I have a Traxxas nitro slash, it’s completely stock, and I haven’t needed to do any upgrades. It’s amazing as it is. It took me a few month to figure out hot to tune it, but once I figured it out it was super easy, and super fun to drive!
Love the vids kevin, ran nitro for years, switched in 2009 to electro, biggest tip for nitro: grab a torch and heat the cilinderhead for 10sec, then wait 1min and it will start first pull.. cilinder and piston are conical, they dont have pistonrings, preheating wil make the perfect gap between piston and cilinder.
When you said something about the rear axels in the mad force it brought the good/semi bad memories of driving my old kysho dst and crashing it and alwaya loosing or breaking the front axles man i love that car but unfortumatly parts for it are really hard to come by nowadays
I love Nitro I just want to see you enjoy it and not end up hating it again! Once you actually learn it all it’s extremely simple and all nitros will be the same to you! It will be like electric is now for you!!! Super simple! One day it will just click with carb tuning a light bulb will go off and you will really enjoy it!!! It takes research, respect, and practice like everything else!! I love that you’re coming back to it please keep it that way an learn how to make it easier on yourself so I can watch your badass videos!!! Thanks!!!! 🙏🏻
Pro tip, back the turbo or glow plug out half or full turn, apply igniter pull till it either runs or almost runs. Re tighten by hand with igniter then finish with tool. After this compression will be much kinder on starting and starting parts 👍
haven't ran nitro since 2005, will never go back. I had a Duratrax Raze 1/8 Scale NITRO Buggy, Hpi firestorm, Team associated Rc10gt and a Nitro Warhead EVO Monster Truck 27. Brushless came out and the nitro got sold, converted the firestorm to brushless though.
As a rule of thumb, if it ain't smoking it's too lean n that high needle needs to b opened up a bit. When you give it throttle and it does that choking/bogging thing like it did at 11:19 and at 12:09 it means that low speed needle needs to be backed out a bit, but only tune the low speed needle once the high speed needle has been set n has a nice trail of smoke, without that smoke you will just fry the engine
“It was probably my fault…” YES, I’m going to take that as a disclaimer for every video and get it out the way because you are darn entertaining to watch.
I bought a traxxas tmaxx 1.5 off of eBay, got it to run after finding out how to tune the engine, I don’t know what I prefer, electric rc cars are a lot easier to maintain and use, nitros can be a bit of a hassle but are more fun, gotta love the smell of nitro fuel and the noise.
7:20 did you get that used off ebay like 5 years ago? I think that's my old baby. definetely had a very similar vent holes design and the pullstart cutout.
Stemps radio for the 1:16th scale nitro stadium truck seems like it's on it's way out, it should not do that if he turns the radio around or shake it lightly that's for sure... Also should be a way so you can set the direction the servo is supposed too pull on the failsafe i believe. otherwise he might be able too just turn the servo around in the car & reverse the channel on the radio then the fail safe should pull the brake instead.
Hey kev, them engines can be a nightmare, bit half tank lean issue that plagued the savage, not as bad though. Worth noting that the needle you expect to be the LSN is in fact a mid speed needle. The lsn is actually on the side the servo attaches too.
i got hay hyper mt nitro too. if you let it idle too long the the carb gets loaded up and it stalls if you try and yeet it like at 12:45 . Gotta ease into it till it clears out, then you can beast it.
i adore my T-Maxx 3.3! it has the original Blue Cap Powerstrokes with the Bypass shocks and they have been abused for a good 15 years and still strong as ever! hoping i can get too this meet you are planning!
Been bashing with electric for about 4 years. Got my first budget nitro 4 months ago. Done my home work and have had so much fun with it Maybe when I’m ready for another NT this could be the next or maybe a nice kyosho rtr
So you really gotta know what you are doing when you get into these seems like. Side note: My Dad used to race dual engine go-karts in the 70s at Riverside and Ontario raceways and they had big stainless side tanks and ran Nitro, 145 mph, loved the smell. I was just a little guy, 5 yrs. old? Anyway, ☮️ 😆 Thx for sharing Kev! Enjoy!
Pinch test will really help you dial in the low speed needle! Remember must be warm, it’s best to have a temp gun, and the engine should die within 2-3 seconds of pinching the fuel line.
