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[What's_nitro?]

I took the Rustler out for a spin today. I haven't had a running R/C in so long I had forgotten how fast it already was. Maybe the 6s+600XL will be overkill...

I'm using the Rustler hardware for now. RPM arms and the MIP CVD kit. I now have a full complement of Acer ceramic bearings in the tranny and rear axles. If you don't already use ceramic bearings I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THEM! I bought a Top Flight balancer and balanced all four tires. I now highly recommend balancing your tires! I don't know how I was able to control this thing before I did.

Last night I ordered some 5mm M1 pinions from Mike. As soon as I get them I can run the 600XL. I'm gonna use the MaxAmps 4s until I can afford the new 6s pack. That should give me enough time to practice driving in a straight line.

Some current pictures:





I belted the Speed Hawgs with two layers of good quiality duct tape. Oh my what a difference. No ballooning at all, at what appeared to be 45+ Mph. Enough of a traction increase from the taping alone that I could accelerate fast enough to hear a higher tone emanating from the motor before I had to hit the brakes. It's getting faster but I need more space! I still have yet to see the top end on this setup.

Motor temp during this test peaked at 179.3 *F. I need a lower ratio. The motor is revving too high with 22/86 gearing.