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ASK Cub Reporter, 05.23.2013, Version- Here Comes The Email, There Goes My Mind

Cubby — Thu, 23 May 2013 14:00:24 +0000

Great lipo reviews!
Hi Big Squid,
I rarely write in to websites, but your lipo reviews have been very good: i.e. the recent ProTek: LiPo Testing a 30a draw is very realistic for 2s packs, and the extra 60a graph is nice (that must have put out some heat!). Lots of packs seem to have dips in voltage after 25-30a… so that 60a test pretty much proves it will work well at a race-pace. It must have been an investment to buy gear that can test at that draw, and I appreciate it.

Two thumbs up from this Canadian, eh?
Mike K

Cubby- Hey ya Mike, what’s up hoser? I haven’t made it to your fine country lately, I need to get back up there and enjoy some donuts and high test Molson, eh.

Thanks for the props on the ProTek 100C 2S 5600 review, we certainly put some serious time into that one. A bunch of time on the bench, and even more in the field. We’ve got another review coming up in a couple of weeks on a ProTek 100C 2S 7000. I think you’ll find it quite interesting to see the performance differences between the ProTek 5600 and 7000 pack.

Ya, for sure, the information gained from the West Mountain CBA discharger is important. Steady state continuous loads really do work a pack hard and make it easy to see differences, but… I am still a big believer that the ultimate test is the continuously variable loads produced in a car. At the end of the day the only thing that matters is how fast a pack scoots your rig around the track/bash spot and we should probably put more emphasis on that in our battery reviews.

Just fyi- the ProTek was one of “those” packs that put a big smile on our faces when we first pulled the trigger. We drive 6-7 days a week with dozens of different packs, we know pretty quickly when a pack has it and when it doesn’t, the ProTek was one of those packs that noticeably had more yank on tap than an average Lipo.

Hi guys,
So i am an RC guy but i ride a bike for living. I have been an rc guy since i can remember, hell i burned my house down with a lipo. Well, i’m back in my house now and i have a track in the back yard. My question to you is. Is there anyone that makes a 2 wheel drive short course 8 scale truck?

I’m a 2 wheel guy and was thinking that i could make 4×4 8 scale into a 2 wheel drive but would it be any good?
I ask because the current 10 scale stuff is not up for the beat down and wear out parts and over heat. My track is designed for drift and backing it into the corners. I have blitz ESE that has very few parts stock built to be tough.

The problem with 10 scales is drive lines, diffs, bearings and the lack of full compatibility with a 550 can motor spur and pin gears. Bottom line is i want some beef and drive more, work on it less. Thanks and hope i’m not busting balls but you seem to be on top of stuff.

Mark Weir

Cubby- Yo Mark what’s up? Still crush’n'em with your Cannondale? So… in your spare time you burn down houses with Lipo’s and pound rc cars into piles of rubble. You sound core basher to me, hell ya.

On to your questions…

Can you turn a 4wd 8th scale buggy/truggy into a 2wd? Sure ya can, locking the center diff and dumping all the front drive-shafts is super easy and might just be the cats meow for your driving style. But… I’ve never personally done it so I can’t say first hand it sucks, converting a 4wd 8th scaler to 2wd is not normally done for good reason. Why is that? Because there is a better way to get what you are looking for.

You are looking for something you can pound the hell out of and put stupid power in, yet can haul ass around a track. That screams 8th scale buggy/truggy platform. However… on your track a normal electric 8th scale or 4wd SCT has too much front brake causing the front end to dig in and push in corners. You want more rear braking to slide the rear end around and to initiate drifts.

So here is my super-sano-satisfaction-guaranteed answer for you- buy a nitro 8th scale and convert it to electric. Not to 2wd, but just to electric. Be sure to use a servo to control the brakes and a clutchbell set-up on the brushless motor. On nitro 8th scalers they use two brake discs, one in front of the center diff and one behind it, this allows the driver to adjust the brake bias front to rear. With a properly adjusted brake bias you can pivot your rig on a fleas butt going into corners and still have all the upsides of 4wd- the ability to power hard out of corners, greater control in the air, and easier to drift without spinning out.

