Large Scale News

 

Robinson Racing 1/5 Scale Brushless Pinion Gears

Part Numbers: 8208 -8212

Product Link: HERE

Finally you have a choice when looking for your 1/5 Large Scale Brushless Pinion Gears. Now in more sizes than ever available from the leader in R/C gears, Robinson Racing.

They are making pinion sizes as small as a torque monster 8t to a whopping 21t for all out top speed. Depending on the application and vehicle there may be some modification needed to your mounting plate in order for some extreme sizes to fit. LSN will do some testing on our in house Castle Creations HPI Baja 5b and report back soon.

 

 

 

Team FastEddy installs the RPM HPI Baja 5SC Rear Bumper Skid

Team FastEddy has an enormous collection of instructional videos on his YouTube channel, 334 to be exact. He covers everything from single part installations like the one below to full kit build videos showing from start to finish. Not just 1/5 scale either, he is currently working on multi part series of the popular Axial Wraith.

In the video below FastEddy walks you through installing the new RPM 82312 Rear HPI Baja 5SC Bumper/Skid. Simple as it may seem, this one gets a little tricky so having this video running while in your workshop will prove to save you some time over reading the installation instructions.

See more of Team FastEddy videos and discussions HERE.

Purchase the RPM 5SC Rear Bumper Skid HERE.

 

 

LSN Compares the tires and wheels of the Losi 5IVE-T compared to the HPI Baja 5SC

 

Our video last week comparing the Losi 5IVE-T and the HPI Baja 5SC in size and shape was a huge hit so we thought we would expand on that concept. The truck is not available yet to the public so we hope we can at least feed your 5IVE-T apatite just a little with these videos. Interested in getting your name on the list to buy one? Get it from your Large Scale Super Store TGN HERE.

With the big news of the Losi 5IVE-T large scale out in the open. The questions of “Will HPI tires and wheels fit the Losi?” or “Will Losi tires and wheels fit the HPI?” have been thrown around a lot. LSN wanted to answer some of your questions but we though it would be best to do it with images but in video form. We have taken close up images of the wheels and tires from the Losi 5IVE-T and the popular HPI Baja 5SC and tried to explain and show you some of the differences.

 

Ask your questions below in the comments section or continue this conversation in more depth HERE.

 

 

 

 

ISC Street Meet October 9th 2011 – Santa Rosa Ca

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ISC Challenge (ISC) is an organization of people

dedicated to the world wide promotion & growth

of speed run racing as it pertains to radio

controlled (R/C) cars.

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Look out for their yearly event date on their webpage soon. Their original date was the same weekend as the HPI West Coast National so I believe they decided to look at another date in order to get the large scale guys out their.

Last year at their big yearly event we saw a great turnout of large scale cars and truck.

 

 

See their official website HERE

OK so there is a small catch…But it’s simple and I bet many of you would qualify. DarkSoul and TeamChase are making it easy to win FREE parts. See the press release below.

Or go directly to the site and start posting NOW.

I see a lot of people logged in as guests on RCLargeScale.com, an amazing amount of people actually, and would like to see more people actually signing up as members to this forum. I really believe with the amount of manufacturers from HPI, Losi, Killer RC, Team Fast Eddy, TGN, DDM, Chase Racing, and so on, that you cannot find better tech and advice anywhere else on the web when it comes to large scale vehicles. So with that, a little incentive for you all to actually join up as a member instead of lurking as a guest

Rules:

• This is for NEW members only, signup date as of yesterday – 10/1/11, you will be required to make one post in this thread stating that you “are in” for the contest.
• Must have a minimum of 15 quality posts to win (by Oct. 31th) No “welcome”, “nice paint”, “great picture” 2-3 word posts, real content, be it tech questions, tech contributions, picture post etc. but true content.
• Giveaway ends Oct. 31 (Halloween)
• One winner will be chosen by random number generator
• Winner must PM me their ship to address within seven (7) days of winner drawing to redeem prize, or the next closest will be chosen

 

HPI Racing BAJA 5SC SS KIT WITH 29cc ENGINE #107522

Product Part # 107522

Press Release:

 

The exciting 1/5th scale Baja 5SC short course truck gets the 29 treatment! The Baja 5SC SS29 comes as an unassembled kit that you get to build from the ground up. If you enjoy the process of custom building your own R/C vehicles, the Baja 5SC SS29 is the kit for you.

