Share any 17.5 Sc tips and tricks
04-19-2012, 10:52 AM
#31
Less throttle.
There are 2 things working against you when you turn.
#1 - Forward motion. If you don't slowdown enough before the turn, then your forward momentum will keep you going... well, forward.
#2 - Weight transfer. Whenever you stab/squeeze/etc. the throttle, the rear of the vehicle squats. This transfers more weight to the rear to help with forward acceleration. Unfortunately, this is at the expense of taking weight off of the front end of the truck.
Start with braking before the turn, and trying to carry as much momentium as you can. Power out of the turn.
Slow in, fast out.
There are 2 things working against you when you turn.
#1 - Forward motion. If you don't slowdown enough before the turn, then your forward momentum will keep you going... well, forward.
#2 - Weight transfer. Whenever you stab/squeeze/etc. the throttle, the rear of the vehicle squats. This transfers more weight to the rear to help with forward acceleration. Unfortunately, this is at the expense of taking weight off of the front end of the truck.
Start with braking before the turn, and trying to carry as much momentium as you can. Power out of the turn.
Slow in, fast out.
I am pretty good at using my brake to slide my rear around but I loose a lot of power and start from a dead stop heading into my jumps.
Would stiffer springs help in the rear also?
04-20-2012, 08:34 AM
#32
Best tipturn your end bell timing up.that will give you a little extra power.then focus on not losing forward momentum!and secondly ,consistancy rules the day!and lastly in 17.5 racing go to track and gear your truck as tall as you can so after 5-6 mins its at 160!dont gear it so you can make practice runs that are 18-20 then reach 160!
04-21-2012, 09:10 AM
#33
would a higher C rated battery really make a difference?
04-21-2012, 11:21 AM
#34
04-21-2012, 11:43 AM
#36
got it...im sure ill have more questions..lol
11-06-2012, 04:00 PM
#37
Sorry to dig up an old thread, but I'm looking to switch over to 17.5 blinky in a xxx-sct. Running an RS Pro and Tekin 17.5, are there any setup tips that haven't been mentioned here? I realize momentum is king and consistancy wins races, but a fast truck doesn't hurt.
I am new to the hobby, so this class forces you to learn to drive at a slower speed, but still find speed where you can. Eventually I hope to move up in classes, but for now, need to do what I can to make the truck better than the driver.
I am new to the hobby, so this class forces you to learn to drive at a slower speed, but still find speed where you can. Eventually I hope to move up in classes, but for now, need to do what I can to make the truck better than the driver.
11-06-2012, 07:25 PM
#38
Endbell timing determines where you get max torque in the rpm range of the motor. Tall gearing=low endbell. Short gearing=high endbell. Get a 12.5 mm high torque rotor and set the truck up so it's responsive but EASY TO DRIVE. If you have to make corrections to keep it going the right way you're losing time and scrubbing speed. Corner speed and stability are extremely important, but between every corner is a drag race. Ceramic bearings help too, or you can take all the grease out of the bearings and use light bearing oil. You'd be amazed what a difference it makes but that's more advanced stuff. Smooth driving and practice practice practice. Hit the same spots at the same speed every lap.
11-07-2012, 09:44 AM
#40
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