Traxxas Revo

[Tighty Whitey]

Do you have instant messaging?


not at work, at home I do.

[t9dragon]

I have Yahoo, what do you have?

[Tighty Whitey]

I have Yahoo, what do you have?


same, gdubb6942.

I will be on about 4:30 cst, thanks for any help that you can give

[TRXrevoRacerOS18]

i have a working optidrive if you need one, i also have a micro servo and reciever if that stuff needs to be replaced.

[t9dragon]

same, gdubb6942.

I will be on about 4:30 cst, thanks for any help that you can give

Mine is ninedragon992

[orange150]

what would yall choose for a different engine? O.S. .18 TM or TZ or a RB TM323.
no racing just regular ole back yard bashin
Thanks!

[Tim'sLosi]

Os Tm

[savagepicco26]

what would yall choose for a different engine? O.S. .18 TM or TZ or a RB TM323.
no racing just regular ole back yard bashin
Thanks!
.18 TM. the TZ can be finicky. the 323's power is wasted a lot on spinning tires since the truck is so light. i've driven all 3 motors and will be getting a .18 TM when my stock 2.5R dies.

[orange150]

cool. the ez start will fit on it right? it looks like it on the site but i just wanna double check

[mscjakes]

Yea the Ez-Start will fit right on the TM

[TRXrevoRacerOS18]

the tm is a direct drop in for the revo and tmaxx

[peded]

I have a question about the Revo Pivot Balls. Do they need to be lubed?

[savagepicco26]

I have a question about the Revo Pivot Balls. Do they need to be lubed?
no they don't

[Tim'sLosi]

However, as long as they are not the hard-anodized versions, they can be polished with a metal polish such as Mother's or Blue Magic. I chuck them lightly into my Dremel and spin them in a cloth with the polish, then remove the same way. Do the same for hinge pins, rocker posts, etc for an ultra smooth suspension.

[peded]

Uh, So just polish would do those suspension parts good? I was thinking of dipping those Pivot balls, hinge pins, rocker post and etc into some machine oil to make then smooth turning and suspension. Would that be suggested from you guys?

[Tim'sLosi]

NO! That would draw grit and wear parts out. Just polish the parts and make sure they move freely. If there is binding you can open hinge pin holes with a drill bit that is the same size as the hole. You want to remove any excess flashing that may cause binding. I also wax the parts on my Mts that might get wet.

[chrisoneal]

hey guys i just picked up my revo and i love it. I opened the box and found that i have all these other parts should i put the other springs and the i think there called rockers on if im going to race it.

[2fast2slow]

hey, do you think the revo can handle 3.6 hp

[RevoMaster]

hey, do you think the revo can handle 3.6 hp

The Revo may be able to handle it, but the real question is can the driver handle it?

[RevoMaster]

hey guys i just picked up my revo and i love it. I opened the box and found that i have all these other parts should i put the other springs and the i think there called rockers on if im going to race it.

No, those are the long travel rockers and they are usually not very good for racing unless you have one messed up track. I suggest that you run the truck just as it is until you get a feel for it on your track. It's pretty darn good right out of the box. Once you know how the revo works you might want to try Slaydens racing set up here (http://www.traxxas.com/products/nitro/revo/resources/Revo_Setup_basic_racing.pdf) .

[TXTRCR]

found my come and go overheating problem. the rubber coupler that connects the exhaust manifold to the exhaust pipe has a small hole in it where the large bell on the manifold slides into it. they forgot to clean up the flashing(excess materal) after they molded the part or how ever they make it. its razor sharp on the bell and it cut right through the rubber coupler from vibration. i noticed a coating of oil on the left side of the truck on the cantilever and rear suspension arm. i took the boot off and held it up to the sun and you can see clear as day right through it. the stuff its made from seem kind of soft do they sell an aftermarket boot thats a little tougher than the stock part. im gonna get the dremel after that manifold before i put the new boot on there. is 265 too hot for one of these motors.

[RevoMaster]

265 is just about right for that motor. I would just buy a new coupling from traxxas that is made for the revo and smooth off the manifold as you suggested. The couplings do wear out so you might want to pick up a spare. You could get a different coupling and make it work but they will wear out just as fast and won't fit as well.

[kojak61]

I have one of those Ofna 12v chrome top starter boxes, used for 1/8th scale buggys. Will that work for a revo? The only box I have seen designed for a revo is 150 bucks. That is a crazy amount of money for a starter box. My other option I was looking at was the jumpstart. I am currently building one for racing and bashing. Thinking of getting a 2.5r or os .18tm.

[TXTRCR]

if im not mistaken the ofna box has a T cut in the top so that the motor can be mounted in several positions, so it is very possible that the box could be modified to make it start a revo. may be as simple as turning the motor sideways or switching the battery wires to make the motor spin the opposite direction you need to spin the engine over to see which way the motor in the box needs to turn to start it. the fly wheel on the revo is pretty far up into the chassis and the engine is at a angle so it maybe tough to get the starter wheel up to the flywheel.

[kojak61]

if im not mistaken the ofna box has a T cut in the top so that the motor can be mounted in several positions, so it is very possible that the box could be modified to make it start a revo. may be as simple as turning the motor sideways or switching the battery wires to make the motor spin the opposite direction you need to spin the engine over to see which way the motor in the box needs to turn to start it. the fly wheel on the revo is pretty far up into the chassis and the engine is at a angle so it maybe tough to get the starter wheel up to the flywheel.
Traxxas makes a big flywheel for bump starting. I was thinking of selling it, but maybe I willl keep it.

[BullyDawg]

Do I keep the tuning the way it comes out of the box and the break it in and then tune it, or do i tune it while I break it in...Help

[t9dragon]

I ran the settings the way they were set at the factory until I finished the break-in.

[BullyDawg]

Ok thanks!

[savagepicco26]

I have one of those Ofna 12v chrome top starter boxes, used for 1/8th scale buggys. Will that work for a revo? The only box I have seen designed for a revo is 150 bucks. That is a crazy amount of money for a starter box. My other option I was looking at was the jumpstart. I am currently building one for racing and bashing. Thinking of getting a 2.5r or os .18tm.
check ebay for an AE 10th scale box like this: http://www.rc10.com/enlarge/1750.htm then get the adapter kit from Native Racing for $35: http://mivasecure.abac.com/remotecontrolhobby/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Store_Code=RCH&Product_Code=STRT-RV-KIT&Category_Code=STRT that's what i did. i got a box with batts for $25 off ebay and $35 for the kit. $60 for a bulletproof revo starter box with batts ain't too bad! :D

[kojak61]

What is a good screw kit for the revo? Anyone used Hexcrews before? http://www.hexcrews.com/

[Tim'sLosi]

What is a good screw kit for the revo? Anyone used Hexcrews before? http://www.hexcrews.com/
That would be my informed recommendation.

