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Old 01-05-2011, 06:51 PM
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what do you currently have for a radio?
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The standard hpi radio the storm comes with
Old 01-05-2011, 06:59 PM
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get the new radio
Old 01-05-2011, 07:01 PM
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sure I want to see the telemetry do its work!
Old 01-05-2011, 07:22 PM
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I was not trying to get anyone to change from deans....And the hobbyking ones are not deans they are clones, probably will work fine.
I bought some clone deans connectors and the plastic seems to be lower melting. It shouldn't matter unless you have fires (wait, I've had a few....). It seemed to not handle the solder gun heat like the real Deans.

Crappy game.


Old 01-06-2011, 08:02 PM
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I've heard that to be a problem of the clone Deans.

That game did suck......blame us for thinkin we had that one in the bag goin into the 3rd []
Old 01-07-2011, 12:36 AM
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 Here is a good link guys deans connectors .55 cents a pair. Stock up while there cheap.
https://www.ushobbysupply.com/produc...roducts_id=496
Old 01-07-2011, 03:53 AM
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I have the Deans clones on a 150A esc with a 4.5T Novak motor(550 sized motor).I have both clones and original Deans.They are the same(soldering,temps after full run...)
Old 01-07-2011, 03:55 AM
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@jg2009 These are the connectors I have.They write "XT".(from hobbyking)
Old 01-07-2011, 04:26 AM
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Hello.
I have the E-Firestorm for half year and now i want to buy new radio.
I chose between two models: Futaba 2PL (2.4ghz) and Futaba 3PL (2.4ghz)
can you say me which radio better for these characteristics:
1. range
2. reliability
3. functionality
thanks in advance
p.s. sorry about my english






Old 01-07-2011, 04:49 AM
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5-3 Go Russia!!!
Boo!!!!!
Old 01-07-2011, 04:51 AM
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Hello.
I have the E-Firestorm for half year and now i want to buy new radio.
I chose between two models: Futaba 2PL (2.4ghz) and Futaba 3PL (2.4ghz)
can you say me which radio better for these characteristics:
1. range
2. reliability
3. functionality
thanks in advance
p.s. sorry about my english






They are both good radios, look up some reveiws on google.
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I was not trying to get anyone to change from deans....And the hobbyking ones are not deans they are clones, probably will work fine.
I bought some clone deans connectors and the plastic seems to be lower melting. It shouldn't matter unless you have fires (wait, I've had a few....). It seemed to not handle the solder gun heat like the real Deans.

Crappy game.


I noticed that too, They must be made of a different material.
Old 01-07-2011, 03:14 PM
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I don't think anyone in here runs either of those radios. Sorry. Are you open to other kinds?
ORIGINAL: v.n.v9569

Hello.
I have the E-Firestorm for half year and now i want to buy new radio.
I chose between two models: Futaba 2PL (2.4ghz) and Futaba 3PL (2.4ghz)
can you say me which radio better for these characteristics:
1. range
2. reliability
3. functionality
thanks in advance
p.s. sorry about my english




Old 01-07-2011, 04:00 PM
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they both have the same features, except the 3pl is a 3 channel with special mixxing for rear steer. so if you have no use for the 3rd channle you should go with the 2pl, if you need the 3rd channel get the 3pl
ORIGINAL: v.n.v9569

Hello.
I have the E-Firestorm for half year and now i want to buy new radio.
I chose between two models: Futaba 2PL (2.4ghz) and Futaba 3PL (2.4ghz)
can you say me which radio better for these characteristics:
1. range
2. reliability
3. functionality
thanks in advance
p.s. sorry about my english




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Hi there

Been running the ezrun8.5T with 60a ESC for nearly a year and it's a great system on and off road. Wanting more speed and wheelies so ordered the 5.5t. Am I ok to run default pinion or should I gear down?

Also ordered the proline dirt paws to replace the tired looking dirt works. Need more bite on grass at the park.

Also, which associated springs are best for general on and off road driving?

Finally, what are other bodies are an easy substitute for the dsx2?

Thanks.
Old 01-08-2011, 01:35 AM
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ORIGINAL: v.n.v9569

Hello.
I have the E-Firestorm for half year and now i want to buy new radio.
I chose between two models: Futaba 2PL (2.4ghz) and Futaba 3PL (2.4ghz)
can you say me which radio better for these characteristics:
1. range
2. reliability
3. functionality
thanks in advance
p.s. sorry about my english






Get a GT-2 radio from Hobbyking.You will be ok.It's almost the same compared to the expensive radios.
http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/s...dProduct=10608
Old 01-08-2011, 01:38 AM
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Hi there

Been running the ezrun8.5T with 60a ESC for nearly a year and it's a great system on and off road. Wanting more speed and wheelies so ordered the 5.5t. Am I ok to run default pinion or should I gear down?

Also ordered the proline dirt paws to replace the tired looking dirt works. Need more bite on grass at the park.

Also, which associated springs are best for general on and off road driving?

Finally, what are other bodies are an easy substitute for the dsx2?

Thanks.
I'll answer you only the first question,since ppl here know more about this truck.
It's 2000kv more.Since you bought it for higher speed,I would say you don't have to gear it down.You use a 2s lipo,right?(don't use 3s with 5.5T motor)
Old 01-08-2011, 01:40 AM
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New hobbyking arrival! 3 channel http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/s...dProduct=12181
Old 01-08-2011, 05:15 AM
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Hi there

Been running the ezrun8.5T with 60a ESC for nearly a year and it's a great system on and off road. Wanting more speed and wheelies so ordered the 5.5t. Am I ok to run default pinion or should I gear down?

Also ordered the proline dirt paws to replace the tired looking dirt works. Need more bite on grass at the park.

Also, which associated springs are best for general on and off road driving?

Finally, what are other bodies are an easy substitute for the dsx2?

Thanks.
I would have just went 3s with the 8.5, would have gave you another 10 mph or more. You should gear the new motor according to temps.
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That radio looks like a good deal.
Old 01-08-2011, 06:23 AM
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If you decide to buy it tell me (impressions).I'll wait for reviews(since I can't test it - I need my 30$ for upgrading my truck )
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ORIGINAL: v.n.v9569

Hello.
I have the E-Firestorm for half year and now i want to buy new radio.
I chose between two models: Futaba 2PL (2.4ghz) and Futaba 3PL (2.4ghz)
can you say me which radio better for these characteristics:
1. range
2. reliability
3. functionality
thanks in advance
p.s. sorry about my english






Get a GT-2 radio from Hobbyking.You will be ok.It's almost the same compared to the expensive radios.
http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/s...dProduct=10608

WOW! $16.59 for a radio?!?! Is anyone using this radio? I'm curious if it works well.
Old 01-08-2011, 12:48 PM
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Me.It's fine.Here is a review video : http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3WiSJ...9618D3&index=5 FS is the same with Hobbyking's radio.I have tested all things he says it can do and it's really able to.
Old 01-08-2011, 12:53 PM
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Also,remember to bind the radio(although it's already bound).(default failsafe may be full throttle.... - neutral or brake failsafe can be set if you move transmitter stick to neutral or brake during binding process)


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