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nvradtec · 11-04-2011, 11:50 PM

[QUOTE=spoo76;3364645]

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Originally Posted by nvradtec

You might want to try this mod on page 1 first and see how you like it.
all you need is a screw and scrap of plastic. then you can program the switch to be momentary and your done
http://www.rccrawler.com/forum/elect...ml#post3231426

Thanks Spoo I'll give that a try before I crack the case open

generalee7 · 11-05-2011, 10:54 PM

losikid, I like all that you've done with this radio!!

Lately I've been adding some RC's to my stable and am tired of having a different transmitter for each one so model memory is a huge plus. After reading a good portion of the posts in this thread, I have some questions.

I am fully capable of learning how to hack the radio but my main computer is a Macbook (not running Windows). Will your software work on a Mac? If not, would you recommend buying the pre-hacked radio from your website?

losikid · 11-05-2011, 10:59 PM

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Originally Posted by generalee7

losikid, I like all that you've done with this radio!!

Lately I've been adding some RC's to my stable and am tired of having a different transmitter for each one so model memory is a huge plus. After reading a good portion of the posts in this thread, I have some questions.

I am fully capable of learning how to hack the radio but my main computer is a Macbook (not running Windows). Will your software work on a Mac? If not, would you recommend buying the pre-hacked radio from your website?

It will not work with a mac, so yes it be best to buy a pre-hacked unit, or use someone else windows pc

generalee7 · 11-05-2011, 11:20 PM

Also, I really only see myself using the 3 position 3rd channel for the Punk dig on my XR-10. Other than that, I don't see a use for all the extra features on my current RC's and future ones (for now). Does the GT3B already come stock with a 3 position 3rd channel? I couldn't find anything regarding that on the hobbypartz website. If I can get away with just buying the radio now, setting up a couple trucks I have then maybe hacking later on, if I feel the need to.

losikid · 11-05-2011, 11:25 PM

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Originally Posted by generalee7

Also, I really only see myself using the 3 position 3rd channel for the Punk dig on my XR-10. Other than that, I don't see a use for all the extra features on my current RC's and future ones (for now). Does the GT3B already come stock with a 3 position 3rd channel? I couldn't find anything regarding that on the hobbypartz website. If I can get away with just buying the radio now, setting up a couple trucks I have then maybe hacking later on, if I feel the need to.

the stock radio doesn't have a 3 position 3rd channel

generalee7 · 11-05-2011, 11:41 PM

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Originally Posted by losikid

the stock radio doesn't have a 3 position 3rd channel

You're quick

Does the voltage regulator just draw less power from batteries while still being able to run the radio, thus making them last longer? I'm guessing here, I'm a mechanical guy

losikid · 11-05-2011, 11:50 PM

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Originally Posted by generalee7

You're quick

Does the voltage regulator just draw less power from batteries while still being able to run the radio, thus making them last longer? I'm guessing here, I'm a mechanical guy

Yes the voltage regulator draws less power...

generalee7 · 11-06-2011, 12:53 AM

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Originally Posted by losikid

the stock radio doesn't have a 3 position 3rd channel

Is the 3rd channel able to operate a Punk dig at all? A true 3 position switch would be nice but I'm using a DX3E right now and it's not a true 3 position but operates the dig fine.

AFerreira · 11-06-2011, 06:40 AM

finally got my GT3B hacked and configured!
everything works fine on the bench! now all i need if the rest of the parts to finish my summit and do some real world testing!

what batteries are recommended to replace the standard 8 AA's?
2S li-po? 3S li-po? or maybe li-fe?

Charlie-III · 11-06-2011, 07:54 AM

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Originally Posted by AFerreira

what batteries are recommended to replace the standard 8 AA's?
2S li-po? 3S li-po? or maybe li-fe?

I believe the suggestion is 2S LiFe.

You could also do a variety of rechargeable AA's (Alkaline, NiMH, etc.....)
With the new voltage regulator (AKA, VR) your battery life goes up a bunch.

losikid · 11-06-2011, 10:27 AM

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Originally Posted by generalee7

Is the 3rd channel able to operate a Punk dig at all? A true 3 position switch would be nice but I'm using a DX3E right now and it's not a true 3 position but operates the dig fine.

Only hacked it can run a punk, it has only a 2 position 3rd channel

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Originally Posted by AFerreira

what batteries are recommended to replace the standard 8 AA's?
2S li-po? 3S li-po? or maybe li-fe?