[chrisoneal]

can u guys tell me what factory settings are for the 2.5 is for the hsn and the lsn..

[Tim'sLosi]

lsn flush with the end of the slide, hsn 4 turns out.

[chrisoneal]

ok thanks. Well next ? i want a little bit stiffer shocks should i put in thicker oil or stiffer springs.. And if so what.. Im going to race so not that much stiffer off road.

[chrisoneal]

what can i remove to get rid of some of the weight. I would like to keep the ez start till i get some cash for something else..

[kojak61]

what can i remove to get rid of some of the weight. I would like to keep the ez start till i get some cash for something else..

Check out Steve Slayden's setup on Traxxas.com
Anyone know of a tool I can get to remove the pivot ball caps, the plastic tool is striping out. I can't remove the old ones.

[KHaus41369]

Well I've been sitting here reading almost all of the threads and aint got a answer for my question so here goes what i would like to know is i have a Sirio 18, Sirio 23, and a RB 23 < roto start backplates > i can use in my Revo plus the Trinity pipe or cvec pipe. I have stock rims and tires plus 23mm wabash n big joes i can use < can pull all this from my tmaxx collection> the Revo is upgraded with p2 rockers and red pushrods 50wt shock oil orange on front gold on back for springs jrz590m for throttle jr650m for steering plus i have the close standard n wide ratios for the tranny plus 14 15 16 tooth pinions and 36 38 n 40 spurs my question is what combination of motor, tire, Diff wt oil, and gearing would be the most fun in speed n light bashing. if any of ya can give me some thoughts id appreciate it

[kojak61]

Anyone used these before? http://www.acncm.com/detail.aspx?ID=57

[Tim'sLosi]

I saw them but I don't like the o-ring retainer design...it may work just fine but I'd rather have something soild on mine.

http://traxxas.com/products/news/051101-Resonator.htm

Has anyone ran one of these yet? I wonder if they would be good with an 18TM.

[kojak61]

I saw them but I don't like the o-ring retainer design...it may work just fine but I'd rather have something soild on mine.

http://traxxas.com/products/news/051101-Resonator.htm

Has anyone ran one of these yet? I wonder if they would be good with an 18TM.



Are the 23mm hubs with 22mm nuts on ebay any good?

[savagepicco26]

Are the 23mm hubs with 22mm nuts on ebay any good?
which ones? link?

[savagepicco26]

I saw them but I don't like the o-ring retainer design...it may work just fine but I'd rather have something soild on mine.
so that o-ring is the only thing holding the pin in? NO THANK YOU!!!!! i like proline's design like 8th scales where a nut/set screw holds the hub on.

[kojak61]

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=6026287706&rd=1&sspagename=STRK%3AMEBI%3AIT&rd=1

[savagepicco26]

i don't know why everyone makes such a stink about the 23mm size. you can buy a 23mm socket from Sears for $5.49

[chrisoneal]

Hey Guys it was like Christmas all over today I was able to get my M8 yesterday and today I got my Spektrum, Xtreme Carbon fiber kit and my Nitro Spyder tank. So I was busy mounting it all up and this is a look of the Finished Race Ready Revo, break in of the TZ will be tomorrow if its not raining.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v280/toughtrax/DSCF0430.jpg


http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v280/toughtrax/DSCF0427.jpg


http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v280/toughtrax/DSCF0425.jpg

did u mount that wing were the screw for the ez start plug goes.

[savagepicco26]

did u mount that wing were the screw for the ez start plug goes.
wings mount to the back of the shock towers.

[chrisoneal]

but is it the two screw holes that the ez start plug is on

[Tim'sLosi]

Did you use the Tekno mounts? Or 1/8 buggy custom wing mounts? Can we see under the hood?

[chrisoneal]

can u guys what is factory setting for the lsn.. i know its flush but do u know how many turns it is.. an im having a problem were after the engine heats up it was to cut out but its lean.I have to blimp the throtle to keep it going the it seems to want to run back to power then does it again.. do u guys know what is going on.. and its overheating at factory settings.. Im using 30% and a mc-9 glow plug

[savagepicco26]

can u guys what is factory setting for the lsn.. i know its flush but do u know how many turns it is.. an im having a problem were after the engine heats up it was to cut out but its lean.I have to blimp the throtle to keep it going the it seems to want to run back to power then does it again.. do u guys know what is going on.. and its overheating at factory settings.. Im using 30% and a mc-9 glow plug
unless you're running a big block, i'd switch back to 20% for a small block.

[chrisoneal]

well i dont have any 20% but could i do anything else right now.

[kojak61]

Add one or two shims under the head. But I would use 20% instead,

[chrisoneal]

ok il give it a try im just wanting till i get a better engine. im running the 2.5 that was in my jato.. still have my revo engine..but i dont want to run it if i can sell it on ebay..what os.18 should i get for the revo.. i want the one that is the easiest to tune and that holds a tune good.. what nitro % and glow plug should i run in the os.18..thanks for the info if u can provide..

[t9dragon]

can u guys what is factory setting for the lsn.. i know its flush but do u know how many turns it is.. an im having a problem were after the engine heats up it was to cut out but its lean.I have to blimp the throtle to keep it going the it seems to want to run back to power then does it again.. do u guys know what is going on.. and its overheating at factory settings.. Im using 30% and a mc-9 glow plug

You could always richen' your settings. I would use the OS# 8 plug. I broke my Revo and Jato in using Traxxas 30% with no problems.

[savagepicco26]

ok il give it a try im just wanting till i get a better engine. im running the 2.5 that was in my jato.. still have my revo engine..but i dont want to run it if i can sell it on ebay..what os.18 should i get for the revo.. i want the one that is the easiest to tune and that holds a tune good.. what nitro % and glow plug should i run in the os.18..thanks for the info if u can provide..
.18 TM

[chrisoneal]

thanks savagepicco for the help

[savagepicco26]

thanks savagepicco for the help
oh, and most people i know run 20% and an OS 8 in the .18TM

[kojak61]

Has anyone used the 3 shoe clutch from team intergy? Are new shoes easy to find?
http://cgi.ebay.com/Team-Integy-Traxxas-Revo-3-Piece-BLUE-Aluminum-Clutch_W0QQitemZ6030206625QQcategoryZ44028QQssPage NameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

[savagepicco26]

Has anyone used the 3 shoe clutch from team intergy? Are new shoes easy to find?
http://cgi.ebay.com/Team-Integy-Traxxas-Revo-3-Piece-BLUE-Aluminum-Clutch_W0QQitemZ6030206625QQcategoryZ44028QQssPage NameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem
no, but that's a pretty cheap price. the mugen alluminum shoes i use on my savage are $15 just for the shoes. $12 for shoes and a flywheel is pretty good. although, most integy stuff isn't that great.

