Traxxas Nitro Rustler/Rustler 2.5

[Legacy]

Hi all. I need some help. I'm new to RC and am torn between the Rustler or the Losi XXX-NT Sport RTR w/XR2i. What are your thoughts? (Refer to my thread in the general discussion titled "Need friendly Advice" for background info. Thanks!

[qwikpony351]

Hi all. I need some help. I'm new to RC and am torn between the Rustler or the Losi XXX-NT Sport RTR w/XR2i. What are your thoughts? (Refer to my thread in the general discussion titled "Need friendly Advice" for background info. Thanks!
I have a Rustler 2.5 with some minor upgrades.......It's a very user friendly truck,fast as a Jack Rabbit,very easy to get parts for and easy to repair.....Unless you are planning to get into some very serious racing,it's all you will ever need for personel fun.......Just make sure you have lots of room,because a Rustler can eat up alot of ground...FAST! (RDW)

[Legacy]

Thanks for the reply. Yeah, the speed would be awesome. It's hard to pass up stormer hobbies deal though. They have a Losi xxx-nt sport rtr for $240. Comes with a great radio too. What do you think?

[qwikpony351]

Thanks for the reply. Yeah, the speed would be awesome. It's hard to pass up stormer hobbies deal though. They have a Losi xxx-nt sport rtr for $240. Comes with a great radio too. What do you think?

The LOsi truck might be cheaper at first,but if you look into the parts availablility and tech support.......Nobody and I mean nobody beats TRAXXAS.

[Tim'sLosi]

The LOsi truck might be cheaper at first,but if you look into the parts availablility and tech support.......Nobody and I mean nobody beats TRAXXAS.
Sorry but you are incorrect. There are no problems with parts availability on the losi, in fact it is raced...no racer would buy a truck that had probs getting parts. As far as tech support, I have spoken to lead Losi engineers about fine tuning the truck and I have emailed Adam Drake directly and received a personal answer back. How much better can it get :confused: I do agree that Traxxas has good tech support as well but the Losi truck is a race winning design. It comes with a digital radio with three model memory, sub-trim and epa. The Rusty comes with a cheap feeling basic radio. Again, I have both and the Losi is more suitable out of the box for a beginner...IMHO. That said...the Rusty 2.5 is a blast to bash!

[mastastelett]

We're all entitled to our own opinions, and with that being said, I'd recommend the Traxxas Rustler. :)

[wishmasstir]

hey is there any way to make the nitro rustler wider ... or handle in any way ... it doesn't handly anything like my rc10gt ... i just picked this thing up and all it wants to do is roll over even with soft shocks

[Quinton]

I think fastlane on ebay makes wider billet a-arms.

[NitroSS]

Well it’s my first RC video. Running a Traxxas Nitro Rustler, OFNA Picco .26 MAX, Gladiators & Losi tires. The video was shot in my front yard. I used my digital camera to take it so it has no audio & the camera was fixed upon a tripod. In this I was using my helicopter radio to try and control the truck because my left hand is in a cast & I can’t hold the pistol grip radio. Still a bit hard to drive it this way. But at least now I can somewhat control throttle & brakes by pushing on the stick. The heli radio sys uses an 8 cell 9.6v receiver battery pack witch is fairly heavy. And it’s located under the front shock tower on the truck. This helped my steering even better than the stock radio with the 4 AAA cell pack I use up front. Well it helps when the tires are not in the air anyways lol. Let me know what you think for a first time vid.

Engine in this video isn’t tuned for the best performance. I was just keeping it running rich & cool today. About 225 deg. This tuning for cool temps & less performance also helps me keep it on the ground.

Nitro Rustler - Picco .26 MAX (http://www.******.net/view_single.php?medid=58136)
If you have trouble viewing that video try this one its a .mov file
Nitro Rustler - Picco .26 MAX .mov (http://www.******.net/view_single.php?medid=58141)

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v337/Jpriami/Nitro_Rustler/Picco26MAX/vidpic.jpg

More pictures here (http://photobucket.com/albums/v337/Jpriami/Nitro_Rustler/Picco26MAX/)

[Tim'sLosi]

Sick truck...can't imagine why! Mine won't keep from flipping on it's lid with the 2.5. Good job fitting it in though.

PS You will really piss off a guy flying his $1500 copter if you are using that air freq radio for your land ride and knock him outta the sky. Be careful!

[NitroSS]

It’s all good. I drive it mainly here at home & also fly the helicopter here at home. I live out in the country it’s nice, quiet & peaceful. Unfortunately no other people to enjoy RC's with locally. I have to drive to someone's house to bash with.
And your right it does drink the fuel pretty quickly as compared to the .15 it had. But I don’t drive it but a couple of tanks then I'm done. It gets boring here by myself running around the yard or up & down the road. I have enough land I might get bored enough and try to make a track this summer for something more interesting.

[topi]

Hi, I´m from Argentina and I have a nitro rustler with the pro .15, I´ve changed the spur gear for one of 66T, with this one I would have more speed????

[Quinton]

Welcome here!!
What is the stock size spur on the ole .15 Rusty?

