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News Tamiya Landfreeder - CC-01

PaulOno — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 13:40:26 GMT

A little 80's old school pick-up action from Tamiya

The new Tamiya Landfreeder is based on the popular CC-01 chassis in which many of Tamiya's other scale trucks are mated too. At first glance, you can tell that it is inspired by the look of a '80s pick-up truck. The body of this truck is newly designed and it's made of polycarbonate material for tough durability. To increase its scale realism, metal-plated parts for the front grille guard and rear roll bar are utilized. The all-terrain CC-01 chassis is built for fun and realistic trail running. The CC-01 chassis features independent front suspension and a rear solid axle with 4-link rigid suspension for true scale RC driving. It’s an ideal platform for RC enthusiasts who enjoy trail running at their favorite outdoor spot. It is available as a kit and requires some additional gear to get it completed. See the 'Required Items' list below.

SPECIFICATIONS

Scale: 1/10
Construction type: Kit
Terrain use: On- & off-road
Drivetrain: 4WD
Drive type: Ggearbox
Drive line: Dogbone
Differential type: Gear
Suspension: Independent front/solid axle rear
Steering mechanism: Bell-crank
Shock dampers: Oil-filled damper
Shock damper material: Plastic
Tire type: Rubber
Tire tread: Radial
Body material: Polycarbonate
Chassis material: Plastic tub
Electronic Speed Control (ESC): Tamiya TEU-105BK
Motor: 540-brushed type
Bearings: Plastic bushing
Adjustable camber: Fixed
Adjustable toe angles: Front only
Adjustable ground clearance: Fixed
Adjustable gear ratio: Yes
Adjustable wheelbase: Fixed
Adjustable track width: Fixed
Adjustable shock angle: Fixed

REQUIRED ITEMS

2-channel radio system
Steering servo
Battery pack and charger
Paint for polycarbonate

FOR MORE INFO ON THE TAMIYA LANDFREEDER, CLICK HERE!

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Build Log S&G Racing Far Beyond Driven Update 6/17

androtaz — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 17:26:50 GMT

few more pics. Made a new bed cover. Made from the cover of a binder. Looks real to me. Got some new softer hose to replace the hard one on the shocks. After a test, I had a lot of dirt in the top of the reservoir , so I put a water balloon over the top to keep the dirt out and the shock oil in. Still more to come

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Discussion 10% Off Entire Order - Father Day Sale

maniacdane — Fri, 14 Jun 2013 14:24:49 GMT

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Video GoPro race cam footage!

justinco — Fri, 14 Jun 2013 04:04:13 GMT

I have a couple new race report videos in for the week. Complete with GoPro headcam race footage!

Schumacher Cougar SVR found some grip! RC Race Report (6 min 23 sec)

Tekno Sct410 First Win! RC Race Report (7 min 6 sec)

Video Custom chassis bracing for Schumacher Cougar SVR

justinco — Fri, 14 Jun 2013 03:44:42 GMT

I have a video that details how to build custom rear chassis braces for your Cougar SVR buggy. No more bent chassis and added stiffness to the rear end!

Schumacher Cougar SVR custom rear chassis braces (7 min 42 sec)

Help! Grand Prix Project

Niterider — Fri, 14 Jun 2013 00:16:27 GMT

I have long been a hacker of RC cars first hack (About 40 years ago) was turning an RC12 to an 049 nitro rocket. Then I scratch built a 1:18th Pan car using some slot car parts 1:16" fiberglass sheet and nylon. Now I would like to build a "Formula" car from the 60's either an Eagle or Lotus. What I need to find is a suitable front end. something that looks like it belongs on a formula car. The original idea came from finding this photo online:

Don't know what kind of model it was, looks like it might have been a tether car. Would love to get my hands on a transmission like that. Will probably go electric with an Associated style pod rear end, 17.5 turn Brushless motor, 2mm carbon fiber chassis, 2s Lipo and formula 1 slicks. Can someone help me with finding a front end?
Alex

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News Losi 1/10 XXX-SCT Brushless RTR short course truck

PaulOno — Wed, 12 Jun 2013 15:28:50 GMT

A RTR SHORT COURSE TRUCK THAT DOES NOT NEED ANY IMMEDIATE UPGRADES!

The latest release from the gang at Losi is this sweet looking Tuff Country sponsored short course truck, the 1/10-scale 2WD XXX-SCT Brushless RTR.

It is a perfect combination of quality engineering and superior RTR (ready-to-run) performance. It is based off one of the most successful RC platforms in RC history and is loaded with advanced features. An impressive Dynamite 3300Kv brushless system is powered by an included, long-lasting 3000mAh LiPo battery and 10W balance charger. All this with a superior Spektrum DX2L radio system means the XXX-SCT delivers on the track or in your neighborhood.

Additionally, the XXX-SCT RTR is waterproof to help keep the action going regardless of the conditions. The XXX-SCT comes with a ROAR legal short course composite chassis with aluminum, threaded oil-filled shocks. Complimented by a licensed Tuff Country polycarbonate SCT body with a trim scheme found in the Lucas Oil Off-Road Racing Series, this truck can handle the thrills of competition as well as the bruises associated with bashers.

