TTR Dt-10

[DCLXVI]

You can buy four NMHI rechargable AA's with a charger...your you can get a 6v 1100-1200 pack but the charger issue get more complicated...

[neilwillis]

Just regular car oil? as in the stuff you put in your engine?

[DCLXVI]

No, silicone oil...often called damper oil oe damper fluid

[shelter]

I think I will go with the HPI Type F5 Truck Wheels... As there are adapters for them, I doubt it can go wrong then.

HOWEVER, the front wheels/rims needs 3/16 x 3/8 x 1/8" unflanged bearings, TH got that size but it doesn't say if they're unflanged or not (I have no idea what it means btw). Any ideas? Will those fit the DT-10?
I also saw that I could buy aluminium washers, is that something I need or can I be without it?

[DCLXVI]

Shelter, unflanged is "fasad" in swedish I think...it means more or less that it is an ordinary bearing with flat sides (the flanged ones looks somewhat like a T)...

Problem with using the " bearings would be the inner diameter witch needs to be as close to 4 or 5 mm as possible...

[shelter]

Well, I don't really wanna order until i'm sure the rims fit. It doesn't say in the description if they fit cars that uses a pin instead of hex... I'm going insane.

[Falco]

shelter,

I have a set up HPI rims, not the F5's but they fit. you will need a set of rear wheels to get all the adapters, and you will need to redrill the axle hole in the hex adapter, but they will fit. I beleive I made a post about this early in the forum. I will try to get some pics. on the rims and adapter so you can see what I mean better. I think the only wheels that will not work, are wheel made for lois trucks, I know their cars have a funkey adapter.

[shelter]

Yeah, pics would be nice... I'm a bit curious about the front wheels also, as they're different. The F5 ones requires a bearing as I stated above. and I'm not sure it will fit.
Which HPI rims did you use yourself?

[Falco]

I have the MT Super Star wheels (two sets of rears, no fronts). I'm not sure why you would need a bearing for the front wheels, but I'll look at mine and see if it makes any sence (sp?)

[DCLXVI]

Instead of the bushings...you'll need something between the wheel and the axle...

[Falco]

don't see why the bushing wont work though...

[shelter]

Ah... Kinda like these? http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXRD77&P=7

I rather want them than the F5 ones, if I can use them on the front also I would order right away. :)

[DCLXVI]

More wear and more resistance...the car really goes better with bearing on it...

[Falco]

Ah... Kinda like these? http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXRD77&P=7

I rather want them than the F5 ones, if I can use them on the front also I would order right away. :)

should work, these are the ones I have http://www.hpiracing.com/graphics/wheels/mtss.jpg I was going to get the other ones, but lhs didn't have any in stock

[shelter]

Ok... I'll place an order on those then. But try to get those pics up as I'm quite intrested to see what it's all about.

[Falco]

Sorry, no pics today. All you need to do though is just make the center hole in the hex adapter a bit larger. The hole is too small for the DT-10 axel, I forget what size I had to redrill the hole, but HPI's site says 5mm for the TT Pro GT (and all Traxxas), so, it's probably a good size. The hex adapter already has a slot cut in the back to hold the wheel pin, so don't loose them when you change rims, you will need them. If the new rims come with a washer (mine did), use it. The washer will fit between the rim and wheel nut, with the flat side against the rim. hope that helps!

let me know how it goes

[Falco]

well, I think I may have cooked my engine. :( Any thought as to how well a .18 will fit? :D

[DCLXVI]

Sould fit nicely...I'm thinking about a .21 :D

Perhaps the new "T-Maxx" .21 (it's a .21 that fits a stock T-Maxx) fits...

[Falco]

.21 would be fun.

I'm looking at an XTM myself, not too expencive, but I still need to find a manafold that will work...

[DCLXVI]

If it is rear exhaust, look for mainfoilds that fits the AE NTC3 rear exhaust...

[shelter]

Sorry, no pics today. All you need to do though is just make the center hole in the hex adapter a bit larger. The hole is too small for the DT-10 axel, I forget what size I had to redrill the hole, but HPI's site says 5mm for the TT Pro GT (and all Traxxas), so, it's probably a good size. The hex adapter already has a slot cut in the back to hold the wheel pin, so don't loose them when you change rims, you will need them. If the new rims come with a washer (mine did), use it. The washer will fit between the rim and wheel nut, with the flat side against the rim. hope that helps!

let me know how it goes

Yeah I will... when I get the stuff, IF I get the stuff... Tower Hobbies wanted me to send all my personal/bank data to them because they couldn't verify the visa security code with my bank (TH said my bank didnt support it). As you might understand, I really don't want to do this.

[DCLXVI]

I did...faxed a copy of my credit card...I haven't been robbed yet and this was about 7 month ago...

[Falco]

If it is rear exhaust, look for mainfoilds that fits the AE NTC3 rear exhaust...

thanks for the tip, that will work!

shelter, that kind of sucks, have you tried to order for anywhere else?

[neilwillis]

Is my Radio is DEAD :confused:

Had the truck out yesterday and all of a sudden I get no power. Lucky as I was at full throttle! :eek:

Walked over took off the top and the servo is dead. And the steering servo is very weak.

Plugged in a hi-tec servo I had kicking around which I knew worked. It was ok for a minute and now that’s dead! :mad:

Is it possible that the receiver can kill servos?

I phoned the shop where I got it and told them I have only had it 3 weeks so they have said they will have a look at it for me. I am hoping they will replace the duff bits.

Any clues on this problem?

Cheers for now

Neil

[DCLXVI]

If theres a short in the reciver it is entirely possible that the servos could fry...it's sound somewhat like a longshot thought...

[neilwillis]

I know, that what i thought. Its strange. I will see what the shop says on Saturday. Hope i dont have to get a new set of radio gear.

[Falco]

well, I brought the cat and whells into work with me today, I'll try to get some pics up! and then maybe check the status on ny visa and order some stuff.... :D

[neilwillis]

Have you guys seen this web site?

http://www.slapmafro.com/

Just mad. I would never do anything like this. I just don’t have the money for the repairs!!!

Just Mad take a look if you haven’t seen it and download the movies.

[neilwillis]

Have you guys seen this web site?

http://www.slapmafro.com/

Just mad. I would never do anything like this. I just don’t have the money for the repairs!!!

Just Mad take a look if you haven’t seen it and download the movies.

[Falco]

finally got some pic's of the hex adapter and rims...

[Falco]

inside of rim...

[Falco]

the hex adapter i took the picture of is not the correct one, (just a bit bigger) but it should give you an idea of what it will look like. once you drill out the centere hole for the axel, the hex adapter will slide on to the axle and wheel pin, you can then mount ant 2.2" rim with 15mm hex adapters. If the rims you get come with a washer, use it! The ones I have need it, so the HPI mesh one probably will as well.

I took the front wheels off, and the HPI rear rims will NOT fit, I hope you didn't order them yet (may want to try RC10GT front wheels). The front axels do not use anty type of wheel pin or locking device, the wheel free spins on the bushing (or bearing). If you get new front rims, you might need a set of bushings or bearings to go with them. I would recommend bearinds, better preformance, but more maintainance. You should be able to get the bearings HPI recommende from Tower...

[shelter]

the hex adapter i took the picture of is not the correct one, (just a bit bigger) but it should give you an idea of what it will look like. once you drill out the centere hole for the axel, the hex adapter will slide on to the axle and wheel pin, you can then mount ant 2.2" rim with 15mm hex adapters. If the rims you get come with a washer, use it! The ones I have need it, so the HPI mesh one probably will as well.

I took the front wheels off, and the HPI rear rims will NOT fit, I hope you didn't order them yet (may want to try RC10GT front wheels). The front axels do not use anty type of wheel pin or locking device, the wheel free spins on the bushing (or bearing). If you get new front rims, you might need a set of bushings or bearings to go with them. I would recommend bearinds, better preformance, but more maintainance. You should be able to get the bearings HPI recommende from Tower...

