T.O.P. Racing "Photon" 1/10 EP Touring Car
#5116
Tech Elite
iTrader: (2)
Thanks for all the advice especially regarding spares and how to build shocks properly!
Just wondering what some of the regular Photon drivers use for Bodies for rubber carpet racing? ... Speed 6 / LTC-R / R9-R ?
If anyone is still using a ball diff, do you use the associated black grease in the thrust bearing or if Mr. Fairtrance wants to write another essay on this topic that would be fine too.
And going to 2 previous questions: Can you compensate with shock oils to make up for lack of harder springs? And if using Aluminum steering arms b/c the holes are different than the stock plastic ones can you compensate by changing the length of the bell crank?
All answers are much appreciated.
Ivan
Just wondering what some of the regular Photon drivers use for Bodies for rubber carpet racing? ... Speed 6 / LTC-R / R9-R ?
If anyone is still using a ball diff, do you use the associated black grease in the thrust bearing or if Mr. Fairtrance wants to write another essay on this topic that would be fine too.
And going to 2 previous questions: Can you compensate with shock oils to make up for lack of harder springs? And if using Aluminum steering arms b/c the holes are different than the stock plastic ones can you compensate by changing the length of the bell crank?
All answers are much appreciated.
Ivan
#5117
Tech Addict
Thanks for all the advice especially regarding spares and how to build shocks properly!
Just wondering what some of the regular Photon drivers use for Bodies for rubber carpet racing? ... Speed 6 / LTC-R / R9-R ?
If anyone is still using a ball diff, do you use the associated black grease in the thrust bearing or if Mr. Fairtrance wants to write another essay on this topic that would be fine too.
And going to 2 previous questions: Can you compensate with shock oils to make up for lack of harder springs? And if using Aluminum steering arms b/c the holes are different than the stock plastic ones can you compensate by changing the length of the bell crank?
All answers are much appreciated.
Ivan
Just wondering what some of the regular Photon drivers use for Bodies for rubber carpet racing? ... Speed 6 / LTC-R / R9-R ?
If anyone is still using a ball diff, do you use the associated black grease in the thrust bearing or if Mr. Fairtrance wants to write another essay on this topic that would be fine too.
And going to 2 previous questions: Can you compensate with shock oils to make up for lack of harder springs? And if using Aluminum steering arms b/c the holes are different than the stock plastic ones can you compensate by changing the length of the bell crank?
All answers are much appreciated.
Ivan
As for the diff, yes black grease on the thrust, normal grease on the plates/balls
#5118
And if using Aluminum steering arms b/c the holes are different than the stock plastic ones can you compensate by changing the length of the bell crank?
#5119
#5120
Tech Addict
iTrader: (13)
I've jus ordered myself a new photon so I'm tryin to get some info etc on it
I can't seem to find what the internal ratio is of this car, I checked on gear chart.com but it's not listed, only the scythe (are they the same ratio?)
will kimbrough spur gears fit the spur mount?
Are the steel dogbones up front a necesity?
I've ordered the T.O.P mid size servo saver
are there any other "must get" items
I'll be running this in 17.5 rubber asphault
cheers
I can't seem to find what the internal ratio is of this car, I checked on gear chart.com but it's not listed, only the scythe (are they the same ratio?)
will kimbrough spur gears fit the spur mount?
Are the steel dogbones up front a necesity?
I've ordered the T.O.P mid size servo saver
are there any other "must get" items
I'll be running this in 17.5 rubber asphault
cheers
#5122
will kimbrough spur gears fit the spur mount?
Unfortunately, you either need to modify the spur gear (ream out the holes) or the adaptor (trim the pegs) to get them to fit.
Are the steel dogbones up front a necesity?
I've ordered the T.O.P mid size servo saver
are there any other "must get" items
I'll be running this in 17.5 rubber asphault
cheers
are there any other "must get" items
I'll be running this in 17.5 rubber asphault
cheers
#5124
Tech Regular
iTrader: (20)
TOP Photon
I too have just picked up this chassis to run this summer. Its a new to me kit and was setup by the old owner to run 17.5 carpet with 2 runs on it. I plan on running 13.5 tarmac. Can someone direct me to a set up using stock kit parts only.
I plan on stocking up on some parts today and I looking for advice on what spares to buy and tunning options. I am not a great driver so look like steel bones should be at the TOP of my list. I do plan on running carpet in the fall. So a recommend spring selection would help.
