Associated RC10GT Forum v2.0

[TRXboy]

What will the anti squat effect? does it affect handeling or just stability, if it gives better handeling im going back to them...as for me...this is what i have been up to..

http://www.printroom.com/_vti_bin/ViewImage.dll?userid=TRXboy&album_id=29693&image_id=23&show=image&param=59000

[FTGT Racer]

what will doing that help? doesnt the other one work well enough ive been using the stock hole for 6 years never had a problem

FTGT

[Rc1oGtMaN]

You get about 2-3 minutes of more run time.

Nice job, Nick. Lately, I've been rigging up one of those $10 digital thermometers from Walmart as a temp gauge.

Mark O.

[TRXboy]

Hehe fixxed the battery box problem, to bad i have no tranny in the GT, i would try it... Nitro Stampede was down for a good month and still has another month to go so i figured i would rob the battery box, check it out, i did some steps to show how i did it.
Stock Battery boxs, Note the diffrent mounting holes.

http://www.printroom.com/_vti_bin/ViewImage.dll?userid=TRXboy&album_id=29532&image_id=9&show=image&param=58054

I grinded off the old mounting holes of the traxxas bumper and drilled new ones that nached the associated bumper...

http://www.printroom.com/_vti_bin/ViewImage.dll?userid=TRXboy&album_id=29532&image_id=10&show=image&param=65867

The Finished Box, I grinded off the EX start plug so it looked better, but it works great... every thing fits just right.

http://www.printroom.com/_vti_bin/ViewImage.dll?userid=TRXboy&album_id=29532&image_id=11&show=image&param=66611

[Skateboarder]

Hey, I just bought a associated throttle return spring for my gt. The only thing is Im not really sure on where I have to attach it.
Thanks

[Rc1oGtMaN]

That thing looks awesome, Nick. I'll have to try modding a box like that.

Skateboarder, I believe the AE one goes on open carb arm, and under one of the engine mounting screws.

Mark O.

[maxxxracer]

ive noticed some thing over that past few months, this forum is growing insanley fast and insanley large. most topics dont even have 1900 people look at them. its scary. So why is this? the rc10 can not be that popular can it.

[TRXboy]

Maxxracer, i'll put it to you this was, AE's GT was just as big as the T-maxx is now when it first came out and is still going strong, it has just as many hop ups as the maxx's(Belive it or not) and has one more national event's then any other Gas truck....T-maxx's dont compare(Considering the T-maxx goes half the speed and has 1/8 the handeling caricteristics.)

GTman- thanks, its really really easy, only thing that might take more then 5 min is lining up the mounting holes.

Skateboarder- i hook my Return spring from the carb arm to the engin mounting screws, works great.

Heres a better pic to show how clean the battery box mounts on, and to show that it acualy does mount on. Dont mind the tranny :)

http://www.printroom.com/_vti_bin/ViewImage.dll?userid=TRXboy&album_id=29532&image_id=12&show=image&param=93166

[ 08-05-2001: Message edited by: TRXboy ]

[Skateboarder]

Cool, thanks guys :)

[Rc1oGtMaN]

Hey Skateboarder, I got my board today. It's sweet. I bought the Neil Hendrix Black Label deck, Phantom trucks, Pig bearings, and some Spitfire wheels. The thing is nice. It's nice and wide for my big build.

Nick, do you know if the boxes for the Rustler and NPede are the same? I'm going to do what you did, but my LHS only carries T-Maxx, Rustler, and some very select Pede parts. Thanks in advance.

Mark O.

[TRXboy]

Yup, same thing...where is everybody?

[Jace2000]

Guys....
I've got a question and I'm wondering if anyone's tried this yet.

Has anyone tried using a Serpent style crankshaft on the GT? Most people here runs onroads and the LHS carry a great variety of engines with Serpent style cranks but not with the regular type. :rolleyes:
I gotta get a new engine and I'm thinking about the new RS12T from Novarossi.

Thanks in advance.

[Rc1oGtMaN]

Jace, I've never looked into that, but it seems like you can cut the non-threaded part of the shaft off, and use it like a standard crank. I'm probably wrong about that, and I'll see if I can find anything about fitting an SG engine into a GT.

Mark O.

[hpi racer2]

hey jace, how you been? havnt seen you on the forums lately. :D

[Jace2000]

Rc10GTman..
Hey, I really appreciate you looking into this. :) I've asked several people at my local track but no results.
I'm gonna try something out tonight and I'll let ya know how it went. Probably gonna waste a perfectly good crankshaft in the process but no pain no gain, right? :D

HpiRacer...
You back from NY yet? Is Bruckner Hobbies far from where you are? I've always wanted to visit their store...

[Rc1oGtMaN]

I looked around last night but didn't find anything. Maybe I'll shoot Ron Paris an e-mail, although he won't respond for a few days or so. Good luck, Jace.

Mark O.

[ilovemygt]

if you want a tank with the presure hole in the lid you should have tried to get a tank from a rtr gt the come with the hole in the lid

[Rc1oGtMaN]

It's cheaper to buy the pressure tap, and you get to feel the pride of all do-it-yourself projects.

Mark O.

[Skateboarder]

Rc10GTMan, COOL thats a good set up. I just sprained 2 days ago while skateboarding the bad thing is that Im used to the pain cause it happens so often ;)

Man I cant rc for a while :( My gt needs a switch that my lhs has ordered the wrong one twice and my E-maxx just blew a diff gear. And to make it worse is that I need my money to fix my dirt bike that has a blown clutch.

[Rc1oGtMaN]

Thanks man. It's a good setup, except I might switch to tensors, just because I like how they ride and stuff. I fell on my head today. It hurt bad, and I fell a few times trying to get back up. Who knew doing an acid drop off of a five foot ledge hurt so much? I've decided to buy a helmet now...

It blows to hear that you can't do any of your hobbies either. What kind of switch does your lhs have, and what kind of radio do you have? You can probably buy the switch and wire it so it's like your old one. If that doesn't make it useable, than the connectors are wrong, and you can fix those really easily with a hobby knife. Geez, I'm typing bad sentences tonight.

Mark O.

[hpi racer2]

jace... i got back sunday and had a good time there, to bad bruckner is to far away, its more towards new york city i wish i had time to go there.
see ya later man! :D

[Jamedup]

Did I read in the mountian of posts that someone used a Traxxas clutch setup on their GT? I was wondering how it worked out for them?

[ 08-07-2001: Message edited by: Jamedup ]

[LosiMan3456]

Hey guys! This may be a stupid question but I am going to ask it any way. :D Ok here goes, I am thinking of getting a FTGT with a .12 CV-X Hyper engine. My friend wants to get a RTR GT with the AE .15 Engine. I know a .15 has more power than a .12 but how close speed wise would we be??I will just be bashing and maybe a little racing so should I just stick with a .12 engine or just go ahead and get a .15 engine to be competitive with him? If I do just stick with the .12 engine and my friend is faster what can I do to go faster and be able to hang with him with out having to buy a new engine? Thanks! :confused:

[TRXboy]

Power is about even with both engines, his may have a little advantage but you will be able to start every time, nothing beats and O.S reliability...nothing....if you do want some O.S reliability and more power pony up for the .15 hyper, Skateboarder has that engine, and if you look a cuple pages back you can see it pulling wheelies

As for the cluch question, i dont remeber that question coming up and i dont think its a good idea, the lowest tooth cluch bell that traxxas makes is a 16, thats higher then most GT drivers prefer, i say try the MIP 4-n-1 cluch, works great.

[atm92484]

The only thing is Losi you are going to need to get the crank cut on engines that aren't available with a short shaft. Its not too hard. Infact I've done it with a cut off wheel and a drill (ya start laughing). You just have to make sure the drill is spinning as fast as it can or else you'll wear out the cut off wheel very fast. Its probably not the best for the drill but hey it worked. Well actually the crank would have worked had I not forgot to put the collet on. :( Oh well live and learn. (BTW that little space the collet adds does matter; my crank was just a hair too short.)

[LosiMan3456]

ATM- I know you have to cut the Crank. My dad has a Dremel with a cutting bit and I will use that.

[user_name?]

howdy yall, i hate to say it but my ft rc10gt has too much power. can i subtract power and gain speed?

[Trucks]

edward, yes you can gear up to take advantage of the extra power. It will also help with the wheel spin. just change the spur gear to a smaller size or change the cluch bell to a bigger size. :)

[PnP 420 Racing]

Hey Doug,do you think my slipper is so tight that it pushes? I heard that your truck may push like heck with a tight slipper. By the way guys,how many bottles of two ounce paint would it take to paint a truck? My truck is going to be two main colors,The top orange and sides black.

[TRXboy]

Yup- stock 4 cells work fine with it...

NoteL: Bruckner hobbies is only 30 min away from me :cool: :D ;)

[morfeeis]

420 i told u last nite but u logged off to fast

get 2 cans each but always make sure that u do the darker color firts


hey trx did u ever make that water cooled gt motor thing work

[TRXboy]

Ummm huh? I think i remember a post like that a while ago but i didnt start it, it think i was the one that claimed would break it....not make it...I dont knwo tho, some one made it for the T-maxx, doubt theres enough room on the chassis for the H2O system ether way.

