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Model Forum / Radio Controlled / Land Models / July 2007Traxxas Electric Rustler Questions
I'm new to this, so please pardon my ignorance. What is the best aftermarket motor that will work with the stock XL-5 speed control -- It currently has the stock 550 motor. I keep seeing optional bearing sets on ebay that are intended to replace the stock bushings -- Is there a guide available for download that explains how to replace the bushings with bearings? The steering is never entirely correct no matter how much I fiddle with the steering trim -- Are instructions available online for adjusting the toe and camber? Are the aluminum chassis and transmission housings I see on ebay worth the sizable investment? What are the benefits? I like the look of the Nitro Jato Anaconda tires a great deal -- Is there a way to put these larger tires and wheels on my Rustler without having to tear into it too much? Should I decide to replace the speed control at a later date, is there a better one available that will work with the stock motor and controller and still allow forward/reverse and braking? Thanks.  SignatureCollector -- Posted via a free Usenet account from http://www.teranews.com > I'm new to this, so please pardon my ignorance. > > What is the best aftermarket motor that will work with the stock XL-5 > speed control -- It currently has the stock 550 motor. "Best" is an arguable term. There is a trade-off between power, speed, and battery life in motors. First you should start by finding out what the maximum amperage is that the stock esc can handel, and pick an aftermarket motor that doesn't exceed that. > I keep seeing optional bearing sets on ebay that are intended to > replace the stock bushings -- Is there a guide available for download [quoted text clipped - 6 lines] > Are the aluminum chassis and transmission housings I see on ebay worth > the sizable investment? What are the benefits? They are much stronger, , but heavier. If you've not broken stock parts, don't replace them. > I like the look of the Nitro Jato Anaconda tires a great deal -- Is > there a way to put these larger tires and wheels on my Rustler without [quoted text clipped - 3 lines] > a better one available that will work with the stock motor and > controller and still allow forward/reverse and braking? There are tons of options here, most are better than stock. Novak makes many different escs, find one that does everything you need, and is rated high enough for your motor, and that fits your price range, , they can get super spendy. > Thanks. > I'm new to this, so please pardon my ignorance. > > What is the best aftermarket motor that will work with the stock XL-5 > speed control -- It currently has the stock 550 motor. The XL-5 runs a 12 turn 550 motor in the newer version of the Rustler but Traxxas recommend know lower that a 15 turn with a 540 size motor. > I keep seeing optional bearing sets on ebay that are intended to > replace the stock bushings -- Is there a guide available for download > that explains how to replace the bushings with bearings? If you go to the Traxxas website and download the exploded views of the Rustler it show you the basics of how it goes together. IMO I wouldnt replace the stock bushings with bearings. The size of the bearing wont last very long. I did this and ended up putting the bushes back in until my upgraded parts arrived. If you look on the RPM RC Products or Traxxas page you will see that the better upgrade is a larger bearing carriers and bearing. > The steering is never entirely correct no matter how much I fiddle with > the steering trim -- Are instructions available online for adjusting the > toe and camber? The camber is non-adjustable but can be upgraded to a adjustable type setup, see the Traxxas website. The warn bushings on the wheels might also be the culprit here. > Are the aluminum chassis and transmission housings I see on ebay worth > the sizable investment? What are the benefits? Never seen it before, dunno. > I like the look of the Nitro Jato Anaconda tires a great deal -- Is > there a way to put these larger tires and wheels on my Rustler without > having to tear into it too much? See the Traxxas website as these are a direct upgrade/fit for the Rustler. > Should I decide to replace the speed control at a later date, is there > a better one available that will work with the stock motor and > controller and still allow forward/reverse and braking? Go Brushless with either Novak 13.5 stock or Castle Creations Mamba Max 4600 systems > Thanks. > -- > Collector > > -- > Posted via a free Usenet account from http://www.teranews.com > I'm new to this, so please pardon my ignorance. > > What is the best aftermarket motor that will work with the stock XL-5 > speed control -- It currently has the stock 550 motor. welcome to the wonderful world of R/C! The Rustler is a good place to start. I haven't done much with mine in years, but will be pulling it out again soon. Look into a good rebuildable stock motor, i have a trinity midnight stock more in my rustler but i don't think they make it anymore. > I keep seeing optional bearing sets on ebay that are intended to > replace the stock bushings -- Is there a guide available for download > that explains how to replace the bushings with bearings? > The steering is never entirely correct no matter how much I fiddle with > the steering trim -- Are instructions available online for adjusting the > toe and camber? the bushings in the front end could be the problem, could be worn out making the tire wobble around. I replaced all my bushings with bearings, it's just a matter of taking the bushings out and pushing the new bearing in.. > Are the aluminum chassis and transmission housings I see on ebay worth > the sizable investment? What are the benefits? [quoted text clipped - 8 lines] > > Thanks. there is alot of options you can do to your rustler, i know there are alot more now than there was when i bought mine. I actually did some mods to the gear box of mine so i could install a heatsink for the engine. If you have a local track you could goto, see what everyone is running in there models and ask questions.. Learn as much as you can. matthew benedict killerminis.com |
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