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Your name: tom
Nitro kit referenced: rc 8
Comments: can the buggy be made in to the rc 8t
It can, but the amount of parts and the specific parts required make it
a very expensive conversion. It is better to get a whole new kit. That way you
can enjoy to different vehicles.
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Your name: jh
Nitro kit referenced: 3.0
Comments: it ran when i first got it but after i flipped it without a shell it
would not run did i get dirt in the engine? this is my first nitro what do i
need to do. is there a book to help?
You could have damaged several things on the truck. When you say that it
will not run, what exactly do you mean?
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Your name: konrad
Nitro kit referenced: mgt 8.0
Comments: i was wondering what the top speed for the 8.0 and if you could also
for the mgt 3.6
The MGT trucks, when tuned properly, have a top speed of around 38-40
mph.
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Your name: dennis
Nitro kit referenced: mini mgt
Comments:i heard there was a limited or special edition truck that someone did.
is that true?
No sorry, I have not heard of any such truck.
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Your name: brad cleveland
Nitro kit referenced: ae .15 engines
Comments: i have seen pics of the new .15 head how do i get one
The stock .15 head has a part number of #29011.
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Your name: Charles
Nitro kit referenced: GT2
Comments: For some reason I keep tearing up the inside of the diff. gear in the
truck. This is my 4th or 5th this month. Do they make'em out of metal or is it
something I'm doing wrong when assembling it?
Is the engine stock? Have you added any other aftermarket components?
Make sure that the slipper clutch is set properly. The nut should be 2.5mm from
the end of the shaft.
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Your name: Ray we
Nitro kit referenced: monster gt8.0
Comments: have there been defects with the transmision housing specificlly where
the spur gear shaft goes in to the bevel gear set.mine seems to have had the lip
that holds the outer bearing in not there. leading to the bevel gears being
stripped out when the spur gear shaft slides out and makes clearance between the
gears. i only have a couple of tanks through it. has this been a problem?
I have not seen this. If you can send your transmission to the address
below this will help us greatly. If the case is indeed defective we can have
your transmission rebuilt.
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Your name: Ricky
Nitro kit referenced:
Comments: can i put a hpi nitro G3.0 .18 engine on a rc10gt and what would i
have to change.
You can, as long as it is a small block engine with a standard short
shaft.
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Your name: tim
Nitro kit referenced: sc8 .28 pro engine
Comments: i took apart my carburator to clean it and when assemling i forgot how
many turns the mixture metering screw was set too. i have found the factory
settings for all the other needles in the manual but it doesnt tell me what this
screw needs to be set to if anything other then screwed all the way in. help.
thanks in advance
With the carburetor in the open position, turn it all the way in and
then back it out 1 turn. That’s it.
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Your name: matthew
Nitro kit referenced: monster gt rtr
Comments: finaly I have a problem with my truck after many tanks of fuel and
lots of fun I blew the clutch bearings nothing left exept the 2 races on each
side inners fell off but the 2 outters are #*+@#$& hard to remove got the inside
but the gear side ? help
Try and heat the clutch bell up with a hair dryer or heat gun.
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Your name:kbr
Nitro kit referenced:tc3
Comments:do you have any steel cllutch bells with the gears beside a 23 tooth i
need like 24,25 tooth steel cluch gears
Yes the 24 tooth is part number #2316 and the 25 tooth is #2317.
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Your name: seth
Nitro kit referenced: mgt 8.0
Comments: why does thunder tiger copy the mgt 8.0 .there truck is MTA-4 SLEDGE
HAMMER S50
Thunder Tiger makes the MGT8.0 for us so it is not a copy but rather the
same truck with a couple of Thunder Tiger specific parts.
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Your name: Cain
Nitro kit referenced: RC8T Hexes
Comments: Is it possible to just order that oring that is inside the wheel
hexes?
OK, what is the part number - because I do not see an o-ring in the
wheel hexes?
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Your name: quiks56
Nitro kit referenced: rc80: hi; when the new shoch tower blue will be available
in the shop
Comments:
I do not have a release date on blue shock towers at this time.
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Your name: ROB
Nitro kit referenced: MGT 3.0
Comments: i wanted to know how people can run flat out and not over heat there
motor i understand if you richen it but sac performance thank you
Well it starts out by proper break in. You cannot rush when breaking in
the engine. Then it just comes down to tuning of the engine. There really is no
secret.
