Jato The Ascender

[northern hooligan]

Unless I am doing something wrong - ie set up on the computer - I do not have 100% full stop going down hill, which what I want. Then there is the cost of the unit, $108 in Cdn funds. Even the Holmes BRXL is to much. But, if this does it all as people seem to be saying (from what I am reading) this unit is being called equal to or a tad bit better than the SW3. then I can get 2 for $100.00 cdn.

[JatoTheRipper]

Originally Posted by northern hooligan

Unless I am doing something wrong - ie set up on the computer - I do not have 100% full stop going down hill, which what I want. Then there is the cost of the unit, $108 in Cdn funds. Even the Holmes BRXL is to much. But, if this does it all as people seem to be saying (from what I am reading) this unit is being called equal to or a tad bit better than the SW3. then I can get 2 for $100.00 cdn.

Programming is one of the reasons I hate the SV3. Without a computer and Castle Link it is a royal PITA.

[calcagno45]

Originally Posted by JatoTheRipper

Programming is one of the reasons I hate the SV3. Without a computer and Castle Link it is a royal PITA.

I admit this as well, especially having to take the receiver wire out the Rx box every time. But honestly, once I have it setup how I like, I don't touch the settings unless I change motor or application.

[JatoTheRipper]

Originally Posted by calcagno45

I admit this as well, especially having to take the receiver wire out the Rx box every time. But honestly, once I have it setup how I like, I don't touch the settings unless I change motor or application.

I think most people are like you. They set it and forget it. I, on the other hand, really like to tinker with my ESC settings. It's so nice being able to do this with ease. And with this ESC you can even do it out on the trail in seconds.

Taking the lid off of the receiver box isn't a big deal in most vehicles, but in others it's a pain to even access. And I hate opening even the easiest to access receiver boxes because getting the gasket back in place while stuffing all of the wires inside can be a pain.

[JatoTheRipper]

What's the point of the extra caster on the SSD C Hubs? And do you have personal experience with these hubs? If so what are your thoughts?

[fortyeightjake]

Hey Jato, where at in PA do you guys run?

[JatoTheRipper]

Originally Posted by fortyeightjake

Hey Jato, where at in PA do you guys run?

I run anywhere from Pottstown to Perkasie and everywhere in between.

[fortyeightjake]

Cool, I live in MD just south of Lancaster. I may have to run up and play with you guys some time.

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[MattySlimz1987]

Originally Posted by JatoTheRipper

I run anywhere from Pottstown to Perkasie and everywhere in between.

Looks great Mr. Jato, this truck seems to be coming up on its 1 year anniversary for you, I'm glad you have high opinions about it as I'm thinking about picking one up..
How's the soil up that way? We have that red "Indian clay" about 100 or so miles south of there, takes an aggressive pattern to hook up like a TSL or even the original Ripsaws worked great in it.

[JatoTheRipper]

Originally Posted by MattySlimz1987

Looks great Mr. Jato, this truck seems to be coming up on its 1 year anniversary for you, I'm glad you have high opinions about it as I'm thinking about picking one up..
How's the soil up that way? We have that red "Indian clay" about 100 or so miles south of there, takes an aggressive pattern to hook up like a TSL or even the original Ripsaws worked great in it.

Thank you! I love this truck. It's my favorite scaler at this moment. It even dethroned my beloved Sawback. I've never broken anything, but I'm running a sane 35T brushed motor on 2S and 3S.

The only two knocks are the torque twist and it doesn't have a huge aftermarket. The torque twist rarely bothers me and there are a few solutions. And it really doesn't need much of an aftermarket, but it's growing daily with Vanquish axles on the horizon for example.

[MattySlimz1987]

Oh one more thing how did that Hobbyking Turnigy servo work out in it? Is it still pushing? Specs look good for 50 bucks..

[JatoTheRipper]

Originally Posted by MattySlimz1987

Oh one more thing how did that Hobbyking Turnigy servo work out in it? Is it still pushing? Specs look good for 50 bucks..

It's really strong and has worked great for a year or two. Even after an accidental complete submerging of my truck in a stream it still works strong and I have no plans to change it unless it dies. Granted this is not a waterproof servo so I may just have gotten lucky.

[JatoTheRipper]

I got some new goodies for the Ascender.

I'm not sure how long the Holmes Crawlmaster 13T will last with the way I drive and occasionally in mud and water, but I like the performance in my dad's so I'm going to give it a shot.

I also decided to bite on the Vaterra shocks. I think they are overpriced, but I like that they're direct drop in with the correct length and pistons. I'm an engineer so I'm lazy. Haha. I was blown away that they came pre built and even filled with oil. I've never had that with aftermarket shocks. They do seem to be underfilled though. The shafts don't rebound after pushing them in all the way. The shocks are really pretty though!

[Itali83]

Let me know how you like the crawlmaster. I got the 16t for my little Jimmy and have decided to run 3s not 4s because of battery placement and I've already got 3s batteries here to size up yadda yadda yadda.
Ben

[MattySlimz1987]

Those pre-assembled shocks look beautiful.

Doesn't Holmes have they're own motor protector for the rebuildable motors? I think its called a top hat. Not sure how good it works but seems like it would be pretty useful. (Lol, these names I'm seeing here jimmy, top hat...)

[JatoTheRipper]

Originally Posted by MattySlimz1987

Those pre-assembled shocks look beautiful.

Doesn't Holmes have they're own motor protector for the rebuildable motors? I think its called a top hat. Not sure how good it works but seems like it would be pretty useful. (Lol, these names I'm seeing here jimmy, top hat...)

Thanks! They are great looking shocks with vibrant blue and elegant grey anodizing. (That's my attempt at marketing for the day )

The top hat is an interesting part. They are out of stock everywhere they are listed so I'm assuming they're discontinued. I have to say I don't see the point though as they don't seem waste tight. It seems they could easily be replicated with a rubber cap from Caplugs. Thanks for the tip.

[Jeepiac]

Originally Posted by JatoTheRipper

Thanks! They are great looking shocks with vibrant blue and elegant grey anodizing. (That's my attempt at marketing for the day )

The top hat is an interesting part. They are out of stock everywhere they are listed so I'm assuming they're discontinued. I have to say I don't see the point though as they don't seem waste tight. It seems they could easily be replicated with a rubber cap from Caplugs. Thanks for the tip.

You said elegant Something you need to share with the group!?

[JatoTheRipper]

Originally Posted by Jeepiac

You said elegant Something you need to share with the group!?

You mean that I can bullshit with the rest of you guys?

[Junkk5]

I am still looking at the vaterra aluminum shocks , I am currently using twin hammers shocks with axial springs. I would really like to see how yours work, and where they sit at static ride hight. Any pics and or info would be appreciated.

[JatoTheRipper]

Originally Posted by Junkk5

I am still looking at the vaterra aluminum shocks , I am currently using twin hammers shocks with axial springs. I would really like to see how yours work, and where they sit at static ride hight. Any pics and or info would be appreciated.

I have not mounted them yet. My other hobbies have been taking up my time.

I will post photos once they are mounted.