[topi]

It's 70T or 72T.

[Quinton]

You will notice a little difference. You would notice more if you change the CB but I think it would make your bottom end way too weak.
I would go to traxxas.com forums for more info and advice on your rusty.

[dcshoelover]

Stock spur size on a pro rusty is 72t. I know that by adding more teeth to the spur you get more speed. And by taking more teeth away on the clutch bell, you get better acceleration. But im not sure when you take away teeth from the spur gear, probly just get alittle better acceleration.

[idrinknitro52]

does anyone know if there is an engine i can drop directly in my 2.5 without any mods at all. thnx in advance

[Dane87]

does anyone know if there is an engine i can drop directly in my 2.5 without any mods at all. thnx in advance

basically your goin to want the OS .18 its what i put in mine and its going to be the closest thing to a drop-in. the only mods you have to do are a lil grinding on the motor mount, on the front side of the trans box and a new exhaust..... other than that your done.

[idrinknitro52]

thank you, very much

[dcshoelover]

if you have the 2.5 mounts, look for stuff that would drop in for the t-maxx also, since its pretty much the same setup

[thejuice87311]

does anybody know if u can put a 2 speed transmission in a rustler 2.5

[dcshoelover]

You would have to totally custom make one. No one produces them. Sorry!

[thejuice87311]

does anybody make a rear exhaust for the 2.5 version. ive seen shock towers for them but no rear exhaust

[Tim'sLosi]

Here ya go...

http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXRH10&P=7

[Tim'sLosi]

You would have to totally custom make one. No one produces them. Sorry!

Like This... http://www.ultimatetraxxas.com/onroadrider/

[thejuice87311]

how do u paste pictures onto here

[slic28]

does any one know if parts from the Nitro sport will fit the Rustler. parts like a arms, shocks, bumpers that sort of thing

[dcshoelover]

Shocks bumpers arms, those all fit. The best way to find out is look at part #s. Most parts for the stampede, rustler, and sport are the same.

[slic28]

cool thanks for the help

[cheechthechi]

I just got a nitro rustler today from a fellow coworker, its pretty messed up but I plan on refixing it. Are there any common weakspots I should lookout for?

[dcshoelover]

In my experience, caster blocks are always the first to break. I would also pick up the MIP 360 tuned pipe, or maybe another brand tuned pipe.

[cheechthechi]

Thanks.. looks like I have alot of work ahead of me..

[RCnick]

has anyone tried the traxxas resonator exhaust pipe?

[apollotrance1]

I have an older rustler with a .15 motor installed with the electric start. I would really like to upgrade the motor. What would be my options????

[dcshoelover]

The Traxxas "2.5" with the simpe conversion kit would be ur best option. Otherwise there's the megatech 16, the fantom 15, os 15's. Just make sure the crankshafts are the same style.

[bankruptj05h]

I have a nitro rustler and am planning to hop up with all graphite, picco .12 rear exhaust, and a pro ball diff. I would like to hear of other hop ups you nitro rustler owners have and setups.


my rustler is pretty stock but once i get used to it i'm going to put about 500-600 dollars in parts to race it.

[bankruptj05h]

I have a nitro rustler and am planning to hop up with all graphite, picco .12 rear exhaust, and a pro ball diff. I would like to hear of other hop ups you nitro rustler owners have and setups.


my rustler is stock but once i get used to it i'm going to put 500 to 600 dollars in performance parts

[apollotrance1]

The Traxxas "2.5" with the simpe conversion kit would be ur best option. Otherwise there's the megatech 16, the fantom 15, os 15's. Just make sure the crankshafts are the same style.
What conversion are you talking about???? Where could I buy it from? Never heard of it so dont hate on me.....

[apollotrance1]

would the OS .18 CV-R fit with no problems???? Trying to get my Rustler running again........

[riverat1540]

i have a nitro rustler with a stinger exuast and man does this thing fly. i beat the crap out of this truck a alot of stop and go jumpin mostly bashing but i keep snapping stubaxles and even 2 sets of dogbones is there anyone that knows how to bulletproof the axles maybe im just to mean to my truck but that is how i drive. trigger floored all the time but the only thing i break is axles and i also wondering what is the best cooling head for the traxxas .15

[BLAK_FOX]

i have a nitro rustler with a stinger exuast and man does this thing fly. i beat the crap out of this truck a alot of stop and go jumpin mostly bashing but i keep snapping stubaxles and even 2 sets of dogbones is there anyone that knows how to bulletproof the axles maybe im just to mean to my truck but that is how i drive. trigger floored all the time but the only thing i break is axles and i also wondering what is the best cooling head for the traxxas .15

That is caused by runing your sliper clutch too tight. You can lose it a little bit, but be careful not to loosen it too much or you will melt it. Another option is to replace the axles with MIP CVD's like I did in my rusty.

[cheechthechi]

The conversion kit he's talking about is the one to convert the older style rustler chassis into the newer style rustler one for the 2.5. I can't remember how much it was but I think it was in the 50 - 70 dollar range.

