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blackhawk07
01-25-2010, 01:43 AM
first of all i just wanted to say hi and im glad to come on here . someone recommended me to come here and chat and to get information . i'm new to thsi r/c stuff so please have some patience with me until i learn the ropes around here.

actually i do have a question if someone can help me, first of all, i just bought a new rustler 3705/2wd/with a titan 12t motor/ xl-5. now , my questiion is how can i make my rustler much run at peek performance and what would i need to get and do? if someone knows please don't hesitate to let me know i would greatly appreciate it.



oh, by the way i'm from beverly ,MA. so any one around close to this area please pm or send me back some info.


thanks, blackhawk07

bilster44
01-25-2010, 11:07 PM
Whats up everyone? I'm from Sacramento Ca, I have been racing for about 23 years now. Have seen quite a bit in that time, but nothing so cool and amazing as the brushless motors, speed controllers, and lipo technology that is in car racing today. Wow! Everything is powerful, little to no maintenance and they run for ever. It's great!

chuck67207
01-26-2010, 10:48 PM
hi all, my name is chuck, and iam looking to get into the oval raceing part. me and a friend attened the chili bowl jr in tulsa, had a blast. i have been into r/c for about a year now. have a nitro boat, 3 tmaxxs 2 nitro and 1 electric emaxx, a my next door neighbour gave me a 1/10 scale losi speed t that he had crashed. so i rebuilt it. have been running it on the local dirt track man is it fast? i put lipos in it. it flies. now i what to get into raceing the edms 1/10 scale. can i convert it over to a edm or do i need to get a differnt one ? :) thanks. chuck

CraigTyska
01-29-2010, 02:16 AM
Hi my name is Craig Im In to trains, N scale trains, Ho and 1/24 slot car racing, RC Racing Jrx2 pro, XXX-NT AD1 and AD2 , Nitro hammer RC boat. I love to Port RC Engines, Race Cars, MX bikes, Snow Cross Racing, Sleds

Gadget
01-29-2010, 06:49 PM
I;m Robbie and i do race two to three times a week.

chris25
01-30-2010, 01:22 AM
i been into rc cars and it is fun what i like is drifting i go to carpet track i like it and it's fun

bobbys
01-30-2010, 10:57 PM
Hello everyone! New rc shop & raceway COMING SOON to North Kingstown, Rhode Island.

NightShadows
01-31-2010, 12:53 AM
Hello All,
I race R/C cars a HPI Pro 2,I know it's a older type car,but it wins--lol. I race the 24# so I really have a hard time finding 1/10 scale decals for it. If anybody has or knows where I can get any Gordon 24# decals i really would be thankful.
I live in Alabama and race quit a few different tracks and i'm looking forward to looking at this site. I will look back in forum to see if anybody has any decals.

Have a nice day all--Wayne

NightShadows
01-31-2010, 12:56 AM
Not sure if i'm doing this right-this was my message I think I posted:

Hello All,
I race R/C cars a HPI Pro 2,I know it's a older type car,but it wins--lol. I race the 24# so I really have a hard time finding 1/10 scale decals for it. If anybody has or knows where I can get any Gordon 24# decals i really would be thankful.
I live in Alabama and race quit a few different tracks and i'm looking forward to looking at this site. I will look back in forum to see if anybody has any decals.

Have a nice day all--Wayne

jkaetz
02-01-2010, 08:22 AM
Need to post so I can send a PM. Not really new to RC, just the forums. :) Currently own an RC10T2 and Tamiya TXT-1. Looking at getting into some local races with a friend.

tlmarshall59
02-01-2010, 10:42 AM
Hello! I'm looking to get involved in the sport with my handicapped son. He has a rare form of muscular dystrophy and is confined to a power wheelchair. I'm thinking this is the perfect hobby/sport for us as I believe he could compete fairly well in spite of his disabilities. My only concern is that he's not quite able to use a pistol-grip controller but he does fine with a 2-stick radio.

We live north of Cincinnati and are only 15 minutes away from Tri-State Hobbies. We've been to the track several times and my son is VERY excited about getting involved. Initially I thought that the VTA class would be a perfect way to get started, but this past weekend we watched the oval classes and now I believe that the TOUR Sportsman class is the way to go. The problem is that I've already purchased a bunch of TC4 stuff for VTA.

Is possible for the TC4 to be any where near competitive in the TOUR Sportsman class?