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Your name:dennis devine
Nitro kit referenced: mini mgt 3.0
Comments:would like to convert to roto start. need back plate. any suggestions?
You might want to try Sullivan Products. They make a drill start called
the Tiger Drive.
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Your name:Mike
Nitro kit referenced:SC8
Comments:thanks for the feed back. ok so tune with the body on. should i do a
couple of laps and pull the body off and check temp, if i do it that way won't
the engine cool to much for an accurate reading. the body allready comes with
appox a 1 1/2 hole in the windshield and side window, i don't have a overheating
problem i have not leaned it out enough for that to happen i'm still breaking it
in, i'm just trying to be on the safe side. thanks again
Yes, take a few laps, then pull the truck in, take off the body, and
take a temp reading.
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Your name: T-
Nitro kit referenced: rc8-t
Comments: Why not include a full racing pipe with the rtr, instead of the
silicon coupling pipe.
What is a full race pipe?
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Your name: Customer
Nitro kit referenced: gt2
Comments: I keep braking the front body mounts on my truck. Can you make this a
bit stronger. I go thru one set every time I'm run the truck. One flip and they
brake or crack just above the thick base of the body mount. I run it on a 1/8 th
scale track. The body mounts are good for the t-4 but the gt2 is heavier.
I will pass your suggestion along to our R&D department.
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Your name: Craig
Nitro kit referenced: mini mgt 3.0
Comments: When I accelerate, it seems the transmission is slipping and not
putting the power to the wheels. Sometimes my truck accelerates fine, but then
it goes back to "slipping." The truck revs and the clutch bell always spins. I
have to wait around 15 seconds for my truck to bump into gear before I can run
it. I checked the slipper, the clutch and rebult the front and rear gearboxes. I
am now taking apart the center gearbox and everything looks fine. What else
could be the problem?
Make sure that the forward/reverse lever is fully engaged one way or the
other. If that is good then the slipping is most likely coming from the one-way
bearing. Replace it and all your problems should be solved.
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Your name: vanissa
Nitro kit referenced: RC8
Comments: The shopkeeper told me ASS-89287(RC8 FT Rear CV Bone, shiny)has stop
production,is it true?and has another replace it?
Yes it has been. There are no replacements for it at this time.
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Your name: mike
Nitro kit referenced:sc8
Comments:i have a temp tuning question. I've read that the sc8 runs appox. 50
degrees hotter with the body on vs body off. Is this true, and if so how do you
recommend tuning the engine? Would you recommend tuning to appox. 200 degrees
with the body off and then put the body on? How do you guys tune the sc8
properly? Thanks for making such great products.
Any engine will run hotter with the body on. Tune the engine how you
will be running the vehicle. So tune it with the body on. If you want you can
cut a small 1 inch or so hole in the front windshield and cut a portion of the
side window out. This will allow some more cool air to reach the engine.
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Your name:Edwin Braziel
Nitro kit referenced:RC8 Buggy
Comments: Set up sheets RC8.Hinge pin Bushing 2 up. I get that. But what is
2F/1R what is the one R? under hinge pin Bushing? Thanks
The R means rear. So on the upper hinge pin mount you have the front in
the shock tower and the rear in the top plate.
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Your name:seth
Nitro kit referenced:mgt 8.0
Comments: when its not started it can't move backward with me pushing it.when i
try to start it, it moves foreward.
That is normal. If the truck is in forward and the engine off you will
not be able to roll the truck backwards.
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Your name:
Nitro kit referenced:
Comments:what is the hp on the Reedy 121VR .21 off road cometition nitro engine
Sorry, we do not have the final specs on the engine yet. When we do we
will post them on our website.
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Your name: Charlie
Nitro kit referenced: RC10GT2
Comments: I've been getting mixed reactions. What is the proper way to mount the
rc antenna? I JUST finished a new body and didn't want to put a lot of holes in
it but i also want the transmitter/receiver connection to work properly. Can I
just have about 2-4 inches of tubing bent underneath or does it have to be long
and extending out the body? (I didn't cut the wire)
I would extend the antenna out as far as possible. If you choose to run
the antenna under the body the range that you will be able to control the car
will be greatly reduced. Probably fine for small tracks but larger tracks it
will need to be extended out of the body.