To help compensate for the speed associated with brushless power, the XXX-SCT has been modified with off-road beadlock-style wheels and a realistic short course truck bumper and rear mud flaps.

Included Components—1/10-Scale Tuff Country XXX-SCT Brushless RTR

Spektrum DX2L 2.4GHz DSM Radio System
Dynamite Tazer Waterproof 45A Sensorless Brushless ESC
Dynamite Tazer3300Kv 4-Pole Brushless Motor
313WP High-Torque Waterproof Servo
Dynamite Speedpack Silver 2S 7.4V 3000mAh 20C LiPo Battery
Dynamite 10W LiPo AC Balance Charger
4 “AA” batteries (for transmitter)

Key Features

Durable, ROAR-legal, composite XXX-SCT chassis
Aluminum, adjustable, oil-filled, coil-over shocks
Waterproof, Dynamite 45A brushless ESC
Dynamite four-pole, 3300Kv SC motor
Spektrum SR200WP receiver with 2.4GHz DSM technology
Spektrum DX2L Transmitter with throttle‐limiting switch
Durable, Gear Differential
Adjustable slipper clutch
Digital, high-torque steering servo
Dynamite 3000mAh, 7.4V LiPo Battery
Losi exclusive Eclipse SCT tread pattern
Off-road beadlock-style wheels
Realistic short course bumpers with mud flaps
Adjustable turnbuckles with captured ends
Losi waterproof, digital steering servo

Product Specifications
Type: Short Course Truck
Scale: 1/10th
Length: 21.65 in (550mm)
Width: 11.45 in (291mm)
Height: 7.48 in (190mm)
Ground Clearance: 1.56 in (39.5mm)
Wheelbase: 12.95 in (329mm)
Weight: 4.7 lb. (2.04kg)
Chassis: Plastic Composite
Suspension: 4-wheel Independent
Drivetrain: 2WD
Tire Type: Eclipse tread, Blue compound
Motor or Engine: Non-Sensored Brushless
Speed Control: Included
Radio: Spektrum DX2L
Servos: Included
Batteries: 3000mAh 7.4V 20C LiPo
Charger: 2.4A LiPo AC Balance Charger (DYN4114)
Gear Pitch: 48 pitch (19T Pinion, 86T Spur)
Kit/RTR: RTR
Shock Type: Coil-over, oil-filled aluminum shocks with threaded shock bodies
Body: Painted and Decaled licensed body
Minimum Age Recommendation: 14 years

Needed to Complete

Nothing! Everything is included in the box!

CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO ON THE LOSI XXX-SCT RTR

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Question switch between two batteries on a scaler, like dual tanks on a 1:1

androtaz — Tue, 11 Jun 2013 00:57:54 GMT

Is there a way to put 2 batteries in a truck and run them on switches to go from one pack to the other. Only running one at a time. Kind of like having dual tanks on a 1:1 truck. I want to go on long runs without the hassle of stopping , pulling the body off to switch out a pack. I like the idea of having two hooked up but on switches to go from one pack to the other. I wanna set this up on my scaler ford super crew. Im running 8.4 v 5000 mAh packs and I could use the extra weight. And before anyone says " go with lipo's and you wont have that problem. Its just not an option.

News Duratrax Onyx 35C LiPo battery packs

PaulOno — Mon, 10 Jun 2013 16:43:05 GMT

These Onyx LiPo batteries pour on even more power!

With 35C of track-ripping power, these Onyx LiPo packs are raising the bar! Racers seeking more run time and higher performance, at an affordable price, should check out Onyx 35C LiPo batteries. They come in a wide variety of capacities, configurations and discharges, with Traxxas or Deans Ultra Plug connectors, in hard and soft cases. All include built-in discharge leads and balance connector.

FEATURES:

35C of Onyx LiPo power, with the true-rated capacities that Onyx is known for
New 3S 11.1V 1300mAh and 2S 7.4V 2000mAh capacities (DTXC1930-DTXC1937) come with a choice of Deans Ultra Plug or Traxxas connectors, in soft cases that reduce overall size and weight
Other Onyx 35C LiPo batteries are available in a wide variety of capacities, with Deans® or Traxxas connectors in soft cases or impact- and puncture-resistant hard ABS cases