[ricardinho]

today i started breaking in my revo unfortunately i got threw 3 glow plugs and have nonoe left and im on the 4th tank..there is no shops open so i will have to wait till monday what shall i do in terms of my next session and have i messed up my engine stopping the breaking in process ahlf way?

[Tim'sLosi]

today i started breaking in my revo unfortunately i got threw 3 glow plugs and have nonoe left and im on the 4th tank..there is no shops open so i will have to wait till monday what shall i do in terms of my next session and have i messed up my engine stopping the breaking in process half way?

Why so many plugs? Are you certain they are bad?

No, you have not hurt anything. The engine should be cooled down between break-in runs anyway so it has no idea how long it has gone. I guess I wouldn't put the truck away for a month but otherwise...

Just keep going where you left off in the manual.

[ricardinho]

Why so many plugs? Are you certain they are bad?

No, you have not hurt anything. The engine should be cooled down between break-in runs anyway so it has no idea how long it has gone. I guess I wouldn't put the truck away for a month but otherwise...

Just keep going where you left off in the manual.


to be honest im not sure that all the plugs are bad and not sure how to tell apart from the light on the ez start gun thing..... the ez glow plug lights didn't glow so u when i couldn't get it started putting a new one in helped...and around the 4th tank i just couldn't get it started at all...

how do you tell if the plug is unuseable????

[kojak61]

Is the Revo wing for performance or looks?

[chrisoneal]

to be honest im not sure that all the plugs are bad and not sure how to tell apart from the light on the ez start gun thing..... the ez glow plug lights didn't glow so u when i couldn't get it started putting a new one in helped...and around the 4th tank i just couldn't get it started at all...

how do you tell if the plug is unuseable????

ur engine might be flooded do u know how to prime the engine by putting ur finger over the exhuast tip and turning the ez start on for about 5 seconds..then take ur finger off and give it a try.. give it a little gas once u get it turned over.

[ricardinho]

ur engine might be flooded do u know how to prime the engine by putting ur finger over the exhuast tip and turning the ez start on for about 5 seconds..then take ur finger off and give it a try.. give it a little gas once u get it turned over.


thanks mate went out the other night and a mate got me back on the road the engine was a little flooded and glow plugs fine but the blue wire was damaged and not firing up too well...used a glow stick and it was fine i have done 5 tanks and my lhs has offered to give me one free tune up so i think im gonna take them up on that..

[ricardinho]

has anyone done away with the rechargeable one the revo comes with and bought the standard battery block...im thinking about other options because im not getting good run times with mine. any ideas would help cheers

[chrisoneal]

yea that pack doesn;t last a whole day of bashing.. it only last about a hour or two of good run time till i can start to see a diffrence in the steering.

[Frshtrax]

What rx battery pack would you guys build up? Does it need to be high discharge or is it just capacity?

[kojak61]

I would go for capacity, bigger capacity=longer run time.

[Frshtrax]

I have run the truck through 9 tanks of fuel now (including 5 for break-in). I ran for about 45min to an hour on Saturday getting it tuned with just the HSN and new LC3 glow plug. (Not enough room to get into 2nd gear.)The truck ran great minus a stall here and there from tuning. It got dark so I called it for the night. I then switched out the rx pack with a new, freshly charged 1300 pack.

Today, I ran home for lunch and to run a tank through it and make sure all is well for practice tomorrow at my local track. The truck wouldn't start at all. Tried for 30 minutes to get it running and nothing. Reset the HSN to factory specs and changed out the plug with a new one. The LSN hasn't been
touched yet. It usually only takes 30 seconds to get it running once the fuel reaches the carb. Any thoughts besides traxxas or LHS?

I hope it's something minor so I can claim newbie stupidity.

Thanks,

[kojak61]

Is it firing at all? Make sure the ez start battery is fully charged. I would get a seperate glow ignitor try it. Sometimes the ez start does not have enough power to power the plug and the starter motor.

[ricardinho]

what bodyshells are you guys using i am thinking about getting the crowd pleaser by pro-line anyone know anything about this one...and is the stock body based on a real truck?

[t9dragon]

Venom Racing is releasing a body that might fit the Revo. I have one for my Savage and it also fits the T-Maxx trucks.

[savagepicco26]

Is the Revo wing for performance or looks?
both. on a fast track, it will help stabilize the truck on the front stretch and on fast, big-air jumps.

[crazy-rc]

i have one on mine i notice a Huge difrance

http://x11.putfile.com/12/36214243056-thumb.jpg (http://putfile.com/pic.php?pic=12/36214243056.jpg&s=x11)

[crazy-rc]

what bodyshells are you guys using i am thinking about getting the crowd pleaser by pro-line anyone know anything about this one...and is the stock body based on a real truck?

i use the crowd plzer

[Racing t]

i use the crowd plzer

Is a very good body because it is .60 lexan so its stronger than stock one.

[marctroy]

...and the ProLine Crowd Pleazer is the only aftermarket body that's made specifically for the Revo's unusual gas tank location and cap "opener".
If it's the first body you've done, you'll find it much easier because the cylinder head opening, the EZ-Start receiver plug location and gas tank openings are pre-molded.

Personally, I use a body scissor to pre-cut and then a Dremel with a fine sanding drum to finalize my openings. Just practice with it on some scrap Lexan and see which direction works best for you since it tends "run-away" in one direction or "dig-in" in the other if you have a heavy hand.

I think the body is a generic truck which leaves room for ProLine to make some aerodynamic improvements and saves them royalty payments as well.

[kojak61]

Anyone have a opinion on this?

http://cgi.ebay.com/NEW-RDLogics-Aluminum-Handle-Roll-Bar-4-Traxxas-Revo-T_W0QQitemZ6009212008QQcategoryZ44028QQssPageNameZ WD1VQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

[t9dragon]

They have good products.

[ricardinho]

Simple Green its mentioned allot by American drivers who use it to clean trucks im in the uk and no stores carry this product does anyone offer a uk alterntive i could try???

[Frshtrax]

Simple Green its mentioned allot by American drivers who use it to clean trucks im in the uk and no stores carry this product does anyone offer a uk alterntive i could try???


Castrol Superclean or Purple Power are alternatives. Not sure what type
of local autopart (autozone, parts america in the U.S.) stores you have, but that would a good place to start.
The are all automotive degreasers.

[marctroy]

Simple Green its mentioned allot by American drivers who use it to clean trucks im in the uk and no stores carry this product does anyone offer a uk alterntive i could try???

I've successfully been using Isopropyl Alcohol to clean my RC cars and trucks. It's readily available in Pharmacies, Houseware and Grocery stores and I use it in a spray bottle, with a brush or Q-Tips (cotton swabs) - it's inexpensive and dries without leaving a residue...

[savagepicco26]

i use WD-40 and an air compressor.

[Tim'sLosi]

Denatured Alcohol and a compressor

[elchoadeus]

Has anyone used a center diff inside their revo transmission???

