Newbie numpty questions

[Boons]

Re my RTR 210.



Hello all,

Well, it has been over 20 years since I last did this with a Pro Cat

Ok, some questions re the tech side.

I am looking to buy some good batteries to race with, so I have seen some other threads on this re personal choice over the shorty, stick or saddle - I can't decide on this bit, but some of the fella's down the club suggest saddle. Ok numpty question No 1. Can the speed controllers support any 'power' of Li-po? Or doesn't it work that way?

2: As I will be changing my speed controller connector to bullets ( I think that's what they are called?) Which ones do I need?

3: I have purchased a Core stick transmitter as this my preference, and the stock receiver is stuck with double sided tape to the chassis. 20 years ago we used Velcro for ease of removal. What is the method these days, double sided tape?

4: What rear tyre foam inserts should I use, medium?

5: I read somewhere about Duracell batteries not being suited to some transmitters. If I have that correct, what batteries should I buy?

6: FINALLY what tyre glue should I use?

I'll get my coat!

[AfroP]

Originally Posted by Boons

Re my RTR 210.



Hello all,

Well, it has been over 20 years since I last did this with a Pro Cat

Ok, some questions re the tech side.

I am looking to buy some good batteries to race with, so I have seen some other threads on this re personal choice over the shorty, stick or saddle - I can't decide on this bit, but some of the fella's down the club suggest saddle. Ok numpty question

No 1. Can the speed controllers support any 'power' of Li-po? Or doesn't it work that way? Most modern brushless speed controllers can handle the Mah rating that the modern batteries have, however this figure comes into play when it comes to charging, some chargers like the cheaper/older models dont have the higher rating and although they can charge the packs, cant do a proper job. so for example my charger doesnt support higher than 5000mah. but i can charge cells 5000mah and above just not properly.

2: As I will be changing my speed controller connector to bullets ( I think that's what they are called?) Which ones do I need? These here seem pretty good and are quite cheap http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/s...ors_10pc_.html
Try also doing a search on Ebay for 4mm banana plugs

3: I have purchased a Core stick transmitter as this my preference, and the stock receiver is stuck with double sided tape to the chassis. 20 years ago we used Velcro for ease of removal. What is the method these days, double sided tape?Personal preferance. I use double sided tape as i dont expect to have to move my electrics round at all

4: What rear tyre foam inserts should I use, medium? Depends on your track really, but in most cases yes, medium is the way to go. I recommend the Schumacher tubby inserts

5: I read somewhere about Duracell batteries not being suited to some transmitters. If I have that correct, what batteries should I buy? Not Sure about that one, I use B&Q or Sainsbury brand in my radio as they are cheap and do the job

6: FINALLY what tyre glue should I use? Cant go far wrong with this stuff. http://www.rccarshop.co.uk/index.php...lue-1-2oz.html
Just be careful with it as its pretty strong and flows like water

I'll get my coat!

Answers all in the quote. hope that helps

[Boons]

Thank you for taking the time to write all that, very kind of you!

Something else that has popped up! Soldering. I used to have a standard stick type and a mahoosive and awkward gun type. I imagine the stick type will be ok? Oh and what type of solder?

Thanks again!

[AfroP]

Originally Posted by Boons

Thank you for taking the time to write all that, very kind of you!

Something else that has popped up! Soldering. I used to have a standard stick type and a mahoosive and awkward gun type. I imagine the stick type will be ok? Oh and what type of solder?

Thanks again!

Yes the stick type of iron tends to work best, preferably something with a flat/chisel tip with interchangeable heads and around 80w is what you need.
up to you if you want cheap or expensive but bear in mind that you get what you pay for.


as for solder, you cant go wrong with this stuff
http://www.rccarshop.co.uk/index.php...solder-2m.html

[Boons]

Once again, thank you very much. It's nice to see the help and advise from folk is still what it was 20+ years ago - although not online then!