Before Using An RC Nitro Car

Before using any RC nitro model it is important that you check the following:

* Receiver Battery
* Range check (Stand a distance away from the model and make sure it is responding to the radio control correctly. Ideally do this with someone else so you can stand as far away as you want to use the model.
* Radio Battery
* Glow Plug is tight and glow start is fully charged
* Ensure engine flywheel is tight and tighten if needed (important or the  flywheel will wear away)
* Loctite/tighten any loose nuts, screws or bolts. ie: set screws, engine mount screws, wheel nuts, etc
* Clutch-bell and Spur Gear mesh (important or you will strip your gears)
* Pullstart engine screws
* Nylon ties for exhaust
* Clean & Re-Oil or replace Foam Air Filter element
* Ensure all servo & throttle linkage is straight at 90 degrees & in proper alignment when the radio equipment is turned on. Adjust if needed.
* Ensure fuel system is free of obstruction, line pinches, dirt & leaks
* Clean entire car after every tank - watch for sand, rocks, mud, debris or anything that will hinder proper operation and maintenance.

The above maintenance should be observed ideally after every run.

The main adjustment screw would have been pre-set at the factory and we would have double checked it to make sure it is correct for running the engine in. In 99% of cases this screw will not need touching until after you have run the engine in if you wish to fine tune it. If you do loose the starting position of the screw or want to check it then the top of the screw should be just 1 - 2 mm below the top of the screw casing.

Traxxas VXL RC Rally Car

The throttle is wide open. All four tires howl as they slide across the asphalt. You finesse the input, work the steering wheel. Now you’re perfectly balanced between slip and grip as you carve through the turn sideways, emerging from clouds of tire smoke to scream on to the next corner. This is asphalt rally racing gymkhana style, and the Traxxas Rally VXL is the only R/C vehicle designed to give you the experience of hanging it out in the turns and powering down the straights with the perfect blend of speed, power, and traction. The specially tuned suspension and tire compounds let you ride the slip angle with thrilling precision, putting your skills to the test as you master the art, right in your own driveway. The Velineon^® brushless power system combines with 4-wheel drive to give the Traxxas Rally VXL road-ripping muscle that rivals the full-scale racers. Officially licensed BFGoodrich^® rally tires deliver authentic style and performance, and the tough, wide-body design features cutting-edge graphics that could only come from Traxxas. Get ready for a new kind of R/C driving excitement with the Traxxas Rally VXL. For more info take a look at our website.

Nitro Radio Controlled Car Tips & Tricks.

There's lots of small jobs that you can do on a nitro radio controlled car to make it run better and last longer. Following some of these easy to follow tips and see great improvements.

1. The antenna tube is quite brittle when new. If you take the antenna tube and boil it in a pan of water for a few minutes it will become soft and flexible. It will be easier to fit and if you flip your model it will not break!

2. Glueing your antenna tube to the mounting will ensure it does not come loose and fly off when racing.

3. Take a cable tie and thread it through the fuel tank lid to aid opening the tank lid whilst using.

4. Use silicone bathroom sealant to seal your receiver box and any gaps where leads are exposed. Apply a small amount of sealant to the bottom of your receiver box lid before screwing the casing back down. Also apply some to the underside of the chassis top plate where the servo and switch leads enter the receiver box lid.

5. Tape your 4 cell receiver pack batteries up with some insulation tape. Wrapping a small amount of tape around your battery pack will ensure they do not vibrate loose and cause you to loose control.

6. When doing a jump you can actually control the car in the air. If it starts to nose dive give a quick blast on the throttle to level it out and if the car starts to climb like it is going to land on it's back wheels applying the brake will correct it.

7. If your aerial is to long and a lot is coming out of the top of the tube do NOT cut it. Instead use a small amount of fuel tubing over the aerial tube to hold the aerial neatly and securely to the outside of the tube.

8. Cut tiny holes into your body shell next to the body mount holes and feed a short piece of fishing wire through the hole. Knot the end going through the shell so it can not come out and then tie the other end to your body clips. No more lost body clips!

9. If the seal on your fuel tank is broken or you want it closed more securely attach an elastic band to the rear of the tank, feed it under the tank and up the front and attach it to the handle on the lid. As the band is stretched it will be constantly pulling the lid closed.

10. The steering links come attached to the bottom of the outer fixings. By removing the screw and attaching from the top should give a more stable car over the rough.

11. If you are getting grip role and your model flips when you go round a corner snip the outside tread off the tire to reduce the grip and make it slide instead.

12. If you are using an off road model (such as the Condor or Conquistador) on long grass screw down the threaded collar on the shock body to increase the ride height.

13. Make sure there are no leaks around the engine and manifold which would decrease engine power and performance. Use high-temperature gasket or silicon sealants (such as Hylomar from Halfords) around areas such as the carburetor to the engine, the exhaust manifold to the exhaust port of the engine, and the back plate or pull-start mechanism against the engine block.