Tom and Alex

rapedaperacin20
02-01-2010, 09:33 PM
Hello All Just Joined Up Checking Everything Out.

joelm
02-02-2010, 09:29 PM
Hello my name is Joel and I am always looking for places to help with our racing program. So i will check frequently and see what is available.

salmonarmbc
02-02-2010, 11:56 PM
Hi Randy Here From Salmon Arm Bc, Just Wondering If There Is Any Other Rcers Around Salmon Arm

masterballer00
02-03-2010, 12:22 PM
Hey there im Justin new to RC totally. I plan on racing oval. Im in tampa, fl. Hope to see you around.

JTM Racing
02-03-2010, 09:11 PM
Hello everyone

RC_Wendy
02-05-2010, 08:54 AM
Hi I'm Wendy. I'm new to this site but have been doing RC for awhile. My ex-boyfriend got me into this. It's probably the only good thing he did. :) Looking forward to reading how to make these things go fast

Wendy

tamiyapete
02-05-2010, 10:40 AM
HELLO EVERYBODY
the trackside oval is set up :thumbsup:
practice begins today
hope to see everyone this saturday for the BRL warm up

bhauch4
02-05-2010, 07:45 PM
thanks for welcoming me. great forums!

dan g
02-06-2010, 10:39 PM
hello fellow racers. new to the site. just getting back into racing after 10 year layoff.

Derka21
02-07-2010, 12:47 AM
Im new to the site but not to the hobby i race mostly on raod nitro and ele. but i also have a t maxx and some mini and micros im glad to going your guys group.

YesterdaysFish
02-08-2010, 10:07 AM
Hi everyone. I've been out of the hobby for a while so perhaps I'll be able to draw on some of your experience with the new stuff.

R/C Family
02-09-2010, 12:46 AM
Hi everyone. We are getting started in R/C as a family. Like everything else we do we do it together. Which means as dad I am responsible for making everything work and the family is responsible for getting maximum enjoyment out of it....lol Our first purchase was a 2.5 T-MAXX and a Jato 3.3

rsully
02-09-2010, 03:18 AM
Hey, My name is Rick and I quit smoking and took up the R/C hobby to keep me busy. I first bought a Slash 4x2 for 100 bucks from a buddy of mine. I then stumbled across a young guy on Craigslist wanting to trade an SC8 for a slash. so I met up with this kid and checked it out. It looked good, so we traded. I had my ideas that something smelled funny, but I did it anyway. Turns out , the motor was done. I sent it into AE and got a new one for 125.00. Not to bad... The SC8 rips. All of my friends are getting them as well- 4x4 Slashes /Jammin/ SC10. We also have a buddy who built a track in his back yard. ( he lives on 5 acres and has a tractor) We are having a blast! Bashing is fun, but hopefully soon I will make it to the real track. Looking forward to checking out this site. Thx for reading!!:wave:

Pjustin
02-10-2010, 06:56 PM
Hello everyone. I live in the northeast kingdom of Vermont and race two Customwork Aggressors. One in 1cell 13.5 and one in 4cell 27t nastruck.
My local track is Riverside RC in StJohnsbury, a small flat carpet track. I look foward to talking to many new people and racers.

Bladecx2
02-10-2010, 10:52 PM
Hello all. I just got here. Lots of great info.

N7YOR
02-11-2010, 06:19 PM
Hello my name is Steve I have been in this hobby for over 20+ started with tamiya blackfoot clodbuster. Have been in to nitro for the past 10 years.

Spoolin4
02-11-2010, 11:05 PM
I forgot to introduce myself under this username.

The names Justin, formely known as "Justin_29" before I got out of the RC oval scene. Raced carpet oval for about 6 years, then our track closed so I sold out. My first indoor carpet car was a Bolink.

3 years later (Now), I get the bug again and want to race at our new local track aswell as surrounding tracks such as St.Rock and Plattsburgh.

I now use the new username; "Spoolin4" seeing I use this username for every other forum I attend.

:dude:

JBeckham
02-12-2010, 03:02 PM
hi im jack beckham im not new to rc racing i just took a 6 year vacation but i am new to lipos just curious on charging lipos how much and how long it takes got a 5300 mah 25c

soccerstud5
02-14-2010, 04:17 AM
Hey everyone im just getting started in rc and it has been a blast.

wbanger
02-16-2010, 06:40 PM
Hello. I have raced for 21 years, raced everything from 1/4 scale down except 1/12. Just wanted to see what's going on. I race mostly in ohio and indiana.

kwayne
02-16-2010, 10:46 PM
hello:wave:

hot_eclipse
02-16-2010, 11:01 PM
hello all, my name is anthony. i have been into nitro rc for quite some time now. my reason for joining this site is because im trying to find out how to get ahold of whoever runs the dirt oval track in north vernon IN. i would also like to know if there are any tracks near the florence KY area? thanks to everyone in advance.

hot_eclipse
02-16-2010, 11:03 PM
do you by any chance know anything about the dirt oval in north vernon IN? i raced there a little bit last year, now im trying to find out when they are going to start the race season this year. thanks.

jfan517
02-18-2010, 08:29 AM
Good to meet all of you, I have a RC10L4 carpet pan car that i race weekly, first time for me on this forum. Looks like a lot of great information.

