New custom pipe for the Savage - need your opinion

[StevePond]

A manufacturer is looking for some feedback on this custom pipe they're making for the HPI Savage. Offer your feedback on the pipe if you think it's something you'd like. No bashing if you don't like it, just say you don't like it. If you do like it please offer some constructive feedback or just say you like it just the way it is.

P.S. Apparently the production pipe will have a less prominent "brace" between the tuned pipe section and the "side pipe." Now it's supposedly much less visible and won't wrap around the side pipe - the "brace" will be essentially invisible from the side. The front section of the side pipe (the stinger on a conventional pipe) is also shortened by 10mm so the whole "sidepipe" is 10mm farther forward toward the front of the truck. Other than that, this is essentially how the pipe will appear.

http://www.rccaraction.com/pics/savagepipe1.jpg

http://www.rccaraction.com/pics/savagepipe2.jpg

[r.c.dealer]

I don't own a Savage, but I have to say that side pipe sticking out the side of the body looks pretty trick. :cool:

[oldginger]

http://www.rchub.com/gfx/myproducts/media/SA02-pro550.jpg

[fezzy]

I don't own a Savage but as a RC Entheausiast I'd say it looks pretty damn hot, Doesn't look as if it will hinder the performance much either... I bet with the long stinger it also makes a pretty deep muffled sound :cool:

[oldginger]

According to the designer, there will be a "T-Maxx" version of this scale muffler too. ;)

[JoeMAXX]

I would get one for each of my 2 TMaxxes if they became available :D

Nothing beats a cool looking side pipe on a MT :cool:

[chickenmobilin]

I would buy that!That is a pretty cool Mod, hopefully it will be avalible in the future!

[BigBadTahoe]

Its cool but looks like it might increase engine heat and possibly restrict the exhaust flow some.

[Godspeed]

That pipe looks darn cool. Wonder how it sounds like but hopefully there will not be any issues on the exhaust flow and performance of the engine with the extended side pipe on.

[rklein]

Sweet, I might have to get one for my T when they come out.:)

[Mr. Furious]

That looks awesome. The only thing I would do would be to sell that pipe with a dummy pipe for the other side so that it would have duals. The other pipe would of course be nonfuntional but with a small brace it could be mounted with minimal effort and totally complete the effect.

[MayhemRCNT]

Is there a web site?

[oldginger]

1) The product information, updates and photos will be available at http://www.rchub.com soon.

2) To those who have concerns about the exhaust flow and performance, I can only tell you that the muffler works very well compare to the original pipe and most tuned pipes you can find on the market.

3) Mr. Furious, your dual-exhaust idea will be forwarded to the designer. Thanks.

[MayhemRCNT]

The pipe look's great hope to see one for the Maxx.

Oldginger check your PM's

[dont slow down]

only one word comes to mind when i see that thing, SICK! (if your not a california high school student, that means its bad @ $ $) that thing looks freakin bad!! but they should make one for the maxx, and maybe just a dummy for the emaxx, that would look tight (also another good word from cali) comin out of my f350 emaxx. two thumbs way way up to this company for making a really good looking pipe.

[RandyT]

It looks great, reminds me of an old glass pack, but my question would be if the length of the stinger would affect engine performance, and also since its point outward, instead of downward, wouldn't all the oil would shoot over the tire and rear arms.

[ncrego]

There are two things that I see that might be issues. I wouldn't want to get that because of the pipe pointing out. It'll spray oil all over the tire and suspension, it would be better if it pointed down.

The other is durability, with it hanging out like that, it'll be more likely to take a hit. ANd if it does take a hit, the increased lever arm of the pipe sticking out would amplify the force, and cause damage.

I do think it looks cool, but I'm not sure I'd actually want to run it.

[oldginger]

Actually the project team members had a debate on the oily tire issue and could not come to a conclusion. That's why we decided to expose this project at this time and listen to what people say.

The rear suspension arm and shock (L or R depends on the vehicle) will eventually get oily after running a few tanks of fuel, no matter how you point the pipe out or down just like most gas-powered cars.

;) Well, when your car takes a hit you know it is going to look bad anyway, so let's drive just a little bit conservative with any "show" cars.