If you have the voltge regulator mod, i'd recommend a 2s lipo (6.5 volts is minimum though) without the vr mod i'd say 3s lipo or rechargeable AA's

spoo76 · 11-06-2011, 02:32 PM

Are you getting more voltage regulators soon? I just picked up a 2nd GT3B used and figured Id get a pair of VR's and bearing mod's

losikid · 11-06-2011, 02:56 PM

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Originally Posted by spoo76

Are you getting more voltage regulators soon? I just picked up a 2nd GT3B used and figured Id get a pair of VR's and bearing mod's

yes, i'm ordering more today, i didn't realize i was that low because orders have been stacking up the past week (PO has been closed early because of staff shortage

)

For anyone wondering, all orders besides pre-hacked units are going out tomorrow morning

Daredee · 11-07-2011, 11:09 AM

sorry, I know that my queston isnt new, but am I right that all stock buttons on gt3b can be used as channels? if so, how much of them can be used as 3-position switches for winches and so on?

losikid · 11-07-2011, 05:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Daredee

sorry, I know that my queston isnt new, but am I right that all stock buttons on gt3b can be used as channels? if so, how much of them can be used as 3-position switches for winches and so on?

Ch1 trim, ch2 trim, ch3 trim, D/R can all be used as a 3 position aux channel, THEN you can program ch 3 button to be a 3 position (simply click to cycle)

cartronicshn · 11-08-2011, 07:26 PM

Did you get all the parts for the radio in yet? the bearing mod, the hack kit and regulators? lmk i am ready to buy

spoo76 · 11-08-2011, 07:30 PM

X2!

losikid · 11-08-2011, 07:42 PM

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Originally Posted by spoo76

X2!

Fedex says i'll have the vr's thursday and bearings shipped yesterday. So late this week or early next week. I am going to allow back orders on these on my website. Check in about 10 minutes.

squatch71 · 11-08-2011, 07:55 PM

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Originally Posted by cartronicshn

Did you get all the parts for the radio in yet? the bearing mod, the hack kit and regulators? lmk i am ready to buy

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Originally Posted by spoo76

X2!

you won't be dissapointed. Read some where the feel of this controller is flimsy and cheap...next to a spectrum, JR, and a Traxxas...it feels about the same, I can't tell the difference.

spoo76 · 11-08-2011, 07:56 PM

sweet thanks! ordered another header pin for my 2nd radio and a pair of VR's and a pair of bearings

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11-05-2011, 10:54 PM	#722
generalee7 Rock Crawler Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Folsom, CA Posts: 620	losikid, I like all that you've done with this radio!! Lately I've been adding some RC's to my stable and am tired of having a different transmitter for each one so model memory is a huge plus. After reading a good portion of the posts in this thread, I have some questions. I am fully capable of learning how to hack the radio but my main computer is a Macbook (not running Windows). Will your software work on a Mac? If not, would you recommend buying the pre-hacked radio from your website?

11-05-2011, 11:20 PM	#724
generalee7 Rock Crawler Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Folsom, CA Posts: 620	Also, I really only see myself using the 3 position 3rd channel for the Punk dig on my XR-10. Other than that, I don't see a use for all the extra features on my current RC's and future ones (for now). Does the GT3B already come stock with a 3 position 3rd channel? I couldn't find anything regarding that on the hobbypartz website. If I can get away with just buying the radio now, setting up a couple trucks I have then maybe hacking later on, if I feel the need to.

11-06-2011, 06:40 AM	#729
AFerreira Newbie Join Date: May 2011 Location: Switzerland Posts: 6	finally got my GT3B hacked and configured! everything works fine on the bench! now all i need if the rest of the parts to finish my summit and do some real world testing! what batteries are recommended to replace the standard 8 AA's? 2S li-po? 3S li-po? or maybe li-fe?

11-06-2011, 02:32 PM	#732
spoo76 I wanna be Dave Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: South FL Posts: 3,349	Are you getting more voltage regulators soon? I just picked up a 2nd GT3B used and figured Id get a pair of VR's and bearing mod's

11-07-2011, 11:09 AM	#734
Daredee Rock Stacker Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Russia Posts: 87	sorry, I know that my queston isnt new, but am I right that all stock buttons on gt3b can be used as channels? if so, how much of them can be used as 3-position switches for winches and so on?

11-08-2011, 07:26 PM	#736
cartronicshn I wanna be Dave Join Date: May 2006 Location: HONDURAS...ROCK HEAVEN Posts: 5,076	Did you get all the parts for the radio in yet? the bearing mod, the hack kit and regulators? lmk i am ready to buy

11-08-2011, 07:30 PM	#737
spoo76 I wanna be Dave Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: South FL Posts: 3,349	X2!

11-08-2011, 07:56 PM	#740
spoo76 I wanna be Dave Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: South FL Posts: 3,349	sweet thanks! ordered another header pin for my 2nd radio and a pair of VR's and a pair of bearings

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