@@2259alfie Thanks for watchn’ 🩷 - This engine uses a 6mm stater shaft

@@a2rc hi big fan of all your videos question do you know the Size of the Starter Shaft on the Dynamite .19 Mach 2 nitro engine 6mm or 8mm ? I want to install a Rotor Starter Thanks Alfie

@@2259alfie I really appreciate the support and letting me know - Unfortunately, I do not know the starter shaft size of the Dynamite .19 6mm for be. Good guess but, I can try and find out and get back to you, if you would like? - You may know this but, the .19 is made by a different company (SH) than the 18R

@@a2rc hi thanks for your fast response yes if you could find out the size I would greatly appreciate it , I’ve sent numerous emails to Dynamite Racing with no response I do not want to run the tarrexas EZ-start Which is a direct fit

@@allaspectsrc4178 ohh😮 I was just talking with someone about the .18 Lrp - I hope she still has some life in her. Let me know - Thanks for watchn’ 🩷

@@ofnaguycarlwatts8602 Thanks Carl‼️ Just wanted a fun way to update everyone - I appreciate the support 🩷

@@MGroundEffect Ohh That’s awesome 💯 I’m glad I could help a bit and that you liked the video - I appreciate you watchn’ and taking the time to write 🩷

@@TastyBRC There is a future build that I’m debating using this engine with. I’m interested to she how she runs. - There is some good potential but, you never know until you try it out I appreciate you taking the time to comment and for the support Tasty 🩷

@@AllInRc1971 Sounds great but, if you ordered them from the miaitto_0 seller, I hope you get them and with no issues - They have been on eBay for a long while and the seller is very suspect Let me know if they come in how you expected them too. I of course hope nothing odd happens Nevertheless, I appreciate you taking the time to write and for watchn’ 🩷

Jealous been looking for a kit

@@ranbarrett6823What are you building? Would love to hear about it 💯

@@ranbarrett6823 they showed up and the kit comes with everything including the clutch bell.

I have an Hpi rs4 evo 3 single speed, slowly doing add ons, Lmk if you’d part with one

@@tonysands2837 Thank you Tony💯 - I’m glad you liked it and I appreciate you watchn’🩷

@@e46s54 Yeah sure. I’m always happy to help if I can. - The Backplate PN is RB1809R and the full carb PN is CM1813A-3 I appreciate you taking the time to write and for watchn’🩷

Thanks. 👍

@@Nitro_rc_life ohh Thanks 😋 I’m glad you enjoyed it‼️ Have your recent RC Club Boxes been any better? Worth continuing? - I saw your last vid but, wasn’t sure if you get more than one a month I appreciate you saying Hi and for watchn’ 🩷

@a2rc yeah the last one was ok but nothing like the 1st yr. It's nice to get the things you normally wouldn't buy

@@lyubennyagulov9012 It’s pretty awesome that I can share a new engine with everyone ‼️ She’s good lookn’ for sure - IMO this is one of those hidden gems and if folks can find one, they should try and pick it up It makes me happy to know that you enjoyed the vid and I appreciate you letting me know 🩷

@@auntdotte As I understand it, Force is still producing it (or recently discontinued) and it can be found but, since it’s not a normal US market engine, it can be hard to locate here. - I’m not sure what part of the world you are in but, other countries may be able to find it a bit easier One of the hardest things to get was a replacement piston and sleeve set. - I try and get spare parts for every engine I have in the collection. I had to wait over a year for the distributor to get their hands on a set from the manufacture 😅 Thanks for watchn’ and taking the time to say Hi 🩷

@@Robrismo-rc I appreciate that Rob. I’m glad you liked the vid 💯 - It would be fun to know who else has this engine and what they are running it in Your collection just keeps growing and is become pretty epic! Thank you for continuing to share it with us I’m happy to know that you and so many are enjoying the vids 🩷

@@allaspectsrc4178 Thanks AllAspects. I’m glad I could help out a bit - I appreciate you sharing your adventures with us as well. I’m looking forward to what you have coming up 💯 As always, Thanks for watchn’ 🩷

@@n00b247 Thank You Thank You. I appreciate that 🩷 -Are you working on any new projects? Would love to hear about them

@@a2rc me? projects? no. I maintain a small vintage 1/18 collection with a single 1/18 nitro brand-new kit (yes 1/18 nitro touring car with 0.8cc engine) that I'm saving for the nitro museum.

