Xray 808....rebirth

[Desert Rc]

So last night I was pretty psyched to win a auction on flea-bay. It was for my dream rig the X-ray 808. I immediately purchased Mikes 2pc mount, tray, and pinions. I have only really ran a 8T but lately have been thinking of building something to go to the track with.

I have a MMM/2200 in the 8ightT but plans are in the works after my next check to buy a Tekin RX8 w/ 1700kv motor. I have some Neu Lipos 4s 5s and 6s all 4100mah.

I really just wanted to share since Im anxiously looking forward to the package. The rig purchased was from a sponsored driver who put only about 1/4 tank thru. Sounds like a solid deal and it has already been shipped with tracking.

I was wondering if someone could recommend a nice/decent servo that wont break the bank. I almost bought a 7955tg Hitec but didn't really want to drop the coin on such a expensive servo. Suggestions on something that would be good would be a great help.

Other then that I will posting my progress and inevitable questions on this thread. I am no guru like some of the guys on here. I work alot of hours but this hobby always puts a smile on my face and fullfills my freetime.

I guess I could link to my find as its the only pics I have so far....
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll...=STRK:MEWNX:IT

[whitrzac]

Originally Posted by Desert Rc

So last night I was pretty psyched to win a auction on flea-bay. It was for my dream rig the X-ray 808. I immediately purchased Mikes 2pc mount, tray, and pinions. I have only really ran a 8T but lately have been thinking of building something to go to the track with.

I have a MMM/2200 in the 8ightT but plans are in the works after my next check to buy a Tekin RX8 w/ 1700kv motor. I have some Neu Lipos 4s 5s and 6s all 4100mah.

I really just wanted to share since Im anxiously looking forward to the package. The rig purchased was from a sponsored driver who put only about 1/4 tank thru. Sounds like a solid deal and it has already been shipped with tracking.

I was wondering if someone could recommend a nice/decent servo that wont break the bank. I almost bought a 7955tg Hitec but didn't really want to drop the coin on such a expensive servo. Suggestions on something that would be good would be a great help.

Other then that I will posting my progress and inevitable questions on this thread. I am no guru like some of the guys on here. I work alot of hours but this hobby always puts a smile on my face and fullfills my freetime.

I guess I could link to my find as its the only pics I have so far....
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll...=STRK:MEWNX:IT

http://rc-monster.com/forum/showthread.php?t=23474

[Desert Rc]

Ya I read that last night after I bought my buggy....I guess we are kinda on the same page, so to speak. I am really not really worried about the weight as much as just having a sick buggy that can maintain thru the pounding that my bad driving will serve. I have been doing quite a bit of research nonetheless. I hope the commonality of our threads don't bug too much, as I only posted out of excitement of the new buggy purchase and finally trying Mikes product.

[Desert Rc]

Well I got her today. I left work early and started digging into it without wasting any time. I ordered Mikes mount and it showed up today as well. I was not in the door 5 min before I started the dismantle. I even forgot to take before pictures.

[Desert Rc]

So I showed a picture of the front shock tower with a drip of CA glue...I am a bit of a perfectionist on my builds and I am trying to talk myself out of ordering a new $20 tower. I have already ordered the top plate to the front bulkhead. I don't think that the glue will come off so I dunno. This was my first little disappointment but for the price I guess I cannot complain. I am shocked at how light the rig is compared to the xb8 that my buddy has.

I will take some pictures of Mikes mount in a minute also.

[whitrzac]

before you get too far, how much slop is in the driveline?? mine has almost 1/2 a turn of the spur from lock to lock

[Desert Rc]

Outdrives are pretty perfect and minimal slop. Mine has only had about quarter gallon ran thru it. So far so good. I really think I am going to order two new towers...its $40 and they will only get beat eventually but it bugs me anyhow.

[Desert Rc]

[Desert Rc]

Have a new body on the way, this is the one I got from the guy.

[emaxxnitro]

great looking buggy. xrays are tanks. my XT8 has over 30 races on it the only part that shows wear is the drive pins.

[Desert Rc]

Thats what I like to here, I was hoping that it could make it through my terrible driving...

[Desert Rc]

Finally finished my buggy today. Pretty sweet need some esc tuning then we will be set.