Yeah your low speed was pig rich. I have mine tuned to where it’s a light smoke at idle if that and steady smoke at WOT. The little sh-18 in my volcano will do wheelies. I also mess with small gas stuff all the time so tuning is a bit easier.
HS 3.5 out from closed LS 2.5 out from closed, worth a try dude.. tell stemp to leave the glow ignitor on for a few seconds after start as the nitro will just cool the plug to fast and cause it to stall, you want thay plug to warm up nice, thats why they cut out at first when you apply throttle, Im probably telling you how to suck eggs lol..
Kev, the hobao is still running too rich, adjusting HSN will increase acceleration and top speed, but you may need to adjust gear shift point in the gear box Stempy, on the jackhammer, your idle speed is too high, and your LSN needs adjusting,8th of a turn one way or the other, the current bad setting on your LSN could be the reason you have to have it idle so high
I’ll help ya tune it , let me know the next time your down that retail park and I’ll bring the LST2 down. Considering buying a Arrma Infraction when they’re released.
Hobao sounded bad at idle richen ur lsn. On the other hand very nice car I have the hyper ss cage nitro and it's been amazing since I got it, no issues out of the box, easy to strip down and wrench on, easy to start and tune and it runs like a champ, mine came with savox servos out of the box. Hobao nitros are great I love them, best out there for a beginner car I reckon👍🏻
This should help you. Fully tighten the fuel needle. After that try 2 and half turns to open position and if its not running as good keep opening until its at flash. Never mess with the low speed and idle.
I miss my old nitro RC Kyosho PureTen GP Corvette Stingray so much... But after seeing your videos, I´m considering to buy a new nitro RC car again. What´s the cheapest/reliable model ready-to-run that you can recommend to me, please? Cheers from Brazil!
I also started w nitros, now I mostly fly flow rc planes. I like nitro on airplanes cause its easy, a prop and thats it. On rc nitro cars, got the clutchbell, drivetraim, it gets complicated quick.
I've recently bought a hpi rs4 super nitro rolling chassis off eBay, I've bought a few bits for it so far but not 100% clued up on nitro rc's, hopefully I'll learn abit from your video's 👍🏻
All of those issues are EXACTLY why I left nitro. I went back once with the awesome Thunder Tiger S59 Sledgehammer, but within 2 weeks, I missed brushless and sold it
Hey Kevin I'm trying to preserve my grave digger body for bashing what do yo recommend to protect the outside stickers to keep it looking it's best thanks for being awesome and yes I've smashed the bell
YOU ROCK KEV, YOU’RE A BADASS!!! I Love me some Nitro!!! I can’t wait to see the other Nitro vehicles and all the boats plus other stuff you purchased!!! I’m here until the end!!! No matter what Kev makes videos about I will stay watching!!! I wish I could beat up and really push/test my RC’a to the limit like he does!!! I just can’t afford to be that crazy with my toys!!! I really enjoy watching him break stuff though!!! 😂 🏎 💨 ⛽️🧨 🛠 🧰 🏎 💨
At the track right now, my bud is still trying to start his rc, and this is my 17 turn. I'll be on my second battery by the time he turns on an tunes his rc for this cold morning. Lol
I'm no pro but I don't think that's how you break in a nitro engine. I love watching your vids dude. One thank then more power... floor it!! You guys had me Rollin on the floor
Ayy!!! Nice to see you back into nitro, Kev! If u like this one, can u try the Traxxas Revo 3.3? It's a really good basher, its suspension is super absorbant and it has a really good racing pedigree!
@kevin When your pal pulled out the mini nitro car at 7:30 where can I find parts for the electric version? I blew the rear differential in mine but can't locate parts.
Great vid. I'm toying with the idea of getting into RC and can't decide nitro or battery. Also want to build from scratch so I can learn about RC. New sub ;)
I've found the TSM on Traxxas nitros to be a pain. My brother has the T-Maxx 2.5 and I've got the Revo 3.3 and we both had nothing but problems with the TSM. Not sure if it's just the vibrations from the engine or the heat that is the culprit but I purchased a Spektrum radio and receiver that I'm going to try in it. I've had the Spektrum for about 5 months now and have been busy with my other RCs and my new boat to install it. I have read reviews that Futaba is better but I like the feel of the Spektrum.