[Rc1oGtMaN]

Edwards, you can also try a carb restrictor. AE sells a set of three of them for like 7 bucks.

Morpheus, Mark was planning one making the water cooled GT. I dunno if he ever did it though. Mark might have had to take care of other things (like his motorcycle getting stolen).

Mark O.

[maxxxracer]

1999

[maxxxracer]

and 2000. sorry i had to do that.

[Portlander]

Like a lot of you, I'm too (yes that is spelled right) lazy to look back, but I would like a temp gage, and I read about the ten doller k-mart one and was wondering if anyone has the sight for the instructions.

[Portlander]

Hey guys, check this out, its a $100 wireless camera, one of you guys should put this on your GT
Camera's site (http://www.plantraco.com/product_ptv16.html) :cool:

[nitroracer911]

RC10 Guys... got a quarstion for you. My stadium truck had great steering radius going left but when I go right it does not.

My T-Maxx Turns on a DIME both directions.

Please tell me a little about steering on a RC10. Does it turn on a dime? Does it turn the same radius left AND right.

Thank you.... this will help in my future purchase of a car.

[Portlander]

This was in the June 2001 issue of RC car action

Richard's standard setup
Shocks Front Rear
-Piston No.2 No.1
-oil 35WT 30WT
-spring Blue Green
-limiter None None
-Shockstay A A
Suspension arm C E
Ride height 4.5mm 5mm
Camber 3* 3*
Camber-link position- G
Caster 30* -
Toe-in/out 0* 3*
Wheelbase - Short

He runs a stock GT with progressive shock reservoirs, a JR R-1 with two JR DZ8450 servos, a Novarossi engine with a O'Donnell pipe, and 20% O'Donnell fuel. Enough?

[Portlander]

I have a Futaba S3003 and a Hitec HS-303, I'm not looking to buy another servo, but which one would go best as the steering servo (and vise versa).

[TRXboy]

Just to tell you guys....that nova is not just another novarossi power plant....trust me...

[Jace2000]

Nitroracer911..

Does your front wheels turn the same amount either ways? If it doesn't, you can set it right from your radio.

There's actually quite a few things that could be causing this problem. It could also be that your chassis is bent or that your truck is not dialed in properly.
You can check this by placing the truck so that it faces you and try lifting the front center point (right in the middle of the front bumper) with your finger. slowly lift it so that you can see if either front wheel lifts off the ground first. Your front tires should lift off the ground at the same time. If it doesn't then it means that one side is setup differently than the other.
In such a case, I suggest you check to see if the length of the front shocks are the same.
Just my 2 cents. :)

[Railman]

Portlander, I'm too lazy to go dig up the mag issue...thanks for the info. Doesn't he also run 1 1/2' rear hubs which gives a total of 4 1/2' rear toe in? Thanks.

[Railman]

Portlander, I'm too lazy to go dig up the mag issue...thanks for the info. Doesn't he also run 1 1/2' rear hubs which gives a total of 4 1/2' rear toe in? Thanks.

[Railman]

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[ 08-08-2001: Message edited by: Railman ]

[RC10GTMark]

Im back everyone. I went outta town for work. Nick, im me on aim and gemme ur addy if u want outdrives.

[atm92484]

Nitro 911, I think I know what your problem is. First go and center the trims on the steering servo. Next take the arm off and reinstall it so it is vertical (or as close as you can get it). Next adjust the turnbuckle that goes to the bellcranks so when the steering servo is centered (the arm is straight up), the bellcranks are also centered. Next adjust the toe in/out turnbuckles so they are where you want them. Finally make sure the dual rates on your steering servo (if you have them that is) are set so the servo isn't pushing farther than the wheels will go.

[Railman]

Atm, Thats a good bet, & good explanation as to whats wrong, the only thing is your referred to the radio as the servo two times.
;)
Just to clarify for Nitroracer, you need to set the trims on the radio to center position while the radio & car/servo is on, & then turn car off. Then position the servo horn/arm in the most vertical position. This will give all the adjustment you need to get full steering in both directions...that is if the problem is actually a steering problem & not some other alignment problem. Hope this helps. :)

[rcracer38]

Does anyone know where I can get the setup sheet for Richard Saxton's RC10GT? I have looked on Associated WebSite and can't find it.

[Rc1oGtMaN]

Humphf...I replied to all those posts, and my computer decided it was going to freeze when I hit the reply button. Oh well.

Railman returns! Alright, time for me to start learning stuff again, just so Railman doesn't totally put us all to shame with his awesome RC knowledge. Props to you man.

Portlander, go here. (http://rcvehicles.about.com/library/rc101/blrc101_tempgagea.htm?rnk=r1&terms=stay+cool+in+the+heat+of+battle) for some instructions. Also, it's sold at Walmart, not K-mart (just to be picky ;) ). I just made one of these, and it works very well. The thermometer is off by about one degree, so you'll get some great readings.

Nitroracer, do what ATM said.

Edwards, (this post was a page back) you can also control your engine by running with carb restrictors. AE makes a set of three that sells for about 7 bucks.

Mark O.

Welcome back too, Mark. Did you ever get around to making that water cooled GT?

[RC10GTMark]

I have the head for the CV, I just need to buy a CV or put it on my AE .15. I haven't gotten around to making anything else on it because I ran into the motorcyle problem, the clutch bearing problems on the gt and the wheel bearing problems.

Right now im down due to clutch problems, but it was caued by a dragging brake linkage, cause of my newly installed slide carb. So once I get paid tomarrow, or today, I should have it all running then I can play with the water again.

[TRXboy]

to add on to what ATM said, i think O'donald designed and manufacters the diffrent heads for the A team.

[RC10GTMark]

the head im talking about is a marine head, for water cooling. it will fit my cvr but i dont wanna put it there, so im gonna buy a hyper and water cool it.

[treedr]

Has anyone else tried a Megatech .16 motor yet? If so, what do you think and do you think they would notice at the track? :eek:

[treedr]

Another question... I am using the stock AE air filter. It seems to work well, but no matter how tight I crank on the zip tie it falls off at some point. I bought a higher volume filter from Dynamite and it fell off much easier. The boot and zip tie seemed to interfere with the idle screw also. Help!! :(

[treedr]

I am using a stock AE airfilter which seems OK but I can't get it to stay on the carb no matter how hard I crank on the zip tie. Any suggestions? I tried a higher volume filter by Dynamite and it was worse. There seems to be a little interference with the idle screw.

[ 08-10-2001: Message edited by: treedr ]

[rc10gtman54]

HEY MARK I AM ALSO IN THE MIDDLE OF CONVERTING MY GT TO WATER-COOLED PLEASE E-MAIL ME WITH YOUR IDEAS AND I WILL GIVE YOU SOME OF MINE. ALSO IF THAT HEAD FITS ON THE AE15 WILL IT ALSO FIT ON THE NOVAROSSI .12

[atm92484]

Doh! Oh well I was tired. Atleast everyone got the point.

Mark, I don't think CV heads will fit onto the AE 15. You can pick up a 12 or 15 CV for somewhere between $80-$90 on Tower (depending on what the head is for) then put your good head on. Or if you want a head for the AE 15, Associated makes different colored heads. I think there is blue, purple, and black.

[atm92484]

Mark are you sure that head will fit the CV-R? The marine engine it goes on is a marine version of the 12 CV and the CV and CV-R and different engines. I don't know if O.S. is lying but they said that nothing except the carb is the same on those 2 engines. That head will fit a 12 CV Hyper with no trouble though.

Treedr, what engine are you running and are you running the paper foam AE filter or the RTR one?? On all O.S. engines there is sort of a flange on the carb and it gives the zip tie a place to grip. I don't know how other companies are with this. Next I'd say to just make sure you get it on as tight as possible and make sure it has room to grip and make sure to use a new zip tie. Also it doesn't really matter if it interferes with your access to the idle screw because you aren't poking around down there a lot; just as long as its touching doesn't cause the screw to readjust. I've found once its adjusted you can pretty much leave it alone.

[Rc1oGtMaN]

Mark, don't buy the hyper unless you plan to use it later with its gold head. You'll save some money by buying a normal CV, since the only difference between the CV's and CV Hypers are that they have different carbs and heads. Everything else is the same.

ATM, OS said there the carb is the only thing that is the same. They didn't say that you couldn't switch things around. You can use a CV-R head on a CV crankcase, since the holes in the case are the same. Thus, making it possible to use the marine head on the CV-R.

Tree doctor, if your track isn't very strict about keeping to ROAR's rules, then you should be able to use the M16 there. Does the Megatech have a notch around the carb throat like ATM talked about? If it does, then you should buy some really skinny 4" tie wraps to hold the filter on. These fit right in between the notch and the main body of the carb, and hold well. If you don't have the ring, then I would say that there must be something wrong with where you're putting the zip tie on. Please give us some more info.

Mark O.

[atm92484]

Ya but couldn't a different head from another engine mess with the compression?

Oh well if it works then cool. It just seems like the heads and everything should be different.

[ 08-10-2001: Message edited by: atm92484 ]

[Rc1oGtMaN]

ATM, I was thinking the exact same thing. I guess only trial and error will answer that.

Mark O.