I did order it... :( Maybe I can solve it somehow anyway. I Dunno.
Unless you can help me pick a front wheel quick and the right bearing and stuff so I can change the order.

[DCLXVI]

http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXD088&P=ML

Two pairs of those bearing is what you'll need...

If you orderd a pair of front and a pair of back rims and not two pairs of rears...

[shelter]

If you orderd a pair of front and a pair of back rims and not two pairs of rears...

I did order 2 pairs of rears... cause I got the impression it would work on the front also. I need a working set of front wheels now then... any hint? If I'm fast enough I might be able to change the order.

[DCLXVI]

http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXRD73&P=7

Something like that, only I don't really know witch model you bought...

[shelter]

I'll buy those and spray some silver color on them.. :D If I manage to change the order.

[DCLXVI]

http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0095p?FVPROFIL=++&FVSEARCH=hpi+f5+wheel&FVPROFIL=++

[neilwillis]

:confused: :confused:

Well I only have one option left.

The shop said it was a couple of dead servos. Got some new ones and I STILL have the same problem although the throttle servo now works and I put some oil on the steering joints to loosen up the linkages.

I am getting loads of interference and the car has a mind of its own. I tried a new receiver and got the same results, so it can only be the crystal or the transmitter!

What a pain in the ass

:confused: :confused:

[DT-10 basher]

my receiver kept dying and putting the failsafe on, but i mounted it on its side with the crystal pointing up the ways and it works fine now.

[neilwillis]

Its a real pain. I tried two receivers and I get the same problem.

Going to try a friend’s transmitter in the morning and see.

[DCLXVI]

I have my money on the crystal...you sould use some dampening material under the reciver at all times...

[neilwillis]

I keep it in a balloon, but i guess if a little damp got i it would stay in.

[shelter]

It's been said before, the most common reason for "zombie servos" are broken crystals. It should say in the manual that you need something under the receiver so the crystals and the receiver don't break, unfortunatly it doesn't.

[neilwillis]

Well I tried every combination:

My RX with a different TX,
Different set of crystals,
My TX with a Different TX.

The only thing to try is a set of thunder tiger crystals as I seem to remember its best to stick with ones made for the RX/TX.

I now have it running on a borrowed Radio set. Only thing is it's a trigger TX :eek: Takes a bit of getting use to.

[DT-10 basher]

i am making somespiked tyres by pushing drawing oins through my old set of tyres, to give me some more grip on grass.
will this put any uneccesary strain on the engine or anything else?

[DT-10 basher]

i am making somespiked tyres by pushing drawing oins through my old set of tyres, to give me some more grip on grass.
will this put any uneccesary strain on the engine or anything else?

[DT-10 basher]

i am making somespiked tyres by pushing drawing oins through my old set of tyres, to give me some more grip on grass.
will this put any uneccesary strain on the engine or anything else?

[shelter]

Heh, neat idea.. then you can do some iceracing :P

Well, I honestly don't know the answer to your question... try and see how it goes. You will probably notice if the engine/car doesn't like it.

[DT-10 basher]

will do that and see
had a bit of a crash today doin a few high speed runs up and down the car park then it flipped over and snapped the top corner off the rear suspension mount, lukily the shocks are alright, yet again another trip to the lhs.

[shelter]

Towerhobbies FINALLY sent my order after some out of stock problems and stuff. It's on it's way to sweden now. I hope it arrives fairly quickly because I want to run my car damn it. :mad:

[DCLXVI]

What kind of delivery did you chose?

[shelter]

Air ofcourse... otherwise it would take too long.

[DCLXVI]

Good

[DT-10 basher]

the heads on the screws that hold the engine block in place are crap, are there any others that you can use that dont strip so easily

[neilwillis]

Hi Guys,

Does anyone know of a website where I can buy a Tuned Exhaust System (PD6016)

Mine is leaking and the threads are warn from trying to stop it, and my support arm broke off today, so its best I just get a new Kit.

Cheers

Neil

[DCLXVI]

Get one made for the Team Associated NTC3 Side Exhaust version...that should fit and be MUCH easier to find (www.towerhobbies.com for example)...

[Falco]

Ace Hobbies dealer list (http://www.acehobby.com/acehobby/dealers/dealers.asp)

some are online stores, you'll have to check if they will ship to where you live.

[shelter]

I think www.towerhobbies.com got everything you need really. The hard part is to figure out if things fit or not but that's what we're here for... :)
I wish TH had more TTR stuff tho'.. would make things alot easier.

[neilwillis]

Thanks for the advice.

I decided to go with Antics ( http://www.anticsonline.co.uk/898_1_1105854.html )

They are not bad prices and can get it to me in a few days. Plus there is no BIG shipping charge from the US. You guys might want to try them. I just put the part number in the search page and it came up.


Cheers


Neil

[shelter]

Wheee... my stuff arrived today. Time to play... :p

DCLXVI:
Heh, fick ju betala 300:- i moms oxo, klart arlanda måste tjäna en slant... blah.

[DT-10 basher]

i am goin on holidays soon and will bring my car to bash around on the beach and whatnot, does anybody have any ideas of what spares i should bring or any tips for driving on the beach etc. thanks

[shelter]

ARRHGHH... looks like the bearings was 0.1mm too small or something.. they don't fit the front wheelmount.

Any ideas? It certainly look like they will fit by comparing them with the TTR brushings. But they don't... :mad:

[shelter]

The wheels have to wait. :( I dunno how to make the front ones fit... I need custom made brushings or something for those rims. I can't drill out the holes in the rims to make them fit the TTR brushings either because it will destroy the rim since the TTR brushings are too big. Other ideas are still welcome tho'.

On the good side, I mounted the replacement HiTec HS-625MG steering servo (what a damn job, had to ask my dad for help on that) and took the car out for a spin.... It runs better than ever for some reason.. No problems at all.

But the front wheel thing bothers me a bit... :(

[neilwillis]

:mad:

Ok,

who has some good tips for sealing the exhaust?

I have tried many time and its leaking from the engine/manifold. I purchased a new exhaust kit and fitted it today. One of the screws didn’t go in properly and I think its rounded the thread on the manifold. I used some Hermtite on the gasket and its still leaking and picking up every stone, every blade of grass, every atom and the just so dirty.

Any clues or tips? I am well hacked off!

Thanks

Neil

[shelter]

I probably need 2 pairs of 5x11mm bearings. The 3/16x3/8" bearings I bought does NOT fit the DT-10 (luckily I only bought 2 of them), since that's 4,76x9,52mm.

According to this page (http://www.hpiracing.com/wheels/wheels-t.htm) it's the 5x11mm bearings I should use even tho' the 11mm part doesn't really make any sense.

[shelter]

:mad:
Ok, who has some good tips for sealing the exhaust?


I had the exhaust/pipe coming loose from the engine just like you.
The gasket between the engine and the exhaust was destroyed so I went to see if they had any gaskets but they were out of stock. They suggested I make a temporary gasket from an empty milk package but I went a step further than that and bought real gasket material that could stand 225C.

And I haven't replaced the gasket I made out of that material yet... :) It haven't leaked and works like a charm!

Make sure those long screws that holds everything together are ok, and put some locktite on them but make sure it doesn't leak before doing so.
And if you decide to buy gasket material, make sure it's pretty thin (think milk package thickness)... if it's too thick it will affect the engine in a bad way.

Good luck...

[LazeR_88]

i went to my lhs yesterday, bougth new fuel, bearings, batteries, and the best of them all, Steelgear! a replacement for the cast aluminium gear in the transmission.. the alu one was nearly worn out, with a modified stock engine.. but that problem is solved with a hardened steel unit now, cheap improvement, 55 sek (6 dollars). the small diffgears is fine, no sign of wear at all :) on to the running, ran fine all the day with som nice and high jumps :D so high that the front bulkhead complained for the second time now, im thinking about making a bullet proof 7075 alu bulkhead... bye bye, hej då.... onna sleep now..