I don't see why the os cvr wouldn't fit. As long as its mountng holes are similar to the 2.5 you're good.

[riverat1540]

That is caused by runing your sliper clutch too tight. You can lose it a little bit, but be careful not to loosen it too much or you will melt it. Another option is to replace the axles with MIP CVD's like I did in my rusty.

Yea thanks for the info i should have thought of that. any one got a used set of mip cvds or know where to get them cheap. btw those rpm wide plasic bumpers are the bomb highly recommended still broke the bumper but saved my a arms definatly getting another.

Still looking for a larger cooling head and i have a spare .15 engine block. a little marred in the bottom end but will not affect performance any resonable offers or trades will be deeply considered.

[dcshoelover]

RCBoyz on ebay. You can get your conversion kit there, which isn't that expensive. And your MIP cvd's. And probly discover a whole ton of cool hop-ups and bodys and stickers. Make sure you search SIC decals from them. Definitely the coolest decals ever. Also, just do a search for t-maxx cooling heads as these are easier to find and since they are the same engine will work. Just make sure it's for the pro.15 and the newer "2.5".

[riverat1540]

anyone know the best plug to use in the nitro rustler .15?

[riverat1540]

Heres my nitro rustler

[riverat1540]

Ive got big bore aluminum shocks, aluminum hub carriers all around, aluminum bulkhead brace, hardended steel axle yokes, also have mip cvds, not installed, mip stinger 360 pipe, rpm bumper (must have), carbon fiber rear shock tower. and dirt hawg tires on rear. oh and bearings on all fours, this thing flies!

[RCnick]

hey i was wondering if anyone has a motor saver air filter in their rustler and the part # so i can get one. thanks

[riverat1540]

Here i hope this is what your looking for its from the traxxas parts book this is for the pro .15
Air Filters
4060 Air filter (complete with rubber base & foam insert) ......................................6.00
4061 Air filter (foam insert only) .................................................. ............................2.50
4062 Air filter inserts, 2-stage (3 sets) .................................................. ..............4.95
4063 Air filter inserts, 3-stage (3 sets) .................................................. ..............4.95

And these are for the 2.5

5260 Air filter housing/ foam insert/ straight base/ angled base/ cable tie
(1-each) (TRX 2.5) ..........................................12.00
5261 Air filter inserts, foam (3) (pre-oiled) (TRX 2.5) ......................................6.25
5263 Oil, air filter .................................................. .......4.99

[dcshoelover]

There's not really a motor saver specifically for the rustler. They're listed as of road .15,on road .15 and so on. Check ebay, tower hobbies, stormer hobbies, and so on.

[Rustler Guy]

The conversion kit he's talking about is the one to convert the older style rustler chassis into the newer style rustler one for the 2.5. I can't remember how much it was but I think it was in the 50 - 70 dollar range.

I don't see why the os cvr wouldn't fit. As long as its mountng holes are similar to the 2.5 you're good.

Actualy i had a .15 truck and i wanted a 2.5R, the kit is direct from traxxas at $25 plus $5 for S/H, or im sure they are on EBAY or RCBOYS.com, and if you have a .15 rustler.. i highly recomend when your engine is geting old, that you upgrade to the 2.5R or the NEW 3.3! I am going to get a 3.3 as soon as my local hobby shop has one in stock.... il let you know how it is. Also to cut down on the huge power of the 2.5R, i put a 22 tooth clutch bell on it, more top speed less low end, which is still plenty!!!! Its AMAZING!!!

[Rustler Guy]

Ya Traxxas 1 of a kind suport, u can call them from i think monday threw friday and they are so helpfull, they are nice and they don't make u sit there for awile, they r with you very fast and help you with everything.

[twism86]

Hey everyone, i just got a OS .18 CV-RX (s) today and it doesnt exactly slide right into my rusty, i have the older one that has the Pro 15. The motor mounts seem to be to small, do i just have to grind the sides down a little, im looking for help from someone whos done this. Also is i cut that plastic that goes from the tranny to the top deck will that effect anything, it seems like it will get in the way. Also, what are the right screws to mount the motor to its mounts, my trx only had 2 on it! Thanks for the help, i really could use it!
-Twism

[twism86]

Anyone, dont mean to bother but im working on it right now and it seems too be more work then expected. Ide like to know what cutting needs to be done.

[dcshoelover]

Well apart from searching this thread with the boards awesome(yeah right) search tools, you probly won't geta response for that particular engine. The best way right now is probly going to be stick 'er in there and see what's in the way and what can stay. Just get your dremel handy, and remember, you can keep taking off as little as you need, but you can't put shavings BACK! Take lots of pics too.

[twism86]

Well thats how ive been going so far, the only thing in my way is now i think is the bar from the tranny to the gas tank area.