Same problem I have with my nitro, traxxas 4tec, bought it like almost 20 years ago. Has a pro .15 engine. It goes 50 mph max, but it's not shifting. What I notice is that it does go the top speed but it starts out kinda slow, like if it is stuck in 2nd gear. Been messing around with it but still no luck. Will keep trying.
This truck is the best. I have one too. Best 1/8 nitro mt by far. Way better and more durable than the savage and very easy to work on. Btw your low end needle are very very lean. Please richen it.
Yes nitros can be a pain but once tuned and you know what you are doing it's the best. Cant beat the noise or smell of NITRO.
Except the noise and smell of a 2 stroke, like Kev's Baja.
exept the smell and sound of a 2 stroke 125cc go kart
Joels RC's can’t beat the smell of a yz450f
@@ceofirstclass3050 if its a 2stroke then it smells practicaly the same
Joels RC's 450f is a 4 smoker
I have a Traxxas nitro slash, it’s completely stock, and I haven’t needed to do any upgrades. It’s amazing as it is. It took me a few month to figure out hot to tune it, but once I figured it out it was super easy, and super fun to drive!
I will never be able to afford one of these rc cars but watching you explore it make me feel like I own one. Cheers mate
Yes you will mate
No doubt you will be able to afford one, save a hundred out of each check and youll afford one in the matter of a few weeks
Not with that attitude you won’t, it’s not inconceivable that you could change your life and be able to buy toys - be more positive and focused
I’m with Stemp!!! He always has a nitro!!! Good Man keep Nitro Alive!!!
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Kev: (Fideling around with the truck)
The Bodyshell: *Y E E E T!*
is it just me that sees people saying yeet
lol
Yeah he
Why don't you try and make a homemade rc car build off with stevin and pat it would be nice for the Channel
Funds limited to very little as well. Someone has an advantage
They have! They built a bunch of RC cars from LEGO models and a bunch of stuff like that. Check out his older videos
@@davidtruelove5022 i was talking about from popicle sticksand shit
Love the vids kevin, ran nitro for years, switched in 2009 to electro, biggest tip for nitro: grab a torch and heat the cilinderhead for 10sec, then wait 1min and it will start first pull.. cilinder and piston are conical, they dont have pistonrings, preheating wil make the perfect gap between piston and cilinder.
Its cylinder by the way
I got some team associated rc cars from my dad. love your vids
I got some team associated cars as well. They are quite good 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
@@everythingjacksrc7201 I'm shredding around with the rally
That is cool 😎
I have one also but I need help with fixing it. It’s my first actual rc.
@@6666Gman what parts
Yes yes yes love seeing brand new nitro on the show
Looks awesome...the springs look really strange, huge coil spacing!
The whole start procedure completely reminded me instantly why i sold all my nitro crap.
fun when they work, crap when they dont!
I converted my old tmaxx to electric
Never should have sold it
Hvacguru Arizona that’s why I buy Traxxas people may not like ez start but there the best I never have problems starting my jato.
When you said something about the rear axels in the mad force it brought the good/semi bad memories of driving my old kysho dst and crashing it and alwaya loosing or breaking the front axles man i love that car but unfortumatly parts for it are really hard to come by nowadays
It's a beautiful truck, the design obviously reminds me of the legendary HPI Savage series which is probably my all time favourite.
My brother has the same truck but brushless,want to get some silcone plugs to lock the rear end for him,ready for some wheelies...
It reminds me of the Tamiya Terra crusher
Nitro trucks are dinosaurs, and I just purchased one! Love that sound, smell, and finicky nature of these beasts!
The look of this car is Really a look of the savage just the gearbox way of the engine is mounted
My advice: be very cautious about any RTR (ready to run) as it also stands for "ready to repair"
Thanks Kevin for getting into some Nitro’s I can’t wait for more ! I hope they make a comeback!!
