Traxxas Rustler/Bandit

[Vato Loco]

hehe my dad was pretty mad b/c i was bashing around on my patio and hit on of his solar walkway lights and broke it clean off at the ground. o well he has spares. it was my moms fault her plant was blocking my view. :)
Oh Mr. Frodo, tisk tisk:eek:
As I see it as a Dad myself........ You Got OFFFFF EASY! :rolleyes: Stay Out Of The Planters Mr. Frodo.... :D LOL

[Vato Loco]

My motor, esc, and battery also run really hot, I think it's because my pinion is a 30t and my spur is a 75t
30T :eek: That will do it! Try a your runing around 6.00? gear ratio. start at 21/78=10:10 Gear ratio and go down from there! :D

[Vato Loco]

are epic 12 turns any good?
(JMO)I Got a good Motor for you if your intrested! Real Torquie! :D Now don't let the # of turn fool you, but this motor will help you pull wheelies! and is very fast! :eek: Reedy 19T SPEC Quad Mag. Motor KICKS A$$!(JMO)'s :eek:

[RCfrodoRC]

Oh Mr. Frodo, tisk tisk:eek:
As I see it as a Dad myself........ You Got OFFFFF EASY! :rolleyes: Stay Out Of The Planters Mr. Frodo.... :D LOL
The way i see it he should have known it would happen when i got my truck going since he just put the lights in like 2 weeks ago and my truck wasn't running. But like i said he had spares. :p

[RCfroman]

(JMO)I Got a good Motor for you if your intrested! Real Torquie! :D Now don't let the # of turn fool you, but this motor will help you pull wheelies! and is very fast! :eek: Reedy 19T SPEC Quad Mag. Motor KICKS A$$!(JMO)'s :eek:
Yeah, I'm interested. How much does it cost? I just got some money in from ebay and I've been looking for a new motor to replace my stock.

[RCfrodoRC]

yeah i want a different motor too and have been looking for one that works good with my stock esc. any suggestions

[Vato Loco]

http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXFBH5&P=ML
This is a Great Motor! But having great Batterys like 3300nimhs makes the motor better!
Rule of thumb!
(RACING)12x2/3 to 17x2/3 motors are good for hard packed smooth surface(Clay and Asphalt) TRACKS with fewer turns! They will run cooler on these surfaces and are made for these surfaces. put them in Grass, Sand, and your moms flower beds. they will get hot!These motors wind out slower but are faster but have less torque!
(Bashing and Racing)17x1 to 27x1 motor are good for soft surfaces like grass, sand, and your Moms flower beds. they will run cooler and faster than 2 and 3 wind motors in the same surface. Also great for all surfaces of tracks with lot of turns and jumps and tighter streighways. These motors wind out faster but are a tad slower but have tons of torque!
Hope this helped!

[RCfroman]

Cool, thanks. Hey, for an alum. idler gear do I need to get the 30 tooth if I'm gonna get that motor?

[RCfroman]

There is this place that my dad and I go that has some awesome jumps where we can get some huge air, but the air would be even bigger if we could get our tires to grip better. The dirt is loose and there is a big hill going into the jumps.My dad has a Rustler and I have a Bandit. Any suggestions?

p.s. I'll have some pictures of the place soon, so I'll be able show it to you guys.

[Vato Loco]

Cool, thanks. Hey, for an alum. idler gear do I need to get the 30 tooth if I'm gonna get that motor?
Yep this:
http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&W=000367051&I=LXJJ94&P=K

[Vato Loco]

There is this place that my dad and I go that has some awesome jumps where we can get some huge air, but the air would be even bigger if we could get our tires to grip better. The dirt is loose and there is a big hill going into the jumps.My dad has a Rustler and I have a Bandit. Any suggestions?

p.s. I'll have some pictures of the place soon, so I'll be able show it to you guys.
Suggestion on What? The 19T I mentioned with 3300nimh's would be nice!

[RCfroman]

Suggestion on What? The 19T I mentioned with 3300nimh's would be nice!
Suggestions on tires.

[RCfrodoRC]

http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXFBH5&P=ML
This is a Great Motor! But having great Batterys like 3300nimhs makes the motor better!
Rule of thumb!
(RACING)12x2/3 to 17x2/3 motors are good for hard packed smooth surface(Clay and Asphalt) TRACKS with fewer turns! They will run cooler on these surfaces and are made for these surfaces. put them in Grass, Sand, and your moms flower beds. they will get hot!These motors wind out slower but are faster but have less torque!
(Bashing and Racing)17x1 to 27x1 motor are good for soft surfaces like grass, sand, and your Moms flower beds. they will run cooler and faster than 2 and 3 wind motors in the same surface. Also great for all surfaces of tracks with lot of turns and jumps and tighter streighways. These motors wind out faster but are a tad slower but have tons of torque!
Hope this helped!are the underlined things ment towards me b/c i almost took out more lights a little bit ago

[Vato Loco]

are the underlined things ment towards me b/c i almost took out more lights a little bit ago
Yup!Your screen names are so close together I Get you and confused :confused: Mr.froman mixed up :confused:Froman we need to change you to Mr.Baggens :D

[Vato Loco]

Suggestions on tires.
Let me look around? I'll see what can find! :eek:

[RCfrodoRC]

Yup!Your screen names are so close together I Get you and confused :confused: Mr.froman mixed up :confused:Froman we need to change you to Mr.Baggens :D
yep i totally agree

[RCfroman]

I couldn't think of any other name... I like rc cars and I have a fro. RCfrodo... RCfroman... Yeah that is kind of confusing isn't it.

[RCfroman]

are the underlined things ment towards me b/c i almost took out more lights a little bit ago
Ok, so how many lights is that now? :)

[RCfroman]

When I get that Reedy motor I have to get these too right? http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXTJ21&P=M

[RCfroman]

I need some help, I want to put this body on my Bandit but I don't know what it is. I'm gonna put it on after I get some Rustler front body mounts. Please help me find out what it is! Here's the pic.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=5989112749&sspagename=ADME%3AL%3ARTQ%3AUS%3A1&rd=1

[RCfrodoRC]

Ok, so how many lights is that now? :)
one broken but i hit like 2 today and had alot of close calls but just one broke... for now

[Vato Loco]

When I get that Reedy motor I have to get these too right? http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXTJ21&P=M
No, not really! Can you solder the leads your self? If not then you can use the pre made leads.... :D

[Vato Loco]

I need some help, I want to put this body on my Bandit but I don't know what it is. I'm gonna put it on after I get some Rustler front body mounts. Please help me find out what it is! Here's the pic.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=5989112749&sspagename=ADME%3AL%3ARTQ%3AUS%3A1&rd=1
It's this http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXNZ44&P=7

[Vato Loco]

one broken but i hit like 2 today and had alot of close calls but just one broke... for now
Man your looking for a whole truck load of trouble to be delivered on your door step! Don't cry when your special order gets delivered :eek: !

[Vato Loco]

Suggestions on tires.
I gave it some thought! The buggy tire selection out there stinks! But I may have a solution to your problem so bear with me............
http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXDT92&P=7
This is a 2.2 tire I use on my rusty for hard core soft surface tire! Now I would use a Nitro rustler rear rim http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXJJ86&P=ML on your bandit! Now the tire is a 2.2 but its a low profile so it shouldn't be that over grown looking! also the rear wheels will stick out a bit, but the function will suit your needs(JMO) :eek:

[RCfrodoRC]

Man your looking for a whole truck load of trouble to be delivered on your door step! Don't cry when your special order gets delivered :eek: !
nope my dad can't take me i would give him a whopping. lol j/k. i'm careful about the lights but there are so many plants and bushes that it's hard to see some of them. but i have money to replace them if i break all them and he runs out of spares. :D

[microrcdude]

the old plant blocking the view excuse.....i used that once or twice myself.

[RCfrodoRC]

i'm serious i always ramp of my patio and then drive back up on to it and hit stupid lights b/c all my moms stupid plants.

[RCfroman]

I gave it some thought! The buggy tire selection out there stinks! But I may have a solution to your problem so bear with me............
http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXDT92&P=7
This is a 2.2 tire I use on my rusty for hard core soft surface tire! Now I would use a Nitro rustler rear rim http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXJJ86&P=ML on your bandit! Now the tire is a 2.2 but its a low profile so it shouldn't be that over grown looking! also the rear wheels will stick out a bit, but the function will suit your needs(JMO) :eek:
Cool, that sounds good to me! :D

[RCfroman]

I gave it some thought! The buggy tire selection out there stinks! But I may have a solution to your problem so bear with me............
http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXDT92&P=7
This is a 2.2 tire I use on my rusty for hard core soft surface tire! Now I would use a Nitro rustler rear rim http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXJJ86&P=ML on your bandit! Now the tire is a 2.2 but its a low profile so it shouldn't be that over grown looking! also the rear wheels will stick out a bit, but the function will suit your needs(JMO) :eek:
Yeah, no kidding about the buggy tire selection, I've been trying to look for buggy tires but couldn't find any for soft dirt. It looked like they only had them for trucks but I didn't know what to get. Thanks!