[centralparkkiller]

can i run the rc10gt on grass?

[gtracer17]

hey people...well bad news someone one this board has ripped off something of mine...this person is Mark Torres AKA Mark on the boards here...well you know that cv-r taht he has....well that is mine...we made a deal on 145 bux I ship first...I shipped first he got it. It has been about a month in a half STILL no money I talked to him on AOL he said I am out of a motor he ripped me off...people you are not going to let this happen are you.. I need that $ to stay in the hobby :( I called his house... his parents and his brother stick up for him and cant even take it taht there son has made a mistake so they just hang up the phone ...if you ask me that is not a real mature parent...
well people please talk to him before he gets his butt in trouble cause I talked to my uncle ( works for the police force in amherst, NY ) and 1 simple call can get him in deep stuff

SO please people I dont want to take it that far so talk to him since the Torres's wont listen to me on me taking action

SO PLEASE HELP

thanx
scott

email me at nitro_bt_20@******* .com

later

[sbeeze]

this is the very reason i use c.o.d.
you should make the call to the police cause stealin'like that is just cold.
hope you get the money
josh

[Rc1oGtMaN]

Woah, man. This doesn't seem like Mark's style. If you are telling the truth, you need to take this to the Trader Information forum, and let the two of you settle it there. It just doesn't really sound like him.

Centralpark, you can drive the GT just about anywhere. It won't go as fast, since the grass is a bit tall for most tires (Proline Mashers eat grass for dinner though), but the truck can handle it well.

Mark O.

[gtracer17]

well rc10gtman it didnt seem like his style at first either...in fact he was really cool..all of a sudden he did a 360 and went stupid and is trying to get my motor for free and well..its not going to happen..I sent first cause I trusted him..whatever u do people DONT trust him at all..he is just a ignorant prick sometimes..i mean he is just making a stupid mistake he can fix it if he wanted to before things even get SOUR'er so he better be reading this etc and other help me out if u really like him cause if I dont get my $ 1 call to my uncle he will make a call to fort worth police
he gets charged for internet fraud then just sending me my 145 :)

mark I hope you are reading this so you can see whats goin to happen in advance before something does happen :) I am not BS'ing now just to tell you

later
scott

[RC10GTMark]

Hmm come back to the forums and I find this. Pretty funny. Honestly I dont care what you think scott. You still owe me more of the deal and thats why you have no money. You also failed to mention the servo, manifold, engine mount, flywheel and cd's I sent you.

Now what posting here is supposed to do, I dont know. If I need to trade with anyone here it will be cod, simple as that. You really have no right to post this here because your not being 100% honest. You have not completed your end of the deal, so your not getting your money. Sorry. As for your uncle calling and threatening me, do as you wish, when I get all my stuff you can have your money.

So ANYWAY, the marine head will fit on the CV-R and any OS rc car motor I can think of off the top of my head. As for compression changes, the os cv-m is the os cv but with a marine head, same exact motor. Just different head. Putting that head on the cv-r may change performance but putting it on a cv or a hyper will not.

And for anyone curious, bad trading is not my style, but when I talk to the kid on the phone and he tells me how he rips people off, of course im not sending anything until I get what im paying for. When I get my parts ill think about sending you the money. Yes that is bad trading but some of the stuff you pulled I dont think you deserve the money but enough is enough. This doesn't need to be discussed here, it is between me and you. This is all im gonna say about it.

[gtracer17]

ok MARK call me tomorrow at 8 pm if you dont call I will take action and it will be easy to I dont rip people off you do like that one guys system in his truck or your paintball gun, credit card fraud what about that stuff MARK huh?????? oh yeah what else do I owe you NOTHING I gave you everything that I said I would and you still owe me 145 taht was part of the deal

call me or I will call my uncle to take action

later
scott

[RC10GTMark]

How old are you and how do you know so much about me, you described me to a dime. When my CVD's, Hub Carriers and Bearings come ill think about paying you. Of course after you correct yourself you here.

It is funny about all of these charges you think you can press against me. You are trying to ruin my reputation on this board, that is deplimation of charictor which is a sueable offence. You threatened to come kick my butt on AIM, that is a crime.

[TRXboy]

Ok steve- or some other major mod dude....can you take both there post's and move them some where eles..

[RC10GTMark]

I agree with nick, it doesn't belong here. belongs in trader feedback.

[FTGT Racer]

Will the Ford F-350 body for the NMT from HPI fit the GT? Or will the Buggy body fit. If you wanna see them go to www.hpiracing.com (http://www.hpiracing.com) then to bodies then to off-road well thanks for any and all replies!

FTGT

[Nabby]

Help!!! I'm finally on vacation and assembling my FT-GT. I'm to the point of assembling the MIP CVDs and this is what the ends look like...
http://www.themcnabbs.net/nabby/mipcvd.jpg
Am I missing something here... Shouldn't there be another cross piece in the one on the left? Any help???

Thanks!
Nabby :confused: :mad: :confused: :eek:

[hpi racer2]

2000 post!!! wow this is awesome :D

[atm92484]

FTGT, I'm not sure if the bodies will fit. I know they are big enough but you may run into difficulties mounting it since the GT bodies sort of have to go "down" so there is a place for the mount to grip. Do you get what I'm saying? You can try but its going to take some mods. If I were you I'd just get a body made for the GT unless you are winning to risk $20.

Yes, Steve or someone can you please move those posts out of here.

[TRXboy]

WOW, thats all i can say, we went bashing today, first time bashing on a baseball feild with a slide carb.....drag, from one end to another and back, bye the time he reached the poinnt of turning around i was already 15 feet away from hitting my slef.....FAST! almost to fast...Things are good. :)

[RC10GTMark]

Well tuesday ill have enough money to get the GT running again and maybe I can goto the baseball diamond. It is raining now, so it will be nice and tacky.

[atm92484]

Last time I went to a baseball diamond it was like 80 degrees out and it hadn't rained for nearly 2 weeks. It was dry but awesome. I love pitcher's mounts; they are great for jumps. You don't get major air but its a perfect landing every time. When I went I was starting in the outfield at the fence and flooring it at the mount. I must have been getting 20 ft of distance with the GT.

[RC10GTMark]

I just went and looked at the diamond, and it is soggy mud, cant wait! By the time i get out there is will be not so soggy and tacky, perfect traction and im garaunteed (sp) a dirty truck when i come home =)

[Nabby]

Mark,

Thanks for the info... I guess I'll call them Monday morning. Just frustrating to have a defective part and on vacation!!!

Nabby :rolleyes:

[atm92484]

Nabby, AE will probably replace it but you could probably just order a CVD bone. That way you can get driving and once AE gets that CVD bone out to you, it'll be an extra. The bone is part number 7379 and its $11.50.

[gtracer17]

hi

I have good news and bad news

they post that I started 2 days ago about Mark is not true I made a mistake my part of the deal WAS NOT complete and I didnt know that so I blamed mark for not sending $ so he DID NOT rip me off

thats the good news

the bad news is that I did make a mistake and made his reputation on this board bad nd I apologize for that...so people take back what I said about him and try to forget about it

MARK I AM SORRY
and everyone else I am SORRY also for makeing a false statement

later
scott

[TRXboy]

Ok everybody, after 2 days of driving the GT and doing some of my normal thrashing i am prowed to say that the modified battery box held up just fine, at firt i was a little nervous because it was wayyy more flexable then stock but it held up just fine...and keeps the pack clean. **BOUNUS**

[RC10GTMark]

Yea you should have a piece that goes through it just like the other one. I didn't know you had to assemble it to that point, so just call up associated and tell them what happened, they should replace it for you.

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Geeze took almost 1 hr to read from page 46-this page. anyway my gt can rest for now considering that i broke one of the clutchbell bearing when i was try to take it out http://www.plauder-smilies.de/cry.gif to put into another clutchbell and plus i lost 2 of the 4 shoes for my clutch yes my clutch used to be an old 4 shoe assembly... laugh all you want. but i am soon to get a new mip 4 in 1.

[ 08-12-2001: Message edited by: Sponsored By Tyco ]

[Nabby]

atm,

That's exactly what I'm planning on doing. Thanks for the reply!

Nabby

[TeamLosiEater]

i just bought an FT gt last week and finished building it to day and i can't wait to drive it tomorrow. I have a rb x12 rear exsaughst on it and a nova pipe. what else should i get for it????

Ken J.

[RC10GTMark]

Drive it the way u got it right now, first. Only other things I can think of are the mip 4 in 1 clutch and maybe a aluminum tranny brace.

After that other mods get kinda useless. good servos and stuff are a plus too...

[Jace2000]

A big "Welcome aboard!" to Nabby, GTracer17, and TeamLosiEater. Hope you guys become a regular junky here like the rest of us. :D

I just came back from a mini vacation during the weekend and I find some unpleasant reading on the board. :rolleyes:
I'm glad that it's settled and that GTRacer17 was graceful enough to appologize for his misunderstanding and doings here.
Like Mark said, these type of problems are personal ones and it doesn't really belong here. I hope people takes this to account in the future.
HPI had (or still has) a forum for reporting bad traders and they settle everything there so that forums like ours won't get flooded with "I'll kick your butt if you don't...." posts.
Maybe RCCA should have something like it. Anyway, I hope SteveP will remove the posts concerning Scott's and Mark's misunderstanding.

