breaking in???
 

what is the proper way to break in your truck?

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where do you live?

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i mean, how far up do you live? it does matter.

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i live in florida

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From the very first time you start your engine, place your car on the ground and begin running it in 3-5 minute intervals, tuned “slightly rich” (factory setting) while getting the engine temperature up in the 180f – 200f range on a normal day. Every 3-5 minutes, shut the engine down & let it cool to the touch and then fire it back up again. Continue this cycle until you run it 15 minutes or so, and then bump up to 6-7 minute intervals. Vary the RPM’s and do not be afraid to get the temperatures in the low 200 range. What you want is heat cycling of the components without the incredible stress that comes with breaking an engine in when it is overly rich AND cold. After cycling the engine in this manner for about 20-25 total run time minutes, it will be ready for a fairly “normal” run. Run about 2 to 3 tanks of fuel through the engine while being “kind” to the engine and then you can let loose for some full speed action. Realize that this method goes against the old "idle on the box" routine, where you just let the engine idle continuously for 2 to 3 tanks of fuel. It WILL allow for gently breaking in your engine while getting used to your R/C controls, maneuvering, speed and distance needed to safely operate your new car. DO NOT run your car wide open (full throttle) during the break-in period (2 to 3 tanks of fuel). There will be PLENTY of time for that later. You should run the engine at "factory settings" for the first 2-3 tanks, as the factory settings are very rich (adds oil to the mix) which allows for good lubrication of ALL internal parts.

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THANX FOR THE INFO:D


BUBBZ

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dont fpget when its cooling to place piston at BDC bottom dead center

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Very good Blue I forgot to say that. Bubb If you are wondering what that is. Blue is just telling you to make sure when cooling you leave your piston at the bottom of the cylinder. You can determine this by taking out the Glow plug and looking down the cylinder then spin the flywheel so the piton is at the bottom. Once you determine the bottom you can mark the flywheel under your r/c with a magic marker so you know where the bottom is with out taking the glow plug out everytime. You will also get a feel for this the more you do it.
I hope this helps anymore ? feel free to ask. Especially if you don't understand what we are talking about. Good luck Greg

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cool thanx for helping, theres a lot of stuff to learn in this hobby. i thought you just put gas and start i was wrong!also my brakes dont work very well.any suggestions on adjustments or upgrades?

BUBBZ

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Ok there are 2 ways you can do this. The first way is : There should be an adjustment that is connected to your break and your throttle arm. The picture with the red arrow pointing to it. The 2nd is your trim on your radio if your turn it clockwise is more break counter is more throttle.

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also if you have took your throttle servo horn off you might have to reset it for the brakes to be engaged

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i had to change my throttle servo because it wasnt strong enough to break or something, put a futaba servo in and it was fine.

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do you think he should check the allen screws that hold the break shoes togther? I did have mine come alittle loose.

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they are supposed to be a little loose, too tight and they will create drag.

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they shouldnt need to be tightened up that quick didnt he just get his car but you never know maybe they were to tight from the factory and it wore the pads so you might want to check the brake pads and make sure they arent to loose

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THANX FOR THE HELP I WAS MESSING AROUND ,THE THUMB SCREW WAS LOOSE,ALLENS ON PADS WERE LOOSE,TRIM WASNT SET IN NEURTAL. I ADJUSTED IT AND NOW ITS RUNNING/STOPPING GOOD.IT HAS ALSO FLIPED PRETTY GOOD PRETY HARD TO CONTROL AT FIRST BUT IM GETTING THE HANG OF IT


THANX
BUBBZ

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just make sure you didnt overtighten the brake pads or you will wear the pads down very quick and there might be more stress on the motor if there real tight

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Sorry about that I really didn't explain very well. MY BAD i should have just not even mentioned that one. I didn't even think to tell him that it is supposed to be alittle loose. Mine where really loose. Again my Bad and thanks ehroof an zack for setting him straight.