sub-c battery pack for the starting wand thing
8. rechargeable AA's for the controler
9. A decent battery charger....doesn't have to be the top of the line preferably AC/DC so you can charge batteries at home or off the 12volt battery on your full size vehicle
10. temp gauge/temp gun
11. extra parts and bearings
not sure if I'm missing anything but this should be a step in the right direction
1. FUEL 20% or 30%.... your choice
2. Fuel filling bottle
3. tool box or a fishing bait box........ for storing tools and parts
4. tools.... hex drivers, nut drivers, glow plug wrench/4 way wrench, turnbuckle wrench or small crescent wrench or a small open end wrench (not sure what size turnbuckle is on the T-Maxx) , needle nose pliers, channel locks, - and + head screwdrivers. Your a mechanic so you should have most of these tools around the house. Dynamite makes a decent hex and nut driver set in a nice little case for under $20 but I think you will still need a 5mm or 6mm Allan
5. extra glow plugs
6. A 5cell rechargeable receiver hump pack.
7. 6cell sub-c battery pack for the starting wand thing
8. rechargeable AA's for the controler
9. A decent battery charger....doesn't have to be the top of the line preferably AC/DC so you can charge batteries at home or off the 12volt battery on your full size vehicle
10. temp gauge/temp gun
11. extra parts and bearings
not sure if I'm missing anything but this should be a step in the right direction
03-21-2011, 11:33 PM
#7
I would stick with 20% nitro. I don't know if the 3.3 has been shimmed properly to run the 30%. Besides, if you just bashing around 20% is plenty. Just make sure you buy a decent fuel and not some garbage like traxxas fuel or something of that nature. Also make sure it has a high oil content.
03-22-2011, 09:30 AM
#9
sweet guys thanks for the help...well after a little investigation i guess i got a "vintage 2.5 tmaxx with a 3.3 motor and a .18 os i think thats what they said. but again i have no clue.... i do need a transmission for the truck though not sure which one will bolt up though i will post a link to my other post for more info and hopefully i can get help on what trans to get and also i guess i need to invest in cvd's so maybe help on which ones to buy on those to. i just want to get this truck up and running and haiving fun
03-22-2011, 09:33 AM
#10
03-22-2011, 09:35 AM
#11
stupid phone got trigger happy but there is the link to info and pics on my truck
03-22-2011, 09:31 PM
#12
sweet guys thanks for the help...well after a little investigation i guess i got a "vintage 2.5 tmaxx with a 3.3 motor and a .18 os i think thats what they said. but again i have no clue.... i do need a transmission for the truck though not sure which one will bolt up though i will post a link to my other post for more info and hopefully i can get help on what trans to get and also i guess i need to invest in cvd's so maybe help on which ones to buy on those to. i just want to get this truck up and running and haiving fun
http://cgi.ebay.com/T-MAXX-3-3-4908-...item53e6840add
http://cgi.ebay.com/Traxxas-T-Maxx-F...item35b0388e45
http://cgi.ebay.com/Traxxas-5451R-T-...item5adfa74567
03-22-2011, 09:37 PM
#13
im selling 2 different 5 cell 1600mah battery packs. one is a venom, the other is a reedy. they will make a big difference for your servo's! more power, longer lasting and you can charge them when they get weak instead of replacing 4-aa batteries all the time. let me know if your interested.
http://www.rctech.net/forum/r-c-item...ml#post8846241
http://www.rctech.net/forum/r-c-item...ml#post8846241
03-22-2011, 10:42 PM
#14
the traxxas cvd's are good. thats what im going to go with. you can get the trans out of the 3.3 model so it will handle the power from the 3.3.
http://cgi.ebay.com/T-MAXX-3-3-4908-...item53e6840add
http://cgi.ebay.com/Traxxas-T-Maxx-F...item35b0388e45
http://cgi.ebay.com/Traxxas-5451R-T-...item5adfa74567
http://cgi.ebay.com/T-MAXX-3-3-4908-...item53e6840add
http://cgi.ebay.com/Traxxas-T-Maxx-F...item35b0388e45
http://cgi.ebay.com/Traxxas-5451R-T-...item5adfa74567