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Your name: Seth
Nitro kit referenced: MGT 8.0
Comments: when i start it starts to move forward and i can't push it back, whats
the problem?
What do you mean? You start the engine and then you can’t move it back?
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Your name: Bri Bri
Nitro kit referenced:sc10
Comments: is the new sc10 nitro or electric? and what is the press release?
That information will be released when it is ready.
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Your name: Aaez
Nitro kit referenced:Associated GT2 RTR
Comments: Is there anywhere I can find specs (HP and rpm) for the engine
included with the car.
The motor is rated at .96hp. The manufacturer does not supply an rpm
range though.
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Your name: Aaez
Nitro kit referenced: Associated GT2 RTR
Comments: What kind of plug is used to connect the battery to the receiver?
The plug is a Futaba plug. *********************************
Your name:
Nitro kit referenced:
Comments: Is it possible to ask Richard Saxton for info on set up. He came to my
local track I race at Pin shop hobby in Oakville ct for RC CAR ACTION and I was
wondering if he could recommend set-ups for my RC8 and RC8T for that track thank
you
I will try and pass this on to Richard.
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Your name: wes kullman
Nitro kit referenced: NTC3
Comments: Since i got ny NTC# it has leaked fuel from the carburetor. I have
tightened everything. Now the needle? that the throttle linkage attaches to
slides in and out and the motor wont idle or take any idle adjustment. The car
was only purchased a couple of weeks ago.
Ok the idle screw that you loosened, the tip fits into a groove that is
on the carburetor barrel that slides in and out. Once you get the tip into the
groove tighten the screw until you have an opening of about 1mm. Then make sure
that your settings are set at Low 2 ½ and the high at 2 ¼ turns out.
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Your name:Kelmo
Nitro kit referenced:MGT4.6SE
Comments:What does toe-in and out do???And what is posi-camber and neg do???
The camber adjustment allow you to keep the tires as flat as possible in
a turn to get more grip. Rear tor in helps the rear of the car generate more
grip in the corners and during acceleration in a straight line. Front toe in/out
affect how the car turns into a corner. Toe out makes the car turn into the
corner more aggressively than toe in.
Standard settings:
The front toe should be set at 0 degrees.
The rear toe should be set at -3 degrees per side (stock).
The camber set at -2 degrees all the way around. **************************************
Your name: Kelmo
Nitro kit referenced:MGT4.6SE
Comments:I would like to know what is the normal temp for idle.Mine is doing
about 210 wit 30%fuel,and what is good operation temp through out a full run.And
what could i do to get more braking power.Is the stock form able to brake hard
of enough to lift the back tire???
The normal operating temperature of the engine is in the 220-240 range.
The temp should be checked after you run a couple of laps on a track that way
you get an accurate reading with a good mix of high speed runs and slow speed
corners.
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Your name:Kelmo
Nitro kit referenced:MGT4.6SE
Comments:Is the stock form able to do wheelie???Is there any way i can get it to
do it???And what motor that can fit the MGT the u guys offer that could help it
pop wheelies
If all the conditions are right then yes it can do wheelies. The engine
needs to be tuned properly and most of all you need to be on a good surface that
offers lots of traction. It doesn't matter how much power you have if you have
no traction the truck will not wheelie but instead just spin the tires.
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Your name: Charlie
Nitro kit referenced: GT2 RTR`
Comments: Can you possibly start the pull start engine with a bump starter? If
no, why?
You can, but since the flywheel is much thinner you can wear your
starter box wheel out quicker. That's really the only down side to using a
starter box with a pullstart engine.
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Your name: Adam
Nitro kit referenced: Monster gt 4.60
Comments: Why is it I keep blowing one way bearings in the tranny? I am on my
third. Basically every gallon of fuel. Could my slipper clutch be too tight?
Yes it can. Try and loosen it 1/8 to ¼ turn looser.
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Your name: kyle simmons
Nitro kit referenced:rc 8
Comments:will loose sway bars work better than tight sway bars
The sway bars should be mounted to the front and rear gear boxes so that
they pivot freely, but not to the point that they move around.
