Getting into rc excavators, for first time trying i want to buy Yigong K970. And i want to buy extra battery but theres so much that i even dont know which to buy. And overall any sugestions?
Hey i was wondering if anyone has any suggestions on any good machines that don’t break the bank too much, for someone trying the hobby out and will end up buying many machines/trucks if i end up enjoying it enough. I’m looking for something like a tractor to mow my lawn, as well as an excavator or loader/dozer to mess around in the mud/dirt and sand, as well as a truck and trailer to haul the equipment and material around. Any suggestions on where to get some of this equipment? Not trying to spend over 200$ canadian per machine, if there’s even any good quality stuff for that priced. And where to get mini roads/signs and all that good stuff. Thanks!
chassis SCX10, 2 motors 550 55T ans a 270W motor booster
At 1/50 it’s difficult to get in there with the good camera angles. With a heavier blade and some steering tweaks its got some good action happening now.
I understand this is cheap and it’s not going to be incredible, but I want to have some fun with this on the beach, I’m not new to rc cars but have never had an excavator. Is this worth it? And is it repairable?
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Having fun putting these little guys together.
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These are some of the original pictures of the construction of the Skid Loader. The shell of this machine is constructed out of 28 gauge steel sheeting, I work at a Post Frame building company so i am very familiar with this material. Powering this machine is four 360 degree High Torque Steel Gear servos, and one 180 degree High Torque servo for the lift arms. It now runs on 3s lipo, and a 12v to 6v BEC. The transmitter system is a Radiolink T8S with an R8EF receiver. The attachment plate system will be discussed in a following post. This machine has changed many times over the years, and had improved in every way. I will have following posts of its progression and upgrades.
My cdl finally got me in the door with a company who will teach me to drive the big yellow things. For now I'm just hauling the dirt.
Just finished my Grand Hauler Build.
The painting usually holds me back from building more of this type. It took me a while to get it to this stage. Still have the driver, wipers, & pintle hook to install, so I can tow my other trailers and boat.
Shout out to “HobbyMax” for support and some cool parts that made the build look better!!
I finally finished my new hauler.
Still need to add the driver and a few stickers.
Still not sure whether or not to put the “Grand Hauler” stickers or get something custom printed.
It took me a lot of time and effort to get the paint to this level. The painting usually holds me back from doing more of this type of builds.
Thanks for looking.
My 9 year old likes to play with RC cars in the back yard. Grass is cut at around 4 - 4.5 inches. The stuff we buy from toy departments are OK but I think for the summer I would like to get him something a little more serious. He likes to make ramps for jumps and go over terrain.
I do not know anything about the hobby but want to support his interests, so I hope I came to the right place for advice. I need something sturdy that won’t require a lot of fixing (although if it’s a model that has youtube coverage of repairs then I should be fine). I don’t want to spend a lot but I also know it will be more than $40-$60 Walmart quality. Good battery life that is rechargeable would be preferred.
Since his birthday is coming i am willing to spend more and get into it with him - maybe $250 total max?
Couple of works in progress.
Just received my 5901 yesterday in the mail. After charging the battery up and plugging everything in it acts like the battery is low on power. Very slow moving and almost no power. Hardly scoops very loose play sand. Slew is very slow. I have 2 other batteries coming in the mail. Battery voltage says 8.10 volts (if im not mistaken shouldn't it be 8.4 on a charged 2s li ion?) Do i have a crap battery or is something internal wrong.
Hello, I’m considering getting into this hobby but am wondering if there are any websites with widely available parts for this specific model and other construction equipment? How easily is it to source parts and what commonly breaks on this and other construction equipment?