Team Losi MICRO-T! 1/36 scale!

[Jag_Imaging]

I just ran my dt with the body off that way when it would "die" I could see and check was was the actual problem..I was bashing it around for a good while before it acted up..turns out it was the conection between the motor and esc...as soon as Id pinch it it would work again..So Im thinking Ill just put some electrical tape on it to tighten it up.

[Monsterbrad]

I run mine in my basement
Have 2 ramps from K-Mart screwed to a 2 inch riser.
I use carpet on a sturdy cardboard roll and a flat piece of cardboard as the landing underneath the carpet.
Way too much fun :D
These things handle just like there big counter parts.
Also a tip
For the suspension that is super bouncy on the new trucks
Just get a little screw driver and tighten down the tie rod arms on 1 end just a little bit.
Makes it bind a little acting like it has oil shocks.
Mine are all like this!;)

[Mini-TBasher55]

I just ran my dt with the body off that way when it would "die" I could see and check was was the actual problem..I was bashing it around for a good while before it acted up..turns out it was the conection between the motor and esc...as soon as Id pinch it it would work again..So Im thinking Ill just put some electrical tape on it to tighten it up.

I never had any luck with the stock connectors myself, so I swapped out for Micro Deans Plugs. They can handle higher current applications, so if you go lipo or a better motor you're already ready for it. The only catch is that the bigger connectors don't fit through the battery hatch, so you can either trim the tabs on the connectors (they're only there for grip) or use a dremel w/ sanding bit to open the battery compartment opening up a little, which is what I did. Putting the connectors on the motor shouldn't take any mods to make the slightly squarer connectors fit.

[Monsterbrad]

Anybody have anything to say about the micro desert???
I am running 2 lipo's and have had no issues with the stock connectors
I am not holding the throttle wide open all the time either though

[Mini-TBasher55]

Anybody have anything to say about the micro desert???
I am running 2 lipo's and have had no issues with the stock connectors
I am not holding the throttle wide open all the time either though

I guess my problem with them was that they fell apart easy for me. The wires would come out of the plastic connectors and once that happened they were never the same. The micro deans are easier to grip and have less resistance. Once you go brushless its definitely a good idea to go with Micro Deans. :)

[Monsterbrad]

Well I swithced gears a little and bought a new MLST-2 off ebay.
So I am going to see how that thing is and still mess with the micro's also.
I just love the Lipo in these little trucks.

[skunkworks2006]

Hey all,
I've been lurking for a while and just now joined. I wanted to say "thank you" to all of you in helping me with my purchase of a micro DT. I went lipo this week and can't believe the power and speed! This thing is insane! It will actually go fast enough to roll over on pavement with the steering trim set to minimum. Wow. I've also switched everything over to micro Deans connectors so I can use my better peak chargers for the Lipo and the NiMh packs, and I got the bearing kit, but haven't installed them just yet.
Now since I am officially in the brotherhood, I have a question. At times my DT will just plain stop and cut out all together. When it is turned off and back on, it springs to life again. This happened with lots of power left so I don't think it could be LVC, and I ran it for some time afterward and it didn't shut down. So, is the ESC overheating? Is there something loose? Since it will spring back to life if turned off and back on, I don't think it's a loose wire/connnection. Any wisdom or insights?

[Monsterbrad]

I have noticed that the lipo makes the motor very hot for it's size.
You might be geting that to hot or the speedo too hot.
Mine does that every once and a while when I turn it on.
DOes nothing.
Turn it off disconnect the main speedo wire then plug it back in corrects the problem.
NOt sure what else to tell ya.
Remember be careful with lipo's :D

[Mini-TBasher55]

Hey all,
I've been lurking for a while and just now joined. I wanted to say "thank you" to all of you in helping me with my purchase of a micro DT. I went lipo this week and can't believe the power and speed! This thing is insane! It will actually go fast enough to roll over on pavement with the steering trim set to minimum. Wow. I've also switched everything over to micro Deans connectors so I can use my better peak chargers for the Lipo and the NiMh packs, and I got the bearing kit, but haven't installed them just yet.
Now since I am officially in the brotherhood, I have a question. At times my DT will just plain stop and cut out all together. When it is turned off and back on, it springs to life again. This happened with lots of power left so I don't think it could be LVC, and I ran it for some time afterward and it didn't shut down. So, is the ESC overheating? Is there something loose? Since it will spring back to life if turned off and back on, I don't think it's a loose wire/connnection. Any wisdom or insights?

Nice choice on lipos and micro deans.

Monsterbrad is right, the motor does overheat like crazy. If you don't watch it it can overheat to the point where it burns out, or even worse the solder can unsolder and get on other things while unsoldering the wires at the same time. I will soon go brushless because of this, or get a motor that can handle the extra "juice" the lipos put out (volts). :)

[Monsterbrad]

I am very careful when I run my truck with the Lipo in it.
The motors due get very hot cause of the amount of juice they are getting verses the stock battery.
I was looking on ebay and saw the bb mod motor.
I was wondering about that.
Not to many have gone brushless cause you have to change everything.
The lipo batteries make a huge difference

[Mini-TBasher55]

I am very careful when I run my truck with the Lipo in it.
The motors due get very hot cause of the amount of juice they are getting verses the stock battery.
I was looking on ebay and saw the bb mod motor.
I was wondering about that.
Not to many have gone brushless cause you have to change everything.
The lipo batteries make a huge difference

Yeah i was doubtful about brushless until I saw a Horizon ad that gave the materials needed and a full how to article. It would allow me to use my Spektrum with it, which was be awesome because I get glitching problems myself.

[Monsterbrad]

Let me know hot fitting all that in the truck works.
You will have to get a new steering servo as well.
I would like to try it I don't like the glitching either

[Mini-TBasher55]

Here's (http://www.horizonhobby.com/ProdInfo/Files/Micro_Brushless_Conversion_Guide_v2.pdf) the guide I'm talking about, just incase you were wondering:)

It will cost me $82 for a conversion, which includes the BL system, Servo and Servo Saver, and Micro Deans for the ESC. Not too bad, but I would also be getting a lot of 3Racing things, like a carbon fiber chassis, shocks, CVDs, Turnbuckles, and Alloy front knuckles. :)

Because I'm a cheapa$$ I'll be fitting in a normal Spektrum Reciever, if I can't find a used micro Spek on eBay

[Monsterbrad]

Well lets see some pics when you are done.
I am going to sell one of my micro's and replace it with the new Micro Desert.
I am not sure what is going to happen as far as mods yet to mine.
The Lipo is an awesome up grade.
:D

[skunkworks2006]

I also anticipate your posts on going brushless, Basher. I saw the kits from Horizon that have an ESC and brushless motor bundled together. It looks like a nice way to go, but I'm wondering if you can use the stock Rx if you use that?