[-=ADA$=-]

it looks soooo coool, but i would be affraid, that it will rob the engine of some HP not much, but if it wont, it will be best pipe, ive ever saw!!So true, scale lookin'

[extremetmaxxer]

wow i really really! wanna put one on my supermaxx!

i think that the other pipe for symetry is a great idea but i think you should take it one step further and rout mabey some 1/4 inch tubing to the other side so exhaust comes out both sides. mabey??? or will i have to do that my self. either way its awsome to see some new designs or old ones, depends on how you look at it. lol

[crank throw wei]

I made a simular type of side pipe for my Ofna MBX-to-GTP conversion because the exhaust exitted under the GTP body otherwise.I agree with ADA$ that it will probably choke performance.For that reason,I made mine slip on over the stock outlet,and carried that size all the way to the end(in other words,where yours is 3/8",mine is 1/2").Yours looks a little more authentic.I'd post a pic,but that feature is disabled.

[fakieflip101]

i can see this going into a musclecar or vette body within the instant it is released.

[Impulsive73]

Maybe an "In-Line" style can be considered, i.e., with mounting springs instead of a silicone coupler. This would facilitate for easier cleaning and maintainance. :)

[microrcdude]

Awsome!!!

[oldginger]

Two more colors of this scale muffler. Let us know if you think the aluminum color is still the best. Thanks!
http://www.rchub.com/gfx/media/SA02-pro-bk350.jpg

http://www.rchub.com/gfx/media/SA02-pro-pp350.jpg

[oldginger]

We would appreciate it if you could just email us with your vote by saying silver, black or purple in the subject field.

**Vote Here (vote@tsais.com)

[old phart]

oldginger: I do not own a Savage. But I can say with authority that if that pipe were only made available for the Savage, I would buy a Savage just to be able to run that exhaust.

I think it is about time a scale looking exhaust was produced and this example is simply stunning!

Now, being that it probably can be mounted on other vehicles, I see a model of a 427 Cobra or a 427 Sting Ray with those exhaust systems being contemplated.

I like all the colors, actually. But for my future 427 cobra the gray anodize would be the ticket. The polished silver and the polished purple anodize would be great and has unlimited show truck appeal.

Addressing the tire oiling issue, I agree that yes it is eventually going to get everywhere anyway. It's a good reason to do a thorough cleaning and inspection so I don't care enough about the oiling issue to prevent me from buying the pipe. Leave the exit parallel with the ground.

Finally, here are some thoughts I have about the potential of this pipe, regarding the 'stinger' portion: possibly the stinger, or glasspack sidepipe if you will, could be made also; independent of the main tuned pipe as an "accessory". That way it could be added to an existing vehicle for the custom applications. Such as vertical mounting for a 'big rig' truck look. Or as rear mounted 'turn downs' for muscle cars. I can think of more too. ;)

I hope the system will be produced.

Tom

[tbill]

well????

any progress? any driveability issues crop up?

looks sweet, but how well would it gell with other bodies [i.e. the elco body that has side pipes molded in the body].

just curious, does look like an interesting product.

[oldginger]

I am afraid that you will have to sacrifice the fake side pipe... ;)

[shoe]

looks sweet!!!! my opinion on the different colored pipes is that the silver would look good with the stock chassis and the purple pipe would look good with the purple aluminum chassis, etc.

[Pro3/nmt105]

I think the black one looks pretty sweet but I depends what body you run. Id make them available in black and silver. If you ask me the purple one looks horrendous.

[draggerman11]

Wow, that looks excellent! Great piece of work there!

[HZRDIS]

So who is the manufacture? When will it be available? Where can we purchase one?

[oldginger]

WHO?
This project was initiated by TSAIS, a R/C product R&D company located here in the US. These mufflers will be manufactured overseas and distributed worldwide by RCHub.com.

WHERE AND HOW MUCH?
You should be able to get one at your local hobby shop when it's available, and the retail price range is between $44.95 and $49.95.

WHEN?
We planned to receive our first shipment in June.

[oldginger]

http://www.rchub.com/gfx/media/SA02-rocket-silver400.jpg

[oldginger]

Do you think the above side pipe should be manufactured? :rolleyes:

[Interstate]

perhaps if you routed it the right way so the exhaust wouldn't exit so close to the body and chassis. Making a "universal" second pipe would be really cool, so you wouldn't just have to have a savage or savage pipe. Is there any performance cuts here? like too much backpressure created by the extended pipe?

