Traxxas Stampede Forum

[joostin421]

i run this setup in all of our stampedes/rustlers; it is bulletproof, but it will cost you:

steel top gear, aluminum idler gear, Coldfusion SS Diff gear, steel output yokes, and slipper with pegs in spur.

this handles, SS5800 on 7cells, lehner 4200 and 5300 on 7cells, and Nemisis 12s on 12cells.

total: around $100

justin

[SS Pede]

Well, I managed to strip my differential and spur gear in one day. Actually, my roommate did. He wasn't driving crazily or anything though, so it's kind of odd. Oh well. These new tires are stickier than the stock ones, plus they're glued to the rims, so them must put more strain on the transmission than before. They're nice so far though! I have to get used to turning on pavement, because now the truck will easily flip over if I'm not careful!

[sobe164]

hey guys who has locked up the diff? im thinking about it cuz my pede makes a weird clicking sound when it runs, n i think i might wanna figer out a way of makin it a hill climbing pede, just with stock stuff though, nothing great right now, im cought up in my evader, well lemme know u guys, oh has any one made there pede a rusty? im thinking of doing that. ight im gone

[Vato Loco]

The clicking might not be the planet gears! There are plenty of things that go click in the gearbox! Locking the diff will cause the truck to turn like a Big Motorcoach! I'll post a site that goes through the steps to help you figure out the CLICK;-) My truck is a Rusty/Pede design I came up with.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v357/cmhanson/cad12-000.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v357/cmhanson/CT5-000.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v357/cmhanson/cad11-000.jpg
:D

[Vato Loco]

Here you go:
http://www.ultimaterc.com/forums/showthread.php?t=53794
hope this helps?

[SS Pede]

Well, I replaced my spur gear and diff case (just the plastic part...reused the metal gears from the inside of the old stripped diff). I also got my MX-3 hooked up. Still a bit of glitching with my SS5800 but it's manageable. Got some good driving in over on the edge of campus (UNH). Found a big pile of sand to drive up. :)

[ajh1400]

Hey all this is my 1st post on this thread. I got a 'pede earlier today and I am looking forward to reading the posts here to scope out some future mods. I'm going to start with a bumper since I already broke one of the front shock caps. :)

[ajh1400]

Everything is currently stock on my 'pede. Just wondering if there is a trick to wheelies since I'm new to the trucks? Not enough torque to lift the front end up into a wheelie. I was only able to lift the front up by reversing and then hitting full throttle. I'm interested in learning some tricks for my 'pede. Thanks in advance!

[Peterbilt]

Everything is currently stock on my 'pede. Just wondering if there is a trick to wheelies since I'm new to the trucks? Not enough torque to lift the front end up into a wheelie. I was only able to lift the front up by reversing and then hitting full throttle. I'm interested in learning some tricks for my 'pede. Thanks in advance!

A mod motor, the right gearing, and the right traction might lift the tires. Been awhile since I lifted the front on my 'Pede. My ole P2K2 Pro could use a cleaning and rebuild to get back to performing really good again.

[Peterbilt]

Crap. Looks like I gotta drive back to Baton Rouge for parts...

Took the Stampede out today after gettin the Deans connectors on and the electronics back in. Setup my adjustable ramp went to jumpin. Caught some pretty decent airtime. First landing, I hear a grinding and then the truck stops....the screw holes on my P2K2 Pro stripped and now the screws wont tighten down. The motor backed up and started to tear up the spur...then I noticed the rear end sagging. My rear suspension has always been plenty stiff to hold the truck up on its own...feel like something has gone wrong inside one of the shocks.

Other than that, she held up great to a few nosedives on concrete, and even caught the ramp with one side and catapulted itself into the front end of our Dodge Ram (Shh! No one tell! :D ) and only lost a body clip.

WELL, I guess its time to buy a another motor, and maybe even shocks...plus a new spur gear... :rolleyes:

Until then I guess the old Stinger is going back in with an old spur gear...

[Peterbilt]

OK, im the 3rd post in a row. Where the heck are all you 'Pede owners?

Anywho...

I threw a stock 550 ( :D) that I had laying around into my Pede until I can buy another motor. Well, I dunno if Im gonna be changin it out anytime soon! This old 550 has tons of torque. Trys to lift the wheels on the Pede on high traction surfaces. Hell, I bet if I cut the wall out from behind the battery and slid it back an inch it would lift em from a stand still. I still have a messed up shock, but I went out and played anyways...

The combo of 550 torque and my slightly smaller replacement spur (YAY, had one in the parts box) meant she had a little slower top end speed, but made up for it on the bottom end. Pretty good run times too, even on a Tower Hobbies 1500 pack. Went jumpin', got about 4-4.5 feet of air on some of the higher ones, flying about 10 feet out...nothing spectacular, but fun...

I think I might keep this 550 until one day when I can afford a Novak Brushless setup :D

[SS Pede]

Mmmmm, brushless. Now THAT is torque. And some speed too. :) Oh yeah, and great run time! Practically can't lose...

[ajh1400]

Thought you all may be interested in this. I am going to post the same things I posted last night and tonight on another forum. I plan to start posting here more regularly with fellow 'pede enthusiasts. I will probably restrain from commenting on upgrades and problems for which I know nothing about.

Here goes:
Saturday night-
I was the first one at the lhs this morning. 10am sharp. I ended up picking up a set up plastic shock caps for $3 and a RPM wide bumber for $6.95. I priced the Traxxas aluminum shock rebuild kits. They wanted $30/pair for front and rear. Then I priced the Duratrax Evader shocks and they are $17/pair. The guy at the lhs seemed impressed that I had got some suggestions and done a little research before showing up in the store. He initially suggested it wouldn't work until a took a good look at them. Then he said "I believe you are right, you'd probably be better off with these and they'll look better too!" I'll probably go with the Duratrax replacements later. Shock was easy to fix and the bumper just screwed right on. Everything was going smoothly until.............I was on my 2nd session and 2nd battery pack when I then engine and gears started whining and grinding. Speed immediately dropped. I picked it up and hit the throttle to try and identify the sound and everything in the rear vibrated violently. Now, I am going to try and diagnose the problem, so I can get back out to play again before dark. Wish me luck.

Tonight (sunday)
Turns out the whistling/chirping sound the motor was making was because I must have jarred it loose. Everything was off balance according to the guy at my lhs. He tighted the motor screws. I noticed a slight movement when I examined it, but did not attempt to tighten. He also said after tightening the motor he was able to adjust the pinion gear and make it mesh a little better with the bigger gear. Then he adjusted the slip and told me to continue to adjust it until I was happy with performance (store was kind of busy when he was explaining, so I didn't totally understand what I was hoping to achieve by adjusting this). Another apparent problem was the cheap batteries I was running in the radio. He replaced those and led on the radio lit up very bright. It was bright the 1st two days with the other batteries, but last night I had the 'pede with me and starting having probs with radio due to either the cheap batteries or the cold. LHS was closed last night when I tried to go and didn't reopen until noon today. I had to wait until after soccer to go and have the guy check it out. Anyway, after he seemed to have fixed my 'pede with some minor adjustments, my son and I stopped at the local skate park to test it out. Things were going pretty well and we were catching some pretty good air off the smaller ramps when I decided to give the 1/2 pipe a try. I got a pretty good feel for it and my 'pede was performing beyond my expectations (durability, speed, stability). Then I got a little bold by getting some speed before running the course then popping up a ramp and dropped perfectly into the 1/2 pipe. (This was amazing!) I had alot of speed when I launched my 'pede almost vertically about 15-20 feet in the air off the ramp. It hit the rail on the back side of the 1/2 pipe
(which broke the fall) before falling to the pavement behind the the pipe standing on its nose with all four tires flush against the wall of the 1/2 pipe. I was thrilled to see my 'pede was still in one piece and attributed this to the new rpm wide bumper I purchased yesterday. My son started driving it again and was jumping on the table top ramps when the high pitch chirping started again. I checked the motor and it was not loose. I haven't had a chance to open it up and check the gears tonight. I'll probably do it tomorrow. Thanks again to all that have give info/tips on this thread. Let me know what you think. I'm also curious about your opinions about playing around at the skate park. We really had a blast for about 15 minutes, which seemed like an eternity. Has anyone in other thread mentioned this? My only concern would be the potential for major damage to the 'pede when landing some of the bigger jumps. That's it for now.

Hope you all enjoyed my 2 day experience. Any suggestions are always appreciated. I need to get this truck tuned properly, so I can really have some good times before the snow and ice hit.

[SS Pede]

Traxxas describes the noise the slipper clutch makes as high-pitched chirping. The slipper clutch is designed to take strain off the transmission. It consists of a pad on each side of the spur gear (that's the big one), and the pads push on slipper pegs in the spur gear. Does it make the noise under high-stress situations like landing from jumps or hard acceleration? If it does, that's normal...though I have actually never heard my slipper clutch make any noise!