@@n00b247 😮 That sounds Awesome‼️ Wish I could see them all 🩷

@@BoostedRC Thanks for watchn’ BoostedRC 💯 The HO is a great update to the G/T3.0. - This 18R takes the “idea” of the HO and turns it into a formal Club Racer imo. We would need to see how she performs but, I bet theres even some opportunities to adjust timing and perform some Sleeve mods on it. They may help take it up a notch as well. Thanks for taking the time to write 🩷

@@JoesGarage831 I appreciate that Joe 💯 - She is a good looking Engine for sure I appreciate you watchn’ and taking the time to say Hi 🩷

@@a2rc anytime ,my Rc Brother!

@@kings-racing Thanks Kings‼️ That means a lot coming from you. - You give a lot of fun and interesting videos to us as well 💯 I’m glad you enjoyed the vid and I’m happy to share it with everyone 🩷

@@tedspurgeon6658 Thanks Ted‼️ I’m glad you liked this vid 💯

I'm glad you enjoyed the vid Andrew and I very much apprecite you watchn' 💜 - Do you happen to have a R40 or did you run one when they first came out?

@@a2rc Looking for one. Found a body but no car as of yet. Did score a nice SuperRS4 roller that should be here next week.

@@AndrewSury That’s awesome! I’m glad to know another vintage nitro touring car enthusiast - Is the Super in good shape or will you need to fully rebuild it?

@@a2rc looks great in pics. No servos or engine but everything else looks there with a sweet red Diablo body. I have around a dozens engines that will fit here.

@@AndrewSury Sounds good! Looking forward to hearing about when it comes in

No problem and I'm glad you liked it.💜 - Just trying to share the Adventure with everyone and I hope it was a fun way to do it?

@@auntdotte That’s awesome you still have yours and getting it back out to run 💯 What engine do you have in it? Would love to hear about it I appreciate you watchn’ and taking the time to write 🩷

@@a2rc I do believe it's a Nova Mt 12 made in Italy

@@auntdotte That’s a nice engine 💯

@@RuggedRc I hope it was a fun way to share it with everyone 😋 - Thanks for watchn’ and taking the time to say Hi 🩷

@@michaelgraham2943 Thanks Michael 💯 Just trying to get a little more out of her and share with everyone in a fun way 🩷

@@n00b247 I agree, everything has a “Risk”. In this case/My case, I would rather enjoy her on the road than let her sit. - This is a car that is meant/designed to be driven and to be honest is a lot of fun. I also agree, when you get to 55+, you are going pretty quick. A number of things are needed/needing to be done to stay safe. Now, after all this, she will get cleaned up and sat for some time while we get to explore other Touring Cars in the collection. So, that will help preserve her in a way Thanks again for the Support and I’m glad you liked the vid 🩷

@@kings-racing Yeah! Not a ton of extra speed but, it is something 💯 - I know you know all about testing stuff out to see how things go. It’s all apart of the process and should be apart of the fun I glad you liked the vid. Trying to mix in shorter and longer normal vids as we go along. Thanks for the ongoing support Kings 🩷

@@kings-racing I very much appreciate that Kings 💯 I love my touring cars and the R40 doesn’t disappoint. - For the most part, our Fall season has started so, I hope we will have a little better weather. I don’t know about you but, it has been very hot here lately As always, thank you for taking the time to say Hi and for watchn’🩷

@@e46s54 Thanks for watchn’ and taking the time to say Hi 🩷 I’m glad you like the vid I have tried the front one way thing. It’s is not recommended for normal street, low grip situations. - You end up losing control easily on deceleration. Plus when your going in a straight line, your open diff tends to keep the torque going in the right direction Are you a big touring car fan? Would love to hear about any projects you’re work on 💯

This would be the same set up as Proceed, which I also have. Search tamiyaclub, then in the search box type: HPI R40 - Stock, Mod and Hara

@@AllInRc1971 I’m glad you enjoyed the vid 💯 R40s are worth the effort for sure. It’s great that you were able to pick one up. - How much work did/does yours need? Thanks for watchn’🩷

@@BoostedRC Hey BoostedRC 💯 I still prefer to run NiMH so, I’m using a 5cell aaa micro hump pack. They work perfect for the R40 and other build. Generally, they are lighter than most Lipos in their size range. There is a custom pack maker in the UK that I normally order them from - This R40 is a Hara edition so the install location is in a little different location than stock. What type of small packs do you currently use? - I appreciate you taking the time to write and for watchn’🩷

I picked up an r40 recently. Had an old marathon 1600 in it but shaped a little differently. 5cell.

@@BoostedRC Do you have the original lower chassis where the battery goes in the middle (from underneath)?