I plan on stocking up on some parts today and I looking for advice on what spares to buy and tunning options. I am not a great driver so look like steel bones should be at the TOP of my list. I do plan on running carpet in the fall. So a recommend spring selection would help.
#5125
#5126
I too have just picked up this chassis to run this summer. Its a new to me kit and was setup by the old owner to run 17.5 carpet with 2 runs on it. I plan on running 13.5 tarmac. Can someone direct me to a set up using stock kit parts only.
I plan on stocking up on some parts today and I looking for advice on what spares to buy and tunning options. I am not a great driver so look like steel bones should be at the TOP of my list. I do plan on running carpet in the fall. So a recommend spring selection would help.
I plan on stocking up on some parts today and I looking for advice on what spares to buy and tunning options. I am not a great driver so look like steel bones should be at the TOP of my list. I do plan on running carpet in the fall. So a recommend spring selection would help.
For springs, it depends on how high the grip is. Here in the UK we tend to have lower grip than in the US so only the grade between the kit springs really gets used. From reading US setups, the front end seems to get set a lot harder for the higher grip, but for our tracks, the car doesn't steer if set up that hard!
#5127
#5129
love the photon
I'm currently building the photon and enjoying it, until I got to the roll bar links... I had taken note of the many build tips/blogs around on the build and pre-threaded the plastic link with a 3x10m hex screw several times before attempting to screw in the hollow alu roll bar link.. I got it 99% in and was wanting to get the link flush/square and broke it... these things are made of butter.
The (rubber) kit came with steel outdrives for the spool, should I use these?
Does the steel outdrive use a different screw (into the pulley)?
and... I'm a little confused with the universal shafts and the amendments to the manual..
Should I be using the 46mm in the front and the shorter in the rear + put the plastic C - on the dogbone for the rear... ?
There is a set of shims for the universal shafts.... (one only) should I use these on the shorter rear outdrives to remove the play between the hub and the hex wheel adapter?
The (rubber) kit came with steel outdrives for the spool, should I use these?
Does the steel outdrive use a different screw (into the pulley)?
and... I'm a little confused with the universal shafts and the amendments to the manual..
Should I be using the 46mm in the front and the shorter in the rear + put the plastic C - on the dogbone for the rear... ?
There is a set of shims for the universal shafts.... (one only) should I use these on the shorter rear outdrives to remove the play between the hub and the hex wheel adapter?
#5130
I'm currently building the photon and enjoying it, until I got to the roll bar links... I had taken note of the many build tips/blogs around on the build and pre-threaded the plastic link with a 3x10m hex screw several times before attempting to screw in the hollow alu roll bar link.. I got it 99% in and was wanting to get the link flush/square and broke it... these things are made of butter.
I Broke too, Used a hotbodies parts, most strong than TOP parts...
The (rubber) kit came with steel outdrives for the spool, should I use these?
Yes Use a Steel Outdrive
Does the steel outdrive use a different screw (into the pulley)?
use silver flat head Screw in spool bag
and... I'm a little confused with the universal shafts and the amendments to the manual..
Should I be using the 46mm in the front and the shorter in the rear + put the plastic C - on the dogbone for the rear... ?
yes, alu 46mm in front, alu 44.5 in rear with C-blade
There is a set of shims for the universal shafts.... (one only) should I use these on the shorter rear outdrives to remove the play between the hub and the hex wheel adapter?
in my kit not found a shim, but put 0,2 in rear and 0,1 in front
I Broke too, Used a hotbodies parts, most strong than TOP parts...
The (rubber) kit came with steel outdrives for the spool, should I use these?
Yes Use a Steel Outdrive
Does the steel outdrive use a different screw (into the pulley)?
use silver flat head Screw in spool bag
and... I'm a little confused with the universal shafts and the amendments to the manual..
Should I be using the 46mm in the front and the shorter in the rear + put the plastic C - on the dogbone for the rear... ?
yes, alu 46mm in front, alu 44.5 in rear with C-blade
There is a set of shims for the universal shafts.... (one only) should I use these on the shorter rear outdrives to remove the play between the hub and the hex wheel adapter?
in my kit not found a shim, but put 0,2 in rear and 0,1 in front
careful not to tighten too much ball cup shocks.