I love Nitro I just want to see you enjoy it and not end up hating it again! Once you actually learn it all it’s extremely simple and all nitros will be the same to you! It will be like electric is now for you!!! Super simple! One day it will just click with carb tuning a light bulb will go off and you will really enjoy it!!! It takes research, respect, and practice like everything else!! I love that you’re coming back to it please keep it that way an learn how to make it easier on yourself so I can watch your badass videos!!! Thanks!!!! 🙏🏻
Nitros great, just takes a little time to learn the setting of carbs, a little patients and time definitely helps
Pro tip, back the turbo or glow plug out half or full turn, apply igniter pull till it either runs or almost runs. Re tighten by hand with igniter then finish with tool. After this compression will be much kinder on starting and starting parts 👍
haven't ran nitro since 2005, will never go back. I had a Duratrax Raze 1/8 Scale NITRO Buggy, Hpi firestorm, Team associated Rc10gt and a Nitro Warhead EVO Monster Truck 27. Brushless came out and the nitro got sold, converted the firestorm to brushless though.
Pull it till it start remind me the old day. Pain and sour finger at the end of the day.
As a rule of thumb, if it ain't smoking it's too lean n that high needle needs to b opened up a bit. When you give it throttle and it does that choking/bogging thing like it did at 11:19 and at 12:09 it means that low speed needle needs to be backed out a bit, but only tune the low speed needle once the high speed needle has been set n has a nice trail of smoke, without that smoke you will just fry the engine
“It was probably my fault…” YES, I’m going to take that as a disclaimer for every video and get it out the way because you are darn entertaining to watch.
I bought a traxxas tmaxx 1.5 off of eBay, got it to run after finding out how to tune the engine, I don’t know what I prefer, electric rc cars are a lot easier to maintain and use, nitros can be a bit of a hassle but are more fun, gotta love the smell of nitro fuel and the noise.
Kev ! I am from Germany. Glad to see u back in Nitro :D
I suggest you do a dirt cheap banggood brushless review
Kinda built like the savage with the twin plates. Pain in the arse to work on it would imagine.
ill let you know!
My GOD turn the low speed screw out to the left at least a 1/4 turn!!!
Low speed wasn't what he touched it was idle screw
Is that why the car kept during off idle? I got an hpi savage that does that when cold
Yup, you can hear it running lean at idle and during part throttle. If idle is out of control, try richening the low speed needle.
I'm keep my T-Maxx thank you!😍
still got a 3.3 Tmaxx, had it for a decade, kev said they dont go backwards, tmaxx can :D
i bought mine 6 years ago and it's still working
7:20 did you get that used off ebay like 5 years ago? I think that's my old baby. definetely had a very similar vent holes design and the pullstart cutout.
Stemps radio for the 1:16th scale nitro stadium truck seems like it's on it's way out, it should not do that if he turns the radio around or shake it lightly that's for sure...
Also should be a way so you can set the direction the servo is supposed too pull on the failsafe i believe.
otherwise he might be able too just turn the servo around in the car & reverse the channel on the radio then the fail safe should pull the brake instead.
Hey kev, them engines can be a nightmare, bit half tank lean issue that plagued the savage, not as bad though. Worth noting that the needle you expect to be the LSN is in fact a mid speed needle. The lsn is actually on the side the servo attaches too.
i got hay hyper mt nitro too. if you let it idle too long the the carb gets loaded up and it stalls if you try and yeet it like at 12:45 . Gotta ease into it till it clears out, then you can beast it.
it's whatever makes you smile ... that's the right rc for you!
yes! All of them if i had my way lol
@@KevinTalbotTV lol me too :)
Big, Crazy, Fast = AWESOME Kevin Talbot content!
i adore my T-Maxx 3.3!
it has the original Blue Cap Powerstrokes with the Bypass shocks and they have been abused for a good 15 years and still strong as ever!
hoping i can get too this meet you are planning!
the runaway rc car from stenf looks like the WLtoys a979b
This men it's giant
Kev: Get's a Cool RC.
Also Kev: We got a new Lypo if that's how you spell it XD
Love my Nitro and Gas vehicles. Yes they can be a pain in the ass. But there is something about the sound and smell from the exhaust.
Keep up the nitro content lovin it man! Braappp on!
I'm glad ur doing a review!! Been wondering about this thing cant wait to watch and see!!
Nice to see some nitros!
Been bashing with electric for about 4 years. Got my first budget nitro 4 months ago. Done my home work and have had so much fun with it Maybe when I’m ready for another NT this could be the next or maybe a nice kyosho rtr
So you really gotta know what you are doing when you get into these seems like. Side note: My Dad used to race dual engine go-karts in the 70s at Riverside and Ontario raceways and they had big stainless side tanks and ran Nitro, 145 mph, loved the smell. I was just a little guy, 5 yrs. old? Anyway, ☮️ 😆 Thx for sharing Kev! Enjoy!
