1LikesU.S. Vintage Trans-Am Racing
04-19-2010, 09:01 AM
#8540
Tech Rookie
Newbie VTA Chassis Questions
I'm looking to build a VTA and have been researching which is the best chassis to start with. I'm a beginer and am leaning towards an associated TC3 or TC4 that I can pick up fairly cheaply on ebay. I can't find a list or real consensus on preferred chassis for the class, but I see a lot of peaple running these.
Also is there anywhere in south florida where this class is running. I'd like to get involved r/c racing and this seems like an affordable way to do it. Thanks
Also is there anywhere in south florida where this class is running. I'd like to get involved r/c racing and this seems like an affordable way to do it. Thanks
04-19-2010, 09:20 AM
#8541
Tech Adept
iTrader: (1)
Lots of old stuff
I'm looking to build a VTA and have been researching which is the best chassis to start with. I'm a beginer and am leaning towards an associated TC3 or TC4 that I can pick up fairly cheaply on ebay. I can't find a list or real consensus on preferred chassis for the class, but I see a lot of peaple running these.
Also is there anywhere in south florida where this class is running. I'd like to get involved r/c racing and this seems like an affordable way to do it. Thanks
Also is there anywhere in south florida where this class is running. I'd like to get involved r/c racing and this seems like an affordable way to do it. Thanks
04-19-2010, 12:13 PM
#8543
Many chassis are good for VTA whether it's a Tamiya or anything else. The TB02 should do fine but that gear restricting motor mount might cause some grief. Overall the TC4 or Evo 3,4 or 5 would be better if you prefer shaft drive. If you consider a new chassis...take a hard look at the Ofna JL-10E.
As for VTA in Florida...almost non existent...except here in Central Florida !!
Feel free to come race with us. We're going back to VTA slowly as the new rules get closer so by September we'll be totally legit VTA. We might even do some Vintage Oval racing under the new rules. Give us a shout when you're ready.
As for VTA in Florida...almost non existent...except here in Central Florida !!
Feel free to come race with us. We're going back to VTA slowly as the new rules get closer so by September we'll be totally legit VTA. We might even do some Vintage Oval racing under the new rules. Give us a shout when you're ready.
04-20-2010, 05:52 AM
#8547
Suspended
I'd venture that about 3500 of the 8500 posts on this thread start with, "Why can't I ..." This ain't Formula 1. Hell, it ain't even NASCAR.
VTA is a fun class. The competition is on the track and in the pits, not at the ATM. The tight product spec is a big help to a new racer. He can take the one-page rules sheet to his LHS and get an outfit with a minimum of fuss. It's also great for experienced racers who'd rather spend time testing the effect of bacon fat in ball cups than downloading the latest and greatest turbo profile on their turbo laptop with $500 worth of data logging software.
VTA is a state-of-mind. If you like the realistic look, the nostalgia, the camaraderie and the close racing, belly up to the bar and have a drink. It helps to be a cheap bastard as well.
There are plenty of other classes to run where you can get your jollies in a full-on gear war. I respect those guys and if I ever get the VTA grin off my face, I might join them. Until then, I'm lovin' VTA the way it is. Robk has done a marvelous job.
VTA is a fun class. The competition is on the track and in the pits, not at the ATM. The tight product spec is a big help to a new racer. He can take the one-page rules sheet to his LHS and get an outfit with a minimum of fuss. It's also great for experienced racers who'd rather spend time testing the effect of bacon fat in ball cups than downloading the latest and greatest turbo profile on their turbo laptop with $500 worth of data logging software.
VTA is a state-of-mind. If you like the realistic look, the nostalgia, the camaraderie and the close racing, belly up to the bar and have a drink. It helps to be a cheap bastard as well.
There are plenty of other classes to run where you can get your jollies in a full-on gear war. I respect those guys and if I ever get the VTA grin off my face, I might join them. Until then, I'm lovin' VTA the way it is. Robk has done a marvelous job.
04-20-2010, 06:03 AM
#8549
Suspended
04-20-2010, 06:21 AM
#8550
you have to open the chassis, due to the fact that not everyone can get an older tc chassis....and or get parts....but Ive seen everything from T3's to old Yoko's and HPI Sprint 2 chassis due very well in this class....and my TC3 or 5 do very good with the slower speeds