Thanks for the thoughts about by problem. However, I notice it will happen even when everything is cool. I wonder if the ESC is overloading somehow? It only seems to happen when I slam it in full throttle on a fresh lipo. It just stops. After The lipo is worn down a bit, or if I ease on the throttle, it seems to function well. BTW this was in a dry empty parking lot in 28 deg F weather. So I don't think overheating was happening within the first couple of minutes.

[Monsterbrad]

That is pretty cold for this little truck.
You have to remember that the truck will be the temp it is outside within minutes of starting to run it.
You may have a faulty Speedo in your truck.
One of mine acts a little funny every now and then like you are describing.
I also got 2 different types of Lipo's and the Losi one is nice and soft at the beginning when you first start the throttle then mash it
You are flying!
The other one is very very touchy.
Right from the get go!
Be careful running Lipo's outside in that cold a tempeture they can become easliy damaged if run to low and exposed to super cold.
Also what are you charging your lipo with?
This can depend on how they perform also

[skunkworks2006]

Good thoughts, but I'm running the Losi Lipo with the supplied Losi charger. And it does the same thing indoors. I have a large conferance room (maybe 50x80) with industrial carpet on cement with no pad. It works great for running the micro. However the problem happens indoors too whenever I've got a fresh lipo. I'm no stranger to lipo's as I fly RC aircraft too, but I've only been running the Losi with the Losi charger in the micro DT so far. I think it might be the speed control.

[Monsterbrad]

Well from what i have been reading here and by the way that the Micro was glitching tonight I can see that the radio equiptment is probably to blame.
The truck still all run but mine acts kinda funny with all the juice from the Lipo but runs very well for the most part HUGE air off the razor punk ramps in the basement in my house.
I have a new MLST-2 and the speedo keeps shutting down every now and then cuase of heat.
I still like losi don't get me wrong almost all my stuff is losi but after reading some posts on one18th about the MLST I am begining to think I should have bought a couple Vendetta's instead.
But any ways I would concentrate on that speedo in your micro.
Try a new one they are not that expensive.:confused:

[Djioul]

Hi all !

We just bought 6 at work to race all together during luck breaks, that's massive fun for the price !!

I ran mine for two packs only and I'm already looking forward for brushless, lipo's and so on ! :D

[bassguitar]

Sweet work place!

[Djioul]

Sweet work place!

That's only for lunch break, don't worry ! :D

[skunkworks2006]

That's awesome! I wish I had someone to race with.
Be sure to check out the lipo. As far as brushless, I'm sure you know the particulars, but the lipo alone has gotta be the biggest bang for the buck. If you run the lipo or a 6-cell NiMh pack you'll blow your buddy's doors off!

[Mini-TBasher55]

That's awesome! I wish I had someone to race with.
Be sure to check out the lipo. As far as brushless, I'm sure you know the particulars, but the lipo alone has gotta be the biggest bang for the buck. If you run the lipo or a 6-cell NiMh pack you'll blow your buddy's doors off!

Definitely.

Go Lipo first, and you just might change your mind on brushless. Lipos are powerful enough for most people:)

[Monsterbrad]

Lipo's are great
They are huge in the power department
Any of you guys want to buy another Micro T
I have 2 that I am going to sell.
45 bucks a piece shipped anywhere in the US

[Djioul]

OK, I'll start nicely with LiPo, I've got a charger that can handle it as well, so it should be easy upgrade for me ! :D

Any brand that you will recommend?

If possible not a US one because I always have issues with the customs when I buy something from US...

[skunkworks2006]

Monsterbrad,
I'm interested. PM me with the details and maybe we can work something out.

Djioul, I'm not sure about what brand or model of lipo's to recommend. Know this though: The Losi lipo made for this truck has a LVC installed on the battery. Most any other lipo will not, and you'll have to check the voltage often at first and then set a timmer to determine end time. You don't want to go too low and damage a lipo battery. If you take the steps above, any 2-cell that will fit in the compartment ought to be good. You can even make your own pack from Full River cells or old Aero Ace / X-twins if you're careful and are proficient with a soldering iron. Good luck. Maybe someone else will chime in. I'm still learning about the Losi micro's too.

[skunkworks2006]

Another thought:
you can always make a 6-cell NiMh pack and achieve the same power with a little added weight. I don't know about the T, but my DT has more than enough room. If you need cells, or don't feel confident making your own, check out cheapbatterypacks.com I think the 1/3 AAA size cells would work well.
6C/KAN160AAA/Double Flat/20AWG Wire/No Plug works out to $14 shipped.
http://www.cheapbatterypacks.com/main.asp

I would order without plugs and solder my own Dean's Micro, but you could add whatever you like.

[Monsterbrad]

Are those battery packs any good there
I am kinda iffy about cheap battery packs
You get what you pay for when it comes to batteries :D

[skunkworks2006]

I have never used them personally, but lots of guys in the RC Airplane forums say they are great. I think the name "Cheap Battery Packs" is just to get you interested. Since they deal with the components in large quantities, I imagine they are able to keep cost down. Again, I have no personal experience, but I wouldn't hesitate to order them myself based on the testimonials of others.

[Monsterbrad]

Skunkworks2006
Are you still interested in these 2 Micro's that I have
Let me know
I am going to put them on ebay if you don't want either of them

[Mini-TBasher55]

I have heard a lot about cheapbatterypacks.com, all of which was good. They probably take 2 weeks from the order date to come in because they are custom made, but they seem pretty good.

I would've purchased from them about 9 months ago, but they stopped carrying IB Sub C's

[Monsterbrad]

I may have to try some cells from them cause I am pretty sure I am getting a villian ex for christmas from the g/f.
Plus I would like more batteries for the micro's and mini's

[aemaniac22]

yes! i finnaly got 1. wheely popping on carpet is amazing! got the aluminum losi steering blocks so no e-clips on the front:D. Also,the chrome street tire and rims look sick. Do any if u guys know of any good aluminum oil shocks and what else should i get? Thnx

[Supraman93]

Here are a few photos of the beginning of my hopped up Micro-T.

Aeronuts 200mah Lipo, BB motor, deans connectors, 3 racing CF chassis, 3 racing oil shocks, HR Venus LP wheels, TGN CF bumper, HR motor cover, Losi bearings, Losi threaded axles, GPM front + rear arms, lexan steering links

[aemaniac22]

dude, Sick!! whered u get the wheels? how are the Shocks? Are the a arms aluminum? How much was that? whats up with the tires? they look like drift tires. Also, does anyone have the stock settings(camber, steering link, toe in, rear/front pivot blocks, etc.) also, where should i get also this stuff? Liquid, atomicmods, hot racing, tower?
Thnx

[Monsterbrad]

SWEET LOOKIN TRUCK
How are the shocks???
I want some oils for the micro's I am running right now

[Mini-TBasher55]

Does the BB motor overheat with the lipo like the stocker does?

[Monsterbrad]

Does the bb motor over heat with the lipo like the stocker does like was asked last post?
ALso what kinda wheels are those???