[dolphinchamp32]

A bandit is a bad competitor to the B3 or even a rustler. It is way too heavy, way too long, and was built off the same chassis and components of a rustler. Traxxas thought they had a great truck with the Rustler, so why not make it a buggy too. Thats how they came out with the bandit. (Hence my Name, but now I have a rusty) Traxxas needs to seriously redesign their bandit, it was poorly desinged for racing in my opinion. No offence traxxas, your rustler rules though!!:D

HEY MY NAME IS DJ IM 13 AND NEW TO RACING I HAVE A TRAXXAS RUSTLER AND I HAVE HAD IT FOR THE PAST YEAR AND IT IS MY FAVORITE CAR THAT I HAVE BUT ONE DAY I WAS RUNING IT AND IT STALED I CHARGED THE BATTERY AGAIN AND WHEN I RAN IT IT WOULD GO IN REVERSE WHEN IT WAS SAPOSE TO GO FORWARD AND WHEN IT DID SO IT RAN VERY PORLY CAN ANY OF YOU GUYS HELP ME OUT OR POINT ME IN THE RIGHT DIRECTION???? THANKS!

[RCfrodoRC]

mine did that too so i changed the ch. 2 throtle switch on the bottom of the controler and it worked for me.

[RCfroman]

HEY MY NAME IS DJ IM 13 AND NEW TO RACING I HAVE A TRAXXAS RUSTLER AND I HAVE HAD IT FOR THE PAST YEAR AND IT IS MY FAVORITE CAR THAT I HAVE BUT ONE DAY I WAS RUNING IT AND IT STALED I CHARGED THE BATTERY AGAIN AND WHEN I RAN IT IT WOULD GO IN REVERSE WHEN IT WAS SAPOSE TO GO FORWARD AND WHEN IT DID SO IT RAN VERY PORLY CAN ANY OF YOU GUYS HELP ME OUT OR POINT ME IN THE RIGHT DIRECTION???? THANKS!
What do you have on your rustler?

[RCfroman]

What type of ramp should I make if I want to get big air. Which types would be the best?

[RCfrodoRC]

i use i pastic skateboard ramp and if i want more air i put wood extending from that to make it bigger, i think that ramps that are curved launch you better than ones that are flat. (jmo)

[RCfroman]

I'm going to put rustler front and rear suspension arms on my bandit 'cause I want to give it more clearance. Do I need anything else for the arms besides longer tierods?

[RCfrodoRC]

dang i forget what there called but i think you need the things that connect to the top of the bearing carrier and shock towers. the little plastic bar. i think you need that but i'm not sure.

[Vato Loco]

I'm going to put rustler front and rear suspension arms on my bandit 'cause I want to give it more clearance. Do I need anything else for the arms besides longer tierods?
O.K. Bare with me on this:Check your Manual! :D
1-#3760 Ultra Shocks(Long)$18.00 or#2660 Big Bore shocks(Long)$34.00
1-#3762 Ultra Shocks(xx-long)$18.00 or#2662 Big Bore shocks(xx-long)$34.00
1-#3139 62mm Turnbuckles $2.00
1-#1937 54mm Turnbuckles $2.00
1-#2335 72mm Turnbuckles $2.00
1-#1942 Rod Ends/Ball connectors $7.00
1-#3631 Front A Arms $8.00
1or2?-#3739 screw pin set for rustler $4.50 (LET ME CHECK ON THIS?)
1-3635 Rear A Arms $10.00
1-#3672 Rear chrome rims $6.00
1-#3673 Front chrome rims $6.00
And while your at it add this!
1-2640 44mm suspension pins $2.50
1-2532x Graphite tie bar $6.00
That should do it for a bandit to rustler conversion! I went with retail prices, Mail order will be Cheaper! :D

[Vato Loco]

Part #3739 you will only need one pack not 2!

[RCfrodoRC]

wow u put a lot of time in to that, man your a nice guy to do all that for someone else.

[RCfroman]

Yeah, no kidding! Hey, thanks for putting that together for me!

[Vato Loco]

thanx...wwjd

[RCfrodoRC]

thanx...wwjd
huh, whats that mean

[microrcdude]

WWJD: What would Jesus Do? or What would jesus drive? or what would jesus drift?

[RCfrodoRC]

i thought it was what would jesus do but i wasn't sure.

[microrcdude]

it can mean alot

[RCfrodoRC]

hey guys what would be a good bl system for the rustler

[Vato Loco]

ss5800.....Anything more and it's Overkill! I Like my SS5800 :D But it's hard on the drive train! :eek:

[microrcdude]

another good system is the 4300 SS. Probably the best bang for the buck, and its pretty easy on the drivetrain

[RCfrodoRC]

do they have them on tower

[Vato Loco]

Tower does have them! you won't need the ss4300 because the ss5800 does have a govener switch on it. It limits the motor down to the ss4300's speed. The SS5800 is around $225 at tower. Make sure you have GOOD batts and gear it 18/84! Like 3300nimhs anything else the motor/esc won't do as good! My bl on the rusty with gp3300nimh batts is kicking around 35mph. I heard 7 cell brings it to 40mph! 35mph is fast enough for me and the drive train!

[RCfrodoRC]

yeah i kno what you mean but i might have to wait until i get more money to get a bl system.

[Vato Loco]

If money is tight and speed and torque is what you want! You might want to try this until you have the cash for a BL system.
http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXFBH5&P=7
I have used this motor for a long time my sons truck still has this motor! If you gear it 20/87 and use 6c/3300nimh batts it's only 5mph slower than the bl system. It wheelies real gooooood!

[RCfrodoRC]

oooo looks nice and i like that price tag better, would that work with my stock esc for now b/c i plan to get a better one in the future, but not now.

[yeti73]

Does anyone have an extra Rustler/Bandit tranny they'd want to sell?

[Vato Loco]

oooo looks nice and i like that price tag better, would that work with my stock esc for now b/c i plan to get a better one in the future, but not now.
Yes, it will work with your stock ESC! Your stock esc will go down to 17T:D If you plan to get a new esc down the road........Just save up for the SS5800 it's almost the same prices as getting a Novak Super rooster and modified motor! :D If you can swing it get these to:
http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXEX75&P=7
http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXZF22&P=7
http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LX2760&P=7
These will help to quiet your trans. and work smoother :D :D

[RCfrodoRC]

yeah i kno but it might be awhile untill i get enough money so i might get that motor and keep my esc for awhile.

[RCfroman]

I just got some T-maxx shocks and put them on my Bandit(which is now a rustler since I finished converting it)and it gave me about 2 3/4" of lift. I'll have a picture of my car sooner or later once I'm done with it.

[microrcdude]

thats crazy.....great ride height for a bandit/rustler

[RCfroman]

I wonder if I could put some really really big shocks on it... Like HPI Savage shocks... It's a thought.

[RCfrodoRC]

idk why you would want savage shocks on it.

[Vato Loco]

you can change your ride hight by changing your shock mounting holes on the towers! I made new shock towers front and rear! But you can buy after market towers that will do it to!

[RCfrodoRC]

i like the ride height mine is at now. b/c i mostly bash and race with my cousin and stuff like that. i don't get stuck much and if id i can usually get out by backing up and going forward until I get off.

[Mini-Z man]

will these springs fit my stock rustlers suspension? what are the stock dimensions?

http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LR0245&P=DS

[Mini-Z man]

will these springs fit my stock rustlers suspension? what are the stock dimensions?

http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LR0245&P=DS


forgot to ask, are the front and rear springs the same size?

[Vato Loco]

Yes if they will fit. I know with out a doubt because I use them that Losi springs work great they are the same size as traxxas springs!

[Vato Loco]

2.0" for the front. 2.5" for the rear.

[rustler 2x4]

Ride height on the rustler is going to be harder to adjust, especially with the stock shocks.

[Vato Loco]

Not really, I use them and haven't encountered any problems.

[Mini-Z man]

How about assocaited rc10 springs?
front (http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LX2888&P=DS)
rear (http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LX2890&P=M)


I think evaders ST springs should work perfectly because the evader is basically a losi xxt.
evader st rear springs (http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXAMV4&P=DS)

Anyone know of cheap suspension upgrades? what do you guys usually upgrade to?