DTXC1930 Onyx LiPo 35C 11.1V 1300mAh 3S Soft Case Deans...............$22.99
DTXC1931 Onyx LiPo 35C 11.1V 1300mAh 3S Soft Case Traxxas.............$25.99
DTXC1936 Onyx LiPo 35C 7.4V 2000mAh 2S Soft Case Deans.................$24.99
DTXC1937 Onyx LiPo 35C 7.4V 2000mAh 2S Soft Case Traxxas..............$25.99
DTXC1964 Onyx LiPo 35C 7.4V 5000mAh 2S Hard Case Deans..............$59.99
DTXC1965 Onyx LiPo 35C 7.4V 5000mAh 2S Hard Case Traxxas............$59.99
DTXC1966 Onyx LiPo 35C 11.1V 5000mAh 3S Soft Case Traxxas............$89.99
DTXC1967 Onyx LiPo 35C 11.1V 5000mAh 3S Soft Case Deans..............$89.99
DTXC1970 Onyx LiPo 35C 7.4V 5700mAh 2S Soft Case Traxxas..............$64.99
DTXC1978 Onyx LiPo 35C 11.1V 6400mAh 3S Soft Case Deans...............$109.99
DTXC1979 Onyx LiPo 35C 11.1V 6400mAh 3S Soft Case Traxxas.............$109.99
DTXC1982 Onyx LiPo 35C 7.4V 8000mAh 2S Soft Case Deans.................$89.99
DTXC1983 Onyx LiPo 35C 7.4V 8000mAh 2S Soft Case Traxxas..............$89.99
DTXC1995 Onyx LiPo 35C 11.1V 8000mAh 3S Soft Case Deans...............$129.99
DTXC1997 Onyx LiPo 35C 11.1V 8000mAh 3S Soft Case Traxxas.............$129.99

AVAILABLE: NOW

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Discussion 115th Philippine Independence Day Celebration

CRahoD — Mon, 10 Jun 2013 06:00:45 GMT

All QRCRG members are invited to join the celebration of Philippine Idependence Day at Sheraton Hotel from 7AM to evening, you can come in the afternoon if you like.We will be posting the whole schedule later. We will be having place to display our beloved RC Cars, maybe we can also run it. We have tickets for those who would like to enter the majlis hall and also we are printing our official QRCRG t-shirt. All nationalities are welcome in the celeration - Gael, Robbie, Martin, etc. are most welcome to join.

Help! Electric or Petrol for a 1/5 self build

farquhar25 — Sun, 09 Jun 2013 18:24:29 GMT

hi I'm new to forums, but not new to RC cars I've had nitro ones in the past but selling up as they are too much of a pain to keep running, as they have limited run time and parts cost a small fortune.

I'm looking at getting two electric 1/10 RC off road cars from hobby king.

but i also want to get a 1/5 off road car which can deal with serious bashing
I'm looking a building the chassis myself as i know someone with a CNC laser cutter and adding the best parts from RC manufactures. but for motors what would people suggest using petrol or electric. id like to spend less than it cost to buy a Losi five T

is this a tad ambitious

Suggestions and comments please

Discussion drift conversion

dg4571 — Sun, 09 Jun 2013 13:13:35 GMT

Besides tires, what has to be done to convert a drift car to an on road racer? I see a lot of cool looking drifters, but I want to race and want to know if it is doable at a decent cost.

Build Log S&G Racing Far Beyond Driven Update 6/9

androtaz — Sun, 09 Jun 2013 05:35:36 GMT

Time for an update. Got the truck back together. Started working on the floor pans. Few pieces of styrene and some black paint , held on with water proof double sided tape. Got the electronics in. Took some time to tweak in the Red cat Racing 2.4 Ghz 3 channel. This radio system is rather slick. There is even a trim for the rear steer. Took it out for a quick test run. And my front servo mount just wasn't tuff enough. Broke one mount off the cross member and broke the ears off one side of the servo . Plus the stroke of the steering damper was off. I changed the ball end during reassembly because it was binding a little. I had to drain the 70 weight out of it and put in 30 weight cause it was a little too much for the servo. I also noticed where the bell crank was mounted was a weak spot as well. So I built a truss that covers all that mess and ties in the hold down screw from the upper link mount to where the bell crank mounts. After going through 3 stock Axial servo horns , I guess an upgrade is in the future. Started mocking up rock guards for my working lights and some for the ones on the body itself. Picked up the little bill organizer thing at the dollar store. Had some cool small wire mesh , and its plated. Got a chance to get it out for a drive after the fixes and it runs well. Other then when the Tx Is in mode 2 ( which should be to crab walk ) is in rear counter steer mode. Modes 2 and 3 have switched for some reason. Also , when I turn left , the Rx cuts out then comes back on. And only in that mode. Has 4 modes . Front steer, Crab walk, counter steer, and rear steer only, It was 11 at night so I got to try out the lights and they work great. Thinking I want to make some to mount under each corner for night crawling, Can't wait to get it out tomorrow during the day. The truck is still a little on the light side. Going to bring it to work and weigh it at some point. Really need to get back to finishing the rock sliders I started to make. Also hand fab some exhaust pipes out the back. This build has been fun , challenging and a great way to burn through time and money. But in the end the smile it puts on my face is worth it. Still more to come . :cool:

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Discussion June 7,2013

markymark — Sat, 08 Jun 2013 09:28:12 GMT

Congratulations to all the winners and racers!!!
No sandstorm can stop!!! :cool:

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For Sale HPI E10 Drift Falken Mustang $179.99

maniacdane — Fri, 07 Jun 2013 20:35:43 GMT

Maniacs Deal of the week running through the weekend!

Ships for free!

http://www.maniacshobbycomplex.com/e...stang-rtr.html