[ajh1400]

Traxxas describes the noise the slipper clutch makes as high-pitched chirping. The slipper clutch is designed to take strain off the transmission. It consists of a pad on each side of the spur gear (that's the big one), and the pads push on slipper pegs in the spur gear. Does it make the noise under high-stress situations like landing from jumps or hard acceleration? If it does, that's normal...though I have actually never heard my slipper clutch make any noise!

The guy at my lhs suggested the slipper clutch may be a little too tight. Then he tightened it another 1/8 inch or so he said. He told me after driving it I may need to continue adjustments until I'm satisfied with performance. I don't think it should be making this noise. It's very annoying and the 'pede just doesn't seem to be responding right either. I'm also going to try adjusting the ESC and throttle setting on radio. I've read a few things about speed control making high pitch noises if not set at "zero".

[SS Pede]

Yeah, maybe your slipper clutch won't make noise either.

Did you zero your ESC out with a screwdriver? There are two adjustment pots on the XL-1. One of them adjusts the max. throttle, the other adjusts the neutral point. It needs to be turned left or right (when the Tx's throttle trim knob is zero'd out and the wheels are off the ground) until the wheels don't move. It's basically the throttle trim on the ESC itself.

[ajh1400]

Yeah, maybe your slipper clutch won't make noise either.

Did you zero your ESC out with a screwdriver? There are two adjustment pots on the XL-1. One of them adjusts the max. throttle, the other adjusts the neutral point. It needs to be turned left or right (when the Tx's throttle trim knob is zero'd out and the wheels are off the ground) until the wheels don't move. It's basically the throttle trim on the ESC itself.

I'll try it with wheels off the ground. Thanks!

[sobe164]

Whats up pede peeps, i just thought i would drop in here n see whats been going on with every one? any one win any races with there pedes lately? or jump sum masive jumps? but i think i will be putting my novak explore 2 in my wifes pede with my 15t hovak motor, any one know if i can get sum willies out of this truck that way? lemme know, i just wanna get sum quick speed n decent jumps out this bugger. well thanks for the info, hope too be talkin too sum of u soon. alright im out

Sobe

[ajh1400]

Whats up pede peeps, i just thought i would drop in here n see whats been going on with every one? any one win any races with there pedes lately? or jump sum masive jumps? but i think i will be putting my novak explore 2 in my wifes pede with my 15t hovak motor, any one know if i can get sum willies out of this truck that way? lemme know, i just wanna get sum quick speed n decent jumps out this bugger. well thanks for the info, hope too be talkin too sum of u soon. alright im out

Sobe


I took my 'pede to the skate park here in town and hit some huge air a few days ago. It was awesome. I will try to get some pics after I make some adjustments to my 'pede. It stopped running right, after the skate park and had some problems before too. Unfortunately, I haven't been able to get back to it to diagnose and fix the problem. ttyl

[sobe164]

Thats one thing i wanna do is go check out sum skate parks with my trucks, i think it would be awsome. but i dont drive n i dont have one very close 2 me 2 go 2. but i do have a lil dirt bike track with some pittyfull jumps. i took one of my trucks there, n it was pretty good. for a lil bit. they have inbankments that were awsome 2 jump over

[ajh1400]

sounds like you had a lot of fun. I need to get my 'pede going, so I can too.

[ajh1400]

I got my 'pede up and running on Turkey Day. The guy at my LHS had the motor tightened down with the spur and pinion gears barely making contact. I pushed them together and tightened down the motor and had no more problems with that. Then after standing outside in the cold my radio quit working. I switched out the batteries, which is the same thing the guy at my lhs did in his diagnosis and it didn't make a difference. I realized the radio stopped working whenever it gets cold. I put it in front of a space heater with my old batteries and sure enough it started working again. Have any of you had a problem with the radio in the cold. I'm going to call Traxxas customer service on monday. They were closed yesterday due to the holiday. I haven't done any other upgrades yet. I plan to eventually change out the front and rear shocks with the aluminum Duratrax ones and I will probably get a better motor. My lhs has some 19T motors for $35. Thats it for now. I need to go back to the skate park.

[Peterbilt]

Sounds like an odd problem with the radio. I havent a clue what that could be. Ive never had that problem.

[ajh1400]

Sounds like an odd problem with the radio. I havent a clue what that could be. Ive never had that problem.

We'll see what Traxxas says tomorrow. I let you know how it turns out.

[sobe164]

that sounds kinda weird, i run mine out in the cold alot. n have never had a problem. i live in oregon, so we have rain n then we have really really cold nites sum times. but i dunno, hope traxxas can help u out with the problem sorry 2 hear that it is cold sensative

[Peterbilt]

Bump.

Havent ran my Pede in about a week. Been busy it seems...its 9PM now, but hell, I might take it out anyways! :D

[SS Pede]

I ran a couple packs through mine yesterday. Towards the end the left rear wheel fell off...a symptom of the insane torque of brushless I guess! I actually found the wheel nut and put it back on (though I have several extras). Good times. :)

[Mini Z]

hey guys, winter is comming up here in Toronto, Canada. And i decided to pick up one of these buggers used from someone. I have a Kinwald Dirtinator 19x2 motor at the moment. Anyone know if there are RPM products for this truck ie. arms and towers?

[Vato Loco]

Bumper, bearing carriers, ESC mount, and gear cover

[Mini Z]

Where can i get them? First thing is i have to get bearings sometime this week.

[SS Pede]

A popular online source of these parts is www.towerhobbies.com. The RPM bearing carriers are for 5x11 bearings, not the stock size 5x8. Make sure you buy 5x11 bearings. They are more durable.

[2000-redrider]

I'm not sure if someone already mentioned this, but I would put a motor plate high on the list of things to get, especially if you plan on changing the gearing often.

This is the one I'm using (as suggested on another forum);
http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXLS86&P=7

You'll have to cut part of it off in order for it to fit, but a few passes with a hack saw is all it takes.

[SS Pede]

Yeah, you can also use a good-sized metal washer.

[ajh1400]

I ran a couple packs through mine yesterday. Towards the end the left rear wheel fell off...a symptom of the insane torque of brushless I guess! I actually found the wheel nut and put it back on (though I have several extras). Good times. :)


I drove the rear wheel off mine the other day today too. I don't have brushless, so I contribute it to not tightening down the nut. I tend to over tighten everything and when I was playing with the gears and tightening down the motor I probably didn't get it tight enough. Now, I've taken the time to tighten every nut and screw on my 'pede. I also went to my lhs and bought extra wheel nuts, hex inserts, and pins, so I won't be out of commission for that reason again. I am also playing with a little plow off of one of my son's old bulldozers. I'm trying to attach it to the front end to remove light snow from the driveway! Traction and play in the blade will probably be my biggest obstacles. Until next time, have fun!

[Peterbilt]

Haha, good that your having fun with the 'Pede. I still havent driven mine since my last post in this thread...friggin almost 3 weeks!

Im thinking about some different mods for it soon. A new body (Chevrolet Silverado) new wheels (stock chromies) and Proline Masher tires. Need an RPM front bumper too...

[fastrc]

Does anyone know if maxx rims and tires will fit on a stampede? I know that you need to make the front wider so the offset rims will work but are the hexes a direct fit or do the tmaxx rims have bigger hexes. thanks

[joostin421]

i believe the Maxx hexes are larger, but i will have to check.

justin

[cart213]

Maxx rims have larger hexes than pede rims, but you can buy adapters to get the Maxx rims to fit.

[fastrc]

Ok well i wonder if just buying these will make it where they will fit
http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXSP59&P=ML

[justinspankey]

I am a new proud owner of a stampede but are there any tips that i should know about and this may sound stupid but the tire are they glued yet?
well thanks in advanced Justin Clarke

[sobe164]

the tires are not glued yet. n i have a question my self. Has any one ever taken the esc from a emaxx n a titan motor n threw it into a stampede to see how it would ack with all that. i wanna give it a try. i just got my 2nd stampede up n running but i think i might wanna give it a try, my e maxx is curently not runnalbe. so i wanna try something else. well thanks alot.

the only tip i have for u is to get out there n start driving it, and getting use too the way it handels. for a small truck i am amazed at the handling the pede has. n always remeber 2 release the throttle go after u leave a jump. i speak for experince, i stripped out 4 spur gears in a madder of 2 days. save ur money up n buy another one, make one a show pede n make one ur basher or race'r. so miney choices n no where enuff money too afford every thing we would love 2 do to our pedes....

[tycodad]

i just got my pede in a trade. guy ran it once then said nitro and didn't look back. so far i was tinkering with it and made a few upgrades myself with parts on hand:

1. bolted on an associated motor plate from a B4 (drill press extremely handy)
2. bolted on T3 front carbon fiber shock tower (dremeled sides down)
3. FLM extended aluminum chassis
4. duratrax maximum f/r aluminum carriers
5. losi shocks f/r
6. hex head screws in everything
7. bearings in carriers f/r
8. novak 5800 BL
9. looking to see what i can use for drive axles (losi CVDs or HPI MT universals)
10.titanium turnbuckles from T3 or T4

i'll post some pics later. i am trying to bullet proof this car for my 4 year old.

any other things that i may have forgotten?

