Model Forum / Radio Controlled / Land Models / December 2006

i took my brand new e-savage out for it's first run, and it was great.
i turn it on now and i don't get that "tone" after the speed control has
finished calibrating.
steering works fine, but no acceleration forward or reverse.

I recently bought a Tamiya Mo3 chassis and was just wondering if anyone
had any tips on spraying it? as i wish not to ruin it.

hi can u attach pics here and if so is there a maximum kb size? thanks

Hey everyone,
I've been browsing these forums and seeing that a lot of people are
confused about what to get for x-mas RC wise. Here's your complete
guide to x-mas shopping this year. First of all, I suggest you read

Does anyone know where to find any rc movies like the ones at
XXXmain.com.  If there are any groups where those kind of movies
are posted I would greatly appreciate it.

so i winter proofed my e-savage.
it snows here 8 months of the year, and i can't wait till summer to try
my new truck. :)
i sealed my ESC with silicon. then wrapped it in a balloon. then did the

Noow return the favour and help me out.......... :)
I've got the traxass onboard temp meter. ANyone else got this? If so what
voltage is the basttery... as I've misplace mine ove xmas and don't know
what to replace it with.

I am in the process of breaking-in my XTM XT2, all is going well so
far, but one thing doesnt feel right. I am doing as the manual says,
after about 3 mintues stop engine and lean the high end needle, let
engine cool for 10 mins and repeat for about 45 mins. Giving short

incredible see at http://www.oto6.free.fr !!!!!

p.s how hard is it to set up an xray t1 r

I recently purchased an rc18b ready to run buggy and I would like to
start upgrading it. What should I look for in terms of motor, speed
controller, an battery upgrades? What else should I consider upgrading?
I'd prefer to spend less than $200 total, it doesn't need to be

hi all im new to the rc scene and have just inherited a car off my brother
thing is nobody seems to know what my car is not even my local specialist!!!
seems to be a petrol / nitro thunder tiger maybe an old original ts n4 but
no pics iv seen upto now matches mine, the pull start ...

I forget if the usa is in front or behind.  Must be in front.  is it 8 or 12
hours?  Anyway, anyone on the otherside of the pond must be into xmas by
now.
I got an electronic card this year that says ' don't bother sending xmas

if i brought this
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/NEW-HPI-SAVAGE-17mm-hex-hubs-wheel-pins-nuts_W0QQitemZ1800
64679051QQihZ008QQcategoryZ19168QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem
and fitted it to my rather stock sav-25
would these fit

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/STS-30-RotoStart-Engine-fits-HPI-SAVAGE-Truggy-ARRIVED_W0Q
QitemZ130059582435QQihZ003QQcategoryZ19168QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem
As per title. Reason why I ask is I can get one for 15 pounds
cheaper.......... I look forward to your expert advice.
P.s Got the wheels ...