Pinch test will really help you dial in the low speed needle! Remember must be warm, it’s best to have a temp gun, and the engine should die within 2-3 seconds of pinching the fuel line.
I have a few hobao vehicles. None of the nitros. Glad you made this so I can see one in action
Make nitro great again 👍🏻
fgbaja29cc nitro has never been great
dean marshall batteries are for girls vib----r
Yeah your low speed was pig rich. I have mine tuned to where it’s a light smoke at idle if that and steady smoke at WOT. The little sh-18 in my volcano will do wheelies. I also mess with small gas stuff all the time so tuning is a bit easier.
Cool video kev it's cool to see you guys out having a good time with some nitros
HS 3.5 out from closed LS 2.5 out from closed, worth a try dude.. tell stemp to leave the glow ignitor on for a few seconds after start as the nitro will just cool the plug to fast and cause it to stall, you want thay plug to warm up nice, thats why they cut out at first when you apply throttle, Im probably telling you how to suck eggs lol..
Dang kev. You have some balls for touching that spider.
Ayyyyy he’s back with the nitros
Kev, the hobao is still running too rich, adjusting HSN will increase acceleration and top speed, but you may need to adjust gear shift point in the gear box
Stempy, on the jackhammer, your idle speed is too high, and your LSN needs adjusting,8th of a turn one way or the other, the current bad setting on your LSN could be the reason you have to have it idle so high
I’ll help ya tune it , let me know the next time your down that retail park and I’ll bring the LST2 down.
Considering buying a Arrma Infraction when they’re released.
Hobao sounded bad at idle richen ur lsn. On the other hand very nice car I have the hyper ss cage nitro and it's been amazing since I got it, no issues out of the box, easy to strip down and wrench on, easy to start and tune and it runs like a champ, mine came with savox servos out of the box. Hobao nitros are great I love them, best out there for a beginner car I reckon👍🏻
This should help you. Fully tighten the fuel needle.
After that try 2 and half turns to open position and if its not running as good keep opening until its at flash. Never mess with the low speed and idle.
I miss my old nitro RC Kyosho PureTen GP Corvette Stingray so much...
But after seeing your videos, I´m considering to buy a new nitro RC car again.
What´s the cheapest/reliable model ready-to-run that you can recommend to me, please?
Cheers from Brazil!
I also started w nitros, now I mostly fly flow rc planes. I like nitro on airplanes cause its easy, a prop and thats it. On rc nitro cars, got the clutchbell, drivetraim, it gets complicated quick.
Great 👍🏻 video kev I was waiting for a run away but you did not have one lol 😂 hahah.
You need 1 tune to start n warm it up then the racing tune... Nice work buddy!
Nitro FTW....👍
I've recently bought a hpi rs4 super nitro rolling chassis off eBay, I've bought a few bits for it so far but not 100% clued up on nitro rc's, hopefully I'll learn abit from your video's 👍🏻
It's all in the tuning, the rest falls into place.
All my toys are nitro, it’s all I run. My HPI Savage is my go to basher! If you ever wanna sell yours let me know! I’ll gladly take it off yer hands
I swapped my pull start for a drill start 👌💪
All of those issues are EXACTLY why I left nitro. I went back once with the awesome Thunder Tiger S59 Sledgehammer, but within 2 weeks, I missed brushless and sold it
do a video on ALL of your rcs... im curious if you have over 500 because i wont be surprised
Hey Kevin I'm trying to preserve my grave digger body for bashing what do yo recommend to protect the outside stickers to keep it looking it's best thanks for being awesome and yes I've smashed the bell
YOU ROCK KEV, YOU’RE A BADASS!!! I Love me some Nitro!!! I can’t wait to see the other Nitro vehicles and all the boats plus other stuff you purchased!!! I’m here until the end!!! No matter what Kev makes videos about I will stay watching!!! I wish I could beat up and really push/test my RC’a to the limit like he does!!! I just can’t afford to be that crazy with my toys!!! I really enjoy watching him break stuff though!!! 😂 🏎 💨 ⛽️🧨 🛠 🧰 🏎 💨
I like how his finger was in frame for the first bit of the video
At the track right now, my bud is still trying to start his rc, and this is my 17 turn. I'll be on my second battery by the time he turns on an tunes his rc for this cold morning. Lol
Nitro r/c's are cool, but for me personally, too much maintenance... or wrenching, as you guys say! Thanks for sharing Kev, love your channel.
