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05-29-2009, 08:36 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,699
Posted By Rawlpower

RE: What will the next Traxxas Vehicle Be?

How about a Revo with a gas engine ..... keep everything else exactly as it is, just bring it out in a gasser version. Also, remove the reverse gear on the gearbox and have forward only. Reverse is a...
05-25-2009, 09:37 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,785
Posted By Rawlpower

RE: traxxas trx 3.3 whole lotta headaches!! need help

I used to have a TRX3.3 in my Revo (in fact - I have had 2) and the second one had very similar problems to what you're describing. (The first one only lasted 10 tanks so let's not dicuss it)</p>
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05-20-2009, 02:24 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,339
Posted By Rawlpower

RE: OS 21 tm (Revo) question

Bax - thanks for the quick reply
05-19-2009, 09:29 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,339
Posted By Rawlpower

OS 21 tm (Revo) question

Hi

I've just got an OS 21 TM for my Revo. Its running nicely with a steady stream of blue smoke out the back, done about 10 tanks or so. I have 2 questions:

1. The engine is running a bit warm...
05-18-2009, 07:07 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,276
Posted By Rawlpower

RE: Revo 2.5R Compression, Cooling, & EZStart

darkfall 13

I can add 2 comments which may or may not help

1. turning over the engine by hand when the engine is hot - should be sticky at the top but not impossible, the taper on the sleeve...
05-12-2009, 01:09 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,033
Posted By Rawlpower

RE: OS 21 tm (Revo) question

Altitude wise we are quite high - 1500m ASL / 4500 feet ASL
05-11-2009, 06:59 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,033
Posted By Rawlpower

RE: OS 21 tm (Revo) question

PS: I forgot to mention .... I haven't started tuning the engine yet! (Was just curious, didn't see it mentioned anywhere in the manual, which by the way I read from cover to cover. The Os manual...
05-11-2009, 04:13 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,033
Posted By Rawlpower

OS 21 tm (Revo) question

Hi guys

Just got myself an OS 21 for my Revo, very excited!

Installed the engine and put 3 tanks through it, still busy breaking it in.

I have some questions:

- what are the...
03-25-2009, 08:04 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,296
Posted By Rawlpower

RE: Sad day... CARNAGE- Update (pics on post 14 & 15)

That Budweiser caused the damage ... don't drink and drive !!
03-24-2009, 08:57 AM
03-20-2009, 08:13 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,464
Posted By Rawlpower

RE: OS21tm (Revo) question

Fabricamator23

Thanks for you comments. I understand that the Picco is also a good motor. My limitation is that I'm in South Africa and I know the OS21 is locally available. I think the Picco is...
03-20-2009, 01:46 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,464
Posted By Rawlpower

RE: OS21tm (Revo) question

Excellent thanks guys. When I have some spare cash I'm going to make the leap.
03-19-2009, 07:00 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,464
Posted By Rawlpower

OS21tm (Revo) question

Hi

My TRX3.3 on my Revo has died (again) and I'm looking at the OS21tm (Revo) engine as a drop in replacement.

Could somebody please advise on whether it is necessary to open the engine and...
03-17-2009, 07:54 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,006
Posted By Rawlpower

RE: Anyone have an LRP 28 on their REVO?

Is the LRP a straight drop in for the Revo?

My Revo engine has gone and I need to replace it - considering the OS21TM which I understand fits perfectly.

thanks
11-02-2008, 10:49 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,717
Posted By Rawlpower

Stripped reverse gear on Revo 3.3

Hi guys

I accidentally changed from forward to reverse while the truck was in motion (not going that fast). It still runs but the gearbox is making a funny grating noise which it never made...
11-02-2008, 10:44 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,162
Posted By Rawlpower

RE: Is there any problem with 3.3 motor ?

My first TRX3.3 lasted 10 tanks and then the piston failed.

Traxxas gave me a second TRX for free. It ran fine the first 10 tanks and then started giving me major headaches. I put a new set of...
10-07-2008, 01:52 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,726
Posted By Rawlpower

RE: Leaking bearing on TRX3.3

"Chuffed" = impressed / happy / elated !!
10-06-2008, 04:55 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,726
Posted By Rawlpower

RE: Leaking bearing on TRX3.3

Well, after putting some Boca bearings in my engine, and sealing the backplate and carb with silicone - wow, what a difference!

The truck holds a tune, idles reliably (like it could idle for a...
09-29-2008, 03:21 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 352
Posted By Rawlpower

ent over

Hi guys

Went over a big jump this weekend, like a d*** landed the car on its roof/engine.

Engine seems ok but I busted the engine mount and slipper clutch (the engine moved so much the carb...
09-13-2008, 03:48 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,726
Posted By Rawlpower

RE: Leaking bearing on TRX3.3

Good stuff, let me know how it goes.

I like your idea of giving the engine a good clean on the inside - might as well - its all disassembled anyway!

I'm still waiting for my bearings :-)
09-11-2008, 10:27 AM
Replies: 584
Views: 35,946
Posted By Rawlpower

09-11-2008, 09:02 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,726
Posted By Rawlpower

RE: Leaking bearing on TRX3.3

Thanks abj

I put it in the oven at 190C (about 380F) for 15 mins and gave it one tap on a wooden board.

The bearing leapt out of there like it was being chased by the cops.

I have a...
09-11-2008, 08:57 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,524
Posted By Rawlpower

RE: OS .21 compared to Traxxas 3.3

With the OS - can you use the old Revo 3.3 exhaust pipe?
09-09-2008, 01:48 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,726
Posted By Rawlpower

RE: Leaking bearing on TRX3.3

What does "ARO" mean?
09-09-2008, 01:35 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,726
Posted By Rawlpower

RE: Leaking bearing on TRX3.3

Thanks for the comments guys

ajb1205 - How did you remove the rear bearing?

I managed to get the front bearing out by heating up the engine in the oven for 15 mins and then prying out the...
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