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Never had a problem with my Hitech servo or my hump pack.
Never had a problem with my Hitech servo or my hump pack.
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Had my FIRST PROBLEM with the XSS today...
Running along on a gravel road with a few bumps and jumps, and suddenly lost all power to the rear. Checked the car and the setscrew had fallen out of the rear-drive cup on the 2-speed. These cups were installed at a the factory and obviously, they hadn't put enough threadlock on the shaft to hold the screw in place.
So if you've got an XSS, make sure the cups on the outdrives from the transmission are secure and that the setscrews are threadlocked.
Running along on a gravel road with a few bumps and jumps, and suddenly lost all power to the rear. Checked the car and the setscrew had fallen out of the rear-drive cup on the 2-speed. These cups were installed at a the factory and obviously, they hadn't put enough threadlock on the shaft to hold the screw in place.
So if you've got an XSS, make sure the cups on the outdrives from the transmission are secure and that the setscrews are threadlocked.
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On the tranny, don't you have to put the set-screws in yourself?? I'm not that far along yet - but I did threadlock the set-screws coming from the diffs..
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On the tranny, don't you have to put the set-screws in yourself?? I'm not that far along yet - but I did threadlock the set-screws coming from the diffs..
On the tranny, don't you have to put the set-screws in yourself?? I'm not that far along yet - but I did threadlock the set-screws coming from the diffs..
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Hey guy I just ordered my first savage. I should be getting it in a week can’t wait Does the savage x ss come with aluminum shoes?? And do you get that plastic roll cage with it to??
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well i got my x ss finished and run in today
ive now started tuneing (ive turned about a qurter on the hsn so far) i know i need to do the lsn aswell is just got dark before i had time to properly tune
the engine seams to be reving quite high but it dosent seam to change gear
soo i was wondering is it just i need to continue tuneing or do i need to alter the shift point
oh and i dont get half tank lean YAY
ive now started tuneing (ive turned about a qurter on the hsn so far) i know i need to do the lsn aswell is just got dark before i had time to properly tune
the engine seams to be reving quite high but it dosent seam to change gear
soo i was wondering is it just i need to continue tuneing or do i need to alter the shift point
oh and i dont get half tank lean YAY
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Hey guy I just ordered my first savage. I should be getting it in a week can’t wait Does the savage x ss come with aluminum shoes?? And do you get that plastic roll cage with it to??
Hey guy I just ordered my first savage. I should be getting it in a week can’t wait Does the savage x ss come with aluminum shoes?? And do you get that plastic roll cage with it to??
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well i got my x ss finished and run in today
ive now started tuneing (ive turned about a qurter on the hsn so far) i know i need to do the lsn aswell is just got dark before i had time to properly tune
the engine seams to be reving quite high but it dosent seam to change gear
soo i was wondering is it just i need to continue tuneing or do i need to alter the shift point
oh and i dont get half tank lean YAY
well i got my x ss finished and run in today
ive now started tuneing (ive turned about a qurter on the hsn so far) i know i need to do the lsn aswell is just got dark before i had time to properly tune
the engine seams to be reving quite high but it dosent seam to change gear
soo i was wondering is it just i need to continue tuneing or do i need to alter the shift point
oh and i dont get half tank lean YAY
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harawong & Spike X: thanks for the info
Well I picked up my Savage X SS 4.6 and Specktrum 3.0 and i must say this is going to be fun to build. For those of you who have started running your X SS what type of glow plugs are you running. I'm also wanting to put in a Reverse module, who makes it, where can i find it and how much does it cost? (links would be great, cant seem to find one) I'll be starting the build soon and will let everyone know how that process goes.
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TxRoadRunner, you will need the following:
Receiver Switch (preferably with charging lead) <- I'm not sure if it comes with the Spektrum DX3.0 set
5-cell 6V Hump Pack
Glow Plug Ignitor Glow Plug Wrench
Fuel Bottle
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Screwdrivers
Hex Drivers
Instant Glue (CA)
Thread Lock
TxRoadRunner, you will need the following:
Receiver Switch (preferably with charging lead) <- I'm not sure if it comes with the Spektrum DX3.0 set
5-cell 6V Hump Pack
Glow Plug Ignitor Glow Plug Wrench
Fuel Bottle
Tools:
Screwdrivers
Hex Drivers
Instant Glue (CA)
Thread Lock
Well I picked up my Savage X SS 4.6 and Specktrum 3.0 and i must say this is going to be fun to build. For those of you who have started running your X SS what type of glow plugs are you running. I'm also wanting to put in a Reverse module, who makes it, where can i find it and how much does it cost? (links would be great, cant seem to find one) I'll be starting the build soon and will let everyone know how that process goes.
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Well I picked up my Savage X SS 4.6 and Specktrum 3.0 and i must say this is going to be fun to build. For those of you who have started running your X SS what type of glow plugs are you running. I'm also wanting to put in a Reverse module, who makes it, where can i find it and how much does it cost? (links would be great, cant seem to find one) I'll be starting the build soon and will let everyone know how that process goes.
Well I picked up my Savage X SS 4.6 and Specktrum 3.0 and i must say this is going to be fun to build. For those of you who have started running your X SS what type of glow plugs are you running. I'm also wanting to put in a Reverse module, who makes it, where can i find it and how much does it cost? (links would be great, cant seem to find one) I'll be starting the build soon and will let everyone know how that process goes.