I'm no pro but I don't think that's how you break in a nitro engine.
I love watching your vids dude.
One thank then more power... floor it!! You guys had me Rollin on the floor
Love watching the content kev!! Keep the good stuff coming. 😃
I both love and HATE nitros all at the same time. These days I much prefer brushless. I have 3 nitro trucks and they're pretty much shelf queens now
Ayy!!! Nice to see you back into nitro, Kev! If u like this one, can u try the Traxxas Revo 3.3? It's a really good basher, its suspension is super absorbant and it has a really good racing pedigree!
Oh, and by the way, the Revo actually starts LOL :) But all in all, looks like a fun RC car. Loving the vids as usual, Kev}
I do love my nitro cars but I can’t help thinking it’s a dying breed ☹️
if you dont like nitro then fine but that does not mean that others cant enjoy them just because you dont like them
Kev I’m pretty sure he says he loves his nitros not hates them
@kevin
When your pal pulled out the mini nitro car at 7:30 where can I find parts for the electric version? I blew the rear differential in mine but can't locate parts.
You are really convincing me to go nitro again with your videos! 😊. But yeah, the hassle of the gas and tuning is what putting me off it
I race 1/8 nitro buggy and truggy and if you get a quality engine you won't have many issues. Doesn't have to be expensive.
both are fun in different ways
its so easy when you have the right method
Kev: it looks epic
Me: it looks like a f150
Great vid. I'm toying with the idea of getting into RC and can't decide nitro or battery. Also want to build from scratch so I can learn about RC. New sub ;)
What was the name of that big orange monster truck your friend had at 13:40?
Love the merch Kevin, you need a tumbly wumbly shirt too!
Any plans to get a Tekno MT410?
Great video! Love a good nitro vid!
Nice video kev keep up the good work
20 years in this hobby, I will never go back to nitro.
Tuning is really pretty simple. You need to study up an watch some videos on it or something.
I love nitros I still have my 2017 traxxas jato 3.3 TSM I got my old 2007 jato 3.3 back I got 2 jato 3.3s now
I've found the TSM on Traxxas nitros to be a pain. My brother has the T-Maxx 2.5 and I've got the Revo 3.3 and we both had nothing but problems with the TSM. Not sure if it's just the vibrations from the engine or the heat that is the culprit but I purchased a Spektrum radio and receiver that I'm going to try in it. I've had the Spektrum for about 5 months now and have been busy with my other RCs and my new boat to install it. I have read reviews that Futaba is better but I like the feel of the Spektrum.
Same problem I have with my nitro, traxxas 4tec, bought it like almost 20 years ago. Has a pro .15 engine. It goes 50 mph max, but it's not shifting. What I notice is that it does go the top speed but it starts out kinda slow, like if it is stuck in 2nd gear. Been messing around with it but still no luck. Will keep trying.
kevin there's a spider where I live that can get to 6in long and runs 10mph it's called a sun spider
Hey kev, please get a failsafe before it runs away! Failsafe plugs into throttle servo and into throttle part of receiver.
It can’t of just been me waiting the whole time for that crazy scruffy guy to turn up to tell you guys off 😂
That is nice mate its very sporty looking for a truck 🔥👌
Be alright if it worked!
hey kev what do think is more worth money, getting a big 1/5th scale gasser like a hpi baja(a real one), maybe losi 5ive.. or get a xmaxx?
X maxx
This truck is the best. I have one too. Best 1/8 nitro mt by far. Way better and more durable than the savage and very easy to work on. Btw your low end needle are very very lean. Please richen it.
It will do back flips on the ground if tune right
Hi Kevin what rc do you recommend for a bashing at the beach
Nice Kev where you get the nitro from Kev I enjoy all of your vids can’t wait for the live stream video
Kev, I say that motor is running way too rich. Recommend Stemp to do the tuning next vid. also liked the vid