TeamLosiEater...
I agree with Mark about the MIP 4 in 1 clutch. Also, you should consider getting the RPM body post if you're thinking of doing some bashing.

[Sponsored By Tyco]

ken,
like jace said if your are going to be bashing with your truck rpm body mounts are a good idea and a mip 4 in 1 clutch. that is basiclly it.

[Rc1oGtMaN]

Mark and GT Racer, how about you just edit your posts so they say nothing instead of having a moderator remove them?

[Shakedown]

I just started putting my new FTGT together and I noticed that the chassis is not threaded where the steering bellcrank posts/screws screw into. Is it supposed to be threaded? My old "tub" GT had threaded holes.

Also, did your servo saver bind on the screw/post? Mine is really tight.

Should I just skip all the trouble and just install a MIP or GPM BB steering assembly?

Thanks.

[athowells]

Have you ever broken your chassis on jumping? :eek:

[RC10GTMark]

Ill go back and edit mine once scott edits his.

[RC10GTMark]

I've never broken a chassis. Bent one though.

As for those posts, I would edit them but I want them for future reference incase someone asks who remembers seeing it. The only people who bring those posts up now are you guys, not me or scott. We talked about it on AIM. I'd like to leave it the way it is. As far as im concerned the last post I made about it was the end of it, everyone else needs to end it to.

Thanks for supporting me everyone, and I dont mean to snap at anyone, I just think it was handled pretty good for being started off wrong.

[TRXboy]

Mark fare enough, but once every thing is setteled and you both get your things edit them. As for the chassis, 1 am on my 4th chassis since december, never broke one, my origenal chassis started cracking however...

[RC10GTMark]

Its all good todd.. I got a decent motor now, to bad if he had to wait, deal wasn't complete.

[TEAMTED]

Hey guys, i am new to the RC10 GT Vehicle forum. I just broke in and drove my RC10 GT for the first time. IT IS A BLAST. The only problem it the clutch is always slightly engaged-due to the fact that the stock clutch shoes don't have any springs in them... What makes the 4in1 clutch by MIP so much better?? Also, what is so good(if anything) about the MIP zero-maintenance steering? Thank you all so much, i have been driving electric sedans for a few years now, and i think that they are for wimps. GTs are so much more fun!!!
PS: How could i get my gt to wheelie?? i am running a .12 CV-X. THANK YOU ALL!!!!! :) :) :) :)

[RC10GTMark]

You dont want your gt to do wheelies. If your clutch wont disingage it is because your idle is to high, has nothing to do with the spring.

The MIP 4-in-1 is so good because you can change the time it enganges by installing it different or moving counter wieghts. Stock clutch shoes you have to cut away material, and if you wanna change again you have to buy new shoes.

As for the mip steerings, I see no point. My steering works fine, I dont have to maintain it. The only benifit I see is ball bearings. I haven't tried it but only because what I have works.

[Skateboarder]

My gt can wheely and what Mark said is true. Wheelys are cool for a little while but when the front wheels are in the air you cant turn and turning is a important thing to have when your gt flying tords a tree.

[ilovemygt]

i just got my .12 cvr with a silde carb today i got the linkage hooked up ok that the throttle works but i cant get my brakes to work good anyone know a good way to hook up slide carb linkage pics would help alot to

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[Clamman]

This has probably been brought up in here b4, but you cant search through a thread(And im not gonna go through 51 pages looking :) ).
I wanted to know if it is possible to install a 2 speed tranny on a GT. Im kinda bored and im looking for a project on my GT. I remember a few years ago asking on the AE web page, and I was told that it doesnt fit on the chassis because the chassis is too narrow. Well, Im a little more advanced in my hobby skills than I was 4 years ago, and I was wondering what kind of mods would be needed,what kind of tranny would be good, and if this has even been attempted before. I havent done anything yet, im just researching it now, and seeing if anyone can give me some info.
Also, if this has been covered completely, just point me to the page that it starts at in the RC10GT thread. Thanks

[ 08-13-2001: Message edited by: Clamman ]

[Clamman]

Oh, and if the 2 speed tranny topic has already been run through completely i would appreciate if someone could point me to the page where it is. Thanks

[Jace2000]

Shakedown...
The new FTGT chassis isn't threaded. Don't worry about and just screw the two posts in. The posts are steel and the aluminum chassis will make way for the threaded part on the posts. Although my kit had a pretty smooth servo saver, I did see some guys having the same problem as you. I don't recall exactly what they did but they sandpapered some parts of it and it was not an issue anymore.

Tyco..
Nice pic. Is that your car? :D

Teamted...
Just tightened the slipper clucht nut if you absolutely wanna do wheelies. But like the rest of the guys here, I really don't recommend it.

[RC10GTMark]

Hmmmm ok 2 double posts. Oh well. Who ever was asking about the slide linkage (im to lazy to look for a name) you have to bend your brake linkage flat, hook it up, then bend it so it doesn't pull as some wierd angle. Just reshape the brake linkage to make it longer...

[Clamman]

This has probably been brought up in here b4, but you cant search through a thread, just the entire vehichle forum. And im not gonna go through 51 pages looking :) .
I wanted to know if it is possible to install a 2 speed tranny on a GT. Im kinda bored and im looking for a project on my GT. I remember a few years ago asking on teh AE web page, and I was told that it doesnt fit on the chassis because the chassis is too narrow. Well, Im a little more advanced in my hobby skills than I was 4 years ago, and I was wondering what kind of mods would be needed,what kind of tranny would be good, and if this has even been attempted before.
I havent done anything myself yet, all im doing now is researching, and seeing what u guys have to say.
Also, if this has been covered completely, just point me to the page that it starts in this forum. Thanks

[Portlander]

Team ted, the advice given to you is sound, but I know that sometimes you want to find out for yourself. If you want to do wheelies, lighten up the front of your truck, boost acceleration(lean low end, lower gear ratio, and light weight flywheel), other then that, all I can tell you is to aim away from trees ;)

[TRXboy]

^----Affraid to register?

A two speed is nice but pointless, you will ddefineltly get more speed but NO two speed is degined to go off road(Besides T-maxx) they simply are not durable enough.

[Rc1oGtMaN]

That's a sweet looking air cleaner on the engine. Never seen one shaped like a bow-tie.

Clam man, I've only seen a 2 speed for the GT once in recent years, and I lost the URL for the place that carries them.

[Turboduck01]

I'd like it more if it was the gt blue chassis : P

[Railman]

Teamted, You can't go wrong with the MIP clutch. It's the single best upgrade you can make & it's cheap!. There are many benefits. One is that when you shut the throttle down it will initially stay locked to help slow your truck. Then, unlike the stock clutch, it will release COMPLETELY, allowing your drag brake to make your truck turn way better than a stock clutch. It will help keep your clutch bell & bearings a lot cooler due to the full release at the no throttle setting.
It just makes the truck more responsive, & due to the reduced heat, it's lot easier to mantain the clutch bearing. I like the #2 setting, trailing shoe with the counter weights, as does everyone I have talked to at the track. :cool: ;)
I'm with Mark on the Zero maintanance bellcrank. The bearings are a winner but I
don't like having to add a servo saver. I have used the big Kimbro saver, but you have to shimm your servo about 1/16" to get the clearance you need. That makes for an awkward servo horn to bellcrank angle, & adds more slop to the steering linkage. I wish they made it with a sevo saver.

Shakedown, It's been a while since I've messed with my steering posts, but I'm almost positive that both sides are threaded, at any rate all the parts on the steering are the same as the tub setup.
On my kit they forgot to thread the screw for the servo saver nut! :rolleyes:

IloveMyGT, The trick to the slides is to get the proper angles on the linkages. On my GT with an MT12 & slide, I rebent the brake arm wire so that it stayed square to the brake rod. That way you get the maximum brake response out of the servo travel. On the throttle you need to do just the opposite. You need to position the slide rod on the servo horn so that it takes a lot of servo movement to move the throttle at idle. That will give a negative curve to the throttle mechanicaly. That's the trick to makeing a slide controlable. I'm sorry, I don't do pictures yet...too busy typing, & besides I don't know how! Joe

[Railman]

Major bummer! I just spent a half hr doing a detailed post & it went to a black hole! That was after I was thanked for posting. :mad: :eek: :rolleyes: :confused:

[Railman]

Is that you Jeep?

[PnP 420 Racing]

Bowtie Baby!

[gokou]

Tyco: I'm all for brand spirit, but you can take it too far, and the bow-tie air cleaner is taking it way too far. :p

I'd like to see the rest of the car it's in... appears to be a 72 Chevelle.

