I bought another HYPER 7! | Another eBay Bargain 😀

[@TheRCBiker]

A MASSIVE Thank you to the kind people who bought me a Table, the Tool kit, the LiPo bag, and the rubber switch cover from my Amazon Wish list. Your generosity is MASSIVELY appreciated. Thank you. Morning everyone! Just couldn't resist this one! I promise... Bashing videos will be coming soon of all these cars I keep teasing you all with. Next week I've got a 1/5 Arriving... Plus the new FTX Torro!

[@jamarhanson1912]

@thercbiker can you please do a tuning video for the hyper 7 as I have messed up my tune and need to start over

[@mariolooney70]

Omg that’s so generous of people 😎

[@TheRCBiker]

it sure is! : )

[@TheRCBiker]

Hi Jamar, I think I've already done one... My last tuning video a few years ago used my Hyper 7

[@jamarhanson1912]

TheRCBiker does that video show me how to return it back to base tuning ?

[@eddyrejserbil4229]

your videos are worth every minute, great content and very detailed looking forward to that 1/5th scale !

[@TheRCBiker]

Thank you, means a lot :)

[@tonycruz7596]

Oh wow guys! You are such a big help! JL .28 ofna motor the sleeve was stuck I did all the tips and tricks I watched all kinds of videos on KZbin and still could not get the sleeve out of the motor I've cut so many zip ties it's not even funny. But I did what you told me to do removed all the components from the motor turn my oven to 250 degrees set a timer for 30 and I tried it with the zip ties again and it came out and I wanted to save the sleeve. Thank you so much!!!!

[@TheRCBiker]

Awesome! Good job :)

[@tonycruz7596]

Thank you so much!!!

[@thetoddperspective]

I've been racing the hyper 7 series for years, no plans on changing. They're tanks, I know them like the back of my hand, I've got all the spares I need, and they suit my driving. I have settled on pillow balls in front and hubs in rear. I have learned how to remove all slop from the steering rack, makes it feel glued to the dirt. I have a tq, a pbs and a pcr. Although at this point they are all conglomerates. With race grade engines and servos they keep up with modern race buggies. I've been watching videos on your other channel for years, good to see you're still at it. I've never dug those Mac 28's, had to ditch the stock carbs to get them running right. Also, that's actually a pbs body, those are hard to find. It fits all the versions except the tq.

[@TheRCBiker]

Awesome, it's a great hobby :)

[@jordanscott8573]

I got the new hyper 7 my first nitro and it’s difficult to prime so I’ve decreased the length of the fuel pipe which it looks like the previous owner has done with that car too. Great video 👍

[@TheRCBiker]

Awesome! my other Hyper is on a drill start so I haven't noticed an issue with priming but shortening the tube will definitely make it easier :)

[@jordanscott8573]

TheRCBiker it’s my first rc car and it’s a nitro so I’m learning as I go I also changed the fuel tube to clear so I can see where the fuel is in the pipe. I’m loving your videos it’s helping me a lot especially as I’m a complete beginner!

[@TheRCBiker]

@@jordanscott8573 you're welcome

[@Imperial_Wing]

Looks good mate, a very solid buggy

[@TheRCBiker]

The Hyper 7 is my favourite RC in the buggy category I think!

[@pcrashford5367]

When you put the new 2.4 radio and receiver on dont you need a pair of crystals? Im new to this

[@TheRCBiker]

Hi there, No with 2.4ghz you don't have crystals :)

[@angelodamaro7985]

Great video Looking forward to the start up vid

[@TheRCBiker]

Coming soon!

[@tonycruz7596]

I need some help. I can't get the sleeve out from the motor, I've heated it up and still not coming out and tried the zip tie trick. What should I do to get it out?