[InspGadgt]

Gotta say that first one looks cool...definately needs the turn at the end to point the exhaust more away from the rear tire though.

On another note...I've always hoped someone would make a side pipe with a rear exit for other cars so that we could use flexible tubing like an exhaust deflector to have the exhaust exit the rear of the car and still maintain the benifits of a tuned pipe. I for one am tired of the oil muck on the sid of my car or on the rear tire when the exhust deflector gets torn off in racing.

[Dust]

A lot will want to kick the crap out of me for stating this. This pipe is the best looking racing pipe that I have seen. It is awsome that it is out for the Savage.

I however drive a T-Maxx 2.5. I have no more money to buy a Savage to put that pipe on. I don't buy fancy parts that weight your truck down, or buy the most expensive part out there just to say"Yeh I have that." This is a great pipe and I just hope it comes out for the T-Maxx. Yeah the T-Maxx has a lot of aftermarket hop-ups that don't do sqwat for your truck. I bet the Savage will too some day. Its a new truck so give it time.

But please, whoever makes this pipe, also make avalable for
the T-Maxx 2.5

Hey If any T-Maxxers are reading this, try the Full Force spider chassis for racing. It is super tough, and comes will allen/ Hex Screws. It is a great investment. Full Force sells is for $85, but that is too much. I purchaced one at www.Thercproshop.com for $65. It is very strong and super light. 5 oz lighter.

[oldginger]

As we said before, there will be a T-Maxx version , so just sit back and be patient (if you can) :D

[Dust]

Oops, My bad.

I was too excited about the pipe when writing my post sorry.

:D :
confused:

[fastharry]

how do you allow for all the different width bodies on the market?..................

[StevePond]

I would imagine you could just swing the whole pipe outward and make a longer pipe mount to secure the front of the pipe if you have a body that is wider.

[fastharry]

that might work,except the manifold stays in one place,and your changing the angle of the pipe..which means it won't run straight down the side of the body,right?..

[fastharry]

Steve..no coverage of the Shizuoka show this year?........

[oldginger]

We thought about the body width issue too and we think it wouldn't hurt the look too much if you jsut trim the body a little bit to "show off" what you have.

http://www.rchub.com/gfx/media/cutwiderbody.jpg

[old phart]

I can see myself buying 2 of these. Hacking off the tuned pipe portion and then running flex pipe from the header to each of the "mufflers" on the outside of the body. Would make for a very realistic scale look on certain sports and muscle cars.

That is unless they go ahead and make the "muffler" portion available seperately as an accessory. (hint-hint) ;)

[Dust]

Is It possible to put in an order right now. I really need a tuned pipe for my T-Maxx 2.5. The other one just is not doing it.

[wanabedriver]

aw dammit! you guys took my idea! :D:D:D but i think it looks very good (much better than what i would have done). i dont really like the purple or the straight back idea... purple to me dosent look that real (other ppl like it though), and that straight back one looks weird on a truck (kinda like a jet). do you guys notice any decress in performance when you run these mufflers? how about if you get rid of the tunned pipe inside and just run the external one (that might screw up the whole tunned pipe idea)?
my two cents

[Monster Sport]

I like em! I would like the black one shipped to my home please!:D

It looks killer! Put my name on the list for when they are available.

As of right now I have a homemade deflector pointing the exhaust away from the truck. With the origanal exhaust shooting straight down it covers the rear wheel assembly within the first few minutes of driving. So I'm ready for about anything to replace the oem pipe.

A dual set-up would be great. Say the second pipe(straight pipe) would be cool if it could be ran to the rear. Then maybe a 2nd muffler tip could be placed on the other side of the truck to give it a true straight out the back dual setup.

I like the dual sound but do not want to sacrifice the performance of my vehicle. So who ever could make a dual exhaust kit that would help or be even with a tuned pipe would be the MAN!:D

[-=ADA$=-]

i just thought about twin engine truck with that pipe, it would be just too cool!! can you imagine?? now make a conversion, that wil makeit possible for savage, and sell with second engine and two pipes, it would be soooo great!! though probably very very very expensive!!

