43LikesTeam Associated RC8B4e
06-05-2022, 07:18 PM
#46
https://img2.associatedelectrics.com...20printing.zip
It can be found on this page.
https://www.associatedelectrics.com/...anuals_setups/
You could also source it from Shapeways but I don't know how economical it is for you.
https://www.shapeways.com/product/FS...77359&li=shops
06-06-2022, 05:50 PM
#47
The kicker I think is how aggressive we can drive and gear these cars now with better electronics and shorter mains.
06-07-2022, 05:44 AM
#48
Tech Apprentice
Anybody found skid plates that fit?
06-11-2022, 03:03 PM
#50
AE needs to include a longer battery tray as standard equipment. Those shorty batteries will not hold up in the heat.
06-12-2022, 08:34 AM
#51
I can’t think of a reason why battery format would have a significant impact on their ability to perform in heat, so long as capacity and c-rating are adequate to withstand the loads. AE’s HQ is in Southern California where it gets quite hot and from what I can see, short packs are in widespread use. I trust they’ve tested this extensively.
Last edited by Davidka; 06-17-2022 at 03:22 PM.
06-17-2022, 01:41 PM
#53
So I went out testing today for the first track test of the rc8b4e and i feel the front of the chassis digs in way bad. The track has a kicker and the bumper would literally gouge the face, as well as the face of a fast triple too. Is anyone else having issues like this. I ran my Serpent E buggy, as well as my Nitro buggy, SCTE3.0 and B74 and no other car i have digs the jump faces and landings like this. I tried several changes, to try and help, but even with the front end almost at full extension at ride height, it still did it. I feel like the front block and chassis are too far out front of the wheels and not enough chassis kick up.
06-17-2022, 03:25 PM
#54
So I went out testing today for the first track test of the rc8b4e and i feel the front of the chassis digs in way bad. The track has a kicker and the bumper would literally gouge the face, as well as the face of a fast triple too. Is anyone else having issues like this. I ran my Serpent E buggy, as well as my Nitro buggy, SCTE3.0 and B74 and no other car i have digs the jump faces and landings like this. I tried several changes, to try and help, but even with the front end almost at full extension at ride height, it still did it. I feel like the front block and chassis are too far out front of the wheels and not enough chassis kick up.
You might try adding some kick angle to the front arms. This has an anti squat effect under power. It might make entry steering more aggressive too.
You may also try moving the shock to the outer hole on the front arm if you’re not already.
06-17-2022, 04:30 PM
#55
How is it handling everywhere else?
You might try adding some kick angle to the front arms. This has an anti squat effect under power. It might make entry steering more aggressive too.
You may also try moving the shock to the outer hole on the front arm if you’re not already.
You might try adding some kick angle to the front arms. This has an anti squat effect under power. It might make entry steering more aggressive too.
You may also try moving the shock to the outer hole on the front arm if you’re not already.
06-19-2022, 02:08 PM
#56
Lipo mah size minimum?
Hello. Would 5500mah shorties be enough for this buggy with a 1900kv or 2150kv motor for a 10 minute main? Thanks
06-19-2022, 04:55 PM
#57
I was able to install a regular 4s battery by trimming the rear of the battery tray. It was a tight fit and never came loose even after a cartwheel and 6x6 mailbox post. The esc did not make it. Nevertheless, I have ordered a 4 s shorty and will also order a new esc.
06-19-2022, 04:57 PM
#58
This car is stupid fast. I need to settle the front end, but the lighter shorty will probably help with that!
06-19-2022, 05:01 PM
#59
06-19-2022, 05:52 PM
#60
The car handles really well. I tried shocks in all positions, tried fluid and pack changes, tire choice, changing pills to help, nothing stopped the issue. Even making it basically work poorly and push by running the front end way to high. The biggest issue is that when i jump nose down as i prefer to limit air time, it digs in and slows the car at the bottom of the transition. I will try some more stuff this weekend at the race, but i am not sure it will be curable.