Does anyone know of an alternative to a traxxas locking differential? maybe duratrax evader ball diff? I can't see myself spending $50 on an upgrade like that..

[dalejrfan8]

If you want to lock your diff then put some silly puddy or jb weld in it.

[microrcdude]

Associated srings dont work, weve tried, and they are super tight on the shock bodies. Losi springs work great though

[RCfroman]

Anyone know of a good place to buy single 3300 cells? I'm going to make a 7 cell pack to go with my reedy 19t quad.

[dalejrfan8]

maxamps.com They have single cells for $7.

[Vato Loco]

Anyone know of a good place to buy single 3300 cells? I'm going to make a 7 cell pack to go with my reedy 19t quad.
How you likin the Quad? 7Cell 3300 are going to kick butt! :D Get wheeelie barrrrrrrrr. :eek: also keep up on changing the brushes! :D

[microrcdude]

Frodo, you got some "enduro" style brushes right?

i cant imagine a 7 cell 3300 on a quad.

[hokieman1990]

Ok so i have a bandit and its been working fine but today i took it out and it ran pretty good for a while then it just stopped. I took it apart and found nothing wrong. For some reason the motor turn and works but the wheels don't spin at all. I don't know to much about my car. Could some one please tell me what's wrong and what I need to do or buy to fix it. Thanks a lot.

[Vato Loco]

Ok so i have a bandit and its been working fine but today i took it out and it ran pretty good for a while then it just stopped. I took it apart and found nothing wrong. For some reason the motor turn and works but the wheels don't spin at all. I don't know to much about my car. Could some one please tell me what's wrong and what I need to do or buy to fix it. Thanks a lot.
O.K. I need some more info?
1. What were you doing before all went wrong?
2. How far have you gone in disassembly?
3. When you apply throttle to the motor what spins and what don't?
4. Have you checked you slipper clutch? That might be Loose, tighten it to make sure? As the slipper pegs wear out the slipper becomes looser so tightening it every so often is nessary! By Adding A@E diff balls in place of the pegs will stop this from happening so often!
5. If it don't work still, then check your Idler,Main Planet, and planet Gears?
:D
It sounds most likely the slipper clutch is loose? If not It might be the Idler/main planet striped? :confused:
Hope this helps!

[RCfroman]

Ok so i have a bandit and its been working fine but today i took it out and it ran pretty good for a while then it just stopped. I took it apart and found nothing wrong. For some reason the motor turn and works but the wheels don't spin at all. I don't know to much about my car. Could some one please tell me what's wrong and what I need to do or buy to fix it. Thanks a lot.
Does it make a high pitched whirring sound when you apply the throttle?

[RCfroman]

How you likin the Quad? 7Cell 3300 are going to kick butt! :D Get wheeelie barrrrrrrrr. :eek: also keep up on changing the brushes! :D
I'm loving the quad! It's a sweet little motor! I've just got to get the single cell 3300's so I can make a 7 cell. Yeah there's no doubt I'll have to get a wheelie bar once I do that. :D

[hokieman1990]

yeah it makes a pretty high pitched noised and I can see the 2 gears spining behind the dust cover but i dont know whats wrong

[Vato Loco]

yeah it makes a pretty high pitched noised and I can see the 2 gears spining behind the dust cover but i dont know whats wrong
It's your slipper clutch! Tighten it! Follow your manual that you got with the car :D

[microrcdude]

tighten up the bolt on the end of the shaft. Its real easy, turn till its snug

[hokieman1990]

ok so i tightened the slipper clutch like u guys said and it still does the same problem. The Motor runs and turns but the wheels don't move. At times the wheels turn just a little bit you can barely notice. It looks like their trying to move but they won't. I don't know what to do. Please give me some more suggestions about what I should do. If not im just gonna take it into the shop. Thanks a lot.

[RCfroman]

it's probably your idler gear, if it's stripped try and get an alum. one.

[RCfrodoRC]

yeah it's probably the idler i had that happen to me before.

[microrcdude]

Yeah, the idlers dont last long at all. Try to find an aftermakeret one(i think PRP used to make one), and they will last much longer

[Vato Loco]

Now we know it's not the spur gear. If you have the manual for your bandit. Start on page 8 and (Disasemble)work backward from there to step a-9 and stop! Then start to rebuild from page 3. Replace the main planet gear 2381.Why replace that gear? Sometimes when you strip the Idler the damage can be on the main planet to! So while you have it apart do both gears. then in step A-13 put Alum Idler #1996x: http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/WTI0095P?FVSEARCH=1996x&FVPROFIL=++
in place of the plastic gear! If you follow the instructions in the manual is really simple! Remember this isn't rocket science? Or is it?

[bullett1818]

Aight I need Reccomendations for my Rusty. It's been sitting a couple years not running and it's time to resurrect it. I've gotten motor,esc,and servo suggestions, Now I'd like shock suggestions, as well as hop ups I could throw on it. I am on a fairly low budget so dont go overboard on this one lol. I'm also possibly getting a second used one that I'd want to make a street truck. That one I want to be fairly fast. Are there extended A-arms to widen it?

Thanks, -Bob-

[Vato Loco]

Aight I need Reccomendations for my Rusty. It's been sitting a couple years not running and it's time to resurrect it. I've gotten motor,esc,and servo suggestions, Now I'd like shock suggestions, as well as hop ups I could throw on it. I am on a fairly low budget so dont go overboard on this one lol. I'm also possibly getting a second used one that I'd want to make a street truck. That one I want to be fairly fast. Are there extended A-arms to widen it?

Thanks, -Bob-
Rusty's do good on road and off! :D I understand lowbudget. But heres a site that will help you in your resurrection of your rusty http://www.misbehavin-rc.com/pit-lane/pit-lane.asp misbehavin has a great low cost way to improve your current shocks and everything else! There is tons of stuff you can MAKE if you want that will also help save money. I made my own chassis,shock,towers and A-arms out of LEXAN@. Start with the misbehavins pit lane ideas first! then venture out from there! It Makes life easier :rolleyes: Good luck and have funnnnnnnn :D

[bullett1818]

Rusty's do good on road and off! :D I understand lowbudget. But heres a site that will help you in your resurrection of your rusty http://www.misbehavin-rc.com/pit-lane/pit-lane.asp misbehavin has a great low cost way to improve your current shocks and everything else! There is tons of stuff you can MAKE if you want that will also help save money. I made my own chassis,shock,towers and A-arms out of LEXAN@. Start with the misbehavins pit lane ideas first! then venture out from there! It Makes life easier :rolleyes: Good luck and have funnnnnnnn :D



Dude Thats awesome Thanks!

[hokieman1990]

Does anybody know a good way to add metal spikes to my tires? I want a good tire for ice that will grip with the spikes. Any ways to add spikes would be helpful. Thanks a lot.

[bullett1818]

Does anybody know a good way to add metal spikes to my tires? I want a good tire for ice that will grip with the spikes. Any ways to add spikes would be helpful. Thanks a lot.


I've seen people use screws from the inside out, then put the foam inserts in to hold the screws out. Never done it myself though.

-Bob-

[dalejrfan8]

^^^ Yeah thats how ive always seen it done even though it doesnt snow around here enough to do it.

[hokieman1990]

does anybody know of any plans or ideas for a snow plow on my rustler or bandit because i really would like one for this winter. Thanks

[microrcdude]

cut a PVC pipe in half, perfect plow

[bullett1818]

Ok so I have gotten all 3 of my Rustlers now! Only one drives, and it's bone stock but hey Im just glad to drive again after going 3 years without! I think I need to get some new batts though. Mine are 3 years old or older and I can only run like 5 mins max at a time with all of em. Im just glad to go again though!

-Bob-

[bullett1818]

Has anybody else seen this on the Traxxas website? Im wondering everyones opinion on how well you think it would work? Think it is going to be a good quality ESC? It has a 10 turn motor limit, that doesnt sound too bad. I plan on putting a 14x2 in my rustler. At 99.00 do you think its a good price or should I go with something else like an LRP esc???

-Bob-

[Vato Loco]

For $50 more you can get a Super rooster and never worry again! 4-10 cell and no motor limit! Or for the price of the ESC$99.00 and good motor$50.00 for $75 dollors more you can get a SS5800! I'd wait save your money and get a SS5800, It's worth the wait!

[bullett1818]

For $50 more you can get a Super rooster and never worry again! 4-10 cell and no motor limit! Or for the price of the ESC$99.00 and good motor$50.00 for $75 dollors more you can get a SS5800! I'd wait save your money and get a SS5800, It's worth the wait!


Thanks Vato, thats what I was lookin for.

-Bob-

[pedeman]

hey guys. the left rear bulkhead(?) is broken. it seems to be glued or moldedin or something. any suggestions?

