Outline · [ Standard ] · Linear+ Frequently Asked Questions, Last Update: February 18, 2003

[MysticKnight]

FAQ: What are the Forum Guidelines?
A: See the Forum Guidelines about this topic.

FAQ: What is a Mini X?
A: See the Mini X Description to read comments and descriptions by other forum members.

FAQ: What is a Mini-Z F1?
A: See Afro Puffs Mini Z F1 FAQ for more info.

FAQ: What is the difference between a Mini-Z and Mini-X?
A: Mark VII's comparison.

FAQ: How do I break in new Mini Z motors?
A: See the topic called Breaking in New Motors for more info.

FAQ: How do I fix a broken servo gear?
A: See the Fixing a Broken Servo Gear topic.

FAQ: Where can I get some tips just for a new Mini Z owner?
A: Read the Tips for New Mini Z Owners topic.

FAQ: What wheelbase is this body?
A: Check out the growing list here.

FAQ: What are some things I shouldn't do with my Mini-Z?
A: Find a partial list here

FAQ: Where can I go to see pictures of peoples modded mini (1/2x scale) cars and trucks?
A: Pictures are in the Mini gallery

FAQ: Should I use alkaline or rechargeable batteries in my cars?
A: Rechargeables are always a good way to go. Some good points about rechargeables.

FAQ: What is drifting, and how can it be implemented with cars of this scale?
A: See the Popsicle Drift Thread for info on this topic.


FAQ: Where can I find reviews of cars and equipment in this scale range?
A: See the Universal Review thread for links to applicable reviews.

FAQ: Do you have any tips or mods for improving the performance of my car?
A: See the Tips and Mods section for information on how to upgrade your car.



To Everyone:
If you know of a question that should be added to the list above, please post a reply with the question, the answer and any related links to helpful topics about the subject.

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This post has been edited by scarr: Sep 15 2006, 04:23 PM

[my_red_supra_KILLS]

I was wondering how mini Z bodies mount becuz i want an Enzo 4 my XMOD.

[nitroburner25]

People have done it, so you should be able to. Just buy a body and figure it out.

[^NOS^]

hey! i need a question answered im thinking of of making an off-road iwaver but i need to know if monster/overland wheels/tyres will fit ? thanks

[HaCo]

Hi,

I have some questions.

I'm thinking about making a kind of rally track system. I will try to make small track parts out of thin wood (hard top plate) and make straights, different kind of coreners,... The different parts will be attached to eachother with another wooden part. I think its best to add a carpet layer on the parts. With the different track parts you should be able to try out different layouts. (Like slotcar tracks, but from a start line to a finish line.

My questions: What do u think is an ideal track width. It's for one single car. How long does a straight line have to be to have a "straight line feeling". What is the minimum turning radius of a MiniZ? What do u guys think of the idea? I'm not sure I will start with the project, I'm just thinking of it right now...

HaCo

[adrenalinrush123998]

i have a question
will regular mini-z (mr01 and mr02) motors fit in a overland?
also would an iwaver 01 x-speed pro motor work in an overland WITHOUT fetting it?

This post has been edited by adrenalinrush123998: Nov 13 2004, 09:59 AM

[EMU]

i have a question
will regular mini-z (mr01 and mr02) motors fit in a overland?
also would an iwaver 01 x-speed pro motor work in an overland WITHOUT fetting it?

Regular Mini-Z motors are in OL's.

You would need a fet stack for an Iwaver Xspeed Pro. If you are planning on doing alot of crawling with your OL, I would recommend doing a FET upgrade even if you are on the stock motor. You can ask DaveMud about how he burnt his FETs with the stock motor.

[adrenalinrush123998]

ok i dont plan to do anything like davemud does
i dont think i could haldnle that kind of stuff
i just want to be able to cruise at a nice high speed every once in awhile (i wont use any hotter motors while climbing and also wont use anything hot enough to roast my fets)
maybe nice regular x-speeed or an escalation (escalations dont require fets for flat-land driving right?)

[Skyline Driver]

ok i dont plan to do anything like davemud does
i dont think i could haldnle that kind of stuff
i just want to be able to cruise at a nice high speed every once in awhile (i wont use any hotter motors while climbing and also wont use anything hot enough to roast my fets)
maybe nice regular x-speeed or an escalation (escalations dont require fets for flat-land driving right?)

From what I have been hearing, you can use the escalation motor without any FET upgrade. They're pretty fast from what I have heard. Not sure how it compares to the PN speedy.

[adrenalinrush123998]

thanks
i also have one more question
i heard that you have to buy duratrax after market cup-joints to accomodate their ball bearings (for overland once again) and wel.. i got some free ball bearings when i ordered my new overland and didnt want to have to buy new cup joints to install them
also how do i install the bearings in the drivetrain etc

and,

does any one know where i can get the little clip that holds the front peice of the diff on?

i want to take the idiot that decided not to include a replacemnt one of those
tear out his/her stomach and force feed it to him/her thorugh his rear

really its like the easiest to lose part why not inlcude at least one more?


This post has been edited by scarr: Sep 15 2006, 08:12 PM

[traxxasman215]

Are you taking abotu this? linky winky you can always look on rcmart for some stuff, even though it will be a bit more money because the parts will be alluminum.

[adrenalinrush123998]

nope i meant the tiny black clip it kinda sits atop the diff assembly
it looks sorta like the little clips that hold the suspension rods

[Sasquatch]

I'm new to the mini-z scene, especially the Overland one. I'm gonna get an OL soon and I'm wondering, do regular Mini-Z road car wheels fit on an OL?

[davemud]

I'm new to the mini-z scene, especially the Overland one.  I'm gonna get an OL soon and I'm wondering, do regular Mini-Z road car wheels fit on an OL?

Sasquatch, Yes, racer wheels are a direct fit on OLs ideally you want a set that has 4 wide wheels.

Adrenaline, do you mean the part the ball head screw for the suspension arm screws into or the motor clip? You can make both parts fairly easily. Email me if you need help on how to do it.

DM

[adrenalinrush123998]

no its the little clip that you need to take in order to dis-assemble your differential on an overland (like so you can get to the little gears inside) its a very small c-ring clip its shaped like a clip and it holds the very front part of the diff onn where the differential locker goes