[RCnick]

hey i was wondering if the mip cvd kit for the electric rustler will fit the nitro ruslter? please help. thanks

[nixie]

Photos of my 3.3 Rusty etc (http://forums.radiocontrolzone.com/showpost.php?p=2064869&postcount=1782)

Click above to see a previous post of mine with some pics of my 3.3 Rusty :)

[nitrorustler41]

i was bashin and i had alot of flameouts, was this the glowpug, it was pretty old?when itook the plug out ithink imight have dropped 1-2 grains of sand inthe engine i then blew a ton of compressed air in it and shot a bunch of WD-40 in and spun the ez start like 5 times will my engine be Ok? i dont want to take it apart.

[Quinton]

WELCOME and ouch!
You may want to turn the piston to BDC (bottom dead center), take out the glow plug, take off the air filter and squirt alot of nitro thru it. Then turn it upside down and see if you get anything to come out. Then just turn the flywheel by hand to see if you can "feel" anything in there and/or hopefully you won't hear anything dragging.
Sand = BAD
Dirt = can be squirted out by the above technique - usually without harm.

[nitrorustler41]

what abou the glow plug situation. I got a locking plug wire from the LHS, so i was running a cold hpi plug. like i said it was flaming out like every 1-2 minutes. when i got home i put in a new os 8, but havent got a chance to run it yet. maybe tomorrow.

[shiffs]

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~JaSoN

[bankruptj05h]

that is one sweet car jason.

[dcshoelover]

Can anyone post a pic of how they have the battery/on/off switch wire routed up to the front? I can't seem to find a safe way on my 2.5.

[shiffs]

-actually im not using one :eek:
-i just plug/unplug the rx pack before/after i run
-i figure theres less to go wrong that way.
-theres a volt meter in the venom gadge...

looking at it though, there sure arent many options...
i would probably attach it to the side of the front shock tower or in the receiver tray area.

bankruptj05h: "that is one sweet car jason."

Thanks!

good luck,
~JaSoN

[zueslilbuddy]

Just bought this on eBay what you guys think. It has front aluminum a-arms and a set of rears on the way. Also has aluminum shock mounts and i dont know what else. It should be here by friday and i'll get more pics. These are the pics from eBay. Also have a pull start and a radio on the way. :D Body looks to be close to new and looks nakid with out any stickers.

[zueslilbuddy]

Got it in the mail today while i was working.
Opend it and it looks pretty good, Engine seems tight, RPM front and rear bumpers, Dyonamite muffler,aluminum flywheel, and not really sure what else yet.

Giving it the teardown cleaning tomorrow and i'll post pics and a list of existing hop ups that are on it after the cleanup

[Tamiya84]

Nice Truck Zues Good to hear it came in the mail, im sure you wont be dissapointed with it :)

[zueslilbuddy]

Well here it is tore it down and cleaned it up. Its in great shape and loads of upgrades allready on it and more to come. It'll be all aluminum when i'm done lol.

[zueslilbuddy]

The sun was out today so i got a few better pics for you all to see.
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Hope they arnt too big :D

[zueslilbuddy]

GOT THE REAR A_ARMS ON
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More parts to come in time are as follows.
Rear bulkhead, rear a-arm mounts, front a-arm mount, Rear bearing hubs, Front c-hubs, Front uprites, and aluminum top plate are going to be the next parts to be purchased. Won't be all at once but I'll update as i go.

[dcshoelover]

If at all possible, you should turn the servo save right side up. Otherwise it's going to get wrecked from sticking that far out from the bottom of the chassis.

[zueslilbuddy]

I thought it looked like it was upside down (my first rustler) Didnt get manual with it.

[dcshoelover]

www.traxxas.com Has all the manuals for their vehicles, and exploded parts views. Def. worth checkin out.

[zueslilbuddy]

thanx i've been there before i even got this rusty but its the way it was when i got it lol. i think its too big to go the other way.

[its possible33]

thats nothin dude iv had mine for 2 months and this is wat i got on it
trx 3.3
aluminuim shock tower from power line
graphite rear shock tower
resenotor tune pipe
big bore shocks front and back/power line
power line front and rear lower arms/ power line
rear hub cariers/ power line
rear arm cariers/powerline
mip cvd
pro line hole shot rear tires
pro line gladieator in front
and the best wheels in my opinion are the dish wheels or flat pan
o ya and the 6 cell nicd batterie pack from traxxas

and thats a cost of $945.0

[its possible33]

ok if any one wants to put a trx 3.3 on there rustler this wat you need to do.
put some 30k weight diff lube in ur diff and gear box.
and get the resinator tune pipe.
and buy some mip cvds.

why you might ask? cus the half shafts are way to week and they snap with in 5 min
if you buy the mip cvds and dont put 30k weight diff lube in those will snap too.
and i dont know if the tune pipe is must but thats just what i did to car along with this list of mods
trx 3.3
aluminuim shock tower from power line or rpm i forgot
graphite rear shock tower
resenotor tune pipe
big bore shocks front and back
rpm front and rear lower arms
rpm rear hub cariers
rpm rear arm cariers
mip cvd
pro line hole shot rear tires
pro line gladieator in front
and the best wheels in my opinion are the dish wheels or flat pan
du bro body clips
du bro gas filter or what ever its called
o ya and the 6 cell nicd hump batterie pack from traxxas
o i almost fogot i mad a fiberglass dust cover that mounts on to the lower chasie
and thats a cost of $945.0

[PappaD]

I bought a Rusty for my wife and am hopping it up for her. So far,
purple aluminum front & rear shock towers and front c-hubs
rpm a-arms all around
new wheels and tires
new trx 2.5r
6v hump pack

What else do I need? She will be running (playing) on a track we are currently building that will have some nice jumps. We are new to off road and appreciate your help!
custom pink w/ silver flame body

[its possible33]

you might want to git some aluminum shocks, cus if shes jumping it the shock caps will snap if she lands flat or just right.