[microrcdude]

Buy a new one from tower. If you try to fix it, it will just break next jump you take

[pedeman]

sorry for the minusnderstanding. the bulkhead is molded to the tranny. i bought a new bulk, but i dont know how im suposed to get the old broken one off the tranny

[microrcdude]

so you baught a new tranny housing?

[pedeman]

nope i bought a left rear bulkhead... im not really sure how to explain it

[bullett1818]

Whats the part number for what you bought???


-Bob-

[Vato Loco]

Shock tower?

[pedeman]

it is part # 2789 and sorry, i said dthe wrong name its the suspension arm mounts for the rear.

[bullett1818]

it is part # 2789 and sorry, i said dthe wrong name its the suspension arm mounts for the rear.


What is the truck you are driving? If it's the Electric Rustler than I fear you orderd the wrong part?

-Bob-
Is this whats broke??

http://us.f1.yahoofs.com/bc/d2408058_m4193276b/bc/My+Documents/part.bmp?bfjBDSDBaVI35hWp

[pedeman]

yeah its an electric rustler. i didnt order it, my LHS had it.. when the left rear bulk breaks, am i suposed to replace the whole tranny casing?

[bullett1818]

yeah its an electric rustler. i didnt order it, my LHS had it.. when the left rear bulk breaks, am i suposed to replace the whole tranny casing?



Yes unfourtanatly with the Electric rustler thats correct. BTW how did you break that??

-Bob-

[pedeman]

i was racing my BL elec rusty against the 1/8th scale buggies and trucks and one of them got pi$$ed at me when i passed him, so he acted like he missed the corner and railed me, sent me into the other lane and got hit again... oh well i guess... it was funny watching them all get mad when i beat them with a RUSTLER. haha. thanks for the help. so what DO i need?

[bullett1818]

i was racing my BL elec rusty against the 1/8th scale buggies and trucks and one of them got pi$$ed at me when i passed him, so he acted like he missed the corner and railed me, sent me into the other lane and got hit again... oh well i guess... it was funny watching them all get mad when i beat them with a RUSTLER. haha. thanks for the help. so what DO i need?


This is what you need to purchase.
http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXJK65&P=7
At least its no too expensive!
-Bob-

By the way make sure you didnt bend any of the suspension pins for installing the A-Arms.

[Vato Loco]

Thats why I don't run at the track that much! Some A-hole is always going to get P.O.ed at you when the lowly rustler makes them look stuipid!

[joostin421]

i havent gotten around to bringing my stampedes or rustlers to the track yet. i have never raced before, but i have been driving r/c's for 16 years or so years :rolleyes: i do plan on going down to the local track someday when they have open practice.

just added our 4th Rustler to the stable. need to do a little work to it because the chassis cannot be set up for 7cell flat packs. i am thinking of making a chassis that is a bottom and top plate out of silver carbon Fiber. first time i have gotten a chassis that i havent fabricated myself, but lets see how long it stays that way - may give the chassis to my cousin for christmas ;)

here are the specifications:

U-Force 75 ESC
Lehner Basic 5300 motor
Cold Fusion Steel Diff
FLM Alum Chassis
FLM Alum Bulkhead
FLM Alum Arms
FLM Alum Caster Blocks
FLM Alum Shock Towers
FLM Alum Transmission
Hot Racing Alum rear hubs
RD Racing Alum front bumper
RD Racing Alum Body Posts
Swami-Bar
GPM Oil Shocks
New Era Alum Steering Knuckles (nitro version)
New Era Alum Wheels with Imex Swampers (not glued)
HPI Wheels with Masher 2k tires (glued)
Jato wheels and tires (glued)

http://home.comcast.net/~joostin420/wsb/media/355614/site1352.JPG
http://home.comcast.net/~joostin420/wsb/media/355614/site1353.JPG
http://home.comcast.net/~joostin420/wsb/media/355614/site1354.JPG
http://home.comcast.net/~joostin420/wsb/media/355614/site1355.JPG
http://home.comcast.net/~joostin420/wsb/media/355614/site1356.JPG
http://home.comcast.net/~joostin420/wsb/media/355614/site1357.JPG

justin

[pedeman]

ahh. nice rusty...

its kinda a 50/50 deal. yeah, its nice to hear everyone saying "wow, isint that a rustler?" but then you have those people that are like "**** peice of **** get out of my way/stop making me look stupid"

now-take my mod mini-t to the track. MMM people HATE to get beaten by me with that thing. they dont let me run beginner with that anymore-I have to run "B" mod truck. its pretty amusing. (baja motor, 6-8 cells, ball diff, etc etc etc)

[RCfrodoRC]

Guys i have a rustler that is totally stock and i want to race it. what things should i get first and i only have a $55 limit. i already have a gp3300 battery. so what else should i get to race. Like what would be the most imporatant things to get. It has to work with the stock esc also. Thanks for the help.

[dalejrfan8]

Tires, ball bearings and a stock motor.

[RCfrodoRC]

well the tires i have now have about 1 run on them, and i was thinking about ball bearings anyways. so thanks for the help but i would still have money left over and i wanna get a new motor, any suggestions.

[Vato Loco]

Questions to ask yourself and to find out!
The track?
1. What type of surface is it?
2. What tires do the local racers use the most?
3. What class' does the track offer? and Which one intrest you?
4. Pratice, Spend a lot of time praticing!

The Mods? How much you spend will greatly affect how well you will do.
JMO on order of Basic Mods to a rusty.....
1. Motor? type class you go with will dictate what motor! A good Stock motor $35.00 +$5 for new pionion gear too.
2. Bearings and RPM carriers F&R $20.00
3. 5x11 bearings $15
4. Tires? Depends on type of surface. $36-$40 for 2 pairs F&R
5. Spare parts! Every time I bust something, I buy an extra part or two! When racing, Sometimes you won't have time to duck in to the LHS to buy new parts so having parts ready in the parts box is a must!
6. If it can go wrong it will! Be prepared for anything!

Watch a few races before you begin! This will prepare you big time! TAKE NOTES! Learn as much as you can from the Locals! Good luck, And Have Fun! thats what some racers seem to miss these days, they take things to seriously and get bad attudes......JUST HAVE FUN! IT'S NOT IF YOU WIN OR LOSE, BUT HAVING FUN!

[cheechthechi]

I just got my first rustler today. Its the rtr model with the xl-1 esc. Its pretty nice, alot faster than the bandit I used to have, although i notice it has alot of body roll. Is it the same on all your trucks too?

[RCfrodoRC]

i still have my stock motor and seems like it's dieing. is there anything i can do to make it work better, like get new brushes or something.

[Vato Loco]

i still have my stock motor and seems like it's dieing. is there anything i can do to make it work better, like get new brushes or something.
Get a new one, Try this set up you can't go wrong!
http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXFBH5&P=ML
http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXEX75&P=7
http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXZF22&P=7
http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LX2760&P=7
This set up has worked great for me, and it will quiet the Rusty down and speed it up alot! :D If you can get some new tires too!

[RCfrodoRC]

awesome, thanks for the help now i just have to get my mom to order it for my b-day since i 'm finally sure it's what i want.

[Vato Loco]

I just got my first rustler today. Its the rtr model with the xl-1 esc. Its pretty nice, alot faster than the bandit I used to have, although i notice it has alot of body roll. Is it the same on all your trucks too?
Trucks tend to roll alot due to ther longer a-arms and heaver weight. You and correct this by changing springs, pistions and shock oil weights to stiffen the suspension or soften it! :D

[cheechthechi]

Ok, thanks alot!

[joostin421]

did a few things over the past week to this thing:

1. adjusted steering knuckles, they were binding so i had to grind them down about 1/32" or so. perfect free movement now.

2. move turnbuckles in the front to fronts of c-hubs and shock tower. no more hitting steering links when suspension is compressed.

3. moved lower mounting of front shocks to fronts of arms and extended top shock mounts by 1/4" each to allow for # 2.

4. cut 2mm silver carbon fiber top plate and reconfigured bellcrank steering.

truck is a Rocket, i cant begin to imagine what the Nemisis 12s on 12cells is going to be like on my other rustler.

now for the pics:
http://home.comcast.net/~joostin420/wsb/media/355614/site1375.JPG
http://home.comcast.net/~joostin420/wsb/media/355614/site1376.JPG
http://home.comcast.net/~joostin420/wsb/media/355614/site1377.JPG
http://home.comcast.net/~joostin420/wsb/media/355614/site1378.JPG
http://home.comcast.net/~joostin420/wsb/media/355614/site1379.JPG

justin

[RCfroman]

Have you clocked it's speed yet to see how fast it goes?

