Tools needed for starup

[mikeyman]

I just bought a Duratrax Evader a couple of weeks ago and I want to get into competative racing here at the local track. Im wondering what tools and spare parts I will need to bring to the track and also if someone could recommend a tackle box to use to store parts and tools at the track. Thanks all!

[702nitro]

Don't know anything about the Evader, but for starters, you can start by going to the Evader thread. For a tackle box, I like the Stanley mobile workstation. You can put all your tackles boxes in there, chargers, etc... Its real easy to lug around cuz its like a luggage. You can get it at Walmart.

[^j!nx^]

For tools be sure to get a really good set of ball head hex drivers. 99% of the screws on the evader are hex heads.

As for spare parts. The only parts I have broken on mine are the front adn rear arms, and also I have striped out the servo horn.

Hope that helps!

[km0713]

I agree that you will need a set of ball head hex drivers. Also, watch out for the steering linkage stripping your servo gears. I've gone through 3 servo's already and have given up on my evader. I'm currently looking to get a XXT or XXXT rolling chassis to put my evader electronics into to run. Good luck tho.

[racer34v]

get a metal gear servo, 3 cheap servos = 40 bucks 1 good metal gear servo = 40 bucks

i dont know the evader either but there must be some sort of servo saver in there....?

[km0713]

I got a lightly used MF2 today. My son is thrilled. I just was not happy with the whole steering geometry of the Evader, but will use the parts I can for back up for the new truck. I had a XXT quite a few years ago that got me into RC and currently also own a Mini LST that is a absolute blast to run. I am getting my son into it slowly so he is really excited about the new truck. I know a few people who could get their Evaders to run, but most had trouble with the steering. I just got tired of messin' with it.