And since someone brought up the subject of wheelies... THIS (http://www.jimdyerchevyclassics.com/stuff/gt_vids/wheelie_and_flip-hi.mov) and THIS (http://www.jimdyerchevyclassics.com/stuff/gt_vids/wheelie_and_flip_2-hi.mov) are two reasons why wheelies can be both fun and expensive :D

[Sponsored By Tyco]

i never have broke a chassis or even bent my chassis but it is scratched like heck. Oh crap i just relized that if i never would have told you mark about scott selling his engine this whole confusion would have never happened... http://www.plauder-smilies.de/bounce/bluegrab.gif

[PnP 420 Racing]

Looks like it's time for a new forum. Here it is! :D

[Jace2000]

:D

[GTracer22]

I Hav a problem with flywheels, about 2 days ago my flywhell started to slip when i tried to start my car with my starter box so i took off my flywheel and the bolt/shaft that holds it on to the collet had engraved a big circle in it so it wouldnt stay tight.So i wnt and bougt an mip light weight flywheel and a few days later it did the same thing.
So whats wrong?

[Jace2000]

PnP...
I'm not sure if this is what everyone wants to do. We've had a similar discussion with the regular members at the GT forum earlier in the posts and I recall voting to keep on posting one thread.
I've just notified SteveP and requested his attention on the posting errors. I'm sure he'll come back to us soon with an answer.
Let's wait a little while longer before we make more work for SteveP.

[FTGT Racer]

testing testing this forum workin?

[SteveP]

testing

[Sponsored By Tyco]

i think Steve was just testing us to see what we would all do cause if you read his post it says 'TESTING' and why would he put that if he is closing it for good?

[Sponsored By Tyco]

Like jace said also we voted on posting only in one rc10gt forum.

[TRXboy]

steve- can we go back to are old forum?

[SteveP]

There's a pain in the ass technical glitch with the previous forum, and the problem was compounded each time someone tried to post. I closed the thread temporarily to keep anyone from trying to post more messages while we try to fix the problem.

[RC10GTMark]

I guess, but you better get working on it soon, and dont let this happen again steve, your slackin!! :mad: :mad:

lol j/p :D

I kinda like the new forum. If we can make it big, it will show the GT posters dominate the board, plus this one loads faster. the other thread lagged me on cable..

[ 08-14-2001: Message edited by: Mark ]

[atm92484]

Nooooo it can't be dead! :mad:

Oh well life goes on....

This stinks; between work and golf I haven't had time to drive the GT in almost a month.

[PnP 420 Racing]

I think the other one was getting old anyways. There was too much info on one little thread,and it was slowing down. Same thing happened to onlineracing.cc's board

"Let's get This Party Started..."

-Crash

[ 08-14-2001: Message edited by: PnP 420 Racing ]

[RC10GTMark]

I agree with crash. If we can get this thread caught up to the losi xxxnt forum then that shows who dominates who =).

[PnP 420 Racing]

You guys oughta see my cage i made for my GT with metal coat hanger and jb weld,it's cool. Anyways,my GT seems to run very fast nowadays,I'm loving the 20% Fuel. It helped a lot. Reminding you this is a GT RTR. I installed Bowties,left on the stock fronts,put in bearings,put in RPM Ballcups,put in an AE Air filter,which makes it run great. I love this truck and am planning on getting more upgrades as i get paid! :D

"Gimme Fuel Gimme Fire Gimme That which i desire! Oh!"

-Crash
"There's Nothing you cant do with beer"-Homer Simpson :D

[ilovemygt]

here is my gt with my new body pretty nice for first time painting
http://www.printroom.com/_vti_bin/ViewImage.dll?userid=rc10racer&album_id=33001&image_id=2&courtesy=1
http://www.printroom.com/_vti_bin/ViewImage.dll?userid=rc10racer&album_id=33001&image_id=3&courtesy=1

[Rc1oGtMaN]

Looks good, man. I just snapped some photos of my GT, minus a few things, since it's still down. You should see some in a few days.

Mark O.

[Sponsored By Tyco]

my gt still collecting dust i have been very busy doing other stuff. Well as soon as i get my new clutch and new clutchbell bearings i will be out driving her.

[voltronracer]

what kind of tires are you guys running out there? I'm looking for some street tires to put on my GT. Should I put some proline road hawgs on the front and rear tires? Thanks :)

[rc10gt_bb]

Those should work good. I think we should ditch that old forum. It was getting so danf full I was losing my place and I havn't even wanted to visit it lately. i think we should keep this one going and get a fresh start.

[gokou]

I'm currently playing with an R/C in my room (no, I'm not driving my GT in the house.) I think everyone needs one of these-- it's an Academy 1/25 scale Leopard tank. Very cool. Besides driving it all over my room and everything on the floor, it has an onboard air-powered BB gun, with the turret elevation and rotation being R/C controlled. I've set up a target in my room, and having a ball shooting at it. What a fun toy-- I highly recommend getting one! They are surprisingly well detailed and are pretty quick, but the BB gun is what makes it a blast (pun intended) :D

And the best part-- they're only $119!
Check them out here: http://airsoftkorea.com/z/view.php3?id=rc&page=1&page_num=20&desc=desc&category=&keykind=&keyword=&select_arrange=headnum&no=4

If you have a few spare bucks and want a cool toy, I highly recommend you get one!

[draggerman11]

:eek: :eek:That thing is too cool Gouko! How far does it shoot(main attraction hehehe)?

[Gokou]

It's too dark to take it outside, but the box says about a 20 meter range... that ain't bad! It makes a heck of a pop in the house, and the one time I missed my towel backstop the darn thing ricoched all over the room! They also leave a nice little welt... :rolleyes:

My next plan is to get a laser diode from the local electronics store, combined with a spotlight from one of my Tamiya static tank kits and rig up a laser sight of sorts mounted on the barrel. :D

I'm currently saving money for one a little bit at a time, but one of these is my ultimate goal: http://www.interdacom.ru/~tanks/

I love what out of work Russian engineers can make. They're works of art! The amphibious vehicle is especially cool.

[ 08-15-2001: Message edited by: Gokou ]

[draggerman11]

Gouko, I might have to pick one up. It will be Defender; Defender of my room! They're cheap too. How does it shoot the bb? air pressure?(I have PLENTY of experience with that; I've shot baby carrot sized things 500 feet or so)I was going to get a micro, but tht just took its place.... :D

[ilovemygt]

does anyone know a good carb setting for the cvr with slide carb iam running 20% blue thunder with the ae pipe

[Nabby]

Most likely the dumbest thing posted in this thread, but hey, I'll admit I simply don't know...

I have an OS .12 CV-X. I purchased it with my FT-GT from Tower. How do I know if I have a slide carb or not???? :confused:

Nabby

[Jwelch]

Ilovemygt, I though I was the only person who put Dirt Hawgs with Edges!

[Rc1oGtMaN]

Nabby, the regular CV is only made with a rotary carb.

Mark O.

[Railman]

GTMAN is right about the regular CV's, but I believe the Hypers can be had with a slide. Anyway the way to tell the differance is that the slide carb has a slideing barrel, & the rotary (std CV carb) has a barrel that rotates in a screw fashion to open the carb throat. ;)

[GTracer22]

Hey guys im having a flywheel problem. A few weeks ago i tried to start my gt and the flywheel started to slip so i took it off and the shaft/nut that holds it against the collet and it had engraved a big circle in it so i went out and bought an mip flywheel and the same thing happened a few days later and i just put it up so i didt damage it, So what is wrong with my car? oh by the way i use a starter box. :mad:

[ 08-15-2001: Message edited by: GTracer22 ]

[Railman]

GTracer, It sounds like the threaded shaft is too long or you have a poorly threaded clutch nut. I had a bad clutch nut with my FTGT. Are you shure you have the proper amount of washer behind the flywheel collet/corn? Check the alignment of the clutch bell to the spur gear & use the washers needed to get the proper alignment. It may be nescesary to retighten the threaded shaft into the crank, or you may need to trim it down. This is my best guess. Let us know how it goes.

[atm92484]

I'd say to do what Railman said. I think just adding a washer or 2 behind the flywheel should do the trick.

[BlackWolf]

GTRacer22, by chance was it a Picco P12 engine?

[RC10GTMark]

I think I can finally get my gt running tomarrow =), yay.

[Nabby]

Rc1oGtMaN and Railman,

Thanks for the info! I'm finally getting close to firing this baby up for the first time... We'll see how that goes. Pictures will follow.

Nabby

[ilovemygt]

i have the xtm starterbox i like it i got it for 60 plus shipping so it was a pretty good deal also they look just like the ofna's

[RC Freak]

where did u get the xmt box.

[Rc1oGtMaN]

The only place you can buy the XTM box is from Hobby People. (http://www.hobbypeople.net)

Mark O.

[Rc1oGtMaN]

Here's a more direct route: http://www.hobbypeople.net/gallery/146052.htm. The box is ten dollars over your budget, but you get a battery, power panel, charger, and a glow starter.

Mark O.

[GTracer22]

No blackwolf,im using a cv-r :cool:

[bullfrog]

hey guys how good is the RC10GT rtr???? im thinking of getting one when i get a job.... thanks

[atm92484]

The GT RTR IMO is the best RTR stadium truck out there, compared to the competition. However if I were you I'd try to spend the extra money and get something like the Team version just so you get some better parts and bearings.

[RC10GTMark]

The RTR is awesome but so is the Team. If you buy the RTR put some bearings in and you wont notice a difference. FTGT has a couple lighter parts, maybe a couple stronger (shock towers) but other than that you really wont notice a difference if you switched lets say turn buckles, aluminum screws to blue aluminum screws and blue annodized shocks.