[bullett1818]

I've started making some upgrades to my rusty that I plan on using for on road. I've changed the gearing and put in all ball bearings, I've also put Proline Road Hawg II tires on it with RPM Blue Chrome Clawz Wheels on it. It has deffinatly picked up speed. The wheels look great except when you accidently kiss a kirb! Oops need a new set of rears already! lol. Now I need to figure out what motor and esc to put in it. Oh and has anybody tried to fit a Proline crowd pleazer 2.0 Jato body on one yet?? I love that body!


-Bob-

[Vato Loco]

Started work on a new chassis,
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v357/cmhanson/newchassis3-000.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v357/cmhanson/newchassis2-000.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v357/cmhanson/newchassis1-000.jpg

[microrcdude]

uh oh vato has got another project. I cant wait to see how this turns out!

[Vato Loco]

I already don't like this one? I'm going to change the shock tower!

[Vato Loco]

New Chassi progress report: STILL AT IT!
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v357/cmhanson/newmiddlebulkhead-000.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v357/cmhanson/newchassisupperchassis-000.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v357/cmhanson/newchassisrearshocktower-000.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v357/cmhanson/newchassislowerchassis-000.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v357/cmhanson/newchassis7-000.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v357/cmhanson/newchassis6-000.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v357/cmhanson/newchassis5-000.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v357/cmhanson/newchassis4-000.jpg

[Vato Loco]

Chassis progress report:
Finished with the new towers and upper chassis;-)
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v357/cmhanson/newchassis12-000.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v357/cmhanson/newchassis11-000.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v357/cmhanson/newchassis10-000.jpg

[Vato Loco]

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v357/cmhanson/newchassis14-000.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v357/cmhanson/newchassis13-000.jpg

Now, this chassis is for my son! Lucky brat! I also got him a set of nitro rims coming with a set of moabs, New Reedy 19T quad mag motor, some new longer turn buckles, new bearings and a new hummer shell! Ain't even Christmas YET! Damn he's spoiled;-) All I got was a new shell! I can't wait till he get's a job!
I got the front A-arms started! Should have them done by the end of the weekend! Then I can start assembling the truck! :D

[Vato Loco]

Got The A-Arms done today!
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v357/cmhanson/newchassis16-000.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v357/cmhanson/newchassis15-000.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v357/cmhanson/newchassis17-000.jpg

[Rtsbasic]

Nice chassis man. What equipment are you using to cut it? My lexan experiments never come out with straight lines, but I'm only using a dremel.

[Vato Loco]

Nice chassis man. What equipment are you using to cut it? My lexan experiments never come out with straight lines, but I'm only using a dremel.
Table saw, Scroll Saw, and table top drill press. :D

[Vato Loco]

Taking a loong breakkkkkkk! This is what I have so far:
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v357/cmhanson/newchassis19-000.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v357/cmhanson/newchassis20-000.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v357/cmhanson/newchassis18-000.jpg

[Vato Loco]

I'm going to start posting the project Here! Step By Grulling Step! In detail! O' joy!
http://www.ultimaterc.com/forums/showthread.php?t=57998
So show up for up to date info and help with your lexan questions!

[studysession]

Looks good!

[RCfroman]

Hey, I'm looking to get a new chassis for my rustler. I want it to be lighter than stock, and it needs to fit the stock esc. Do any of you guys know of any chassis that are like that?
collin

[Vato Loco]

I'm not sure of their web address but the company is, Cold Fusion. And they make lexan and CF chassis' for the rusty and pede! They were shut down for a while to re tool. I haven't heard any thing yet if their back up?

[RCfroman]

thanks! Looks like theyre back up. I'll have to save up or ask for one for christmas!

[RCfroman]

I found some cheap battery packs! I was down at my local radioshack and found some gp3300 shotgun packs for only $25, so I thought I'd pick up another battery just to have 1 more. If anyone else has a radioshack near them, they should go down and check if they have any of these packs.

[ffactory666]

thanks! Looks like theyre back up. I'll have to save up or ask for one for christmas!


Do you have a link to Cold Fusions website now that they are back up , i tried google but only got links to photos of rustlers with the cold fusion chassis.

[RCfroman]

If you just type it in to the address bar, it will say they are still down, but if you search cold fusion chassis, it will come up.
collin

[RCfroman]

Hey, I already have my reedy 19t quad, but I was on tower hobbies and I noticed that there are two versions of the motor. The dyno version and the other normal version. Whats the difference?
Collin

[Vato Loco]

The dyno tune they pre cut the comms and brushes then zap the mags. thus you won't have to break in the motor. I ordered my son a new 19t too. I just got the non dyno tune motor! Remember to gear it 20/87!

[Vato Loco]

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v357/cmhanson/100_0024.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v357/cmhanson/100_0023.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v357/cmhanson/100_0022.jpg
New camera!

[ffactory666]

Love the work Vato , like how you even have a clear servo case to match the rest of the truck.

[TraxxasJessica]

I have a templet to put a motor plate on that trans and a top shaft to run a dubble slipper.

[RCfroman]

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v357/cmhanson/100_0024.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v357/cmhanson/100_0023.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v357/cmhanson/100_0022.jpg
New camera!
That project turned out nice! I like how the whole things transparent, including the servo case. Great looking chassis!

[Vato Loco]

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v357/cmhanson/100_0078.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v357/cmhanson/100_0077.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v357/cmhanson/100_0076.jpg
The Body is a little shorter than I wanted but it will work!

[bullett1818]

Dude, that thing looks amazing! I like the work. I recently acquired a new Dremel tool so it's time for my Rustler to go on a diet! Keep it up!

-Bob-

[S-MAXXfanatic]

I think the Rustler is great and the speed is awesome, too.

[S-MAXXfanatic]

BTW great truck Vato Loco!!!!!!!!!!!!

[RCfroman]

How much more speed and run time would I get if I installed a novak super rooster? I'm looking at getting a new esc. Would that be a good one to get? And what kind of turnbuckles would I use to replace the rear camber links?
Collin

[Vato Loco]

rear turn buckels 72mm, part #2335 $2.00
front-turn buckels 54mm, part #2335 $2.00
and 1 pkg of rodends, part #1942 $7.00
As for the ESC, I would go with the Novak esc that can handle both Brushed and brushless motors! It would be more cost effective down the road! Plus there areound the same price! Or just go brushless! It's way cheaper down the road!
VATO.

[RCfrodoRC]

what would be some good shocks for the rustler.

[Vato Loco]

what would be some good shocks for the rustler.
big bore! :D

[RCfrodoRC]

That's what i was thinking, thanks for the reply i kno if u suggest it then it has to be good.

[Vato Loco]

Traxxas big bore shocks are the best in town JMO> I can't wait to get a set!

[RCfroman]

Hey, I need some help on making a "7 cell stick hump" pack. Anyone know how to solder it? Do I need wires to connect the pack to the 7th cell?
Collin

[RCfrodoRC]

Today was sweet, i got two new batterys and a new motor. My truck is so much faster than stock. I didn't drive for like 2 months because i needed a new battery pack, i couldn't wait to get out and tear it up. IT WAS AWESOME!!

[RCfroman]

What kind of motor?

[GT Freak]

yo,vato,,,,CLEARLY thats a nice pede! LOLOL :D

[Domindart]

My friend has a rustler w a 9 turn motor in it. I want my trx 1 vintage buggy to be just as quick or quicker. Whats the bomb motors that you experienced racers run?

email me if you know what your talking about and want to share the knowledge! domindart@aol.com

PS I figure a super rooster esc by novak) would suffice the car- its a no limit motor esc..

[corbin]

hey i have a bandit stock havnt used it yet but what is a good motor that would giv it mor speed

[iluvmud]

well if you keep the esc......anything 17t is better, if you replace that, i had a rusty with a 12t speedgems motor...and that thing was quik

[RCfroman]

hey i have a bandit stock havnt used it yet but what is a good motor that would giv it mor speed
A Reedy 19t spec quad mag. I got one and I love it. Perfect for off road. Gives it a lot more power.

[corbin]

what about a good pinion and spur like for speed coz i wanna get the most out of it

[RCfroman]

You don't want to overgear! If you go and try to get speed out of your car by gearing it way high, you'll just fry your motor. I made that mistake when I first got my rusty, well it was a bandit at the time, until I converted it, and it ran so hot, I could smell the thing burning. When I finally got my reedy 19t, I took out the stock motor, and it's internal wrapped wire on one half was completely melted (so that's why it smelled so bad after running).

[J0e]

hey guys, i'm just trying to get this cleared up. if your motor turn is lower(19, 18, 17)does it get more speed or torque?

