AC48
Hardcore RCTalk User
...by dropping an .18TZ in my RS4 3 EVO+.
I read a review on this engine saying it was dynoed at 2.28 horse power, and that this engine has more power and torque than a lot of big blocks, and I had to have it. I've never driven a 1/10 onroad with a big block, but I would imagine it to be something like driving one with the .18TZ. I installed it with a HPI racing clutch, and the acceleration is unreal. I have not hit more than half throttle, as I only have 3 tanks through it so far, but it has already vastly surpassed the level of power that the stock .18 has. I can get all 4 tires spinning out of control with only half throttle, with rich settings. I've had a lot of powerful engines in my day, but this one has me really impressed.
I did break the pullstart once, just ripped the string through the handle, because the engine is really tight. But once I got it going the first time its been very easy to start. I just hope it doesn't tear apart my EVO from the inside out. Sure is fun as hell to drive tho...
If anyone is looking for a crap load of power in their 1/10 touring car, or anthing 1/10 really, the .18TZ is what you are looking for. Its even cheap too...I got it for less than $140 on tower.
This is my first O.S. engine, and if the .21VZ-B is anything like this engine, I'd love to try dropping it in my dad's MP777 SP-1.
And a quick question...anyone know what the best set up is to get the most traction I can for driving in a parking lot? I'm going to need all the traction I can get...
I read a review on this engine saying it was dynoed at 2.28 horse power, and that this engine has more power and torque than a lot of big blocks, and I had to have it. I've never driven a 1/10 onroad with a big block, but I would imagine it to be something like driving one with the .18TZ. I installed it with a HPI racing clutch, and the acceleration is unreal. I have not hit more than half throttle, as I only have 3 tanks through it so far, but it has already vastly surpassed the level of power that the stock .18 has. I can get all 4 tires spinning out of control with only half throttle, with rich settings. I've had a lot of powerful engines in my day, but this one has me really impressed.
I did break the pullstart once, just ripped the string through the handle, because the engine is really tight. But once I got it going the first time its been very easy to start. I just hope it doesn't tear apart my EVO from the inside out. Sure is fun as hell to drive tho...
If anyone is looking for a crap load of power in their 1/10 touring car, or anthing 1/10 really, the .18TZ is what you are looking for. Its even cheap too...I got it for less than $140 on tower.
This is my first O.S. engine, and if the .21VZ-B is anything like this engine, I'd love to try dropping it in my dad's MP777 SP-1.
And a quick question...anyone know what the best set up is to get the most traction I can for driving in a parking lot? I'm going to need all the traction I can get...
