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Forum: For Sale 23-02-2010
Replies: 0
Views: 813
Posted By Blackbeard
Tamiya DB-01, Losi XXX and bits

Due to a change in family circumstances I need to give up racing for the foreseeable future, so I have a couple of cars and various bits and bobs up for sale.

Ideally, I’d like to sell a chunk...
Forum: Electrics 25-07-2009
Replies: 27
Views: 1,595
Posted By Blackbeard
I've never had a problem will ball cups or ball...

I've never had a problem will ball cups or ball studs on the Durga, and I've never broken a shock tower either (not for want of trying...)
Forum: Electrics 24-07-2009
Replies: 27
Views: 1,595
Posted By Blackbeard
Well, for bashing or racing, you'll need a...

Well, for bashing or racing, you'll need a Slipper Clutch (or the Double Slipper) for a 7700 kv, and you might want to invest in the TRF501 diff halves for the rear diff too, unless you've glued 'em...
Forum: Electrics 20-07-2009
Replies: 80
Views: 26,882
Posted By Blackbeard
I probably wouldn't use the 35A ESC with the 5.5t...

I probably wouldn't use the 35A ESC with the 5.5t ezRun, unless you like the smell of burning electronics :wtf:
Forum: For Sale 17-07-2009
Replies: 4
Views: 991
Posted By Blackbeard
Sorry, this has all gone. But to answer the...

Sorry, this has all gone.

But to answer the first question, the 17t was quicker. :D
Forum: oOple Talk 15-06-2009
Replies: 28
Views: 2,476
Posted By Blackbeard
I'd 2nd the Durga if the 501X is a bit too much...

I'd 2nd the Durga if the 501X is a bit too much cash. I've cartwheeled mine down the track many times, and only had one minor breakage in about 8 months. The carbon-reinforced hop-up parts are good...
Forum: Tamiya 03-06-2009
Replies: 5
Views: 1,133
Posted By Blackbeard
What motor are you running? The motor in my...

What motor are you running?

The motor in my Durga runs hot too. I've just shortened the wiring to the esc and battery on the advice of expert, but the advice about making sure the belts are not...
Forum: Electrics 31-05-2009
Replies: 2
Views: 1,020
Posted By Blackbeard
I use the xbase Deluxe and a 'Battery Doctor' for...

I use the xbase Deluxe and a 'Battery Doctor' for balancing: http://demonpowerproducts.co.uk/product_info.php?products_id=3739

It can balance while charging, or afterwards. The xbase works fine...
Forum: Electrics 24-05-2009
Replies: 6
Views: 757
Posted By Blackbeard
You're probably better with a 'Leisure Battery',...

You're probably better with a 'Leisure Battery', which you can get from most camping/Caravan places. £60 should be fine.
Forum: Electrics 12-05-2009
Replies: 80
Views: 26,882
Posted By Blackbeard
I haven't damaged a diff yet (touch wood)....

I haven't damaged a diff yet (touch wood). They're totally stock, although I do rebuild them after every three or four meetings.

The 5.5t Ezrun is rated as 6000kv, which I think is equivalent to...
Forum: Electrics 12-05-2009
Replies: 80
Views: 26,882
Posted By Blackbeard
I use the 5.5T and 60A esc in a Durga with LIPO...

I use the 5.5T and 60A esc in a Durga with LIPO packs, and I can hold my own down the straight with guys running brand-name, sensored 6.5s and 7.5s, if that helps?
Forum: For Sale 06-05-2009
Replies: 4
Views: 991
Posted By Blackbeard
Bump. £75+postage for the lot or offers....

Bump.

£75+postage for the lot or offers. Good starter car or backyard basher, and everything you need is here (bar transmitter).
Forum: For Sale 04-05-2009
Replies: 4
Views: 991
Posted By Blackbeard
Tamiya DT-02 and various bits (motor, charger etc)

I need to [part] fund some new radio gear so I'm offering up my Tamiya Sand Viper (DT-02) for sale. It's not been used much, mostly for bashing off road, and is in good condition. There are some...
Forum: Tamiya 03-05-2009
Replies: 39
Views: 3,144
Posted By Blackbeard
The outdrives are metal; it's the kit diff halves...

The outdrives are metal; it's the kit diff halves that are plastic.
Forum: Tamiya 30-04-2009
Replies: 39
Views: 3,144
Posted By Blackbeard
I've run a 6000kv brushless with the stock rear...

I've run a 6000kv brushless with the stock rear diff and it's been fine so far. I have rebuilt the diff a few times to keep it running smoothly, though. Fixing the diff plate with a good glue seems...
Forum: Electrics 19-04-2009
Replies: 29
Views: 2,352
Posted By Blackbeard
1.) The 60A version I have does (options are...

1.) The 60A version I have does (options are 'off', and 2.6 - 3.4V/cell in 0.2V steps)
2.) Yep

Incidentally, the 60A esc seems happy running a Reedy sensored motor too (without sensor wire,...
Forum: Electrics 16-04-2009
Replies: 10
Views: 1,970
Posted By Blackbeard
That happened to me with NiMH stick packs that...

That happened to me with NiMH stick packs that had a cell had reversed, causing the load voltage (full throttle) to drop and the battery eliminator to kick in (I think that's the explanation,...
Forum: Wanted 15-04-2009
Replies: 0
Views: 592
Posted By Blackbeard
Brushless ESC

I'm after a brushless esc; doesn't need to be anything fancy / expensive.

I'll probably venture onto eBay for an EZrun 35/60A model for ~£40-50 if nothing turns up here, but if anyone has...
Forum: Tamiya 13-04-2009
Replies: 51
Views: 7,939
Posted By Blackbeard
I use an EZrun 5.5t in my Durga (6000kv) with the...

I use an EZrun 5.5t in my Durga (6000kv) with the kit 23 pinion that came with the car, and it's plenty fast with good torque.

The biggest difference I noticed was when switching from NiMH to...
Forum: For Sale 13-04-2009
Replies: 9
Views: 1,247
Posted By Blackbeard
I'm interested in the Neo 1 BL (also PMed, but...

I'm interested in the Neo 1 BL (also PMed, but your inbox is still full).

Anyone know the number of turns or kv rating for the Neo 1? I'm after something fairly mild (8-9 turn / 4300kv+)....
Forum: Tamiya 17-03-2009
Replies: 7
Views: 1,158
Posted By Blackbeard
The limited gearing options is a down side,...

The limited gearing options is a down side, although you can modify the mount fairly easily, and you can get good performance from the stock 17 pinion (I upgraded it to a steel pinion - the kit...
Forum: Tamiya 16-03-2009
Replies: 7
Views: 1,158
Posted By Blackbeard
I have a stock DT-02, and the MS is basically the...

I have a stock DT-02, and the MS is basically the same, but with all the (official) hop-ups in the box.

It's a good little car, and the non-MS versions (Sand Viper etc) are dirt cheap these days,...
Forum: Electrics 10-03-2009
Replies: 3
Views: 728
Posted By Blackbeard
I believe that HobbyWing build Speed Passion,...

I believe that HobbyWing build Speed Passion, Venom, Yeah Racing and one or two others, the difference being component quality (on some of the higher-end models/brands) and branding in general. In...
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