Tex's first nitro MT-Savage X SS build thread
12-25-2006, 10:29 PM
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Tex's first nitro MT-Savage X SS build thread
This is my first nitro car, I got the kit(actually was on my xmas list, gift from wife and parents) since I enjoy assembling as much as running the cars themselves. I am not new to nitro as I am also into R/C flying as well. I plan on a lot of mods and I am sure to get a lot of help. Enjoy the build and all opinions are appreciated.
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12-25-2006, 10:34 PM
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RE: Tex's first nitro MT-Savage X SS build thread
Hey tex, I think the HPI MT forum will be a better place.
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/forumid_250/tt.htm
But kind of late now.
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/forumid_250/tt.htm
But kind of late now.
12-25-2006, 10:39 PM
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RE: Tex's first nitro MT-Savage X SS build thread
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Hey tex, I think the HPI MT forum will be a better place.
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/forumid_250/tt.htm
But kind of late now.
Hey tex, I think the HPI MT forum will be a better place.
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/forumid_250/tt.htm
But kind of late now.
12-25-2006, 10:41 PM
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RE: Tex's first nitro MT-Savage X SS build thread
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Props! Make sure you use the heat cycle method to break it in.
Props! Make sure you use the heat cycle method to break it in.
12-25-2006, 10:47 PM
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RE: Tex's first nitro MT-Savage X SS build thread
No it is the HPI, just not as specific as the HPI MT which is basically the savage forum. This is just as good though. Have fun with it.
12-25-2006, 10:55 PM
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RE: Tex's first nitro MT-Savage X SS build thread
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Most definitely, thanks for the heads up!
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Props! Make sure you use the heat cycle method to break it in.
Props! Make sure you use the heat cycle method to break it in.
12-25-2006, 10:59 PM
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RE: Tex's first nitro MT-Savage X SS build thread
Ya, the rain kinda sucks huh? From what I've read, I'll heat the motor with my heat gun to get it started. I plan to get a rotostart tomorrow and ditch the pull starter.
12-25-2006, 11:00 PM
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RE: Tex's first nitro MT-Savage X SS build thread
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Ya I gotta use that method again tomorrow for my tnx if it stops raining. It's a bit cold out so I'm wrapping the engine head in tin foil to make sure is gets to full temp as quickly as possible.
Ya I gotta use that method again tomorrow for my tnx if it stops raining. It's a bit cold out so I'm wrapping the engine head in tin foil to make sure is gets to full temp as quickly as possible.
12-25-2006, 11:02 PM
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RE: Tex's first nitro MT-Savage X SS build thread
Yup. I'm using a hairdryer on high since I have no heatgun though. DOn't you think It would be a pain in the butt heating it for all 8+ runs of the heat cycle? THat's why I'm using tin foil around the head and only heating it on the first one or two runs. Have you foundy any good literature on heat cycling? If not I could fing you a good write up on it.
12-25-2006, 11:06 PM
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Let me know how that TNX works out, how did they know what to get you for the motor?
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Ya I gotta use that method again tomorrow for my tnx if it stops raining. It's a bit cold out so I'm wrapping the engine head in tin foil to make sure is gets to full temp as quickly as possible.
Ya I gotta use that method again tomorrow for my tnx if it stops raining. It's a bit cold out so I'm wrapping the engine head in tin foil to make sure is gets to full temp as quickly as possible.
Ha ha ya they know that when I show them something it's a very specific part so I just link them my list off tower hobbies and bribe with the coupons and hope I get lucky
12-25-2006, 11:16 PM
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RE: Tex's first nitro MT-Savage X SS build thread
The is a break in manual with this kit, but it does not talk about heat cycling. basically it tells you to run two tanks never going to full throttle and never keeping a constant throttle. It does give temp guidelines though...
12-25-2006, 11:18 PM
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RE: Tex's first nitro MT-Savage X SS build thread
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Ha ha ya they know that when I show them something it's a very specific part so I just link them my list off tower hobbies and bribe with the coupons and hope I get lucky
Ha ha ya they know that when I show them something it's a very specific part so I just link them my list off tower hobbies and bribe with the coupons and hope I get lucky
It works!
12-25-2006, 11:22 PM
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RE: Tex's first nitro MT-Savage X SS build thread
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The is a break in manual with this kit, but it does not talk about heat cycling. basically it tells you to run two tanks never going to full throttle and never keeping a constant throttle. It does give temp guidelines though...
The is a break in manual with this kit, but it does not talk about heat cycling. basically it tells you to run two tanks never going to full throttle and never keeping a constant throttle. It does give temp guidelines though...
Here's a vague write up on heat cycling. http://www.johnnycoolguy.com/JCGR/ma..._break-in.html
The old break in puts too much stress the engine and heat cycling gets a better fitting piston/sleeve for lasting, strong compression.
12-26-2006, 12:43 AM
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RE: Tex's first nitro MT-Savage X SS build thread
The gear cases are pre-assembled, there are three, two diffs and one center transmission.
Here's a peak inside the transmission. Hmm, should there be grease in there?
Here's a peak inside the transmission. Hmm, should there be grease in there?
12-26-2006, 12:50 AM
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RE: Tex's first nitro MT-Savage X SS build thread
The manual is the size of a magazine, full of exploded views, parts listings and option parts.
Assembly is familiar and straight forward. Step A uses parts bag A.
Assembly is familiar and straight forward. Step A uses parts bag A.
12-26-2006, 02:19 PM
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RE: Tex's first nitro MT-Savage X SS build thread
The bearings are a tight fit in the steering knuckle. To seat the bearing without causing damage, I used the back side of a 1/2" socket to press them in.
