Test and Tune of the Revoslot Datsun 510

[@DNASlotCars]

Great video, Marty! This is what the hobby is all about! Love the Revos!

[@twolinesslotcars]

Thanks DNA!

[@SlotCarNewsOfficial]

Love the video, I need to take more time doing some tuning with my Revo's. But then again, I don't do any real racing....

[@twolinesslotcars]

Thanks Dave! You are always welcome to race with us some time!

[@Dafingers1]

Thanks for taking your time to show this, Marty. These 510's are getting more attention than the Shadow.

[@twolinesslotcars]

Crazy how excited the market is for these little cars. Such a fun drive.

[@chrisfreter3629]

Saturday Morning Two Lines Coffee Time - And then there were three...I loved both BRE 510's so much had to try one of the Fords. I am having so much fun running the Revo's. I think in part is because they are so different they anything else I own or have have run. Yes, as you and DaFingers commented, the gear mesh on all three cars needed to be fine tuned and it took several attempts to be happy with the mesh setting. Thank you Marty, this is one of your BEST tuning videos to date! Thank you! - P.S. - LOL, I love Fin in the background part way through.

[@chrisfreter3629]

I did have to shim both 510's bodies for tire rub with my sets of Quick Slicks. I also needed front shim for the no.35 to keep the air dam from rubbing on the track. They have been so much fun to run!

[@twolinesslotcars]

Finn is a great track dog!! 😂 he is right beside me enjoying some coffee… well I am enjoying coffee.. he is enjoying the pets. Thanks Chris! I have one of the alignment tools for you, the next time you stop by.

[@SlotCarMisfitsofallscales]

Wow just learned allot

[@chrisfreter3629]

@@twolinesslotcars Wow, thank you very much! Hopefully soon ~

[@PeterLufrano]

Marty, I haven’t been able to find the alignment tool on Alan’s site. Do you have a link by chance?😊

[@SimonAlgra]

Great video review of the Datsun 510 Marty good job you cover all the important aspects of tuning and running laps thanks thumbs up!!!

[@twolinesslotcars]

Thanks Simon!

[@scottklein2734]

Marty, great video. Nice to see the proper way to set up a new car. Now I know why mine are so slow.

[@twolinesslotcars]

There are more things you can do.. this is just the basics.. but usually have a pretty good running car when you are done. If you start heading to the club.. you may have to tweak a bit more..

[@SlotCarMisfitsofallscales]

Awesome tutorial! Great for new guys like me and others !

[@twolinesslotcars]

If you have any questions.. let me know! Thanks!

[@slotr]

The people who get upset about having to set the gear mesh are the people who usually buy cars where you can't adjust it 😉

[@twolinesslotcars]

Pretty easy for a car in transit from China, to distributor, to your track to go through some bumps and vibrations. Tuning is a fun part of the hobby.

[@lotus2430]

Another top video Marty,i enjoy your broadcasts alot thank you.I also totally agree with you regarding enjoyment of racing as opposed to just seeking all out speed.I enjoy racing,but standing at my track just balls out for the love of the car and the hobby,beats all else.

[@twolinesslotcars]

It is a true hobby when you love doing it!! Thanks!

[@lotus2430]

@@twolinesslotcars Absolutely.

[@Nodramaslots]

I really learned a lot watching this video. Thanks.

[@twolinesslotcars]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks! There are more things you can do.. but this should get a car moving pretty good.

[@66Slotter]

G'day Marty, I've had a scaly which on the first lap or two had the nylon pinion gear shed all its teeth was an easy fix but just goes to show all brands have bad days, great post Marty as always...

[@twolinesslotcars]

Thanks! A lot can happen to a car through vibrations on a trip from China…

[@slotjournal]

I’m still mystified at the popularity of these cars 😂 but you’ve done a great service for those who have bought them and are running them. Nice work, Marty! 👍

[@twolinesslotcars]

You and me both! They are so much fun to drive, it is understandable.

[@kevinwooldridge8261]

​​@@twolinesslotcarshey Marty 🤠 greetings from Colorado. Maybe I can clarify somewhat about the 510(take it with a grain of salt since my brother raced and built several). Thousands of these were raced in the SCCA in the '70's. They were known as the "poor man's bimmer"and,(wait for it) his drove like a slot car 😅✌️

[@slotcardude68]

Nice "how to" video tutorial!!! Thanks Marty!!

[@twolinesslotcars]

Thanks Nico!

[@SpareRoomSlotCars]

Great video, thanks for sharing. I will have to revisit this once my Datsuns come in

[@twolinesslotcars]

They are a ton of fun Gene!

[@ted.slotcardaddy]

cool stuff Marty, It's crazy the 510 needs so much tuning.

[@twolinesslotcars]

Ted, you don’t have to do all of those things for a car that runs good, but a few extra things and you can take it from good to great!

[@ted.slotcardaddy]

that's cool Marty, did the tire rub issue within the community get resolved on the 510? it sure is an mazing looking car for sure, I hope Scalextric comes out with one

[@TRXperienced]

Hi Marty! Thanks for the great video! What is the part # for the rear axle alignment tool? Thank you in advance!!!

[@twolinesslotcars]

They might be sold out.. I can’t find them on the website anymore.. www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B082ZP2NLY?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_image

[@Frankietomatoes6189]

Love these cars, just picked one up. Hey what do you use on the gears? Graphite? Is that liquid/powder? Thanks Marty great tutorial

[@twolinesslotcars]

So I use a concoction of Grease and Graphite... Mr. Albright shared the idea with me.. i like it. works great.. if you have to run in the gears and they are rough.. I use some polish..toothpaste, wheel polish, rubbing compound or lapping compound.