[GTracer22]

I heard that the stock pipee on the rtr isnt race legal. Am i right? :D

[ 08-16-2001: Message edited by: GTracer22 ]

[PnP 420 Racing]

I would think it would be legal but i'm not sure,since we race unlimited gas out here. I'm doing great with my RTR.

-Crash

[Nabby]

Yes, it's another question from me :p

I'm to the point of setting up my throttle linkage. When the servo is at idle, should the spring be compressed at all? I can't seem to screw the ball cup on far enough to connect it to the ball and still mount the servo where it belongs.

If I'm not making any sense, let me know and I'll post a picture...

As always, thanks!!

Nabby

[treedr]

Does anyone like the MIP stinger from a performance standpoint, of is it just made for effect?

[atm92484]

Nabby, the spring should not be compressed at all. It just puts extra strain on everything. I too found the rod to be a little too long. I just pulled out the wire cutters and took a little bit off the threaded end and it works fine now.

I also redid my linkage sort of to make it stronger. Instead of having that silver throttle pivot then using the throttle pivot clip to hold it on, I took an extra collar and one of the 6568 4-40 x 3/16 screws. I then enlarged the hole on the servo horn so the screw would fit through, then I put some CA onto the screw (only a tiny, tiny amount though so you don't glue everything together) and I carefully threaded the screw into the collar, making sure it was loose enough so it could pivot and the pushrod could slide through. It works really well and it hasn't failed me yet. If you want I'll get some pics.

GTracer, if a track is going to care about the stock RTR pipe then they are also going to care about the .15 engine so you'll need a .12 engine along with a new pipe (if it isn't legal that is). Get what I'm saying?

[ 08-16-2001: Message edited by: atm92484 ]

[Nabby]

ATM,

I'll try the clipping first... Yes, I would be interested in seeing your custom setup on the linkage.

Thanks!!!

Nabby

[TRXboy]

Treedr- from what i have seen it makes the engine run inconsistantly, it also as some bad problems, it adds alot of weight to the back of the truck causeing even less steering, the shock tower is pittifly weak, and if you land on your back you will clog the stinegr and stall the engine or even worse, crack the engine blokc(Its been done..trust me)

went back to rotary carb, couldent get the linkegs set up right with the slider, now i need some needle settings, anybody got them for a CV-R? Also looks like my thought of the rtanny not holding up where true, lost both idler and diff gear, still placed 5th in the A main, not to bad consdering my qualifyinh was horrible(he i replaced a tranny in 10 min, not bad)But now my delema..the gts there...OOOMMMGGG they handeled like a dream, better then any losi i have ever seen, stuck to the ground, had no push, and no over steer, amazing, will a longer wheel base increae steeering? i might have to try that, s you noticed, i havent posted much, been alittle busy.


now for another problem, anybody have spur gear issues? i think i am havving problems with my slipper, i dont think its slipping, my spurs keep stripping, getting anoying(Ok 3 quilifers, first one, blew tranny, second one, blew spur gear, 3rd, finished with 3 flame outs, not good, stil managed to win 5 out of 8 in the a main tho) and thats my story, im going to make my self some pop tarts, peace.

[GTracer22]

The pipe thing doesnt apply to me because i dont have the rtr, but i just remembered my friend saying something about it.

[RC10GTMark]

Nick, the spur gear issue, take apart the slipper. I have had my slipper pad rip and get a crumple, and when I tightened down on it, one side was a little off, so the spur ran untrue. Same when u tightent the spur, if it isn't true it will strip, I use medium locktite cause I have also had them fly off on me, just one screw, and it strips.

As for the steering, I would imagine the shorter wheel base would have better steering. Look at it this way, a vw bug has like a 6 foot wheel base, and a ford f350 with a crew cab and long bed has like a 20 foot (not really) wheel base, and the bug can bust a u turn just about anywhere, and a f350 cant just about anywhere.

[TRXboy]

Dude thats what i thougt!!! Read the maual tho "Use longer wheel base for better steering, shorter for more rear traction"

[Tee]

TRxBoy, the manual is correct in my experience. "At speed", when the slip angles are greater than zero (= tires sliding), the weight distribution is a bigger factor than the smaller turning radius offered due to shortened wheelbase. Unless you're driving really slowly (= setting your trim, getting to the grid, or whatever) the radius advantage of the shorter wheelbase really doesn't mean much. In other words, I'm saying the wheelbase change is to put more or less weight over the rear tires.

Ok, trivial question. Do you believe RCCA wrote those "tuning" manual(s) that Associated sells? That's what I think!! I also think they wrote the instructions (or plagiarised) RCCA for their Picco engine "leaflet". Again, that's what I think!!

[ 08-17-2001: Message edited by: Tee ]

[TRXboy]

sooooo shoudl i go long or short for better steering?

[RC Freak]

i am gunna get a ftgt from tower with the cv .12 or the cvx .12. i cant decide. should i get the pull start or the non pull start. and if i get the non ps what starter box should i get for under $100

[RC10GTMark]

I thought short, but from what he said, which seems to make sence, go with the long wheel base.

[Railman]

Tee's right. I know it sounds backwards that a longer truck would turn better, but like Tee said it removes some weight from the rear & moves it to the front. I'm not shure if I would want to lose any rear traction though. Have you tried adding about 3/4 oz to the front? I think the biggest reason that the XXXNT's turn so well is that they are way heavier in the front than GT"s.

[Railman]

Nabby, I don't know that I agree with ATM on not compressing the throttle spring. Thats what allows the brake to release before the rpm comes up & power is applied to the wheels. I used to try to do the same thing myself, that is run it with vry little throttle spring compression. The manual recomends 1/16" if I remember right. You need that for the brake to be fully released when the clutch engages, or it will result in a spinout. It's sort of like power braking in the middle of a turn...not good! I'm going to have to take a look at ATM's servo horn trick though. :cool:

[TRXboy]

see thats what i dont inderstand, i wish i got vids of these guys driving, i never seen any truck handel as weel as there, no push, no over steer, they just where planted..and GT's...sick...

[atm92484]

Let me rephrase what I said after what Railman pointed out; when I said don't have it compress I meant don't have it compress like 1/4". It should be compressed ever so slightly, just like it says in the manual.

[Sponsored By Tyco]

Nick,

the needle settings are: At idle, barrel opening: 1mm
High speed needle: 2 turns counter-clockwise out from closed position
Low speed needle: Screw in until flush with outside of carb body, then screw it in 1/2 turn farther.
That is what OS emailed me since i needed settings. But now that my carb is all messed up (leaking) and the neck of the carb is cracked so i can't run my truck. :(

[Sponsored By Tyco]

well my gt still sits on the shelve since i have no money to buy a carb.

[ilovemygt]

hey tyco what engine do you need a carb for i have a extra os slider carb that ill sell for 20 since its new

my gt is running great i have my cvr fully broken in and put a rotary carb back on it runs so much better my clutch no longer kills the bearings since i put a new clutch nut on and put teflon sealed bearings in that were only 4.00 a piece at my lhs that beats paying 6.00 a piece for regular sealed bbs at another lhs

the only problem i have is that it now pulles wheelies all over my gearing is 65/15 should i loosen my slipper or change gearing?

trxboy i use 2 turns on the top and flush on the low speed it seems to work for me on my cvr with a 10e carb

[ 08-17-2001: Message edited by: ilovemygt ]

[Rc1oGtMaN]

Small tip, you can switch to ollite bushings in your clutch, and you'll have the same performance, since the only time they need to be used is when the car is braking or is at idle. Since the car won't be moving, you won't notice a difference, and the bushings are cheaper and can handle bigger loads than bearings.

Nick, what kind of pop tarts did you make? My favorites are the iced brown sugar and cinnamon ones. Those don't stay in the pantry for more than two days. I went to my LHS today for the TRX battery box, but they didn't have them. :mad:

My GT is almost running. I just need to get a battery to drive again. A friend of mine made a roll cage for me. It's brass, and hardly weighs a thing. He still needs to finish the lower portions cage, so it can be mounted. It's a very simple design that fits snug under the body, but the frame is very effective. The thing also makes my truck look a lot like a dune buggy.

Mark O.

[Jace2000]

This question has been asked here before but I don't recall an answer.

Has anyone tried to fit a SG type crankshaft engine in their GT? I'm havin' a major headache trying to solve this issue. All of the good turbo engines in our local market is sold with a SG crankshaft and I need to get a Novarossi RS12T on my GT.
I've tried calling Europe, Asia, and the US but they all tell me that Novarossi is on vacation and won't have anything until end of September. Boo hoo hoo~! :(

[athowells]

How good is the RTR GT?

[FTGT Racer]

a long crank wont work u need to cut it off with a dremal or similar tool

[TRXboy]

GTman- Im got the power puff girl ones, tast like the wild berry kind, they kick!

[Jace2000]

FTGT Racer...
Thanks for the suggestion but I found out that the problem is more complex than that.
Anyone else with a suggestion?

[Rc1oGtMaN]

Jace did you find anything about that? I can't dig up even a speck of dirt about modding SG cranks. Have you posted this question in the Nitro Forum, or written a company? Also, did you ask the guys at your lhs about that? As a last resort, you could buy the engine and order a normal crank for it.

