official smartech buggy thread
08-06-2007 | 02:47 PM
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From: chatham kent, , UNITED KINGDOM
RE: official smartech buggy thread
buggy 12 when you pull the pull start do the wheels turn? if so it will be the cluch if not it will be idleing to high so you need to turn down the needle
08-06-2007 | 04:53 PM
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RE: official smartech buggy thread
well I did wanna get a tuned pipe and header. What do you guys think would be the best pipe and header 2 go along with my O.S. 18TM? It needs 2 be a right side exhaust set up.
08-06-2007 | 05:08 PM
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not sure this is the tunned pipe and header kit for the os 18tm http://impaktrc.com/product_info.php...osCsid=d5e22ae
there is also alot on that site that will fit
there is also alot on that site that will fit
08-06-2007 | 05:16 PM
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RE: official smartech buggy thread
Well I already have the manifold I just need the pipe. Thsi does look like it will work tho. what about a driveshaft? Im sure the stock driveshaft is gonna be a little 2 weak 4 all the power and prolly a diff as well.
08-06-2007 | 05:21 PM
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should be able to handle the power as people have put bigger motos in than the os 18 you might be able to get steel drive shafts and dif outdrives
some one eles might know
some one eles might know
08-06-2007 | 05:29 PM
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RE: official smartech buggy thread
well I guess I'll just go with what I have now and see how it does with the engine. But thanks 4 the link 2 the exhaust. I think I will get that 1 ans see how things go.
08-06-2007 | 09:07 PM
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RE: official smartech buggy thread
the OS 18TM won't work. It is rear exaust, so your header will hit the rear upper chassis plate. You need the OS 18 CV-RX with rotary carb for a direct fit engine.
http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXGGP7
http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXGGP7
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Well I have a few questions about the Smartech buggy as well. I also own the winner sport and Its not all that bad. Its a great project car. Thats the reason I got into the hobby anyway. I would rather build it up myself rather then buy one for 500 or more $
Anyway my question is, Will I be able 2 fit the O.S. .18TM in the car and what other things should I change about the car? I am already looking 2 buy better shocks. Also should I change the clutch, flywheel. and clutch shoe or anything else. What is a good failsafe that will fit in the car? I am also just learnig. I know a lot about cars so I look at rc cars in that aspect just on a smaller scale.
CAN NE 1 HELP????????? THANKS.
Well I have a few questions about the Smartech buggy as well. I also own the winner sport and Its not all that bad. Its a great project car. Thats the reason I got into the hobby anyway. I would rather build it up myself rather then buy one for 500 or more $
Anyway my question is, Will I be able 2 fit the O.S. .18TM in the car and what other things should I change about the car? I am already looking 2 buy better shocks. Also should I change the clutch, flywheel. and clutch shoe or anything else. What is a good failsafe that will fit in the car? I am also just learnig. I know a lot about cars so I look at rc cars in that aspect just on a smaller scale.
CAN NE 1 HELP????????? THANKS.
08-07-2007 | 10:43 AM
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RE: official smartech buggy thread
hi Doc P
I got a Q about this OS engine. Will it be a direct bolt on or would someone need more accessories to fit the engine i.e. engine mounts, manifold gaskets, Just curious to know the pattern of the complete swap.
Thanks in advance for your help
Maurice
I got a Q about this OS engine. Will it be a direct bolt on or would someone need more accessories to fit the engine i.e. engine mounts, manifold gaskets, Just curious to know the pattern of the complete swap.
Thanks in advance for your help
Maurice
08-07-2007 | 10:58 AM
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RE: official smartech buggy thread
Well by looking at some of the specs on the engine it does looks like its gonna fit. I know the O.S. 18 CV-RX will fit. The only thing about the O.S. .18 TM that you may run into some problems is with the crankshaft. Its an easy fix tho. Just get a new crankshaft. That is what I have been told anyway. If anyone has anything diff feel free 2 let us know.
08-07-2007 | 11:04 AM
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RE: official smartech buggy thread
the clutch works and when i tried adjusting the idle needle it doesnt really work, should i turn it clockwise or counterclockwise to turn the idle down
08-07-2007 | 11:19 AM
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RE: official smartech buggy thread
I think clockwise turns the idle down, but just look at the barrel opening to make sure. Also check your throttle trim to make sure the the servo isn't holding the barrel more open then the idle set screw.
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thanks do you have any more suggestions, wich way do i turn the idle needle to turn it down
thanks do you have any more suggestions, wich way do i turn the idle needle to turn it down
08-07-2007 | 11:21 AM
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RE: official smartech buggy thread
The OS 18 CV-RX is a direct fit. You can use the motor mounts, header, clutch, flywheel etc.... from the smartech engine and put it on the OS.
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hi Doc P
I got a Q about this OS engine. Will it be a direct bolt on or would someone need more accessories to fit the engine i.e. engine mounts, manifold gaskets, Just curious to know the pattern of the complete swap.
Thanks in advance for your help
Maurice
hi Doc P
I got a Q about this OS engine. Will it be a direct bolt on or would someone need more accessories to fit the engine i.e. engine mounts, manifold gaskets, Just curious to know the pattern of the complete swap.
Thanks in advance for your help
Maurice
08-07-2007 | 11:39 AM
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RE: official smartech buggy thread
well, the OS is an awesome engine and makes a ton of power. They start right up and hold a tune forever. However, you will be transferring addition power through the drive train, so if you womp on the gas you run the risk of stripping your plastic spur gears or breaking dogbones.
I really liked the Smartech engines. I had 3 of them and never had a problem with any of the engines themselves. Only had a OWB in the pull starter die on me. Other then that, I liked them. They were a little low on power compared to others, but they ran great.
I really liked the Smartech engines. I had 3 of them and never had a problem with any of the engines themselves. Only had a OWB in the pull starter die on me. Other then that, I liked them. They were a little low on power compared to others, but they ran great.
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thanks dock i was thinking about putting an os engine in my car do they run prety good with an os engine
thanks dock i was thinking about putting an os engine in my car do they run prety good with an os engine
08-07-2007 | 12:22 PM
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RE: official smartech buggy thread
What so u guys think would be the best header and exhaust 2 get 4 the 18 CV-RX? Does anyone have a link they could post or have a website?
08-07-2007 | 12:43 PM
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RE: official smartech buggy thread
Here's what I recommend:
http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin...&I=LXSP47&P=ML
http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin...&I=LXBTB5&P=ML
http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin...&I=LXSP47&P=ML
http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin...&I=LXBTB5&P=ML
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What so u guys think would be the best header and exhaust 2 get 4 the 18 CV-RX? Does anyone have a link they could post or have a website?
What so u guys think would be the best header and exhaust 2 get 4 the 18 CV-RX? Does anyone have a link they could post or have a website?
08-07-2007 | 02:51 PM
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RE: official smartech buggy thread
Well you said it wont fit the O.S. 18TM because its rear exhaust and will hit the rear upper chassis plate. What if I were 2 buy the header that fits the engine and is horse shoe shaped so it will curve around and I can have it as the right hand side exhaust set up that I need it 2 be?