[justinspankey]

what is the lowest turn motor the xl-1 esc can handle i read that it can take down to a 17turn when properly geared but i dont remember were so can somebody help me?I would need to know before tomorrow please
thanks
Justin Clarke

[ClodzillaIIIMan]

Here is a few pics of my Traxxas Stampede truck i got in a recent trade. Its a nicely hopped up Pedey. It has-

Traxxas Big Bore Shocks
Fully Bearinged
RPM GEar Cober
RPM ESC Mounting Plate
RPM Front Bumper
RPM Rear Hub Carriers
RPM 4 upper links
Carbon Fiber front cross brace
IMEX ALL-T Tires New mounted on stock chrome Pedey wheels
LRP F1 Reverse ESC
Tream Orion Rush 17t mod motor
MIP Shiny Chrome CVD's
Stock Traxxas Receiver
Stock Traxxas Transmitter
Custom Painted Silverado body
Nicely painted Ford F100 body too silver & blue

Here is a few pics-

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v502/maximumrcforum/DSC02010.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v502/maximumrcforum/DSC02011.jpg

[scoob]

I just got me a brand new pede to play with.I've got several high performance brushless-lipo cars, but the Pede is going to stay low-budget basher for now, with brushed motors and Nickel batts. It's bone stock right now but I ordered a 19 turn Chameleon pro motor with it. I'm going to run the stinger till it wears out first. I've got two IB3800 6 cell stick packs devoted to this truck. Does this sound like a good setup? Will the stock ESC do OK with the Cham Pro? Idler gear hold up with the 19 turn? This should get me some wheelies right?

I like the truck so far but I have one problem. One of the front wheels was not spinning freely out of the box. I took it off and the bushing is stuck solid to the axle. I'm getting bearings soon. Can someone provide me with a link to the bearing kit from Tower and a link to the front axle because I don't think I can get the bushing off. It's stuck fast!

Thanks for any help.

P.S- I love the stock look of the Pede. It looks like the perfect monster truck to me.

[microrcdude]

the idler gear is real weak, so i would at least get another one. THe stock ESC should be fine for now, just make surte it doesnt get too hot.

You should be able to easilly do wheelies.

bearing set:
http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXD050&P=7
I go with duratrax bearings because i dont like how fragile their bearings are.

Front axle carrier:
http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXNY89&P=7
(MUUUUCH stronger than stock, nobody i know has breaken them)
front axle shafts:
http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXJK54&P=Z
and if your stock ones are worn replace these also:
http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXJH98&P=Z

[joostin421]

Ok well i wonder if just buying these will make it where they will fit
http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXSP59&P=ML

so will this work or not to put maxx wheels on, and also what if you have nitro pede/rustler wheels on the front??

thank you,

justin

[Interceptor]

bushings??? frak. I thought these things had all bearings now. Something else to buy at the shop before I even run it. Do that this weekend I guess.

[scoob]

the idler gear is real weak, so i would at least get another one. THe stock ESC should be fine for now, just make surte it doesnt get too hot.

You should be able to easilly do wheelies.

bearing set:
http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXD050&P=7
I go with duratrax bearings because i dont like how fragile their bearings are.

Front axle carrier:
http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXNY89&P=7
(MUUUUCH stronger than stock, nobody i know has breaken them)
front axle shafts:
http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXJK54&P=Z
and if your stock ones are worn replace these also:
http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXJH98&P=Z

Thanks :) Got the stuff ordered

[iluvmud]

has anybody used the Xtreme CF chassis???? is it tough?? i got a BL pede and i want to lighten it and run 8-10cells on it, just wondering what kind of damage would happen if i lost control of the vehicle..........
thanks in advance

[iluvmud]

hey clodzilladude, can you post a pic with that ford body on it??? i want to see how that body looks(from front and side view) PLEASE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

thanks MUD

[justinspankey]

what gearing would i need to do wheelies with the stock equipment?
thanks in advanced
Justin Clarke

[kurrz]

Can anybody suggest a good brushless set up?

[SS Pede]

justin - I'm not sure if the stock setup would EVER wheelie, no matter how low you geared it. Maybe with some stickier tires, good batteries, and the smallest pinion you could find it would wheelie...but then you would have no top speed. Anyways the smallest pinion that will go on the Pede is something like an 11 or 12 tooth, and that's with a 93 tooth spur gear I believe.

kurrz - The Novak SS5800 system has been working great for me. The Novak setups are probably the most convenient ones to get because they are pre-wired and everything (at least the SS5800 is). They move the Pede along at a pretty good clip..30-35 mph. Lots of wheelies as well. There are other BL setups out there as well, don't be afraid to look around.

[iluvmud]

i got a faegio(no idea how its spelled) 8's, and a mgm 8012 controller...........10 cells will push it at around 50-60mph(not guaranteeing you can control the truck at that speed)

[kurrz]

Wow thanks guys! I'm ordering a pede later this week and was thinking of upgrading the stock motor but instead I'm giving brushless a try. I have looked around and saw a alot of people using the ss5800 but would one of the newer systems with the GTB controller be a better choice? Thet are only around 30 bucks more. Thanks again. Also with the ss5800 what kind of batts are you running? And lastly does anyone remember when the pede came out you could buy it as a kit? I've wanted one since but, never bought it. This will be the week I get one.

[kurrz]

Also ss pede what gearing do you use? Thanks

[kurrz]

Well I ordered my pede yesterday with a few hop ups. Any body got ant advice? ThanksWow thanks guys! I'm ordering a pede later this week and was thinking of upgrading the stock motor but instead I'm giving brushless a try. I have looked around and saw a alot of people using the ss5800 but would one of the newer systems with the GTB controller be a better choice? Thet are only around 30 bucks more. Thanks again. Also with the ss5800 what kind of batts are you running? And lastly does anyone remember when the pede came out you could buy it as a kit? I've wanted one since but, never bought it. This will be the week I get one.

[kurrz]

Got my pede yesterday it seems tough and ready for abuse the driveshafts look to be a weak point. Over all I am impressed. Can't wait to run it.

[scoob]

So far mines been holding up great. I went ahead and put the Chameleon in there and it's great.Stock was just too slow to be fun for me. Added some powerpole connectors and hardwired the motor. I've got my RPM carriers and bearings, need to install.This is all I plan to add so long as the Idler keeps holding up. The truck is about perfect with the 19 turn. I don't want to go crazy with this truck in upgrades and money. I think the 19 turn is the most power I can add without having to upgrade the drive train and ESC ect. The power is plenty enough to be fun and will get wheelies. I've got it geared pretty low with a 15t pinion so everything stays cool and top speed is decent, I'm estimating just over 20 mph, but with excellent torque and great runtime on the IB3800 stick pack.

I'm very happy with it. This is exactly what I was looking for as a budget basher.

[justinspankey]

did you guys have this problem? i had to trim down the batty holder braces to make the battery fit the battery is an lrp hyper 3600 nimh pack why is that arnt all battery hobby sub-c size battery packs the same size? aslo a easy and cheap way to water proof my truck without ruining the warrenty? and keeping the stock electronics ?
thanks for your guys help
Justin Clarke

[rigrishracer22B]

yes, the nimh batts seem to be bigger than nicd try putting a lexan shield around the reciver and esc or rsc and silicone the servo case, a guy did it and its in the feburary 2006 issue of rc car action magazine

[aaron_newrcguy]

Problem with my Stampede:
The stock servo gears stripped. I put a new one on and now after a few turns the steering sticks to the right or left. It will still turn the other way but always wants to go back to the way it got stuck, not allowing it to go straight. If I stop, lift the front up, and steer back-and-forth the servo will recenter itself, until a few turns later when the same thing happens. Anyone know whats up? :mad:

[rigrishracer22B]

did you put new gears in it or a whole new servo :confused:

[kurrz]

Anyone know where to get a diagram of where all the bearings go on this truck? I bought a bearing kit and know there are obvious places for them but, there are also not so obvious ones too. Thanks

[SS Pede]

You don't have the exploded diagrams that come with the truck? If you buy the Pede new you get a parts list and diagrams with it. If you don't have the owners manual, check www.traxxas.com for an online version of the manual. And I'd be glad to answer any specific questions if you have them.

[rigrishracer22B]

try ur manual :D if u lost it :eek: try www.traxxas.com

[rigrishracer22B]

does anybody have any setup tips for the pede for a ,clay oval track, hard pack surface, slick, stock stampede

[SS Pede]

Strap the battery pack under the chassis, or convert to a Rustler. And get racier tires. I'm not a racer so I won't pretend to know anything more. Those are just a few ideas.

