I wish we had a place to run our stuff. All LHS and tracks are gone. Last time I checked my buggy, it was fine but sucks not being able to run it. TKI3/Nova powered. I miss the smell and sweet sound she makes. :(
Great vid Adam. Ok so shock boots, this is one thing that confuses me. We are told to maintain them and replace if they get holes or tears. But we have also been told to put holes in the boots to eliminate the air trapped in them from being sealed so well. Which obviously will allow the air to not build up and affect Shock performance, but will in fact allow dirt to get in. Hence my confusion.
@@nitrogas5719 I felt the same way until I watched Robert Batlle video. He’s not the only one who’s pointed this out. ua-cam.com/video/URy2-wc0Dbo/v-deo.html
You have probably never had anyone say this, but prolong engine/transmission treatment works for rc cars! Its all the same thing really, I've had folks laugh at me about it. I personally had an 81 camaro(12.33 @117mph in the 1/4} that lost an oil pump pick up, I still had to go to work for almost two months with bouncing oil pressure, no damage, the bearings looked new when I finally repaired it. I break shit in, then add prolong, it pretty much stops wear, but you need some wear, thats why you can't do it right away. I've used it after doing some shady pinch jobs on nitro engines, and they last quite a while!
Hi Adam, awesome video again! I see you have the narrow C and D blocks on the car. Do you have an idea when they will be for sale? I'd love to try them on one of the super low traction tracks in my neighbourhood.
Wouldn’t you know it I’m binging on your channel and boom. Always appreciate the content bro!
I appreciate that!
I wish we had a place to run our stuff. All LHS and tracks are gone. Last time I checked my buggy, it was fine but sucks not being able to run it. TKI3/Nova powered. I miss the smell and sweet sound she makes. :(
Bummer! :(
Great vid Adam. Ok so shock boots, this is one thing that confuses me. We are told to maintain them and replace if they get holes or tears. But we have also been told to put holes in the boots to eliminate the air trapped in them from being sealed so well. Which obviously will allow the air to not build up and affect Shock performance, but will in fact allow dirt to get in. Hence my confusion.
Don’t use them they’re extra weight, use a mud flap made of lexan it’s les weight and just ricochets dirt buildup away from your shocks.
I have never had a problem with shock boots with air in them, no need to put a hole in them
@@nitrogas5719 I felt the same way until I watched Robert Batlle video. He’s not the only one who’s pointed this out.
ua-cam.com/video/URy2-wc0Dbo/v-deo.html
First thing I do when I build a new kit is toss the shock boots in the trash. Dirt sprint cars don't run them so I don't run them. I hate them! Lol
I don't usually put holes in my shock boots.
great and informative video, great job as always Adam
Thanks again!
@@AdamDrake not a problem
Good video. I felt like this was made for me. I need to tighten up my maintenance game.
You can do it!
Shock boots?! You mean, 350Q latex balloons.
I thought I was the only one who did this lol
How do u create the hole for the shaft to pass through the end of the balloon?
Id like to know as well how you make a hole for the shaft, boots are so expensive
:)
@@nitrogas5719Im going to try the tyre hole punch tool
Your opinion on something like endust on arms, shocks, chassis, towers to keep dirt off?
I just use compressed air for cleaning between races at the track.
Great vid Adam! I always refer it to guys, and re-watch myself around this time of year as a good refresher👍🏼
You have probably never had anyone say this, but prolong engine/transmission treatment works for rc cars! Its all the same thing really, I've had folks laugh at me about it. I personally had an 81 camaro(12.33 @117mph in the 1/4} that lost an oil pump pick up, I still had to go to work for almost two months with bouncing oil pressure, no damage, the bearings looked new when I finally repaired it. I break shit in, then add prolong, it pretty much stops wear, but you need some wear, thats why you can't do it right away. I've used it after doing some shady pinch jobs on nitro engines, and they last quite a while!
Very cool, thank you!
Hi Adam, awesome video again! I see you have the narrow C and D blocks on the car. Do you have an idea when they will be for sale? I'd love to try them on one of the super low traction tracks in my neighbourhood.
Thank you. Just something we're testing at the moment. Hopefully we offer it as an option in the future.
Hey adam great video. I plan on rebuilding my differentials, what grease should I use outside the differential case?
I use the protek white grease on the ring and pinion and Mugen grease on the outdrive/diff cups.
Hey Adam, could you please do a video on servicing all the bearings on both nitro buggy and truggy. Would really appreciate it.
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Great video as always. How often do you change your bearings?
Thank you! It really depends on the track conditions and the amount of dust. I do check them often.
I do that to Mr drake.. how about the chamber links ball ends.. how much is to much slop
You only need enough to make sure everything moves freely.
I got practice with my new mugen kit I'm loving it thank you for all the tips I've gotten from you I'm super appreciative
Glad to hear it!
Another reminder why it is great to be subscribed to Adam Drake! ^-^
Thank you!
🇮🇩 Amazing thank info friend ✔
Welcome 👍
Love to have a car built by you!
I usually to a few build per year depending on my schedule.
@@AdamDrake please keep me posted if you ever have time
Another great infomercial Adam very informative 👍🇮🇪
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Another awesome vid. Cheers mate 👍 🇳🇿
Thanks 👍
Nice video I just did that to go to pnb
:)
🏁Awesome
Thanks!
awsome vid as always bro keep up the great work see ya at pnb in 2 days
Thank you!