[@TheRCBiker]

Hi Tony, Seems you've tried lots already. Are you planning to replace the sleeve? Use lots of WD40, make sure you're heating it up to at least 100 degrees C with a heat gun, the Zip Tie trick usually works really well. If you can't get anywhere with the heatgun, remove the carburettor and all the other components and put the engine in the oven (i'm not joking!) at 250 for 30 mins. Then try again with the zip tie trick. Something I did on an old Team infinity engine ages ago, it worked!

[@danisantos3255]

Hi jt12, 3:02 is that how the gears should sound? I always adjust the engine to get the gears as close as possible without “dragging” like it sounds there. But maybe I’m doing it wrong, I have no idea hahahaha

[@TheRCBiker]

Hi Dani, how you're adjusting them sounds fine! The gears on this are adjusted OK, they might've just been a bit "dry" for not being used for years, bit of GT85 sorts them out :)

[@jamesthomas6369]

Ah, it has been you bearing me to the Hyper 7 on Ebay

[@TheRCBiker]

If you go on my facebook page, there is somebody who is trying to sell a Hyper 7 on there at the moment. I can send a picture on the facebook page if you join :)

[@daveshank1921]

Had a Hyper 7 TQ Sport. Was an awsome kit. Ripped with an XTM .247 in it. Still have the car sadly no engine or engine mounts to put in it.

[@TheRCBiker]

You should get it going again :D

[@darylrogers6094]

I wish I would of seen your videos before playing about with my hyper 7 now having nothing but issues 😂

[@TheRCBiker]

You'll get it sorted i'm sure What issues are you having?

[@markscotchford4159]

Hi Josh, great channel. I've returned to the hobby after many years absence and I don't know whether to buy a new 1/8 Hobao VS or VSE, or an ebay Hyper 7 as a project. I have a Thunder Tiger EB4 which still works after 17 years of being stored. So I'm torn between just keeping that going (discontinued and possible parts problem) or trying something new and getting a Hobao. You seem to be very lucky with ebay. Current Hyper 7's are around the £120 mark so advice or thoughts would be welcome. Thanks again for a great channel. You have been doing this for years and your knowledge and experience shows in every video.

[@TheRCBiker]

thanks for the kind comments Mark :) You can get some good stuff on eBay but it's always a bit of a gamble as some people treat Nitro engines poorly and you could end up buying something that's a lot of hassle. The new Hyper 7's are great, if you can I'd say go for a new one! VS or VSE purely depends on your nitro/electric choice, being a nitro fan I'd always say Nitro :D

[@markscotchford4159]

@@TheRCBiker Thanks Josh. You'll be pleased to know I've gone for Nitro :-) A second hand hyper 7 so wish me luck. Hobao seems to have quite a few models. I need to do research on what are all the differences. For example I don't know differences between the VS and Hyper 7. Interesting in a review quite a few years ago you said you'd prefer the equivalent HPI to the Hyper 7. (Mainly because the HPI was waterproof). I wonder what you'd say now. :-)

[@itzforce544]

Hi I’ve got a FTx carnage nt and I’ve tuned the high speed needle and it runs out of fuel in just 10 mins how do I get it to last longer thanks

[@TheRCBiker]

Hi Josh, 10 minutes is about right!

[@rcaddictgarage]

I have one i converted to electric that i got super cheap. Also recently picked up another roller this one with a working nitro engine. Got for a steal too.

[@TheRCBiker]

Awesome! Have fun :)

[@chick262]

Can you get these new ,or would you recommend something better in 2020 getting a nitro this year first one

[@TheRCBiker]

You can get the Hyper 7 new yes, on Modelsport uk :)

[@spambunny123]

Been offered one of these for £130 with everything besides fuel I think its older as it has the small pull start handle. Owner says it has a new ish force 28 engine. What do you think mate?

[@TheRCBiker]

Sounds good but difficult to say without seeing it! Check some pictures and make sure everything is there The engine is the main concern with second hand nitros as you don't know how they've been treated But if it runs good then £130 is a good price :)

[@bartoszabratanski3425]

Great video and great car 👍🏻 keep them coming !!!