[justinspankey]

any other waterproofing i deas?

Justin Clarke

[joostin421]

i have 2.2 m2k's on a BL stampede and BL rustler; they are a great bashing in the yard tire, but at the track on packed surfaces they spin like crazy and are pretty useless.

i was thinking about a 2.2 pin tire, but you lose about 1" diameter and 1/2" ground clearance with them. to make up for the loss of ground clearance i purchased a set of stampede-to-maxx wheel adapters to run maxx wheels/tires. i have a set of maxx wheels with an unknown set of pin tires on them and they are only about 1/8-1/4" taller diameter than the 2.2 m2k's. will post pics when the adapters come in.

justin

[aaron_newrcguy]

did you put new gears in it or a whole new servo :confused:
I put a whole new servo in and new servo saver in.
(This is from post 313 if anyone else knows)
Thanks

[rigrishracer22B]

yeah too waterproofing use your stinger motor or a closed motor like the stinger oh and put a baloon around ur reciver rpm sells a completly seald gear cover

[rigrishracer22B]

the servo might be bad or controller batts low or car batts low

[joostin421]

my set of stampede-to-maxx wheel adapters came in; going to have to fix my BL FLM rustler now to get this thing ready :D

justin

[Rtsbasic]

joostin421, be sure to get some pics of your pede with MAxx wheels, i've never seen pics of one with them fitted.

[CARBONrc10T]

I recently broke my rear shock tower to my electric stampede, and was wonderin if anybody knew of a place that sold aluminum shock tower or if the rear shock tower of a nitro stampede would work instead????

[CARBONrc10T]

ok nevermind my last post... i found a remedy.... is there a heavier duty rear skid plate that's stronger than the stock parts

[justinspankey]

What ever happened to mr.rc revo suspension setup on page 8 any one know? it looks cool

[microrcdude]

id PM him and see if he still has it

[aaron_newrcguy]

:mad: I want to take a survey here on how many sterring servos people go through in any period of time. :mad:
I stripped the stock one after running it a few times. I replaced it with a karbonite one and that one broke even faster.
What can I do to keep this from happening? Anyone please :confused:

[TIMDOG]

Learn to drive... :p

What was your second servo?

Get a decent metal gear servo for around $35-$40 and stay away from trees and curbs.

[aaron_newrcguy]

Veeeeery funny. The second servo said it was karbonite, which is a metal, gears. So I opened this thing up and the gears I saw stripped were plastic. I guess whatever is metal is not the typical gear that strips on servos. I'm going to check the hobby shop and internet for some metal replacement gears for this area of the servo. Maybe I've seen to many vids of people jumping these things off the top of parking decks and boulders then keep on rolling :)
Thanks

[justinspankey]

Alright guys i want to customize my stampede, right now its stock and i want to modify mainly the width of it ,most of the stuff i will be custom making at schiool but i dont really have any ideas, you got any for me? ohh yeah and nothing to to crazy either
Thanks A lot Justin Clarke

[TIMDOG]

Check this out...
http://inadad.com/wpede.shtml
and
http://monster.traxxas.com/showthread.php?s=&threadid=257963

FASTLANE MACHINES also makes a set of extended arms in aluminum for about $25.

The first two threads will give you a way to stay plastic.

Tim

[justinspankey]

THANKS Those conversions are pretty cool. and i deffenitly have to try it.
Justin

[fastrc]

I wonder if evader st arms would work?

[rigrishracer22B]

you could get them to fit but yould have to wrenchon them to fit.................anybody who lives in or near springfield ohio go to this track

www.fastraxxhobbies.com

[kurrz]

Could someone give me a good baseline gearing set up for a 19 turn motor? Thanks

[scoob]

I run 15/87 on a Chameoleon 2. You can start there ans see how it runs.

[kurrz]

Thanks I'll give it a try. Anyone know how hot a motor should get? Also what is stock gearing? Thanks

[justinspankey]

Correct me if im wrong but i beleive that the stock gearing is a 18t pinion and 87t spur gear
Justin Clarke

[rigrishracer22B]

is there anyone who has a new XL10 esc your right on the gearing

[scoob]

Well the Chameleon needs a comm cut so I put a 21 turn Trinity street spec motor in and it runs OK. I decided to put my Kokam 3s Lipo 11.1V in with the Duratrax Streak ESC. It handles 4-10 cells. Man it woke that 21 turn up! :) I'm going to try it a little more tomarrow. I know it'll burn that motor up pretty quick but I got it with my T-spec touring car and have no plans for it so if I blow it up I don't really care. The Lipo is for my brushless in my B4 but I'm waiting on my ESC so I figured I'd put it to use. :D The Pead has not seen such power, it was wicked fast and I still need to put in the aluminum idler, this setup may strip the stock one tomarrow, we'll see. :)

[dont forget me]

I just built a Stampede for my wife. I got a body to match her Explorer Sport and mixed up some paint. Then I presented it to her this morning. :)

Now, our granddaughter will have even more reason to come visit Nana!

http://www.fototime.com/22EFD5AC053E8E8/standard.jpg
*
http://www.fototime.com/BEF12823C20A844/standard.jpg

Novak ss5800 brushless
RPM carriers f&r
RPM camber links
RPM speedo plate
Imex Swamp Dawgs
Swami skid/wheelie bar on the way
aw. cute. NOT

[kurrz]

I ran the truck with 15/87 and it seemed a bit slow but had good torque, so I ran a 17/87 and it worked out well and good mix of both. Now that I bought a decent motor how often should I clean it? Iwant it to last. Thanks PS it's a reedy 19T.

[kurrz]

Also my truck has no power in reverse. Is the timing too far advanced? Thanks

[justinspankey]

Confused! My stock Stinger motor starts making a high pitched noise at about 3/4 thortle is it ok and if not what do I do?
Thanks in Advanced
Justin Clarke

[Dirt King]

Confused! My stock Stinger motor starts making a high pitched noise at about 3/4 thortle is it ok and if not what do I do?
Thanks in Advanced
Justin Clarke

Have you lubed the brass bushings in the motor ends at all? A drop of 3 in 1 oil makes it go away if it's the noise I'm thinking of.

[justinspankey]

i have done that already.
Justin

[TIMDOG]

Get a new motor...Go with a Monster Horsepower.

Tim

[Vato Loco]

http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f266/CMHCMH/100_0309.jpg
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[kurrz]

Nice truck. Bad Beer. LOL.:)

[rigrishracer22B]

yeah the stinger motors dont last tooo long

[scoob]

Also my truck has no power in reverse. Is the timing too far advanced? Thanks

My Chameleon had no power in reverse either. I think it is the timing advance with 19t spec motors. All other motors I tried with the stock ESC had more power in reverse.

Glad you like the Reedy, I've heard it's a great motor.

[kurrz]

Thanks scoob I was a little worried. How often should I clean this motor? Thanks

[kurrz]

Well I got a new seven cell pack charged today and I think that it burnt the reverse function out of my esc. Why would it do that? My motor was running nice and cool but the truck started acting funny and I touched the esc and burnt my finger. It's only got maybe ten runs on it.

[TIMDOG]

Kurrz...
- Clean the motor every 10 runs or so...if you notice a decrease in performance on that sched then step it down to like 8 or so. The opposite is true IMO, but don't overdue it.
- What kind of connectors are you using (maybe give the ones you have a cleaning)? Gearing? all the usual culprits for hot whatever's. I'm not familiar with the Chameleon but hopefully someone who had one will chime in.

Tim

[justinspankey]

yeah the stinger motors dont last tooo long

Yeah i see that its only been since christmas and i dont run it alot and its making some pretty wierd noises. What affordable motor would you guys recommend?

Thanks alot
Justin Clarke

[rigrishracer22B]

I would recommend a monster of touring :D i think there only $20.00 it says touring but on the package it says great for offroad

[kurrz]

I'm using a Reedy spec 19 with 17/87 gearing if that helps.

[Vato Loco]

I'm using a Reedy spec 19 with 17/87 gearing if that helps.
I like those motors they rock! :D

[scoob]

Well I got a new seven cell pack charged today and I think that it burnt the reverse function out of my esc. Why would it do that? My motor was running nice and cool but the truck started acting funny and I touched the esc and burnt my finger. It's only got maybe ten runs on it.

Did it get hot right away or was this after running it a while?

Your running the stock ESC right? If you ran it for a few minutes and it got hot, you may have overheated it. A 19 turn realy pushes this controller on 6 cells or mine seemed to, 7-cells may be too much for it. Mine would get kinda hot with my 19turn on 6-cells and I was geared lower than you are so you could have pushed the ESC a little too hard.

As you can probably tell by its enormous size and old-school look, the stock ESC is not the best.

I would look at a Novak Rooster or Super Rooster on ebay if you have to replace it. Once you get one of these you'll be set, and it will give better responce and slightly better power.

