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RE: ---OFFICIAL CASTER RACING K8T TRUGGY THREAD--- - 4/12/2008 4:30:38 AM   
vnmsgt



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Status: offline 		Well I just got a K8T RTR in stock and 2 Pro kits. First RTR I have seen with my own eyes. I am very impressed with the quality of the RTR. Shock towers are thick! Looks like 4mm but will measure to make sure. Comes with a rechargeable glow ignitor, and Force .25 motor in it too. Only thing you would have to change of you are going to race are the tires, they are a little soft. Servo's seem decent and the radio has trim adjustments and thats about it but most people will upgrade to a spektrum anyways. Chassis braces are thick plastic but are adjustable in center with a turnbuckle to apply more stiffness if needed. All the shock towers, radio tray, diff top plate and steering plate look CNC and not a pressed aluminum like on cheaper truggies. All turnbuckles are the same thickness as the kit model too so they do not have to be upgraded for racing or more durability like on most RTR's compared the kits of the same truck. Very well built RTR!

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RE: -OFFICIAL CASTER RACING K8T TRUGGY THREAD- - 4/17/2008 11:13:10 PM   
vnmsgt



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Status: offline 		Here are some pics of the RTR K8T. It does not have the rear wing installed yet, but at least is comes with one unlike some others



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RE: -OFFICIAL CASTER RACING K8T TRUGGY THREAD- - 4/20/2008 2:19:08 PM   
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Status: offline 		hi there, this is my baby, its got a Hyper 21 in it, Tower pro MG995 steering and Futaba throttle. i bought it second hand but i want to change the wheels to stock truggy wheels these ones have oversized hubs too 40 series i think.
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RE: -OFFICIAL CASTER RACING K8T TRUGGY THREAD- - 4/21/2008 7:48:13 PM   
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Status: offline 		Looks cool with those wide tires. One tip I found out is that if you do not want to use none offset wheels and prefer offset wheels you can use the wheel hubs off of the ZX1-R Buggy and they will bolt right on. It is too wide with half inch offset wheels and stock wheel hubs which are half inch extension hubs from the factory.

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RE: -OFFICIAL CASTER RACING K8T TRUGGY THREAD- - 4/25/2008 4:46:25 AM   
vnmsgt



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Status: offline 		Just wanted to let you guys know if you want to use the sportwerks throttle brake linkage on the truggy you have to bend the brake rod for the rear brake to make it clear the spur gear. Here are some pics.





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RE: -OFFICIAL CASTER RACING K8T TRUGGY THREAD- - 4/26/2008 2:45:34 AM   
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Status: offline 		i cant wait to get mine but i am still left blank on somethings on the truggys

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RE: -OFFICIAL CASTER RACING K8T TRUGGY THREAD- - 4/26/2008 4:06:11 AM   
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Status: offline 		how much dose the K8-T Factory Pro Truggy Kit weigh right from the factory?

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RE: -OFFICIAL CASTER RACING K8T TRUGGY THREAD- - 4/27/2008 2:16:45 AM   
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Status: offline 		That little addition will not help ya at wow on race day...

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RE: -OFFICIAL CASTER RACING K8T TRUGGY THREAD- - 4/27/2008 2:43:16 AM   
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ORIGINAL: BIGAIRBEN

That little addition will not help ya at wow on race day...

Maybe we'll see tomorrow BIGAIRHEADBEN, Oh I'm sorry!

BTW rebel racer I weighed my K8T today and it was 9.25lbs. will all electrics, battery and full tank of fuel.

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RE: -OFFICIAL CASTER RACING K8T TRUGGY THREAD- - 5/2/2008 6:15:41 PM   
vnmsgt



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Status: offline 		Well that sportwerks throttle brake assembly worked great I can adjust my brakes so much better and easier. Also tried a set of Kyosho ST-RR big bores on the K8T and it smoothed it out alot over the rough stuff. Cannot wait for the Caster Big Bore to be out soon. Also took out the Picco .28 and installed a Axial .28RR, it is now alot smoother to drive and easier to control which is more my driving style and was faster with the axial then I was with the Picco.

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RE: -OFFICIAL CASTER RACING K8T TRUGGY THREAD- - 5/7/2008 1:50:10 PM   
vnmsgt



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Status: offline 		Well I just got word the BIG BORE SHOCKS are out and on there way!!!! Will be getting me 2 sets, one for truggy and buggy! Will post some pics as soon as I get a set.

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RE: -OFFICIAL CASTER RACING K8T TRUGGY THREAD- - 5/7/2008 3:44:10 PM   
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Status: offline 		How much $$$ are those Castor Machines ?

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RE: -OFFICIAL CASTER RACING K8T TRUGGY THREAD- - 5/7/2008 6:19:15 PM   
vnmsgt



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ORIGINAL: supertib

How much $$$ are those Castor Machines ?

Do you mean the shocks? Pricing is not out yet. I should get prices hopefully in a day or 2. If you are talking about the kit truggy I have them for $415.00

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RE: -OFFICIAL CASTER RACING K8T TRUGGY THREAD- - 5/7/2008 7:08:04 PM   
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Status: offline 		I received the K8T Factory Truggy kit I ordered from vnmsgt today, shipped from Florida to Texas in two days for 25 clams! Extremely impressed with the build quality, looks like it should be pretty stout (I'll make sure to check the Diff shimming...any input on that vnm?). Just check your diff shims when you fill with diff fluid (you should do this anyway...about as 101 as motor sealing). I'll take some build pics when I get started and post a few. Stock tires are a little tall but will be fine until my Bow Ties get here. Chassis is thick (7075) as are the shock towers. Love the silver edging on the black anodized aluminum. This thing makes my TTR ST-1 look like a cinder block with wheels. The stock body really doesn't look bad (i've heard a few don't like it), with some good paint it should be fine...I Hadn't planned to use it but I think I'll paint it up along with the Pro Line thats on the way. Extended wheel hubs, which can be switched out with the Caster buggy hubs if you'd rather run offset wheels instead. Clutch in the box....it even came with an Air Filter for the motor...which I really didn't expect. Vnm make sure you let me know when those Caster Big Bores get here...save me at least a set...maybe two, depends on the price. Not the least bit sorry I passed on the Losi and bought the Caster..the communication and support i've seen from the Caster guys is awesome. Being able to talk to the head honcho's about any problems, tips or setup questions puts ones mind at ease.

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