Backdraft 8E questions?
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Backdraft 8E questions?
Does the Backdraft 8Ehave a standard size wheel hub so I can use ProLine wheels/tires? Iwas looking through the manual on redcatracing.com and Idon't see any specification for it.
Also, Iwas wondering about the upgrade parts...they're listed as stainless steel in the manual, which seems strange to me. Is that just mis-translated, and they are actually aluminum? What about availability/pricing of these parts?
Also, Iwas wondering about the upgrade parts...they're listed as stainless steel in the manual, which seems strange to me. Is that just mis-translated, and they are actually aluminum? What about availability/pricing of these parts?
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RE: Backdraft 8E questions?
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Does the Backdraft 8E have a standard size wheel hub so I can use ProLine wheels/tires? I was looking through the manual on redcatracing.com and I don't see any specification for it.
Also, I was wondering about the upgrade parts...they're listed as stainless steel in the manual, which seems strange to me. Is that just mis-translated, and they are actually aluminum? What about availability/pricing of these parts?
Does the Backdraft 8E have a standard size wheel hub so I can use ProLine wheels/tires? I was looking through the manual on redcatracing.com and I don't see any specification for it.
Also, I was wondering about the upgrade parts...they're listed as stainless steel in the manual, which seems strange to me. Is that just mis-translated, and they are actually aluminum? What about availability/pricing of these parts?
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RE: Backdraft 8E questions?
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Thanks a lot for the reply!
Also, can you tell me whether the buggy uses hex or philips screws?
Thanks a lot for the reply!
Also, can you tell me whether the buggy uses hex or philips screws?
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RE: Backdraft 8E questions?
Unless they changed the hexes from the first batch they are 12mm hexes, mark here on the forums has one and they are 12, he put slash tires on em for a bit.
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RE: Backdraft 8E questions?
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Unless they changed the hexes from the first batch they are 12mm hexes, mark here on the forums has one and they are 12, he put slash tires on em for a bit.
Unless they changed the hexes from the first batch they are 12mm hexes, mark here on the forums has one and they are 12, he put slash tires on em for a bit.
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RE: Backdraft 8E questions?
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Unless they changed the hexes from the first batch they are 12mm hexes, mark here on the forums has one and they are 12, he put slash tires on em for a bit.
Unless they changed the hexes from the first batch they are 12mm hexes, mark here on the forums has one and they are 12, he put slash tires on em for a bit.
09-11-2009, 11:46 AM
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RE: Backdraft 8E questions?
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Unless they changed the hexes from the first batch they are 12mm hexes, mark here on the forums has one and they are 12, he put slash tires on em for a bit.
Unless they changed the hexes from the first batch they are 12mm hexes, mark here on the forums has one and they are 12, he put slash tires on em for a bit.
Backdraft 8E, 3.5 are 17mm hexes and all standard 1/8th scale buggy wheels and tires will fit, The Aftershock 8E and 3.5 models are a 12mm hex and require an upgrade kit in order to convert them to 17mm hexes.
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RE: Backdraft 8E questions?
This vehicle looks interesting, can we get some more pics of all thats included, as well as various chassis shots from above, in front, behind, and below?
Also, will there be a Pro version, no electronics offered?
What size are the big bore shocks ?
Also, will there be a Pro version, no electronics offered?
What size are the big bore shocks ?
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RE: Backdraft 8E questions?
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This vehicle looks interesting, can we get some more pics of all thats included, as well as various chassis shots from above, in front, behind, and below?
Also, will there be a Pro version, no electronics offered?
What size are the big bore shocks ?
This vehicle looks interesting, can we get some more pics of all thats included, as well as various chassis shots from above, in front, behind, and below?
Also, will there be a Pro version, no electronics offered?
What size are the big bore shocks ?
http://www.rctoysnh.com/catalog/prod...oducts_id=3771
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RE: Backdraft 8E questions?
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Yup, seen those. Looking for more detailed pics.
Yup, seen those. Looking for more detailed pics.
What are you looking for ?
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RE: Backdraft 8E questions?
pics without the electronics present from all the angles stated. Of the 4 pics on that link, i didn't see a bottom shot of the car to see the chassis from below.
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RE: Backdraft 8E questions?
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pics without the electronics present from all the angles stated. Of the 4 pics on that link, i didn't see a bottom shot of the car to see the chassis from below.
pics without the electronics present from all the angles stated. Of the 4 pics on that link, i didn't see a bottom shot of the car to see the chassis from below.
Thanks revolauncher
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RE: Backdraft 8E questions?
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wow that looks pretty narrow, cool stuff. Thanks for the pic.
Do they have plans to offer a race level vehicle?
wow that looks pretty narrow, cool stuff. Thanks for the pic.
Do they have plans to offer a race level vehicle?
What classes you going to run ?
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RE: Backdraft 8E questions?