[aemaniac22]

monster,
Those wheels are the hot racing venus lp wheels i belive. they are on hot racings website.
And superman, why didn't you make the motor conecter a deans too?

[Ninja Viper]

Anybody having problems with the stock battery packs? I had one that was dead in the package, which I replaced and now another one just died. This is getting expensive.

[Monsterbrad]

Ninja how are you charging them?????
I charge them at around .8 amps and about 12millivolt cut off
I have had luck with all my packs so far charging them like that.

[Mini-TBasher55]

My stock pack would die at times and it got annoying as well. It was hard to get it to work again, but I've never had a problem with the lipo packs :)

[Ninja Viper]

Yeah I am using the charger that comes with them, when I plug them in the red light will not come on. I do have an ICE charger that I have not tried because I do not have the proper connector.

[Mini-TBasher55]

Yeah I am using the charger that comes with them, when I plug them in the red light will not come on. I do have an ICE charger that I have not tried because I do not have the proper connector.

You can just chop the stock one off the stock charger

As I've said though, micro deans are the way to go :) My stock connectors that are still on the motor like to fall apart

[delhoopty]

I am new and have not had a chance to sift through this forum yet, but has anyone had any issues with the LiPo battery pack for the Micro-T? I bought one and it will only run for a minute and then die. I cycle the power to the car and it will run. Sometimes it will keep on dying. Any insight on this would be great!!

[t9dragon]

It might have a loose wire or a bad cell.

[Monsterbrad]

Sounds like a bad cell
I have a Losi one and I am not impressed
Charges in a hr runs for 20 mins maybe tops
Try cycling it a bunch of times witha good charger
Duratrax ICE are pretty good

[skunkworks2006]

Delhoopty,
If you turn off the car and then back on and it works again, it might be a bad ESC/LVC. I have problems with mine on a fresh charge. If I give full throttle with a fresh lipo.... it will shut down. When I cycle the power on my DT, it comes right back. If I give slow throttle inputs or less than full for a while, it works just fine. I think I'm overloading the ESC. It is a bit annoying, especially since carrying a wheeling at WOT is the best part.
Does this sound like your problem?

[tyhodge07]

:D;):cool:
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v519/didimakeyascream/buggytestbody7.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v519/didimakeyascream/buggytestbody6.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v519/didimakeyascream/buggytestbody5.jpg

[rnrkid]

I am new and have not had a chance to sift through this forum yet, but has anyone had any issues with the LiPo battery pack for the Micro-T? I bought one and it will only run for a minute and then die. I cycle the power to the car and it will run. Sometimes it will keep on dying. Any insight on this would be great!!


I had this same problem. It is most likely the thermal cutoff in the motor due to binding. Mine had carpet strands wrapped around the axel. When I cleaned it out, the problem was solved.

[Monsterbrad]

I think as posted before that some of these new Lipo packs from losi are not that great.
I still can't get the run time out of mine.
I may try another one here in the near future I will keep you all posted.

[Mini-TBasher55]

Anyone try the maxamps lipos on their micro?

[Monsterbrad]

I have another one for sale
Its a red Baja
RTR
PM me if you are interested.
50 bucks takes it

[tyhodge07]

I have another one for sale
Its a red Baja
RTR
PM me if you are interested.
50 bucks takes it

pm me some pics :cool:

[delhoopty]

That sounds like the issue, since I like to pop wheelies on a fresh battery!!

[chestnut007]

Hello fellow Micro-T owners...
One question, I just got one of these little guys but when I put the brakes on, the car automatically turns to the right. What do you guys think the problem is? Diff problems?

[Djioul]

Hi chaps !

Mine is still full stock and is OK like that so far !

A few videos with a friend of mine (the red truck) doing some indoor trial ! :D

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H4W1rMODbrQ
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IBJFlT1XqG8
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1jRwB19DLxg
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pt3N86M0S24
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9F4dw2AkXKs
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I8uBdwYi_4M
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gOJuYhrWjrY
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1jzMk59nc3I
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W3r-3H9yKEo
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s1lXkqKoH5Y

[aemaniac22]

Hey,

I broke my rear hub and i went to hobbytown and got a new set.m I got home, and found that the rear axel pin thing wouldn't fit. Stupidly, i tried jamming it in there and the screw/pin broke when i tried to get it out. What happede? was the part a defect or do i have to buy the rear arms or the screws with thhe arms for it to fit? should i return it? and also, where can you get wheels for the truck?
Thnx

[brushless_4ever]

Here:

http://www.killerhobbies.com/items/losi/losi-micro-t-vehicles/integy-micro-t-vehicles-hop-ups/integy-cyclone-silver-3-spoke-wheels-for-micro-t-4-intt8461s-detail.htm

[Monsterbrad]

www.liquidrc.com
Has alot of parts also

[Karadjas]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y_AWngCa6Z4 a vid I threw together :D

[tyhodge07]

new losi micro forum, only for the micros. check it out, lets see you all there ;)
http://micromodz.all-up.com/portal.htm

[BashemSmashem]

Here are some pics of my Micro DT that I converted from a Micro T .

It has the Losi Excelorin 8750Kv system , 3Racing gearbox , JR SM-22 servo , bearings , and a 27Mhz FM radio system .


http://memimage.cardomain.net/member_images/10/web/2038000-2038999/2038117_182_full.jpg
http://memimage.cardomain.net/member_images/10/web/2038000-2038999/2038117_180_full.jpg
http://memimage.cardomain.net/member_images/10/web/2038000-2038999/2038117_181_full.jpg
http://memimage.cardomain.net/member_images/10/web/2038000-2038999/2038117_179_full.jpg

What do you guys think ?

[ElectricThunder]

Cool. I have a micro-t with a feigao motor and mamba 25 ESC in it, but I need to rework the receiver (antenna wire came off; it's an RC18 Rx). Looks good though! How'd you get the antenna to stick straight up?

That chassis looks like it has considerably more room than the micro-t. Can you possibly compare the xcelorin ESC to the mamba 25 in terms of size?

[chestnut007]

lol, it look like a real desert truck with all the decals...

[BashemSmashem]

Thanks guys ....

Looks good though! How'd you get the antenna to stick straight up?

I used a screw in antenna mount and mounted it too the receiver box .

That chassis looks like it has considerably more room than the micro-t. Can you possibly compare the xcelorin ESC to the mamba 25 in terms of size?

The excelorin is about 1/2 the size of a Mamba 25 ESC . If you look closely at the first pic you can see it mounted too the front of the micro receiver .

[Monsterbrad]

bash
I see that you have the losi brushess system how is it??
Also what tranny case are you running i see that is aluminum also.
Very cool
I can imagine this thing is fast

[Mini-TBasher55]

Sweet set up-does the 3racing gear box have beefier gears?

[aemaniac22]

what do you need to convert it to desert truck? also nice truck looks great

[Figit090]

Bashemsmashem - cool truck i like how you matched the color of the body to the rims! what did you do to your antenna? looks beefy

:D;):cool:


http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v519/didimakeyascream/buggytestbody5.jpg

can you give me any more info on that body? where did you get it and how much?

i haven't been in the RC scene in a while and i'm diggin that body! what do you use for preload spacers? thanks!