[CarbonShadow]

hey guys, i'm just trying to get this cleared up. if your motor turn is lower(19, 18, 17)does it get more speed or torque?

Lower turn=speed but less tourqe higher turn=better tourqe but less speed. Higher turn is better for novices and rock crawlers.

[sofast]

Lower turn=speed but less tourqe higher turn=better tourqe but less speed. Higher turn is better for novices and rock crawlers.



You also forgot to factor in your single, double, tripple ect. winds and how they affect the motor:rolleyes:

[sofast]

I started thread back when I was building up a bandit.. People kept asking why....

I was so glad to see the Bandit VXL being put on the market... I think I will have to get one, see how it compares to the bandit I built "back in the day"..

(Its obviously gonna be faster, no question about that lol)

[CarbonShadow]

You also forgot to factor in your single, double, tripple ect. winds and how they affect the motor:rolleyes:

:rolleyes: I just went with what I knew.:teacher: I dont race and mostly use the stock motors in most of my cars. I have a mamba in my stampede though.
Mr.I-know-everything :wave:

[john91374]

sofast - - I have a Bandit VXL and it's a blast. I too had the older build it yourself bandit from about 8 years ago. The new VXL is a much nicer package. The whole car just has a better quality feel. I don't need o mention all the upgrades. I sold that old bandit to a neighbor who still runs it an he's upgraded it to look like a XL5 but it has a mm4600 in it and is very quick. I've raced him a few times (both of us on the same type of packs) and My VXL kills it. I'm out in front instantly and just pull away.

[sofast]

:rolleyes: I just went with what I knew.:teacher: I dont race and mostly use the stock motors in most of my cars. I have a mamba in my stampede though.
Mr.I-know-everything :wave:


I don't know everything, I didnt even know about the vxl until 2 days ago! Havn't been into rc in what seems like years..

I know about electric motors because Instead of buying different motors Id just re-wind them for each application (build my own):cool::rolleyes:

[Crashnomore]

I've been out running my new Rustler VXL with the 7 cell Pro-match battery pack. What an improvement over the 6 cell packs I've been running.

I still have the slipper clutch adjusted at one full turn out and and car doesn't wheelie at all. If I tighten it up to the point it will wheelie, what's the likelihood of doing damage at that point like stripping pinion gears, etc?

[CarbonShadow]

I though the tranny had full metal gears? Worse thing that could happen is that you need to buy new slipper plates.

[jcslaten]

My name is James,

I am new to this form and to rc cars, I have a Bandit XL5 and would like to put threaded aluminum shock and I dont know which one's to get.

Thank you for your help James:o

[jcslaten]

I have a Bandit XL-5 and I ma wanting to up grade my shock to aluminum ones, I know Traxxas has some aluminum ones but I wanted to some other brands to.

Thanks fore everybodys in put James :wave:

[BanditMike]

I have a bandit. I love it especially with the new JConcepts body. I have a 6900 mamba max setup in it, big bore shcks front and back. new spindle and carriers from traxxas and integy. I have rustler wheels on the back cause I was blowing out the rim but I am curios if all the rustler stuff works on the bandit?:wave:

[Maxximus50]

Duratrax evader shocks work great, with very slight mods.
They are alum. threaded body.
Evader st or bx, not ext, those are plastic body I think.
I run them on alot of my stuff, they are fairly inexpensive, and look pretty good too.

[Monsterbrad]

1 ?
durability???
What do you guys that have the truck say.
looking to get a newbe something fast and the vxl looks like it will be perfect.
I just don't want to be fixing it all the time.

[Maxximus50]

Besides crashing, the only thing I've ever broke on my stampede is I stripped a gear in the trans, but that was all my fault, b/c I was doing F-R wheelies :)
What a perfect op. to upgrade my XL-1 pede to VXL spec trans!!!:D
I did strip out the steering servo but, keep in mind, mine came with the wimpy 2018 servo for steering(old school XL-1 version). The XL-5 comes w/2055 servo(better) the VXL a 2072 (alot better) so you will be fine.

I run a LRP AI ESC & 13t-15t motor, Hitec 5645MG servo for steering.
I have NOT YET gone brushless but I can honestly say I have more fun with my pede&rusty than I do with my T-MAXX! (I also have a stock XL-5 rustler)

[Monsterbrad]

Well I see HPI just released a brushless truck also.
This is going to be interesting to decide which one to get her.
Research and more research!
I do like the new VXL rusty though
It looks awesome

[hscnvk]

Im new to the hobby and was wondering if i got this what else would i need to get rolling? It looks like a great deal.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll...cSELL.m315.lVI

[MEAT]

I am new to this and just bought it with a HB micro charger and it won't charge the 2700 or the 4200... light keeps flashing... and I am pissed. Any help would be great.

[MEAT]

Got it figured. On to the lipo next.

[metalmilitia206]

Hey guys...new to the site but have been in the hobby for a long time. I have a Rusty with a Speedgems 2 17T Sapphire motor, full ball bearings, Integy graphite upper plate, front and rear shock towers, RPM A-Arms, just ordered a Traxxas XL-10 ESC, and have a couple different tire combos. Anybody race their Rusty here?

[miata_speed85]

Bandit is an outstanding vehicle to bash around, it's durable, and takes crashes like a champ... Well as long as you re-inforce all the plastic sh*t parts. I have a 5700 brushless with the sidewinder set-up, 2s 4800 7.4V LiPo adjusted the toe-in and put some 2.8 all-star wheels with the talon tires. It hauls *****. I'm now waiting for a 7700 with a mamba set-up and going back to the stock wheels with anaconda tires from the VXL. But i can tell you that this car is a blast, and bang for your buck, is worth every penny. There's never a dull moment, and straight speed runs are always fun.

[miata_speed85]

my bad, i got a little click happy

[MEAT]

I have been breaking parts...axial carriers both shocks came apart at the back the wheels fell off and lost my nuts and broke the front carrier.... can I say fun ? The tires are already bald and I am using a rocket pack 2700 and 4700 nimh batteries.

[miata_speed85]

From experience, it's best to replace anything you break with metal. the axle carriers have 11mm bearings though. or is it 14, i really dont remember any more. it's been so long since i've broken anything. But like i said anything breaks replace with metal. I'm still running the stock shocks with no issue. And the wheel thing. You really need to make sure that you keep track of your nuts, you really need those. My usggestion with the wheels before you're without them. buy the VXL 2.2" tracers with anaconda tires. they have a solid center hub unlike the shabby one the 2405 bandit comes with. Just remember every time, before and after you go out, do a full "walk-around" of your vehicle, make sure everything is tightened, and cleaned out. I'm always loosening screws from the joys of Lipo/brushless. The stock bandit just wasn't designed for these speeds.

[miata_speed85]

oh also, once more thing, it's a pain to find them, but if you can find the stub axles for it, you might want to change those out to metal, eventually you'll torque them out.

[miata_speed85]

If anyone has ever done a bandit to Rusty conversion, i would like to know if the drive shafts in the rear need to be replaced do to the wider rear wheel base. It would be appreciated as I'm doing a FULL aluminum conversion, and the best selection of aluminum parts are only available for the rustler. It's nice that they're pretty much the same vehicle except for the front/rear wheel spread.

[MEAT]

Has any body had the light go on when you plug it into the wall outlet and then go out right away and not charge the battery ?

[MEAT]

Miata , lets see some pics of your bad boy.

[miata_speed85]

I'm getting it converted to a rusty right now, it will be about 2 or 3 days til i get it all assembled as i am waiting on some final parts. I have a full aluminum re-build coming in parts. the last of them shoud be here on weds. The downside with being deployed is you gotta be patient with the mail speed. But i got a buddy that offered to take my camera out and get some pics of my speed running and hitting the tank burms, using em as jumps... they are about 6 feet from the starting level with a fairly gradual slope. but i will indeed be posting some pics VERY soon. When i'm done with it, it will still hav the bandit from wheels temporarily, and my speed runs will be done with 4-tec 1.9 slicks. Pics on the way soon.

[Jeffy]

Hello, Im new to these forums. Im usually on rcuniverse but they blocked it at my school. So I will be here for now on lol. I have a Stampede that is running sidewinder and vxl motor on 2s. My brother has two rustlers both running 3s Mamba max and vxl motors. Both rustlers are all aluminum and one is extended chassis and the other is the normal flm aluminum one. I also have many other trucks but not related to this so thats it.