[DT-10 basher]

i am goin on holidays soon and will bring my car to bash around on the beach and whatnot, does anybody have any ideas of what spares i should bring or any tips for driving on the beach etc. thanks
please read the quote

[LazeR_88]

please read the quote



spur gear, definitely... every moving part on your car wear faster when you drive it in sand. hopefully the sand is soft enough to absorb impacts from high jumps, so anything wont be damaged..

[DCLXVI]

Alot of air filter oil...and be generous...also a fuel filter would be nice...

A fail-safe would be good to have (nothing like having your truck ending up in the ocean because the reciver though it would be pretty neat to take a break)...

I'd get a rear bulk head to, just in case (I've had a bad habit of breaking those)...

[DT-10 basher]

i already have a failsafe so im alright there.
the reaer bulkhead, is that the bit that the diff is in or the aluminium shock tower bit.

also im gettin some sandpaws from proline and the tractagator ones maybe, has anyone used these, are they good :confused:

[DCLXVI]

Yes, the bulk head are the diff cover, the thing the shock tower (the alu bit) attaches to)...

Sandpaws:

http://dclxvi.no-ip.info/images/photos/small/IMG_249.jpg

Results in this:

http://dclxvi.no-ip.info/images/photos/small/IMG_251.jpg

Witch is really nice... :D

The TracTaGator are really good to but on grass...not that good on sand as the pins are to small...(narrow, they are long but still to small if you follow)...

[shelter]

Heya.... It's just me, back from the wheel and rim land. :)

I bought 2 pairs of 10x5mm bearings and I will drill out the hole in the rim to 10mm (it's 9,7mm now), I just need one of those special drills that makes flat holes if you know what I mean (the drill itself is flat too). Wish me luck on that one.. I could really use one of those "stationary gimlets" too... but well.. hopefully I can manage without it. :rolleyes:

I also sprayed the rims with silver spray.. and I sprayed some lacquer on them after as protection but it destroyed the silver paint... so I have to use something else to make the rims in silver. :o

[DT-10 basher]

will definately be getting me some of those sandpaws now, thanks for that next week pay is already gone.

[DCLXVI]

Next weeks pay? I get paid by the month...the 25th every month I get my money...luckely I might add...otherwise I'd get evicted for not paying the rent and so on...

Shelter: I don't think that there are any good way of painting the wheel silver/chrome that will last...you can color the rim with textile color and boiling water but spray paint won't last long...

[shelter]

Hmm... the wheel/rim **** is going bad. The rear wheels will probably fit.. but the front ones are a totaly different story. I should've gone with the stock wheels, would've saved me a lot of time and stuff.

I think i'll wait some with the front wheels and focus on the rear ones first.

[DT-10 basher]

im only 16 so im startin my job next week so will get payed and get my car goin for my hols.
the stock wheel swould have been easier from the amount of stuff youve posted on gettin and adjusting the other rims.

[DCLXVI]

Yeah...sorry about missleading you :(

[shelter]

I will let this picture speak for itself (I made a roll in the grass):
http://wilderness.concepts.nl/~shelter/DT10-b0rked.jpg

What is that thing called anyway (it's the front wheel thing)? And where can I get the replacement parts?

[DCLXVI]

That is the C-hub...I have no idea what TTR calls it...

[shelter]

Anyone broken this then? I hope there's a replacement for it otherwise I'm f*cked.

EDIT:
Looks like they call the replacement "Thunder Tiger 1:10 Knuckle Arm Bag DT10 (PD0442)". I wonder where I can buy that in sweden?

[DCLXVI]

Hmmm...I've broken it twice I think...look at www.carrocar.se and go to Support -> Sprängskisser...there are the manual (with spare parts list) for the DT-10...then you can search in the Produktguiden after the part to see what it costs...

[shelter]

I found it.. it's 126 SEK... hrm.. nice price for some plastic :(. The closest reseller here is a toystore... oh well.. We'll see who I get it from.

[DT-10 basher]

my engine (tt15) is running really hot so that the fuel evapourates in the carb and the engine cuts out. the big needle is at 4 turns.

also how can you stiffen the susspension so that it sits higher and doesnt 'squat' as much.

[DCLXVI]

1. What glow plug are you running? If the stock one...try and replace it with a OS #8 or a QickFire F7 and the engine should run much better...

2. Fill the shocks with some thicker oil (30 or 40wt) and get some stronger springs or adjust the ones you have...

[DT-10 basher]

i am using a navarossi special cold plug, also i checked the backplate for am air leak but none all fine

[DCLXVI]

I don't think you should be using a clod plug...try getting one of the plugs I suggested...preferably the QickFire F7...

[DT-10 basher]

it works fine but could it be causeing the engine to get that hot

[DCLXVI]

IIRC, a cold plug makes the engine run hot and a warm plug makes the engine run cool...the cold/warm marking refers to the ambient temperature, not engine temperature but this is as I said, if I recall correctly...

[DT-10 basher]

i have a diff navarossi plug that is warmer i think, not sure, with it the engine would cut out after i started it, so the lhs man put the cold one in.

[DCLXVI]

What nitro precentage are you running?

If you can find the F7 plug without looking to hard, try it, it doesn't cost that much...remember that you'll probably have to adjust your carb after changeing the plug...

[DT-10 basher]

16%, when i use the normal 'warm' navarossi plug the engine will run and cut out straight away, thats why the cold one was put in so it would run alright,

[DT-10 basher]

i think i might have found what was wrong, i posted my troubles on the nitro forum and they said to clean the carb so i had a look into that and when i removed the big needle there was a piece of grass sticking out of the fuel nipple thing where the fuel goes in, i pulled it out and there was a load off fluff on it, so i hope its all good.

P.S, my lhs doesnt sell fuel filters as he thinks they are crap and leak all the time. :confused:

P.P.S have ordered some sandpaws and trac ta gator tyres, yay fun on holidays beach bashing

[DCLXVI]

Hmmm...get a fuel filter from somewhere else...

[DT-10]

I just got a Thunder Tiger DT-10 off the internet, I was woundering if it is a good truck for a my first nitro truck? How much does the DT-10 cost cause I bid on mine in Ebay...

Do you think that hobby town has the parts I need for the DT-10...

I was woundering what the glow starter was used for, could some one hit me up on a little bit more information on this car.

I also was woundering if having a pull start is a pain. My cousin said that they are a pain to start and all of that good stuff.... He has the electric starter on his traxxas nitro sport... He just got into them not too long ago and I know more than he does.

He takes things apart and does not know how to fix them. He busted his whole rear shock tower and then his rear A-arm and he took it apart and the lugs were spinning on the car and he thought he did not have them tight enough. So I new what the problem was right away. I like to read up on nitro and those little X-mods that you get from radio shack...

[smokes]

Hi i'm new toi the nitro scene, i was wondering which truck would be best. i can get the DT10 with a acoms radio packadge, or the EK4 with some cheap radio i've never herd of. also i've been told that the ek4 is more fragile then the dt10, has anyone else herd this?
you all seem pretty gend up and i've read 90% of this forum and the dt10 seems a good bet, but i thought i'd ask just to be safe.
Smokes

[shelter]

Hi i'm new toi the nitro scene, i was wondering which truck would be best. i can get the DT10 with a acoms radio packadge, or the EK4 with some cheap radio i've never herd of. also i've been told that the ek4 is more fragile then the dt10, has anyone else herd this?
you all seem pretty gend up and i've read 90% of this forum and the dt10 seems a good bet, but i thought i'd ask just to be safe.
Smokes

It all depends on how and where you drive your truck really. Tighten the screws on the truck, apply some locktite on them. Maybe make a rollcage... and you should be pretty safe. :)

I've had some problems with my truck lately but nothing that's not fixable. I think it has to do with the something in the "gearbox" again... I'm just too lazy to look at it.

But I like the DT-10, it's not hard to get original parts for it either.

[shelter]

I just got a Thunder Tiger DT-10 off the internet, I was woundering if it is a good truck for a my first nitro truck? How much does the DT-10 cost cause I bid on mine in Ebay...

Do you think that hobby town has the parts I need for the DT-10...

I was woundering what the glow starter was used for, could some one hit me up on a little bit more information on this car.