[tyhodge07]

can you give me any more info on that body? where did you get it and how much?

i haven't been in the RC scene in a while and i'm diggin that body! what do you use for preload spacers? thanks!

body i made from a mold, so no one else has one like this ;) and the part i used to preload the springs are them little wire nuts that you crimp on the ends, i cant remember the exact name, but thats what they are and they were pulled from the metal part than cut down a bit to the size i needed.. the stock shocks have also been modded to allow damping, they are greased now ;)

[bassguitar]

That buggy body is great. You gotta make some more and sell em!

[tyhodge07]

money problems right now since our car gave out on us :( so i dont have the extra $$$ to fund for more lexan

[Monsterbrad]

bash
how do you like that aluminum tranny case???

[BashemSmashem]

bash
I see that you have the losi brushess system how is it??
Also what tranny case are you running i see that is aluminum also.
Very cool
I can imagine this thing is fast

The Losi Excelorin system works great ! There is a little lag between fwd/rev but no big deal . It doesnt cog and power delivery is pretty smooth .

Sweet set up-does the 3racing gear box have beefier gears

You use the stock gears with the 3 Racing gearbox.


bash
how do you like that aluminum tranny case???

I like it alot ! It has lasted a long time now and I dont have any wobble in the spur gear shaft .

[Monsterbrad]

I am going to have to try that tranny.
What batteries are you running with the brushless??
How does the brushless do on the stock battery?

[Fatmandan]

im trying to figure out if im gonna get a micro-t or the DT

is the only different the wheels and body and chassis?

and in theory could i just buy a DT chassis and tires/body and make it a dt?

there both the same speed and everything right?

[BashemSmashem]

I am going to have to try that tranny.
What batteries are you running with the brushless??
How does the brushless do on the stock battery?

I am running 7.4v LiPo batteries from Aero-Nuts

Never tried it on the stocker so I coulndt tell ya ....


im trying to figure out if im gonna get a micro-t or the DT

is the only different the wheels and body and chassis?

and in theory could i just buy a DT chassis and tires/body and make it a dt?

there both the same speed and everything right?

You need a DT chassis , front shock tower , DT wheels and a DT body .

Personally I would just get the DT , it handles better and youre gonna end up switching too a DT anyway .

[Fatmandan]

You need a DT chassis , front shock tower , DT wheels and a DT body .

Personally I would just get the DT , it handles better and youre gonna end up switching too a DT anyway .

good call


can i get a lipo and use my duratrax ICE charger to charge it?

i just have to turn down the charge rate right?

[tyhodge07]

cheaper to buy a used or new stock t or b off ebay and convert to a dt, you can find the t or b's for around 40, their only 20 bucks to convert to a dt.

[Monsterbrad]

I would go with the DT
I have had them all and the DT is by far the best
Handle's awesome compared to the others.
The only down side I can see is the DT will not work for really tight trials type of driving cause of it's length.
But for most of us living room bashers the DT is the best choice.
And yes ebay is a good place to find used ones I have sold 3 on there so far ranging about 50 bucks a piece.

[Monsterbrad]

Ok what is everybody doing for steering up grades???
I am tired of the little clear junkies breaking

[aemaniac22]

1/36 Raminator RTR
At a Glance

The 1/36 Raminator features a fully detailed body, complete with wheelie bar and battery holder installed for awesome wheelies right out of the box. A standard motor guard is also included so that you can outfit the 1/36 Raminator with a standard micro vehicle setup. A micro screwdriver is also included to make maintenance and modification easy.

Styled and detailed after the unstoppable full-scale competitor and built on Losi’s award-winning Micro Vehicle platform, the Losi 1/36 Raminator is built, painted and detailed to look just like the real thing. The licensed truck even includes scale two-tone wheels and monster truck tires that enhance the realistic look, giving you the chance to take monster truck excitement anywhere you want. Losi’s 1/36 Dodge Raminator packs all of the incredible features that have made the micro vehicles a huge success, like independent suspension for great handling, a portable alkaline-powered battery charger for added convenience, an installed Ni-MH battery pack for quick acceleration and great run times, and a Losi radio system. Even the alkaline batteries for the transmitter and charger are included, so the 1/36 Dodge Raminator is ready to go as soon as you open the box.
Features

* Officially licensed Dodge Raminator body
* Complete RTR with everything included
* Independent suspension for superior handling
* Wheelie Bar/Battery Holder installed
* Scale two-tone wheels with monster truck style tires
* Losi 27MHz AM Radio system installed
* Ni-MH battery and portable charger included
* Micro Screwdriver included for easy maintenance

Product Specifications

Type:Micro Monster Truck

Scale:1/36

Length:6.1” (155mm)

Width:Track Width 4.2” (107mm)

Wheelbase:3” (76mm)

Weight:4.53 oz (129 g)

Suspension:4-wheel independent

Tire Type:Rubber with monster truck pattern

Radio:27MHZ AM pistol

Batteries:4.8V 150mAh Ni-MH (included)

Charger:Portable Peak charger (included)

Kit/RTR:RTR

Shock Type:Coil-over friction damper

Body:Officially licensed, completely detailed, Raminator Monster Truck Body



Copied from losi's website

sry no pics couldnt figure out how

[Nitro 4 me]

same wheelbase as the micro t and B, to bad. The DT chassis would have been better

[Fatmandan]

well i just got mine, bought the lipo with it, been zipping around the living room, its awesome.. i cant get it to hook on the carpet tho, you can see were it spins and it kinda gets loose and drifts to the left untill it hooks, just ordered aluminum camber rods for it, anyone know if they make the steering rods that are clear in red aluminum?

[aemaniac22]

well atomic mods has carbon fiber ones
http://www.atomicmods.com/Products/Atomicmods-Micro-T-Carbon-Fiber-Steering-Link-Set__13660.aspx

[Fatmandan]

oooooooooooooooooh ya


http://home.graffiti.net/fatmandan/0127081835.jpg

[chestnut007]

sweet...

[j_m_Kay]

What is the difference between a high viscosity damper and an oil filled damper and which one do I need to prevent my DT from flipping over at high speeds on sharp turns?

[aemaniac22]

J_M_KAY,

The high viscosity damper is filled with a thick shock oil like grease. The oil shocks are like most sealed shocks in larger cars.

[j_m_Kay]

which one would make my DT flip over less on sharp turns at high speeds

[BashemSmashem]

There is a mod you can do with the stock shocks that works REALLY well , I did it and I couldnt belive how much better the truck handles after doing it !

Here is the mod , I copied and pasted it so it wouldnt get deleted ....

This mod was thought up by "TheSteve" on one18th.com


As we all know the Micro-T handles amazingly well for its size but just a little damping in the shocks would improve performance by a large margin.