[kurrz]

That's what I was thinking. Iwas wondering afterwards if 7 cells with this motor and gearing were too much. Oh well. Luckily I've got a super rooster in a truck I don't run anymore. Thanks for the help Scoob. Man, with this motor and the gearing listed above this truck absolutely rips and will pull wheelies with a little help. I think it's faster than my stock E Maxx!!!

[Dirt King]

Yeah i see that its only been since christmas and i dont run it alot and its making some pretty wierd noises. What affordable motor would you guys recommend?

Thanks alot
Justin Clarke

Speed Gems Xtreme all the way. They are about $32 on tower and have good power and are pretty durable. I have a 17T in my pede.

[scoob]

That's what I was thinking. Iwas wondering afterwards if 7 cells with this motor and gearing were too much. Oh well. Luckily I've got a super rooster in a truck I don't run anymore. Thanks for the help Scoob. Man, with this motor and the gearing listed above this truck absolutely rips and will pull wheelies with a little help. I think it's faster than my stock E Maxx!!!

Nice. I'll have a super Rooster in mine pretty soon. I'm waiting on it to ship. I also ordered some 8-cell packs to play with :D I think I'm going to put my Speed Gems Titanite 15 turn in with 12/87 gearing and 8-cells, and run 14/87 on 6-cells. It should be pretty fast.

[kurrz]

Nice. I'll have a super Rooster in mine pretty soon. I'm waiting on it to ship. I also ordered some 8-cell packs to play with I think I'm going to put my Speed Gems Titanite 15 turn in with 12/87 gearing and 8-cells, and run 14/87 on 6-cells. It should be pretty fast.
That set up should be sick.

[Vato Loco]

My son's new ride I made him!
http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f266/CMHCMH/100_0321.jpg
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http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f266/CMHCMH/100_0310.jpg
Hope youz likes!

[justinspankey]

Awsome And its looks like it took a while to do.
Justin Clarke

[Vato Loco]

on and off 10 hrs

[justinspankey]

What tools did you make the parts with its sounds like a project i might have to make if you dont care i use your ideas. Also would plexi-Glass work.
Justin Clarke

[kurrz]

Nice truck and pics. What tires are those?

[Vato Loco]

All questions can be answered here: http://www.ultimaterc.com/forums/showthread.php?t=57998&page=1&pp=15

[Vato Loco]

Nice truck and pics. What tires are those?
Proline Moabs!

[kurrz]

That's what I thought. Man I want some. Thanks

[Eric Bryant]

As you can probably tell by its enormous size and old-school look, the stock ESC is not the best.


Yeah - I took my stock ESC apart and was not impressed by the internals. Go with a quality aftermarket ESC.

Over the weekend, I installed a spare HV-Maxx setup that I had sitting around, and threw together a 12-cell pack. Needless to say, the 'pede now flies. I wouldn't so much say that it has too much power, but rather that it does not have sufficient traction ;)

[kurrz]

[QUOTE]I wouldn't so much that it has too much power, but rather that it does not have sufficient traction[QUOTE]
That's what I was thinking. LOL

[scoob]

Hey guys,

I finished my other project early(Gravel Hound) and decided to put my Super Rooster in my Pede with an 8-cell pack and see what she'd do.

I decided to run a 21 turn Trinity Street spec motor to start with. That motor is currently in the Pede and I figured it would save my idler untill I can get my aluminum one in. I was wrong! I roasted the idler but not before having some fun. 8-cells really woke that motor up. Good wheelie power and acceleration and much more top speed. The most power I've run up untill today was my 19 turn Chameleon 2 on 6-cells. There was a decent power increase over that setup and for the first time my Pede was able to outrun my Jack Russell :D . He loves to chase my cars and this was the only one he could catch so it was his favorite. I think he's P.O.ed. ;)

I'm going to replace the Idler with aluminum and throw some serious horsepower in there in the next few days. Probably a 15 or 16 turn.

[scoob]

Well I blew a diff today with a 13 turn on 8-cells. It was worth it. :) Man it sure was fast! Geared 12/87. I had the diff locked down with shoo goo and apparently it came unlocked with the extra horsepower :D

[microrcdude]

just get a closed diff...no need for diffs with a ton of power

[Vato Loco]

new shell!
http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f266/CMHCMH/100_0331.jpg
http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f266/CMHCMH/100_0329.jpg
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[rigrishracer22B]

y did towers discontinue silverado bodys

[Vato Loco]

y did towers discontinue silverado bodys
They discontinued the pede silverado but this one fits pritty good!
http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXFHM4&P=ML
my truck has 12" wheel base whice is right on for this shell.

[stampede driver]

trippy pics every one this is my stampedehttp://viewmorepics.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=viewImage&friendID=11293413&imageID=442325789&Mytoken=B0460AB0-6D95-801B-13FED74F2A7D2F8343147989 hope u like it ps im redoing a new body 4 it ill keep everyone updated on what im doing with it

[T/Losi]

My step son has a Stampede and the rear shock is leaking. I'm going to put new seals in etc. but would weight oil would you recommend for it?

Cheers

[stampede driver]

30w works great

[Helgaiden]

I gave my stock stampede chassis to my little brother (his chassis cracked, worked fine but he got tired of the crack) so now my own stampede lay in shambles. I obtained a diamondplate chassis and the rear bolted on fine, but the front wouldnt bolt on worth my life. The front part where the steering servo goes had a gap in a way where the screws that hold the servo in place had nothing to screw into. Ill get some pictures up here soon.

Anyways, i was wondering if i can get a strong, durable, raceworthy (not all out racy, just raceworthy) chassis anywhere for cheap. Im looking <$50. The lower cost, the better. Im gonna be drilling up the stock a-arms to save weight and get the rpm carriers for a full set of ball bearings and hopefull make the truck more fun at the track while keeping its fun in the yard (some friends and i are making a large dirt track with doubles, triples, tabletops, etc in his backyard so fun for that too lol).

Anyone able to help?




Also: would a p94 15 turn on 6 cells wreck any parts of my diff? Just driving around in dirt and some street racing, eventually gonna be jumping at the track mentioned above.

[Helgaiden]

Just put a p2k motor in my lil bro's stampede...wow its as if this motor was made for the pede. Only problem was the lil bro stripped the stock pinion and we had to use a 19t pinion that was originally used with a 17turn speed gems. The top speed is nice and their is some torque, but i was wondering, what would be the best gearing running a p2k motor in the stampede?

Looking for decent torque and decent high speed as well. The lil bro is considering racing the pede a lil bit at some local places, nothing incredibly competitive. I was thinking 17t pinion, but what do you guys think?

[stampede driver]

:cool: well i have a 19 turn matrix motor in mine with a 84 t spur gear and a 18 t pinion and a tazer esc it dose wheelies off the line with out a wheelie bar cant tell u how fast never tested it

[kurrz]

Has anyone put a aluminum idler in there pede? If so did you leave the metal top drive gear in? If so have you had any radio problems? Thanks

[generis]

You Guys Have Some Wild Idias

[kurrz]

You Guys Have Some Wild Idias. What do you mean?

[Vato Loco]

My Rice Cripies give me wild ideas all the time;-)

[Eric Bryant]

Has anyone put a aluminum idler in there pede? If so did you leave the metal top drive gear in? If so have you had any radio problems? Thanks

The stock idler lasted about two runs with the hV-Maxx, so I replaced it with the aluminum part. I kept the metal top gear and have not yet had any radio problems (this is with the stock Traxxas AM radio). Obviously I'm running a brushless setup, and I'm not sure if that makes a difference.

I'm having a hard time understanding why metal-on-metal contact would cause a problem, especially considering that many other vehicles (such as 1/8 buggies and monster trucks) use metal geartrains. If there was a conductive path from a motor all the way through the gearbox, that'd be different, but the plastic spur provides isolation.

[Vato Loco]

Only time you have problem with all metal geared trany/radio problems if you don't put enough grease on the gears! All I know It does happen if you run dry! I think it has something to do with the warp drive also!LOL's

[Peterbilt]

No replies in here in 6 days now. You guys dissapoint me :p

I havent ran my Stampede...since...my last post in this thread (see page 12). My P2K2 Pro has stripped out mounts, so Im down to running with a 550 out of a boat. Great torque, not the greatest top end though. Run times are good.

I need to clean 'er up and take 'er out soon. She's beggin to be sent over my porta-jump a few times :D

[stampede driver]

i just got a humm vee urban body and i got a decal made on to vinal this is what my truck looks like right nowhttp://viewmorepics.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=viewImage&friendID=11293413&imageID=442325789&Mytoken=13B73BE1-A4E6-5EFC-2534E6740D0DE9BC25173784

[1stxrunner]

I am selling one of my pedes if anybody is interested let me know.