I also was woundering if having a pull start is a pain. My cousin said that they are a pain to start and all of that good stuff.... He has the electric starter on his traxxas nitro sport... He just got into them not too long ago and I know more than he does.

He takes things apart and does not know how to fix them. He busted his whole rear shock tower and then his rear A-arm and he took it apart and the lugs were spinning on the car and he thought he did not have them tight enough. So I new what the problem was right away. I like to read up on nitro and those little X-mods that you get from radio shack...

Dunno about the price these days, sorry!

You must put the glow starter on the glow plug to be able to start the engine since it's the only way to ignite it. You just charge the glow starter, it contains a battery...

Pullstart engines are quite easy to start once you get used to it. You can start it in one or two short pulls if you're lucky/good. :)

And if you can't put something you've taken apart together again, R/C stuff is not for you.

[smokes]

i've decided to go with the DT10, you guys all seem pretty helpful if anything went wrong :) . anywayz another couple of things to ask:

1. can i run the car on aircraft standard fuel 10% nitro? coz i goit my aircraft in storage in england and i got all this fuel thats useless because i can't transport it.

2. theres loads about wheels and tires, now can i buy extra standard wheels and fit new tires on them rather then do all the fiddeling, or is there a better looking set with only a little work. i wanna get mashers, they look cool and reviews say there tough.

3. i wanna give my truck 2 looks, standard stadium. and Monster truck beefy look :cool: , is this possible with a little bit of shock work and the mashers? will it ride high enough?

4. and last but not least. is it easy to aggust the shocks for a begginer. i am aiming at engeneering so i know a little about hand work.

anywayz catch yall l8r
Smokes

[DCLXVI]

You should be able to run on 10%, as long as the fuel has enough oil in it (atleast 15%) but the engine will run better on about 20-25%...

The shocks are really a no-brainer...and it's possible to give the truck a higher stand by just by moving the shocks to other holes...

I think that the EK-4 are a more impressive truck, it is doulbe the price though...and not as forgiving to newcommers...

I don't know about the rims but Kyosho ST rims (Ultima ST rims) should be really easy to fit, just a hex adaptor and some drilling, fronts may be with a different bearing diameter though...that is the biggest problem, getting rims for the front, but the stock ones works, they seem a bit fragile though...

[smokes]

DCLXVI: which rims do you have? also i ment to say "ssk monster truck". bit confused sorry, but i've decided the DT10 :) because of the nicer radio gear i can get. i want to ride on all sorts of terrain (sand, gravel, dirt, asphalt and maby in the winter snow.) i thought the mashers looked good heavy duty tires. anyways i got alot to learn before i start modding. just can't wait to get the car, got 18 days and it's killing me waiting.

[shelter]

i've decided to go with the DT10, you guys all seem pretty helpful if anything went wrong :) . anywayz another couple of things to ask:

1. can i run the car on aircraft standard fuel 10% nitro? coz i goit my aircraft in storage in england and i got all this fuel thats useless because i can't transport it.

2. theres loads about wheels and tires, now can i buy extra standard wheels and fit new tires on them rather then do all the fiddeling, or is there a better looking set with only a little work. i wanna get mashers, they look cool and reviews say there tough.

3. i wanna give my truck 2 looks, standard stadium. and Monster truck beefy look :cool: , is this possible with a little bit of shock work and the mashers? will it ride high enough?

4. and last but not least. is it easy to aggust the shocks for a begginer. i am aiming at engeneering so i know a little about hand work.

anywayz catch yall l8r
Smokes


1. As long it is 10% nitro fuel (the % doesn't really matter but 10% is good for the DT-10 Engine) and not methanol fuel or something. Go with Red Alert or model technics nitro fuel.

2. Go with standard rims and just buy any type 2.2 truck wheel that you like, they will all fit (I think :)). However if you're going to have big front wheels you might wanna consider a better steering servo later on (if you go with the RTR version that is).

3. Not sure about the shocks... but when you get bigger wheels you will get the monster truck look. You can also get a different body if you like.

4. Don't know, haven't really needed to do that yet. When it breaks, I'll look at the shocks some more. :)

Hope this helps!

[DT-10]

I am a newbe with nitro cars, I just bought a Thunder Tiger DT-10 off of Ebay, and It was a good deal...

What all do I need to start out on my car, I know that I need gas that about all and a the thing to ignite it I forgot the name of that... How do you use that glow starter to start it. Do you need it on the car while you drive it or what...

Were can I get parts for my DT-10? Will hobby town work.

Aaron

[smokes]

the glowplug starter is only attached when when you start the car. sorry i don't know about hobby town. i'm knew aswell but i know how to start it. how much your dt10 cost?

[smokes]

this seems to be the only place on the net for ttr dt10. anyone got any videos? sorry for the double post

[DT-10]

like 150.00 plus shippin and handling that was 20.00


And how do you install the radio into your car? Is it hard?

[DCLXVI]

http://dclxvi.no-ip.info -> videos...

[DCLXVI]

http://dclxvi.no-ip.info -> videos...

I can post more info tomorrow...now I'm off to bed...the time is 3:30 AM now...

[shelter]

And how do you install the radio into your car? Is it hard?

Not really... the servos can be a bit tricky to install sometimes but it depends on how you do it. It's all in the manual.

[DCLXVI]

For a good allround tire I really recommend the GeoLandar from HPI and for grass the TracTaGator from Pro-Line are outstanding...

I'm curretly using the stock wheels but I am looking for replacements...either some dish wheels from Kyosho or some spoke wheels from HPI...

Servos can be hard to get centered properly...you need to be careful that you turn everything on before attaching the servo horn to the sevo so that you place it centered...

[DT-10 basher]

back from my holidays, had a great time bashing on the beach and in the dunes, nice jumps, managed to bend a shock shaft, suspension tower(back),strip three spur gears(this ended the fun) and pop an a-arm at the front. all in all a great time, just a trip to the lhs now to spend some more money. :(

[dirtbike]

Hey guys, since i had this truck before and it seems this thread is always active, i Created a forum for this truck on my website and i'm hopeing you guys can maybe use it, its up to you. Heres the link to my DT-10 forum. http://rcads.proboards18.com/index.cgi?board=thundertiger&action=display&num=1089749226&start=0

[cheekyboygra]

Hi. im new to this site and to the world of nitro r/c cars (well r/c cars full stop).

I have just purchased a dt 10 beetle dune buggy. (same as stadium truck but different shell)

I have run 3 tanks of fuel through the car but now it does not seem to want to run. It stall as soon as i accelerate. Any help you can give me?

Also does anyone know of online shops that stock new boby shells?

Thanks for all help :)

[shelter]

I have run 3 tanks of fuel through the car but now it does not seem to want to run. It stall as soon as i accelerate. Any help you can give me?


Read the forum, change the glowplug to start with.. go with an OS #8 glowplug.

[DT-10 basher]

while i was on holidays my cousin was drivin my car and the radio glitched on more or less full throttle, it drove up a ramp diagonally next to a curved wall it drove up this went flying in the air somehow doing cartwheels and landed without a dent, woohoo. :eek:

[DT-10]

Can any one tell me the things I need to do to my car b-4 I go and run it. It is brand new I know I have to break it in but I do not know how too do that I'm new the the r/c world I know a little,

I fix my cousin's car all the time... The 1st day he got his he broke the rear shock tower, he has the (Traxxas Nitro Sport)... He cracked the servo when he wrecked the 2nd time, and I think he broke it in rong because it runs like crap it is only 1 mounth old and he has not has 5 tanks of gas threw it yet...

[cheekyboygra]

Thanks for this. Ill try it and see what happens

[smokes]

man 12 days to go till i get my car, i really can't wait, :D it's killen me. thanks for the videos, thats a nice site you got there. where can i get different bodies? can i use a vacume molder and make my own? also what screws need locktite when i first get it? and which ones just need tightining? thanx Smokes

[DCLXVI]

Bodies? www.towerhobbies.com for one, almost every hobbyshop has differnet bodies...
You could make your own but I guess that would be time consuming and expencive...