Well I am a racer first, basher none. Speed would only matter to me as far as what is raceable. For me if I was theorizing on what I would want on a race vehicle, I probably look for things along these lines:
1. Fully equipped with race level electronics (Tekin, etc) vehicle should come in just at ROAR weight minimum assuming 4000mah - 5000mah lipos for the 10 minute length mains.
2. top quality aluminum of sufficient thickness
3. Big Bore aluminum shocks in the 16mm and above range
4. Fully equipped with hex hardware. High quality hardware as well.
5. Race Rubber ala Proline M3 Crimefighters V2 rims or similar, or, no tires and rims, but price reflecting this.
6. Offered as a Kit only
7. Can't tell from the pics, but if not on the sport, definitely want fully captured hingepins
8. High quality bearings throughout the car
9. Graphite used where it could benefit the car instead of aluminum for weight (battery holddowns, etc)
10. Plastics of sufficient stiffness yet durability (not sure if the current plastics are soft or are race grade, haven't seen a car in these parts).
11. Low slung body
12. Comparably prices to other quality race kits like the Hyper 9E and Caster Fusion Pro.
This is just off the top of my head without getting into specifics on how the vehicle is currently setup (diffs, etc).
I think Redcat has something here from at least a layout perspective could be VERY interesting for racing purposes. Caster took there design and has really ran with it, Redcat probably could do the same.
Right now my ride is the Hyper 9E, and I prefer it because I like how close to the centerline the electronics and running gear is, plus, with the center diff moved back, it puts more weight forward on the chassis for amazing steering. that is also I reason I like how narrow the chassis from the pics I have seen looks on the car. Plus, I like how the batteries appear to be protected by the chassis, nothing hanging over if what I can tell is correct.
1. Fully equipped with race level electronics (Tekin, etc) vehicle should come in just at ROAR weight minimum assuming 4000mah - 5000mah lipos for the 10 minute length mains.
2. top quality aluminum of sufficient thickness
3. Big Bore aluminum shocks in the 16mm and above range
4. Fully equipped with hex hardware. High quality hardware as well.
5. Race Rubber ala Proline M3 Crimefighters V2 rims or similar, or, no tires and rims, but price reflecting this.
6. Offered as a Kit only
7. Can't tell from the pics, but if not on the sport, definitely want fully captured hingepins
8. High quality bearings throughout the car
9. Graphite used where it could benefit the car instead of aluminum for weight (battery holddowns, etc)
10. Plastics of sufficient stiffness yet durability (not sure if the current plastics are soft or are race grade, haven't seen a car in these parts).
11. Low slung body
12. Comparably prices to other quality race kits like the Hyper 9E and Caster Fusion Pro.
This is just off the top of my head without getting into specifics on how the vehicle is currently setup (diffs, etc).
I think Redcat has something here from at least a layout perspective could be VERY interesting for racing purposes. Caster took there design and has really ran with it, Redcat probably could do the same.
Right now my ride is the Hyper 9E, and I prefer it because I like how close to the centerline the electronics and running gear is, plus, with the center diff moved back, it puts more weight forward on the chassis for amazing steering. that is also I reason I like how narrow the chassis from the pics I have seen looks on the car. Plus, I like how the batteries appear to be protected by the chassis, nothing hanging over if what I can tell is correct.
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RE: Backdraft 8E questions?
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Well I am a racer first, basher none. Speed would only matter to me as far as what is raceable. For me if I was theorizing on what I would want on a race vehicle, I probably look for things along these lines:
1. Fully equipped with race level electronics (Tekin, etc) vehicle should come in just at ROAR weight minimum assuming 4000mah - 5000mah lipos for the 10 minute length mains.
2. top quality aluminum of sufficient thickness
3. Big Bore aluminum shocks in the 16mm and above range
4. Fully equipped with hex hardware. High quality hardware as well.
5. Race Rubber ala Proline M3 Crimefighters V2 rims or similar, or, no tires and rims, but price reflecting this.
6. Offered as a Kit only
7. Can't tell from the pics, but if not on the sport, definitely want fully captured hingepins
8. High quality bearings throughout the car
9. Graphite used where it could benefit the car instead of aluminum for weight (battery holddowns, etc)
10. Plastics of sufficient stiffness yet durability (not sure if the current plastics are soft or are race grade, haven't seen a car in these parts).
11. Low slung body
12. Comparably prices to other quality race kits like the Hyper 9E and Caster Fusion Pro.
This is just off the top of my head without getting into specifics on how the vehicle is currently setup (diffs, etc).
I think Redcat has something here from at least a layout perspective could be VERY interesting for racing purposes. Caster took there design and has really ran with it, Redcat probably could do the same.
Right now my ride is the Hyper 9E, and I prefer it because I like how close to the centerline the electronics and running gear is, plus, with the center diff moved back, it puts more weight forward on the chassis for amazing steering. that is also I reason I like how narrow the chassis from the pics I have seen looks on the car. Plus, I like how the batteries appear to be protected by the chassis, nothing hanging over if what I can tell is correct.
