Bandit2013
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Primal RC Raminator V3. Figured I would get into this game sooner or later.
I can appreciate all of the comments from others that claim pictures do not do it any justice as it is difficult to gauge the actual size of this truck. Since I do not have a dedicated workshop, I have been using the dining room table for assembly. I have it well protected and the pads I am using (several layers) are fuel /oil resistant (material is an air damper gasket which is very tough stuff).
Considering I can fit two Bajas and one Vekta KV5TT on the table at the same time, there was not much room for the tools with just the Raminator by itself. Just for size comparison I have a front and rear Baja wheel on the table.
I soon realized I had the tires on backwards after taking the photos. I corrected that this morning. Soon to get its first start and short run. Everything else checks out.
Not sure how this will run. I will give the stock engine a chance. Not looking for high speed or anything like that with this rig. I have other 1/5 scales for the speed fix.
Possible changes:
So far, I am impressed with the design of this vehicle. It is more impressive in person than in photos. Not as heavy as I thought it would be. Sure, it is a beast at 80lbs but seems easier to manage with the body off than the Vekta KV5TT which weighs considerably less. That opinion may change when I get it down the steps into the garage. Big tank, need to get more fuel. Will add stickers to the body before I run with it installed.
I can appreciate all of the comments from others that claim pictures do not do it any justice as it is difficult to gauge the actual size of this truck. Since I do not have a dedicated workshop, I have been using the dining room table for assembly. I have it well protected and the pads I am using (several layers) are fuel /oil resistant (material is an air damper gasket which is very tough stuff).
Considering I can fit two Bajas and one Vekta KV5TT on the table at the same time, there was not much room for the tools with just the Raminator by itself. Just for size comparison I have a front and rear Baja wheel on the table.
I soon realized I had the tires on backwards after taking the photos. I corrected that this morning. Soon to get its first start and short run. Everything else checks out.
Not sure how this will run. I will give the stock engine a chance. Not looking for high speed or anything like that with this rig. I have other 1/5 scales for the speed fix.
Possible changes:
- Change in steering servos to AGF 100kg.
- Upgrade to a 2s-Lipo battery. Not sure what brand. 7000mAh up to 8000mAh.
- Upgrade to a better radio. All I need is a receiver so I can add it to my main radio system.
- Add more shocks. Waiting on seeing how this will perform as is.
- Better body mounts. May wait until I break something first.
So far, I am impressed with the design of this vehicle. It is more impressive in person than in photos. Not as heavy as I thought it would be. Sure, it is a beast at 80lbs but seems easier to manage with the body off than the Vekta KV5TT which weighs considerably less. That opinion may change when I get it down the steps into the garage. Big tank, need to get more fuel. Will add stickers to the body before I run with it installed.