I've been experimenting with several options to add oil or grease to the stock shocks that would give a good feel and not make a mess.

After much trial and error I have found something I am very happy with and its very simple.

In a shock so small I don't think its practical to use oil unless the shocks are made of metal, that leaves us with the option of using grease in the stock plastic shocks. The challenge is to keep the grease in the shocks and not have it all over the shock shaft which will be covered in dirt and fuzz in no time.

That means we need a seal of some sort. I experimented with a few options and came up with using the silicone insulation off some 16 or 18 gauge wire. I then tried putting the seal on the outside end of the shock using heatshrink, this actually worked but meant the heatshrink had to be glued to the shock body which I didn't like. It does appear to be a possible option though and looked quite good and didn't interfere with the spring as I used very thin heatshrink.
I then looked at putting the seal inside the shock body, this is obviously the most ideal situation. I was stumped on how to get the seal to stay in place though. After some experimentation it seems with the right seal material it will stay at the bottom of the shock all by itself quite nicely.
Armed with this information I tried different lengths of silicone wire insulation. I found a very very short piece was all that was needed, infact the shorter the piece the less damping action you seem to get. With no oil or grease in the shock the damping action was too heavy - the insulation was pushing too tightly on the shock shaft. With a truck so small and light very little damping is needed to serve its purpose.
If I added a little oil seemed to work but ended having different amounts of damping as the shaft was pushed in and got a a heavier feel the more I used the shock. I then tried grease and was very pleased with the result. I ended up using MIP red grease - the kind thats included with MIP CVDs. Its quite thick and is designed not to run. I didn't fill the shocks, just added a little to keep the silicone seal lubed and to ensure there was always some around the piston.

I've built all 4 shocks now and am very impressed with the results. I am hoping some others can try this and also achieve excellent results. The toughest part will be to find some silicone wire insulation the same as what I used. Mine came from the battery leads off a Polyquest 2S 1500ma LiPo pack that I had left over.

Here is a picture of the front shock shaft with a seal on it, a front shock body and a side profile of a second seal. I cut the seals as thin as I could using an Xacto knife. I also used thinner ones for the front shocks to have softer damping on the front end. It is a little tough to get the seal in. I put the seal on the shock shaft and then gently worked it into the shock body using finger nails and a pair of very fine tweezers. Once its started going in I pull the shaft out just enough to add some grease then pull on the shock shaft to seat the seal at the bottom of the shock. I then added another very small amount of grease to ensure there is some below and above the piston. Then just seal it up with the top cap and wipe off grease that may have been around the top of the shock. If I had to guess I would say the shock body is only 10 to 15% full of grease, so not much is used.

This is a worth while modification if you can find the correct insulation to make a seal with. If anyone has any questions of comments please let me know.

I should note the thickness of the seal will effect the shock travel every so slightly. They are so thin though the difference isn't going to be noticed. If you're using the stock rear springs I recommend making a spacer out of heatshrink ,fuel tubing, an O-ring or a zaptie thats 1 to 2 mm long just so the rear end of the truck doesn't squat at all when sitting.
http://www.one18th.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=29165

[tyhodge07]

i got a how to vid on youtube on the shock mod, you could search tyhodge07 and itll bring up my videos, theres a few other how tos also

[j_m_Kay]

what is the red thing that you put on it in the end and where do you find it. where did you get the small wire too?

[tyhodge07]

the red part is the plastic piece off of a wire nut, i dont remember the exact name, but you crimp the plastic part to the wire, that is what the red part is from, and for the wire, i used one from an old esc, you might just have to mess with certain wires, you dont want it real tight or to loose, just enough that itll stay at the bottom of the cylinder when the grease is in there and the post will move nicely

[BashemSmashem]

The wire on the RC18's ESC is perfect for the shock mod .

[j_m_Kay]

what if i didn't want to mod them though. what kind of shock should i look to buy to absorb the most bump.

[tyhodge07]

3racing work the best as for oil shocks, all oil shocks leak tho, but the 3racing ones leak the least, and you can put rubber o rings in the caps to prevent that, youll need o rings the size of the blue one on your spur

[Lil Chevy]

My wife just picked one up for me... that thing is awesome!!! I'm going to get the lipo battery and later get the brushless system, and metal upgrades... something nice to add to the collection... oh yeah I have the baja

[bassguitar]

being winter up here in Canada, I just spent a week in Florida for vacation. Took the micro t with me and I'm glad I did. Nice to get a bit of an RC fix in as it'll be a few months at before I can run anything outside. There's an indoor track around, but it's kinda hard to get the time for that.

[Lil Chevy]

hell yeah def helps with the fix...

[Monsterbrad]

These things are just too much fun with the Lipo added in stock form.
I just put micro deans on both mine and what a difference.

[Lil Chevy]

alirght I'm going to pic up a lipo tonight...

[Monsterbrad]

You will not believe it
It's pretty cool
I would like to try the brushless with the Lipo
I can imagine how it would be then

[tony101664]

heres a pic of mine

[Monsterbrad]

Tony I see you have brushless
How is it??

[tony101664]

mine is not not brushless its the atomic bb which i dont think is very differnt than stock

[j_m_Kay]

i just recently upgraded to the brushless and lipo system on my desert truck. this thing is fassst but it costs a fortune. it is so fun though especially with the spektrum reciever and transmitter. the only problem is that my transmission stripped out because i was going so fast. it is worth it though.

[Monsterbrad]

I think that the brushless is to much for how tiny everything is in these trucks.
But then on the other hand I love having silly power :D

[sparkymlg92]

What it better all around 1/36 scale the stadium truck, baja, or desert truck?

[aemaniac22]

baja and the truck are the same, differnet body mounts and a different body and the desert truck is 5mm longer and has the same rear mount and different front one(correct me if im wrong). I have heard the desert truck had added handling and stability due the the longer chasis. I have yet to drive one. I would get the desert truck because i think the body looks beter and the stock rims but if you change your mind, you can always convert it to the other.
maniac

[sparkymlg92]

So the desert truck is better speed and handling than the others

[aemaniac22]

Its probably slower but the handling makes up for it. Also, if your gonna go brushless, the 5mm is a lot more room, considering a sidewinder is 2/5 of an inch wide

[sparkymlg92]

so the stadium truck is faster but the desert truck is better handling and with the brushless upgrade the desert truck will be faster.

[Lil Chevy]

still that dessert truck is fun...why do I want to get the others too??? why is that???

[j_m_Kay]

my pinion gear is not staying on the motor shaft. how can i get it to stick on.

[Monsterbrad]

:Dbuy more pinions
they are cheap enough unless you want to super glue it on then you will have to destroy it to get it back off
Then again everything is so cheap for these things who cares :D

[BTE214]

My lil bro just got a micro and it's a blast might have to get one! The only gripe I have about it is the connnector. Anyone replaced it with something better. I'm sure it will get better as it wears but for now it's a pain to get apart.