@@a2rcyes exactly

Hi and thank you for watching. The black box is the GNSS/GPS (Speed reading device). It allows you to monitor the speed, acceleration and more of the car. I hope that helps a bit. Do you run touring cars as well? I appreciate you taking the time to Hi 💜 Hola y gracias por mirar. El cuadro negro es el GNSS/GPS (dispositivo de lectura de velocidad). Te permite monitorear la velocidad, aceleración y más del auto. Espero que eso ayude un poco. ¿Conduces también turismos? Aprecio que te hayas tomado el tiempo para saludar. 💜

@@a2rc hola. Muchas gracias por tomarse el tiempo de responder a mi mensaje. No estoy corriendo. Si estoy armando un hpi RS4 /2. Ando buscando información por ser un modelo antiguo. Lo que más cuesta encontrar son los disco de la caja de velocidad y campana que sean de la medida justa. Saludos desde 🇨🇱 chile.

@@LatuzAndrés No problem. I am always happy to talk with other RS4 lovers. Yes, parts can be harder to find at times and it does depend on where you are in the world. Availability is not the same everywhere. Check out ebay for parts listings. Try and get an instruction manual if you don't already have one. Ningún problema. Siempre estoy feliz de hablar con otros amantes del RS4. Sí, a veces las piezas pueden ser más difíciles de encontrar y depende del lugar del mundo en el que te encuentres. La disponibilidad no es la misma en todas partes. Consulte eBay para ver listados de piezas. Intente obtener un manual de instrucciones si aún no tiene uno.

@@AllInRc1971 Feels that way/Hope that’s the case. The more we all do, hopefully the market sees it and responds with new platforms, engines, etc. - The magazine market needs to respond as well. RC Car Action needs to promote like they did in the early 2000’s I appreciate you taking the time to comment and for watchn’ AllInRc 🩷

@@a2rc Dimitri at Nitro Gang has been killing lately. My addiction started with an after buy for $50. And RS4 roller with a motor. Three months later 11 RS4s and two TC3s.

@@AllInRc1971 That’s amazing‼️ It’s to fall in love with these touring cars (as you have found out) - Are you working in a project car right now? Would love I hear about it

@@a2rc It's quickly turning into a circle.. I buy a parts car on eBay to fix another project, then that one gets in line for resto. It started with the after buy with the buy being two Senton 6s cars. Took an hour trip last weekend for an RS4 2 and came back with 6 parts cars

@@AllInRc1971 Well, that sounds like a great day lol. Keep up the great work‼️

@@tedspurgeon6658 I very much understand the being too busy lately lol. No matter what, I appreciate you watchn’ Ted - Yeah 60Mph isn’t too bad. I’m working on getting it back out for round 2. Making a few changes. Time will tell… What’s been one of the best customer cars/trucks that you worked on lately ⁉️

@@a2rc traxxas t-max in the nitro. Electric rock crawler they seen to be the big thing now my brother does the all the work on them. I nitro only lol

@@tedspurgeon6658 Well, I’m glad I only chat with you lol. Just kidding, your brother must be really big into the hobby too. Its awesome we have so many people that love the hobby

@a2rc guess what ment to say I fix t-maxs the most at the shop lol it not the coolest rc I have worked on lately. I'm working on a losi lst-2 for a guy. it pretty sweet. Wish I could share pictures with u!

@@Thatbodytech It’s sad to hear that others have been seeing the same issues from the factory. I’m glad you figured out your issue and was able to fix it though 💯 - Like everything, we just need to have a little patience and we can keep these engines running healthy for a long time. What car truck do you have the HO installed on? I really appreciate you taking the time to write and for watchn’ 🩷

@@a2rcsubed and liked most videos already got to keep nitro strong in the world. It was in my rs4-3.

@@Thatbodytech That’s a nice big engine for the RS4 3! Nice work - I appreciate the support and agree, The Nitro portion of the hobby is so much fun. We all have to work together to keep it going 🩷

@@TastyBRC It’s a screamn’ little .12 (2.11cc) engine for sure. - I’m going to make a few changes and see if we can’t squeeze out a couple more MPH. Time will tell … - Anything around 50mph and faster, is going pretty darn fast. I bet your Picco sounds great! I appreciate you always watchn’ and taking the time with say Hi 🩷

@@lyubennyagulov9012 I have ran the engine with 20 and 25% but not 16% so I’m not sure about that - I would have to measure the shim stack again to tell you for sure but, I think I’m running .3mm. Depending on shimming, the nitro % does affect power to a degree but, there is a working range. Shim stack-up with Nitro % changes could be a future vid topic 💯 - I’m glad you enjoyed the vid and thank you for taking the time to write 🩷