[PappaD]

Thanks I'll look for those ASAP!

[its possible33]

those front wheels look huge wat kind are they? o never mind i know wat kind they are and there not big it was just the picture angle

[its possible33]

not bad all it needs now are some cvds and a 3.3 and ur truck will be almost the best

[its possible33]

hey do you know what class the rustler would race in? and i have the 3.3 in it. and a ton of other mods.

[zueslilbuddy]

Just won this on ebay my next upgrade stinger 360 pipe.
Anyone know where i can get an aluminum rear shock mount to fit it?

[MUGGYKING]

i have an older nitro rustler i am rebuilding. the .15 is toasted. what do you guys recommend i replace it with, traxxas or not? i also have a muggy and revo, so id like the rustler to be a solid runner for fun/girlfriend etc.
thanks

[dcshoelover]

Well the traxxas 2.5 is a good replacement. You could use the engine replacement plan, and would have to get the 2.5 upgrade kit. But it would be worth it. Otherwise I believe there are a few O.S.'s that will work.

[ripatune]

Is the rusty a decent truck for someone thats new to nitro, I'm not looking to race, just to bash with my buddies. I'm ready to make an investment but I dont wanna go the wrong way, also looking at an associated rc10gt. Any pros and cons that can help me decide is appreciated..

[dcshoelover]

The rusty will be best for beginning bashing. The associated is a racer which you will find breaking alot. The rustler is an awesome truck, and if you did decide later on, you could race with it.

[zueslilbuddy]

Got my stinger pipe on.
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Hated taking off my aluminum rear shock mount.
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Ok thats all till the next upgrade.

[leadfoot113]

help no breaks!!!!!! I need some help my nitro rustler now has 2.8 talon tires.than I put one chamber pipe and two stage air filter now it huals the mail put I can't seem to be able too stop can someone please help me stop this thing. and yes I have tried to run out of gas but I can't run that fast to catch it : I am kind of new at this ?confused:

[zueslilbuddy]

You'll propably need to adjust your brakes....
Any hooo just replaced fuel lines
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[Tamiya84]

Looks Super Good Zues im glad you've crossed to the traxxas side haha

[zueslilbuddy]

I like it and aluminum upgrades are cheap too :D
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[dcshoelover]

Leadfoot: What do you mean you can't stop it? Like there's no brakes? Or you have no radio control? If you have no braking power, you need to grab an allen key, and adjust the little brake stopper farther onto the rod. To test it, squeeze the brake trigger on the radio and try pushing your rustler with your hand. The tires should lock up. Please let us knw more about it.

[leadfoot113]

hey dcshoelover I found the problem it was oil on the disc my son shot some oil on it by mistake but thank all

[dcshoelover]

Great to know! Good time to re-work the brakes and clean 'em up I suppose.

[leadfoot113]

ya I am planning to go a head and buy a carbon fiber disc for it dcshoelover have you ever ran with one of those I wonder how they work?

[psiturbo]

ZuesLIL Thanks for the cool photos. I like that stinger pipe, How much you paid for it?

What engine you got in your truck?

Does your camera have close up settings?

[dcshoelover]

I've never used 'em. Im sure others have tho.

[zueslilbuddy]

ZuesLIL Thanks for the cool photos. I like that stinger pipe, How much you paid for it?

What engine you got in your truck?

Does your camera have close up settings?

NP love taking and posting pics of it.
Stinger was a $15.00 win on ebay.
Its just the .15 with new p/s and bearings (tight and quick)
close up well yes what you want to see lol (truck only pervs lol)
Heres a few pics of the stickers i got (for the body i hate)Too bad to waste these vintage stickers on this body.
http://i92.photobucket.com/albums/l38/zues_lil_buddy/IMG_0542.jpg
http://i92.photobucket.com/albums/l38/zues_lil_buddy/IMG_0539.jpg
http://i92.photobucket.com/albums/l38/zues_lil_buddy/IMG_0550.jpg
http://i92.photobucket.com/albums/l38/zues_lil_buddy/IMG_0552.jpg
http://i92.photobucket.com/albums/l38/zues_lil_buddy/IMG_0545.jpg

[leadfoot113]

hey zues were did you get the aluminum upgrades

[leadfoot113]

hey zues how did you post your pic I am new with this here froum I would like to post some pic of my nitro

[zueslilbuddy]

http://www.neweramodels.com/prod22.htm (aluminum)

Pics i use photo bucket just copy and paste.