[Monsterbrad]

Deans micro plugs work great
The stock plugs rob alot of power
and they are a pain in the ass to get apart
Get the deans Micro plugs

[j_m_Kay]

the stock micro plugs are a pain at first but if you use them for a while they will become so much easier to get apart. if you replace the plugs than you have to solder it and that could become a pain too.

[Monsterbrad]

Just takes some practice that's all
Take some old wire and practice.
Remember little wires thin solder and a pencil iron not too much heat

[Tamiya4ever]

Has anyone gotten the Micro Raminator yet?

[Jag_Imaging]

Well I broke my mycro..lol
I had just installed the lipo and bearing set and was at the track having some fun..I also put the zip ties around my rear springs for added stiffness..It was jumping real well so I got a little daring and set up a jump at the top of the driver stand and planed on jumping down the stairs..Didnt go so well and heres the result.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v150/Photo_X/oops.jpg
So..now IM going to order some alu front and rear shock towers, bulkhead and get some stock front shocks.. Sorta funny, in all my 13 years in the hobby this is actually the most of broken a rc..

[tyhodge07]

man, no one is keepin this topic updated

for the ones who dont know, losi is releasing a 3 wire servo and also a receiver to go with the bl setups and work with ur stock controller, setup will run under 30 bucks, also they have a set of oil'd shocks coming out and also a set of onroad 22'' wheels.. check their site out if u havent seen them, will be out in may

[BTE214]

I just picked up 2 lipo's for it, but no charger. I'm in the process of converting them to deans micro plugs. So I was wondering what charge rate/settings I should have it on for charging on my ICE?

[mrplease]

Has anyone gotten the Micro Raminator yet?

my son has the raminator and loves it!! i think its for sure the coolest and most fun of the 1/36.

he loves lining up his hot wheel cars and running over them with the monster truck...

[Monsterbrad]

I think that these tiny trucks are all awesome
It's a great way to spend the winter

[BTE214]

Ok found out 1c.

[Figit090]

Hi all, it's been a while since i've been on the boards... and this thread is HUGE so...
I was wondering, how is the Team Bluegroove chassis for the micro-t?

Is it worth 30 dollars? 20? they sell new for 50ish. i've heard the bodies are hit-and-miss with fit/finish so i dont want to pay 50 dollars... but maybe 20?

i havent seen much about them other than a few pics...i havent read any reviews either.

[Tamiya4ever]

my son has the raminator and loves it!! i think its for sure the coolest and most fun of the 1/36.

he loves lining up his hot wheel cars and running over them with the monster truck...

Oh thats cool. I am going to get it soon for my back yard. Its very very small so the Raminator will be at home, plus I smoothed the dirt out so it should be fine for that. Going to get the bearings, oil shocks and brushless as well as the lipo in time.

[mrplease]

Oh thats cool. I am going to get it soon for my back yard. Its very very small so the Raminator will be at home, plus I smoothed the dirt out so it should be fine for that. Going to get the bearings, oil shocks and brushless as well as the lipo in time.

yeah the lipo is a must. the run time with the stock battery is awful.

[bg138287]

so does anybody have their micro-t totally aluminum yet? i wanna get a graphite chassis and everything orange, but i don't see myself breaking anything at all... oh well, maybe i'll bust some stuff when it's brushless! :D

[Tamiya4ever]

yeah the lipo is a must. the run time with the stock battery is awful.

Yeah gonna get that too. I just got mine. I took the wheely bar off, and added the bearings and moved the battery to the center.

[mrplease]

well with the lipo it'll still do wheelies even with the battery in the center...

[Tamiya4ever]

well with the lipo it'll still do wheelies even with the battery in the center...

Oh good can't wait. I am still waiting for the oil filled shocks from Losi to come out, which should be in May......

[nitrorustler41]

hi, i have a question....

i just got my micro desert truck, and the guy at the hobby shop suggested to get the threaded axles.

so, thats all i have now. can i buy a lipo pack, and use that with the charger that came in the box? or do i have to get a lipo charger.

i am not probly gonna do the brushless, cuz my rustler is my true money pit.....lol

so, i was just looking for a second batterey, or somthing for longer run times thanks....

[Mini-TBasher55]

Yes, you need a LiPo specific charger. Failure to do so will result in the pack catching fire, and then exploding.

[Figit090]

Mini-TBasher55 AND Monsterbrad - thanks for the replies a few pages back...i dont get on the boards as often as I used to and didn't have time to reply. :)

[nitrorustler41]

what other companies make batteries that will fit in the desert truck?

is there any other batteies that have a longer run time than the losi li-po's?

also, what is the run time average of a completly stock desert truck? just curious. and the charge time too. how long is that? li-po or stock battery

[bassguitar]

Stock charge time is about 25 minutes and 5-8 minutes of run time. I suggest this link to everyone about the charger - it'll save you a ton of batteries:
http://www.ripper7racing.com/r7rforums/showthread.php?t=458

[pb1592]

It was working fine for the longest time, then suddenly, POOF! it just stopped working as if it had no battery. This happened while it was in use, probably about 50% through a fresh charge. I swapped known working TX and crystal and battery but nothing. I used a voltmeter to check the on/off switch and it is fine. I tried it with just the motor and then with just the steering servo in case of a short. nothing. any ideas what could be wrong? any common known problems with this happening or how to go about diagnosing it? I imagine the control board/receiver is expensive and would like to try as much as possible to fix it before ordering a new one. Any input will be greatly appreciated. Thanks!

-Brian

[nitrorustler41]

is there anyway to get the stock battery connector on and off easier....once it clips in, it wants to stay there....

this is my first day with the truck, man this thing is fun!

[nitrorustler41]

ummmm...... i think i killed my battery.... i plugged in the charger, and the red light aint comin on.....


what should i do?


i have put only 1 charge on this battery pack....the truck's brandnew!!!!!

[nitrorustler41]

nevermind.....the plugs slide in and out easier with use.

btw, the charger is cahrging, and all that. I am already looking for more power lol

i have about 10 cycles through the battery, and it is a lot of fun!

[TamiyaIFSDriver]

Here is my new Micro Raminator. So far it just has bearings as I am waiting for the Losi oil shocks and the new servo/reciever unit to be released so I can install the Losi brushless and speed control.

[Figit090]

COOL. first third-party pic i've seen. i'd like to see one next to a micro-t, or better yet, try one!

time for some youtube searching!

they are bringing out a new servo/rx unit? i guess i havent looked at RC in a while...haha.

[nitrorustler41]

what run times are you guys seeing with a otherwise stock truck, and just the li-po upgrade?


and, I know it depends how hard on the throttle you are, but how do you drive, and hows it last?

[hotshot52]

im gonna do the threaded axle upgrade, the new carbon fiber steering links, a new tire set and the lipo upgrade!!!!!!!!

can you put these things on smooth dirt tracks? cuz i have a track that might be just perfect for it!!!!!

[TamiyaIFSDriver]

When I had the Micro-T it ran ok on smooth dusty dirt. Now that the Losi upgrades are released I can work on the Raminator.