[CRSMP5]

i want one of each pipes.. just to compair.. i think the fact that you are buiding a tuned pipe into the stinger, will make it a non issue or performance loss, and the straight pipe will add looks to somethign a side pipe will not... i also think th ething will sound really good if not quieter than most tuned pipes due to the long pipe and extra built in tuned pipe..

oil.. HA, only if i had to worry about oil on my truck, vs all the dirt, mud that it gets exposed to...

as for color.. polished or black or even the dark grey, trying to come up with a paint scheme for purpal and other colors is difficult, and it want it to look at home on any body i paint... and i assume you ask this due to mfg costs that would be incorperated with makign a large selection of colors

Looks sweet..

[Dust]

Can you post pics of the T-Maxx Pipe

[EnterTheMatrix]

We will post the pictures of the T-Maxx pipe as soon as we receive them.

Mike
RCHub.com

[Dust]

Are they in production?

Is it possible to say when they are going to be able to be ordered?

[EnterTheMatrix]

The Savage 21 pipe will be available for the US market between 06/20 and 06/30. The T-Maxx 2.5 pipe will be available early July.

RCHub.com Team

[EnterTheMatrix]

What are some of the color schemes that you, the T-Maxx and Savage 21 owners, are using for your monster trucks? A matching color pipe would look great on a monster truck...


RCHub.com Team

[CRSMP5]

on mine.. i got bunches of colors.. chrome, black, or maybe a smoke grey, will work im ny schems though..
http://members.aol.com/crsmp5/rc/f-150/f5.jpg
http://members.aol.com/crsvwdesigns/rc/ftr/ft3.jpg
http://members.aol.com/crsvwdesigns/rc/jetta4/j4.jpg
http://members.aol.com/toungbath/rc/bodies/rsio2.jpg

there are my 4 latest bods i did..

[KawadaKid]

Is that a Bug on that Bug?:p

[CRSMP5]

yep......

[XXXER]

I work at a hobby shop where we sell the living daylights out of Monster Trucks. All I can say is "If you build it, and it shines, they will buy". For an aftermarket SAVAGE pipe, we have turned to THS Racing for their polished aluminum pipe. Great performance, and sound, but at 90 bucks retail, we sure sell a lot for being an overpriced pipe.

The first pipe pictured is definitely the best looking so far, and in a hard anodized natural finished, or polished look, they would sell best. Black does not flaunt it enough, Blue and Purple have been done, and not too many people are fond of the purple look.

And for you crybabies: This is a Monster Truck, oil should be the LEAST of your messy problems :p

[EnterTheMatrix]

As of the moment I am typing, the custom side pipes for Savage 21 will be in natural polished and titanium.

XXXER,

Thanks for your input, would you mind e-mailing me (sales@rchub.com) and tell me what hobby shop you work at?


RCHub.com Team

[oldginger]

http://www.rchub.com/gfx/media/ADmuffler500.jpg
TS10SA-S Custom Side Pipe for HPI Savage 21-Polished
TS10SA-T Custom Side Pipe for HPI Savage 21-Titanium Look
MSRP: $54.95 <Product Availability: Late June, 2003>

[CRSMP5]

where to buy TS10SA-S Custom Side Pipe for HPI Savage 21-Polished???

[oldginger]

All custom side pipes are not available yet, if you wish to be notified when they become available and where you can buy them, please click HERE (cs@rchub.com?Subject=e-mail me when you start taking pre-orders)

[neongtr]

it looks cool, how about making the small pipe upward and coming out from the body... it will be super cool.

[CRSMP5]

i sent a email... is it possible to buy direct? i want to be one of the first to try it....

[oldginger]

Yes, you may buy direct at RCHub.com.

[MrCrash]

Do you's plan on making one for a 1/8 buggy?I would buy that ASAP if you made one.Maybe you could even make a one-piece pipe for us,too;)

[CRSMP5]

thats a good question.. i think if the fitting was included in the package and you had to "drill it" like a cvec, it would be perfect for stuff like that...

i had thought that already.. but planned to use a set screw to plug off the old fitting hole an dmove it so i can use on savage and buggy..

[MrCrash]

Hey CRSMP5,can I assume by your name that you too have an MP-5?

[CRSMP5]

yep...BUT not a rc mp-5.. more of one that makes lots of noise..

[MrCrash]

Mine makes a lot of noise,too:p

[oldginger]

The production Savage 21 Custom Side Pipe photos will be available here in the next few days, so stay tuned.