[kojak61]

I don't know if that’s possible without heavy modification.

[savagepicco26]

Has anyone used a center diff inside their revo transmission???
not sure why you'd want to. the tranny does the job of a center diff.

[T-EVO RACER]

not sure why you'd want to. the tranny does the job of a center diff.
not really because a revo transmission has a posi-tranny, the front and rear wheels have the exact same amount of power, while a center diff works like a front or rear dif. one side of the car doesnt have the same amount of power.

[ricardinho]

im thinking about buying a TM 323 in a few hours what fuel do you all run through yours?

[T-EVO RACER]

i dont run a tm323, but i run odonell in all my nitro motors

[tagmann50]

Please Help Me!

I tried running my revo this weekend for the first time in about 5 weeks with out any success (I just had knee surgery)

It was about 43 degrees outside with 40% humidity and 10mph wind

I run 20% nitro and megatech "Q" glow plug

I had just broken in a new motor and ran about 3 more tanks through it before storing, it was running great!

While it sat I replaced the fuel line, glow plug, got rid of the ez start for a pull start and installed the new traxxas resonater pipe. I set my carb settings back to the stock settings like the instructions said to do. I also presure tested my fuel tank and it is good.

With the new pipe it would not run after I removed the glow plug warmer.

I put the factory pipe back on and it will run after the glow plug warmer is removed but if I let it sit idle it will run for about 20-30 seconds and die. If I give it throttle it bogs down and dies most the time a couple times it would get going and when I let up on the throttle it would die.

Any ideas I love this truck but I am getting very frustrated I am willing to try anything at this point. I tried lenning the High speed needle a bit but it did not help.

Thank you for any ideas or help you can offer!

[kojak61]

The colder the temperture the denser the air, which means you need to richen it up. Also try using a Mccoy mc 59 or OS LC3 glow plug.

[kojak61]

Can anyone post a picture of their throttle linkage? I am using a 2.5R.

[whitey]

http://importsociety.zoto.com/img/45/72748e0e1746ad1e0c3a6b116e52fc0d-.jpg

[whitey]

http://importsociety.zoto.com/img/45/4979505750996486cb4d4cead031d144-.jpg

hope these helped!

[chrisoneal]

i wish my revo still looked bran new

[Eccentric]

i wish my revo still looked bran new

So give it to me and buy a new one! :D

[chrisoneal]

il sell it to ya..lol. I have mip cvds on and i keep breaking the front diffs.. IF i go back to the stock plastic ones will i break them before the diffs or would it be the same

[Eccentric]

il sell it to ya..lol. I have mip cvds on and i keep breaking the front diffs.. IF i go back to the stock plastic ones will i break them before the diffs or would it be the same


The plastic stockers are actualy pretty darn strong. They may have some 'give' that would take some of the shock loading away from your difs though. Are you using the stock plastic dif case or a Maximizer steelie? The steel is stronger but adds rotating mass. Is your slipper real tight? Try backing off the preload on the slipper. It may help your dif gears.

[chrisoneal]

no i still have the stock plastic ones. And the slipper is still at factory never touched. But i allways seem to break diff's when im jsut jumping around. but i land on the back wheels or all four

[whitey]

it has happened to me from landing full throttle (or close too) could that be the case?
(not doubting your driving abilities, I mean no insult)

[chrisoneal]

yea if ur bashing there is no such thing i think as a driving ability. u just go were it take u to

[kojak61]

http://importsociety.zoto.com/img/45/4979505750996486cb4d4cead031d144-.jpg

hope these helped!
Thank you
Building one almost from scratch and the diagram is not much help.

[whitey]

let me know if you need more pic's, I would be more than happy to help you.

[T-EVO RACER]

Is the Revo wing for performance or looks?
i love the way it levels my car out in the air!! oh and it looks tight too

[kojak61]

i love the way it levels my car out in the air!! oh and it looks tight too
I got the Tekno wing mount. Still have a few things more to finish on it before its first run.

[kawasakirider]

Hey guys i am selling my first bike an xr 80 to buy a revo if all goes to plan i should have it relitavely quickly. What i want to know is, out of the box and after break in when i start to give it some juice did most of uhave problems with it being in 2nd gear all th time and need to adjust it? is this hard to do? i can't wait to get my revo i need something better than a buggy for bashing this looks brilliant :D

[chrisoneal]

yea i had that problem were it wants to shift early. Just a little turn of the wrench and it will be better

[kawasakirider]

Does it tell u how to do it in the manual?

[chrisoneal]

yea there is a book that come with it to tell what to do on breakin and a bunch of other stuff and yes i tells u how to change the shift points

[Flying Finn]

Revo 3.3 (http://www.traxxas.com/products/nitro/revo/revo33/trx_revo33.htm) with new engine and 30mm longer chassis!

[t9dragon]

Revo 3.3 (http://www.traxxas.com/products/nitro/revo/revo33/trx_revo33.htm) with new engine and 30mm longer chassis!

Now that is what I like an extended chassisand a center diff! But will the big block motors drop right in?

Revo 3.3 is upgraded with enhancements to harness the massive power output including 30mm of additional chassis length, increased engine mounting strength, and tighter suspension with installed progressive 2 rockers. There’s also a wide-ratio two-speed inside the transmission that takes full advantage of the TRX 3.3’s massive power curve for top speeds beyond 45mph! For the hardcore racer, Revo 3.3 has been designed to use the new Traxxas Revo center differential and rear brake kit (sold separately). On or off the track, Revo 3.3 is simply the ultimate, most-powerful machine for jaw-dropping handling and speed.

[kojak61]

Hope they make a upgrade kit!

[T-EVO RACER]

i love this motor, i had the smoothest breakin' ever!, i used one plug the whole time and it didnt stall. Then after about 2hours of careful breakin, i ran it at the track, with my regular18tm i was running i at 260degrees and was BARELY making the big jump at my local track, this things at 215-230 and it overshooting it by 5-7 feet! the bottom end is unbelieveable! i need those arms that extend my revo, it felt like my revo was on steroids i love this motor!

[kawasakirider]

grrrr this is annoying when will it hit australian shores does anyone know? Also how much more will it be than the current revo? because i have the money for a mt right now and i wanted a revo but i see this and i think why buy something outdated.

Trent

[whitey]

look's like I'll be buying another Revo. are dealer's taking pre-orders? (online)

[kojak61]

Looks like the only diffrences are the chassis and engine and it now comes with p2 rockers. The 3.3 will drop into the regular revo, but if you want the center diff and rear brake upgrade then you will need the longer chassis.

[kawasakirider]

On traxxas website they both have the same ride height so that means they have the same rockers on it stock doesn't it? If it doesn't i have heard that the normal revo has the p2 rockers in the box anyway, is this true?

