Redcat Monsoon Thread
02-04-2008, 10:54 PM
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RE: Redcats Monsoon Thread
ORIGINAL: Clermont Hobby
great post Chris.. but the radical will still take it
great post Chris.. but the radical will still take it
02-07-2008, 12:47 AM
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RE: Redcats Monsoon Thread
The Monsoon is a Race Truggy. Why would you want to make it HEAVIER with Aluminum parts?
Uless they make a PRO version with Carbon Fiber Parts. Now THAT would be cool!
Uless they make a PRO version with Carbon Fiber Parts. Now THAT would be cool!
02-12-2008, 09:24 PM
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RE: Redcats Monsoon Thread
[quote]ORIGINAL: ridgerunner1
Hey all new to the redcat forum been wanting a truggy after running a guys jammin from work, I got a Tmaxx fixed up to race and a jato now the new monsoon the kid i got it from in town here had only ran less then a QT of fuel thru it picked it up for 200, now for the fun i always tear down my new rigs just to check them out going thru this froum i am getting some good tips, got to order some new servos and clean out the diffs and reoil other then that this thing looks very well built should hold up nicely, anyway keep up the good work in here I'll be in and out of here from time to time.
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Well got the monsoon all cleaned up and back together went with 5-7-3 for the diff oils, 40wt. in front shocks and 50wt. in the rear, put a 208 oz torque servro for streeing got dirt guards on the way from Amain, next need to pick up some new tires and wheels think i'll give the proline holeshots a try o and a new body also.
Took the monsoon out for a little spin in the street and wow runs really good next full warm day i need to give it a good tune and a little ajustments here and there and its ready, the ten tooth bell will work out good on the track by my house its on the small side but will have to get the 12 tooth for the larger tracks, all in all i am happy with this purchase.
Hey all new to the redcat forum been wanting a truggy after running a guys jammin from work, I got a Tmaxx fixed up to race and a jato now the new monsoon the kid i got it from in town here had only ran less then a QT of fuel thru it picked it up for 200, now for the fun i always tear down my new rigs just to check them out going thru this froum i am getting some good tips, got to order some new servos and clean out the diffs and reoil other then that this thing looks very well built should hold up nicely, anyway keep up the good work in here I'll be in and out of here from time to time.
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Well got the monsoon all cleaned up and back together went with 5-7-3 for the diff oils, 40wt. in front shocks and 50wt. in the rear, put a 208 oz torque servro for streeing got dirt guards on the way from Amain, next need to pick up some new tires and wheels think i'll give the proline holeshots a try o and a new body also.
Took the monsoon out for a little spin in the street and wow runs really good next full warm day i need to give it a good tune and a little ajustments here and there and its ready, the ten tooth bell will work out good on the track by my house its on the small side but will have to get the 12 tooth for the larger tracks, all in all i am happy with this purchase.
02-13-2008, 01:20 PM
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RE: Redcat Monsoon Thread
Informative thread guys!
I am thinking my next purchase will be a Monsoon or Exceed Battalian so the info is great!
I have a couple of questions;
Will the bash bar from the VTX Truggy fit on the Monsoon? It sure looks like the front end is the same?
I really would like the Monsoon to have a bash bar!
What is the deal with the amount of oil in the diffs? More or less oil has what effect on the performance of the diffs?
How does this effect the center diff?
Overall sounds like a decent ride for the $$$ aside from some tuning and maintance, both expected with a vehicle like this.
Hope to join the club soon,
Dusty
Did Red Cat make good on all the busted parts mentioned above? Such as the mis-shimed diffs?
Why is the sway bar on the back? Woulden't you think it should be on the front?
Why don't you guys like "the long clutch bell"?
I am thinking my next purchase will be a Monsoon or Exceed Battalian so the info is great!
I have a couple of questions;
Will the bash bar from the VTX Truggy fit on the Monsoon? It sure looks like the front end is the same?
I really would like the Monsoon to have a bash bar!
What is the deal with the amount of oil in the diffs? More or less oil has what effect on the performance of the diffs?
How does this effect the center diff?
Overall sounds like a decent ride for the $$$ aside from some tuning and maintance, both expected with a vehicle like this.
Hope to join the club soon,
Dusty
Did Red Cat make good on all the busted parts mentioned above? Such as the mis-shimed diffs?
Why is the sway bar on the back? Woulden't you think it should be on the front?
Why don't you guys like "the long clutch bell"?