[CRSMP5]

im still waiting on preorder email confirm..

[oldginger]

http://www.rchub.com/gfx/media/TS10SA-Sid01500.jpg
More photos coming tonight. :cool:

Item No. TS10SA-S
Description: Custom Side Pipe for Savage 21-polished

[oldginger]

http://www.rchub.com/gfx/media/TS10SA-Sid02500.jpg

[MrCrash]

MMmmmmmm,polished

[CRSMP5]

i like it.. too bad the fitting is made onto it.. :rolleyes: i think it would be the baddest pipe on a buggy if the fitting can be fitted to the other side of the pipe also.. ahh welll.. ill make it fit.. when can i preorder mine??

[crank throw wei]

Oldginger:I'm guessing you guys will be spending some ad money in RCCA for letting you run an ad on this BB.;) :p

[old phart]

Looks great! :)

[oldginger]

This is how it looks from a different angle.

http://www.rchub.com/gfx/media/TS10SA-Sid04500.jpg

[CRSMP5]

i feel like im being teased..

[old phart]

OK, we've seen enough pictures! Now let's hear it! How about a video with sound? :D

[oldginger]

old phart,

You asked for it, you got it. :cool: When we recorded the video clip, we installed the pipe (upside down) onto a 1/8 off-road buggy, fired up the engine, let it sit on a work stand and then started video taping. We also tuned the engine a little bit rich on the high end, so you will see some smoke coming out from the exhaust. Please visit http://www.rchub.com and click the link that says "THE CUSTOM SIDE PIPE VIDEO" below the side pipe picture. It is a .zip file, so download the file onto your hard drive and then open it.

Thank you very much for "pushing" us forward, everybody including us needs a kick on the butt sometimes. ;)

By the way, those who want to get one from the first batch of the production from rchub.com directly, please visit the website for details sometime next week.

Thanks again for your patience.

[CRSMP5]

goody.. now i see it will work on a buggy.. do u plan to make the straight back pipe also or just the 1 design. cause i think design 2 would be better lookign on a buggy..

[old phart]

Cool! Just watched the video! Sounded killer! Love the smoke shooting out sideways too. :cool:

[oldginger]

The engine in the video clip was an old .21 TT pull-start engine, so I believe it will sound even MEANER when you put it onto your Savage 21. ;)

[CRSMP5]

im not a happy camper.. i called the number either it rings and rings.. or i get some goofy please enter pin number.. WHATS that?? i have not gotten a email from them for a pre order yet or anything.. so how do i preorder one? what is the pin number?

[oldginger]

CRSMP5,

We have been taking pre-orders from hobby shops and individuals all day today. Did you dial the toll-free number during our business hours? Our phone system did not ask for any PIN's, you need to either punch 1+# to place an order or 0+# for CS. We apologize for any inconvenience may have caused... Please try again tomorrow between 9 and 5 CST, we are more than happy to assist you with your order.

RCHub Team

[CRSMP5]

i got thru.. need to mail a check monday am.. could not make it to postoffice today as im still at work, thanks for the extra care i received on my order.. aka check an dth epipe being sent to th elocal ups hub for my pick up due to ups liking ot leve my packages on others door steps.. thanks.. cannot wait till i get to hold it in my hands now..

[RacerRob]

Man I would buy a Savage just to run that pipe! That is the best looking pipe I have ever seen. Great job.

[EnterTheMatrix]

RCHub.com is taking pre-orders now and will start shipping on or about 07/15.

[CRSMP5]

my check cleared today... :D i hope that means it close to shipping..

[CRSMP5]

Just wondering if there was a update to shipping status.. have not gotten anything on it...

[atm92484_3]

Originally posted by XXXER
I work at a hobby shop where we sell the living daylights out of Monster Trucks.....

That seems to be where most of RC is going now. At the LHS I work at, the store sells probably 10-20 monster trucks (I guess I should say Savages and T-Maxxes) for every 1 touring car. For the $55 that those pipes cost, I think RC Hub might have trouble keeping them in stock, especially with the Savage SS coming and everyone doing their Christmas buys.

Great looking product guys. Its about time that someone makes a scale looking pipe that is more than just looks.

[InspGadgt]

Speaking of the Savage SS...wonder how this pipe will work with the .25 or if it will need a chamber redesign...

