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Just got back with my Savage .25 I left the batteries and fuel at the hobbie shop... so i wouldn't be tempted to jump right into break in .. I'll be searchin for the must do's before break in.. So if anyone could link me to the posts or if anyone has any ideas I'd appreciate any and all input .. I just wanted to tell you guys that all the posts here help me make up my mind to get one... thanks
 
Re tighten all of the screws and make sure the metal to metal contact screws are threadlocked. Be sure to check the backplate screws...i've heard of some people's back plate coming loose, not good. Other than that it should be good to go;)
 
Originally posted by jd1168
I left the batteries and fuel at the hobbie shop... so i wouldn't be tempted to jump right into break in ..
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Dude, that's about the smartest advise I have ever heard. I guess it only works on your first RC because you end up having nearly endless supplies of batteries and fuel once you get heavy into the hobby.


One bit of advise that I must admit that I don't follow as often as I should, READ THE MANUAL COVER TO COVER! Follow the break in procedures as listed in the manual to the letter.
 
I would Suggest the same as EP but definetly add at least 2 tanks to the breakin procedure, HPI has you going from putting around idle-1/4 throttle then straight to tuning for performance. I didnt like that so I added 3 tanks on to it I think but 2 should be plenty, Tank 4 I would do from 1/4-1/2 throttle then for 5 do 1/2-3/4 I ran a 6th tank from 1/4- full throttle but you dont have to...
 
Definately wise advise. While some may disagree with me on this I have always believed a couple extra low RPM tanks at break in greatly increase the life of your engine.
 
I plan to go thru the truck and check all the screws and add locktite where i can... i'll run a couple more tanks during break in also.. thanks for the input

I'm not a total newbie , i had a Dominator last year (not a good first truck) my buddy talked me into it . I liked the truck but I should have started with something easier.. it was frustrating , not knowing anything but I learned a little from it.... it took me forever... but I can shim a diff now... lol

anyway I am starting over , going into this hobby as a newbie and thanks to this thread i'll read first... then i'll do
 
Do not use red loctite on the backplate unless you never want to get those screws out ever again. Blue will suffice and will still allow you to remove the backplate for inspections. Do the 4 spider mod on the diffs if you can before you ever drive it the first time and they'll last you a good long time. Replace the stock brakes with the hpi steel hubbed dual disk setup. HD parts aren't hd at all and will wear out faster than the standard parts. I know because that's what happened after I upgraded to them. Read the instructions until you understand them before you try to do anything with the truck. Goodluck with your new toy and may you find many hours of enjoyment out of it.
 
ok so i haven't slept since gettin my Savage .25 . i've been reading for 2 days and this is what i plan to do..lol


1) 4 spider diff mod how many sets of crosspins and bevel gears will i need for both front and rear?

2) install dual disk brake kit

3) locktite all metal to metal i can find any suggestions on where to use blue and where to use red? or just use common sense...

since i will basically be tearing the whole truck apart i might do the MP servo saver mod too and add a Hitec 645 steering servo.. good idea or not??? and if so should i use the stock steering servo for brake/throttle????

or maybe i've been reading too much... I just want to let you guys know i can't even open my garage door.. it drives me crazy seein it sittin in the box on my workbench.. I hope the wait is worth it ... its killin me
 
You can add some more reading to your list: CLICK HERE

The above link will give you all the information you will need for the 4 spider diff mod, the MP servo saver mod, and a linkage mod.

The dual disk kit that HPI sells is great and more than enough stopping power for the Savage.

The HS-645MG is a great servo to add to your truck and will handle things nicely. Consider getting a rechargeable hump pack for your receiver battery vice dry cell batteries. The stock steering servo is a good replacement for the stock brake/throttle servo...but is not really necessary as the stock brake/throttle servo works just fine. Most people make the switch to give them better braking action, but your upgrade to the dual brake kit will cover that just fine.

As for reading too much, believe me there is no such thing. You can learn alot by reading and asking educated questions vice asking poorly worded ones.
 
DEFINETELY do the MP servo saver mod and get the HS-645MG. You'll need all the turning power you can get with the savage. I would just use the blue kind of locktite but you could use red, you just won't be able to get the screw back out if you want.

Sounds like you should have gotten the SS version with all the mods you want to do lol.
 
thanks sky i wanted to be sure to get everything i need for the diff mod . so you think the stock throttle servo is ok with the dual disk setup. just figured i wouldn't be using the stock steering servo so i'd change em.. my 6v hump pack is on its way to me

AC48 you just talked me into the steering mod... as far as the SS you are probably right..lol thanks
 
I have the HPI dual disk brake kit and run the stock throttle servo. The truck will do an endo if I am not careful with the brakes. Talk about grabbing and stopping the drive train.
 

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