[DT-10]

Does any one have tips on how to break in my car??? How many tanks of gas do I use before I turn my carb? I got my DT-10 off of Ebay and I do not know if it comes with the book...


Does any 1/10 tires fit on the DT-10??? I want to get some road tires, how much do the road tires cost?

[DCLXVI]

Break in...run a couple of tanks on a really rich setting and then you can lean it out little by little untill you have ran about one litre, then you can tune for power...

Any 2,2" stadium truck tires fits the srock rims...

[cheekyboygra]

Bodies? www.towerhobbies.com for one, almost every hobbyshop has differnet bodies...
You could make your own but I guess that would be time consuming and expencive...
I have looked on this website. None of the shells are listed as Thunder Tiger. Which ones would fit a DT10?

[DCLXVI]

Basicaly antone that says 1/10 but not T-Maxx/Savage...you can often see the lenght/width/wheelbase on Tower, just compare that to the truck...

[smokes]

http://www.beatyourtruck.com/rides-stadium.html anyone wanna post pics of dt10 here? i've looked through thousands of Stadium trucks, but i can't find any dt10s!! discrimination :( i'd like to see more of them on the net. DCLXVI has a brilliant website but it didn't show up in a serch on google. anyway i need to get my car...

[DCLXVI]

I've found my page on Google before...

[DT-10 basher]

hey all, i got some tractagator tyres from proline today and new shocks and oil ect looks like new so im away to trash it tommorow at the local forest. :D

[DCLXVI]

Try the gators on grass, they are insane :eek:

What "w" oil did you get?

[DT-10 basher]

just the s**ty stuff that comes with it cause my lhs doesnt stock shock fluid, but i put the piston with only one hole on and lots of spacers so its preety stiff, also i raised the back suspension loads.

[DT-10 basher]

on your website , did you paint the white proline label on the side, i know that its there but they are black now

[DCLXVI]

You mean in on the tire? Yes, the paint won't stay long on the rears but the fronts lasts long...

[smokes]

can any one tell me what i need to do when i first get the truck? which screws need tightining and locktightining. 10 days to go aghh.. the suspence is killing me

[sludog]

I heard a story from a shop owner that a kid locktightning a glow plug in his brand new t-maxx.

[smokes]

he he he.....

[DCLXVI]

Basically, all screws that threads into metal needs to be "locktited"...

[DT-10]

How do you locktight your screws? I'm new too this hobby, and I do not know much stuff about them. The DT-10 is my 1st truck.

[DCLXVI]

You buy some threadlock (LHS, hardware store ect.) then you put it on the screw then you tighten the screw...

Don't buy the strongest thread lock you can find, buy the mildest...

[DT-10]

I went to the hobby store today to get a glow starter got my car and I do not know what one too get. I need some help here, and also what kind of gas should I use in my car? I have not got my car yet, I will be geting it any day now... I looked at the hobby store and I was looking for bodies for my car cause I really do not like the one that is on it, I want to get a truck body or something like that... Do you have to order them or something..

Thanks for the help DCLXVI - And also what screws should I lock-tight?

[smokes]

Basically, all screws that threads into metal needs to be "locktited"...

it's written above :)

[DCLXVI]

Remember, that also means that the screw that holds the ball-joints needs to be threadlocked...I've lost a dog bone just because the rear upper "A-Arm" unscrewed and came loose...

[cheekyboygra]

I have now run 5 tanks of fuel through my car. Problem is the car is now busted. The engine runs and when I throttle it, it revs really well, but the wheels just dont move. When braking there are no brakes either. When I push the car I have noticed the cogs behind the engine do not move. WHAT HAVE I DONE!! and any advice on how to rectify?

[smokes]

I GOT MY CAR :) my parents went and got it early :). i'm so happy. just adding radio gear and stareing in disbelif. can't wait to drive it. catch yall soon Smokes

[smokes]

this is my new car :) shiney wheels and all. can't run it yet the store was out of glow starters gotta wait 2-3 days for that :(

[DCLXVI]

I have now run 5 tanks of fuel through my car. Problem is the car is now busted. The engine runs and when I throttle it, it revs really well, but the wheels just dont move. When braking there are no brakes either. When I push the car I have noticed the cogs behind the engine do not move. WHAT HAVE I DONE!! and any advice on how to rectify?

The set screws that holds the drive cups to the out drives are loose...you need to fasten them with thread-lock...

[DCLXVI]

Btw, I had a blast yesterday, I was int the quarry that I've shot some of the videos in...the truck is like oiled lightning with the OS engine...and the duratrax damper works really good to...

[DT-10 basher]

i now have the trac ta gator tyres on my car with new clutch shoes, whenever im driving on the grass and hit near to full throttle it tries to die so i have to let off the throttle, it is also heating up a bit again.

P.S: can u put a fourstroke in and if so which one, or what would be the best replacement engine for a good price?

[DCLXVI]

I don't think that there are any fourstrokers available that fits...on the full gas problem I can't help you but you can try to adjust your needle...close it about 1/8 turn...

[DT-10 basher]

im gonna tear down my carb cause it was the source of my last problem with the overheating :confused:

[DT-10]

I have not got my car yet, I had my dad Email the dude off of Ebay too see were it is at. I waited almost 2 weeks, it should not take that long. I paid $20.00 for shiping and handling for this thing, for that much I could of got it in 2 - 3 days...

I also am woundering what GLOW STARTER shold I use for my car, I do not know much about them yet...

B-4 I got into Nitro Cars I had those little X-mods that you get from radio shack, they go fast for how small they are... Now I am in to the Nitro Trucks I was going to save up for the REVO but then I decided get something that not many people have...

How much did u all pay for your car.. I got mine brand new off of Ebay, I just have to out the servo's in it, get a glow starter, and gas, and then I'm on my way.

[DCLXVI]

I got mine brand new in the store...I got the RTR version, paid about $360...

[smokes]

i've put my reciver wrapped in foam and sealed in a baloon, underneath the topshelf look at my pic.
this is because i dont intend on removing th reciver as much as the battries. is this wrong and can it damadge my reciver in anyway? also the shocks seem a bit soft how do i stiffen them.
Thanx Smokes :cool:

p.s i got my car for £200 including artr DT10, acoms radio set, rechargeable glowplug starter, 1/2 gallon of fuel, spare glow plug.

[DT-10 basher]

1.i got my dt-10 rtr in the shop with everything, also i have the receiver on the top and batteries on the bottom and both have a ballon and foam under the receiver.

2. i got some new shocks and put the piston with one hole in it now the shocks are so much stiffer, also i have alot of the wee clips on them.

3. what would be a good engine upgrade, i was thinking maybe the epic .18, saw a reveiw for it in a magazine

[DCLXVI]

This is my list for hop ups:



Fix:
1. Ballon reciver...
2. Put foam under the reciver...
3. Threadlock everything...

Replace:
1. Install a fail-safe and do it NOW!
2. Install a fuel filter...also important
3. HiTec HS 545 steering servo (the 625/645 would be better but I don't think it really worth it)
4. HiTec HS 525 throttle servo (no need to go above here, just that the stock one tends to get worn quick)
5. A recargable reciver pack are very nice to have, it'll last longer to!
Optional:
1. Engine, I have the OS .15 CV-R, I don't think I need more power, I have problem steering as I accelerate anyway, and I have geard it more for top speed!
2. The DuraTrax shocks I have are nice, not neccecary though...the stocker are fine...

I'd suggest you put the reciver pack under the tray since it will lower the CoG alot...but you're spot on regarding the ballon!
Where are you going to run? The shocks should be soft if you run in rough off-road...I had mine set up so it was at the top of the damper stroke but it handeled like crap...but for on-roadish (soccer field, smooth lawn) it'll work...

All the replace stuff are optional exept for the fail-safe and I can't stress this enough, it's probable that you will spend more money on your first run away than you'll do on the fail-safe...the fuel filter are really nice to...nothing like finding sand grains in it and realise that you have prevented the engine form going insta-toast...