[@Frankietomatoes6189]

@@twolinesslotcars right on Marty

[@rhysthomas209]

G'day Marty great review especially with the tune up thank you

[@twolinesslotcars]

Thanks Rhys! Hope you are well!

[@rhysthomas209]

G'day Marty, 6 weeks ago I smashed my right arm compound fracture broken n 3 place's, my arm is full of metal

[@twolinesslotcars]

@@rhysthomas209 oh no! I am so sorry Rhys! I hope you heal fast.

[@chrispatzkowsky7165]

nice how to video Marty. Thanks.

[@twolinesslotcars]

Thanks Chris!

[@Dafingers1]

This should be good. Surprised by how the gear mesh was on that. Yah your are able to rectify that, but should not be that far off . Granted it happens.. but.

[@JeffD63]

Dafingers never sleeps!

[@Dafingers1]

​@@JeffD63 hiya my friend, looks like you are right here with me😅,

[@chrisfreter3629]

Me too, up early getting ready for work...yay retail and pups needing to go out.

[@twolinesslotcars]

I think that what happens is a lot of vibrations in shipping…

[@jimstaigers8200]

Another nice video!! Thanks for the information 🤜

[@twolinesslotcars]

Thanks Jim!

[@clinttalbot9093]

Marty- Great video as always! Question- Having trouble finding the correct size for the motor mounting screws on the bottom of the chassis? What size tool did you use to tighten with? - thanks!

[@twolinesslotcars]

I think it is a t6

[@twolinesslotcars]

Thanks Clint!!

[@clinttalbot9093]

Ok thanks !

[@jeanbellemare1903]

I wish I could find the Datsun twin pack somewhere in North America (I'm in Canada). They all seem to be sold out EVERYWHERE !!!

[@twolinesslotcars]

Yes, they were popular. There is a second batch coming.. you can preorder at 132slotcar.com

[@Thomas-nw2xx]

Like Revoslot bought my first white kit which was the Datsun, really struggling to put it together no instructions at all w I’ll never buy another white kit 😢

[@twolinesslotcars]

Thomas.. did my tuning video help at all? From an assembly stand point? I think there is an assumption with most white kits that the buyer has built slot cars before. If I can help, let me know.

[@scottwyman5014]

7.36 you've missed a very important thing that must be done. Your Alignment Tool must be square to the Centre line of the Car. Find the Centre Line of the Chassis and scribe a Dot at each end of the chassis. Scribe a Centre Line on your Set Up Plate and position the new chassis marks with that. Insert the Alignment tool and square it up. You don't want the Axle 'crabbing'. Once you do that along with the other things you do tell us just how much faster you went........ Scotty

[@twolinesslotcars]

Thanks for the tip! Will give it a try and report back here!

[@DustyFord]

Looks like I have some tuning to do!

[@twolinesslotcars]

Let's go!! LOL

[@LuisGarcia-rh3qo]

What about the magnet? Thanks.

[@twolinesslotcars]

Luis, I do not run magnets, but If i did.. I would place it directly in front of the motor.

[@tombackes9557]

Good morning Marty, Have you solved your ghost lap issue with your angle winders?

[@twolinesslotcars]

Tom, I changed sensors and have introduced new problems 😂 but ghost laps have been controlled for the most part in one app, still trouble shooting in another app. I have a list of things to try.. more to come.

[@tombackes9557]

@@twolinesslotcars Marty I am sure you will figure it out.

[@JohnHarris-mc1gu]

What bearing oil brand do you use

[@twolinesslotcars]

I use the Slot Car Corner oil. I know guys who use 3 in 1 silicone too.

[@slotvalleyracing]

Very nice Marty. This has been a great look at Revo maintenance and prep for the track. Im' really liking the quality that Revo produces. I have 2 Revo Toyota's on the way! Red and white and yellow and green!

[@twolinesslotcars]

Dan, that yellow and green Toyota is on my list.. great choices!

[@slotvalleyracing]

Thanks Brother!@@twolinesslotcars

[@BigDaddyCaveman1]

If someone doesn't have enough skill to adjust that very simple gear mesh........They should not be allowed to buy a Datsun.😂

[@twolinesslotcars]

It’s not complicated. 👍🔧

[@SlotCar2021]

Completely unacceptable, I haven't set mine up yet. I am honestly thinking about returning it. A car should run out the box. Otherwise save money and get the white kit.

[@twolinesslotcars]

Does yours not run?

[@SlotCar2021]

@@twolinesslotcars Not even close, if it were a kit then I would expect it to be ready to go and need setting up but not when I pay full whack for a complete car. For your axle holders to not be level is crazy. Pointless selling it as a whole car. I will be making a video.

[@gerardocampos7138]

This cars are not perfect to a thousand of an inch. They do require to be tuned. You will get more cars that need tuning than cars that don't. This cars might be a bit much for you. Since they are a turners car. Some love to tune like me and others dispice to tune and that's O.K. the reason the uprights are not perfect is due to machining tolerance all you need to do is losse to screws and add blue lock tight to keep them in the chassis. I am really sorry the car didn't meet your expectations.

[@twolinesslotcars]

@@gerardocampos7138 great comment, Thanks Gerardo!

[@SlotCar2021]

​@@gerardocampos7138I have built up Revos from white kits, it was listed as an RTR car. I don't mind setting cars up, it was just something I didn't expect. Revo need to make it clear that their cars need setting up. A sticker on the box or warning of this would be helpful.