[Tim'sLosi]

On traxxas website they both have the same ride height so that means they have the same rockers on it stock doesn't it? If it doesn't i have heard that the normal revo has the p2 rockers in the box anyway, is this true?
No and No. It comes with p1 and the lt in the box. Gotta buy p2 right now.

[kawasakirider]

How much are the p2 rockers if i just bought the same ones the new revo is coming out with just plastic ones? anywya be back later got to pick up my buggy.

[savagepicco26]

How much are the p2 rockers if i just bought the same ones the new revo is coming out with just plastic ones? anywya be back later got to pick up my buggy.
new ones are plastic also. the p1, p2 and p3 are all 90mm rockers and don't change the suspension travel. the long travel are 120mm.

[jedwards1212]

Man is the revos fast i hear the engines got no low end punch when i pull the trigger it just screams 25000 to 30000 rpms in about a second then it spins ball four tires and keeps a straight line. now in sand or gravel controled donuts. man this muther !!! i landed it upside down cartwheeled it a 30 mph, jumped wrong. the only time i broke it was i hit a tree at 40 mph broke the right side arm. fixed it with 30 minutes of work and $7.50 then i rammed my friends revo playing chicken and broke the other arm fixed for $7.50 i bash mine in wet grass, mud, open fields, jump it. Its tough but not indistructable. Just do regular aftercare and inspect bolts and nuts youll be happy with a revo.

[jedwards1212]

with the new revo all the parts you wanted to upgrade with are on the newest revo 3.3. all new engine.

[jedwards1212]

i got mine for $11.00 dollars

[savagepicco26]

Man is the revos fast i hear the engines got no low end punch
compared to a big block motor, no the 2.5R doesn't have any low end punch.

[chrisoneal]

do they make aluminum diff cases for the revo.

[kojak61]

I just installed the throttle return spring and now the rod bends when trying to open the throttle. Spring is too strong, Any ideas?

[savagepicco26]

I just installed the throttle return spring and now the rod bends when trying to open the throttle. Spring is too strong, Any ideas?
find a weaker spring or don't use one. i don't use one. i use a failsafe.

[chrisoneal]

its sound's like u have a screw to tight. In that linkage some were.

[tagmann50]

find a weaker spring or don't use one. i don't use one. i use a failsafe.

If I dont use a spring my throtle does not close all the way. How could I fix that?

[savagepicco26]

If I dont use a spring my throtle does not close all the way. How could I fix that?
adjust the servo linkages, servo arm postion and trim point on radio.

[tagmann50]

adjust the servo linkages, servo arm postion and trim point on radio.


As far as I know the linkage is adjusted correctly but there is nothing there to really pull the linkage back to idle position. Do you have a Revo or seen the Revo work without one? My friend who has been doing this a lot longer than me said I had to use the spring.

I use to spend a lot of time in Columbia when I was stationed at Shaw AFB. I still go back since that where my wifes family is. Are there any good offroad track in the area?

[davecisco]

I wanted to know if anyone knows how to lower the suspension on a Revo. Out on the track or at my local parking lot, when I run my truck and take a curve or turn it tends to flip over a lot. What do I need to do to fix this problem. Thanks

[savagepicco26]

I wanted to know if anyone knows how to lower the suspension on a Revo. Out on the track or at my local parking lot, when I run my truck and take a curve or turn it tends to flip over a lot. What do I need to do to fix this problem. Thanks
usually just adjusting the compression level of the shocks will do it. just adjust the ring. keep in mind though that almost every truck will flip on concrete at high speeds, unless your tire suck and have no grip.

[tagmann50]

Denatured Alcohol and a compressor

Hi, Just to make sure I am doing this right, do you just spray the denatured alcohol with a spray bottle and then blow it off with the air? What kind of p.s.i. do you use? I went out and bought a compressor after this and it works pretty good but it still leaves some dirt on the plastics. Thanks for the help!

[winning edge designs]

tagmannn50, you may need to wipe or brush any remaining crud, the alcohol and air pressure will help remove some oil and almost all loose dirt, but it won't remove the slimy residue left behind. The best method for a totally new look is after using alcohol and air a couple times, spray on WD40 and spray air pressure again, then wipe with a towel as best you can getting all the visible areas.
The only better method is a complete teardown and scrubbing the plastics in the sink with simple green, then using the WD40, etc.

Btw, I ran the swept arms in the 19mm position today at our state race warm up, they are dialed!

...Jim

[tagmann50]

Winning Edge, thanks alot for the advice! I love this site so easy to get help!! :)

[Tim'sLosi]

do they make aluminum diff cases for the revo.



http://search.ebay.com/aluminum-diff-cases-revo_W0QQfromZR40QQfsooZ1QQfsopZ1QQssPageNameZRC00 21

[chrisoneal]

thanks for the reply. I think im going to get me a set of those.

[Tim'sLosi]

thanks for the reply. I think im going to get me a set of those.
I bought them...they look nice I just haven't had time to install them.

[chrisoneal]

do u know if they make titanum ring and pinion gears for the rvo also. Those two are the two that keep stripping on me

[Tim'sLosi]

Integy will be making a steel set for the REVO. Honestly they are not a common problem. Maybe the alum cases and some shimming if needed will cure your prob.
http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&P=WR&I=LXLYV1

[chrisoneal]

ok so how do u shim the diffs i have no idea on how to do that

[Tim'sLosi]

ok so how do u shim the diffs i have no idea on how to do that
For the answer to that one you should do a search on this site. Try shimming diff, shim diff and shim differential. I found good explanations with the first terms.

[savagepicco26]

Integy will be making a steel set for the REVO. Honestly they are not a common problem. Maybe the alum cases and some shimming if needed will cure your prob.
http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&P=WR&I=LXLYV1
shimming only helps the internal gears of the diff. if ring and pinion are stripping, it's likely a bad gearbox. if the bearing supports for the diff get loose, the whole diff can get sloppy inside the gearbox and mess up the mesh with the pinion. that's my guess cause i had it happen on my savage.

[winning edge designs]

chrisoneal, keep in mind that "Titanium" is not the strongest metal available, in fact it is fairly soft. Steel is much more durable, but heavy. Titanium is a good material where aluminum is not strong enough and steel is too heavy, but durability is not critical. Titanium is basically very strong...for it's wieght.

:)....Jim

[chrisoneal]

well i think im going to buy two new front and rear diffs off ebay and see what happends. maybe they wont break this time. i hope not. lol

[SquirrelNutz]

I was thinking about upgrading the revo to a Axial .28 and a BB pipe.

1- what pipes are recommended? I hear that CVEC is good.... any others?

2-will the axial .28 be a direct drop into the revo? I have a sirio .23 engine mount, would that work with it? I allready have the wide gear kit and FOC kit done. would i still be able to use the sleazy start as well????

thanks for any and all insight!!!!