Nick, those are good too.

[Jace2000]

RC10GTMan...
I haven't found anything anywhere either. I've written to AE and I'm waiting for them to get back to me. It sure would give users more flexibility if they could solve this problem.

Like you said, buying a crankshaft is a las resort. Cost too much :)

[Turboduck01]

Whatever happened to the GT's new gas tank... the one that was flipped, I've been waiting forever :confused: :(

[Nabby]

atm and Railman,

I do have a little compression, but before, it would be at least halfway compressed. I think I have a good compression now. The only thing left to do for me now is to extend my battery pack cable. I have an XR3 radio and the battery length doesn't reach all the way to the receiver, so I'm just gonna clip it and solder in a few more inches to make it reach!

Nabby

[ 08-17-2001: Message edited by: Nabby ]

[ilovemygt]

i need needle setting for a cvr with slide carb i got my linkage to work great on it i used bike spokes with brass stoper that where dilled out to fit on the bike spoke

[Rc1oGtMaN]

The new tanks are out, Turbo. They have been at my lhs for about 6 months or so. Maybe you should order one from Tower, if they have them.

[PnP 420 Racing]

Wow guys 71 posts in 3 days! Keep it up! :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D

[DesertRacer]

Jace,

About Nova Rossi... A crazy idea, check the RB Concepts web page they have a question and answer forum. RB has their engines built by Nova Rossi.

[ 08-18-2001: Message edited by: DesertRacer ]

[ritchies rc10gt]

i have a quick question for you
guys.on my gt i have new rims and tires on it but the directions for the rims say to cut a hole in the sidewall of the tires.there is no hole in the rims either but the rims that came with had holes in them,but the ones on it now dont have any holes yet,now my friend said i need the holes but the car is handeling perfect with barely any spinout or sliding in the corners.now here is the question should i leave it alone or should i drill holes in the rims?im scared to touch it cuz it is handeling so good.a guy at the track last night was impressed with the way it was handeling.i just dont want to screw it up.ive been trying to get it to handle like this since i bought it.thanx in advance

one more thing what do you guys think about the steel spurgear?my LHS was out of stock on the plstic gears so i had to spend my last 40 bux on the steel gears

[ 08-18-2001: Message edited by: ritchies rc10gt ]

[Turboduck01]

RC10GTMAN. Thanks for the heads up, i guess my lhs just hasnt got any : P No wonder I havent seen any :P :cool:

[atm92484]

I used steel gears but I hated them. They always seemed to wear out no matter how good the mesh was. Then I found the plastic RRP gears and I've never touched steel again.

[gedertr]

What is a good site to use to post pics??? I want to show you my GT!

[gedertr]

Here it is...

http://www.printroom.com/_vti_bin/ViewImage.dll?userid=gedertr&album_id=34380&image_id=1&courtesy=1

http://www.printroom.com/_vti_bin/ViewImage.dll?userid=gedertr&album_id=34380&image_id=0&courtesy=1

[ 08-19-2001: Message edited by: gedertr ]

[DesertRacer]

Anyone, Here’s my problem – my pinion and spur gear don’t quite line up. If I had it all to do over again, I’d put another washer under the flywheel - I’m off by about 1 washer thickness. Should I pull the flywheel (dread) and add the spacer or go with the flow?

Turbo, should you happen to find the part number for the reverse fuel tank, would you please post it? I need one bad – I can’t get to my low range mixture adjustment easily and I’m messing up my carburetor. I was wondering about the tracks in Ridgecrest, Inyokern and California City – What are they like? Which one is best for practice? Do you ever race there? I’ll be moving to Victorville in Mid-November. Hope to try them all out. Grew up racing dirt bikes around your area, we had a house in Johannesburg for the weekends – Ridgecrest is the spiritual center of my universe (smile).

Gederty, That’s a great looking car and paint job! Is that a radio box!? Looks like your running an associated air filter. Nice aluminum parts as well! How long have you had the car and which kit did you start with (RTR etc&#8230 ;)?

atm92484, I’m using the RRP steel spur and pinion gears hope they don’t wear out as yours did. What brand were you using and did you put on a matched steel gear set (pinion and spur).

Thanks

[FTGT Racer]

why do you all want a reverse tank? it would make it harder to fill up with the body on. thanks just wonderin!

FTGT

[Sponsored By Tyco]

gedertr nice looking gt. Good job on that body.

[DesertRacer]

FTGT Racer, the tank gets in the way of working on the carb low end mixture settings. In my case anyways...

[ritchies rc10gt]

the tank is in my way also.its a real pain in the rear to adjust the low end needle.how do i stop it from blowing the clutch bell bearings?also mine is a RTR GT and i noticed on another one at the store it came with a metal gear steering servo and rear shock mounts.mine came with a plastic gear servo and no rear shock mounts.was it supposed to have them?could the factory have messed up on mine?or did they change something during production?i am gonna email associated and ask them cuz im curios if somebody might have returned it to the store or if it was a mistake.the box was sealed when i got it

[OmegaTrac]

What fuel should be run with the RTR engine?

[ritchies rc10gt]

the papers that came with mine recomend the following fuels:
o'donnelracing fuel
duratrax red alert
blue thunder race formula
FSR fuels
trinity
byron's originals
traxxas top fuel
with a nitro content between 10% and 20%and contain both castor and synthetic oils.no airplane fuels!i use blue thunder race formula or O'Donnel racing fuel.and they recomend using a McCoy MC 59 glowplug

[gedertr]

DesertRacer - I started with a a Team Edition "tub" chassis nearly FOUR YEARS ago! I have updated to the new chassis and have added a million hop-ups in the last year(i almost have enough spare parts to build a second truck!). That is a kyosho rubber dust cover for the reciever i bought at Tower Hobbies. I am running an OS .15CV with O'donnell Head (and sometimes my original/ported .12CV with O'donnell Head). I have recently switched from Blue Thunder 20% (non race formula, which I loved) to O'donnell 20% racing fuel. I am still re-tuning. I think I will go back to Blue Thunder...it just works well for me.

[atm92484]

I had the hardened RRP gear along with a hardened RRP pinion. Yes the gear did include a pinion but I wanted a bigger one for more speed.

The front fill tank is cool and I'm glad they made it since it helps accessing the low-end, but I too think you might have problems filling it. Ya you can run a zip tie through the roof and use that to open it, but if you roll and slide couldn't it pull the tank opened? Or you could just run a long zip tie to the hole right above the engine.

[Sponsored By Tyco]

Slowing down people pick up the pace!!!j/k.

Well topic is slowing down alot!!!

[DesertRacer]

Gedertr-You’ve done a great job with the truck. I can’t believe it’s 4 years old! Way to go!

[MtnKodiak]

Just a quick note to all the new folks trying to figure out which vehicle brand to buy. If you have local hobby shops (LHSs), go to them first and see what brands they stock parts for first! This should be a MAJOR deciding factor. A friend got an HPI Nitro Rush, and it's a fine vehicle, but no place around here sells parts for them! I have an rc10gt, and a local track has every part imaginable. It makes live SOOO much easier.

If you don't have any LHSs, then "never mind", just use the internet and wait a day or two.

--mK
(btw, I think having one thread for 10 zillion posts is one of the silliest things I've ever seen. No search capability at all, and unless you read every day, there's no hope in keeping up. Seems to me the root of it appears to be the need to prove that 'Associated Is Best'. Again? :rolleyes: Why not just dedicate an area to each major brand? )

[PnP 420 Racing]

::zaps kodiac:: It's an associated thing hahahahahaha. :D

[Jwelch]

Hey Mark (O) you still coming to Medfield?? BTW, what setting do you guys use for your MIP 4 n 1's?

[KC10Chief]

Oh man. I need one of those BB shooting RC tanks. My wife's cat would live in constant fear. Anyways, I have a couple questions about my GT. I have the factory team kit. It's a great truck, but mine sure is pushy. Tonight I lengthened the wheelbase and set the toe in to 0 on the front wheels. I also put silver springs on the front and raised the ride height on the front to where the arms were level with the kickup. On the rear I raised it to where the dogbones were level with the chassis. I did have the toe in set at about 2 degrees on each wheel. I'm just eyeballing it really, but it looks straight. When I lengthened the wheelbase, I did it just like the manual said and moved that little washer to the front of whatever that thing is called that the axle goes in. I've been drinking for my birthday and can't remember what it's called. Anyways, does anybody have any advice on what I can do to make it corner better? If I lose some traction, that's okay. Should I add a little weight to the front? I was thinking I could attach a dead AA battery to the front somewhere for some weight. I live in an apartment and my neighbors hate it when I'm blasting a gas truck up and down the sidewalk at 10pm on a school night. Also, I am hearing a really high pitched squeak coming from the drivetrain on my truck. I can't figure out what it is. Could it be the little slipper ring? I hear it when I blip the throttle and I can even hear it during a race with other cars out on the track. It's not loud, but it's so high pitched that it stands out over other noise. I don't hear it on any other trucks out there. Could it be a bearing going out? I'm going to be mad if I blew another clutch bearing. Does anybody make better bearings for the clutch? I hate that little flange thing on there. Thanks for any info! Matt

[Rc1oGtMaN]

John Welch, it's still a possibility. If we go, we'll move at Christmas. Part of me wants to move, but the other half is keeping me here.