Also...still think it would be cool to have a dummy pipe for the other side...even if it's molded out of plastic and chrome plated to match the other side.

[CRSMP5]

mine will be tested on a
8 port,
8 port race
picco 26
21bb
os 21 rg
and a force 25

[ProjectTwin]

I was just shown this thread...my only concern would be if the pipe takes a side impact, what kind of damage would be done to the "stinger"?

Every pipe I've ran (for the most part) has ended up dinged, some of them end up with the stingers pushed in on the pipe body.

With a pipe as pretty as that one (It does look damn good) I'd hate to get whacked in the side and damage it...

[EnterTheMatrix]

It might be a good idea to get 2 of them, one for bashing and one for display. :p

FYI: RCHub.com expects to receive some pipes sometime next week.

[oldginger]

The polished Savage custom side pipe is finally in stock and it looks great! The pipe comes with a coupler, two zip ties, a piece of wire and a post to hold the pipe, set screws and allan wrenches.

We also learned that the factory has a problem anodizing the custom side pipe, so there won't be any anodized side pipes avaialble until they figure out how to do it right. (I like the polished one better personally)

http://www.rchub.com/comm/pipeinthebox.jpg

http://www.rchub.com/comm/parts.jpg

[CRSMP5]

so does that mean our preorders go out tomarrow??

[EnterTheMatrix]

Actually, your pipe went out yesterday (7/28). We hope you like it.

[CRSMP5]

:D

[CRSMP5]

I just got a phone call from UPS... wow... now im like so excited cannot wait to pick it up...

[CRSMP5]

OOOOOOO my god.. it is unreal.. quiet is a understatement.. ill post link to vids tonight compairing sound between 8 port and picco 26 vs a duratraxx pipe ive been using.. those with a picco want this pipe.. makes it MUCH more quiet.. not as quiet as say a 8 port.. but enough to not disturb the neighbors..

performance so far.. great top end, no notice to loss in bottom end..

[NMT_RACER_BOY]

cool!

[CRSMP5]

Vid of sound (http://members.aol.com/ytownfreeman/rc/tsais/vid_of_sound.wmv)

ok here is the run down.. its a 5mb movie, like 5 min long, 5 different settings...

i would listen to it with your eyes closed.. but here is the run down of what each is..

8 port stock savage pipe
8 port DuraTrax #DTXC9735
8 port tsais
picco 26 DuraTrax #DTXC9735
picco 26 tsais

thanks guys.. thanks for the pipe, the great customer service and a job well done...

[CRSMP5]

if i could go edit posts... ahh well.. here some pics..

http://members.aol.com/ytownfreeman/rc/tsais/1.jpg
http://members.aol.com/ytownfreeman/rc/tsais/2.jpg
http://members.aol.com/ytownfreeman/rc/tsais/3.jpg
http://members.aol.com/ytownfreeman/rc/tsais/4.jpg
http://members.aol.com/ytownfreeman/rc/tsais/6.jpg
if your worried about it getting hit at the track, turn it 90 degrees..

[oldginger]

Great Job!

[CRSMP5]

thanks.. ive had like 15 people dying to hear my feelings on it on savage-central since i told them i had preordered it, so i had to spend the time the day it arrived so i could pass info onto them.. pluse i had to try it.. just matter of setting up vid camera while i played.. my LHS is also supposed to call and order some, and im sure the track i run at will be calling after they see mine sat... so my pics and vids were made for those who cannot see it in person yet to satisfy them..

now after all the bugs get worked out on anodizing and all.. i still want one of these..
http://www.rchub.com/gfx/media/SA02-rocket-silver400.jpg
but made up to fit a 1/8 buggy... i like the power the tsais has.. and think that one would suit a buggy more.. else you could always sell me the demo one in the pic :D

[old phart]

I really like the sound of it on your Savage with both engines. To my hearing, on my computer, it sounds like the octave range is raised, making it a more pleasant tone. I did not perceive it being quiet so much as a tonal change. But definitely more pleasant and I can see how it would be less offensive to unappreciative neighbors.

[crank throw wei]

Oldginger: How does one go about getting a product advertised on a site which encourages us to report advertising?