[T/Losi]

Hey Guys,
Im looking at getting the REVO 3.3 RTR. Are there any parts that tend to break more the others? Approx. what run time do you get per tank?

Cheers

[ricardinho]

My exhaust worked loose today I didn't know this untill is was too late and had taken a few hard landings before tightening it up. I had a better look when I got in and it is quite dented will this take away allot of performance or cause any temperature issues?

[Tim'sLosi]

One of the rc mags did a dyno test between a new pipe and one that had a minor dent. It does make a sizeable difference. You might want to try the freeze method to get the dents out. Fill with h2o, plug the holes and stick in freezer. Watch carefully as the water freezes and expands. Remove when dents are pushed out and thaw.

[ricardinho]

One of the rc mags did a dyno test between a new pipe and one that had a minor dent. It does make a sizeable difference. You might want to try the freeze method to get the dents out. Fill with h2o, plug the holes and stick in freezer. Watch carefully as the water freezes and expands. Remove when dents are pushed out and thaw.


fantastic reply thanks allot mate i'll give that a try

[ricardinho]

in the process of sealing the backplate and carb just taking of the ez start and i realised what a lump this is i want to get rid of it

what other starter options are there available to me that bolt right onto the tm323 and can you get a rotar start for the tm323 thanks guys

[winning edge designs]

A Revo specific starter box like one from RD Logics will be the best way to go. A Roto start or pullstart like the EZ start rely on bearings you have to hope don't go out before a race. I always have liked the performance of a seperate starter box.

...Jim

[savagepicco26]

yep. starter box is the only reliable way to go. my Native Racing setup cost me $60 and it's awesome!

[Tighty Whitey]

in the process of sealing the backplate and carb just taking of the ez start and i realised what a lump this is i want to get rid of it

what other starter options are there available to me that bolt right onto the tm323 and can you get a rotar start for the tm323 thanks guys


go roto start. I used an HPI unit with a HPI b.b. one way barring.

[ricardinho]

yep. starter box is the only reliable way to go. my Native Racing setup cost me $60 and it's awesome!


im very intrested in this starter box set up i have no expiernce with them atall im a newbie to nitro if im honest.. does this starter box need to be charged ? how long does it last.

how heavy are they i mainly bash and most of the bash sites i go to haven't got parking facilities so we have to walk trucks in hand to the spot.

[ricardinho]

hi guys i desperately need your help the carb on my tm323 was spinning so i tried to tighten it up but the screw head got blown out the carb is still spinning and i cant get that screw out its allen key 2.0mm size.

do you all have any techniques to get the screw out in these situations ive tried grpping it with my long noes pliers but have had no luck what else can i do is it all over for my engine does the carb need to be screwed tight can it operate if its loose ?


pic below of screw in question below . not my car btw no digi camera :(


http://i1.tinypic.com/rlgryv.jpg

[tagmann50]

does the carb need to be screwed tight can it operate if its loose ?


I am also new and have never worked on the motor you are talking about but if your carb is loose you will have a air leak which will cause you to run way lean and probally lots of other problems. Good luck!

[Tim'sLosi]

Hope you have a dremel tool. Cover everything but the screw with a rag and, using a grinding disc, grind a notch in the bolt. Use a flat blade screwdriver to remove it. Get a replacement grade 12.9 alloy steel bolt and make sure you have a good, properly sized allen wrench to install it.

[ricardinho]

Hope you have a dremel tool. Cover everything but the screw with a rag and, using a grinding disc, grind a notch in the bolt. Use a flat blade screwdriver to remove it. Get a replacement grade 12.9 alloy steel bolt and make sure you have a good, properly sized allen wrench to install it.


mate thanks for the tip worked like a dream i couldn't think how i was going to get that bolt off thanks again got a replacement today and the carb is tight on should get a good bashing session tomorrow :D

[longcaceres]

Where did you buy the bolt replacement?

[Tim'sLosi]

mate thanks for the tip worked like a dream i couldn't think how i was going to get that bolt off thanks again got a replacement today and the carb is tight on should get a good bashing session tomorrow :D

LOL...I just realized you are the same mate I helped with the pipe. I think I'm due for a cold (or is it warm :) ) ale and a dinner of bangers and mash soon :D

Did you get the pipe fixed up?

[ricardinho]

LOL...I just realized you are the same mate I helped with the pipe. I think I'm due for a cold (or is it warm :) ) ale and a dinner of bangers and mash soon :D

Did you get the pipe fixed up?


LOL i had a go at the freezer trick with the pipe it certainly worked but not completely still a few dinks in it...this was becasue the water that froze over orced its way out of the top where i had sealed it(used elctrical tape) if i had used something stronger im sure the force would have pushed out more of the dents had a bash day at the track this weekend so will give it another go during the week...can you reccomend any decent pipes out there that would do the trick anyway.

p.s. yep i owe you some bangers and mash and a cup of rosie lea lol

[ricardinho]

Where did you buy the bolt replacement?

not sure if this was aimed at me but i got the replacement bolt from my LHS it was a HPI enigine screw which was exactly the same as the one i wore out on the RBtm323

[longcaceres]

Thank you. I'll check it out on my lhs. :)

[Tim'sLosi]

...can you reccomend any decent pipes out there that would do the trick anyway.

p.s. yep i owe you some bangers and mash and a cup of rosie lea lol

My personal favorite... http://www.teamcrc.com/crc/modules.php?name=News&file=article&sid=33

Please no blood pudding, okay! :D

[longcaceres]

Hi Guys. I need some help. I am trying to break in my picco .26 max today. I noticed that the idling speed is way off. The wheels are rolling fast & wants to move if I tried to put it down. How will I tune it? Thanks.

[Tim'sLosi]

Well it is either your radio set point keeping it open or the carb idle screw. Does the idle change when you apply the brake?

[Skribble]

My personal favorite... http://www.teamcrc.com/crc/modules.php?name=News&file=article&sid=33

Please no blood pudding, okay! :DI have the Fantom pipe (Same pipe, CRC is rebadged), and it's a good pipe. Didn't use it long enough though to notice the performance since I broke my header. Bought a Trinity to solve the problem .. So far so good and it's insanely loud.

[threedguru]

Does anyone know the stock carb settings for the Sirio .23? Where can I get parts for it?

[t9dragon]

Here are the settings:

low speed needle-5 1/4 turns out, flush with the ball stud,

high speed needle- 7 turns out

[threedguru]

thanks

[Straick]

Just got one for myself today. I already swapped the stock receiver out with a JR 3 channel FM(AM band around here is over crouded). I'm hoping to get some time off tomorrow in order to start breaking in the motor. This is my first venture into Nitro trucks. Anyone have any tips for maintenance, breakin, tuning, etc that aren't covered in the manual? I'll be running 20% nitro in it. I have already read the owners manual and will be following all of the directions in it.

