Got one of these as I take alot of stuff apart....and sometimes even put it back together.....works nice so far. I have some
Ofna hex drivers that fit the chuck in transit.....can't wait to get them too......40$ at WallyWorld.
I'd rather forward reverse be top and bottom of the big trigger like a rocker, but it's a switch on the top of the driver....no big deal.
Ryobi has one that has a rocker switch for direction. Also a chuck lock and a torque limiter (I use setting 3). Not sure on the weight, but I think its similar to the B&D. Sure feels light, with a lithium battery that stays charged. Home Depot for $30. Cheaper than the Ofna bits (well maybe, I got mine for just under $30).
These (both brands, plus the Skil unit) are becoming almost standard equipment at our tracks, highly recommended. Much handier for our models than the full size nicad rechargables of old.
Bongo Fury wrote:Ryobi has one that has a rocker switch for direction. Also a chuck lock and a torque limiter (I use setting 3). Not sure on the weight, but I think its similar to the B&D. Sure feels light, with a lithium battery that stays charged. Home Depot for $30. Cheaper than the Ofna bits (well maybe, I got mine for under just under $30).
These (both brands, plus the Skil unit) are becoming almost standard equipment at our tracks, highly recommended. Much handier for our models than the full size nicad rechargables of old.
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Sure, now you tell me about this one! I may go check it out, and return my B&D model to wal-mart.....good thing I never throw boxes out for a few weeks on stuff I get
Of course I just saw the Menard's ad, and it has a MasterForce Lithium Ion 3.6v Cordless screwdriver for 19.99 with a 5$ mail in rebate.....5 year warranty....
Bongo Fury wrote:Ryobi has one that has a rocker switch for direction. Also a chuck lock and a torque limiter (I use setting 3). Not sure on the weight, but I think its similar to the B&D. Sure feels light, with a lithium battery that stays charged. Home Depot for $30. Cheaper than the Ofna bits (well maybe, I got mine for just under $30).
These (both brands, plus the Skil unit) are becoming almost standard equipment at our tracks, highly recommended. Much handier for our models than the full size nicad rechargables of old.
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So this one is kinda like a mini drill, it looks like. I really like the B&D, regardless it was a bit pricy. It's already nicely mounted to my wall as well.....
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Ryobi is not available online, and not at any of the local stores near me.....guess it was ment to be
The Ryobi is more of a screwdriver than a drill, similar to the B&D. The chuck is for the standard hex shaped bits (1/4"?), but it locks them in so the bit doesn't get jammed in the screw and pull out of the driver. The rotational speed is fairly low. Probably OK for drilling in plastic and such, but perhaps a little low for small bits in metal. Perfect for my RC use.
But any of them are a nice addition to the tool box. Just built my x-mas present (way too new to be interesting here, a Losi XXX T CR), saved a lot of wrist work for sure. Comes in real handy for all of the tire changing we do at the track.
Been out of the hobby for awhile and my hands can't handle a build without some help anymore. Any suggestion on a good cordless, compact screwdriver?
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I got one of these at Costco for like $30 a while back and so far its working well.
The adapter will take normal sized inserts like drill bits and 1/4 drive sockets. I mostly use it for taking wheels off and putting them on, since my hex and...
My first post here. Great site. I picked up a new assembled CE that was put in a box and never used. It was assembled with bushings. I picked up the bearings for it and quickly found out that I lost my 035 allen wrench from years ago. I have tried...
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That's an awesome story. The one thing I've always loved about our sport is that mainly it's made up of good people that are willing to help out. I agree with the above post, we need to see some pictures!
The seller shipped it today, I should get it in a few days. I'm not anywhere near knowledgeable enough to be able to identify it accurately from the pics, but it's a black tub chassis, with upgraded arms but includes the original white arms. From...
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Looks like you have a mid run thick arm team truck with universals. Also some upgraded RCPS turnbuckles on there.
So I picked up this LXT. Looks in really good shape aside from a little rust. I may have overpaid a little but...
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I got the truck and overall it is in great shape. I have already torn it down and stolen the parts I need to freshen up my LXT and Pro. So now its just a bag of parts.
I havent really decided what to do with it. I am thinking of turning it to a Pro...
Picked up another RC500, this one was a racer back in the day.
Looks like it is pretty well loaded up with options, been trying to find info on them, not a lot out there.
The guy I bought it from said his Dad was the builder and he had a guy...
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An option not necessarily a hop-up is the Mini-mag wheels with GP tires. Nice!
Awesome find!! Ive used the old contact seller link myself and got some great prices that way.Can't wait to see it with the b3 wheels and mirage shell.Gonna be killer.
Found a GTX lurking in a classified ad amongst 3 other cars that the guy had for sale.
None sold and I managed to score the GTX for $50.
It's missing the clutch,clutch bell and throttle servo mounts-I have a spur gear on its way,a brand new...
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Crap,the motor isn't unadjustable. :(
Better go look for a combo,or a 20 tooth bell...
From what I can tell I managed to find a Championship Edition that had a Stealth trans in it. Picked it up on ebay a couple weeks back and finally got delivered today! I maybe completely wrong about what this is so please correct me if I am. Either...
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thats what the one I cleaned on mine looked like when I first bought it. A lot of scrubbing and it should clean up nicely.