[Vato Loco]

I'm fix'n to build another rusty/pede 1/8th scale! This will be the fourth lexan project I've done. Going to power it with a Novak HV Maxx, FLM a arms, and maxx wheels and tires! Got some lexan cut already and need to order more. I'm going to take my time on this project.......Wife is complaining about how much I've spent already;-) I'll keep every one up to speed as I progress through the build up.............Got to go and start dinner for the family! Type soon Chris!

[Peterbilt]

Grrrr.

My uncle cleaned up my 'Pede while I was at school for my b-day, and apparently forgot to clean all the 'Armor All' feelin slime off of it, so now its a cat hair-dust magnet. Now I gotta pull all the electronics and spray this thing down....

Geez...Im locking my door next time.

[T/Losi]

My step son has a Stampede and really likes Lamborgini's. Would it be possible to put a lambo body on it?

Cheers

[Vato Loco]

most car bodys have a 10" wheel base! It will work you just have to come up with a way to mount it! The lamborgini shell will look small on the pede! Go for it!

[rc10mike]

Years ago RCCA did an article on modifying a Stampede to take huge jumps. Does anyone know what issue that was?

Also, can anyone reccomend gearing with a Neo 1/Sphere and Masher 2ks?
The motor is = to a 9 turn brushed.

[Vato Loco]

try this rig: http://www.ultimatetraxxas.com/stampede.html
40-50wt shock oil with mgt 7lb springs front and rear might help?

[SS Pede]

rc10mike - I think that was the issue that made me want to get a Stampede! They had a 2wd monster truck shootout. It was like in 1998 or something. Some guy had a stampede on like 10 cells and a 14T double or something. I don't remember what he did with the shocks but it must have had some serious damping if he had 10 cells strapped on! A friend just gave that issue to me before I had any hobby grade R/C. So yeah, 1998 I think and it had a picture of a Kyosho Hi-Rider (Vette body) on the cover. Unfortunately I don't have the issue with me right now, sorry.

[justinspankey]

ok guys i need to know something i know someone on here has to have done it before but putting the rear suspension arms in the front which length turnbuckles will i need and/or give me a link to a site or area in this forum where someone may have posted pictures of it done please and thank you guys
Justin Clarke

[Vato Loco]

I'm on it give a second!

[Vato Loco]

I can't find it but I have seen it done! Check here Because this is where I seen it just can't for the life of me remember the thread! http://www.ultimaterc.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=30
As fare as the turn buckles I just order the 84mm one an cut them down to fit easier some times when your not sure what size to use! Chris

[Vato Loco]

BTW: I made my own A-Arms>>>>>
http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f266/CMHCMH/th_100_0260.jpg (http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f266/CMHCMH/100_0260.jpg)

[SS Pede]

An update on SS5800 glitching...

For any of you who are involved with the SS5800 glitching saga with your Stampedes (I know you're out there):

I have strapped my antenna tube to the front body posts and punched a new hole for the tube to go through the body at the base of the windshield (stock body). I have been on one run so far and did not notice any glitching . At some point I will test some more at extra long range and see if anything happens. So....if you're struggling with glitching try mounting the antenna as far forward as possible! :)

[Vato Loco]

I had glitching way before I ever had gotten my ss5800! I just got a Airtonics mx-3 and they went far gar away! Oh the joys of a good fm radio!
The TQ radio stink! JMO

[justinspankey]

Does any one know the quality of the new towerhobbies speed secret 14t quad modified motor, is it any good worth buy or just crap

[Vato Loco]

Crap! JMO Get a Reedy 19t quad mag motor..........Next to a bl thats my fav. brushed motor.

[silver wolf]

Just get a P2K2Pro those are great motors

[kurrz]

Crap! JMO Get a Reedy 19t quad mag motor..........Next to a bl thats my fav. brushed motor.
I'll have to agree this motor rips in my Pede.

[justinspankey]

Hey i was checking on tower and the fireball motor and Is it any good Cuz i need something real cheap at the moment with good performance

[silver wolf]

The fireball motors are good motors for the price just dont run them over geard for a long period of time.

[justinspankey]

For the Reedy 19t quad mag motor What isthe difference between the the normally and dyno version which is cheaper so its not as good or what?

[Vato Loco]

Not much diff>to warrent the higher price.............JMO

[justinspankey]

for turn buckles i went with 96mm To be extra safe and they didnt fit bacause i added TL01 steering setup so the turnbuckles ar about 8mm to short on each on side so back to hobby shop me

[kurrz]

Does anyone know where to get the same brushes that come with the Reedy motor? Can't find them on tower. Or suggest some replacements that have the eyelets. Thanks

[Vato Loco]

check your lhs!

[kurrz]

check your lhs!
Actually I want the right ones. If I go there I'll wait just as long and pay double.

[kurrz]

And won't end up with what I want.

[silver wolf]

Does it matter, I use what ever I have on all my motors and I can’t tell the difference

[sunshine_monkey]

Hello,
I'm getting back into RC after a 10 year layoff. I just bought a TC4 RTR and I'm going to buy a Stampede RTR(no ESC) this week. I'm going to get some 3300mAh NiMH batteries or better. I'm sticking an AI Digital Super Reverse (from the TC4) in it and I was thinking of buying one of these http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXHUJ1&P=C chopping off the bullet connectors and putting on some Deans. I'm just looking to do some good old fashioned bashing and the Stampede looks great for that. I'm looking for good run times not insane speed. Is this adecent motor? What battery would you suggest? Gearing?

Thanks!

[Vato Loco]

the reedy quad mag 19t with a 16/87 gearing with GP 3300 or 3600 pack will give you tons of torque and some great speed. The deans are a good idea! the pede is a great basher!

[sunshine_monkey]

I was looking at these batteries http://www.all-battery.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=530 with Deans connectors of course. These are some of the upgrades I was looking at getting:

RPM R/C Products - Traxxas ESC Mounting Plate - Black
RPM R/C Products - Front Bearing Carriers for Traxxas Electric Rustler & Stampede
RPM R/C Products - Rear Bearing Carriers for Traxxas Electric Rustler & Stampede
RPM R/C Products - Sealed Gear Cover for Traxxas Electric Rustler & Stampede - Black
RPM R/C Products - Wide Front Bumper for Traxxas Rustler & Stampede - Black

Does the Stampede come with full bearings or just in the Trans.? What other upgrades should I get? Slipper Clutch? Shocks?

I really want to pull the trigger on this stuff tomorrow. Thanks again!

[Vato Loco]

I was looking at these batteries http://www.all-battery.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=530 with Deans connectors of course. These are some of the upgrades I was looking at getting:

RPM R/C Products - Traxxas ESC Mounting Plate - Black
RPM R/C Products - Front Bearing Carriers for Traxxas Electric Rustler & Stampede
RPM R/C Products - Rear Bearing Carriers for Traxxas Electric Rustler & Stampede
RPM R/C Products - Sealed Gear Cover for Traxxas Electric Rustler & Stampede - Black
RPM R/C Products - Wide Front Bumper for Traxxas Rustler & Stampede - Black

Does the Stampede come with full bearings or just in the Trans.? What other upgrades should I get? Slipper Clutch? Shocks?

I really want to pull the trigger on this stuff tomorrow. Thanks again!
only the trans. has bearings. the sealed gear box cover you don't really need the pede comes with one, the pede also has a slipper clutch, and the shocks when mod. out should do well for a little while. the mod that is most need next to the carriers is steering servo the traxxas on stinks and a alum idler gear! Try this site: http://www.misbehavin-rc.com/pit-lane/hopups/es-hopups_s.asp This will explain all nessary up grades you will need to improve your pede! also here too: www.ultimatetraxxas.com

[kurrz]

I was looking at these batteries http://www.all-battery.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=530 with Deans connectors of course. These are some of the upgrades I was looking at getting:

RPM R/C Products - Traxxas ESC Mounting Plate - Black
RPM R/C Products - Front Bearing Carriers for Traxxas Electric Rustler & Stampede
RPM R/C Products - Rear Bearing Carriers for Traxxas Electric Rustler & Stampede
RPM R/C Products - Sealed Gear Cover for Traxxas Electric Rustler & Stampede - Black
RPM R/C Products - Wide Front Bumper for Traxxas Rustler & Stampede - Black

Does the Stampede come with full bearings or just in the Trans.? What other upgrades should I get? Slipper Clutch? Shocks?

I really want to pull the trigger on this stuff tomorrow. Thanks again!
I'd be wary of those batteries. I had some other cells from that company that burnt up fast and did'nt hold a charge well. But I did get some powerizers though and they have great voltage and always charge over 3300 but need a little modification to fit the pede.