As regards reverse module, you can get this from Tower Hobbies...
If you're running a 3-channel radio, which you will be if you've got the Spektrum DX3.0, then all you'll need is this:
Reverse Module (no mixer) http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin...&I=LXDSD1&P=ML
Plus you'll need a standard servo to attach to the module
If you've got a 2-channel radio, you'll need the Reverse Module + Mixer + Servo:
http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin...&I=LXMCX3&P=ML
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BTW, here's the link for the R5 (cold) plug:
http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin...?&I=LXFYM4&P=V
http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin...?&I=LXFYM4&P=V
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I'm just running the stock HPI R5 plug that came with the K4.6 engine.
As regards reverse module, you can get this from Tower Hobbies...
If you're running a 3-channel radio, which you will be if you've got the Spektrum DX3.0, then all you'll need is this:
Reverse Module (no mixer) http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin...&I=LXDSD1&P=ML
Plus you'll need a standard servo to attach to the module
If you've got a 2-channel radio, you'll need the Reverse Module + Mixer + Servo:
http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin...&I=LXMCX3&P=ML
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Well I picked up my Savage X SS 4.6 and Specktrum 3.0 and i must say this is going to be fun to build. For those of you who have started running your X SS what type of glow plugs are you running. I'm also wanting to put in a Reverse module, who makes it, where can i find it and how much does it cost? (links would be great, cant seem to find one) I'll be starting the build soon and will let everyone know how that process goes.
Well I picked up my Savage X SS 4.6 and Specktrum 3.0 and i must say this is going to be fun to build. For those of you who have started running your X SS what type of glow plugs are you running. I'm also wanting to put in a Reverse module, who makes it, where can i find it and how much does it cost? (links would be great, cant seem to find one) I'll be starting the build soon and will let everyone know how that process goes.
As regards reverse module, you can get this from Tower Hobbies...
If you're running a 3-channel radio, which you will be if you've got the Spektrum DX3.0, then all you'll need is this:
Reverse Module (no mixer) http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin...&I=LXDSD1&P=ML
Plus you'll need a standard servo to attach to the module
If you've got a 2-channel radio, you'll need the Reverse Module + Mixer + Servo:
http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin...&I=LXMCX3&P=ML
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well i got my x ss finished and run in today
ive now started tuneing (ive turned about a qurter on the hsn so far) i know i need to do the lsn aswell is just got dark before i had time to properly tune
the engine seams to be reving quite high but it dosent seam to change gear
soo i was wondering is it just i need to continue tuneing or do i need to alter the shift point
oh and i dont get half tank lean YAY
ive now started tuneing (ive turned about a qurter on the hsn so far) i know i need to do the lsn aswell is just got dark before i had time to properly tune
the engine seams to be reving quite high but it dosent seam to change gear
soo i was wondering is it just i need to continue tuneing or do i need to alter the shift point
oh and i dont get half tank lean YAY
The half tank lean is where the shelf causes the different pressure on the fuel line, so the engine leans out. You want to tune the engine so it runs a but more rich until it reaches half tank, so it will run like it should normally run. You don't want it to lean out too much when it hits half tank, or you might be running the risk of damaging your engine. Another option is to install another tank. I'm not that positive of this, it's only advice I've seen from this forum, I don't have the problem, most of the time.
P.S the only problem with mine was a defective pullstarter.
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The crazy thing is....the new 160cc primerless tank from HPI was supposed to fix the half lean bog problems with the previous tank. Obviously they must have rushed it into production or something....I don't find it 2 bad, but there is a difference once it reaches half a tank. My solution has been what you have done - richen it out initially so that when its at 1/2 tank, it runs as normal.
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So has anyone done the Ofna tank mod with their XSS? I get the half tank lean, but I find it is only really noticeable when it is cold and the engine leans out more.
I see quite a few people have solved the problem through the use of a secondary holding tank connected to the main fuel tank...how exactly does that work? Anyone done that with their XSS?
I see quite a few people have solved the problem through the use of a secondary holding tank connected to the main fuel tank...how exactly does that work? Anyone done that with their XSS?
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I ordered my savage x ss kit off ebay thursday It should be here this week. It was Just a rolling chassis so I had to buy shocks HD dogbones and rims and tires seperatly, but that will save me time of buying the full kit and buying these upgraded parts extra. Im also going to put a LRP .28 spec 3 into it It should be a monster. Next on my list I need to get a good controller and servos. High torque is for steering right?
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Yeah, mine is only noticeable when it is a bit cooler, and even when I do it's not much, but I run it rich for the first ½ anyway. Some days I have the problem, some I don't.
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I ordered my savage x ss kit off ebay thursday It should be here this week. It was Just a rolling chassis so I had to buy shocks HD dogbones and rims and tires seperatly, but that will save me time of buying the full kit and buying these upgraded parts extra. Im also going to put a LRP .28 spec 3 into it It should be a monster. Next on my list I need to get a good controller and servos. High torque is for steering right?
I ordered my savage x ss kit off ebay thursday It should be here this week. It was Just a rolling chassis so I had to buy shocks HD dogbones and rims and tires seperatly, but that will save me time of buying the full kit and buying these upgraded parts extra. Im also going to put a LRP .28 spec 3 into it It should be a monster. Next on my list I need to get a good controller and servos. High torque is for steering right?
http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin...&I=LXUZ80&P=ML