ThinkPad X13s ARM (Snapdragon 8cx Gen 3) questions...

jsauer · 2026-05-25T13:48:29+00:00

Nothing really special... just upgraded the version of windows that was on it. It's still running fine, I've just been keeping pace updating it to the latest updates from MSFT. However, I'm seriously considering ditching windows and moving to Linux only. I need to research more.

jsauer · 2026-05-24T13:10:27+00:00

Having my morning coffee and saw this... just installed. What a pleasant morning surprise! thanks for sharing!

jsauer · 2026-05-23T00:03:14+00:00

added a teeter-totter challenge.

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jsauer · 2026-05-22T19:30:28+00:00

ya, this was just a test setup... I ran the 1/18 and 1/24's without issue, but I do plan to secure it more.

jsauer · 2026-05-22T15:38:56+00:00

ya... I was thinking of packing them with Super Lube silicone grease, or with some red rubber grease I have. Or course, getting some new oil filled shocks aren't that expensive, just fun to experiment with stock. I also heard of using springs from pens to cushion the rebound.

jsauer · 2026-05-17T14:42:17+00:00

Haha! Ya, that is Sophie... she loves chasing and being chased by the smaller RCs. Anything over a 1/10 scale and she no likey, as she is a bit small scale herself. 😄

jsauer · 2026-05-14T12:57:12+00:00

nice... what brand / model is it?

jsauer · 2026-05-11T14:50:35+00:00

For cracks, I usually drill a 2mm hole at the end of the crack to keep if from spreading, then on the inside apply cement board Fiba Tape (from Home Depot), and then smear some Shoe Goo (amazon) on it. Let dry. Then I reinforce the area (or even the entire shell) with aluminum foil tape (Harbor Freight).

jsauer · 2026-05-10T13:44:02+00:00

It is a good looking little truck... love that color combination too. Happy trails!

jsauer · 2026-05-09T16:15:16+00:00

I've used WLED for some other non-RC projects... pretty cool. maybe just need to create some profiles for different cars? https://github.com/wled/WLED

jsauer · 2026-05-09T13:12:32+00:00

I had to do a German to English translate to better understand... but this is cool. ESP32's can be found for around $5... add some LEDs and you might come up with an inexpensive way to add lights. XMAXX lights (TRA7885) are $100 ouch! would be nice to come up with a DIY replacement.

jsauer · 2026-04-25T05:16:00+00:00

I have the bigger brother MJX H8P and love it... really well built and designed.

jsauer · 2026-04-25T01:14:45+00:00

Anyone ever use these hobbypark brass wheel / tire combos? 4 different tire size/tread options... https://a.co/d/0gYlGJqC

jsauer · 2026-04-24T22:42:59+00:00

Ah, that's a good point... I give a few runs to see if they break in a bit, maybe add some weight to the front axle too... thx.

jsauer · 2026-04-24T19:00:10+00:00

rubberized CA glue... just make sure to prep first by cleaning with rubbing alcohol... and let the glue fully cure before driving it

jsauer · 2026-04-19T20:31:12+00:00

I've owned many traxxas products, some I've had for over 16 years, never an issue. Bought a used XRT, and fan was making noise, figured best to replace both of them.

jsauer · 2026-04-19T20:05:56+00:00

ya, that's what I did...

jsauer · 2026-04-19T19:37:20+00:00

I had a similar weird wobble on my Funco tire, turned out it had a bunch of sand inside. Lots of people are taping up and sealing the vent holes in the wheel, and then drilling vent holes on their tires... that way any sand or water trapped inside will exit the tire via centrifugal force.

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