[justinspankey]

Hey Guys i was wondering Which ESC do you guys use because im in search of a new one i was looking at a the durtrax streak, 12t intellispeed and the associated runner plus .which of the the following would be the best? But i Would mainly like to know about the streak because its CHEAP! And its seams to have alot of good feature to itthank you guys in advanced
Justin Clarke

[Vato Loco]

I got my new shocks today!
http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f266/CMHCMH/100_0515.jpg
http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f266/CMHCMH/100_0514.jpg
http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f266/CMHCMH/100_0513.jpg
http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f266/CMHCMH/100_0511.jpg

[Vato Loco]

Hey Guys i was wondering Which ESC do you guys use because im in search of a new one i was looking at a the durtrax streak, 12t intellispeed and the associated runner plus .which of the the following would be the best? But i Would mainly like to know about the streak because its CHEAP! And its seams to have alot of good feature to itthank you guys in advanced
Justin Clarke
You get what you pay for! :rolleyes: i like the novaks stuff! If you can wait and save up get the GTB! That way you can go brushed or not! More bang for your buck! Brushless is going to be the future!

[justinspankey]

Would the stock ESC be Able to handle a Reedy Spec 19t Quad mag?

[SS Pede]

Would the stock ESC be Able to handle a Reedy Spec 19t Quad mag?
Yep, the XL-1 can handle down to 17t motors. With a 17t and 7 cells it gets a bit stressed though...

[Vato Loco]

Would the stock ESC be Able to handle a Reedy Spec 19t Quad mag?
Yes!

[justinspankey]

Hey Vato The new shocks Look amazing on there

[kurrz]

Would the stock ESC be Able to handle a Reedy Spec 19t Quad mag?
Just make sure to gear it properly. With 17/87 on the stock esc I burnt it up on seven cells.

[Vato Loco]

We took the trucks out to the track today! The shocks work real good! better than those old plastic ones I had! We're going to race them tomarrow night possibly. one of my chargers took a crap today leaving me only one charger! this will be a trick tomarrow!

[justinspankey]

I am in love with those shocks What shock oil weight did you use? i think that might be a sweet purchase

[Vato Loco]

They are stock right know, so I'm not sure what weight is in them? they came pre-built. There nice you get 8 shocks for $80.00. com paired to $60 for 4 big bores. plus these shocks are made for e maxx. the shocks are very heavy duty!
heres shot of my sons truck in action, my son didn't take much worthy pic's of mine in action.
http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f266/CMHCMH/100_0528.jpg
http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f266/CMHCMH/100_0527.jpg

[Vato Loco]

BTW: My sons truck is powered by the Reedy quad mag. Geared 16/18 for messing around but tomarrow I'll gear it 18/87 for thr race. He's only 9yrs old. he does very well.

[justinspankey]

Thats really cool tell your son I wish him luck for tomorrow, I wish I could race good but one day hopefully I'll be good

[justinspankey]

Why is it that the traxxas Spur gears for the stampede say that it has holes in it for 12 Diff Balls? Why would you need those for your spurgear setup or slipper clutch setup?

[kurrz]

I believe that when the truck was first released it had that set up. Then was upgraded to a slipper. Anyone else know?

[Vato Loco]

:p Hay Vatos! (thats Hay Dudes) We just got back from our first offical race with our home made Rusty/pedes! We ran in the mod class, There was only three trucks in that class us and this vato with a T4 Team Factory with all the bells and whistles. Now me and Ryan haven't raced before and we have had little to no practice with our rigs! There were two heats and one main....Three race ryan got two seconds and a third<he's a little bumed about this and his ego took it hard :( , but he did great for a soon to be 9yr old. Ryan held his own and raced real good! here are a few pic's from tonight!
http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f266/CMHCMH/100_0540.jpg
http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f266/CMHCMH/100_0546.jpg
http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f266/CMHCMH/100_0543.jpg
http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f266/CMHCMH/100_0541.jpg
http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f266/CMHCMH/100_0542.jpg
http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f266/CMHCMH/100_0536.jpg
http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f266/CMHCMH/100_0534.jpg
http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f266/CMHCMH/100_0533.jpg
He did real good! Ryan, Mom and Dad are real proud of you and keep up the hard work! ;) You'll get'um next time....................Dad

[kurrz]

Good job Ryan don't get discouraged and keep practicing.

[Vato Loco]

Why is it that the traxxas Spur gears for the stampede say that it has holes in it for 12 Diff Balls? Why would you need those for your spurgear setup or slipper clutch setup?
The spur balls are better than the stock sliper pegs! We use the diff balls a lot better. They don't wear down as fast and allow for a smoother more consistant power flow.

[justinspankey]

ok make sense now but it wouldnt really make the truck any faster would it?

[justinspankey]

and by the way nice pictures

[Vato Loco]

ok make sense now but it wouldnt really make the truck any faster would it?
Helps to keep you from tearing up your Tranny! Not faster but stronger!

[Vato Loco]

I'm calling out to all Electric RUSTY and PEDE owners in and around B&B hobbies LHS area! Who can make it out for the sat night races? Would any one be intrested in this type of race class?
* Only Rustler and pede together Race.
* No Motor limit(Bring what you have)
* Only SUT and Truck shells no Stadiums or Buggy bodys.
* Only Masher 2000 ,Moab tires or any AT tire no pin spikes.
* 5 min race.
Would anyone or can anyone make it to this type off race? I posted the shops web site: www.bandbhobbies.com let me know here or on that forum! I'm sure Dave(LHS Owner) will let us run if there is mor than 3 trucks!
the races are every 1st and 3rd saturday nite of the month.
My son and I had fun racing Our Rusty/pede rigs and thought It would be more fun to have an all traxxas class! One race a month should be good?

[justinspankey]

the following motor are they good
http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXLXT7&P=7
http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXDDA1&P=7
Thanks you guys for the info so far and thank you again for this new question

Jusitn Clarke

[Vato Loco]

Justin are u planing to race stock class? if not a don't limit your self! Now a good motor I have great luck with is the reedy 19t quad mag. motor plenty off torque. Of all the brushed motors out there thats my fav.

[justinspankey]

ok yeah i am planning on racing eventually but for now im just trying to find sometihng that would have some good power and and be cheap becuase up north in canada the reedy spec quad mag is 59.99 with out the dumb 15% tax on it so its bit pricy

[justinspankey]

Hey i was just looking around at the brushless setups is the supersport 8.5 anygood or would paying a little more and getting a 6.5 or 7.5 be better and if i were to follow the brushless path what would i need to make my transmission bulletproof.

[Vato Loco]

ok yeah i am planning on racing eventually but for now im just trying to find sometihng that would have some good power and and be cheap becuase up north in canada the reedy spec quad mag is 59.99 with out the dumb 15% tax on it so its bit pricy
$59.99 for a $36.00 motor? That's ordering it from tower? Get the hell out of Canada! But all in all that's still a great motor! As for the inflation of the brushed motor's are! I'd hate to see the the total of a $230 novak BL system! $1,000,000.00 plus 15%! :eek:

[Vato Loco]

Hey i was just looking around at the brushless setups is the supersport 8.5 anygood or would paying a little more and getting a 6.5 or 7.5 be better and if i were to follow the brushless path what would i need to make my transmission bulletproof.
I have the ss5800, All i'd did was to have a alum. idler gear! Has held up great just make sure you have your slipper clutch adjusted right! Again as Canada's prices go! Stick with brushed for now!

[justinspankey]

yeah the brushless setups are all 299.99 with out the tax but the hv-maxx is 389.99 so in other words im really considering ordering a brushless setup from towerhobbies becuase less matenince and faster longer run times would be awsome for me. and way cheaper price

[justinspankey]

Is there a 12 turn novak brushless system?

[Vato Loco]

not sure?

[justinspankey]

a guy on a local forum is selling one but im not sure if there is a 12t setup like that

[Vato Loco]

Now I have the novak SS5800 with the new end bell and improved rotor! My sons truck is powered by the reedy 19t! I found the ss5800 is only slighty faster than the 19t. Now the novak is geared 18/84 which novak recomends for the rusty! my sons is geared 16 or 18/84. there is not that much speed diffrence! but the SS has way more torqe than the 19t.
that 12t sounds to me as the SS5800 bl system. ask him for a pic! before you by! also check with novak! they have reconditioned ones for sale with a warrenty! that would be better!

[justinspankey]

yeah i just cheacked tower and i can buy a brand new ss5800 system for the same price so i dunno. but vato when you cut your lexan which blades did you use for you tools cause im cutting plexiglas with a jigsaw and its just fuzing back togather after wards i think i might use table saw but the blade i have are for wood so if what i beleive is right the plexiglas will just chip right up a lot

[chevythunder]

Hmmm, what ever happened to the basis of this thread? Anyways, here is my E-Pede with the hop ups I have installed.

http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d29/Chevy355Thunder/truck3.jpg

Truck came as RTR with bearings in the tranny
Duratrax axle bearings
Team Orion Method R SV2 19x2 motor
RPM wide front bumper added after this pic was taken
Aluminum idler gear
Turnbuckle camber links
Du-Bro EZ ball rod ends
Team Losi Competition grade shock oil
T-Maxx soft rear springs
Futaba servo
Aluminum shock caps
Glued & aired tires
Novak Super Rooster (soon to by XL-10 for fun)

[silver wolf]

nice truck
your right about what happened to the basis of this thread.
if you have to ask me what i mean then you dont understand.