02-13-2008, 10:22 PM
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RE: Redcat Monsoon Thread
doug here is the thread on the diff fluids. I posted this a while back. http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/m_6278408/tm.htm
02-17-2008, 03:02 PM
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Well guys here are some pics and a rundown of everything I have done to my monsoon and have on it as of today the you guys can use for a setup and is for sale, PM me, this monsoon is FAST and has kept up with many other brand truggies the way it sits.
-Rebuilt SH.28 with 5 tanks through it, you cannot turn flywheel over by hand it is still so tight
-Losi exhaust pipe
-Cen Matrix differential gears upgrade with 10-30-3 diff fluids
-14mm Big Bore shocks with 30wt oi (12mm are stock)
-Dual disc brake setup front and rear
-Front swaybar (does not come from factory with it)
-1/2" hub extension by Ofna
-Pro-line rims with Crimefighter tires 1/2" offset
-Thicker steering plate
-Spektrum 270 throttle and 590 steering servo, no receiver or radio
-Rotostart backing plate
-Cen Matrix body
-Extra parts I have are 1 shock spring, 6 clutch bells (2-12 tooth and 4-10 tooth), 2 shock shafts, 2 hinge pins, one pullstart, and one rear dogbone.
-Rebuilt SH.28 with 5 tanks through it, you cannot turn flywheel over by hand it is still so tight
-Losi exhaust pipe
-Cen Matrix differential gears upgrade with 10-30-3 diff fluids
-14mm Big Bore shocks with 30wt oi (12mm are stock)
-Dual disc brake setup front and rear
-Front swaybar (does not come from factory with it)
-1/2" hub extension by Ofna
-Pro-line rims with Crimefighter tires 1/2" offset
-Thicker steering plate
-Spektrum 270 throttle and 590 steering servo, no receiver or radio
-Rotostart backing plate
-Cen Matrix body
-Extra parts I have are 1 shock spring, 6 clutch bells (2-12 tooth and 4-10 tooth), 2 shock shafts, 2 hinge pins, one pullstart, and one rear dogbone.
02-17-2008, 05:21 PM
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RE: Redcat Monsoon Thread
Where can I find the best price on a Monsoon? I think I need (really want) but the wife is thinking differently.
Thanks for the help
Thanks for the help
02-17-2008, 06:56 PM
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RE: Redcat Monsoon Thread
ORIGINAL: schlags62
Where can I find the best price on a Monsoon? I think I need (really want) but the wife is thinking differently.
Thanks for the help
Where can I find the best price on a Monsoon? I think I need (really want) but the wife is thinking differently.
Thanks for the help
02-17-2008, 08:07 PM
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ORIGINAL: tommie!
Hey, how come you selling after all that work and postin? You should keep it!
Hey, how come you selling after all that work and postin? You should keep it!
02-17-2008, 08:09 PM
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RE: Redcats Monsoon Thread
yea but what you gunna do if you break the hyper the st-rr and the caster?? lol i ran all three of my trucks today and not one is running now!!!![:@]
02-19-2008, 01:07 PM
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RE: Redcats Monsoon Thread
Who wants to buy my Monsoon for $100.00?? If you live in the Phoenix area let me know. I finally got it broken in and running then the pull start broke. I hafve a new pull start for it I just don't want to mess with it anymore, i like my MGT way to much. If you are interested in a trade or want to buy it for $100.00 either PM me or email me at [email protected] It comes with everything that it came with new, radio etc. everything, I will even throw in a fuel bottle and what is left of my Sidewinder 20% nitro.
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Who wants to buy my Monsoon for $100.00?? If you live in the Phoenix area let me know. I finally got it broken in and running then the pull start broke. I hafve a new pull start for it I just don't want to mess with it anymore, i like my MGT way to much. If you are interested in a trade or want to buy it for $100.00 either PM me or email me at [email protected] It comes with everything that it came with new, radio etc. everything, I will even throw in a fuel bottle and what is left of my Sidewinder 20% nitro.
Who wants to buy my Monsoon for $100.00?? If you live in the Phoenix area let me know. I finally got it broken in and running then the pull start broke. I hafve a new pull start for it I just don't want to mess with it anymore, i like my MGT way to much. If you are interested in a trade or want to buy it for $100.00 either PM me or email me at [email protected] It comes with everything that it came with new, radio etc. everything, I will even throw in a fuel bottle and what is left of my Sidewinder 20% nitro.
02-20-2008, 12:01 PM
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RE: Redcats Monsoon Thread
thanks for that smoking deal on the monsoon!!!!!! [sm=thumbup.gif][sm=biggrin.gif]sorry you had problems with it. it is in excellant shape, well except the motor has no pinch. can you say p6, hope you have them dennis!!!