[Jeffy]

From experience, it's best to replace anything you break with metal. the axle carriers have 11mm bearings though. or is it 14, i really dont remember any more. it's been so long since i've broken anything. But like i said anything breaks replace with metal. I'm still running the stock shocks with no issue. And the wheel thing. You really need to make sure that you keep track of your nuts, you really need those. My usggestion with the wheels before you're without them. buy the VXL 2.2" tracers with anaconda tires. they have a solid center hub unlike the shabby one the 2405 bandit comes with. Just remember every time, before and after you go out, do a full "walk-around" of your vehicle, make sure everything is tightened, and cleaned out. I'm always loosening screws from the joys of Lipo/brushless. The stock bandit just wasn't designed for these speeds.

I dont agree. metal bends depending on what you have. Itegy is no good, dont buy it its a waiste of your money. For arms use RPM and get Traxxas aluminum castors. Get a FLM bulckhead and you are set. You could also get aluminum castors from FLM but i have never used them so i cant say but if its like their other parts its good. Any aluminum you want get it from FLM, they are the best in aluminum. But like i said aluminum bends and doesnt break. With plastic it flexes and it usually flexes back. but if you are jumping off a building you better expect to break something even if you have aluminum.

[MEAT]

Hello, Im new to these forums. Im usually on rcuniverse but they blocked it at my school. So I will be here for now on lol. I have a Stampede that is running sidewinder and vxl motor on 2s. My brother has two rustlers both running 3s Mamba max and vxl motors. Both rustlers are all aluminum and one is extended chassis and the other is the normal flm aluminum one. I also have many other trucks but not related to this so thats it.
Got any pics Jeffy.

[miata_speed85]

Well i really don't forsee myself jumping off any buildings, but if i do in the future I'll keep that in mind. Jeffy, try ultimaterc.com, they block forums on our network while we're deployed but this and ultimate are the only 2 i can get to. It's worth it. And the info at ultimate is very helpful. It's always nice to get different opinions, the more sources the better. As of now i'm still waiting on the military postal system to get in gear so i can finish my build. All i really want to do is get started so i can get some pics up of the build and the final product. Also i need to start looking for a body for my ex-bandit/new rustler hybrid thingy. It's goin to be raw and bodiless for awhile, but who hasn't driven an r/c topless. Also Jeffy, what kind of speeds are you lookin at with the 3s VXL? I was looking into those in the near future, that or a novak hv 1.2 or 2.5.

Adam

[metalmilitia206]

Here is it...

Traxxas Rustler 3710
Traxxas Aluminum Turnbuckles, Bellcranks, and Caster Blocks, Big Bore Shocks
Traxxas XL-10 ESC
RPM Bearing Carriers, Front and Rear A-Arms
Associated Springs
Duratrax Sealed Bearings
Team Integy Carbon Fiber Front and Rear Shock Towers and Upper
Hitec 645MG Servo
Team Orion 15T Double Formula SV2 Pro BB
Pro-line F150 Body

http://i484.photobucket.com/albums/rr210/MetalMilitia206/TraxxasRustler008.jpg
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http://i484.photobucket.com/albums/rr210/MetalMilitia206/TraxxasRustler004.jpg

[MEAT]

Very nice.

[miata_speed85]

Here are the pics of my almost completed build. I forgot to Order a rear shock tower as well as the front body mounts. Also as you may have noticed the CVDs are kinda ghetto right now, I'm working on a fix with heat shrink to keep the pins in. No matter how hard i tightened the retention screw it manages to blow out. The shocks are also being replaced with the REVO piggy-backs. Further note, don't even use the steering and toe links that are pictured. THEY ARE GARBAGE.
http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/americansoldier3664/P9240029.jpg
Cut-outs of body and chassis were required to fit the 2.8 talon tires on the short rear arms.
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If any one has any input/ctritisizm, I appreciate/thrive off of it.
Take care yall
Adam

[MEAT]

Nice work and looks bullet proof.

[miata_speed85]

It is so far. all except for the CVDs. Does anyone know of a full dogbone CVD kit. I'm rather impartial to the yoke pins. Like i stated earlier... they like to fly out. and before they do, they spin rapidly while falling out... taking chunks of metal out of the rear arms. If you look closely i believe that you can see the silver spot on the rear arms. GAY!!!

[krimo]

Nice work miata_speed85! I'm inspired to do something similar now!:D How did you know where the servo would be relocated and oriented? How does the steering work?

I'm investigating what its going to take to convert my stampede #3605 to a rustler so I could try out racing. Your build shows its possible. How's that tranny case working out?

[krimo]

I think I figured out how the steering works. It looks like the stock configuration for a Rustler. Thanks nonetheless.

[krimo]

Anybody out there currently racing their Rustler against T4's and other newer trucks? If so, is your Rustler competitive? How sturdy is the Integy carbon towers and upper chassis? Has anyone broken either of those components while racing or bashing?

[krimo]

Hey Joostin421,

Did you ever attempt to race that sweet looking Rustler you posted pictures of here back in Oct 2005? How did it work out? Where did you buy or how did you create that battery tray?

[krimo]

Joostin421,

I found out that RCBROS.com has the battery tray you put on your rig as well as the FLM parts from your previous post. Thanks for the inspiration nonetheless!

[miata_speed85]

The steering is self telling. if you look on the upper chassis, the mount holes are pre drilled exactly like that of the stock plastic location. everything relocates exactly as it was in the stock. The tranny case... WOOT WOOT, love it. and it lets the motor breathe better.

krimo- the crabo would be the way to go. I've heard of people sticking with the RPM plastic towers for a weak point. It's better to have something cheap break than to have your aluminum bend. and CF does more of an exploding act when it breaks... I'm not sure in terms of durability of the Integy towers(CF) though. if you're looking for a relatively low build-up price go to RCpitlane.com. that's where i got all my stuff. low mark-up and great customer service. if you email him any questions he'll take pics for you to go off of. otherwise you could ask me and i'll shoot you an email with whatever you request.

Final warning, don't go to MIP CVDs mine is permanently decommissioned. I'm going to the extended arms all the way around and Jato drive shafts in the rear. Here's some pics of the FINAL project minus new arms and shafts.
http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/americansoldier3664/PA260102.jpg
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The only issue I had with the build process.
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and... broken
http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j254/americansoldier3664/PA270107.jpg

[miata_speed85]

those are MSR6 Revo piggy backs. you need a limiter on the front as they are a bit long but the back is perfect length. I will warn that the springs that come with it are like 20 in the front and 25 in the rear. I'd recommend switching to the stock white big bore springs as the stock springs don't have a large enough diameter to fit on the shock. Any questions or pics needed PM me or email me at Miata_speed@live.com. I'll try to be prompt. If you email me the pics will be more detailed and larger (super Macro)

[krimo]

Thanks for the info miata_speed! What does crabo mean? Does it mean stick with the stock plastic parts and replace them with RPM plastic parts if they break? I think it is a good idea to keep some plastic parts on for flex purposes as well.

Is there any company offering plastic extended arms versus aluminum ones for the Rustler?

[cenracer1]

I have a Rustler VXL with a Mamba 5700 system and Lipo.. I was reading about the MIP CVD breaking and just wanted to mention that I tried the Integy Driveshaft in the Rustler.. .It lasted about 10 seconds before it snapped in half.. that happened to 2 sets.. Obviously the Brushless has too much power for the shafts.. I re-installed the original plastic sliding shafts with a metal traxxas yoke and it has and still works great.. Here are a few quick shots of the Rustler.. I painted the Prografix body yellow to match my T-Maxx body..
http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/cenracer1/SANY1557.jpg
http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/cenracer1/SANY1558.jpg

[miata_speed85]

Crabo is what happens when i am typing really fast, forget to spell check and don't realize it's the wrong way to spell carbon. But yes, i'd stick with the stock. The RPM arms are stronger but they give the weakpoint you should still have. If you look around tower you might be able to find plastic ext arms. otherwise I'd look, i think RPM has them. In not... go for aluminum, if for no other reason then it looks beautiful all shiny like.

[krimo]

Thanks miata_speed,

Crabo was hilarious! :D I laughed big time even though I had no clue what you meant. I purchased RPM's Heavy Duty Arms Front and Rear last week for my Rustler that I won on Ebay that hasn't arrived yet LOL. I do like aluminum arms, they are gorgeous. It's interesting to note however, that while at the local track I didn't see anyone with an aluminum chassis on any of the trucks I saw. In fact I'm not sure if I saw any aluminum parts at all.

So, do Jato drive shafts fit the Rustler or do you have to do something special to make them work. Oh yeah, that translucent look on your truck is really cool. And, thanks for the tip on Rcpitlane they do have some great prices for FLM parts. I think I'll try to get the FLM transmission from them.

[miata_speed85]

the jato shafts are a direct fit. you have to shorten them... otherwise they are perfect with the extended arms. The aluminum full conversion adds a bit of weight from stock. so for tracks i don't think it's really beneficial due to needing short bursts to speed.