[sickdrummer]

i want to know if there would be one to fit the .15 maxx or aftermarket repalcement like a OS CVRX for the tmaxx cause this looks totally cool and i would really like one for my Maxx so if you make one please let us know
thanks

[CRSMP5]

they are working on a maxx version also..

[rcfreak2003]

Really stupid question. I was wondering if you could put that on a Ofna Ultra LX Pro. Think it would be really kool if there was on that could go on buggys.

Freak

[CRSMP5]

i have not yet done the body cut it requires, but the only negative aspect is the pressure fitting will be on the bottom of the pipe and its possible to fill it up with oil.. besides that yea its a perfict fit.. and im still very very impressed with the power the pipe seems to make..

[rcfreak2003]

Is there anyway that you could fill the hole and drill a new one on the top for the fitting?


Freak

[CRSMP5]

yea you could plug the nipple and drill and use a different fitting...

[rcfreak2003]

Think the company will make them for buggys?



Freak

[CRSMP5]

:) something i kinda requested a few pages back... all that had to be doe in reality was fitting supplied and you drill your own hole like a cvec pipe to fit any 21 up size engine.. i would use a rubber cap, drill a hole tap it, use a normal thread fitting so you can insert a set screw if you put it on anything else... what ill probally do for the one i buy for my buggy..

[rcfreak2003]

Here's a idea. What if they had a hole both on the top and the bottom and they supply a screw to plug the hole not in use and a fitting. That would be great.




Freak

[CRSMP5]

like my duratraxx pipe.. BUT ahhh well they have a boss welded into the pipe... and a fitting screwed into it.. so i guess u can remove the fitting put set screw in... and make your own hole.. :)

[Esteban]

jus my 2 cent an a stupid Q
1st i think that pipe is jus badass
now 4 tha stupid Q: can we get 1 4 touring cars r can we put that on a touring car if we wanted

[CRSMP5]

the tmaxx one will be for a small block.. so yes it should fit a touring car also.. :D

[CRSMP5]

Just wanted to say thanks again... ;)

[oldginger]

You're so very welcome. ;)

[CRSMP5]

I know someone with the new era duel engine set up.. i need to talk him into these pipes now... i want to be like the others and see a set on a savage blowing smoke from both sides.. :D

[CRSMP5]

just wondering how progress of the tmaxx pipe is.. im thinking of buying a HPI r40 on road car and it would be a sweet addition to that...

[oldginger]

The progress of the T-Maxx pipe is slow, very slow. I have to say that it is totally NOT ACCEPTABLE by us as a buyer. Maybe in the future, we will have to setup our own factory. Sorry about the delay and thank you guys for your patience.

[CRSMP5]

well i did it.. i found a used one for nothing for my buggy... now due to the design of the pressure fitting, it would not lay right on my buggy, the fitting hit my rock gaurd and made it sit very awkward, well i decided i wanted to keep the ability of pressure fitting on that side so here is what i did..

http://members.aol.com/crsmp5/rc/tsais/1.jpg
http://members.aol.com/crsmp5/rc/tsais/2.jpg
http://members.aol.com/crsmp5/rc/tsais/3.jpg
http://members.aol.com/crsmp5/rc/tsais/4.jpg

i moved the fitting to the top of the pipe by drilling and tapping a new hole in it, then the welded boss i cut right under the old hole with my dremal and cut off wheel, then sanded it down to size with a drumb sander. i then drilled and tapped it for a set screw, some loctite and walla.. fits the buggy with less than 30 min of work, i can remove the said set screw and put the fitting back in that side to use on a savage or anything else the pipe exits the other side of the truck.. but since this is my 2nd one.. when i can afford the new era twin engine stuff.. will be premade to fit it!! and the fitting is moved so i do not have to worry about oil plugging the pressure line... i know a few of the people posted here wanted to see one fit a buggy, and thought it would look nice on one, well there ya go..

[CRSMP5]

now that i got the buggy back together.. here is a pic of it.. tomarrow ill go take a daylight pic outside..

http://members.aol.com/crsmp5/rc/tsais/5.jpg

[MORTER MAN]

could I get a link to were I can order it? And will itwork on the new s 25? [I just rodered one] PLEASE I WANT ONE!!!!!!!

