countryman Posted June 8, 2014 Report Share Posted June 8, 2014 So i have my self a new hobby, just brought a used Baja 5b, to those that are into this should i run it on a 25/1 mix, its a 30cc engine, all so can you recommend a charger, nothing to fancy but not an over night one, any thing else i should know / buy. Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevo_m Posted June 8, 2014 Report Share Posted June 8, 2014 Any standard RC type quick charger will do, it's only a 4 cell nimh pack so you don't need anything special. Don't get a wall charger as they can ruin the battery. Should be able to get something for about £10-£15 that will be fine. I ran mine on 40:1 mix, went very well. They are a blast, used to run mine on the beach with 6 others, great in the dunes and they are very solid. Get some shock covers before you run it, this will save you loads of cleaning time. Also a good filter for the carb saves getting any nasties into the motor. You'll ruin the standard tyres within minutes if you run on Tarmac so find dirt for it! Steve Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
super sharp shooter Posted June 8, 2014 Report Share Posted June 8, 2014 (edited) I run mine on 32/1= 62.5 ml of oil to 2ltrs of fuel. I also would recommend you get a metal clutch carrier and VERTIGO NO BOLT V2 HEX DRIVE STEEL VENTED CLUTCH BELL WITH (17T) HARDENED PINION GEAR. Edited June 8, 2014 by super sharp shooter Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
countryman Posted June 8, 2014 Author Report Share Posted June 8, 2014 Thanks, it has shock covers on, some of the other advice is a bit over my head at the moment, but ill learn as i go, so is 25/1 mix not enough oil or is it what works best for you Buggy ? Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevo_m Posted June 8, 2014 Report Share Posted June 8, 2014 (edited) Thanks, it has shock covers on, some of the other advice is a bit over my head at the moment, but ill learn as i go, so is 25/1 mix not enough oil or is it what works best for you Buggy ? Thanks 25/1 is too much oil. Perhaps the first couple of tanks should be 25:1 but after that lower the oil content and you'll get better performance and throttle response. I strongly suggest you go to forums that specialise in these and they are big expensive cars that will hurt your pocket if you get it wrong. Edited June 8, 2014 by stevo_m Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
super sharp shooter Posted June 8, 2014 Report Share Posted June 8, 2014 (edited) 32/1 is in the middle of the range you could use. The metal clutch carrier is a must and they can be picked up for as little as £15 if yours is stock plastic. If you need any advice just asked. Have a look on modelsport forum there's loads of info in the 1/5 scale section. Edited June 8, 2014 by super sharp shooter Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
countryman Posted June 8, 2014 Author Report Share Posted June 8, 2014 Thanks lads, i am getting my oil ratios mixed up again, i will look into the metal clutch carrier and modelsport. Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rimfire4969 Posted June 8, 2014 Report Share Posted June 8, 2014 Let's have some pictures, I have no idea how big these things are. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
super sharp shooter Posted June 9, 2014 Report Share Posted June 9, 2014 (edited) Edited June 9, 2014 by super sharp shooter Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
super sharp shooter Posted June 9, 2014 Report Share Posted June 9, 2014 (edited) This big Edited June 9, 2014 by super sharp shooter Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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rimfire4969 Posted June 9, 2014 Report Share Posted June 9, 2014 Thanks for the photos, they look like a lot if fun. I guessed would be a fair size with a 30cc engine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VULTURE Posted June 9, 2014 Report Share Posted June 9, 2014 (edited) Hi. I have a FG monster truck and I take this on the beach in the winter,always have a crowd watching after a bit. Only bit of advice I will give is make sure you have a fail safe fitted for peace of mind,they are not that expensive compared to the cost of a car and will stop a runaway car from hitting something/somebody. Cheers. Vulture. Edited June 9, 2014 by VULTURE Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
super sharp shooter Posted June 9, 2014 Report Share Posted June 9, 2014 It costs me more to run than my every day car... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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