I'm sure that I forgot something...
Ah, if you get mad cracking rear bulk heads, build a rollcage, 3mm brass wire does the trick...

[DT-10 basher]

if i got a receiver pack where does it fit and which ones are good? Also backing up what DCLXVI said get a failsafe!!!!!!!! :eek: it will kepp you happy from not having a runaway :D

[DCLXVI]

Where the pack fits depends on what pack you get...I think that the one I have are 6v 2/3 AA in a hump pack, it's about the same size as the normal pack...

[smokes]

I just did my first tank of fuel, really fun but just drove it on the road up and down to break it in. the tiny nut holding the throttle rod to the servo came off :eek: thank god the break worked that well. acceleration is to die for my first nitro car but hey it picks up faster then my really old electric car and i'm running really rich to break in. how much does a failsafe cost? and were does it fit?. man can't wait till tommorow. i didn't relise the engine was that loud in the .1* size. anyway what a brilliant hobby i've started getting into. :D

[DT-10 basher]

great stuff, as amny people have said put loctite on everything even the little nuts like that.
a failsafe connects between the throttle servo wire and the receiver, then you set it to put on full brakes or something and thats it.
i got mine for 15 pounds

[smokes]

was that off the net?

[smokes]

2nd 3rd and 4th tank so far today. thats of my rich olie run in fuel. had accedental air of a speed bump. :cool: really can't wait to run propally. i'm going to run on ruffish land so i'll leave the shocks. i've been wasting my wheels donuts on tarmac :o but there still fine :p . i really love this car :). but i'm really scared of a run away so i'll pickup a failsafe soon. how far can i go? i'm keeping it within 20-25 meters since i'm scared of the signal loss. anyway best go have fun bye :)

[DCLXVI]

You shouldn't worry about signal loss due to range, the transmitter goes a few hundred meters...

[smokes]

thanx,

[DT-10]

I have not got my car yet, my dad called the guy up today he has not sent the car yet. He said he would send it first thing today, So I might get it tomarrow.

Also I was woundering when I break in my car if I should go slow and not give alout of gas to it or do both...

Also I was woundering how many batteries fit in the the controler and the car?

[smokes]

mine takes 12 AA 8 in the controller and 4 in the reciver box. for my breakin i did both but i just read the book, it says just take it on a flat errane and run 5 tanks of the richist fuel.

[DT-10]

Ok thanks alout...

[DT-10 basher]

theres smoke coming out of what seems to be the engine head but my friend seems to think that it comin from the pullstart, is the gasket on the backplate sufficiant for sealing it, or should i put some silicone sealent stuff on???? :confused:

[smokes]

i accedentally flipped today :)

[DT-10 basher]

well my friend drove my car up a tree and flipped it :eek:

[DT-10]

I can't wait I get my car today, its going to be cool. I am also woundering what kind of glow plug I have to use for it, also can I get it at Hobbytown?

[smokes]

i love my car, took it off road yesterday and wow was it fun. i think it overheats too quickly in this weather 35C plus. is there any way i could keep it cool? with the body on. i can only run half a tank of fuel then it stalls and won't start till it's cooler. but without the body it seems fine. could i make a hole in the windscreen of my body so air is pulled over the heatsink? will it work? ne wayz gtg have fun
Smokes :cool:
P.S i think all nitro stocking hobby stores will have glow :rolleyes: plugs.
P.P.S my glow plugs are made by a company called Fireball. has anyone heard of them?

[smokes]

also i got a GWS FS-1 failsafe from my hobby store 15 english pounds. works a treat i don't have to be scared af low batteries anymore YAY :)

[DT-10 basher]

sounds good, its great when u get a failsafe, my engine has been overheating lately aswell. does anybody know if spraying your engine with WD40 to clean it is harmful or could lead to it overheating?

[DT-10]

I finally got my car today, I am so thrilled. I have to put in my servo's I am havin trouble with it. I can't wait until I get to drive it, and until I break it all in... It is gonig to be cool. The stock SHOCKS STINK. I think I am going to get new, what kind can I fit on it?

I had these 2 black washer looking things that fell out of my car and I do not know what they are, does any one know what they might be and if so were would they go, I had spent an hour looking for were they went.

When I get my car going I will tell ya all what I think. Easy to pull start. I did it like 3 times. 1st or 2nd pull it started but can't wait to hit the road...

[DT-10 basher]

about those washers i did the same thing, i ended up throwing them away, at the front of the car where the two big screws are that hold the servo tray in, they go under there, if you notice as you screw down without them the servo tray bends down. hope that helped.

[smokes]

today i was driving again as usual, and i did a few jumps. but then my car started making a scratching sound when still and then when it was going it made the sound intermitently, so i thought i'd stop, go home and check it out. to my horror when i took the back box off i found that i'd shredded a part of the large diff pulley gear :mad: . i was wondering if i can buy just this part, and not the whole box, also are there any stronger ones out there? i've only had my car 4 days now and this is anoying. has anyone else done this yet?
Smokes :cool:

[DCLXVI]

The part is offered as a replacement including the spider gears and the small cover, the spare are much stronger, made of another (harder) material...

[smokes]

has anyone else stripprd there first one. also whats the proper part number?

[DT-10]

yeah me, 1 day old. Made me mad. I have to get a new one, is there any way that I can fix it with out geting a new one.

Aaron

[smokes]

I don't think it's fixable looking at mine. i think antics do it but there's no picture so i don't want to get the wrong bit.
how different is the car on different tires? does it spin as much?
anyway i'm off to go sob at my diff casing :(

[DT-10]

were can I get a diff, I need a web site. were do all of you order your stuff. I'm so mad mine broke the 1st day I get it. I was takin it nice and easy on it and it started to grind. I hope I do not have to pay 28 dollers for a new one...

Does any one know were I can get one for a cheap price?

Thanks alout.

[DCLXVI]

I don't know where to get it (where are you from) but here's a blow out diagram: http://ca.mallverkstan.net/sprangskisser/pdf/DT10.pdf

[smokes]

i got my gear :) more fun now. i got different part numbers out here in cyprus. it is PD0370 but here it's BD1940 strange anyway it's sorted cost £3 british pounds catch y'all soon
Smokes :cool:

[DT-10]

The gear inside of my DIFF are broke, I do not what it is called, they are the smallest ones inside of the diff. Could some one help me out. I also was woundering if I could fit a diff gear in there other than the thunder tiger one. Like a traxxas or something like that or will it not work. Need my part soon, I am bumin it only had 5 hour all
togeather.

That car is great fun. But I can not keep it running I pull the trigger a little bit in and it stalls can some one help me out. Think it is the carb is to lean or something. I already had 5 tanks of gas threw it.

Thanks alout
Aaron

[DCLXVI]

It sounds as you are to rich...does it rev up before dying or does it bog? If it revs up you are to lean and if it bogs you are to rich...

[DT-10]

yeah rev's up b-4 dying what way do I turn it to make it more lean I did not get the book with my car.

[smokes]

turn the carb screw (big one) anticlockwise to rich, clockwise to lean. i'm strippen my car completely so it looks new for my b-day (wed).my engine keeps overheating really easly how do i stop it? does more nitro in the fuel keep it cooler?
any back to car assembly :)
Smokes :cool:
p.s thanx for the blow up diagram it is v.helpful :)

[DT-10 basher]

i have found the source of my engine overheating, my new trac ta gator tyres(the ones with the studs) have to much grip so the engine bogs down on hard aceleration then it heats up loads??????????????? anybody else have this problem? would shaving down the studs help?

[DCLXVI]

If it revs before dying you are to lean and should turn the needle counter clockwise to richen it...try 1/8 of a turn at a time and make sure the engine is warm when you tune it...

To make the engine run cooler, try 20% nitro and a QuikFire F6 or F7 plug if you can find it...otherwise you can try a OS #8, they should be easier to come by...

[DT-10]

I need a web site to buy these parts I got the number that I need (Part # - pd0370) Could some one please help me out so I can buy this part. Thanks alout... I do not need british pounds neather. Thanks

Aaron

[DCLXVI]

http://www.modelsport.co.uk

[smokes]

.21 engine for £65 pounds is that good or average?