[allinsmoke]

If anyone can help that would be great...I tried a new thread but kept getting errors.

I have upgraded my Losi Micro T truck with lipo and brushless motor. I use the specktrum 3.0 controller , for some reason this thing is really REALLY hard for me to keep striaght now...If i decied to use full throttle the thing just goes in circles regardless of on carpet or pavement.

What am i doing wrong?

Any suggestions? HELP

[Mini-TBasher55]

Use the Spektrum's servo endpoint feature to limit the steering so you're not getting full swing. Be a little more sensitive with your adjustments while driving. Also make sure it is centered with the trim.

If you're still having trouble, look into your shocks and tire choices. You can run step pin fronts that will give you more forward traction on carpet, and softer front springs.

[Figit090]

If anyone can help that would be great...I tried a new thread but kept getting errors.

I have upgraded my Losi Micro T truck with lipo and brushless motor. I use the specktrum 3.0 controller , for some reason this thing is really REALLY hard for me to keep striaght now...If i decied to use full throttle the thing just goes in circles regardless of on carpet or pavement.

What am i doing wrong?

Any suggestions? HELP

I would suggest to first and foremost make SURE your rear tires are not binding in any way.

Hold the truck in your hand, apply light throttle. if both tires don't move at the same speed something is binding.

if you get hairs wrapped around one axel or between the wheel and hub it can cause enough binding to cause the truck to pull to one side.

visually can you align the front wheels and adjust them left or right without much difficulty, and without running into the end of the adjustment range? If so it sounds like something in the drive wheels is sticking a bit.

[allinsmoke]

thanks for reply Figit090...i did see some debri in the back and front tires...I will clear all debri and try again...I know no matter what I change on the sterring ratio will not matter...

However; I have noticed the front tires move more turning right then left when holding the truck...regarless if I change the sterring ratio. Could the mini servo be bad? Or not proberlly set?

Ugh...I love this little truck but now a pain to run it...Starting to just stick my my nitro...

Thoughts?

[Lattsorama]

Is there anything stuck on or around one of the wheels? Some dust or a hair or something?

Not a technical answer for you, but something to check.

Edit: sorry - didnt see the other replies already suggesting to check this.

[Lattsorama]

quick question. Are there any "dangers" of putting a Lipo in these things? Im talking dangers of wrecking the stock motor for example (not the dangers of lipos blowing up etc).

anything to look out for?

[Mini-TBasher55]

The LiPo overheats the stock motor terribly. I went through 3-5 stock motors before going Brushless.

[TamiyaIFSDriver]

I got and installed the Losi Xcelrin brushless motor, speed controller and the servo/reciever combo. Everything works great but this is my 1st brushless and I think I have a issue though with cogging. It sometimes wants to go when I give it throttle but it cogs sometimes. Any solutions?

[Mini-TBasher55]

What pinion are you using?

The DT for example has a small problem where you can only fit on the biggest pinion-you have to sand down the transmission case in order to get the other pinions to mesh properly. I sanded mine down by hand, little by little until I got the mesh I wanted.

If you use the largest pinion, the motor will overheat extremely fast and cog like crazy.

[TamiyaIFSDriver]

Yes I found that out. I am using the middle sized pinion out of the 3. I wanted to use the smaller one but it did not want to mesh correctly with the spur. Thanks for the tip.

[Mini-TBasher55]

You should not be cogging then-check your gear mesh and differential.

Also, what battery are you running? If you're running the stock, you're going to experience cogging. Upgrade to the LiPo if you haven't already.

[TamiyaIFSDriver]

Oh yes I am currently using the stock battery pack. But I am just using it for testing until I get the LiPo.

I will sand down the transmission case to use the smaller pinion. Thanks for the help.

[Lattsorama]

So Im pulling the trigger, and I can hear gear noises, but the rears dont move. It wont roll freely/wheels dont spin either.

Ive either got it so clogged up, OR the gears arent meshing.

My dumb question of the day is how do I get into this little beast to check it out - or are there any things i should try etc?

[bassguitar]

Check that the mesh is okay, but also check that the transmission case screws aren't too tight.

[TamiyaIFSDriver]

I managed to remove some material from the transmission case and put the smallest pinion on. And it works perfectly. No cogging and it seems allot smoother than with the larger pinion. I will get the Lipo soon and the oil shocks then it should be perfect. Amazed at the speed too.

[Lattsorama]

I have updates.

Ive loosened all the tranny screws and it didnt seem to fix the problem.

I could "push" it across my desk and it would skid. The rears just wouldnt spin. This was just me pushing it, not using the transmitter/power etc.

So, Ive undone the cover and actually removed the motor. Now the above problem doesnt happen. I can push it freely with no resistance.

Ive put the motor back into position (but not screwed in) so it touches the big white cog (is that the spur gear) and the problem comes back i.e. wheels lock up when i push it.

Could this still be the slipper?

[Lattsorama]

more updates. i left the motor out (not touching anything) and plugged all the cables in. Give it some throttle and I can hear the motor whirr, but the cog doesnt spin.

Dodgy/fried motor?

[TamiyaIFSDriver]

Yes it could be your motor. Is it the stock motor? You could have dirt or something else that got stuck in it. Maybe hair or a tiny stick. Try turning the shaft of the motor and see what happens. If its hard to turn then something it in the motor causing it to bind. You can get another motor then. They are pretty cheap. Hopefully that will help.

[TamiyaIFSDriver]

Here is my micro Raminator with the brushless and upgraded reciever and servo. All I need are the oil filled shocks and Lipo. :D

[pasan]

The micro raminator looks like it can handle light off road duty i.e. hard packed dirt and light gravel. Judging by the wheels you haven't tried that yet, but if you do, do keep us posted. My micro-t is pretty useless for offroad, and as such im running street meats on them.

[TamiyaIFSDriver]

Just a update. I had my Raminator out on the parking lot and it ran great. There was some front wheel hop when cornering but when I get the oil filled shocks that should take care of that. I will do some light off roading on some rocks and see how it does there.

[pasan]

Only some? Must be because of the larger wheels. My micro's front wheels wobble like crazy, and the rear end is all over the place, even from the undulations of the tarmac.

[TamiyaIFSDriver]

Mine handles great on the asphalt. Is tarmac the same or is that grass? It was raining today so I could not take it out at break time at work but tomorrow it should be dry. I want to try it off road.

[PeteTheChop]

My stock (other than bearings) Micro DT struggles on concrete. I'd love to run it on a concrete basement track but I can't keep it from spinning out, even while attempting to go straight. I'm assuming different tires would do the trick. Does anyone have any recommendations on tires to avoid spinouts on slicker surfaces?

[pasan]

Tarmac and Asphalt are pretty much the same thing, only difference is tar and bitumen. Mine doesn't handle too bad but the rear does bounce a lot.