[Vato Loco]

yeah i just cheacked tower and i can buy a brand new ss5800 system for the same price so i dunno. but vato when you cut your lexan which blades did you use for you tools cause im cutting plexiglas with a jigsaw and its just fuzing back togather after wards i think i might use table saw but the blade i have are for wood so if what i beleive is right the plexiglas will just chip right up a lot
You can't use plexi for rc projects to brittle> Polycarbonate! or Lexan thats what you use! But to cut plastics first you need a carbide tiped blade and cut sloooooooooooooow! if it's melting your cutting to fast! i did and artical on cutting plastic: http://www.ultimaterc.com/forums/showthread.php?t=57998 cutting plexi is the same as cutting lexan!

[justinspankey]

ok thanks alot, by the way chevythunder nice pede

[chevythunder]

Thank you. That pic was taken after a bash run in the mud.

[glacierangel]

I just finished reading this WHOLE thread :p
it took long enough :)
I just ordered a stampede and i should get it soon. cant wait! :)

[glacierangel]

is it normal for the engine to get very hot after about 10-15 of driving fast on pavement? completely stock stampede...

[silver wolf]

it all depends on the gearing you have

[Vato Loco]

yes they get hot! replace the stock pinion.....Go down 2 teeth! or go up two on your spur gear! eather way you want to go! Remember to let your motor cool between packs!

[glacierangel]

ok... but will the engine be fine?

[fastrc]

it might burn up... my stampede did the day after i got it from running it too hot

[glacierangel]

hmmm, i guess ill just let it rest every once in a while for now.

[Vato Loco]

My rule is run for no more than 10min then shut down and let the motor cool off! you can also gear down! get a lower pinion! your truck won't be as fast but run time will go up and the motor will stay cooler!

[glacierangel]

How do you gear down? i tried to figure it out but got confused... :(

[chevythunder]

is it normal for the engine to get very hot after about 10-15 of driving fast on pavement? completely stock stampede...


If it is a completely stock E-Pede, you really shouldn't have anything to worry about. I am reletively new to hobby class RC but I have done extensive reading and trial and error with my own truck and I have gathered that the stock Stinger 20T motor runs hot anyways.

I have ran 4100mAh Ni-MH batteries through mine with 25 minute run times and melted the sticker on the Stinger can and the motor just keeps going. Not saying that is good for it but it will hold up to lot's of abuse.

I say run your batteries dry and have fun. Upgrade later down the road to mild modified rebuildable motors. While the Stinger is better than average stock type motor, it's still a throw away motor.

[Vato Loco]

Wide pede/rusty conversion
http://www.ultimaterc.com/forums/showthread.php?t=57998&page=4&pp=15

[glacierangel]

can someone post what they think are the best stampede engines under $40?
having trouble with my :confused: motor? :confused: take a look at my post in electric forum plz. :D

[chevythunder]

Hmmm, what ever happened to the basis of this thread? Anyways, here is my E-Pede with the hop ups I have installed.

Truck came as RTR with bearings in the tranny
Duratrax axle bearings
Team Orion Method R SV2 19x2 motor
RPM wide front bumper added after this pic was taken
Aluminum idler gear
Turnbuckle camber links
Du-Bro EZ ball rod ends
Team Losi Competition grade shock oil
T-Maxx soft rear springs
Futaba servo
Aluminum shock caps
Glued & aired tires
Novak Super Rooster (soon to by XL-10 for fun)

Installed some upgrades over the last few days as the weather was not "bashing condusive".

Home made shock socks using the fingers from latex medical gloves.
RPM rear bearing carriers with bigger BB's.
Lowered front body mount posts
Removed heatsinks from ESC and cleaned the factory thermal compound and reassembled using Ceramique TIM ( thermal paste used to mount heatsinks onto computer processors)

New tires and rims are slated to go on by the weekend. I also bought an FM radio and reciever from the neighbor that will be going in.

http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d29/Chevy355Thunder/IM000584.jpg

http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d29/Chevy355Thunder/IM000586.jpg

http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d29/Chevy355Thunder/IM000588.jpg

[chevythunder]

Just got some Evader ST rear aluminum shocks by Duratrax with yellow medium springs. A little sloppy in the mounts but that can be fixed. I wasn't sure if these were going to fit.

http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d29/Chevy355Thunder/IM000591.jpg

After installing them and saw they fit pretty well. I had a hairbrained idea and did this.

http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d29/Chevy355Thunder/IM000592.jpg

http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d29/Chevy355Thunder/IM000593.jpg

I wasn't sure how this was going to handle so I charged up a racing pack and hit the back yard. Turned out to be pretty well. I bought the aluminum shocks pre-assembled with no indication of piston hole count or oil weight. Other than the spring weight being medium I know nothing about them. The black shocks I paired them up with are stock rear StampedeTraxxas XX-Long Ultras with aluminum caps, 1 hole pistons, 20w Team Losi shock oil, and E-Maxx soft red springs.

I know for one thing it stiffened the rear end up and traction suffered in the grass. On the pavement it did pretty well. Landed off 3 and 4 foot jumps nicely. It actually helped the turning pretty well too. Stampede's have a tendancy to understeer under full hammer.

All in all, for where I play, it seems to work out okay for me.

[Vato Loco]

I got the new RPM revolvers!
http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f266/CMHCMH/100_0751.jpg
http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f266/CMHCMH/100_0750.jpg
http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f266/CMHCMH/100_0749.jpg
http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f266/CMHCMH/100_0748.jpg

[chevythunder]

Nice looking wheels

[Vato Loco]

Here's some action shots taken by my nine year old son!
http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f266/CMHCMH/100_0754.jpg
http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f266/CMHCMH/100_0769.jpg
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http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f266/CMHCMH/100_0761.jpg

[Vato Loco]

http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f266/CMHCMH/100_0766.jpg
http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f266/CMHCMH/100_0755.jpg
http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f266/CMHCMH/100_0756.jpg
http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f266/CMHCMH/100_0762.jpg

[justinspankey]

man i love ur rusty/pede so much and those wheels are really really nice

[Vato Loco]

Thanks! I try to keep a scale look to it!

[justinspankey]

ok are the maxx diff output yokes the same size as the pede output yokes and if not would the pede yokes be able link up to a maxx axle?
Justin Clarke

[Vato Loco]

I have no Idea? I would stick with the stock drive line! Every time I change the drive line a whole new set of problems crop up. I had CVD's, Steel output yokes and stock set up. and for the money the stock set up has worked the best for me! Just stick with the stock set up and buy a fist full of plastic yokes and a few drive lines. Their cheap and easy to fix and replace.JMO

[fastrc]

Does anyone know what a good diff oil wt is for the stampede? I am mainly a basher but I race too and I wanted to thicken the diff action some but not too much. I have never used diff oil so any suggestions from fellow stampede racers would be helpful.

[Vato Loco]

Heavy duty lithum axle grease! The stuff u use in 1:1 cars and trucks. This stuff has worked great for me! Just open up the cover to the planet and sun gears put a glob on your fingers and fill the whole case up. put the cover back on squeezing out any over flow and put some in the gear case to this stuff works great!

[mikestoys]

ok are the maxx diff output yokes the same size as the pede output yokes and if not would the pede yokes be able link up to a maxx axle?
Justin Clarke

totally diff sizes... i just picked up a set of maxx yokes and sliders to use on my crawler, and it looks like i have to trim down the yokes a bit as they are big on the stampede tranny... i might use the revo sliders instead as they look a bit smaller and closer to scale of the pede ones...

[mikestoys]

I have been away for a while as I got into RC rock crawling, but took my long travel pede with me out to the so cali desert on my last offroad trip... one of my buddies caught these pics for me...

http://www.8x10proofs.com/Hobby/Barstow_051206-2792a.jpg

http://www.8x10proofs.com/Hobby/Barstow_051206-2795a.jpg

[Vato Loco]

Nice!

[justinspankey]

totally diff sizes... i just picked up a set of maxx yokes and sliders to use on my crawler, and it looks like i have to trim down the yokes a bit as they are big on the stampede tranny... i might use the revo sliders instead as they look a bit smaller and closer to scale of the pede ones...

Thank for telling me but do tell me how that works out and awsome pictures by the way
Justin Clarke

[mikestoys]

Thank for telling me but do tell me how that works out and awsome pictures by the way
Justin Clarke

thanks! i was workin on the sliders this morning and i would have to extend my wheelbase by at least a couple inches for these NOT to be overkill, so i might wait until i build a second crawler...

[justinspankey]

ok do they sell a differential spool to lock the rear wheels or would the maxx one fit if so tha would work perfectly for me

[SS Pede]

There's no spool available for the Stampede, but you could still lock your diff with a bit of creativity. I think some people use JB Weld. Or epoxy or whatever.