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Old 12-08-2007, 02:27 PM
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hey guys what do you think about the new HPI RTR Nitro RS4 MT2 G3.0 is it worth to buy it?
I have heard that it would be some problems with the design of the truck.
What is your opinion?
Thank you
Old 12-08-2007, 02:43 PM
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the diffs are steel instead of the pot metal the old .15 were. They are not the SS diff gears though. Different part numbers. Not sure if it is just gearing or still a different material.
I have one. I am not familiar with the older versions to know of the common issues with them. If you have any specific ??s on it ask and i will do my best to answer you.
Old 12-08-2007, 10:16 PM
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Yes the gears in the the RTR 3.0 are better then the ones in the older MT RTR.
Old 12-09-2007, 03:10 AM
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ORIGINAL: burlan

hey guys what do you think about the new HPI RTR Nitro RS4 MT2 G3.0 is it worth to buy it?
I have heard that it would be some problems with the design of the truck.
What is your opinion?
Thank you

Hey guys, all due respect to those of you who enjoy the MT2. I only disagree partially, and I want to say that HPI did a wonderfulful job with the marketing. I own a few nitro vehicles and this hobby is not new to me. I dont want to offend ANYONE. I LOVE H...P...I. BUT....I dont love the new MT2 G3.0. I sold it for 100 dollars less than I bought it for. I just wasnt impressed. It started everytime and for the most part, was reliable, but there was minimal power. I want something else. This wasnt NEAR what I was expecting, not even close. I hope the Firestorm has more to offer. Maybe Ill just wait a little longer and get the Baja 5 SS. This truck was very reliable.....but not suited for me. Thanks for listening.
Old 12-09-2007, 08:39 AM
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Default RE: Official HPI MT2 Thread

hey
what do you guys thinks of the axiel .28 in the mt2 18ss kit
has anyone put an engine this big into one??

cheers
Old 12-09-2007, 11:31 AM
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Comparing a 2-wheel drive to a 4-wheel drive in my opinion is like comparing oranges with apples. I assure you my HPI MT 1 ¾ is far from slow with the OS 18 TZ in it. Most RTR come with a sports engine and are not real fast. Yes I think the Firestorm will be faster because it does not have all the friction of 4-heel drive. Now if you where to run a stock Firestorm against my MT I do not think it would have a chance.

As far as putting an Axel 28 in the MT even with a SS you better get ready to do other up grades. My MT 1 ¾ with all SS drive train when I put the OS 18 TZ in I still had to make changes to keep the drive train from breaking. The OS 18 TZ is a drop in engine and has as much HP as many big blocks and has more power then you will ever need. But if you just want a project go for it but I would not do it if it is your daily runner or only truck. Matter of fact if it is your only and daily runner I would not put the OS 18 TZ in it. [X(]
Old 12-09-2007, 05:26 PM
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I love my g3.0 just put GPM C-hubs and knuckle arm set, i have read that GPM parts were not good but i found this are very good quality and came with 4 ball bearings, they fit nicely, i have change shock springs for HPI purple ones and put 60w shock oil so now i can lower the truck for racing, im just waiting for RPM wheels to mount my new v-groove tires i hope they came this week

Old 12-09-2007, 06:29 PM
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decided to sell mine as not getting used very much since i got a rush evo which seems to be way more fun to drive plus i have a savage for more serious bashing oh and BACKUPS watch what you are doing with the c hubs as the mounts for the front shocks can become bent after a crash i noticed that on mine
Old 12-09-2007, 09:30 PM
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GPM parts are made from cast not billet and billet is stronger. All so GPM quality control is not near as good as many others. But if you are happy with them all is good.

Keep in mind the Rush Evo is discontinued and would be a good idea to buy all the extra parts you can get. All so on the Rush make sure you keep the slipper adjusted properly as if you do not will eat up the plastic gear in the transmission. I have an original Rush my self but do not drive it but about once a year as I much rather drive my Hyper 8, Savage or MT.
Old 12-09-2007, 09:49 PM
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Default RE: Official HPI MT2 Thread

hey
i know this thread will be bias but..
what do you think of the hpi mt2 18ss kit compared to the hpi firestorm
i want something i can do jumps with, go fast and not too hard to drive
i like the idea of doing wheelies with the fire storm, can you make the mt2 do wheelies?

what are the pros and cons of the 2 cars?
Old 12-10-2007, 10:30 AM
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tanx for advice about parts but theres plenty of shops in uk selling stuff for them only thing i broke so far is a front a arm no probs with slipper changed brake hub to alloy hardened one
Old 12-10-2007, 04:07 PM
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Default RE: Official HPI MT2 Thread

Hi guys, long time ago that if been on this forum. This because i pauzed this hobby.[X(]

But now im back! and im gonna order some stuff again @ towers[>:]

So my questions:
-Do you recoomend the carbon shock towers of HPI?
-And the carbon upperdeck?
-any other essensial upgrades that i will need?

