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I'm having trouble with my killswitch again. It is randomly engaging and I cannot explain why. It is very frustrating because I can't get more than 4 or 5 minutes of run time before it shuts off and gives me a red light. It is well within range and my batteries for the transmitter and truck are both fully charged.


Any help would be greatly appreciated.
 
Not the recommended one that I have read about. I know an NGK plug is recommended because others seem to cause interference. It currently has whatever came in it from the factory.

I just snapped my pullstart so it will be a while before I get to test a different spark plug.
 
Now the question at hand since I cannot diagnose the kill switch issue is should I get an electric start or another pull start.

An even better question, if I do go with another pullstart, is it worth it to get a nicer upgraded one like Turtle Racing or should I go with another stock one?
 
I would try a plug first. It seems to be the issue 90% of the time.

If you get a new pull-start, I would at least get one with a metal prawl. They last longer.

If it's in the budget the Turtle starters are very nice.
 
I may run to the local autozone and grab the plug today since they have 3 in stock. Might check to see if they have a pullstart that would work since it's basically the same as a weedeater or chainsaw. If they don't have one with metal innards I'll probably just hold off.
 
Since it seems like the pullstart is a very consumable part, do any companies offer a warranty with their pullstart?
 
I don't believe so. It's one of those parts we like to have a backup for when they break.
 
Yeah I would think it would make more sense to learn how to rebuild one. Is there another good brand to look at that is a little less expensive than Turtle Racing?

Also I attempted to take my broken one apart to learn how it worked and why it failed but the Allen screw would not come out. I actually stripped my Allen wrench trying to get it apart.
 
I think I am going to go ahead with a drill starter system.

This shows to be a 20v. Do you guys think this would do the job? I like that it is smaller than most drills and it comes with all kinds of goodies so I could use it for many other things besides just starting up my rampage. And heck for the price, it seems like a heck of a deal.

http://www.walmart.com/ip/Black-Decker-68-Piece-Project-Kit-with-20V-Lithium-Drill-Driver-LI2000PK/25414788

As far as the engine side I will just need the following:

http://www.davesmotors.com/eg418PSpowerstarter.html

That one will work with my particular engine correct?
 
Also, does that starter kit include the piston stopper? I know it says you will need one, and it says the drill bit is NOT included, but it doesn't say whether or not it has a flywheel or piston stopper included.
 
jonathan13 said:
I think I am going to go ahead with a drill starter system. This shows to be a 20v. Do you guys think this would do the job? I like that it is smaller than most drills and it comes with all kinds of goodies so I could use it for many other things besides just starting up my rampage. And heck for the price, it seems like a heck of a deal.

http://www.walmart.com/ip/Black-Decker-68-Piece-Project-Kit-with-20V-Lithium-Drill-Driver-LI2000PK/25414788

As far as the engine side I will just need the following:

http://www.davesmotors.com/eg418PSpowerstarter.html

That one will work with my particular engine correct?
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20v should be enough. KillerRC recommends 18v and higher for there starter.

Yes that starter will fit on the HY engine.
 
jonathan13 said:
Looks like that Walmart drill I found was a typo. It is only a 3.6v not a 20v. I think I am just going to get this guy:http://www.lowes.com/ProductDisplay?partNumber=372918-65481-49MRBESY966&langId=-1&storeId=10151&productId=3606316&catalogId=10051&cmRelshp=req&rel=nofollow&cId=PDIO1

mvaughn12 on here originally found this particular tool and said that it worked perfectly. It also includes the drill bit already installed in it.
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LOL 3v would never handle it.
 
Yeah that would be a far cry from working. I am glad I searched the part number on google to find out that it was mis-labeled on Walmart's website.
 
Back to the original topic, I ran out to the local Autozone and picked up the recommended NGK plug. I will report back after my new starter arrives and let you guys know if the plug does the trick. Also, is this plug pre-gapped or does it need to be gapped accordingly? If it does need to be gapped what are the specs?
 
Thank you Rob.

I am ordering my starter now. Since DDM has free shipping on orders over $100 that was an excuse to buy a few more things while I was getting the starter. I am picking up an inclined shredstack, an HPI air filter, and some air filter oil.

The pullstart breaking was a blessing in disguise. Now I get to check some of the goodies off my list that I have been wanting to get. :)
 
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