[leadfoot113]

zues did you order your aluminum upgrade on line

[leadfoot113]

zues I found the web page that you sent thanks

[zueslilbuddy]

No problem I help when i can. That sight is pretty reasonable i thought for aluminum upgrades.

[leadfoot113]

Here are some of my nitro burner i need more practice on taking pic's

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[dcshoelover]

Click the image insert box, and just insert the tag that starts with http.

[leadfoot113]

ya my daughter taught this old man on how to do that . I can fix and hop-up nitro trucks but when it comes to posting pic's I get lost all I have to do now is figureout how to make the picture smaller so I can post pictures of my truck

[zueslilbuddy]

Well finished putting the stickers to it and a NEW SET OF TIRES.
http://i92.photobucket.com/albums/l38/zues_lil_buddy/IMG_0568.jpg
http://i92.photobucket.com/albums/l38/zues_lil_buddy/IMG_0566.jpg
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http://i92.photobucket.com/albums/l38/zues_lil_buddy/IMG_0571.jpg
And i waited as long as i could (for someone to notice) before putting the fuel tank in frontwards.
http://i92.photobucket.com/albums/l38/zues_lil_buddy/IMG_0581.jpg

[leadfoot113]

hey zues what do you use to hold your body pins the one on your truck :confused:

[zueslilbuddy]

Was made just for that purpose i think was hpi cant remember.

[leadfoot113]

I just got to get one so if you happen to see it again please post it thanks

[zueslilbuddy]

Ok took me about an hour to find but here it is in tower hobbies.
http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXFRG0&P=M

[leadfoot113]

hey zues you rock I just went out and bought them and a few other things I don't know were you all live but there going tobe rc expo at pomona at the end of March I plan on going to

[zueslilbuddy]

I live in Maine and there is never any R/C expo's or cool stuff like that. Just over priced hobby shops. lol
:D

[psiturbo]

Where did he get that rear exhaust stinger pipe?

I have several 1/10 tuned pipes, but I dont have any rear exhaust couplers. All are for side mounting the tuned pipe. I have looked and looked and cant get to find those looping 360 exhausts...

>>>Any help??!<<<

[zueslilbuddy]

Its made by MIP but i looked for a few hours and cant seem to find a dealer.
Its part #3022 for the rustler. I got mine from ebay.

[dcshoelover]

Depends on which motor ya got. The "2.5" or the original pro .15. Towerhobbies and ebay for the pro .15. And I'm not sure whether MIP made an updated stinger for the "2.5".

[psiturbo]

I have 2 different ones. I have the low budget Traxxas .15 which is my bashing engine and a Picco .15 RC Speed that screams like a Tasmanian.

when I look it up on TowerHobbies, What name do I use for search?!?

Thanks in advance dcshoelover

Belay my last, I should have read all the postings after mine instead of the last one. :roll2:

[zueslilbuddy]

Depends on which motor ya got. The "2.5" or the original pro .15. Towerhobbies and ebay for the pro .15. And I'm not sure whether MIP made an updated stinger for the "2.5".

Well if tower has them I too would like to know what they are listed as. I looked at all MIP products tower offers and the 360 stinger wasnt listed.

[leadfoot113]

hey have any one of you guys played with your spur gear or put on a different slipper clutch???????????

[dcshoelover]

Well it appears that the MIP stinger pipe's have fallen off the face of the earth. I can't imagine that nobody anywhere has any left. I would directly contact MIP. Or you can buy the same style pipe made by Traxxas here... http://cgi.ebay.com/Traxxas-4082-360-degree-tuned-exhaust-Vintage-MIP_W0QQitemZ290088383838QQihZ019QQcategoryZ1200QQ ssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

Maybe when Traxxas updated to the 2.5 MIP never saw a big enough market for it. But they made the side style pipe for the 2.5 maxx. If I find anything else I'll post it.

[leadfoot113]

hey you all nee to check out www.integy.com they have all diffrent types of pipe I use the low to mid range because of the tire size I still had to change my bell gear and spur gear you might want to check out OFNA racing they have a lot of different pipes to put keep in mind do you want it for top end or low-mid range hey you can get me at leadfoot113@msn.com

[leadfoot113]

hey I think I did it here they are they might be to far away but I will get better at this

[dcshoelover]

Another one for whoever's looking... http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&ih=007&sspagename=STRK%3AMEWA%3AIT&viewitem=&item=170086408029&rd=1&rd=1

[zueslilbuddy]

Nice truck leadfoot.
I see a RPM front bumper there and I see you got your pin holders
a 2.5:wow:
Are those jato rims and tires ya got going on there?
:D
I got my Temp Guage finally installed.
http://i92.photobucket.com/albums/l38/zues_lil_buddy/IMG_0022.jpg
and a few other pics i took
http://i92.photobucket.com/albums/l38/zues_lil_buddy/IMG_0040.jpg
http://i92.photobucket.com/albums/l38/zues_lil_buddy/IMG_0053.jpg

http://i92.photobucket.com/albums/l38/zues_lil_buddy/IMG_0054.jpg
http://i92.photobucket.com/albums/l38/zues_lil_buddy/IMG_0052.jpg

[leadfoot113]

ya they are put I use the ca glue and bI keep blowingb the tires off the rims so I am looking into bead lock rims

[leadfoot113]

hey zues is that the best place for that temp gun ? it looks way too cold to drive your truck ? is there a indoor race track.