Month and a half looking at them, couldn't wait any longer so I got it. :D

[winning edge designs]

You'll have a blast with it, especially because you took the time to read the manual, LOL!
The manual is very thourough and those who actually use it will be rewarded with alot of fun and low frustration!!!

...Jim
JConcepts

[Straick]

I just finished wearing it in. It is really a great truck. Only one problem, the guys around kept heckling me because I didn't just let it ripp :D . Now to clean the air filter. I swapped out the original arms with the long travel ones that were included. Hope to test them out thouraghly in a little while. Can't wait to get out to the bigger fields where I can really let it lose. Should be worthwhile.
I did have one issue that customer support was able to correct in all of 2 minutes. I had to reprogram the OptiDrive in it. It was limiting the forward throttle and not the reverse. Easy fix.

I'm going to need more fuel before this weekend is out :rolleyes: . I think that this time I will get a gallon or two instead of a quart.

[savagepicco26]

Month and a half looking at them, couldn't wait any longer so I got it. :D
did you get the Revo 3.3? if not, you should have.

[winning edge designs]

I think he will enjoy the Revo with the 2.5 or the 3.3, either way it is a great truck and sets the standard in the monster class! In fact i'd recommend the 3.3 to someone who has more experience and will eventually race most of the time.

Either way, have fun with it!

...Jim
jconcepts dot net

[savagepicco26]

I think he will enjoy the Revo with the 2.5 or the 3.3, either way it is a great truck and sets the standard in the monster class!
i have the 2.5 and it's great. i'm just saying, if you're buying a new one, why not buy the better one?

[bullett1818]

i have the 2.5 and it's great. i'm just saying, if you're buying a new one, why not buy the better one?




Im gonna buy the 2.5 because it is a little less expensive than the 3.3. Then when my engine goes I'll hit the engine exchange program. For now the 2.5 will do me well.


-Bob-

[savagepicco26]

Im gonna buy the 2.5 because it is a little less expensive than the 3.3. Then when my engine goes I'll hit the engine exchange program. For now the 2.5 will do me well.


-Bob-
there's more difference between the 2.5 and the 3.3 than just the motor.

[bullett1818]

Ok so I guess there are more differences than just the engine now that I read up on it more. And for the price difference ($45-$65) I guess I'd go Wit da 3.3 :)


-Bob-

[winning edge designs]

savagepicco26, I think we agree, I just didn't want him to feel like the 2.5 was a bad purchase if he had it already.
Both are great trucks and the 3.3 has a longer chassis and bigger engine, but that doesn't always mean better. For instance on a tight track with a loose surface?

Besides, the 2.5 can be upgraded for an engine swap to 3.3 when it is worn and some other tidbits(chassis, arms, etc).

Not trying to ruffle any feathers, :).

...Jim
Traxxas, JConcepts, W.E.D., Maxy Fuels, Team XS Batteries, JR Hobbies, RC America

[bullett1818]

BTW where do ya'll think I'll get the best price for the REVO?? 2.5 or 3.3???


-Bob-

[RuKind]

At least he's playing with his 2.5 now. I've had my 3.3 payed for about a month, now I see that I got to wait another 2 weeks for it to come in. This is killing me. The lhs has my money and I could get any other truck I want today, but I really want the 3.3 so I wait and play with my others for now. Come on April 15th

[savagepicco26]

savagepicco26, I think we agree, I just didn't want him to feel like the 2.5 was a bad purchase if he had it already.
Both are great trucks and the 3.3 has a longer chassis and bigger engine, but that doesn't always mean better. For instance on a tight track with a loose surface?

Besides, the 2.5 can be upgraded for an engine swap to 3.3 when it is worn and some other tidbits(chassis, arms, etc).

Not trying to ruffle any feathers, :).

...Jim
Traxxas, JConcepts, W.E.D., Maxy Fuels, Team XS Batteries, JR Hobbies, RC America
no ruffled feathers and i totally agree. both are great truck. i guess the ideal situation would be to have one of each! :D

[tagmann50]

Hi, Anybody ever use a Bluebird servo? I just ordered a 630mg to try and get some better sterring out of my revo. Also which is the best side to install it on since I will be going with just one servo now? Thanks!

[t9dragon]

Hi, Anybody ever use a Bluebird servo? I just ordered a 630mg to try and get some better sterring out of my revo. Also which is the best side to install it on since I will be going with just one servo now? Thanks!

I think they are made by the same company that makes the Cirrus servos. I use the Cirrus servos in my Savage, EB-4 and Nitro MT.

[Tighty Whitey]

Last weekend during bashing both(left and right) of my front screws popped out of the carrier and now even with the slightest jump or small flip they jump right out again

Has anyone tried the RPM's they make, just want to see before I make the puchase

[davetexas22]

I was just wondering what everybodys gearing setup is with the 3.3 motor installed in the 2.5Revo. I usually run on a larger 1/8 scale track with 16/38 combo. This seems to be OK but I think I need to go 15/38 or 16/40.

[winning edge designs]

Taggman, the servo will help alot, you can also do the steering mods steve has listed on the Traxxas site to get more steering throw. I like mine on the right side for best balance.

Tighty whitey, the RPM hubs are great and inexpensive considering the come with bearings as well! Aluminum hubs are even stronger, like the ones from RD racing but also more expensive. Both will work well.

Davetexas, alot of us have geared down one tooth for a smoother bottom and then readjusted the shift point.
You can run the wide ratio if the track is really big for more top end.

...Jim
jconcepts dot net

[bullett1818]

I did it!..... I finally made the decision to get the REVO 3.3!! Went to my LHS and put a down payment on the truck! I will soon be the proud owner of the yellow traxxas REVO. Can you tell I am stoked! I am giggling like a little girl over here!


-Bob-

[bullett1818]

What are some good failsafes to use on my new truck?? I wanna be sure not to loose this thing. Thanks in advance.

-Bob-

[longcaceres]

Sir, I suggest ofna fail safe, Or upgrade to a spektrum radio.

[savagepicco26]

What are some good failsafes to use on my new truck?? I wanna be sure not to loose this thing. Thanks in advance.

-Bob-
i use the venom failsafe. my battery was going low once and the failsafe detected it and closed the throttle. still had steering, but the car wouldn't move. great purchase.

[bullett1818]

Ok guys another ? for ya. what glow plugs can I use in the TRX 3.3? I have 1 OS A5's here at home. Are they good to use in it?

-Bob-

[t9dragon]

You can use the OS A5's, I use the OS #8 plug.

[savagepicco26]

Ok guys another ? for ya. what glow plugs can I use in the TRX 3.3? I have 1 OS A5's here at home. Are they good to use in it?

-Bob-
if you want OS, i'd get some 8's. the A5's are better for big blocks and 30% nitro.

