U.S. Vintage Trans-Am Racing
#7921
Tech Master
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Ahh, I meant behind the pinion. Thanks for catching that, there is of course no webbing behind the spur .
The smallest spur I've ever put on the TC3/TC4 has been an 81, I've never needed to go smaller than that. I like to gear between 4.2/4.5 which I can easily hit with an 81.
The smallest spur I've ever put on the TC3/TC4 has been an 81, I've never needed to go smaller than that. I like to gear between 4.2/4.5 which I can easily hit with an 81.
Last edited by trerc; 01-29-2010 at 03:51 AM.
#7922
Shot this video yesterday of my buddy's VTA-TC5 Camero and thought Id share it with you guys. 44sec
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9rbPNDmkvRI
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9rbPNDmkvRI
#7923
Tech Lord
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You guys arguing about using older speedos are missing one key point. This class is not designed to be a second class for racers. It's designed to bring new people into the hobby! That means they don't have old stuff they can use. A new racer in VTA can buy an inexpensive car, and the Novak motor/speedo combo is cheaper than most high end racing speedos alone. This is a good way of getting their feet wet in racing. If they really like it then they will step up to the faster more expensive cars.
Also individual clubs can always set the rules up for their needs, based on their track and who's racing. The only time you have to worry about legal motors or speedos would be if you go to a USVTA race. Contrary to popular opinion, not everybody travels.
Also individual clubs can always set the rules up for their needs, based on their track and who's racing. The only time you have to worry about legal motors or speedos would be if you go to a USVTA race. Contrary to popular opinion, not everybody travels.
#7924
Tech Master
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Thanks guys for the suggestions. Rob, I brought up the idea of putting a chicane in the straight to eliminate the advantage of high timing, but it never happened. Perhaps i will bring that up again and see if we can get that working for us. I will absorb this info and see if i can work up a plan that will work for all in our group. Thanks guys.
#7925
Tech Fanatic
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You guys arguing about using older speedos are missing one key point. This class is not designed to be a second class for racers. It's designed to bring new people into the hobby! That means they don't have old stuff they can use. A new racer in VTA can buy an inexpensive car, and the Novak motor/speedo combo is cheaper than most high end racing speedos alone. This is a good way of getting their feet wet in racing. If they really like it then they will step up to the faster more expensive cars.
#7926
Hey Fellas, I just have a question about an older car...The Associated TC4...My lady is looking to get into the Vintage TA class. I'm seeing a lot of good deals when it comes to the TC4, which I "believe" would be a good car to start her out with..I stress the word good. Do any of you still run the TC4? If so, is it solid car for Vintage TA?
#7928
Tech Adept
iTrader: (10)
Hello,
I would like to convert my TA05R and join the VTA Class. Got the Tires, Body and 21.5. We run on a track that is kinda technical (95 x 40). I currently have a 98 spur and have pinions from 30 - 40 (64p). Any one having a TA05 recommend a spur/gear combo?
thanks !
I would like to convert my TA05R and join the VTA Class. Got the Tires, Body and 21.5. We run on a track that is kinda technical (95 x 40). I currently have a 98 spur and have pinions from 30 - 40 (64p). Any one having a TA05 recommend a spur/gear combo?
thanks !
#7929
Tech Regular
iTrader: (17)
A 60 tooth Robinson Racing spur in 48 pitch. I ran a 69 tooth Kimbrough with a 33 tooth pinion which worked well at our track. If you want to run a 34T or 35T pinion you will need to modify the motor mount and webbing on the chassis. There are pictures of this mod on the VTA setup topic.
#7933
Tech Master
iTrader: (89)
Just to clear things up a bit.. the BRP stuff will not work on the TC4. The bumpers on the TC3 are much different, you can use the NTC3 front bumper if you choose but the Parma hard bumper is a much better option. In fact I will say buy it for the TC3, TC4, and TC5, on the 4 and 5 it will pay for itself in the first few races. The BRP nerf bars won't work as there isn't enough room for the nylocks between the chassis and heatsink. With that said there's alot of stuff that will swap between the TC3 and TC4 there's also some Losi xxx-s parts that were popular upgrades in the TC4 days such as the rear hub carriers and front caster/steering blocks.
Anyway the best thing to do is get into the older threads and read on.
Anyway the best thing to do is get into the older threads and read on.
#7934
Thanks to all the great discussions and some occasional moaning and screaming by VTA drivers on this forum; and eventually some ballsy decisions by the VTA head honchos ....our club is returning to VTA !!! We are returning to our original plan to run both VTA and RCGT type races using only the VTA motor/esc rules. RCGT will be offered only as an infrequent special event. Our primary focus will be VTA. As far as I know, we'll be the only group in Florida offering VTA.
Anybody up for a trip to Florida in the future for a Nationals ??!!
Thanks All !!!
Anybody up for a trip to Florida in the future for a Nationals ??!!
Thanks All !!!
#7935
Tech Champion
iTrader: (4)
Video of Ohio race.......
I found a video of the Ohio A Main win by Arvin.........Enjoy
www.youtube.com/watch?v=TTBRge6W_YI
www.youtube.com/watch?v=TTBRge6W_YI
Last edited by Slotmachine; 01-29-2010 at 09:14 PM. Reason: Repair link