[cheekyboygra]

I have had an accident with my DT10. I hit a wall (sideways) at high speed. It bent the back wheel inwards slightly. I have bent it back to shape, but on braking in a straight line the car seems to lock up on the near side and spins round. It was the offside rear wheel I hit. Anyone know what I may have damaged?

[DCLXVI]

Theres gonna be some problem fitting the .21 in the DT-10...I'd suggest you go with a good .15 instead...

I don't know what you might have broken but try unscrewing the wheel and see if the axle are bent or perhaps the arm or the arm holder...

[smokes]

METAL GEAR CONVERSION SET(w/BALL BEARING) FOR SF-2 (http://www.hpieurope.com/graphics/parts/80587.jpg) :confused:
is this a good idea to upgrade busted servos?
also would 104 mm shocks fit the dt10? because i'm lovin these: ALUMINUM THREADED SHOCK SET (104-162mm/8pcs) (http://www.hpieurope.com/graphics/parts/a712.jpg) :D
i'm 18 tomorow :) have fun guys
Smokes :cool:

[DCLXVI]

Well the 104-162 thing refers to the compressed length...if you fit those, the tires will be under the car...and the conversion set might be good if you have a HPI SF-2 servo...

[smokes]

how do you measure shocks? from complete bottem to complete top the stock are approx 104 mm, are the front same as rear? eitherway i think i may be looking for shorter shocks like with a 62mm travel or somthing
Smokes :cool:
p.s i was thinking the servo gears may fit any standard servo. but then again maybe not.

[DCLXVI]

Try locating the DuraTrax Evader Rear shocks, they are super cheap and works good...

I'd get a better servo before I start worry about gear breakage...

[DT-10 basher]

"If it revs before dying you are to lean and should turn the needle counter clockwise to richen it...try 1/8 of a turn at a time and make sure the engine is warm when you tune it...

To make the engine run cooler, try 20% nitro and a QuikFire F6 or F7 plug if you can find it...otherwise you can try a OS #8, they should be easier to come by..."
DCLXVI, the enigine is not bogging because of fuel mixture it does it because there is so much grip with the tractagator tyres(ones with studs) i tried the car with my other stock tyres and it was fine, i also think that the heating is due to it being restricted like that. did yours do that? would shaving the studs down make a difference? thanks

[DCLXVI]

I've used the TracTaGators and I had problem with keeping the engine cool, the solution is to change the plug and to run 20% nitro...if you like to be on the safe side you can cut a portion of the front window out...

[DT-10 basher]

is it a problem to keep changing %, i run 16% at the mo, would cutting them down a bit help.

[DCLXVI]

No problem, try to get some fuel that does not contain castor oil though...it's just a mess...I wouldn't cut the tires down untill you've tried everything else...do you really want to make the tires worse? I had zero problem using mine after I did the plug and the fuel + removed the entire windsheild...

[smokes]

I'm 18 Yea,

[smokes]

This is a pic of my new heat sink from my little sis. i't makes the engine look bigger :) . i got £150 to spend on the car :D i got an hpi stocker in town i thought i'd take a look couldn't hurt. are the front shocks same as rear? one of my rears is leaking :mad: so i want to get rear shocks at least. so anyway same question as before will HPI 62 - 87mm fit my car? lengthwise? :) if noone knows i'll just take the shock down and compare them, is it worth me looking at aluminium a arms and all the moving parts for the wheels/ suspension coz that would look very nice i'm also i'm gonna take a back axle and try to get nice wheels.

DCL: if they have one should i get a sf2 hi torque servo my LHS dosn't stock high torque servos!!!??? :eek:
anyway i'll go now catch y'll soon
Smokes :cool:

[DCLXVI]

Congratz... :D

That shock sounds to short...you'll want one that is atleast as long as the stock ones...I think that is about 10 cm...

I haven't found any alu upgrades for the DT-10 yet...perhaps some HPI/AE/Losi/Traxxas parts fits?!? Otherwise, you shouldn't need to bother as the arms are very tough...I've never broken mine and I've taken them through some...

[DT-10 basher]

im gonna check tommorow about the 20%, do i need a new plug or will the one im using now do, my lhs only stocks navarossi plugs :mad:

[smokes]

i went to the store today, i got a set of 4 geolander tyres and a set of nice wheels i will post pics tomoz :) . i think i will run standard front tires thought because of the servo situation. i saw the savage 25 JESUS WHAT A TRUCK :D and also i like the mt 2 thats nice, maybe next truck i buy. the guy didnt have any shocks in stock but the ones that fit the nitro rush will fit mine. anyway i had a great day today. chat later
Smokes :cool:

[smokes]

Heres my truck with new mesh wheels :) looking sweet. i'm gonna change front tyres though :( , because i couldnt get a high torque servo. and anyway at least i'll have spares.
off to glue tires now.
Smokes :cool:

[DT-10 basher]

nice one on the tires.
i got myself some 25% racefuel (all my lhs had no 20%, will have to do ;) )
will try the tractagator's tommorow.

P.S dont let the thread die keep posting cause this is a great forum

[smokes]

i ran 8 tanks of fuel today and only broke a body upright, i might have to attack a metal coat hanger to invent a new holding method. also today i cut out a hole in the roof of the body so i can start it with the body on, i also loward the body and cut a hole for the exaust. tommorow i'll be cutting out the front grill sticker and replacing it with an old pair of tights so air can get into my engine area without stones. anywayz the thread won't die i'll post to myself everyday if need be. the problem is that it's driving season so we're all out having fun. :)
Smokes :cool:

[smokes]

well me again, today i cut out my grill and added a tights filter works for what i've tested. also bought a GWS s15cl/mg 7.8kg/cm good torque. off to fit it now. hope you are all havin fun driving.
Smokes :cool:

[DT-10]

Hey all, still can't keep that car running. I tryed to tune it in. Still does not wan't to run when I push my trigger fully. It makes me mad that it does not stay running I tryed to put the body on and then it stalls, it is like my car does not like the body. I still have to get my brakes working I was missing a set screw. The car worked fine when I 1st started it, know it does not stay running. Think that I should have hobby town take a look at it?

I also know this guy who sells Thunder Tiger DT-10 parts and he ships for free in the mail. His Email address is rcairplanes@yahoo.com. That is for the people who live in the USA. I forget wear he lived, that is where I orderd my parts and they are going to be coming soon. I had to get a differential Gear set, the gears inside them busted off.

Well safe runnings.

[smokes]

i had trouble with the running situation. i started from basics (2.5 turns from closed) about 20 times before realising i'd changed fuel when i changed back to my standard fuel the car ran fine after 1 more tune. on the stalling point, turn the lowspeed needle in a bit to open the carb about 1 mm when your control is at neutral (on but not touched). in all i don't think the stalling when not moveing has much to do with the not running properly. Do you want me to scan my papers and e-mail them to you?

anyway on to my new high torque faster servo, oh so nice; quick steering and i can now gradually steer (if that makes sense)

hope all are having fun
Smokes :cool:

p.s i will scan the book if you want me to, it's easy :)

[smokes]

am i the only one posting now?

[DT-10 basher]

nope im still here, gonna try out my 25% racefuel tommorow with the trac-ta-gator tyres.

[DT-10]

No thanks, I got a book from my friend. He sold his DT-10 and forgot to give them the book.

[smokes]

completely stripped my car down lastnight, washed everysingle bit ready for transport to england. anyway off to go rebuild it now. cool runnings
Smokes :cool:

p.s did you get your car running yet? if not good luck :D

[DT-10 basher]

hey guys, tried the 25% and tractagators, :eek: :eek: , it was great it corners alright and can power anywhere, stripped one spur gear and got a leaky shock but great fun for the whole day.
i have been saving money from my summer job to buy a savage but now im not sure i have 3 choices:
1. buy a savage
2.dont buy a savage and buy the biggy from my lhs (a swift)
3.save some money to buy a savage next year and do up my dt-10 loads and buy a xbox

P.S where is DCLXVI

[smokes]

1. i was wondering that, think he may be busy with his site.