@@richardbrown6762 Hey Richard. Thanks for Watchn’ 🩷 Rubber tires maybe an ok option for the parking lot (Depending) but, for the longer runs, foams are definitely the way to go. - Having shore, width options and turning the foams to the diameter I want, is pretty important. In saying that, these were pre-use foams and had a little smaller dia. I bet I could have gotten another mph or so out of the car with a fresh pair. Well maybe next time 😋 Everyone has their experiences and preferences for sure. I have learn over the many years that for my suspension set-ups and majority of places I run, foams are king (I have tried a lot of different things over the years). Rubber may work better where you run 🤷🏻‍♂️ so, I’m defiantly not discounting your exp Thanks for taking the time to write and have a great day 💯

@@TheNitroAddiction She got the Getty Up and Go 😂. It’s pretty amazing the amount of power a .12 can have - I’m glad you enjoyed it and I appreciate you letting me know 🩷 Thanks for watchn’ Addiction

@@a2rc yes sir thanks for the great footage 👍

@@Robrismo-rc I appreciate you Rob and I’m glad you liked the Speed run Vid 🩷 - It was a fun day for sure 💯 I can’t wait to see some more of your Touring collection on the road ‼️

@@n00b247 LoL 100% 😆 - I appreciate you taking the time to say Hi, for watchn’ and the continued support 🩷

@@tegamckinney Hey Tega‼️ I really glad you enjoyed the vid and I always appreciate the support 🩷 Some different/custom drivetrain components would be needed for sure. - The R40 is a solid platform to build a formal speed run car but it is also heavy. There is always going to be trade offs to which chassis you choose. In additional what engine you choose. .12s can have a lot of RPM but, at times do not have enough displacement to power through to higher speeds. Counter to that, larger displacement engines may have the torque but may not get the rpm you need to be really fast. It’s all a balancing act between gearing, rolling resistance, power, aero, etc - On of my many personal goals for my speed formal speed run car is to only use a small block. Anything over 3.0/.18 is a not consider a small block. Somewhere in the future, I’ll discuss my formal speed run car and what I have been able to do/not do. - It takes a lot of work to get over 65+ on a 1/10 touring car with a small block. My personal speed goal would be to get to 100+ but a lot goes into it (one step at a time). Simply finding a location to support the speed is one thing lol let alone build the car to support it. The whole process is a fun challenge to work toward

@@allaspectsrc4178 Thanks AllAspects 💯 I’m glad you enjoyed the vid An on road speed challenge would be interesting but, would need some formal rules to be made. - Speeds over 65+mph mark with a small block and 1/10 touring car is challenging but, also fun to try. Each additional 10mph is a big accomplished. I have a lot of personal rules/challenges for myself to adhere to. I’m still working toward them and enjoying the process. I’ll chat about all of that at some point in the future. I’m looking forward to seeing some more vids on your Integra touring cars ‼️ - I appreciate you watchn’🩷

@@AllInRc1971 That’s awesome you have fallen in love with the RS4s. That is an easy thing to do lol - I agree, parts can harder to get at time but, well worth it. Grab them when you can. I appreciate you taking the time to write and for watchn’ 🩷

@@voneboy I glad you enjoyed it and thanks for the comments on the body 💯 I’ll have to look into the “HOTT” system you’re talking about. - A number of my cars and trucks need to be updated with newer radio systems but, some already have been. It just takes time as you know. Lots of different projects going on. All of them fun - I really appreciate you taking the time to say Hi and as always, I appreciate you watchn’🩷

@@a2rc Yeah,the body really brought me some very nice memories,wish I could show you a picture of mine rr evo with the body ,I’m sure that you would also like it like I did👍 If you need further informations about the HOTT system,just let me know,I’m always happy to help out nice people who are so passionately on nitros like I am bro👍

@@Nitro_rc_life I hope you enjoy it and Thank you for Watchn’ 🩷

@@CrazyDadNitro-2.0 I glad I can help in a small way. It’s always nice to know folks are enjoying the vids 🩷

@@michaelgraham2943 😮 Ohhh can’t wait to see her up and running Michael 💯. You keeping the stock engine or what’s the plans for it? - I appreciate you taking the time to write and for watchn’🩷

@@a2rc it's the 3.3 model but I'm going to put a 2.5 in it. I'd rather have good handling instead of max speed . Your R40 looks like it handles surprisingly well 👍 for a 1/10 scale.

@@michaelgraham2943 Yep, I love the 1/10 Touring class for cars. This R40 only has a 2.11cc Engine (The 12TZ would be considered the top of the line “club race” engine - right before the formal race “OS Speed” line) - I total get you putting the 2.5 in the 4Tec. I know it’s not the exact same engine but, I personably think the OS 15CV-R has a great balance of power for the a 1/10 chassis. Yes, we can have and I do have other RS4s with bigger displacement engines but, some seem to have more power than needed (if that makes sense). No matter what engine you have, they are always fun and easy to fall in love with 🩷