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Forum: Mini RC 2006.12.11, 12:30 AM
Replies: 461
Views: 25,115
Posted By Btman
I have had very good results (so far) with the...

I have had very good results (so far) with the steering link I made from the black plastic top of a plastic coffee container. It is slighty thicker than the stock link and seems durable enough. It...
Forum: Mini RC 2006.12.08, 09:59 PM
Replies: 461
Views: 25,115
Posted By Btman
I just picked up one of these today. A front...

I just picked up one of these today. A front steering link snapped in half after hitting a padded guardrail on my track. This seems to be a potential weak link so to speak on these. The steering...
Forum: Mini RC 2006.11.08, 09:28 PM
Replies: 461
Views: 25,115
Posted By Btman
Team Losi now has PDF files of the owners manual...

Team Losi now has PDF files of the owners manual and exploded parts view/list on its website. I have not looked at it in detail yet but I look forward to it.
Forum: Kyosho 2006.10.20, 12:48 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 424
Posted By Btman
I am sure that a lots of us already have a 27mhz...

I am sure that a lots of us already have a 27mhz AM transmitter lying around that we could use with these. I always wanted to try a mini-z F-1 but the price was always an issue. If the cars were...
Forum: Mini RC 2006.10.13, 02:14 AM
Replies: 461
Views: 25,115
Posted By Btman
Finally, something new in sub 1/28 scale. I am...

Finally, something new in sub 1/28 scale. I am getting excited about this one for sure. I must admit that I did not expect this. This could be a very popular product for indoor racing due to its...
Forum: Core Lap Timing System Support Forum 2006.09.05, 04:39 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 4,001
Posted By Btman
The missing link in small scale/home RC racing...

The missing link in small scale/home RC racing has always been affordable, reliable, easy to use lap counting IMO. It has to be affordable enough that individuals who want to track lap times/speeds...
Forum: Mini-Z Lit ML-010 2006.09.02, 08:06 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,678
Posted By Btman
I hope that the charging stand accepts an ac...

I hope that the charging stand accepts an ac adapter instead of batteries. Also, does anyone know when these will be available in the US?
Forum: iWaver 2006.07.10, 03:22 PM
Replies: 321
Views: 57,769
Posted By Btman
The biggest issue I had with the original version...

The biggest issue I had with the original version of this chassis was the design of the battery clips. The batteries tend to pop out the chassis enough to cut power upon impact. This may be an issue...
Forum: iWaver 2006.07.03, 04:06 PM
Replies: 321
Views: 57,769
Posted By Btman
At first I was going to pass on the new Iwaver...

At first I was going to pass on the new Iwaver when it comes out because of some minor problems I had with my IW02 with the similar chassis. It seems that my servo centering problems went away with...
Forum: Mini-Z Lit ML-010 2006.06.16, 06:34 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 6,448
Posted By Btman
I'm sorry. I meant August 2006 as an estimated...

I'm sorry. I meant August 2006 as an estimated street date. I am not sure if this refers to the US release date.
Forum: Mini-Z Lit ML-010 2006.06.16, 06:23 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 6,448
Posted By Btman
There is some info and pictures about these on...

There is some info and pictures about these on kyosho's USA web site. They have an estimated release date of July and an estimated street price of $199 ouch!
Forum: Mini-Z Lit ML-010 2006.05.23, 10:11 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 6,448
Posted By Btman
As stated before, I am also concerned about US...

As stated before, I am also concerned about US availability on these due to the choice of bodies. Most US consumers just can't relate to the first body choices. It may be licensing issues, but a...
Forum: Mini-Z Lit ML-010 2006.05.18, 06:28 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,050
Posted By Btman
These photos seem to show that this chassis...

These photos seem to show that this chassis should be easier to tune/work on compared to an Epoch Indoor Racer. It looks as if the suspension, motor and battery will be much easier to get to. ...
Forum: Mini-Z Lit ML-010 2006.05.13, 09:53 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 6,448
Posted By Btman
Since the battery is easily removeable, I really...

Since the battery is easily removeable, I really hope that you can charge one battery and run a second battery if you bought one. One significant thing I noticed about these cars is changeable gear...
Forum: Mini-Z Lit ML-010 2006.04.29, 11:26 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 6,448
Posted By Btman
If these cars have changeable gear ratios and...

If these cars have changeable gear ratios and motors like larger scale cars, they would take this scale to the next level. I am keeping my fingers crossed and also hoping for US availability soon. ...
Forum: Beginner Questions 2006.04.04, 05:25 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 959
Posted By Btman
If you get a stock 2wd mini-z and will be running...

If you get a stock 2wd mini-z and will be running on smooth (basement) concrete, you may need to invest in softer than stock tires. I purchased a Mini-z MR-01 when they first came out many years...
Forum: Mini RC 2005.04.02, 09:02 PM
Replies: 390
Views: 21,560
Posted By Btman
Warfile, I have been waiting to see pics on the...

Warfile, I have been waiting to see pics on the Revell cars. Could you also post a picture of the transmitter. Also, are the motor and gear ratios upgradeable?
Forum: Transmitters, Receivers and Crystals 2005.01.22, 05:51 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,354
Posted By Btman
I do not own a kt-5 but have owned a kt-2 for...

I do not own a kt-5 but have owned a kt-2 for over 4 years. It has worked flawlessly with many different rc models. I have always been concerned about the battery bay design but otherwise it is a...
Forum: iWaver 2005.01.22, 05:00 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 649
Posted By Btman
I used a thin small piece of plastic to shim the...

I used a thin small piece of plastic to shim the pot of my IW-01 and it steers perfectly ever since. This problem is/was common with mr-01 mini-z's as well. My 4 year old mini-z developed this...
Forum: iWaver 2005.01.20, 12:36 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,668
Posted By Btman
I purchased a mini-z close to 5 years ago and it...

I purchased a mini-z close to 5 years ago and it was very prone to interference and it also had a steering pot centering issue. These issues have been well documented in the past. At the time, the...
Forum: Mini RC 2004.08.19, 01:51 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 4,395
Posted By Btman
Wow! I remember when these first came out nearly...

Wow! I remember when these first came out nearly 20 years ago. I always wanted one but never bought one. I remember when mini-Z's first came out. I promised myself that I would not let history...
Forum: Lap Timing Systems and Software 2004.08.19, 01:32 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 8,461
Posted By Btman
I wonder whether a system like this would work on...

I wonder whether a system like this would work on multi channel cars such as Zip Zap SEs and 1/43 scale DG master or Radio Shack Vipers/Corvettes. If it is some sort of RFID system, there may be...
Forum: Beginner Questions 2002.07.25, 04:41 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 981
Posted By Btman
The servo reversing switches come in handy if you...

The servo reversing switches come in handy if you ever use your mini-z (Perfex) transmitter with other cars. For example, the mini-z transmitter works fine with the switches in the standard position...
Forum: Mini RC 2002.06.06, 06:40 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,908
Posted By Btman
I own one and it is a very nice car. To me it is...

I own one and it is a very nice car. To me it is just a little too large for the 12x25 foot area that I have to run it in. I recently bought a Dynamite Rocket Racer which is a perfect size for the...
Forum: Mini RC 2002.04.21, 05:08 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,318
Posted By Btman
Thank you for clearing that up for me. The new...

Thank you for clearing that up for me. The new Kawada 1/24 tripmate Mid now has my attention as well. It looks like it uses standard AAA NiMh battteries which could be an advantage. So many good...
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