Have fun, go fast, and shoot us a pic of what you put together.

That’s it for this week ya freaks, send me your questions to Cubby at BigSquidRC.com. If your email makes the big time you’ll get a free sticker pack and if I proclaim yours as letter of the month we’ll ship you out a BSRC t-shirt. YOUR Cub Reporter

Teaser – Hobby Pro USA 2wd 10th Scale Buggy

Tim Mohr — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 14:04:04 +0000

The crew over at Hobby Pro USA have just sent out teaser pictures of their new 2wd 10th scale competition buggy. Hobby Pro has been known more for their 8th scale gear, but now they are branching out to the very popular 10th scale buggy class with a car that is said to be made from the finest materials and designed to race at the highest levels.

Detailed pictures, release date and pricing information is in the works. Until those are announced why not take a look at the official Hobby Pro USA for the scoop on all of their other products.

Looking for more Hobby Pro USA news? Check out THIS LINK right here on BigSquidRC.

AKA Handlebar STD Tires and Pre-Mounts

Tim Mohr — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 14:57:53 +0000

The latest addition to AKA’s tires line-up is the Handlebar STD for 10th scale buggy. The new STD version of the Handlebar has taller treads to give more traction and longer tire life. They are available in three different compounds- Clay, Super Soft, and Soft compound. The new Handlbar STD’s are also available pre-mounted on either white or yellow HEXlite wheels with AKA red inserts, and are made right here in America. Hit up the AKA Website for more information.

We have more AKA news right HERE on BigSquidRC.

Team Associated RC8.2 RS RTR Nitro Buggy

Tim Mohr — Mon, 15 Apr 2013 15:08:53 +0000

It’s spring, time to bust those nitro burners back out again and Associated has announced their new RC8.2 Race-Spec RTR buggy. It’s an 8th scale off-roader that should not only be great at the track, but also great fun at your local bash area.

There are a host of upgrades to the new 8.2 version, and it comes with all the features you are looking for in an 8th scale RTR buggy. The newest Associated comes standard with a 2.4 GHz radio system, a .21 pull start engine, big bore shocks, 3mm towers, and a tuned pipe. The part number is #80909, street price is $499, and they should be available next month.

To view more Associated news check out THIS LINK.

Pro-Line Stabilizer 7″ 10th Scale Buggy Clear Wing

Tim Mohr — Fri, 22 Mar 2013 15:43:57 +0000

Pro-Line Racing has just announced a new wing for 10th scale buggies and it’s cool in multiple ways. First off is performance, the new Stabilizer 7″ Wing yields more rear traction and high speed stability for your buggy. The Stabilizer is also molded out of super thick Lexan, making it one of the most durable wings on the market. It also comes in pairs. If you’ve driven a tenth scale buggy very much you know that bodies can last a long time, but the wings are constantly getting torn up, so it’s cool to get the wings in packs of two.

The part number for the new Stabilizer 7″ is #6248-00 and you can expect a street price of right around $16. HERE is the link for the Stabilizer Wing on the official Pro-Line Racing website.

Thank goodness it’s Friday! How about checking out a TGIF Mystery Link?

JConcepts Pressure Point Tires for 10th Scale Buggy

Tim Mohr — Thu, 07 Mar 2013 14:08:45 +0000

JConcepts has a new set of rear tires for damp indoor tracks and blue groove conditions called Pressure Points. The Pressure Points are a small pin tire designed to give your 10th scale buggy the extra grip you need when going for the win. Some of the other features of the Pressure Points include-

* Available in Soft (Blue), Super Soft (Green) and Indoor Soft (Gold)
* Low-height tread, specifically designed to tame high-speed courses
* Inner carcass and side-wall ribbing, limits carcass collapse and increases support
* Includes And-1 inserts

Retail price is $17 and you can get more information on the official JConcepts Website.

Looking for more JConcepts news? Hit up THIS link right here on BigSquidRC.