[TamiyaIFSDriver]

I don't have any problems with my Rammy on asphalt or small rocks. I can make it do decent doughnuts. It handles pretty well but it can do better with the oil shocks. Losi has a few different tire/rim options for the micro DT. Also there are some other places like AtomicMods.com that sells different tires.

[sebtarta]

So...I just bought a Micro-T Green :D

I left the RC for a few years, but I am back. I bought it to chase the cats mainly :lol:
Besides that it might be to tight for the suspension when out of the box, anything else I should look into?
I might change the connectors to Deans-Micro (if I find them)

I just hope I do not get bitten again with the RC mod bug....but this little guy looks awesome! I will post pics when i get it.

[bassguitar]

I've had 2 for a while. As with most RC stuff, the best/most useful upgrade is bearings. The threaded axles are nice to cause those tiny "e" clips are pretty easy to lose!

Maybe the Lipo, but the stock batt ain't too bad, and with the losi wall charger it takes a lot longer to charge the lipo.

The 12V mod is great too - it'll save a ton of AA's if you're handy with a soldering iron.

http://www.ripper7racing.com/r7rforums/showthread.php?t=458

[t9dragon]

So...I just bought a Micro-T Green :D

I left the RC for a few years, but I am back. I bought it to chase the cats mainly :lol:
Besides that it might be to tight for the suspension when out of the box, anything else I should look into?
I might change the connectors to Deans-Micro (if I find them)

I just hope I do not get bitten again with the RC mod bug....but this little guy looks awesome! I will post pics when i get it.


If you decide to upgrade it check out www.thetoyz.com for a big selection.

[sebtarta]

Well, I got the truck. Took it out of the box and placed it on the chair.

Went to grab it and found a piece of the antenna missing. So looking around I found out that one of the cats nibbled on it and managed to brake it off. :D:(

I have not had the time to resolder the piece back. But I have played with the Truck and its fun. This thing goes fast, handle pretty good from the box too.

Best $80 bucks spent!


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Bassguitar - By any chance do you have pictures of the mod. The site you gave me does not show any. Have you done this?

[TamiyaIFSDriver]

I just got my Losi oil filled shocks for my Raminator. So I will install them and wait for warmer weather to run it outside. Still runs great. Probably going to get the Lipo too while I'm waiting.

[HauntedMyst]

After getting out of R/C a few years ago, I just got back in by buying a Losi Micro-Baja after seeing the ebay video of the guy zipping one around his desk. I hope you guys dont mind me asking a few questions since I haven't yet read through the 30 pages here yet.

What are the must have upgrades for the Baja? In 10th scale, performance part could make a difference but do they with this car? Its hard to imagine anything really boost the performance of anything this small outside of the usual things like bearings and univerals.

Are the Micro-Baja and the Micro-T the same chassis? Are the parts interchangable?

[HauntedMyst]

wow, hoppin forum!

[stonesavage]

wow, hoppin forum!

Try this:www.microtforum.com

[stonesavage]

and: http://forums.thetoyz.com/

[bassguitar]

I just got a DT. Makes the total now @ 3. Great for some wintertime basement racing!

[dogbreathracing]

After getting out of R/C a few years ago, I just got back in by buying a Losi Micro-Baja after seeing the ebay video of the guy zipping one around his desk. I hope you guys dont mind me asking a few questions since I haven't yet read through the 30 pages here yet.

What are the must have upgrades for the Baja? In 10th scale, performance part could make a difference but do they with this car? Its hard to imagine anything really boost the performance of anything this small outside of the usual things like bearings and univerals.

Are the Micro-Baja and the Micro-T the same chassis? Are the parts interchangable?


All the Micro stuff is interchangeable MT, DT, Ram, Baja it's all good, most guys are going for the longer DT because the extra length make it more stable.

Bearings, treaded axles, DT chassis,and a 2S lipo are the best and first upgrades


oh and a custom DBR body too!

http://img152.imageshack.us/img152/1210/1020918.jpg

[sebtarta]

ok i fixed my antenna by soldering some CAT5 cable to it. Works perfect.

Its also green so it matches the body color. :)

[CeeKay]

Got my Micro last month, and absolutely LOVE it! Already broke the tape on the wing, and turned the rear tires into drag slicks. X)

This thing just LOVES wheelies, and it's VERY twisty on smooth surfaces... Handles like an RC drift car on hardwood laminate and smooth shop/garage floors (I think it'd handle better on sealed concrete)... Doesn't take grass too well, but it LOVES hard-packed dirt, carpet and standard concrete!

Upgrades:

Wheel bearings
Aluminum oil-filled shocks
Spring set (gotta unscrew the bottom mount to get the springs on)
Threaded axles

These upgrades, IMO, are crucial...

Anyway, I also bought a set of white wheels and an unpainted body... Did it up in a Reverse Urban Am-Stripe camo...

Faskolor Black, Faskolor White, Fasmask Liquid Mask... Used a Testor's air brush... Not the most precise/tuneable (actually, all the tuning of the nozzle didn't do jack to the paint bead), but it got the job done...

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http://c2.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images02/96/l_51bd4bc5ae814adfb39246b2110159c1.jpg

http://c4.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images02/67/l_4eba8d26987f4139bf02a7707b231743.jpg

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Some of the stripes didn't quite come out right... First time using liquid mask in any painting operation, and some spots got a bit too thin to peel correctly... Also kind of a pain to try and see where you've made cuts... But, I'll get used to it... The lines that did come out are GREAT! No seeping like with tape...

Also, next time I'm going to blow the body out with an air nozzle, because as you can see, there are some spots in one of the number plate risers (shock covers), there's a bunch of dark grey gunk that shouldn't be there. :\


- CK

P.s. How the HECK do they suppose I trim those tight little corners of the body???

[sebtarta]

I left mine as is...I know if I buy one single mod to it, it will change 100% in a span of a few weeks :lol:

Oh, i did buy the threaded axles, that is all i did. But now I would like to get LiPo etc...but won't do it!

[CeeKay]

Dude, the bearings are SOOOO worth it!!!

The oil-filled shocks are awesome, but tricky to get the colored spring upgrade sets on... Gotta install them from the bottom. Also, I suggest 15wt shock oil for these... Anything else is going to make them far too stiff...

A custom body is totally worth it. :p

Track dots are nothing more than orange furniture skates (Moving Men), and the ramps they sell aren't worth it either... 10 bucks for four cardboard ramps!? HAH!!! I'd rather build my own...


- CK

[Monsterbrad]

I know I am not supposed to do this but I have 2 of these Desert Style ones that would like to sell
Fastrz2879@hotmail.com

[Figit090]

I know I am not supposed to do this but I have 2 of these Desert Style ones that would like to sell
Fastrz2879@hotmail.com

....if you know you are not supposed to do that, then why did you do it?:huh:

I don't know the specific rules on here anymore since I faded from RC but if that's a rule and you know it, why not obey it, there IS a for sale section.

[GT Freak]

Well, just got my christmas present for myself...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vnbmQtoLv0U