himoto starter box

[allhailshakazulu]

I have a starter box for my 1/8 scale monster truck. i bought batteries for it also. i was all ready to use it for the first time... i put the truck on it and made sure the wheel was spinning the correct way. When I went to start it.. it wouldn't turn over the engine... does anyone kno what could be wrong? Do i need stronger batteries??

 

[ohmygahitscoby]

Probably the motor isn't strong enough. Loosen your glow plug a little but to let out compression. Never go more than a quarter turn.

 

[allhailshakazulu]

ok... i will try.. if it doesn't work do u mind continuing to guide me??? thanks

 

[ohmygahitscoby]

Sure thing .

 

[allhailshakazulu]

i tried the glow plug loosening and the box, once again, failed to turn over the engine... any other suggestions??

 

[ohmygahitscoby]

Is your battery charged to the fullest? Is the motor of the starter box strong enough to turn the flywheel?

 

[allhailshakazulu]

The batteries were charged and I'm not sure if the motors are strong enough... is there any way to check that??

 

[ohmygahitscoby]

Not really, you can probably by a better one at your LHS.

 

[allhailshakazulu]

A better box or motor? or both?

 

[ohmygahitscoby]

If there is no motor that can fit in the box, then yes, a new starter box. I know that starter box came from Ebay, I don't really trust the non-manufacturer items. I would recommend a Dynamite, OFNA, or Associated starter box.

 

[allhailshakazulu]

Alright then... a new starter box it is... thanks for the help.

 

[ohmygahitscoby]

Make sure there is no other motor that will fit before buying a new starter box.

 

[allhailshakazulu]

ok... will do... thanks