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Your name:kyle simmons
Nitro kit referenced:rc 8
Comments:what are the fastest tires for high grip tracks and what kind does
mayfield use at the worlds
Mayfield used JC tires. Now, what works at your track could be
different. Look at the fast guys at your track and see what they are running.
Those are the tires you will want to try first.
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Your name: kyle simmons
Nitro kit referenced:rc8
Comments:how come big bore shocks better than the littler ones
You will have softer landings from big jumps and they are more
consistent in the corners.
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Your name: Cabo
Nitro kit referenced: Big Bore Giveaway
Comments: I think its great that you guys are giving away the big bore shocks,
but, is there anything you guys can do for owners of the RC8 prior to this date
range? Maybe a discount or raffle or something?
I think the offer is an incentive to those who feel too financially
strapped to purchase the kit in these hard times. I don't know of any offer for
those who already have it.
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Your name: je floch fr
Nitro kit referenced:rc8
Comments: hello I voice that mayfeild and cavalieri drivers use the back support
of the rc8t, it am a final choice? which length use they shock absorbers 32 or
38 mm
I am sorry, do you have a part number? I do not understand what you mean
by back support.
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Your name: Mike Juriaan
Nitro kit referenced:RC8
Comments:According to the worlds set-up sheet for both Ryan's they are using 4mm
limiters in the rear shocks. Are they running the limiters with the RC8T rear
shock tower? Thanks
That I do not know. According to the setup sheet they are not using the
RC8T shock tower. If they were, it should say so.
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Your name:Jesse Snellen
Nitro kit referenced: RC8
Comments: Was wondering what weight shock oil, springs, and what pistons is good
to run in the new bib bore shocks?I cant seem to get them to perform as well as
the standard shocks.
You will use a lighter oil usually 5-10wt lower than what you were
running. Try silver springs in the rear and bronze in the front.
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Your name: Chad
Nitro kit referenced: RC8T
Comments: Any idea what size turnbuckle Cavalieri is running for the steering
mod on the truck. Thanks!
That I do not know for sure. It may be a Kyosho turnbuckle.
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Your name: Charles
Nitro kit referenced: GT2
Comments: Is it 100% OK to use the T4 CVD's (non-quick change)on a GT2? I have a
LHS race coming up and I don't want to hurt my chances of victory!
Yes, you can use the T4 CVDs on the GT2.
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Your name: le floch
Nitro kit referenced: rc8
Comments: use of the late support of the rc8t is good on rc8 is it a final
choice pilots and which length shock absorber big bore 38 or 32 mm which this
configuration brings thank you
I am sorry but I do not understand the question. Could you please
clarify the question for me? Punctuation will help.
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Your name: Cabo
Nitro kit referenced: RC8T RTR
Comments: Can you provide some detail as to why big bore plastic shocks are on
the RC8T RTR when the RC8RS come with metal ones, albeit non-threaded. It would
seem that a Truggy would put more strain on the shocks than a buggy, hence, its
alittle strange that the buggy gets the metal and the truggy gets the plastic.
The Big Bore shocks were not available at the time of the RC8 RTR
release. They will be available for the RC8T RTR. The RC8T is able to take full
advantage of the BB's due to there being much more leverage on the RC8T shocks
from the longer arms and larger wheels. The RC8 will benefit but not to the
extent of the RC8T will. As for cost they are roughly the same.
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Your name:steve dorman
Nitro kit referenced:ntc?
Comments:are we going to get a new updated ntc3 or maybe ntc4
We are always working on new and exciting kits and RTR’s as well as
improving upon our current line of cars. I am sorry but we won’t comment on
products we haven’t announced. We are either not working on the requested
product or the feature set has not been finalized. Please check our web site
News > Announcements or Products > New Products sections for any news on
upcoming products.
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Your name:Terry
Nitro kit referenced:sc8
Comments: This thing is awesome! After running about 1\2 gal. the rear tires
started locking up. I took the rear diff. cover off and there was dust in there
I have two rc8s one rc8t and none of them ever got dust in them. Should I use
grease or silicone on the seams but looks like its coming through the bearing
area any insight will be appreciated
It should not be necessary but if you like, a small amount of grease
should do. Make sure all the screws to the diff case are snug and not loose.
