1/8-Scale Buggy Shootout
#1
R/C Tech Founder
Thread Starter
1/8-Scale Buggy Shootout
Hey guys,
Over at XRC we just completed a comprehensive shootout of the top six 1/8-scale buggies in the US market. We've posted a video and the drivers' diaries at our website: www.rc411.com
The issue should be in subscribers' hands now and on newsstands in about a week, if not sooner. Be sure to check it out, and we'd love to hear any feedback you might have!
Over at XRC we just completed a comprehensive shootout of the top six 1/8-scale buggies in the US market. We've posted a video and the drivers' diaries at our website: www.rc411.com
The issue should be in subscribers' hands now and on newsstands in about a week, if not sooner. Be sure to check it out, and we'd love to hear any feedback you might have!
#4
Futureal,
I started my subscription yesterday because of the shootout. Is there anyway you could email me the setup yall used for the Jammin? I also just bought this buggy because of the shootout on Monday.
I started my subscription yesterday because of the shootout. Is there anyway you could email me the setup yall used for the Jammin? I also just bought this buggy because of the shootout on Monday.
#5
1/8 shoot out
read the article and it is very good. The Ofna camp sent the Jammin and not the Hyper 7. Might be suprised on the results.
#7
R/C Tech Founder
Thread Starter
v0rtex: The Hyper 7 was not included because OFNA chose to enter the Jammin instead (as buggyman said).
Brad8283: I will ask Stephen tomorrow if we have those typed up somewhere.
Brad8283: I will ask Stephen tomorrow if we have those typed up somewhere.
#8
Tech Initiate
was the GS the CL1 or the older storm?
Last edited by sokevin; 07-27-2005 at 01:27 AM.
#9
it was the avenger
#10
Originally Posted by v0rtex
What no Hyper 7 in the test? TQ at the worlds not good enough?
#11
The CL-1 was released only three days ago. I really want to see a test of this buggy.
#12
Registered User
Brad8283, congrats on your Jammin' buggy purchase--it's a sweet ride.
The basic set up we started with is Jay Halsey's base setup he uses for almost all tracks. We obviously tweaked the set up slightly as needed for the exact track we ran at Thunder Alley, but this is an excellent starting point:
Front
5000 wt diff silicone
40wt Associated shock oil, blue springs, stock pistons
-2 camber
+1 toe out
Middle hole ackerman plate
Middle hole upper arm hinge-pin plate (roll center)
Middle hole on shock tower
Center
7000 diff oil
stock spur gear
Rear
2000 diff oil
35wt Associated shock oil, blue springs, stock pistons
-3 camber
-3 toe-in plate
Short wheelbase (all spacers to back)
Middle hole on shock tower
Inside middle camber link hole on tower
Outer camber link hole on rear hub
Proline Crimefighters Tires
Nova P5 engine, OD99 plug, OD 30% fuel
Stock clutch, 1.0 springs (stock)
That will get you going with a great starting point, enjoy.
The basic set up we started with is Jay Halsey's base setup he uses for almost all tracks. We obviously tweaked the set up slightly as needed for the exact track we ran at Thunder Alley, but this is an excellent starting point:
Front
5000 wt diff silicone
40wt Associated shock oil, blue springs, stock pistons
-2 camber
+1 toe out
Middle hole ackerman plate
Middle hole upper arm hinge-pin plate (roll center)
Middle hole on shock tower
Center
7000 diff oil
stock spur gear
Rear
2000 diff oil
35wt Associated shock oil, blue springs, stock pistons
-3 camber
-3 toe-in plate
Short wheelbase (all spacers to back)
Middle hole on shock tower
Inside middle camber link hole on tower
Outer camber link hole on rear hub
Proline Crimefighters Tires
Nova P5 engine, OD99 plug, OD 30% fuel
Stock clutch, 1.0 springs (stock)
That will get you going with a great starting point, enjoy.
#13
Stephen,
Thanks alot
Brady
Thanks alot
Brady
#14
TTR S3 Set Up
Ok...well, I see the TTR didn't fare well in the shootout...kinda disappointing seeing as I already have one. All in all, mine runs very well and has been very durable all season long. I would like to know your set up though...just for gits n shiggles...thx XRC
#15
Finding the right set up with that TTR is the difference between a piece of garbage and a great car. Something as small as tightening your sway bar 1mm makes a huge handling difference.
I'll try and find the base line set up's that we've been using in our area with great luck.
I'll try and find the base line set up's that we've been using in our area with great luck.