1sicls1
02-18-2010, 12:46 PM
Hey everyone after being out the hobby for 5 years just restarted picking up a Associated TC5 ready for carpet racing :)

tdevilman420
02-18-2010, 05:54 PM
hey all just wanted to say thanks for the welcome im from upstate ny an sick of the cold

pcorty
02-18-2010, 11:44 PM
FOR SALE $250
ALL Original 1980s VINTAGE Clod Buster (perfect 10)
Comes with Original Controller & Charger
Chevy Decals
All original Parts
Professionally Assembled
No Box

I have a guy coming to look at it this weekend, so if interested please call me directly (847) 772.7355

olderguytoys
02-19-2010, 04:34 PM
Hi all I have a military hummer made by century 21 toys 1:6 scale rc 2004 the problem im having with it when you turn it on it wants to stay on unless you turn the switch off even when the remote control is off I have no manuals for it someone gave it to me it use to work just fine and all of a sudden it started doing this hope someone can help me fix this problem I am in a small town southeast of Dallas Texas

olderguytoys
02-19-2010, 04:39 PM
Hi all I have a military hummer made by century 21 toys 1:6 scale rc 2004 the problem im having with it when you turn it on it wants to stay on unless you turn the switch off even when the remote control is off I have no manuals for it someone gave it to me it use to work just fine and all of a sudden it started doing this hope someone can help me fix this problem I am in a small town southeast of Dallas Texas

:wave:

RC196868
02-19-2010, 04:50 PM
:wave:Hi everyone just happened across the site through another forum that I'm a member of,its good to know there's a track here for those interested in on road R/C.
Got my start into the world of radio control hobbies through airplanes started off using glow power then entered into electric powered aircraft about seven years ago but during my time flying I really wanted to get into R/C cars,and started off with cheap new bright cars modifying them as best I could(mainly taking parts off to lighten them up)I recently moved up by what some would say is just a hair from new bright.
Though I feel my gear has the potential to be upgraded to be a suitable car plus the hobby is really suppose to be about he fun and friendships you create I've found most forums to be helpful and I've learned a lot from people just glad to be a member of one in my home state.
I live in Greencastle but hope to get in to see the carpet track some day there at the fair grounds.

CGage
02-21-2010, 01:55 AM
Hi Everyone!!

chiefj48
02-21-2010, 10:39 PM
i all,
my name is joe depinto, and i have been racing r/c cars since 1988. i am looking for a friend, and if anyone can help me i would be grateful. his name is Ralph Yacabucci. if you know him please give me his contact info, of give him mine.

thanks,
joe
321 984 9786

Chuckityou1
02-22-2010, 01:36 AM
Hi,my name is Chuck and myself and my son Darryl are just getting into the R/C hobby and we have a few gas trucks and a coupe of electric.We live in Taft,Calif.which is thirty miles from Bakersfield.I'm going to build a small track in our back yard as soon as the rain stops. Thanks,Chuck

chaddomsophluci
02-22-2010, 09:23 PM
Hello, my son and daughter are excited about driving R/C and we are just getting back into the hobby - I used to race carpet oval 17 years ago! We live in northeastern Ohio and are looking for a couple of Slash's to really get started. Both of them have trucks, just not indestructible enough.

dubsport
02-22-2010, 09:49 PM
Hey
Richard from Edmonton Alberta Canada here just getting back into the swing of things from an extended hiatus from nitro cars... boy things have definatly improved!
Cheers!

TM190
02-22-2010, 10:44 PM
Me and my son are looking to do some racing in NJ this year. Was into this hobby years ago, dusted off the ol Sledgehammer, added a Stampede and a Slash. In the process of Freshining up the sledge, new body, electronics, etc.

reba
02-23-2010, 06:58 PM
raced alot a long time ago. recently started back into the hobby with my kids. Im hooked all over again

07beast
02-23-2010, 08:32 PM
Hello all, .. Painting Slotcars and RC stuff is my thing. I use alot of paint masks when I paint. I'm always willing to learn new tricks. I'm looking forward in getting to know you all and swapping ideas.

twin racers
02-23-2010, 10:39 PM
Hi i'm new to this site, but i have raced rc cars off and on for several years. But now i'm getting my seven year old boys involved in racing it's still alot of fun.