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Forum: RC Car General Discussions
05-28-2022, 05:46 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 998
Posted By BKoz559

It sounds like you solved your own issue. That...

It sounds like you solved your own issue. That VXL3S somehow died when it came in contact with water even though they're sealed.
Forum: RC Car General Discussions
05-28-2022, 05:46 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 998
Posted By BKoz559

It sounds like you solved your own issue. That...

It sounds like you solved your own issue. That VXL3S somehow died when it came in contact with water even though they're sealed.
Forum: RC Electric Off-Road Trucks, Buggies, Truggies and more
05-08-2021, 04:54 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 6,787
Posted By BKoz559

You should select the KV rating for the type of...

You should select the KV rating for the type of driving you're doing, that's after you've chosen the size of motor you need based on the vehicle you're driving. 1/10 scale motors are 36mm diameter...
Forum: RC Electric Off-Road Trucks, Buggies, Truggies and more
04-11-2021, 10:50 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 6,787
Posted By BKoz559

The stator design can vary depending on what the...

The stator design can vary depending on what the motor is intended for, meaning 1/10 2wd or 1/8 4wd off road for example. The basic setup is 2 or 4-pole rotor with 6 slots around the can. Basically...
Forum: RC Car Radio Equipment
04-04-2021, 08:19 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 6,750
Posted By BKoz559

Unplug the motor wires from the motor then...

Unplug the motor wires from the motor then perform the procedure for calibrating the ESC throttle positions. Be sure your transmitter settings for CH2 are centered and the end points are set at...
Forum: RC Electric Off-Road Trucks, Buggies, Truggies and more
04-04-2021, 08:08 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 6,787
Posted By BKoz559

In a short answer the motors are built on the...

In a short answer the motors are built on the same basic principals and basically operate the same. However, the number of slots in the stator and number of poles on the rotor will usually differ,...
Forum: RC Car General Discussions
04-04-2021, 07:47 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 899
Posted By BKoz559

You can soften the suspension a little and move...

You can soften the suspension a little and move the shock positions so that it naturally sits closer to the ground. If the spring rates and oil weight are on the heavy side then the suspension...
Forum: Off Topic Forum - Cars, Trucks, Buggies and more
03-28-2021, 08:06 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 9,539
Posted By BKoz559

I thought I must be crazy for having 20 year old...

I thought I must be crazy for having 20 year old projects in the back of my mind that I never get around to. I'm not the only one apparently. I've actually had a similar idea of some sort of pan...
Forum: RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros
02-13-2021, 10:14 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,035
Posted By BKoz559

The transmitter & receiver are a system so your...

The transmitter & receiver are a system so your existing receiver will not longer be used. I'd look at Spektrum surface radios for quality & price. I own an older DX4 Pro and a Futaba 4PK-R. ...
Forum: RC Car General Discussions
02-12-2021, 07:12 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,339
Posted By BKoz559

This sounded suspect from the beginning.

This sounded suspect from the beginning.
Forum: RC Car General Discussions
02-11-2021, 08:26 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,339
Posted By BKoz559

You'll want to talk with some of the drivers at...

You'll want to talk with some of the drivers at the track about what type of vehicles and equipment they use. They run "hobby-grade" RC vehicles. Toystore RC vehicles are "toy-grade." You'll need...
Forum: Batteries & Chargers
01-28-2021, 09:43 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,503
Posted By BKoz559

I mean last longer as in a longer lifespan. I've...

I mean last longer as in a longer lifespan. I've made the mistake of using an inadequate battery for an application. By doing so I stressed the pack past it's limit, it puffed slightly. I continued...
Forum: Batteries & Chargers
01-27-2021, 06:53 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,503
Posted By BKoz559

I think you misunderstood me. But no worries. ...

I think you misunderstood me. But no worries.

I agree with verification of the ratings; it's sort of a "one-time" event.

The other half of the "C" rating that people don't always understand its...
Forum: RC Car General Discussions
01-26-2021, 09:42 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,929
Posted By BKoz559

Couple of those look like old slot car chasis'...

Couple of those look like old slot car chasis' converted to RC. Or at the very least, someone used slot car parts to repair / rebuild a RC chasis.
Forum: RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros
01-26-2021, 09:36 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 600
Posted By BKoz559

Do we know for certain that the motor / ESC can...

Do we know for certain that the motor / ESC can take 3S LiPo power? If not then one or both may have been damaged.

Let's think this through a little. The motor getting hot means there's high...
Forum: Batteries & Chargers
01-22-2021, 05:02 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,503
Posted By BKoz559

That's what I was suggesting in my earlier post...

That's what I was suggesting in my earlier post that it seems to me that the C rating is overemphasized for marketing. Meaning that not only can a manufacturer sell a battery of higher capacity for...
Forum: Off Topic Forum - Cars, Trucks, Buggies and more
01-19-2021, 09:26 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 9,539
Posted By BKoz559

I didn't drive very often for several years. I...

I didn't drive very often for several years. I sold several RCs but I still held on to several others. I live in town and my yard is wide enough that I can have fun for a little bit with most of my...
Forum: RC Car General Discussions
01-16-2021, 09:29 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,637
Posted By BKoz559

Try to find a screwdriver that will allow you to...

Try to find a screwdriver that will allow you to remove the gear cover on the right side of the truck. I bet your issue is that the motor shifted slightly causing the pinion gear on the motor to...
Forum: RC Car General Discussions
01-16-2021, 09:25 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,279
Posted By BKoz559

I'm trying to consider what is available in your...

I'm trying to consider what is available in your country while also considering your proposed budget. Starting with Traxxas, I think a Stampede is a fine truck to start the hobby with. I've gone...
Forum: Batteries & Chargers
01-16-2021, 08:38 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,503
Posted By BKoz559

Even as hard as anyone could push their vehicles...

Even as hard as anyone could push their vehicles I don't believe that any RC power system could draw 520A. That's what starts your car in the morning.

All I'm saying is that it's best to know the...
Forum: RC Electric Off-Road Trucks, Buggies, Truggies and more
01-16-2021, 10:23 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,756
Posted By BKoz559

If you're considering spare parts I suggest to...

If you're considering spare parts I suggest to stay away from aluminum parts and switch to RPM brand components. In that case you can consider skipping the link I showed you and just get the bearings...
Forum: RC Electric Off-Road Trucks, Buggies, Truggies and more
01-16-2021, 08:54 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,756
Posted By BKoz559

https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.rcuniverse.com-vb...

https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.rcuniverse.com-vbulletin/1684x947/merv_exploded_5f726f55410d400a3134a89681f3436e4cda0879.png

You can search specifically for a "TRA7020" but basically any 8x12mm...
Forum: RC Car General Discussions
01-15-2021, 09:14 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,147
Posted By BKoz559

I don't have first hand experience with that ESC...

I don't have first hand experience with that ESC but on some of my ESCs you can adjust the output voltage on the BEC to the receiver. Plug it back into your programmer and see if the BEC voltage is...
Forum: RC Car General Discussions
01-14-2021, 11:55 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 720
Posted By BKoz559

Dirt, have you stopped in the the hobby shop in...

Dirt, have you stopped in the the hobby shop in your area to see what they might have on the shelf? There are plenty of bargains to be found online but you may be surprised what's at your local...
Forum: Batteries & Chargers
01-14-2021, 11:42 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,503
Posted By BKoz559

The C rating is important when comparing packs,...

The C rating is important when comparing packs, but the real problem is that manufacturers (mostly those of the economy packs) overstate it's meaning for marketing purposes. Many people pay more...
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