Well I am a racer first, basher none. Speed would only matter to me as far as what is raceable. For me if I was theorizing on what I would want on a race vehicle, I probably look for things along these lines:
1. Fully equipped with race level electronics (Tekin, etc) vehicle should come in just at ROAR weight minimum assuming 4000mah - 5000mah lipos for the 10 minute length mains.
2. top quality aluminum of sufficient thickness
3. Big Bore aluminum shocks in the 16mm and above range
4. Fully equipped with hex hardware. High quality hardware as well.
5. Race Rubber ala Proline M3 Crimefighters V2 rims or similar, or, no tires and rims, but price reflecting this.
6. Offered as a Kit only
7. Can't tell from the pics, but if not on the sport, definitely want fully captured hingepins
8. High quality bearings throughout the car
9. Graphite used where it could benefit the car instead of aluminum for weight (battery holddowns, etc)
10. Plastics of sufficient stiffness yet durability (not sure if the current plastics are soft or are race grade, haven't seen a car in these parts).
11. Low slung body
12. Comparably prices to other quality race kits like the Hyper 9E and Caster Fusion Pro.
This is just off the top of my head without getting into specifics on how the vehicle is currently setup (diffs, etc).
I think Redcat has something here from at least a layout perspective could be VERY interesting for racing purposes. Caster took there design and has really ran with it, Redcat probably could do the same.
Right now my ride is the Hyper 9E, and I prefer it because I like how close to the centerline the electronics and running gear is, plus, with the center diff moved back, it puts more weight forward on the chassis for amazing steering. that is also I reason I like how narrow the chassis from the pics I have seen looks on the car. Plus, I like how the batteries appear to be protected by the chassis, nothing hanging over if what I can tell is correct.
No rollers available in the 8E Line.
The OFNA Hyper 9E roller runs around $430.00.
The Caster Racing Caster Fusion Pro roller runs around $450.00
We or you can build one to your specs but you are looking at a hefty price tag with electronics.
09-12-2009, 12:43 PM
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RE: Backdraft 8E questions?
Well thats a shame then as if the vehicle has the goods, then there are going to be those looking for a race level roller, or, you can do a race roller similar to how the 8ight-E is if the electronics are up to snuff.
09-12-2009, 01:46 PM
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We have not ruled out rollers on the 8E models as there have been numerous requests for them.
Compared to others Redcat is new and ultimately our plan is to get more into the race scene, but right now it is not our main focus.
The 8E models have only been out for a little over a month but already, there is a buzz about them. We sold out of the Aftershock 8E's very quickly and to be honest I have no idea how the word spread so fast. Granted they are great vehicles, but we have not done any marketing other than a few Youtube videos.
Regarding a roller, the initial plan will be the vehicle without batteries, motor, esc or remote. It would also come with an unpainted body. We want to also offer the roller with 17mm hubs and some other hopups already installed. No price is set yet but the goal is to start slow and offer some around late January or February.
Darin
Compared to others Redcat is new and ultimately our plan is to get more into the race scene, but right now it is not our main focus.
The 8E models have only been out for a little over a month but already, there is a buzz about them. We sold out of the Aftershock 8E's very quickly and to be honest I have no idea how the word spread so fast. Granted they are great vehicles, but we have not done any marketing other than a few Youtube videos.
Regarding a roller, the initial plan will be the vehicle without batteries, motor, esc or remote. It would also come with an unpainted body. We want to also offer the roller with 17mm hubs and some other hopups already installed. No price is set yet but the goal is to start slow and offer some around late January or February.
Darin
09-13-2009, 08:42 AM
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RE: Backdraft 8E questions?
12 mm. hex means it can utilize all the Slash wheel/tire combos. I prefer the 17mm. option too, but it is available as an upgrade already.
Cainlord, they are 16mm. big bore shocks (alloys available as upgrade). A race configuration is definitely do-able, and could still come in well under the price point of the current offerings by Losi, Associated, etc. I'd go for it if there was a class in my area. The stock ESC, Motor would beplenty quickfor track time. Get some 5000mah 2 cell hard case Lipos and better radio gear and you would be quite happy. Even the stock servo is metal cased, geared, and quite durable. Veryquick turn-in, with 125 oz/in torque rating.
Cainlord, they are 16mm. big bore shocks (alloys available as upgrade). A race configuration is definitely do-able, and could still come in well under the price point of the current offerings by Losi, Associated, etc. I'd go for it if there was a class in my area. The stock ESC, Motor would beplenty quickfor track time. Get some 5000mah 2 cell hard case Lipos and better radio gear and you would be quite happy. Even the stock servo is metal cased, geared, and quite durable. Veryquick turn-in, with 125 oz/in torque rating.