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Search: Posts Made By: ElectricGuy007
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Forum: RC Electric Off-Road Trucks, Buggies, Truggies and more
11-24-2011, 03:06 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 10,997
Posted By ElectricGuy007

RE: Upgrades*Tips and Tricks* for the Tamiya 501x*Worlds Edition*

I usually run the car in the parking lot near my house when it gets warmer.
These are some photos I took this past summer.

...
Forum: RC Electric Off-Road Trucks, Buggies, Truggies and more
01-15-2011, 07:37 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 10,997
Posted By ElectricGuy007

RE: Upgrades*Tips and Tricks* for the Tamiya 501x*Worlds Edition*

It's easier to drive with a front one way, It also gives you more steering.
It is more of a preference thing, but I like driving it with a front one way.
Forum: RC Electric Off-Road Trucks, Buggies, Truggies and more
01-15-2011, 07:24 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 10,997
Posted By ElectricGuy007

RE: Upgrades*Tips and Tricks* for the Tamiya 501x*Worlds Edition*

Just easier, plan and simple. You can skip the chassis file'n process altogether....
people that ran this car usually didnt have what I have done to mine.
Im very discouraged that the track I ran...
Forum: RC Electric Off-Road Trucks, Buggies, Truggies and more
01-04-2011, 08:01 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 10,997
Posted By ElectricGuy007

RE: Upgrades*Tips and Tricks* for the Tamiya 501x*Worlds Edition*

I recently traded my B44 for an SC10 so I see your point. The car is so much better than the B44 and fits
my driving style to a tee. Much better car to drive than a B44 was. Parts should be easy...
Forum: RC Electric Off-Road Trucks, Buggies, Truggies and more
01-04-2011, 07:21 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 10,997
Posted By ElectricGuy007

RE: Upgrades*Tips and Tricks* for the Tamiya 501x*Worlds Edition*

I have upgraded this car last year. 511 shell, 511 undertray and Wing kit... Bought some tires for it on Rctech....
Many, many things on this car I have improved...TUGSTEN CARBIDE DIFF...
Forum: RC Electric Off-Road Trucks, Buggies, Truggies and more
01-25-2009, 03:13 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 10,997
Posted By ElectricGuy007

RE: Upgrades*Tips and Tricks* for the Tamiya 501x*Worlds Edition*

It handles really good with the front one way, if I had better steering response on my radio and had my toe in and toe out correct
I could have made the turns in full speed. I'll have to look at...
Forum: RC Electric Off-Road Trucks, Buggies, Truggies and more
12-19-2008, 01:57 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 10,997
Posted By ElectricGuy007

RE: Upgrades*Tips and Tricks* for the Tamiya 501x*Worlds Edition*

I googled this:

Rear wheel braking only (not a good idea on paper).
Works like a locked diff on straight acceleration.
Only 1 wheel powered on cornering (the inside wheel).
Forum: RC Electric Off-Road Trucks, Buggies, Truggies and more
11-13-2008, 03:55 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 10,997
Posted By ElectricGuy007

RE: Upgrades*Tips and Tricks* for the Tamiya 501x*Worlds Edition*

I didnt feel like modding the chassis battery slots on such a pretty car. I used the 501x battery posts on my onroad car.
My NIMH batteries fit better with the associated trays.
Forum: RC Electric Off-Road Trucks, Buggies, Truggies and more
09-05-2008, 06:45 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 10,997
Posted By ElectricGuy007

RE: Upgrades*Tips and Tricks* for the Tamiya 501x*Worlds Edition*

Update
Not only is the front one way installed(believe me I had alot of help on oople), but the Tugsten diff balls are in the rear pulley.
The reason why my diffs melted was a complete build...
Forum: RC Electric Off-Road Trucks, Buggies, Truggies and more
05-17-2008, 09:50 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 10,997
Posted By ElectricGuy007

RE: Upgrades*Tips and Tricks* for the Tamiya 501x*Worlds Edition*

Neither, these diffs are such a pain in the dirt that you either have to run tungsten diff balls or, a front one way.

I'm going with a front one-way and tungsten diff balls in the rear end.:eek:...
Forum: RC Electric Off-Road Trucks, Buggies, Truggies and more
05-14-2008, 12:00 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 10,997
Posted By ElectricGuy007

RE: Upgrades*Tips and Tricks* for the Tamiya 501x*Worlds Edition*

I fixed the old rear pulley and put bigger goldpan rc-10 balls in it.

The reason why I've had so many diff issues my kit did not include diff springs.
I have been running it without the...
Forum: RC Electric Off-Road Trucks, Buggies, Truggies and more
05-12-2008, 01:03 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 10,997
Posted By ElectricGuy007

RE: Upgrades*Tips and Tricks* for the Tamiya 501x*Worlds Edition*

My 501x is gonna be raced for the first time Friday at Reo Raceway.
I have hit practice with this car and that is all.