[StevePond]

Yes, it works on the .25 as well. You can order it at www.rchub.com

[MORTER MAN]

WOW Mr pond replyed to one of my posts! I feel so lucky
No really I do!:eek:

[CRSMP5]

he is one of the biggest talkers on this thread... i love my tsais pipe(s) and plan to own a s-25 myself.. it screams on my picco.. so a s-25 should not be a issue.. right now i have a rb ws7II that i plan to run it on in my savage as soon as i get the crank modded for pull start.. :D

[MORTER MAN]

I JUST ORDERED MINE I CANT WAIT!

[wgbackyardbashr]

Id say that this is a great product. Its definately the hottest exaust ive seen. But I think they should definately start including at least a dummy pipe for the other side. Or maybe figure out a way to put on a real exaust on the other side or would dual exausts hinder performance???.

[RCRACER2471]

What does this pipe offer performance wise. Does it give better top end speed or acceleration or is it more for custom looks than anything else???

[CRSMP5]

what ive found is a slight loss on bottom but alot of gain on top.. on the other savage forum i did the review for i am reading alot of the same replies as for gains.. its like they state they just got a new pipe and tell about it not relizing my review even exists which is great.. :D cause it is like stating their feelings with out reading mine..

[RCRACER2471]

So your saying with this pipe it will make the Savage go faster than it is stock?

[CRSMP5]

im sure it depends alot on the engine also.. but on my 8 port and picco26 it improved top end.. my RB WS7II crank is out in the mail getting a pull start conversion.. i plan to test all my pipes on it and compair how it works on it also.. BUT from all ive seen.. and reading others opinions of it.. there seems to be a census that it helps on the high side..

on a side note... the guy with the newera twin engine savage with piccos in it just ordered 2 pipes for it.. so soon we will be able to see a pipe on both sides of a savage blowing smoke.. :D

[CRSMP5]

I heard on a different forum that you are making a pipe to sit on the other side of the truck for use in twin engine set up.. just wondering if it as true or not..

[RCRACER2471]

about you talking about New Era?

[KzooSteve]

There's no question the pipe looks great. Different colors, better yet. The second thing I thought of after looking at it for a minute is the oil spraying on the tire. I own a Savage25 and as it is, oil sprays all over the side, a little on the brake disk, and the right rear suspension gets nailed. Pushing the oil blast out on to the tire and away from everything else? I guess if you run it in the dirt, it probably wont make a difference as far as traction goes. To tell you the truth I thought about connecting a piece of clear hose to the end of the pipe and running it back to the end of the truck just to keep the oil from getting all over everything. I think I like your idea better.

[oldginger]

The first 300 "Left-Exhaust" version of the side pipe will be available in UK sometime this month, so hopefully we will have some available here in the US in early December, 2003.

[Ninja Viper]

Sweet oldginger, because I see one these on my Associted Monster GT soon! Keep us up to date.

[bob the carrot]

i like it in the purple

[CRSMP5]

i was just looking at the webpages.. wow.. the badboy pipe looks like it will be killer... cannot wait to see a pic of it.. :D

[cbr74]

http://www.happytimehobby.com/whatsnew/1130.html

lower right

[CRSMP5]

no im referring to this one.. i have 2 of the stock tsais pipes like you pointed too..

http://www.tsais.com/products/exhaust/TS12BADBOY200bk.jpg

the other designs are on the pages prior to this page on the thread.. but above is the look of the badboy.. which looks to be a megaphone type of tip to it.. aka make it loud.. :D

[racinlosi]

Do you have any pics of the Bad Boy now? Pic that show it in a full color on a real Savage? I realy like those and would realy like to get a Savage now after seeing one of those!:D Great product!:D

[Ausar]

When it comes out, I'm getting one. That thing is beautiful! I seriously doubt that it would result in any noticeable power loss.

Wow, it's beautiful!:D

[evaderstman]

that pipe rocks it is amsome and looks powerful

[oldginger]

According to TSAIS, they are finalizing the finishing of the new side pipes, so hopefully we will have the BadBoy and Rocket side pipes in sometime in January 2004. By the way, left-exhaust side pipes of all 3 models will be available too.

[CRSMP5]

http://members.aol.com/sxuldveight/rc/beer2/2.jpg
http://members.aol.com/sxuldveight/rc/beer2/3.jpg

i got my badboy pipes last week.. but could not show it off till i had that body painted up.. sounds very very nice and looks very mean.. :D

thanks again..