Mark O.

[Portlander]

Well I finally found this new thread, I was wondering why the old one wasn't gaining its usual page or two per day.
Anyways, I was reading through the thread and I think I might have some input to the topic about how the longer/shorter wheelbase effects the steering/traction. And to clearify, the reason a big ford F-150 truck can't turn well is because its loaded down with a huge v-10, and the engine also gets in the way of the front wheels turning as much. when you turn your GT, the rear wheels actually twist on the pavement, and when the rear tires are closer to the front wheels, that twist has to happen sooner then if the wheels were farther apart. I know that this is probably very confusing, but think of it this way, when you ride your bike when it has wet wheels (to leave a track) it doesn't leave one track, because the front wheel is the only one turning. And that is also why the shorter wheel base gives the truck more rear traction, because the wheels don't twist as easily. :D

[Portlander]

and about the high pitched squel, its sounds like your slipper clutch was loose, and it slipped one too many times. If that happenes, the pads tend to get a glossy like surface to it, and makes the clutch slip even more. the squel is kind of like when a full sized car's brake pads get worn all the way down and the metal on metal rubbing makes the well known squel.

[ritchies rc10gt]

i think i might have figured out how to fix the clutchbell bearing problems.im not sure on how well it works yet but will know tomorrow night.i took the clutchbell needle bearing out of my rush and put it in the GT's bell.it fits the bell nice but is a little loose on the pilot shaft.but its not as loose as the bearings that ive been buying for it.

[Railman]

The reason bearings fail is a result of several factors. One is excessive heat due to the clutch slipping too long. Thats one of the reasons I like the MIP clutch. Lower gearing (smaller clutch bell) also helps because it allows the engine rpm to come up faster & lock up the clutch...less heat. I have been using a dry teflon type bearing lube lately with good results. It's actually a bicycle cable lube & costs about $3 at a bike shop. Just clean out the bearings & let them soak a few minutes & then dry before using. I put mine on a light bulb to set the teflon & dry. The other & I think the biggest reason they fail is the extreme pressure on them that happens when the chassis flexes from landing from jumps, crashes etc. I like to settle on gearing & locktite the engine mount to the chassis, & also locktite the engine to the engine mount. The engine block acts like a top brace for the chassis & if not locked in will wiggle arround, allowing more chassis flex. I use red locktite (high strength) on the mounts & blue (med) on the screws. Works for me. Vitually never strip spur gears & bearings last for about a gallon of fuel. I have almost always locktited the mounts, but my son wouldn't do his, & he was always stripping spur gears, & yes the mesh was correct. I finally showed him the wear marks on the chassis under the engine mount from it wiggleing under stress, & finally talked him into the locktite. Problem solved, no more stripped spurs, & much better clutch bearing life. The only down side is its a little more hassle to remove the engine , but it's well worth it. Just my $.02
Joe
;)

[Railman]

Heh! Portlander! How'd you kill the old thread? :p :D

[ilovemygt]

i used to have a problem with clutch bearings then i got a new clutch nut and tuflon sealed bbs. problem sovled :)

[Turboduck01]

Do any of you guys race dirt oval with your GT's? I think racing Oval is sooo much harder than off road. One bobble, and you're in last place. I couldn't find any kind of setup to work. So i was either pushing up to the top or completely spinning around : ( It was worth the try, but I just couldn't get it down.

[wojo65]

i am gonna buy a .12 picco. I heard this will make my GT fly (i have a facoty team GT) is that true? i wanna be able to tear up my neighbors tmaxx. :rolleyes:

[ilovemygt]

kc10 i found out what your problem is the high pitch noise is because your from your diff being to loose trust me i read it in rcca :D

[atm92484]

I need an opinion from you guys; Tower still has some of the old GT Sports with bushing, dogbones, gold shocks, and the tub chassis. Do you guys think it would be worth picking one up just as a collector's item? I know its the basic GT but someday do you think it would be something to collect?

[Rc1oGtMaN]

You may have a loose pilot shaft, so I'd check that if I were you, KC10.

ATM, I think that the GT could be worth something someday, but I think the greatest value in old cars is their sentiment.

Mark O.

[PnP 420 Racing]

Yes,i race my GT on oval,it's alot of fun to go so fast! If your truck pushes,try loosening the slipper some or adding about 2 3/4 ounce bait sinkers to the front. Worked for me and it turns great :D

[ 08-22-2001: Message edited by: PnP 420 Racing ]

[TeamCarnage]

I practiced at a new indoor offroad track near me Sun,due to the rain.Their wasn't enough guys to race. This one GT was really hooked up, so naturally I asked about his setup. The only 2 odd things were Losi axle stubs and a shim under the rear arm mounts to change anti squat. He told me the axles are 1/8th wider than AEs. I didn't ask to drive it, wished I would have now.Anybody try something like this? I'm in the dark with anti-squat,anybody with a brief explanation? Thanx,Nick

[TeamCarnage]

For guys wanting to to know, the tracks in LaPorte IN. Finish Line Hobbies.Brand new. This will take off some of the edge of the winter blahs :) Nice facility. Oval carpet too.Might even try a L3... Nah, can't get enogh of that burnt nitro

[Jwelch]

Anyone have the Odonnell head for the AE .15 yet? Tell me what you think.

[TRXboy]

only me...i swear....

http://www.printroom.com/_vti_bin/ViewImage.dll?userid=TRXboy&album_id=29534&image_id=29&param=96490

[ 08-22-2001: Message edited by: TRXboy ]

[Rc1oGtMaN]

Nah Nick. I gotcha beat on that one. My GT rims came with no inner portion when I got the truck. I also stripped out one of my rims. It happens when your little drive pins that go in the wheel get bent or start to break.

TC, can't help you on the anti sqaut thing. Sorry.

Mark O.

[Railman]

Some guys run GTX rear hubs with the Losi axles so they can use the Losi bearing & spacer setup. It's suppose to reduce the amount of slop in the axle to rim mount, by allowing you to torque the wheel down tighter. I don't know if it's worth the hassle & expense though. Joe

[ 08-21-2001: Message edited by: Railman ]

[RC10GTMark]

I've been gone for a while, alot of junk going on. Anyway the truck has got a make over. I added titanium turnbuckles, new hump pack, GS racing purple ball cups, edge front and gladiator rear tires, new ae rims rebuilt the shocks, made new brake linkage for slide carb and I got a reciever cover and a new wiring harness with a charger jack. It is cool, gt look so much cleaner now.

If scott (guy who said I ripped him off but set it all strait) sends his package, I will have rpm hub carriers, 1/4 inch cvds and bearings to add to my new upgrades. The truck looks good now, all the wheels point strait.. hehe.

[TRXboy]

GT man....i broke the center out of my wheels...i worked for mien :)...and theres more to that wheel then you know..the wheels hex melted....

[wojo65]

can anyone help me, would a picco .12 be a good fast engine for a ft gt :confused:

[Sponsored By Tyco]

wojo, What kind of exsaught does it have? Picco or standard? well I have heard bad things about piccos well just their.12's so just pay a little more and get the picco .15 rear exsaught if you aren't under roar regulations if you plan to race.

[JP]

The Piccos are great engines. They are VERY smooth in powerband. I have a .15 in my GT with no problems. If anything the .15 would be more accident prone because it uses the same crankshaft/rod as the .12. But I haven't had any problems with it...

[treedr]

Can I put a two-speed trans on my GT? I want more top end :mad:

[atm92484]

TRX, I've done that to a couple of rims. Then I switched over to Prolines and I've had no problems.

Treedr, just change the gearing. If the highest gearing, 73 mph, isn't enough for you then I don't know what is. That is using a 24t clutch bell and a 54t spur gear. Pretty much its pressing the limits of what the engine can handle.

[treedr]

I don't want to sacrifice the bottom end though. My car seems to peak out too early. The Megatech M16 and carb work great. I just need a little more I think. Is there a 2 speed available? Thanks :eek:

[Sponsored By Tyco]

yeah i had a 24/54 combo but stripped the spur http://www.plauder-smilies.de/sad/bluecry1.gif

[RC10GTMark]

73mph, I dought that. No a two speed is not available.

[atm92484]

No seriously, I used a gear ratio calculator and got 73 mph. The only thing is thats with a CV-R doing 36k rpms. At 30k rpms though you still get 60 mph- not to shabby. Right now I'm using an 18t clutch bell and a 65t spur gear with my 12 CV-R and my top-end and acceleration are good. I can hit 45 with no trouble.

Try maybe a 18t clutch bell and a 63 or 62 tooth spur gear if you want more speed and since you have a .16 engine your acceleration shouldn't be that bad. If you do try this I'd reccomend using the Robinson Racing machined plastic spur gears; they are a million times better than stock.

[Trucks]

pnp 420, the lead weight in the front is just that, just dead weight, try one softer spring (in front) to get more weight to transfer to the front in the corners.

[TRXboy]

Atm...those are pro-lines dude..

[atm92484]

LOL..nothing can stand up to you.

[RC10GTMark]

Starter box fried, anyone wanna sell a starter box with battery and charger?