I'm gonna have a professional solder it for me though...that will be...
Forum: RC Electric Off-Road Trucks, Buggies, Truggies and more
05-05-2008, 09:12 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 10,997
Posted By ElectricGuy007

RE: Upgrades*Tips and Tricks* for the Tamiya 501x*Worlds Edition*

I made custom diff covers and the front end is fine.
The rear I accendently got super glue down in the diff(making a diff cover)practically ruining the rear pulley and melting the diff balls.
My...
Forum: RC Electric Off-Road Trucks, Buggies, Truggies and more
04-30-2008, 11:23 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 10,997
Posted By ElectricGuy007

RE: Upgrades*Tips and Tricks* for the Tamiya 501x*Worlds Edition*

Nope running the 501x in oct at Albion again which I bought it for trophy races and distant club races.
I have cleaned my 501x to look as sharp as ever and I mounted the Tekin motor in the...
Forum: RC Electric Off-Road Trucks, Buggies, Truggies and more
04-24-2008, 12:50 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 10,997
Posted By ElectricGuy007

RE: Upgrades*Tips and Tricks* for the Tamiya 501x*Worlds Edition*

Where's my 501x at? that was a b44 race and my 1st race that at. You are pathetic to still make jokes about me when I'm better than ever now.
Wait til that Tekin 501x hits Albion, you'll be peeing...
Forum: RC Electric Off-Road Trucks, Buggies, Truggies and more
04-24-2008, 12:39 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 10,997
Posted By ElectricGuy007

RE: Upgrades*Tips and Tricks* for the Tamiya 501x*Worlds Edition*

Rhino/donovan I found this.
Pro Japan Driver's 501x worlds edition:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6CQpNcVaKwY&feature=related

Truly awesome vid, if you dont mind the japan language.
Forum: RC Electric Off-Road Trucks, Buggies, Truggies and more
04-22-2008, 08:09 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 10,997
Posted By ElectricGuy007

RE: Upgrades*Tips and Tricks* for the Tamiya 501x*Worlds Edition*

Yes RS I know, never again will that happen. What about Stallard has he decided what he's buying next?
I heard he wanted the new slash truck, but I think he would like a 501x its a tough car that...
Forum: RC Electric Off-Road Trucks, Buggies, Truggies and more
04-22-2008, 08:07 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 10,997
Posted By ElectricGuy007

RE: Upgrades*Tips and Tricks* for the Tamiya 501x*Worlds Edition*

Buying parts for the next race. I may not go to the linton one, rather race in my hometown until the season is over.
Forum: RC Electric Off-Road Trucks, Buggies, Truggies and more
04-17-2008, 09:46 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 10,997
Posted By ElectricGuy007

RE: Upgrades*Tips and Tricks* for the Tamiya 501x*Worlds Edition*

I got parts coming...........nuya bussiness Rhino aka donovan...team reo....immigrant
Forum: RC Electric Off-Road Trucks, Buggies, Truggies and more
04-17-2008, 05:46 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 10,997
Posted By ElectricGuy007

RE: Upgrades*Tips and Tricks* for the Tamiya 501x*Worlds Edition*

Thanks B44killer now your making my awesome thread look ridiculous....dont worry I know who you are......lmao
Forum: RC Electric Off-Road Trucks, Buggies, Truggies and more
03-31-2008, 05:11 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 10,997
Posted By ElectricGuy007

RE: Upgrades*Tips and Tricks* for the Tamiya 501x*Worlds Edition*

AFTER ABOUT 15 RUNS THE DIFFS MELTED......[&o] Brushless was a bit much for the stock diff balls...[&:]

I have to order new parts later on....:eek:
Forum: RC Electric Off-Road Trucks, Buggies, Truggies and more
03-24-2008, 04:13 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 10,997
Posted By ElectricGuy007

RE: Upgrades*Tips and Tricks* for the Tamiya 501x*Worlds Edition*

These are the cars willing to take on my 501x:
At the April 6th Linton IN race I'll have to put the pedal to the metal on these pro drivers:D
1(one)Hotbodies Cyclone D4
about 8-10 B44's
2...
Forum: RC Electric Off-Road Trucks, Buggies, Truggies and more
03-22-2008, 08:08 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 10,997
Posted By ElectricGuy007

RE: Upgrades*Tips and Tricks* for the Tamiya 501x*Worlds Edition*

After running WED and Friday practice days the belts are freyed a little bit. Do you cut the strands off or just leave it as is?

I might have had them too tight, they are not freyed seriuosly...
Forum: RC Electric Off-Road Trucks, Buggies, Truggies and more
03-20-2008, 09:27 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 10,997
Posted By ElectricGuy007

RE: Upgrades*Tips and Tricks* for the Tamiya 501x*Worlds Edition*

After my First 501x WE run at Reo Raceway, the car felt so smooth....you cant even hear it run, all you heard was the tires ballooning.

The jumps at Reo are awesome, A BIG JUMP onto a...
Forum: RC Electric Off-Road Trucks, Buggies, Truggies and more
03-19-2008, 12:08 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 10,997
Posted By ElectricGuy007

RE: Upgrades*Tips and Tricks* for the Tamiya 501x*Worlds Edition*

Another thing I need to ask? Do I need to put the included swaybars on it?
People seem to run fine without it, I was saving the swaybars for Albion and Linton.
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