[@TheRCBiker]

Loads to come, thanks for dropping by :)

[@grahamsmith2022]

Due to losing the place I ran my H.P.I. Pulse my nitro fuel has gone beyond its "use by" date,ran it in the garden the other day,the revs were all over the place!,I'll get some more juice and then retune it if necessary.

[@TheRCBiker]

Yeah I've had mixed results with old fuel. I've got about a litre of Optifuel that I bought about 3 years ago which the engines seem to be running OK on. Think it depends where it's stored, etc

[@congresstart5616]

I have that exact controller and it's a bag of arse it's really HRd to undo it to get biters back out I use a screwdriver and the steering and throttle trim is a joke it's beeps not actual stick

[@TheRCBiker]

ah damn, sounds like I haven't made a good decision there then! I'll see how I go with it

[@NitroMike]

I would get rid of the AA battery tray. A 6V hump pack is like 10 bucks and you know what happens when the battery tray mallfunctions 😉

[@TheRCBiker]

I sure do! Yeah, got some new hump packs arriving this week : )

[@ilikechickenpies01]

Be interested on your thoughts of the ftx torro. I bought one recently and I'm very impressed with it!

[@TheRCBiker]

Arriving Tuesday I think James :) Videos soon after

[@ilikechickenpies01]

I will look forward to it. Love the videos at the min and the re birth of the channel. I used to watch back in the day as my first car was an acme condor which I still have now. I am very interested in the vrx too from your last video. Are the spares easy to get hold of?

[@TheRCBiker]

​@@ilikechickenpies01 Nitrotek have a good stock of spares, or you'll have no issue ordering parts from china if you don't mind the wait times . I also think the truggy is the same as the "ACME Mighty" truggy which Nitrotek have a very good parts stock for , so yes parts are available - just not quite as readily available as your HPI's/Hobaos etc

[@jamesthomas6369]

Difficult to get Team Infinity engine spares now though

[@ilikechickenpies01]

@@jamesthomas6369 I don't use nitrotek much as like you sayy I find they don't have much stock sometimes but sri remote toys are very good. Stock most spares and ship really quick

[@huskedworkz1766]

Where do you buy these used rc cars?

[@TheRCBiker]

eBay :)

[@huskedworkz1766]

Thanks

[@ForzaAtlantaraK15]

keep up the GREAT WORK my dear friend!!

[@TheRCBiker]

Thank you :)

[@BcHmF]

Since you do got some cars now, would you not like to have all of them on the same transmitter?

[@TheRCBiker]

I would Karsten, but to do that it would be pretty expensive to now upgrade to a transmitter with model memory. most of my other cars are all using the same transmitter, I use the FS-GT2 and just have numerous receivers bound to it :)

[@BcHmF]

@@TheRCBiker Yeah true story, the initial switch is expensive and the GT2 will do the job well enough. :)

[@fencer39]

You ever been to Exeter ?

[@TheRCBiker]

Yes a few times, why ? :) A few years ago I went on a tour of some underground passages, I think that was in exeter.

[@fencer39]

@@TheRCBiker I rekon I saw a guy who looked very much like you in a dept store there and thought thats the guy from youtube. the guy i saw was 6'2 -6'4 ish. Done the very same tour !!

[@fredusher4084]

Love your vidios now for me to get a nitro looking forward

[@TheRCBiker]

Have fun!

[@bradleypendleton202]

Cool new car dude, I love my hyper 7

[@bradleypendleton202]

I have a hpi trophy buggy for sale on eBay if you’re interested? www.ebay.co.uk/itm/184305324291

[@TheRCBiker]

Can't go wrong with a Hyper

[@bradleypendleton202]

@@TheRCBiker yep, never go wrong with a hyper, they're so good

[@shaanali6866]

NICE ✌️

[@TheRCBiker]

Thank you Shaan :)

[@agrs1974]

Been a subscriber of yours for years. You've certainly grown up. Was it JT Thornley or something that your other channel was?