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Your name: le floch
Nitro kit referenced: rc8ft
Comments: hello, I want to know if a kit of update 09 will leave or a kit world
with what inside and when will be available ,thinks
The RC8 comes in an RTR version and a FT version, both with all the
latest updates that have been released since it first came out.
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Your name: Cain
Nitro kit referenced: RC8 shocks
Comments: I will be running my converted RC8 Electric buggy in a cold climate.
Beginning of this year it was common for guys to go from say 45W oil down to 30W
to get the handling they were expecting. My concern though is with the big bore
shocks as it appears some standard setups already use light oil weights.
Assuming I would still need to drop as much as stated above, what do you
recommend doing with big bores on setups that for normal temps call for really
light oil weights when using them in cold conditions?
Use a 5-10wt. difference than you would run in the regular shocks.
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Your name: Allen
Nitro kit referenced: RC8T
Comments: will a os engines .21 v spec VZB work with this truggy. im thinking on
getting a RC8T.
It should work very well indeed.
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Your name:Aaez I.
Nitro kit referenced:RC8 RS
Comments:Does the RC8 RS have reverse or is it forward only?
The RC8 RS is forward only.
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Your name:tony
Nitro kit referenced: rc8 & rc8t
Comments:Why is it that this kits are so expensive and do not include full
upgrades, nor tires and muffler system.
I see all the specks, on the vehicles but I think consumers pay for the name not
the value of the vehicle. The shocks on this trucks cost more than my real cars
shocks. I think you could sell them for less because they are not fully
upgraded. I purchased the gs xut advance for 320 fully upgraded. some material
same as yours but with higher quality upgrades. the design is different. I could
see a bit of difference in handling but its like a Toyota Camry and a Nissan
Altma 4cyl. or 6 cyl. different manufactures different geometry in suspension
but around the same cost. See the point.
We appreciate your comments. However, we feel you are forgetting our
time and effort to design and test the vehicle from start to finish. Our racing
pedigree is built into these vehicles - our own racers depend on them to win
races. If they are paying only for the name, they are paying for a name backed
by 23 IFMAR World Championships. Our customers know they are buying a true race
vehicle when they by a car from Team Associated - Champions by Design.
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Your name:
Nitro kit referenced:
Comments: were can I get a manual for a 10 yr old rtr rc10gt.
Thanks
Go online to our Support/Resources and Downloads section:
http://www.rc10.com/racerhub/support.htm
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Your name:Rebel
Nitro kit referenced:gt2rs
Comments: I have a gt2 and i love the power it has but i was wondering if there
is a 2speed conversion kit or is there parts i can combine together to make a
2speed tranny for it thanks.
There is no two speed transmission for the GT2.
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Your name: tom
Nitro kit referenced:mmgt
Comments: will the lrp 18 drop righ in and waht is need to make it work.
Sorry, the LRP .18 engine will not fit in the MMGT/MGT3.0.
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Your name: Jay McCarthy
Nitro kit referenced:RC8T
Comments:What are the advantages of using digital steering and throttle servos
over standard coreless ball bearing servos? Thanks for your time
It is mainly the holding power of digital servos. Once the servo leaves
its neutral point it is at its maximum holding power. Non digital servos have to
be at their maximum throw in order to reach their full holding power.
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Your name:
brandon
Nitro kit referenced: mgt 4.60
Comments: I bought the mgt 4.60 4 months ago, I used the drill to start it
everytime till this weekend my drill died and used the pulled start for the
first time today and once i pulled it, the string came right out. Is there a way
to fixed it? Is so, can you please tell me. thanks.
The pullstart will have to be taken off and the string re-wound around
the spool. This is complicated because you have to take the spool out, which
releases the spring. The spring is the hard part to try and rewind. It can be
done but requires a little time and patience.
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my ame is shauna i am curretly setting up a website and looking for suppliers.
I would like to become a dealer and i also want to know if you do dropshiping?
please email me in regards to this at sales@rccarsdeal.com
Thank you for your interest in stocking AE products. Please contact the
following distributors for requirements on getting AE products in your store.
HRP Distributor
800-622-7223
ACE HOBBY
949-900-3300
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Your name: Allen
Nitro kit referenced: RC8RS
Comments: why did you put a .28 in a buggy???!! it is meant to have a .21.
DUH!!!
