Tamiya TRF416 / TRF416WE / TRF416X
#9631
Tech Lord
iTrader: (32)
The redesigned top deck that comes with the LiPo chassis is cut in such a way that the car can accomodate much larger pinion gears without requiring any modification. For my 17.5 in the "spec" class, I'm running a 54T pinion (100T spur) with no problems at all. In fact, I could probably go up to a 57T or so if I had to. With all past iterations of the car, getting anything larger in there required a decent amount of filing.
I kinda hope future versions of the LiPo chassis assume you'll run your belts flipped, and do away with the larger cutouts so you can run pulleys either way. I've already seen one damaged chassis from a side impact, something which never affected other chassis for this car. It also seems like the rear edge is more susceptible to damage than before.
I ran my last pack before IIC tonight. Now it's time to strip down the X and get it ready for Vegas. I've tried all sorts of setups, but in the end, Jilles Snowbirds setup has worked the best for me with very few changes, and is what I'm going with as my starting point next week. It sounds like Tamiya isn't sending the TRF team, so it'll probably just be a couple of privateers carrying the banner for the greatest car ever made. We'll do our best to represent.
I kinda hope future versions of the LiPo chassis assume you'll run your belts flipped, and do away with the larger cutouts so you can run pulleys either way. I've already seen one damaged chassis from a side impact, something which never affected other chassis for this car. It also seems like the rear edge is more susceptible to damage than before.
I ran my last pack before IIC tonight. Now it's time to strip down the X and get it ready for Vegas. I've tried all sorts of setups, but in the end, Jilles Snowbirds setup has worked the best for me with very few changes, and is what I'm going with as my starting point next week. It sounds like Tamiya isn't sending the TRF team, so it'll probably just be a couple of privateers carrying the banner for the greatest car ever made. We'll do our best to represent.
#9633
Tech Elite
iTrader: (15)
I think it depends on the carpet and tires. On foams, you definitely want to go stiffer in most cases. On rubbers, it depends on the grip levels. Ronald Volker pretty much dominated the last European carpet season with a flexy Yokomo so more flex definitely helped him there. BTW, the Smokem 416LP I have is stiffer than stock and probably similar to a 2.5mm Tamiya. And it's also more lipo friendly.
#9634
#9636
Tech Lord
iTrader: (32)
Thanks! Tamiya USA doesn't seem to have much of an on-road team, if any. There will be plenty of guys there from XRay, AE and HB with full factory support though. And not just for mod. I think the super stock clases are taken more seriously than mod in this country. Rumor has it Hara and Moore will be entering the boosted 17.5 class! I hope they're ready!
#9637
Thanks! Tamiya USA doesn't seem to have much of an on-road team, if any. There will be plenty of guys there from XRay, AE and HB with full factory support though. And not just for mod. I think the super stock clases are taken more seriously than mod in this country. Rumor has it Hara and Moore will be entering the boosted 17.5 class! I hope they're ready!
#9638
Tech Addict
I broke the tiny screw which goes into the wheel hex. What is the part number for the screw thanks
#9640
Tech Fanatic
iTrader: (27)
If any one is interested, I found one of these on the Tamiya America site. I got mine yesterday and it gets a A+ for the bling factor! price is good too! I think its a Tamiya fan must-have!
http://www.tamiyausa.com/product/ite...oduct-id=53655
http://www.tamiyausa.com/product/ite...oduct-id=53655
#9641
Tech Elite
iTrader: (15)
If any one is interested, I found one of these on the Tamiya America site. I got mine yesterday and it gets a A+ for the bling factor! price is good too! I think its a Tamiya fan must-have!
http://www.tamiyausa.com/product/ite...oduct-id=53655
http://www.tamiyausa.com/product/ite...oduct-id=53655
#9642
Hey Guys
I own a 416WE and I was wondering if any of you guys know if the LIPO upgrade for the 416X can fit it..... Any idea?
I own a 416WE and I was wondering if any of you guys know if the LIPO upgrade for the 416X can fit it..... Any idea?
#9645
Some people said TRF417 will coming this November