What Big Block should I go with?

[tmaxxxed 3.3]

Hi, i got the Tmaxx 3.3 last xmas, broke it in, and it runs like a dream with almost 4 gallons through it. I'm looking for more power and top end though, so any suggestions with what big block i should go with would be great. Also, I've looked at the picco .26 max red dot? is that a good engine and what do i need to upgrade?

Thanks in Advance

LoU

 

[Metalhead Matt]

All you need for the red dot is a engine mount and a pipe. It's really the only way to go if you want balls to the wall power.

 

[2revo1maxx]

Hi, i got the Tmaxx 3.3 last xmas, broke it in, and it runs like a dream with almost 4 gallons through it. I'm looking for more power and top end though, so any suggestions with what big block i should go with would be great. Also, I've looked at the picco .26 max red dot? is that a good engine and what do i need to upgrade?

Thanks in Advance

LoU

A picco 26 would be an excellent choice. You'll need the ofna mount for it and that's all......HOWEVER it will ruin your stock driveline. You can upgrade all this stuff for a price. OR you can look for a high end .18 or .21 that will blow away the 3.3 and keep your driveline intact for a little while. The choice is yours, do you want a noticeable power gain? OR do you want a raging beast? This one will cost you extra for sure.

 

[svo90]

whats the best pipe to run with the red dot??

 

[2revo1maxx]

I would look for a THS. I don't know what size a picco 26 exhaust port is.... probably large.

 

[tmaxxxed 3.3]

ok, I'm deff gunna get the red dot i guess, where would i get the driveline hop-ups, as in what brand should i go with?

 

[2revo1maxx]

Well I would check tower hobbies or rc planet...pretty much any hobby shop. Write down the part # and price then hit ebay. Stay away from Integy stuff. Some of it's ok but you'd be taking a chance.....it's hit or miss.

 

[olds97_lss]

The 3.3 came with better diffs and axles, but with that much power, you may need to beef up the trans and at least the center axles. Traxxas makes a nice set of centers:
http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXPNK3&P=7

I think those will work with your rig.

For the trans, Robinson Racing makes some bulletproof gears:
http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXSDP9&P=ML
http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXSDR0&P=ML