[zueslilbuddy]

It was the best place i could think of to mount the temp guage.
It is too cold I have only run it 2 times this winter and not buying any more fuel untill this spring whan i can hit the dirt.
There are no indoor tracks around here.(man I wish)
I'm mainly a basher but may need to go the the track to show those guys in Greene Maine at the Claybowl race track how to drive this summer. lol

[leadfoot113]

ya that not cool to have no indoor tracks. put like you I am a basher too but I live in the high desert. about 5 miles from EL Mirage dry lake so there is unlimted places too drive my truck alot of time I just drive it in my back yard or when we go out to the desert races

[leadfoot113]

hey zues was your temp gauge hard to wire I think I will get one I hope it will be easier too tune my 2.5

[zueslilbuddy]

Easy easy easy, just loop wire around lower part of the head. $19.00 on tower hobbies.

[leadfoot113]

hey zues do you tune from it or do you still use the old ear method

[psiturbo]

The temp Gauge is to mark a reference point. Atmospheric temperatures, type of fuel,glow plug, how close is the fuel line from the head and exhaust, terrain, body ventilation and gearing will affect the needle settings. I use the temp gauge at the beginning just to keep an eye on 200 to 400 F range.

If you are a basher that is most of your run on the throttle then try to keep on opening the High needle as much as you can until the engine starts to choke or drags on the powerband. Me, if it is dragging I will go a few extra passes at WOT to see if it clears and temps go a little higher. Depending on the engine, it may flood or not at idle.

At the present time I have a Nitro Star T-15 that is champ at idle no matter how open I go on the top end. In the contrary, the Traxxas Pro .15 will choke on the low end unless it is very hot for the first few seconds. Once I end running for the day I will close the High Needle about 3/4 to 1 full turn for the next time when the engine is cold. So far it works for me this way. You are right, try to keep an ear on the sound of the engine; stay away from the dreadful erratic idling, the high pitch tone after a long pass at WOT.

This is all my personal opinion and so far it works for me. Number one priority is hearing the engine, second priority is the temperature and always try to see the stream of smoke. I have had terrible days with the Ofna Force .25 and .26, those days are gone.

Note: when installing the MIP temp gauge (stay away from Venom, batteries dont last long) try to position the cable probe (noticeable by an extra layer of heat shrink tubing) 180 degrees or farthest away from the exhaust manifold.

[leadfoot113]

ya I plan on using the temp gauge as guide to help me on the temp because out here in the dersert it will get out and this is just a nother tool I can use .with that big air filter some time it is hard too tune I am looking for a smaller filter ? I don't like the traxxas stock one too hard to get off and clead that is why I went too a 2 stage filter but the body blockes 3/4 of the filter so back to the books I have to find little smaller one any help would be nice

[leadfoot113]

ok here is what I have done about my air filter I stayed with the two stage filter and cut slots in the body to lit more air in ! so far it seems to be working fine and it dosn't look to bad either

[leadfoot113]

hey zues you were right on the temp gauge I was looking at your truk again and notice what holds your reciever down what is your secret

[zueslilbuddy]

two sided sticky tape and super glue lmao

[zueslilbuddy]

Well I ended up putting on my EZ-Starter.
I know i said I like pull start better but gonna give the old ez-start a second chance.
http://i92.photobucket.com/albums/l38/zues_lil_buddy/IMG_0062.jpg
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http://i92.photobucket.com/albums/l38/zues_lil_buddy/IMG_0065.jpg
My Girlfriend finished another puzzle too. lol
http://i92.photobucket.com/albums/l38/zues_lil_buddy/IMG_0061.jpg
http://i92.photobucket.com/albums/l38/zues_lil_buddy/IMG_0068.jpg
http://i92.photobucket.com/albums/l38/zues_lil_buddy/IMG_0069.jpg

[leadfoot113]

hey zues watch out on your onboard temp gauge. I put mine in the same spot as yours and it was only one day old and it kept giving me false readings at one point it read 303 deg !!!!!!!!!!!! I was checking it by my hand held one .big big differents

[leadfoot113]

hey by the way I love my EZ-start I plan on buying a 2.5r motor and using it on it

[zueslilbuddy]

what did the hand held read. I'm betting it was higher since the reading would be at the glow plug its self.

