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Old 02-23-2004, 10:22 AM
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Default dual engines in tmax

has any one tried this? is it worth the cost? what gears do you put in to hold up to the extra power? what eengines would you recomend. im trying to build a sand runner.
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Default RE: dual engines in tmax

if your gona do it i would recommend two traxxas 2.5 engines, will have plenty of power and torq.
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I have done a few, and they are fun! I just finished a 3 engine T Maxx ( see in forum) . As long as you can do most of the work yourself, you can do it fairly reasonably. My engine of choice is the XTM 24.7 for great power and torque. Good luck!
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Default RE: dual engines in tmax

the 3 engine is cool. as for 2 will the stock parts hold up or not. or should i just install a huge engine
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Default RE: dual engines in tmax

IMO its not worth it. The T-Maxx is fast enough runnin single engine. With two its alot heavier.


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Old 02-25-2004, 05:38 PM
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I did all of my tuning on 2 engines changing the pairs. On 2 engines I broke every part in the driveline (shattered trans, every driveshaft and axle, diff gears and 1 case). Depending on the engines used, you can decide what you need. The 24.7s I used have a lot of torque, and I used 8.5" Jumbo Kongs (mistake). This led to all of my problems. 2 engines are fun, but in reality if the truck is a daily driver, it can be a hassle. As far as showing off though, nothing matches the look and sound of 2 engines (or 3). Unfortunately that cool sound is usually followed by the sound of breaking parts!

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