Solid runner isn't it!

Thanks Chris. We've had two warm sunny days in the past few months but there's a chance of more coming soon!

They're not subtle, are they? I've gotta pick my timing here. We do have neighbours, though they're not exactly close by. Still, consideration doesn't hurt and I'm keeping my running to late morning and only here and there. Nothing regular, though there are mowers, tractors, chainsaws, dozers and the like filling the air most days somewhere in the nearby hills! I still like electric the best, but running nitro has been an experience alright! Cheers

Yeah it's not bad! With modern brushless motors in this size outputting 20hp and beyond, this thing still isn't a powerhouse, but it's got enough to definitely be fun :)

Thank you! There's nothing quite like nitro, despite all the comparative drawbacks to brushless.

Thanks Jeff, it's a lot of fun, this one!

Heh I haven't forgotten!

Yeah, I bet! A less instant throttle response would be interesting in the air.

Thanks Roy, me too :)

Heh I dunno about a comeback. You could be right. They're still just a shadow of the power of brushless systems but they are special!

@@RCTNT rtr engines are pretty slow, but once you try a racing engine the power is plenty, though still not silly powerful like 6S. Though when I do run electric 1/8 I usually stick to 4s

Thanks, I've leaned it out a bit more since and it goes hard. Has good air authority so far. There's enough acceleration to bring the nose up and those brakes pull it straight down if needed. I suspect I'm getting the best of nitro in this thing, it's been really straightforward so far!

@@RCTNT I've had good luck with mine. Back in the day my buddy had a massive monster truck thing.. maybe when Duratrax still made vehicles? Even with us having car knowledge we struggled to keep it running for long. I think when the fuel line seals well and the carb holds tune, the engine will stay happy :)

Thanks. Have done, was still running in a bit in that video. She's quite peppy now!

Luckily youtube has something for everyone then! I'm mainly about crawlers but with maybe a 40% balance of other stuff. Flying, bashing, trucks, other gear... But crawling is where it's at for this guy. It's what brought me back into the hobby nearly 20 years ago. Thanks for watching my nitro video anyway, lol

@@RCTNT yes that it does! I haven’t followed your channel for too long or I’m sure I’d of known you are into crawlers. I’ve been watching since around the ralarlo buggy release. But yes of course do whatever you enjoy and that makes you happy! I tried getting into them but it just wasn’t happening.

There's variety for days in RC thankfully! (and I'm picking up the latest rlaarlo buggy from the post office today so there you go!)

Yeah the fuel was a surprise, not cheap! I wanted to try it while it was still a thing though. Definitely fun!

@@RCTNT In my opinion one of the best short youtube series for taking an RTR Nitro and converting to a racer was done by AMain about 3years ago. It was called something like Converting an MP9 Readyset to a 1/8 racing buggy. I learned a lot about nitro. One thing you may want to consider is a starting box. Have fun.

Thanks, l looked into them but decided the glow starter is enough for now. If I ever get more nitro runners then yeah, a box might start to make a lot of sense! Cheers for the tip

@@RCTNT I had a couple of 8th scale buggies and the pull starter can be very frustrating at times. The if the sting or the pull starter itself breaks you are stuck. You can often pick them used since nitro has fallen out favor. I have also found on surface with loose dirt the nitro often grips better initially because they have a clutch that has to engage.

All good stuff to know, thanks Michael!

I totally get the appeal. There are brushless motors for 1/8 trucks that output 20HP+ but nitro is really something eh

@@RCTNT Wait until you get a road car......or a...v8 with a 3 speed transmission......

G'day, slow cars could be fine as you don't get sand all through it. Faster cars will spray sand through everywhere and moving parts will suffer, bearings in particular. You can rinse thoroughly with fresh water and lubricate things after the run, but corrosion will be an issue over time, yes. For most, it's not worth it. But sometimes it is - the beach is a really fun place to run!

There are a few hobby shops that list on ebay in Australia and eBay periodically have 20%+ off sales. I often take advantage of these :)

Ah its a bit sketchy! I need to get around to mounting a proper battery box or tray for it, but from memory, I cut a small gap under the lid to run a Velcro strap then used that. Another way to do it would be to unbolt the box, lay a long strap under it, bolt it back on then secure the battery on top. Really, I need to replace it with a better tray or bigger box. From experience, I've found I want about a 2200mah 2s lipo as that'll last 2+ tanks with the better steering servo. AAs would be lousy in this role.

Yeah, that's an issue. If you're just bombing around for an hour, they can get stuffed but if you're buzzing around for 4 or 5 you can kind of see their point, even I would get tired of WWAAAAAAAAAAAwaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaWAAAAAAAAAAA all day. I bought a house way back in the woods and there was a punker with a honda cr125 he used to rip up and down the access road all day....even coming into my driveway to do donuts. He was finally stopped by the cops: tickets for no helmet, no licence, no insurance, unsafe vehicle, speeding, and a slew of other charges and they took the bike.

@@muskokamike127 there's no need for that kind of bull from someone, who looks like he was trying wind you up!! Karma is a bi**h, isn't it!! 😆

@@roblowrie1969 I wasn't the only one, a whole bunch of us who lived on the road complained to his parents but they were the sort who didn't gaf about anyone but themselves.

Gday chris, that's not a dumb question. There are sneks around here from October through to March and when I'm in grassy or rocky areas I'm stomping and making noise and have eyes scanning constantly. We have numerous dangerous ones around here and I see them often. However, if you're loud and alert, you'll motivate them to move away before you surprise one when you're right on top of it - that's when bites happen. I have had a tiger snake within about 30cm of my face one time in a recent summer here. I had squatted right down to try to fix a sprinkler and movement from under the tarp next to me drew my eyes up. Big old tiger snake had to come right toward me to get out from under the tarp so he could escape - I was too close for comfort. He didn't attack - tigers are not good to be bitten by, but they're kinda dumb and not generally aggressive. He just wanted to get away. Sometimes, they'll go between your legs to get away. Browns on the other hand, they can be grumpy and a bit more bitey. But overall if we're loud on the ground in the warmer months, they'll shy away and you won't see them. If you're sneaky and quiet in a strategic manner (ie. safely doing it, not just ninja-ing your way through long grass) you'll see many around here. PS. enjoy your new truggy. It's great!

@RC-TNT wow ,scary stuff,the only dangerous thing we have is people stabbing each other with knives ,our police don't carry guns either,thanks for time to relpy and good fortune to you. 🇬🇧

I'll take the bitey things over the stabby people. Thanks and best to you too

I read up on breaking in a nitro and found many opinions. Rather than saying just "bad method" you could explain a little about why it's bad, what you prescribe instead and how it'll change the outcome, etc. Then we can learn, discuss, and improve 😎