 

The Baja 5SC SS29 is more than just a kit version, it’s packed with extra speed and a long list of option parts. The powerplant has been upgraded to the high performance Fuelie 29s engine, coupled to a high flow aluminum tuned pipe with steel tubular header. Combined with the 8,000 RPM clutch, the Baja 5SC SS29 has some serious grunt to help propel it to speeds in excess of 40MPH! Need to quiet things down a bit? We’ve also included a stock can muffler just in case.

 

FUELIE 29S ENGINE

HIGH PERFORMANCE 29CC TWO-STROKE ENGINE

The powerful Fuelie 29 gasoline engine propels the Baja 5SC SS29 to speeds in excess of 40mph. With a dual-element air filter, easy pullstarting and convenient Torx T-27 screws, it’s easy to keep running on standard pump fuel and 2-cycle engine oil. And best of all, you can run for more than 45 minutes on a single tank of gas!

 

Super Heavy Duty Parts

Because of the ever-increasing power demands of Baja owners around the world, and the constant desire to cram as much power in the Baja chassis as possible, we’ve added all-new SUPER Heavy Duty drivetrain parts that will make sure the Baja 5SC SS29 can handle extreme conditions and massive power!

 

The Baja 5SC SS29 follows the HPI innovation of upgraded ‘Super Sport’ models that feature kit versions of popular HPI RTR models, with additional option parts added to enhance the enjoyment of your kit. A long list of option parts are included with the SS version of the Baja 5SC. As you build the kit, you add in the options that come in the box, and add your own radio gear (receiver, throttle servo, and receiver battery). As with all HPI cars and trucks, you get a full, in-depth instruction manual with step by step instructions that allow you to easily disassemble and reassemble your truck for maintenance and easy servicing. The HPI RC Car DVD is your personal RC car expert in a box!

HPI Racing 4WD 1/5 Scale Brushless Flux SC

We reported on a possible release of a HPI 4×4 1/5 scale several weeks ago and one did show up to the Hostile Bajafest. But this slick truck eluded us and we were never able to catch it in person or driving on the track. But we did here that the truck ran well from the few lucky people who were able to catch John Schulz doing a few laps.

Ever since our Castle Creations HPI Baja 5b Brushless build we have been very excited to see where Large Scale Electrics would take us. It’s been a little quiet to say the least but this new model from HPI Racing is exciting to me and I hope to see more of it in the near future. Check out the Sneak Peek Video Below.

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Talk about Large Scale Brushless HERE and tell us what YOU think?

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Urgent Notice – Your Immediate Action Is Needed

Send Your E-Mail By October 10

Help preserve your rights regarding hobby materials

So this may not be Large Scale specific but it does affect a LOT Of people who I know love hobbies. I know many of you love rockets and you need your batteries for all scales of R/C so lets do our best to help our hobby and send some emails.

 

Press Release from Tower Hobby:

 

Dear Tower Hobbies Customer,

 

Many people are concerned with new government regulations that are designed to limit our hobby industry. You’ve probably heard about the new FAA regulations limiting our use of R/C airplanes and proposed shipping bans for R/C batteries.

 

New regulations are being considered regarding model rocket motors. This may not immediately impact your particular hobby but it’s just another step toward regulation of materials used in hobbies and deserves your attention.

 

The US Department of Transportation (DOT) has recently advised that they propose to terminate a special permit under which model rocket motors and igniters have been shipped for the last 33 years. If the permit is terminated model rocket motors and igniters will no longer be able to be shipped as “Flammable Solids” and will instead have to be shipped as “Explosives.”

 

In 33 years there have been no incidents involved in the shipping and transporting of model rocket motors and igniters.

 

Hobbyists need your support. Attached is a sample e-mail that we request you send immediately to express your support.

 

We believe that shipping model rocket motors and igniters as “Explosives” would only cause unnecessary concern for hobby shops, educators, youth group leaders and families using model rockets for educational and recreational purposes.

 

If you believe as we do, please send an e-mail to the Department of Transportation no later than October 10, 2011.