The RC8 will accept just about any big block motor available. It is not
meant to have one specific engine. Racers who need to run a .21 to comply with
race rules can run a .21. The guys that just want to bash with a big torque
motor like a .28 can do this as well. Since the people that buy RTR’s mainly
bash around the neighborhood with them we included a .28 engine.
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Your name: william
Nitro kit referenced: mgt 8.0
Comments: i just got the truck and the inside of the engine is in all kinds of
peices i need to get it fixed what do i need to do
Send the engine to the address at the bottom of the home page along with
a copy of the sales receipt and a note describing the problem. If defective, the
engine will be fixed or replaced for you at no charge.
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Your name: tankerbob
Nitro kit referenced: mgt4.6 and rc8
Comments: can these two modles electronics run off of a 4.8vdc hump pack?
You can, but the performance of the servos will decrease. It’s best if
you run a 6.0volt receiver pack.
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Your name: tanker bob
Nitro kit referencs:mgt 4.6 Comments:can i put the pro start on this truck?
The 4.60 already has a drill start back plate. You can use the Pro start
with that truck as well if you like.
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Your name: Kevin Robinson
Nitro kit referenced: rc10 gt rtr
Comments: Hey guy's, I got a question about my rc10 gt rtr. When I start it up,
the temperature goes right up to about 280 and higher. What setting do I have to
adjust to make the temp. go down?
What are your needle settings at? The high end should be at 2 1/4 and
the low end at 2 1/2 out.
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Your name:tiernan
Nitro kit referenced:GT2
Comments:do you recomend rpm hop up parts or do you carry hop ups for the GT2
Our line of hop ups is called the Factory Team line:
www.rc10.com/ft
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Your name: Nick Oman
Nitro kit referenced: mgt 8.0
Comments: I have a starting axle popping/blowing out problem. Is there a
way I can fix it? I have only had this truck for less than 3 months.
Yes please send me your address and I will get you out the
necessary parts to correct that problem. We had a small batch of bad
backplates.
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Your name:BriBri
Nitro kit referenced:mmgt 3.0
Comments:If i take the big block conversion from New Era racing,put an
lrp .28 spec 3 in my mmgt will it work because of the .18 being rotary
and the .28 being slide?
I cannot answer that because it is a modification we have not
done. If the engine fits I do not think you will have a problem with the
linkage. My concern would be that the transmission will not handle the
larger more powerful engine.
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Your name:kody
Nitro kit referenced: TC3 RTR
Comments: What is a good diff oil to run
No diff oil is needed. Just build them according to the manual.
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Your name: Adam
Nitro kit referenced: RC10GT
Comments: I am in the middle of upgrading to the 7769 chassis and for some
reason the steering servo arms do not clear the front suspension arms. Do I need
to change the servo arms or the suspension arms? Thanks in advance.
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Your name: Charlie Mac
Nitro kit referenced: RC10GT2
Comments: I've had 3 different exhaust headers for my truck. All 3 ended up all
burnt and crusty at the bottom portion. I can figure out the issue is.
It hard to say but usually some fuel and/or oil leaks out over time and
collects on the bottom of the header. Then from the heat it just hardens and
becomes the crusty bottom that you have described.
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Your name:Chance Hopper
Nitro kit referenced:RC8
comments:updated fule tank
Are you talking about the white tank? You have not stated your concern.
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Your name:Brett
Nitro kit referenced:Team Orion .21 wasp off road
Comments: stock carb settings
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Your name: tanker bob
Nitro kit referenced: mgt 4.6
Comments: ok i took it down all the way looked at the spring ball baring screw
and nylon all looked good but i only got 2+ turns be for i got to the nylon and
at 6+ turns the screw came out and at 3 it seemed its was center on the nylon
where I'm guessing it is supposed to be and and if i go to 6 turns it feels like
the screw is going to fall out
On the MGT .21 and 4.60 the 2-speed clutch adjustment screw should hit the nyloc
at about 5 turns, so we are not really sure why yours is doing what it’s
doing…it might be best to replace the clutch.
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Your name: Don
Nitro kit referenced: MGT 8.0
Comments: Engine issues. I have not been able to get truck to run through a full
take of full yet. I have taken truck into hobby store twice, and each time they
get it running. I then come home and as soon as I get a couple of 70 foot passes
in, the truck dies. Then I try to restart, it idles and dies. put new glow plug
in and does same thing. Starts and dies, even after carb adjustments by hobby
guy, engine keeps doing same thing. I have raced nitro os engines and tuned
myself never having an issue...but this AE motor is getting me pretty ticked
off. Any answers?
