New Yokomo TC, the BD-5
10-20-2010, 08:58 PM
#2209
they include chassis weight into the kit which is not included in prev kit (bd5).
newly design motor mount.
i dont see they use less aluminium in bd5w kit...it's same with the bd5 except new motor mount ..
cutting little smaller lowerdeck doesnt make the cost lower...
10-20-2010, 08:59 PM
#2210
FACTORY TEAM TC5R $299.95
FACTORY TEAM TC6 $369.95
T3 EU RUBBER LIPO EDITION $469.00
HOT BODIES TCX $439.95
T.O.P Racing Products Photon $379.99
BD5 World Spec Chassis Kit $635.00
Now look guys. I did not say that the car was anything less than wonderful. I would in fact, love to have one. That does not change the fact that any average club racer can plop down that $635.00 and then get dusted by any of the kits above in the right hands. Now if Volker himself or Masami will show up and drive it, sure I will pay the extra two hundred bucks. Aside from that I will put the change toward another lipo and charger.
FACTORY TEAM TC6 $369.95
T3 EU RUBBER LIPO EDITION $469.00
HOT BODIES TCX $439.95
T.O.P Racing Products Photon $379.99
BD5 World Spec Chassis Kit $635.00
Now look guys. I did not say that the car was anything less than wonderful. I would in fact, love to have one. That does not change the fact that any average club racer can plop down that $635.00 and then get dusted by any of the kits above in the right hands. Now if Volker himself or Masami will show up and drive it, sure I will pay the extra two hundred bucks. Aside from that I will put the change toward another lipo and charger.
10-20-2010, 10:56 PM
#2211
everyone is making great points! I love this hobby to death but having to hear from another that they can't get a brand they want/support cause of $$$ just sucks! I really want everyone to drive this chassis cause it is by far super stable all around! If you really love Yoke I would recommend their r12. KS are you a Factory driver and have you driven the r12? I need some set up help!
10-20-2010, 11:53 PM
#2212
10-21-2010, 12:28 AM
#2213
My BD5 ready to run weight 1420gr (inculding body) with no extra weight on the chassis.
By watching some pictures from last weekend ETS race I noticed that Martin add weight in front, middle and in the back of the car so 70gr maybe more). That make the car almost reach 1500gr!?
Why add so much weight on the car when the minimum weight limit for the car is 1350gr?
Do you ride the car with 50-50 front and rear weight balance?
Doesn't this extra weight have a negative impact on the car's performances?
By watching some pictures from last weekend ETS race I noticed that Martin add weight in front, middle and in the back of the car so 70gr maybe more). That make the car almost reach 1500gr!?
Why add so much weight on the car when the minimum weight limit for the car is 1350gr?
Do you ride the car with 50-50 front and rear weight balance?
Doesn't this extra weight have a negative impact on the car's performances?
10-21-2010, 12:40 AM
#2214
10-21-2010, 12:49 AM
#2215
FACTORY TEAM TC5R $299.95
FACTORY TEAM TC6 $369.95
T3 EU RUBBER LIPO EDITION $469.00
HOT BODIES TCX $439.95
T.O.P Racing Products Photon $379.99
BD5 World Spec Chassis Kit $635.00
Now look guys. I did not say that the car was anything less than wonderful. I would in fact, love to have one. That does not change the fact that any average club racer can plop down that $635.00 and then get dusted by any of the kits above in the right hands. Now if Volker himself or Masami will show up and drive it, sure I will pay the extra two hundred bucks. Aside from that I will put the change toward another lipo and charger.
FACTORY TEAM TC6 $369.95
T3 EU RUBBER LIPO EDITION $469.00
HOT BODIES TCX $439.95
T.O.P Racing Products Photon $379.99
BD5 World Spec Chassis Kit $635.00
Now look guys. I did not say that the car was anything less than wonderful. I would in fact, love to have one. That does not change the fact that any average club racer can plop down that $635.00 and then get dusted by any of the kits above in the right hands. Now if Volker himself or Masami will show up and drive it, sure I will pay the extra two hundred bucks. Aside from that I will put the change toward another lipo and charger.
Tamiya 416x is $535
Its why we have a choice... its the premium car at the moment. AE is always going to have the best price. They are owned and run by Thunder Tiger. All their kits are made in China or Taiwan at THEIR factories that are making lots of other products as well so the cost will always be low.
It is what it is. Thats why I don't drive a CLS 65 AMG! LOL
10-21-2010, 01:17 AM
#2216
T3'11 is $495
Tamiya 416x is $535
Its why we have a choice... its the premium car at the moment. AE is always going to have the best price. They are owned and run by Thunder Tiger. All their kits are made in China or Taiwan at THEIR factories that are making lots of other products as well so the cost will always be low.
It is what it is. Thats why I don't drive a CLS 65 AMG! LOL
Tamiya 416x is $535
Its why we have a choice... its the premium car at the moment. AE is always going to have the best price. They are owned and run by Thunder Tiger. All their kits are made in China or Taiwan at THEIR factories that are making lots of other products as well so the cost will always be low.
It is what it is. Thats why I don't drive a CLS 65 AMG! LOL
10-21-2010, 04:27 AM
#2217
^I would not call that fair... trf416x $439 from rcmart.
10-21-2010, 05:01 AM
#2218
Mazda speed light
Speed Passion 10.5T
Speed Passion GT 2.0
KO Low profil 2413
Spektrum micro receiver
LRP 5900 50C
LRP CPX tyres
The total weight 1405 gr
The BD5 is stock with steel driveshaft and the same options than every body (spool, steel spool outdrive, body mount, Anti roll bar mount, etc)
Are you using some light weight parts? I know the titanium screw set but are there other parts to make the car lightest?
10-21-2010, 07:47 AM
#2219
T3'11 is $495
Tamiya 416x is $535
Its why we have a choice... its the premium car at the moment. AE is always going to have the best price. They are owned and run by Thunder Tiger. All their kits are made in China or Taiwan at THEIR factories that are making lots of other products as well so the cost will always be low.
It is what it is. Thats why I don't drive a CLS 65 AMG! LOL
Tamiya 416x is $535
Its why we have a choice... its the premium car at the moment. AE is always going to have the best price. They are owned and run by Thunder Tiger. All their kits are made in China or Taiwan at THEIR factories that are making lots of other products as well so the cost will always be low.
It is what it is. Thats why I don't drive a CLS 65 AMG! LOL