 

To assist you, here is a sample e-mail:

 

TO: specialpermits@dot.gov

Subject: DOT-SP 7887 Show Cause Response

 

Dear Associate Administrator,

 

The purpose of this e-mail is to request that DOT-SP 7887 be kept in force as written. The Special Permit, previously DOT-E 7887 has been in place since 1978 and is used by many of us who enjoy hobbies including model rockets, motors and igniters.

 

To my knowledge, there has never been an incident involving the shipping and transporting of model rocket motors and igniters. Further I believe that shipping these products as “Explosives” will create unnecessary fear and difficulty for those handling, transporting, receiving, storing, selling and using these products.

 

After 33 years of use, the termination of the Special Permit is unwarranted and possibly damaging to an educational and recreational product that has an excellent record. In closing, I again request the Special Permit be kept in place as written.

 

– Your Name and Address

 

4×4 RALLYDAY – CASTLE COMBE RACE CIRCUIT

No Limit RC UK

The No Limit RC UK guys are at it again. It is so nice to see these guys time and time again going out to not only have a LOT of fun but to promote the hobby of R/C and bring these exciting shows to the masses. Our hat is off to you all at No Limit RC UK. Thank you for all your efforts.

Check out their facebook for more images HERE

 

Check out their official website HERE

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Press Release:

his was a real petrol-head event, with hundreds of car club vehicles on display including the Sierra Cosworth 25th Anniversay display. There were Wildcat white-knuckle rides, rallyraid demo with Dakar and off-road vehicles, challenge truck display and winching demos, 4×4 club displays, rally car rides around the circuit and off-road. The 2 top current WRC drivers were there, Kris Meeke and Matthew Wilson, plus ex Stig Ben Collins who interviewed some of the injured servicemen regarding Race2Recovery. The aim is to race in the 2013 Dakar Rally to raise funds for wounded British servicemen and their families.

NoLimit had an area between the car parking and entrance, so there was a continuous audience for most of the day. The circuit provided us with 2 wrecker cars to damage. Unfortunately, after a warm and sunny day on Friday when NoLimit was organising their arena, the weather changed to be cold and windy with monsoon-like squalls which made it difficult to do the usual NoLimit display as there was not a lot of grip on the grass or jumps. NoLimit just used their HPI Baja 5Bs and managed to keep the crowd entertained with some good jumps and aerobatics. Uber RC and MMR Largescale also came along with their RC cars to join in.

It was a really exciting day, despite the weather. A father with his young son was watching NoLimit at the end of the afternoon. He said (about his son) “he didn’t want to come here this morning, now I can’t get him to go home!” I think that sums up the event.

Thanks Brian and Darin for letting us be part of your rallyday. It was excellent!

LSN Compares the Losi 5IVE-T to the HPI Baja 5SC in length, width, height and weight.

 

LSN has received several request to explain the differences between the Losi 5IVE-T and the HPI Baja 5SC. In time we will cover more details about how each truck differs but we wanted to start with the exterior of the two trucks and cover the basics. We decided to get both of these trucks out and take some photos to give you an up close view of how these two truck differ in these areas, Length, Width, Height and Weight. You will also see the overal profile of these two trucks and how they differ.

Please understand this is not a comparison as to which truck is better. We are simply showing you the scale of the two trucks because we know so many of you have seen the popular HPI Baja 5SC and not so many have seen the Losi 5IVE-T. Below is the video where you can get all the details. We will also list the specs below for those of you with short attention spans.

 

Our next video will cover the tires and how they differ from the HPI tires. As for interchangeable parts, other than the engine and some engine accessories like HP filters etc the tires are the only think on the Losi 5IVE-T that will interchange with HPI Baja’s.

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Losi 5IVE-T vs HPI Baja 5SC

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Length from bumper to bumper

5IVE-T: 38″

5SC: 37 1/2″

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Width between the two front wheels

5IVE-T: 20 1/2″

5SC: 18″

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Weight of the the trucks W/O gas

5IVE-T: 37lbs 2.5oz

5SC: 29lbs 4.5oz

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Height of the trucks

This was hard to measure but you can see in the image that the 5IVE-T is shorter by maybe an inch and has a whole different stance and overall profile.