I already have:
-OS CV-RX
-THS tuned pipe
-Gearing 16/49
-2 disk brakes
-HPI 3 stage filter

Thanx[&:]
Old 12-10-2007, 06:22 PM
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Never ran the carbon fiber, as I never had a problem with the stock plastic parts.
Old 12-11-2007, 06:11 AM
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Hmm, so you say i better can keep the original plastic ones?

And im gonna buy the HPI alu shocks. What kind of visicosity of oil do you guys recommend?

There arent any piggyback shocks that wil fit the MT2 right? Cuz those are sooooo cool[X(]
Old 12-11-2007, 09:10 AM
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Default RE: Official HPI MT2 Thread

hey thanks heaps!
and sorry for the slow reply
i just bought the 18TZ for my on-road so i can try that on my MT when i get it
im looking at the mt2 18ss+ kit
do you think i will be able to wheelie with the axiel .28?
i guess when i try the TZ in it, i'll decide if i want more torque

cheers

one more thing, how much 'bashing' can the mt2 take? :P (jumps ect.)
Old 12-11-2007, 01:49 PM
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ORIGINAL: rhysdejager
one more thing, how much 'bashing' can the mt2 take? :P (jumps ect.)
About two tanks for me, then I go through tightening most of the screws, if I don’t I'm usually walking around trying to find the screws I didn’t tighten []

The main screws to tighten are the screws in your uprights and the 86094 in your drivetrain [8D]

I hope this helps
Old 12-11-2007, 03:22 PM
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ORIGINAL: liu

Hi guys, long time ago that if been on this forum. This because i pauzed this hobby.[X(]

But now im back! and im gonna order some stuff again @ towers[>:]

So my questions:
-Do you recoomend the carbon shock towers of HPI?
-And the carbon upperdeck?
-any other essensial upgrades that i will need?

I already have:
-OS CV-RX
-THS tuned pipe
-Gearing 16/49
-2 disk brakes
-HPI 3 stage filter

Thanx[&:]
I have compared my stock MT2, to that of a stock one bar the carbon upper deck and shock towers, and i have to say, that they are AMAZING! They barely flex and way really light. I would say just try the upper deck, because that is the main thing that makes it more rigid.

MORE SPEED
Old 12-11-2007, 05:56 PM
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cheers
i remember that
Old 12-11-2007, 08:45 PM
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When I use to run my MT 1 ¾ a lot I use to run ¼ to ½ gallons a day and had very few problems. Matter of fact I use to race it against brushless 2 wheel drives on a track and it did quite well. When I race any of my nitro vehicles I do very meticulous prep work. When I spend a day racing I will spend about 8 to 10 hours of prep and service work before the next race. As any racer be RC or 1 to 1 and maintenance is very important!!!

I never seen any need for carbon fiber other then it looks really good on my MT and some flex is a good thing and is why I all so do not run a lot of alloy other then what came on it.
Old 12-12-2007, 05:04 PM
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Default RE: Official HPI MT2 Thread

Hmm,

Then ill only buy the carbon upperdeck of HPI

And another questions:

-i want to fill my diffs with oil, what visicosity do you guys recommend?
-the HPI aluminium shocks, what visicosity of oil do i need for that?


Its pure for recreation rides, not for racing or something like that. Mabey in the future i will go to a track.
Old 12-12-2007, 05:35 PM
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you cant fill your diff with oil - there is no gasket on the diffs for the MT2.

Use the HPI springs instead.
Old 12-13-2007, 09:19 AM
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I know that this has been addressed a million times in this thread, I however do not have time to read through all of the previous threads.
I wanted to request that someone please send me a list of company's that sell hop up parts for the HPI MT 2. I purchased a truck kit for my son for Christmas and I would like to upgrade the parts.
Any suggestions as to where to start and the most effective upgrades.
Thank You all in advance.
Joseph Bushway
Old 12-13-2007, 10:12 AM
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hey everybody geuss what im getting my replacement parts finaly and its been snowing up here in the mile high city and i will hopefully post pics if i have time to take them lol
Old 12-13-2007, 07:57 PM
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GPM make a wide range of hop-up parts for the MT
but there not the best quality around
the sell them on ebay
Old 12-15-2007, 10:30 AM
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arrrg[:@]how do you set up your guys throttle and brake linkages because i cant get mine to brake with out closeing the carb and killing the engine[&o]please help

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