Understanding LiPo Batteries for RC Models

LiPo batteries are very different from previous generation batteries and understanding how they work, and especially how to charge them, is the key to getting the best performance.

Series
Individual Lithium Polymer cells have a nominal voltage of 3.7 volts (vs. 1.2volts per cell for Ni-Cds or NiMHs). Cells are wired in series to give the following pack voltages:
1 cell = 3.7 volts
2 cells in series = 7.4 volts
3 cells in series = 11.1 volts

 Parallel

Unlike Ni-Cd and Ni-MH batteries that self-discharge when wired in parallel, LiPo cells can be hooked up, charged and discharged in parallel with no detrimental effect. Wiring two LiPo cells in parallel doubles the capacity (more run time), plus an important advantage of wiring in parallel is that each cell only sees half the total current.


3S 2P
A battery pack that has three cells in series (giving 11.1 volts) and 2 of these 3-cell packs are wired in parallel is commonly referred to as a 3S, 2P (3 series, 2 parallel).


C Rating
LiPo cells are also commonly given a C or current rating. This is the maximum average recommended discharge current for the cell. For example, the VP2150/20C packs have a 20C rating. To determine the maximum recommended discharge rate multiply the capacity times the C rating. 2150mAh x 20C = 43,000. So the maximum recommended discharge rate would be 43,000mA or 43 amps. If your application has a higher amp draw, remember that LiPo cells can be wired in parallel, and with 2 cells in parallel each cell sees half the total current. With 3 cells in parallel, each cell see one third the current.
By wiring packs in a combination of series to get the voltage and parallel to achieve the capacity and individual cell current to an acceptable level, LiPo cells can be used to power nearly every type and size of model. 


Charging
Charging LiPo batteries requires a very different charge method than other types of cells. It's imperative to use a charger designed specifically for LiPo batteries, and with most LiPo-specific chargers it's necessary to correctly select the cell count (1, 2 or 3 cells) manually.

RC Nitro Acme Conquistador doing oblivious donuts.MP4

RC Nitro or Electric Model ?

Before purchasing an RC model for the first time, this is one of the most important things you need to ask yourself. Nitro powered cars can be a lot faster and need more driving skills to control. We think nitro rc cars can be a lot more fun and realistic, but there is also more maintenance required because of the nitro engine. If you choose a nitro rc car you will need to be prepared to learn and understand the model and mechanics of basic hobby engines. If you have patience and are looking for a hobby instead of a toy we would recommend an rc nitro car.

Electric powered cars are much simpler and require less maintenance than nitro rc cars . The user simply charges the batteries and runs the car. Very little adjusting is needed. Recommended for beginners who just want to get the model out and use it straight away. Brushless electric rc cars offer faster speeds than normal electric models.

Ansmann 1/8th Terrier 2 RC Nitro Truggy

Product Code : 114000007 

Our Price £234.96

 

Are you looking for a special off-road challenge?
Then the Terrier is what you need. A high-performance, high-rpm engine provides the necessary power under the hood on all terrains. This stadium truck is not shy of incredible speeds and long jumps!

Numerous adjustment options such as camber, track, shock characteristics and more let you achieve optimum racing performance with the Terrier on any track. On cross-country runs or spectacular jumps - the Terrier is in its element.

Fast, powerful and ready anytime and anywhere - the Terrier brings loads of driving excitement and action both off-road and on-road!

Features/Equipment
Pre-assembled vehicle
Pre-installed, ready-to-run RC system
Metal geared steering servo 6 kg
Pivot ball system f/r

Adjustable camber/track/caster action
Full-time prop 4WD for max acceleration
3.5 ccm AR-21R Force engine with pull start
3-shoe racing clutch
Hardened drive shafts
3 mm aluminium chassis (T6)
Vented, adjustable disc brake
Splash-proof RC box
Maintenance-free, gasket-sealed differentials
Aluminium oil shocks
Rear chassis brace
17 mm standard hex wheel hub
Performance enhancing exhaust system
Adjustable spoiler for more contact pressure
Pre-glued tyre set
Pre-designed body with decals
Steel spur gear

Requires
Fuel with16 to 25 % nitro

Glow plug
Glow Starter or starter set
Glow wrench (Included in a starter set)
Fuel filler bottle (Included in a starter set)
8 AA cells for the transmitter
AA cells for the receiver

Latest Edition to my own RC model Collection

After watching You Tube videos of this model and customers giving it such a big thumbs up, i've got to admit, this 1/16th RC Truggy grabbed my attention and being a Traxxas Model i was sure it wasn't going to disappoint me!  Well it certainly didn't and i can highly recommend it, hence i've posted the video below, just for a taster :)

ultimate landing e-revo vxl 1/16

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