[miata_speed85]

I have a Rustler VXL with a Mamba 5700 system and Lipo.. I was reading about the MIP CVD breaking and just wanted to mention that I tried the Integy Driveshaft in the Rustler.. .It lasted about 10 seconds before it snapped in half.. that happened to 2 sets.. Obviously the Brushless has too much power for the shafts.. I re-installed the original plastic sliding shafts with a metal traxxas yoke and it has and still works great.. Here are a few quick shots of the Rustler.. I painted the Prografix body yellow to match my T-Maxx body..


I've heard good things about using the stock slide shafts. they'er meant for going fast anyways. I'm really not to keen on the whole running stock though. Andit's no shock about the integy shafts. after all the bad things I've heard about integy, it wouldn't be new to hear the one of the parts with the most stress would break. Like i stated earlier i haven't had any issues with the integy stuff that i'm using but i probably wouldn't go with the driveshafts. I think CVDs in general are just bad news. i'd really like to just find straight dogbones but i can't locate them anywhere. I ordered two separate jato type shafts. i ended up buying the more complete of the two and it escaped me that i was only purchasing one. So... now I have to wait another week for the second one. My FLM extended arms got here though, and I mist say that I'll be sad to see the anodized arms go... IT LOOKS SO GORGEOUS. ah well, i guess i can't win em all. I'll find somewhere to anodize them as soon as my deployment is over. I'll post pics after the shafts get here, I'm not going to bother with it until i can take it apart, put it together and run it all in the same day.

Happy bashing

[cenracer1]

Miata_speed85.. thats about all I do with the Rustler anyway.. I never really used this off road much, I have other r/c's for that.. I was originally going to lighten the chassis, but with this Brushless and Lipo I'd rather be a bit heavy.. I did a few speed runs with a new battery yesterday.. I made a 9 cell 4500Mah battery yesterday to see how fast I could go.. I only had a 200 foot parking lot to run in before having to shut down due to stopping issues.. Also the parking lot was covered with wet leaves due to 4 days of straight rain.. Still managed to hit a top speed of 55MPH with the car geared 18/86 for the 7.4Lipo... would have hit low 60's with correct gearing.. it was still accelerating when shut down.. Maybe this week if the weather is nice, I will try again...had to keep the wheelie bar all the way down, and if too much throttle, it would flip back over the wheelie bar.. Here is a pic of one of the first launches.. look carefully at the rear tires, they are off the ground...
http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/cenracer1/SANY1703.jpg

[miata_speed85]

Funny thing with going to FLM... I can't do wheelies any more. The thing just weighs to much. My CVDs were never lasting long enough to run off road. I warm up the tires and driving around before i start bashing They've never made it off the road. I was running a mamba max with a 7700 and 2s because my 3s is back-ordered... no wheelies. I went back to my previous set-up where i was doing them all the time (31/76 with a 5700 brushless)... still no wheelies. I mean come on, that was half the fun. I got a nice alloy wheelie bar, i don't think I'll ever get the chance to use it. What a shame. Good luck on the speed runs and maintaining control at top speed.

[cenracer1]

This thing is all about wheelies.. thats all it wants to do.. with the 7.4 it will wheelie all the time, with 9cells it pulls a wheelie at any speed as soon as you yank the throttle... Control isn't really an issue as long as its straight and the tires don't explode.. I was going to try another 11.1 volt lipo, but after this, its really too much for the truck.. I will play with the gearing and find a more suitable location and post vids of the 60mph runs.. I use a Bushnell radar gun and its within a few mph of accuracy.. I tried a 11.1 lipo once, but the air under the truck prevented it from doing anything with control... this is right on the edge...

[Jeffy]

put a wing on the front of the truck. Like a 8th buggy wing. Drop the truck to the ground. Good luck.
I have 2 rustlers that are both completely flm and a pede. I run the rustler's with a setup of a mamba max esc and vxl motor on both trucks. The pede has a sidewinder and vxl motor. I run them all on 2s and 3s packs, can never really control them but its fun.

[cenracer1]

Not going to put a wing on the front of the truck, just looks like crap IMO.. I will cut a few small hole on the vents on the body to release some of the trapped air and see what happens.. If nothing works, then I will just have to be careful..

[Jeffy]

I thought you were doing speed runs. If you are looking for top speed you will need wings.

[cenracer1]

Not set up the way this thing is.. those tires aren't any good for much over 60MPH.. they balloon like crazy and I've already shreded a set.. I would have to modify the suspension and run a different body.. I just do this for kicks.. My son and I along with my neighbor have about 20 cars or so and we just like to go fast and bash.. Speed runs are cool, but I will save that for the guys with the technology, resources and sponsorship...

[whiteman]

just got a rustler vxl - love it. I put on the wheelie bar and 5000mah 11.1v racer edge lipo - half throttle - kick butt. Wheelie all day.

How fast can it go with stock and 11.1v 5000mah lipo? What do I need to hit top speed 70+?

Thanks

[miata_speed85]

If i remember right the 11.1 5000 should push you to 70+ with the 31 tooth pinion. If not gear down your spur, you should watch motor, batt, and ESC temps though. You're going to want to put that wheelie bar on the lowest set though. going 70, you don't want to much air gettin underneath that bad boy. I'd also look into gettin a swami bar as the traxxas one doesn't fare to well in crash and burn situations. I've gone through 3 so far. After i went to the FLM chassis, i can't even get the front wheels up if i try.

[whiteman]

My 1st RC was a Rustler, and I was not too happy. Cost too much to get it going but now, right out the box, this thing kick butt. I could not believe it. Can't wait for 1/16 Revo

[topolino]

Video Flying Foam

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gzztVh4OIdg&eurl=http://www.rcmasters.com.br/index.php?name=Forums&file=viewtopic&p=162244


and some pics..




http://i532.photobucket.com/albums/ee321/topolino_album/rustlerPRONTO041.jpg

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[miata_speed85]

DUDE that's flippin sweet. I've never seen a rusty like that. Props on all the mod work. Looks like it flies. Now all you gotta do is mod it to 4WD and you'd really be in the money... Not that's it's not sufficient as it is. Kudos to you. what size body is that? is it 1:8 scale? and what did you need to do to mod it for the body.

[miata_speed85]

If you're curious about the 4WD or anyone for that matter check out user Semi Pro on ultimaterc.com he has a full thread dedicated to it. BEASTLY!!!

link to it
http://ultimaterc.com/forums/showthread.php?t=88478

[bchymas]

That is one of the coolest cars I've ever seen, phenomenal job.

[topolino]

Thanx!!

the body and front posts come from a Inferno GT 1/8..the rear post is home made with mini inferno wing suport..

[kistner]

I agree, sharpest looking rustler I have ever seen. That body is very cool on there.

[MEAT]

Really nice, what do you guys recomend I use for a charger for a 8000 mah lipo battery. I am new too this and just bought a lipo pack off of a guy who didn't have a charger to sell.

[miata_speed85]

i have a tp610c but it's dc 12v only so you have to buy a converter to 110. it's made my happy though. the 1010 model is more but i belive it's 110 already. it also has a built in balancer and has only failer to recover 1 battery out of about 25 cycles

[krimo]

topolino, that is definitely one of the coolest looking Rustler's I've ever seen. Man, it is sweet. That body looks very sweet! What kind of rims are those? Great work!

[whiteman]

76/31 WITH 11S 5000mah lipo - very fast. How can stop the wheelie? Right now when we hit 3/4 throttle - wheelie begin

[topolino]

topolino, that is definitely one of the coolest looking Rustler's I've ever seen. Man, it is sweet. That body looks very sweet! What kind of rims are those? Great work!


Thank you man!!

about rins...im not sure..but i think that rins come from Jato...i just paint black(
btw..(4 x rear wheels) front wheels have no hex..

and infortunaly (or not!) that Subaru turns to a Deuce.. i mean..i use that flm chassis to do a drag Deuce 32.. but still is a RUSTLER VXL !!

http://i484.photobucket.com/albums/rr208/dni1000/xxx004.jpg
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cheers!!

[Scottie]

I was thinking of getting a Ruslter VXL should I I have a 3S Lipo I want to use in it?

[kistner]

another over the top way cool rc.

[topolino]

Thank you Kistner!!


I was thinking of getting a Ruslter VXL should I I have a 3S Lipo I want to use in it?

Scottie,you can use 3s lipo! i have that batteries from my t-rex 450..i use 2 packs in my rustlers and they almost fly!!

[krimo]

Topolino does it again...that Deuce is a masterpiece of invention!:D Fantastic! Sorry for not replying sooner.

[metalmilitia206]

Man this forum is dead.... Anybody racing their Rusty's out there?