New AKA 10th Scale Buggy Pre-Mounts (Handlebar & Impact)

Tim Mohr — Wed, 06 Mar 2013 14:32:47 +0000

AKA has just announced several new sets of pre-mounted tires for 10th scale buggies. Now you can get Handlebar or Impact tires (in soft or super soft compounds) pre-mounted on either white or yellow wheels. AKA’s popular red closed cell inserts come standard and are known for their handling and longevity.

13110SRW 1:10 Buggy Handlebar LTD Rear (Soft) HEXLITE Wheel Pre-Mounted White
13110SRY 1:10 Buggy Handlebar LTD Rear (Soft) HEXLITE Wheel Pre-Mounted Yellow
13110VRW 1:10 Buggy Handlebar LTD Rear (S Soft) HEXLITE Wheel Pre-Mounted White
13110VRY 1:10 Buggy Handlebar LTD Rear (S Soft) HEXLITE Wheel Pre-Mounted Yellow
13107SRW 1:10 Buggy Impact Rear (Soft) HEXLITE Wheel Pre-Mounted White
13107SRY 1:10 Buggy Impact Rear (Soft) HEXLITE Wheel Pre-Mounted Yellow
13107VRW 1:10 Buggy Impact Rear (S Soft) HEXLITE Wheel Pre-Mounted White
13107VRY 1:10 Buggy Impact Rear (S Soft) HEXLITE Wheel Pre-Mounted Yellow

Retail price is $28 per pair and you can get more information on the official AKA Website. Give THIS link a try for more AKA news right here on BigSquidRC.

Precirotate (PR) S1 V2 1/10 2wd Buggy

Tim Mohr — Tue, 05 Mar 2013 15:11:25 +0000

The crew over at Precirotate have announced a new version of their Proken buggy called the S1 V2. The new Version 2 comes with multiple updates, like an improved chassis, more bling, and a new cab forward body. If you are looking for something different to race in the 2wd buggy class, the PR S1 V2 should certainly stand out in a crowd of Durango, Associated, and Losi. Some of the specifications include-

* Sale: 1/10
* Length: 415mm
* Width: 248mm
* Height: 138mm
* Wheelbase: 284mm
* Gear Ratio: 2.6:1
* Weight: 1530g approx. (with 7.4V/4400mAh)

No word on a potential price point or release date, but HERE is the link to get more information on the Precirotate website. Hit up THIS link to view our post on the Proken S1 buggy right here on BigSquidRC.

Team Azarashi Redseal Prototype Buggy

Tim Mohr — Thu, 28 Feb 2013 16:35:00 +0000

Team Azarashi have released a photo of their new prototype Redseal 10th scale 2wd off-road buggy. As we’ve seen over the last couple of years, 2wd buggies have remained strong at local tracks and a multitude of companies have been putting out new cars for the class. Overseas Azarashi is known for their lexan bodies and uber Grayseal 4wd buggy conversion, the Redseal should make an impressive addition to their product line-up.

As of this time there are no plans for the Redseal to come to the states, but you can check out all of Team Azarashi’s trick products (in English) by hitting THIS link.

Have you read out latest transmitter shootout? You can check it out HERE.

Yokomo 14th Scale Land Jumper All Terrain 4wd ARR Buggy

Tim Mohr — Wed, 06 Feb 2013 15:43:13 +0000

While Yokomo is better known for their high-end race machines, their newest buggy, the 14th Scale Land Jumper, has basher written all over it. The Land Jumper comes with a roll cage for scale looks and damage control during big crashes, and its 4wd system gets more traction to keep you in front of your buddies. Some of its features and specifications include-

* Comes with servo, 380 brushed motor, and ESC
* Aluminum chassis
* Double wishbone suspension
* Large capacity oil shocks
* Front and rear gear diffs
* Aluminum motor mount and center shaft
* Slipper clutch
* Ball bearings
* Weight- 940 grams
* Length- 300mm
* Width- 200mm
* Height- 110mm
* Wheelbase- 205mm

We have not received any pricing or release information for here in the states, but HERE is the link to the official Team Yokomo website for more information on their other products.

Looking for more 14th scale news? Hit up THIS link here on BigSquidRC.