OFNA Ultra GTP / MBX conversion

couple of body pics and the raceway

[sikeston34m]

Nice Conversion!

I'm getting VERY curious about those kb45's!

Just a thought here Linc.

Still got that container of 10w-30 sitting around?

Couldn't you heat that pinion up and harden it by quenching in the oil?

[tashpop]

Originally Posted by Arct1k

Which to go for:

- http://www.rcuniverse.com/market/item.cfm?itemId=377392
- http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin...&I=LXMW85&P=ML

or any other suggestions?

the tires on rcu look just like the ones that came with my yusa rally, so i would look elsewhere.

[lincpimp]

Originally Posted by sikeston34m

Nice Conversion!

I'm getting VERY curious about those kb45's!

Just a thought here Linc.

Still got that container of 10w-30 sitting around?

Couldn't you heat that pinion up and harden it by quenching in the oil?

I actually found out that the ability to harden steel depends on the type of steel. Not all steels can be hardened. Some of the pinions can be hardened and work fine. Others may not work so well.

I can safely say that the KB45 10L I have runns cooler than a similar geared 7xl. Now I am not sure if a feigao 9xl (similar kv) would be able to pull the gearing to have the same top speed on 4s as this KB. This motor has some serious torque. I would like to see how it does on 5s. I can't wait to try out the 12xl on 10s in my aftershock!

[tashpop]

and i can't wait for some vid of those setups.

[lincpimp]

Guess I need to buy a digital camcorder!

Good lord, if I made vids of all of the cars and trucks it would take me all week! Maybe I can do a walk thru of my rc workshop! I would have to tidy it up first!

[sikeston34m]

Mr. Lincpimp,

I do believe it's time! It's time to buy a camcorder for the sole purpose of sharing your awesome setups in action with your friends here on RC-Monster!

The friends that talk about their setups and the friends that talk about your setups.

The friends that show you vids of their setups in ACTION.

Now what's missing from this picture?

[lincpimp]

Originally Posted by sikeston34m

Mr. Lincpimp,

I do believe it's time! It's time to buy a camcorder for the sole purpose of sharing your awesome setups in action with your friends here on RC-Monster!

The friends that talk about their setups and the friends that talk about your setups.

The friends that show you vids of their setups in ACTION.

Now what's missing from this picture?

Good point Sike.

I still remember the first time I saw your emaxx vid from the link on your ebay auction. Thought to myself: "man this guy can't drive, but it looks like fun!"

Ok, so any suggestions on a camcorder, I am cheap, so keep that in mind. I will also want some sort of vid editor, maybe something that comes with the camera. And then where/who is best to use for vid hosting? Youtube looks like the most popular, but can photobucket do vids? Seem to remember that they can.

I will have to dress up if I am to appear in any of thse vids. And I may have to have some "female assistance", in case the truck flips over. These vids may be funny, I will have to put disclaimers on them all.

On a side note, I just acquired a golf cart, free. It needs a fair amount of work, mainly in the battery and wiring dept. It would be cool to rc that.

[sikeston34m]

Originally Posted by lincpimp

Good point Sike.

I still remember the first time I saw your emaxx vid from the link on your ebay auction. Thought to myself: "man this guy can't drive, but it looks like fun!"

Ok, so any suggestions on a camcorder, I am cheap, so keep that in mind. I will also want some sort of vid editor, maybe something that comes with the camera. And then where/who is best to use for vid hosting? Youtube looks like the most popular, but can photobucket do vids? Seem to remember that they can.

I will have to dress up if I am to appear in any of thse vids. And I may have to have some "female assistance", in case the truck flips over. These vids may be funny, I will have to put disclaimers on them all.

On a side note, I just acquired a golf cart, free. It needs a fair amount of work, mainly in the battery and wiring dept. It would be cool to rc that.

My driving skills have improved greatly since then! Thank you very much LOL

I figured you would have some good ideas on how to "class up" your vids.

I use a JVC Everio 30 Gig Hard drive camcorder, model GZ-MG130

It's a nice unit with alot of features. It's gonna set you back a little over $300, but you'll be glad you spent the extra dough if you decide to get it.

It comes with it's own video editing software OR better yet, you can just use windows movie maker to do your magic.

It plugs directly into the computer and you can download vids from it directly to your hard drive.

A nice feature also, you can burn vids directly to a DVD and play them later on your regular player.

Get you a tri-pod.

Photobucket will host vids, but usually tends to be alot slower at uploading than Youtube.

[jhautz]

Most regular digital cameras now days come with video capability that ios more than good enough for You Tube quality.

You can probably get a decent digital camera and big memory card (for lots of good RC vid and pictures) for less than $200 now days.

Chek around on line at place like BUY.com or overstock.com for clearance stuff of last years models. You can find some awesome deals if you look.

[lincpimp]

Hmmm, the wife just bought herself a new sony digital camera. I will have to see if it has a vid feature?!

Glad to hear that your driving has improved Sike. I was just pickin' on ya.

I will have to jazz up my vids somehow. I have a giant infatable d*#k (not duck, if you catch my drift) costume that would look really funny if I was driving an rc while wearing it. Maybe just stick to the pimp costume?

[jhautz]

I'm sure it does have a vid feature.



Please do NOT tell us why you have a giant inflatable costume of that nature. I am afraid if you told me I would go blind from reading it.

[lincpimp]

Originally Posted by jhautz

I'm sure it does have a vid feature.



Please do NOT tell us why you have a giant inflatable costume of that nature. I am afraid if you told me I would go blind from reading it.

Well Jeff, since you asked...

Was a gag we did at a halloween party a few years ago, same year I dressed as the pimp. Really good for a laugh, especially the pic of us all hugging it!

See there you did not go blind.

[lincpimp]

Did some more toying with the gtp this weekend. Swapped out the front shocks for a set of revo shocks with the orange springs. I also fooled with the rear shocks and the droop screws to get the rear suspension firmer and with less travel.

Also swapped out the kb 45 10l for a kb 45 8l. Picked up a bit of speed that way. I am also going to try 5s2p a123 instead of the 4s lipo.

Had a slight issue, I destroyed the front diff! Not sure what happened, but the car did a complete front flip at about 40mph, and landed back on the wheels! The ring gear had a few teeth missing and I guess that they locked the diff up and caused the flip. I ordered a few spares today, and should have it on the road again next weekend. I need to put revo shocks on the back, and start to tune it, the orange springs may be too soft.

I also have a new speed project, but that will be for another thread!

[riceman]

Originally Posted by jhautz

road rages suck. No traction at all. The slick you listed I have no idea. But there is an ebay seller that sells slicks that lookmlike that and are terible. Cheap.... but terible.


The Ofna Belted tires (slicks and street treads) are awesome, but a little more $. I personally like the street treads the best of all street tires I have tried. Belted for no balooning from the factory so they handle awesome and they also have great traction.
http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin...?&I=LXJAT0&P=7
http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin...?&I=LXJAS9&P=7


The GRP Rally tires were great too IMO, but it appears that they have been discontinued. That sucks. I used them all the time for parking lot oval. They were a great mix of traction an wear life.
http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin...?&I=LXMXB8&P=7


I have a set of these that are ok. Espescially for the cost $31 for a set of 4 mounted. But the sidewall is a little taller so they are not as precise feeling as the lower sidewall tires I listed above. http://www.amainhobbies.com/product_...ducts_id/17912

Guys on the Inferno Gt forum rave about Twister Tires. Seems they are only available here. They get a batch in every few months or so then sell them out in about a week.

Good news is that Losi/Horizon will now be distributing the GRPs. These should be available in a couple weeks.

Those slicks are good for one thing... drifting!