Running in sand

[texicus]

Tried doing a search for this one but came up short, hoping to get some insight...I've got a Revo 3.3 that I've been thinking of taking to the sand dunes with some paddle tires...but I'm a little apprehensive. Is this a bad idea? I've got a motor saver outer saver (the slip-over pre-filter), but I'm wondering if I should be worried about bearings, servos, etc...

 

[Metalhead Matt]

Sands rough on bearings and electronics. Switches mainly. Just treat it as your expecting to hit some water. Extra bearings will be a must. Seal your rx and battery box and keep the air filter maintained and you should be alright. This is one of those situations that you enter at your own risk though.

 

[revoracer322]

It can be a little hard on stuff, just dont have a ton of grease an stuuf everywhere cuz the sand will stick to that, but i did it a few times with no problems, But when i got home I tore it down an gave it a thourogh cleaning, Make sure to richen the motor a lil more than usual cus your temps will climb a little in the sand, Good Luck An Have Fun!

 

[texicus]

Awesome, thanks guys! I've been thinking of doing a bearing job on it actually...I've heard talk of a type of bearing that was way better than the stock ones? abec or boca? I apologize for the noob accent...my nearest hobby shop is 2 hours away so I try to plan what I need way in advance heh

 

[alpinehyperlite]

I dont see a problem with running in the sand as long as you take the proper steps in cleaning afterwards. Make sure you set yourself a couple of hours before running next after the sand bash. I owuld COMPLETELY break the rig down, and go through it all. getting all the sand out.

 

[hamz9561]

If you're not racing, stock replacememt bearings are fine. They are also relatively inexpensive.

 

[olds97_lss]

ABEC is a bearing rating system. Boca is a brand.

Cheaper to go with FastEddy bearings though:
http://www.kickassrc.com/

They hold up pretty good and are cheap. Make sure to get the rubber sealed ones.