3 racing new F1
#1
3 racing new F1
3 RACING NEW F1 - Sakura FGX
new generation ???
new generation ???
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Last edited by academygaz; 05-12-2011 at 06:31 AM.
#5
Tech Initiate
It's hard to tell, but it also looks like it's running HPI (hex) style wheels/tires all around, which means they won't be compatible with Tamiya stuff (except old F201 wheels/tires).
I'd personally really like to see the F1 classes move in this direction, as it seems odd that the real-world pinnacle of racing is a spec pan-car class in R/C. But, I already got burned by the F201, which was released to much fanfare then not supported at all by Tamiya, who abandoned the high-tech concept to go back and release more F103 cars and eventually the F104.
Edit: Just noticed a couple more things; looks like it's a 2-speed gearbox.
Also: What's with the "spare" screw-holes in the chassis, and adjustable turnbuckle below the damper pushrods that ties the rear transmission/bulkhead to the front of the upper chassis (see quoted picture below)? Is this going to be an adjustable wheelbase car? Just speculation on my part...
#6
Is it me , or does that car look like 1/8 th scale?
Either way , it is very nice , and I should have one!
Either way , it is very nice , and I should have one!
#7
Tech Master
that looks fantastic!
#9
3Racing is Sakura, Sakura is just a brand name of 3Racing.
#12
Tech Elite
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I'm guessing on another aspect, but there are teeth in the front suspension bulkheads which might be for adjustable caster. That would be MUCH appreciated!
My only fear is F/R weight bias. Most RWD r/c cars have a distinct rearward bias, but this car has the battery extending fairly far forward.
p.s.-I MUST HAVE ONE.
#13
Tech Champion
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That tie rod is the "upper deck" and judging by it's proximity to the motor cavity, I doubt a standard carbon/fiberglass upper deck would have had any good mounting points. Case in point, the upper rear suspension arm mounts are SUPER close to the pushrod rockers, so no room for a proper piece of material there.
I'm guessing on another aspect, but there are teeth in the front suspension bulkheads which might be for adjustable caster. That would be MUCH appreciated!
My only fear is F/R weight bias. Most RWD r/c cars have a distinct rearward bias, but this car has the battery extending fairly far forward.
p.s.-I MUST HAVE ONE.
I'm guessing on another aspect, but there are teeth in the front suspension bulkheads which might be for adjustable caster. That would be MUCH appreciated!
My only fear is F/R weight bias. Most RWD r/c cars have a distinct rearward bias, but this car has the battery extending fairly far forward.
p.s.-I MUST HAVE ONE.
#14
Tech Regular
On the other hand i don't think independent rear suspensions can result in a significant performance advantage over solid axle suspensions.
#15
Tech Addict
Thats a lot of camber lift..
Rollbar mount at the back i think.. look closely at the rear suspention pictures.
there is a small umbrako screw there.
Coolest car i have seen for a looong time.
Rollbar mount at the back i think.. look closely at the rear suspention pictures.
there is a small umbrako screw there.
Coolest car i have seen for a looong time.