[@TheRCBiker]

yes it started off as jthornley12, then RC-Madness.net, then JT12's RC videos, and now here we are with TheRCBiker :)

[@TheWoodPieces]

I’ve got one that’s 17 years old and converted it to brushless

[@TheRCBiker]

Awesome!

[@adamlitho6448]

love hyper 7's. nice new buggy

[@TheRCBiker]

me too!

[@adamlitho6448]

@@TheRCBiker should get a kyosho for cheap but there hard to come by

[@TheRCBiker]

@@adamlitho6448 Which Kyosho are you thinking?

[@adamlitho6448]

@@TheRCBiker idk something like mp777 or something like that

[@TheRCBiker]

@@adamlitho6448 I'll keep my eyes peeled on ebay !

[@jerwinwagan8972]

Nice one. How do you find that kind of good deal on ebay?

[@TheRCBiker]

The ones that I've got recently have all been on buy it now with offers listings, I think this was up for £180 so I made an offer of £100 initially, ended up negotiating to £130 :) I find that you get better deals on those rather than auctions. Auctions tend to go far too high price sometimes. Saw an ACME Condor go for £150 yesterday, you can get one new cheaper than that!

[@jerwinwagan8972]

@@TheRCBiker Thank you! 👍👍👍

[@dailyriddenhorses7665]

Only I know what's the 5 scale nice video

[@TheRCBiker]

:)

[@Martybrown-kc4xg]

Yes another hyper !

[@TheRCBiker]

My Favourite! :D

[@markwatson9413]

Used to watch your videos when you went by Jthornley12. Helped me alot when i was into nitro... now have baja 5b. Petrol is way better than nitro in my opinion

[@TheRCBiker]

Thank you Mark :)

[@markwatson9413]

I used to search Jthornley12 video's... thought you had given up 🙈 didn't know you had changed name

[@markwatson9413]

You should get a baja 5b from Rcmodelz.co.uk mines just the rovan 29cc clone but its awesome and only £375 NEW

[@TheRCBiker]

@@markwatson9413 Hi Mark, Just seen this comment. I assume you've seen my latest Baja videos? :)

[@markwatson9413]

It's like you read my mind haha. Awesome for the price ain't they 😁

[@congresstart5616]

I bought a t maxx of eBay paid 130 and engine has no compression ez start is botched wsated my money

[@TheRCBiker]

ah that's a shame . yeah you've got to be careful what you get on ebay, I bought a Firestorm off there last week (videos coming soon), engine isn't great on that either

[@themartian1148]

i cant get my car to move when its rich or learn it just bogs then quits

[@TheRCBiker]

Return it to factory default settings and then go from there. Glow plug can also sometimes be the culprit

[@adamspitfire]

Hmmm yes. I have 7.5 hyper 7s one is half a donor car. I think I got a better deal I got: 1 car with 2.4ghz radio rotor backplate drill starter 3 bodies all brand new and all the pieces to build another car except the fuel tank all for 200 pounds. It had even 2 engines with the second having a rotor backplate. Within a week I already crashed it and broke the knuckles

[@TheRCBiker]

Sounds good! :)

[@kamikazekaos]

Anyone here finding it hard to find places to bash your nitro these days

[@TheRCBiker]

It's becoming a bit more difficult yes, although my favourite bashing spot remains!

[@kamikazekaos]

@@TheRCBiker yes we live in a world where every inch of ground is either privately farmed , privately owned built on etc , and people are everywhere , it worse if you have a drone

[@TheRCBiker]

​@@kamikazekaos Sad isn't it :(

[@mariolooney70]

You can’t beat a hyper 7/...

[@TheRCBiker]

You're not wrong there!

[@renewhite5878]

Hi Josh how are u mate u on Facebook my freind

[@TheRCBiker]

Yes, you can like the facebook page, the link is in the video description :)