[leadfoot113]

wrong it was 178 deg like I said it my be just one bad one I don't know just beware I know that my hand held is accurate I use it at the drags hey lit me know if your is right

[zueslilbuddy]

Well got my aluminum rear shocks finally.
Rebuilt and installed.
http://i92.photobucket.com/albums/l38/zues_lil_buddy/IMG_0090.jpg
http://i92.photobucket.com/albums/l38/zues_lil_buddy/IMG_0091.jpg
Oh ya and some pede tires. I'm adicted to chevron tread, they just seem to be good all around tires.
http://i92.photobucket.com/albums/l38/zues_lil_buddy/IMG_0077.jpg
http://i92.photobucket.com/albums/l38/zues_lil_buddy/IMG_0092.jpg
http://i92.photobucket.com/albums/l38/zues_lil_buddy/IMG_0083.jpg
Well this weeks upgrading done.
Got T-maxx roller so probably be putting more towards it than the rusty.
Might be a while before my next update on the rusty, other than pics when i finally get it dirty :D

[robuga]

Zueslilbuddy where did you get those front rear shocks @ ?I have been looking for some shocks like that myself and can't find none?

[leadfoot113]

hey zues your tires look great. you just won't guess what I just bought a 1/5 gas powered firehammer mt truck

[zueslilbuddy]

The front shocks are RC10t shocks (old school). The rears are tnx threaded body aluminum still need to remove the anodization from the fronts the gold dont cut it for me.


Firehammer lucky dog enjoy that.

[leadfoot113]

ya Isure will but I will still drive my nitro and stay in touch hey I heard that if you cut the very corner edge of your tire they will help it turn .I think that I read it rcaction under pit tip check it out

[zueslilbuddy]

Okayyyy?????????????????

[zueslilbuddy]

This rusty of mine is for sale.
Better deal if you read it here.
$225.00 shipped.
Broke the end of the crank off today so it needs a $17.59 crank and 2 servos.
hate to do it but moving on to a T-MAXX widemaxx
http://i92.photobucket.com/albums/l38/zues_lil_buddy/IMG_0105.jpg
http://i92.photobucket.com/albums/l38/zues_lil_buddy/IMG_0107.jpg
Its almost mint

[leadfoot113]

nice truck

[juntom10]

2007 NEW NITRO RUSTLER looks really cool..

www.traxxas.com

[leadfoot113]

ya I love the new look and plan to buy one

[rustlerracer88]

If anyone finds out the answer to that question please post it because i just put a trx 3.3 engine in my rustler and i dont know exactly how fast it is.

[pullerfastbreak]

does anyone know what other truck bodies will fit a .15 rustler without modification preferably i would like a f250

[nitrorustler41]

check out pro line. they have nice truck bodies. anything will fit, it just might not look right. i am looking into a 1/8th scale body, because to me, it looks more realistic. i like the realistic look. look into towerhobbies for size specs.

[bg138287]

is it worth it to put the 3.3 in my rusty or should i just get a jato? haha i'm probably asking the wrong people this... i've had my rustler pretty much since the 2.5 came out and i'm not ready to give it up! so 3.3 rustler or jato?

[nitrorustler41]

well, i know that a properly set up rustler 3.3 will give a jato 3.3 a run for its money.....

get a 24/66 clutchbell, and spur, and you have a 60+ top end, and lots of wheelies

[chadori rc'er]

Quick question guys, will the electric rustler/ stampede suspension arms fit the nitro rustler? as i am getting an old Nitro Sport and i know the arms from the nitro Rustler fit the sport but i can get electric rustler arms so i wanna know if they will fit my Nitro sport. So in short will the electric rustler suspension ams fit the nitro sport? or even the Nitro rustler.

Cheers

[nitrorustler41]

sorry, but i dont think they are the same. different c-hubs, and knuckles and stuff i think.

[nitrorustler41]

btw, what do you think i could get for my truck if iwas to sell it?

it is a 2.5 rustler with about 2 gallons in it. FLM shock towers, FLM bulkheads, FLM skid plate. hardened steel output yokes, hardened steel stub axles, 2 sets of wheels and tires 3 different clutchbells, dual chamber pipe, motorsaver airfilter, TRX powerchargeing system, custom pianted top deck, RPM a-arms, Pro-ball diff, big bore shocks, locking glow plug lead, new custom body, and thats all i can think of right now.

It would be sold with all the accessories. I have alot of money into everything. i kept all my riciepts. how much would you guys offer me?

I am just curious.

[nitrorustler41]

I jst added a aluminum top plate, c-hubs, knuckles, and rear carriers, along with 2 sets of u joint retainers for the axles.

http://i188.photobucket.com/albums/z57/nitrorustler41/IMG_2855.jpg

http://i188.photobucket.com/albums/z57/nitrorustler41/IMG_2858.jpg

http://i188.photobucket.com/albums/z57/nitrorustler41/IMG_2856.jpg

[GT Freak]

nice job. i just got a gen 1 n-sport. no forum for it on here :( came with:
RPM wheels
stinger exhaust
junk body
dirt hawg rear tires!
anyone care if i put up a pics of it and the mods i did to it?

[youngdre999]

im new at this but i have the rustler and i put the 3.3 in it what upgrades do u think i need to put on it to deal with that engine?

[nsanevw]

I bought a nitro Rustler a few years back and started tinkering with it, next thing i know it has aluminum arms and a knuckles, and a OS.18tm. I think it's alittle much for it, fun anyhow