[bullett1818]

Thanks guys, what if I just use the 5's for break in? I know you can go through them in break in and I want new ones anyway. These are just extra's Thanks again guys.

-Bob-


BTW- As soon as I get the 3.3 I'll post pics!

[chrisoneal]

well u could do that but u would have to retune when u switch back. It could just save u the trouble of just switching now.

[savagepicco26]

well u could do that but u would have to retune when u switch back. It could just save u the trouble of just switching now.
agreed. unless you have a ton of the A5's, then just go ahead and use the 8's now. i would usually go hotter than colder on the plugs for break in. A5's a cool plug, 8's are medium and LC3 and A3 are hot plugs. i run the traxxas 3231 or 3232 plugs as they're cheap and still good.

[bullett1818]

Got it! I will just Do It Right The First Time! and go with the 8's

-Bob-

[bullett1818]

Ok guys, So I has at my LHS today. The owner got the new 3.3 enginge is his Revo. All I have to say is OMG. That thing is insane, one quick pull on the throttle and it went completely over!! Just crazyness watching that thing! I paid in full my my Revo 3.3 today and I am sooooo excited. This this is gonna rock!


-Bob-

[bullett1818]

I see Traxxas updated their website to show the Revo 3.3 is now shipping.

-Bob-

[tagmann50]

Has anybody used the RD Logic Revo starter box? I was thinking about getting one but I have never talked to anyone who has used it.

BTW, the blue bird servo i got did awesome on saturday! It took some serious abuse and that thing really cranks the wheels.

[EvaderBX]

Hey guys...
I just got a used revo. it has an OS 18 tm with 1/2 gallon threw it. I was wondering Where i could find a buggy wing mount for it ( link please ) and i was also wondering where i could get carbon fiber parts. Thanks,
Doug

[tagmann50]

Evader, check out teknorc.com for the wing kit!

[chrisoneal]

hey man what all came with ur revo

[EvaderBX]

Stock everything except for servos. They are all hitec.

[chrisoneal]

oh i jsut sold one and thought maybe it was u

[EvaderBX]

If anyone is selling a revo LMK. My dad wants one now lol. LMK what u have and email me or post some pics. Thanks,
Doug

[EvaderBX]

Are there any starter boxes for the revo that arent the rd racing one? Theres is 129.99, i was wondering if there was any other that works. LMK
Doug

[chrisoneal]

look om ebay dont know of any other ones but u can try that

[Tighty Whitey]

Stock everything except for servos. They are all hitec.


How much did the servo's make a diff. Which ones are you using?

thanks

[EvaderBX]

servos make a huge difference. I am using Hitec HSC-5955 Titanium Gear High Speed Servo for steering and for throttle just a hitec hs 5945mg. So i got like 200 in servos

[bullett1818]

Woooo Hoooo!!

The owner of my LHS just called me! My Revo 3.3 should be in on Friday!!!! I just wish today was Friday!!! I WANT MY REVO!!! lol. I will get pic's up as soon as I get it.

-Bob-

[bullett1818]

I FINALLY GOT IT!!!!! I have my REVO 3.3 and boy is she a beaut! Im on a cool down right now. Cant wait till she's broken in so I can really drive! Pic's to come later!!


-Bob-

[longcaceres]

Congrats. enjoy your NEW REVO. :) Let us know how it performs.

[bullett1818]

Well here's some shots of the truck. Sorry no action shots. I need to learn a little better about throttle control when in the air. It seems I am always Either Nosing it into the ground, or dropping the rear into the ground.


-Bob-

[bullett1818]

Another

[bullett1818]

Another....

[bullett1818]

And for my 300th post!!!

[kawasakirider]

Put something agains it to compare it to. I'd like to see it next to a savage im selling my buggy when i get the 8 port and i will save a bit and i might buy one.

[winning edge designs]

You can see the added length between the trans and front shocks. :D

...Jim

[bullett1818]

Sorry guys, I have nothing to compare it too as it is the only Nitro I currently own. Although I guess I could put it next to my Electric Rusty?? Your Call.


-Bob-


I tried uploading a pic of the lenghtened area of the chasis but for some reason it will not let me???

-Bob-

[kawasakirider]

you have heaps of things not nescesserily rc cars. Coke cans, rcca magazines , anything like that

[ricardinho]

how do you all route the pullstart when using this shell ?

[kawasakirider]

Anyone selling a second hand revo in good condition rtr ? I will give you a hyper 7 with electronics and starter box and whatever sort of money if you are interested i want one bad and with the 3.3 out im sure you are all etching to get one????

[bullett1818]

Ok guys as requested here's some comparison pictures!!

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another

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again

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and again

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Here's the damage from today's bashing fun!

-Bob-

[bullett1818]

and again!

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And for the last one! Time to go get some parts !!!

-Bob-

[t9dragon]

What are you comparing it to the Pop can? LOL

I would like to see pics of the 2.5 & 3.3 side by side.

[tagmann50]

What are some reasons for fouling glow plugs like crazy??? 2.5r, 20% top fuel, not running lean or rich, using traxxas standard and "Q" plugs both fouled in less than 1 tank! motor has 1/2 gallon thru it. Need help!!!!

[t9dragon]

Bad plug, flooding the motor. I use the OS #8 plugs.

[bullett1818]

What are you comparing it to the Pop can? LOL

I would like to see pics of the 2.5 & 3.3 side by side.



If you read up above I have nothing to compare it to! So someone suggested the pop can! So there they are!


-Bob-

[kawasakirider]

I did and it gives a fairly good indication i can see the wheelsbase is a considerable bit bigger than the 2.5 it is nice good buy :)

[kawasakirider]

Dude is that thing bigger than a coke can? If it isn't that thing is bigger than a savage OMG

[winning edge designs]

The Revo 3.3 is 1.2 inches or 30mm longer then the 2.5 Revo. It also comes with the most popular P2 rockers and other tidbits, like chassis brace incorporated into the engine mount, etc.
With the extended rear arms added it makes the Revo 3.3 as long as the 1/8th scale trucks, but lighter!

...:), Jim
jconcepts dot net

[oggydog]

Here is a pick with my 2.5R revo on the left and the 3.3 revo on the right.

[oggydog]

Here is a pick with my 3.3 revo on the left and my MGT on the right.

[oggydog]

here is all 3.

[oggydog]

The 3.3 has the p2 rockers installed and comes with the long travel rockers. And as an added not stapled in the exploded views book the diffs seem to be upgraded they have the same part number as the 2.5R diffs but with the X after it so that means traxxas must have made them stronger. I hope so the added power of the .18tm stripped one of the ring and pinions on my 2.5r and if the 3.3 has the power that it claims it would strip them as well.

[t9dragon]

Thanks for the comparision pics, oggydog....................

[bullett1818]

Yes, thanks oggydog.... You gave em what I couldnt. lol

-Bob-

[kawasakirider]

I want to see one next to a savage