2. i got a leakey shock when i tried my new tires (geolanders) , i stripped it down and found a tiny split in the rubber seal :( but thats sorted now.

3. on the savage note, i think you should buy it if you want more off road fun then DT10 bigger and better :) .

4. i'm now saving to buy an mt2 from hpi :D . that'll be my first 4wd but i'll keep the DT10 ofcourse, and may get a milling machine and make my own aluminium parts that'll be cool.

anyway gotta go
Smokes :cool:

[DT-10 basher]

well i have scraped the savage idea for this summer, gonna enjoy my dt-10 cause theres only a forest to run at the mo, will save a bit and get one next year.
goin to my lhs tommorow to get new shocks(maybe aluminium), new switch and battery pack(sea air on hols corroded the connecters)
i will definately keep the dt-10 if i get another.
i was thinkin of getting some bearings to replace the bushings, what are the sizes etc and where can i get them, i live in the uk so somewhere localish would help. thanks

[smokes]

http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXD088&P=ML

Two pairs of those bearing is what you'll need...

If you orderd a pair of front and a pair of back rims and not two pairs of rears...

found this in the back pages for you. Everyone sems to say bearings make it faster and give better handeling :D

can't play with my car today i packed it :( , and i'll be going away for a week or two soon, so i hope people keep posting :rolleyes:
bye for now
Smokes :cool:

[Falco]

Well, I think I finally cooked my engine :( The truck wont prime anymore (no compression?), so it look like I'll be doing some shopping soon...

[neilwillis]

Had a crash! :mad:

I was doing about 40mph and hit a BIG rock!!! Ripped off the front bulkhead, bent one of the front socks in half!

Only going to cost £13 to fix...

I might be selling my DT-10... I can’t make up my mind... :confused: I got a T-Maxx now, and it’s the dogs bollocks! :D

I think it’s a mad car to thrash, but doesn’t have the ground clearance.


Anyone here wants to buy a almost new one..??..

It’s in tip top condition apart from the broken parts, which should be turning up tomorrow. The engine is very nice... Starts on 1st or 2nd pull.

Any interest just email me.



Cheers for now,


Neil

[DCLXVI]

Hi everyone, I haven't exactly been working on the new page...I've been traveling through Europe some (Poland, Austria, Germany and a little Czech Rep.)...I have filled my fridge (or the ~+8 deg one, not the sub-zero one) to the brim and yet I could not fit it all :D

Well the bearing quoted by me are for HPI/Associated rims, I think that the DT-10 uses 10x5 mm in the front and 8x5 in the rear (just measure the bushings, they should be exactly the same)...

I just recived some bling-bling parts for my DT-10, I won't tell you exactly what but I'll keep you posted...the upgrade includes new rims that seems to fit the truck...

[DCLXVI]

Here's some bling-bling for you guys:

http://dclxvi.no-ip.info/images/photos/small/IMG_446.jpg

http://dclxvi.no-ip.info/images/photos/small/IMG_447.jpg

http://dclxvi.no-ip.info/images/photos/small/IMG_448.jpg

[Falco]

nice rims, what part number are they?

[Falco]

Well, I droped the car off at a hobbie shop, should hear back in a few days if I need a new engine. Found some other cool stuff, might have to break out the visa...

[DCLXVI]

http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/WTI0001P?&I=LXM873

and

http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/WTI0001P?&I=LXM877

[Falco]

well, I didn't blow the engine, just the pipe.

[Falco]

Well, I haven't picked up a new pipe yet, no money :( . I still have a few things to try anyways, I want to make sure the new pipe is actually what I need. Almost decided on my engine upgrade as well, I'll be sure to post pics. after it's all said and done.

[cheekyboygra]

Hi guys. Ive been running my DT10 now for a few weeks. Problem is that the centre of gravity seems to be too near the front. If i go over jumps, car goes into forward roll. Has anyone found a way to move centre of gravity back so can jump and land on the wheels rather than on the front nose?

[neilwillis]

Its all to do with your flying abilities!

When in a jump you need to control the car in the air by using the break or throttle to keep the car level.

It’s had to master and over small jumps its even harder as you have less time to decide what you need to do. I still can’t quite master it, but that’s what you need to do to make it land right.

Good luck,

Neil

[Falco]

Try breaks to bring the nose up, and gas to lower the nose.

[Falco]

Well, I'm somewhat glad I didn't buy the pipe at the lhs. I took the carb apart over the week end, and re-adjusted the mixture valve, and the dt-10 runs again!!! It looks like I just have to re-tune every time I want to drive, I've really got to start saving for a new engin.

[DCLXVI]

What glow-plug are you using? If stock, try replacing it with a QuikFire F7 or F6 and it will work better...

[Falco]

I'm using the stock glow plug, but I'm not sure how that would change anything. The mixture valve seems to be #$%^&. I had it set at 2 1/2 turns, and I couldn't even blow air through the carb! I opened it to 4 1/2 turns and it seems to be fine. Hopefully I can play with it more this weekend.

[DT-10 basher]

my diff finally gave up and siezed so i took it apart to see what was wrong, the diff case had worn away and the gears had spun around inside it and locked themselves together, is there any way to stop this happening??

[Falco]

try keeping the diff greased?

[Falco]

Had my first real crash the other day...

I let my Father-inlaw drive the truch, and he cartwheeded off a curb in to a frie hydrent. Broke the left front shock, front bulkhead, and bent the screw that holsd the front shock in place...

Going in a straight line is near impossable now, but it turns on a dime!!! :p

[Aaron 285]

I just bought a DT-10 and on the 2nd day i had it the Suspension snaped of the transmission case what can i do to prevent this?

[DCLXVI]

Aaron, I've had the same problem, I did this:

http://dclxvi.no-ip.info/images/photos/small/IMG_186.JPG

http://dclxvi.no-ip.info/images/photos/small/IMG_187.JPG

http://dclxvi.no-ip.info/images/photos/small/IMG_188.JPG

And haven't had any problem what-so-ever since...

[Aaron 285]

does anyone post replys any more? :confused:

[DCLXVI]

I did...

[Aaron 285]

i know you did but no one else has for ages

[DCLXVI]

3 days < ages...

[Aaron 285]

Anyway What sort of shells fit the Dt 10 and where can i get some? :D

[DCLXVI]

Well, have a look at the bodies available at www.towerhobbies.com then you can measure the DT-10 and compare the measurements on the bodies to the measurements you took...

[Jorge Silva]

hello! I was thinking about buying the tt DT-10 but i want an opinion...I live in a island in Portugal and if i crash some part of the car i can not buy that part again...It will be very difficult to have a new piece...And because that, i was thinking about buying a stonger car, like the TT SSK 4Wd...It has the same motor, it's stronger, but it's a bit more heavy...Anyone knows about some videos or forums of the SSK,so i can compare these two cars...Give me your opinion???Please help me...

[mty]

I was wondering, if anyone can help me with my DT problem...the thing is that i stripped the pinion gear on my car but can't find a new one anywhere....so maybe one of you can get it from your (L)HS...i'm willing to buy it...

[mty]

hello! I was thinking about buying the tt DT-10 but i want an opinion...I live in a island in Portugal and if i crash some part of the car i can not buy that part again...It will be very difficult to have a new piece...And because that, i was thinking about buying a stonger car, like the TT SSK 4Wd...It has the same motor, it's stronger, but it's a bit more heavy...Anyone knows about some videos or forums of the SSK,so i can compare these two cars...Give me your opinion???Please help me...

SSK is 0,5kg heavyer with basically the same engine...4wd is for bashing...if you want to race, 2wd is the word...it needs some skills at least...although it has a metal-geared servo as standard....but it doesn't look THAT MUCH stronger, and probably isn't 'cause it is easy to trash due to having only one-deck chassis...

[DT-10 basher]

also on the ssk it has plastic shock towers so they will probably break easier.

[mty]

also on the ssk it has plastic shock towers so they will probably break easier.

missed that one...sry...