I would reset the carb settings as follows…
1. High-end needle at 3 turns out
2. Low-end needle at 4 1/2, and be sure it’s set with the carb at full
open. (As if you were at full throttle)
3. Metering screw should be turn in until stops then out 1 full turn.
That will have it about flush with the back of the carb housing. (be
sure you do this with the carb at full open, like the low end needle)
4. Set the idle to 1/16 gap.
If you find that you are still having issues, it would be best to send
the truck with the transmitter to the address on the home page along
with a copy of your purchase receipt, a description of what is wrong,
and your return address and phone number - that way our technicians can
get a look at it. The truck is under warranty for 90 days from the date
of purchase against manufacturing defects. Once here, our technicians
can determine other problems that could be the cause, fix it, and return
it to you.
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Your name: tankerbob
Nitro kit referenced:mgt 4.6 se
Comments: in an earlier answer you said to back out the shift adjustment screw
to 6 turns out i tried to do that but it was to far out and it locked it into
second gear i guess what im trying to ask is what it the factory setting?
The factory setting on the MGT 4.60 is 6 turns out.
Turn the adjustment screw in till you feel the spring compress then turn out 6
turns.
At about 5+ turns, you feel it hit the nyloc that keeps it from moving on its
own.
If you got it locked into second then you might not have turn
it in far enough. If after doing this and it still does not shift, you
will have to take the transmission apart and check the 2-speed clutch.
You might need to replace it from wear, or if you tightened too much on
the adjustment screw and messed up the spring.
The part number for the 2-speed clutch is 25015 and you will
have to set the adjustment before you install it.
Make sure that your slipper clutch is not slipping.
Clean out the inside of the clutch bell and clutch shoes of any excess
oil.
Set the two-speed adjustment to 6 turns out from fully tight.
You may be starting out in second gear.
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Your name: M.Wright
Nitro kit referenced: MGT 4.60 SE
Comments: Regardless how I adjust the clutch, It will not shift from 1st
to second. I put the clutch assy shaft on a spindle and found that the
actuator will engage at 1248rpm " with adjustment screw backed out all
the way. At what RPM should the Transmission shift from 1st to second
"Clutch hub assy"
Sorry, we do not have that information. The problem could be the
spring is deformed and you will need to replace the clutch #25015.
Make sure that your slipper clutch is not slipping.
Clean out the inside of the clutch bell and clutch shoes of any excess
oil.
Set the two-speed adjustment to 6 turns out from fully tight.
You may be starting out in second gear.
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Your name: Johan Visagie
Nitro kit referenced: LRP .28 spec 3
Comments: I am having trouble tuning it it is slow and sluggish out of
the line but once it gets ip to speed its a monster. It doesn't want to
lift the front wheels off the ground
I think your problem is all in the carb settings…what do you
have them set at now?
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Your name: Mac Mclean
Nitro kit referenced:MGT 8.0
Comments:I have ordered the optional tuned pipe and header.I was
wondering if the original muffler mounting wire can be used or do i need
a new one, if so what is the part No for it?
You could make it work…but you want to purchase the side mount
wire #25430 $1.99 was for the 4.60 and I believe it will work on the 8.0
as well.
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Your name: tanker bob
Nitro kit referenced: mgt 4.6 se
Comments: is there a complete rebuild kit for this engine
There is no kit. You’ll need these parts:
Piston/Sleeve #25359 retail cost $74.99
Con Rod #25357 retail cost $18.99
Wrist Pin #25358 retail cost $4.99
Cir Clip #25309 retail cost $2.99
Front and Rear Bearing #25325 retail cost $10.99
Here are the prices and part numbers for the all the parts that would
normally be done for a rebuild. We do also have a motor exchange
available. It does not matter how old or its condition (worn out, blown
up, broken) as long as all the parts are there to have a complete
engine.
You can send it to the address on the home page and get a new engine for
half the retail cost. Retail cost of the engine is $249.99, so you would
be able to purchase it for $124.99 plus shipping ($9.00 within the USA),
and if you live in California, you would have to pay tax.
