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Forum: Electrics 12-01-2012
Replies: 10
Views: 1,769
Posted By spikey_58
Dexter & Slowone

haha - wished I'd have known that before. As thats exactly hwo I ruined the ones and only plug I had. Heated so much it melted and the pin moved. So had to order a pack of 5 which Im waiting for in...
Forum: Electrics 11-01-2012
Replies: 10
Views: 1,769
Posted By spikey_58
Thanks for the tips folks. I think I chose the...

Thanks for the tips folks. I think I chose the hardest thing poddible for my first solder job - Deans which are a bit of a pain anyway and with the thickest cables imaginable. Nothing like being...
Forum: Electrics 10-01-2012
Replies: 10
Views: 1,769
Posted By spikey_58
Soldering LRP to Deans

Anyone got any tips. I've ruined one plug already today. After watching countless YouTube vids everything people are soldering are really thin in comparison. LRP sxx leads are super thick and proving...
Forum: 12th & 10th On Road 09-01-2012
Replies: 3
Views: 1,616
Posted By spikey_58
@Quatmix. Was already a member of your facebook...

@Quatmix. Was already a member of your facebook page and wondered why you didn't have a presence on here. I think it would be useful.
Forum: Electrics 09-01-2012
Replies: 5
Views: 667
Posted By spikey_58
Comparison chart

Here is a chart and article I found when asking the same thing

http://www.rccaraction.com/blog/2011/08/05/brushless-motors-%E2%80%93-turns-vs-kv-rating/
Forum: Electrics 09-01-2012
Replies: 8
Views: 813
Posted By spikey_58
You're a braver man than me! Yeh you could use...

You're a braver man than me! Yeh you could use the preverbial stop watch but then I guess speed, use and conditions will alter the speed your bettery drains as well. So be careful! You don't want any...
Forum: Electrics 09-01-2012
Replies: 8
Views: 813
Posted By spikey_58
Like you, I am returning to the sport after a 4...

Like you, I am returning to the sport after a 4 year break, lastly in Nitro. Last time I ran or bought batteries was ten years ago on NiCad's. The biggest leap has to be with LiPo so you should...
Forum: Electrics 09-01-2012
Replies: 7
Views: 908
Posted By spikey_58
Programming cards

Programming cards is an excellent point to note. I was thinking of an LRP SXX with an LRP X12 motor. for around £240. However I although thought about the Orion R10 Pro and motor too. However the...
Forum: Electrics 09-01-2012
Replies: 8
Views: 1,266
Posted By spikey_58
Great

I am contemplating this set up myself with the programming card as opposed to an SXX and X12. Handy to know if I decide to go with the Orion set up. Thanks
Forum: Bury Metro 08-01-2012
Replies: 7
Views: 1,418
Posted By spikey_58
C rating

What C rating are you guys using please? Thanks
Forum: Bury Metro 08-01-2012
Replies: 7
Views: 1,418
Posted By spikey_58
Thanks SI and Tisher

Yes, I was thinking of the 8.5 X12 and a 22 pinion as stated in my manual.

So I neednt go for mega expensive battery then so thats good. Tisher - you are running an SXX. Whats the difference...
Forum: Bury Metro 08-01-2012
Replies: 7
Views: 1,418
Posted By spikey_58
1 large or 2 med Batteries

Hi. Enjoyed my first visit today - was a lot busier than I thought it would be.

One thing which hit me was the sheer amount of kit people had, with chargers in corridors not to mention the main...
Forum: Bury Metro 08-01-2012
Replies: 12
Views: 1,582
Posted By spikey_58
Busy

Well I ventured up and it seemed busier than I thought it would be. Whether its because its the first of the year I don't know but seemed busy enough. Was entertaining to watch the little uns race...
Forum: Electrics 03-01-2012
Replies: 6
Views: 1,405
Posted By spikey_58
SOLDERPRO 70

I picked up the gas Solderpro 70 kit the other day for a bargain price of £30. Normally around £60 but Maplin have them on offer at the moment. Its £10 cheaper than the Sodlerpro 50 kit which has...
Forum: Electrics 03-01-2012
Replies: 6
Views: 951
Posted By spikey_58
Ordered

After some research, I managed to pick up a new Hitec HS-5625 MG for £25. So that will do me for now :)
Forum: Bury Metro 03-01-2012
Replies: 18
Views: 1,849
Posted By spikey_58
First visit

I am going to pop along for my first visit. All be with without my B4.1FT as I need to finish building the thing (servo in the post and need to buy my X12 and SXX set up yet haha).
Forum: Electrics 01-01-2012
Replies: 9
Views: 1,067
Posted By spikey_58
Jony. I think you just sold it to me!

Jony. I think you just sold it to me!
Forum: Electrics 01-01-2012
Replies: 9
Views: 1,067
Posted By spikey_58
JonyNitro I was of that thought which is why...

JonyNitro

I was of that thought which is why I asked if the Tekin was worth the extra.

However - as per Mr Inside Line Racing - just looked on his site and the Tekin set up is actually cheaper...
Forum: Electrics 31-12-2011
Replies: 6
Views: 951
Posted By spikey_58
Thanks all. As for why I dont just get a...

Thanks all.

As for why I dont just get a servo horn for the current S200 - because I was only going to use that for practice/set up etc. The S200 is a weak servo - less than 1KG or force so don't...
Forum: Electrics 31-12-2011
Replies: 9
Views: 1,067
Posted By spikey_58
Lead

Hi. Thanks. I saw the page on their website http://www.teamtekin.com/hotwire.html but it doesnt say how much. I guess it may be steep on an already expensive item. Hmmmm.

Just seen it on...
Forum: Electrics 31-12-2011
Replies: 6
Views: 951
Posted By spikey_58
Servo Advice for £40-£50

Hi. Car = B4.1 Factory Team

I bought a spektrum set up which had a receiver and an S200 servo in it which i was just gonna use for practice etc and to save some cash untilI upgraded. However none...
Forum: Electrics 31-12-2011
Replies: 4
Views: 728
Posted By spikey_58
@Vintage

Very helpfull - thanks
Forum: Electrics 31-12-2011
Replies: 9
Views: 1,067
Posted By spikey_58
Motor Combo Advice - LRP/Tekin

Hello to all.

I bought a Factory Team B4.1 the other day and I am coming to the electrics part. At first I was just going to go for a Fusion Exceed system but my local place has an offer on...
Forum: Bury Metro 29-12-2011
Replies: 18
Views: 2,695
Posted By spikey_58
Hi Si. Thanks for the tip - well if I save for...

Hi Si. Thanks for the tip - well if I save for the LRP Spedo and get an X12 in a different turn, say a 10 or an 8 that should be better then.

Or I could even just get the Fusion Exceed 10.5...
Forum: Bury Metro 29-12-2011
Replies: 18
Views: 2,695
Posted By spikey_58
Puchased

Well, I made my commitment today and went for a Factory Team B4.1. I looked at the RB5 but was just going to be stretching too much for the extra 80 quid. So I picked the car up which I am half way...
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