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Your name:matt mc
Nitro kit referenced:mgt
Comments:I replaced my .21 with an LRP z-28R-spec3.What would be a good choice
for the exhaust?
You can use the #25431 duel chamber side muffler kit.
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Your name: arthur
Nitro kit referenced: rc8t
Comments: Dear, i ordered a rc8t and in several days i will be a happy rc8t
owner.
My question:
my previous car was a losi eight T, and the wheels are 1/2 offset. I see that
the wheels on the rc8t are 0 offset....is there a adaptor so i can use my old
wheels? are do i have to bay new wheels?
Best regards,
Arthur Eelen
Belgium
There is no adapter for the Losi wheels - if indeed they do need one.
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Your name: Eduardo Alvarez
Nitro kit referenced: #2031
Comments: which mainfold, rear exhaust need to mount an engine tuned OS TZ 12
Speed 2?
Well, the kit is a non pullstart rear exhaust so it comes with a rear
exhaust manifold. You need to make sure that the engine is a rear exhaust
engine.
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Your name: dylan unkel
Nitro kit referenced: ware can i buy a drill start
Comments:
You can buy our drill start from any local hobby store that carries our
products, or you can order from us directly. The part number is #25262.
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Your name: Eduardo alvarez
Nitro kit referenced: NTC3 #2031
Comments: When mounted an engine O.S TZ 12 I had to do it on an optional bench,
the engine has remained a bit high for what he(she) suffocates with the original
pipe(pip) indexes 2350 and 2353 I need a pipe(pip) that has a lower angle to
solve the problem but not that piece is for what I need the references and if
the manufacturer is different
There is nothing wrong with the stock pipe. Several people here alone
have used that engine with the stock pipe with great success. The problem
appears to lie with the tuning of the engine.
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Your name: Carl
Nitro kit referenced: MGT 4.60 SE
Comments: What is the best way to tune my engine? It is still at the factory
setting, but I can tell it is fading away.
OK, from where you are now, lean the high speed needle out about 1/16 to
1/8 of a turn after each tank until the engine clears out on the top end. At
that point you should be pretty much set - maybe a slight bottom end adjustment,
but nothing like the top end.
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Your name: Chris Kovachevich
Nitro kit referenced: RC8T Factory Team
Comments:
OK.... worlds are over! NOW it's time to get back to the 'real' world of racing
for the 'rest of us'! :)
BUT, seriously, I'm having a bit of a problem with the RC8T....
The truck is built 'by the book' with the exception of using 40 wt oil in the
shocks.... car was jumpy and nervous and unpredictable..... BUT, I loved the way
it accelerated!!!!!!!!! It just LAUNCHES out of turns!!!!!
I'm running the new Pro-Line LPR Crime Fighters (Crimes are a good tire for the
track - the RC8T is the ONLY truggy I have run the LPR tire on)
Dropped the shock oil to 35 wt front and rear.... and moved the rear shock
mounting to the outside lower mounting position......
and it is a bit better but still has quite a ways to go...
My first question is do these LPR tires tend to make a truggy react this way???
My understanding is that they were a bit more aggressive AND eliminated any
'roll over' of the tire.... Possibly NOT the cause but I'm running a new truggy
AND a different tire...
On the bench, dropping the truggy just feels DEAD - not much drop as in possibly
too much pack.... BUT, I'm already down to 35 wt oil from the recommended and
included 50 wt. Quite a deviation from the standard recommendation. I set shock
length (droop)at the recommended 113/125mm length.
The instructions reference silver springs BUT blacks are included in the kit -
and the blacks are the softest of the 3 rates that are offered....
Anyone else having this problem????? Got a solution to share????? I've always
been a believer that the kit instructions will get you to 95% but this truggy
seems a long way off....
Your truggy feels jumpy and nervous probably because of the light oil.
Put back in the 50wt. How much rebound are you running?
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Your name: dodgeboy
Nitro kit referenced: MGT 8.0
Comments: How to set carb
The bottom end should be set at 5 1/2 turns out and the top end at 3
turns out to start.
2. Yes we have a new digital servo that will work great in the truck for
steering. The part number is 29166, model is DS1313, and the specs are
173.6 oz of torque and 0.13 speed.
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