Hot Bodies Cyclone
11-02-2009, 05:26 PM
http://hotbodiesonline.com/products/en/66898.html
11-02-2009, 05:29 PM
I didn't measure the turnbuckles but HB has a wrench for it.
http://hotbodiesonline.com/products/en/66898.html
http://hotbodiesonline.com/products/en/66898.html
thanks!
11-02-2009, 06:48 PM
no please don't.
get the hard version type. they hardly ever break, I have not broken one for months (no joke). And when they do break, they simply break unlike aluminum which could bend and screw up your setup and you may never know what it is.
/rant
on a better note, I tired the Exotek chassis; PURE AWESOMENESS.
My car has never handled better, it has much harder turn in characteristics (i dialed a little out but I like the fact it has the capability to give you that much turn in if you need it). It also has amazing transitioning from left to right turns vice versa, I really notice it in the chicanes and s's, I was overtaking absolutely everyone in those sections. In short, it feels like I am driving a foam car. Only without the twitchiness.
The only criticism I have is the method of taping the battery in, it is a total pain in the ass. But it is worth it.
get the hard version type. they hardly ever break, I have not broken one for months (no joke). And when they do break, they simply break unlike aluminum which could bend and screw up your setup and you may never know what it is.
/rant
on a better note, I tired the Exotek chassis; PURE AWESOMENESS.
My car has never handled better, it has much harder turn in characteristics (i dialed a little out but I like the fact it has the capability to give you that much turn in if you need it). It also has amazing transitioning from left to right turns vice versa, I really notice it in the chicanes and s's, I was overtaking absolutely everyone in those sections. In short, it feels like I am driving a foam car. Only without the twitchiness.
The only criticism I have is the method of taping the battery in, it is a total pain in the ass. But it is worth it.
11-02-2009, 08:13 PM
battery bars are no longer used due to when u tighten the thumb screws it pulls the chassis apart and in tern tweaks it
11-02-2009, 08:33 PM
I sure do! Here is my 13.5 setup with the Orca 13.5:
Throttle Range: manual
Neutral range: 6%
Throttle response: 1x
Running mode: Stock I
Timing mode: 30 deg
Punch: 10
PWM Mode: 8K
Drag brake: 6%
Brake force 100%
I geared it at a 5.22 final drive on a small carpet track... but I think I might gear down another tooth and see how that goes next time out.
Hope that helps
-Korey
Throttle Range: manual
Neutral range: 6%
Throttle response: 1x
Running mode: Stock I
Timing mode: 30 deg
Punch: 10
PWM Mode: 8K
Drag brake: 6%
Brake force 100%
I geared it at a 5.22 final drive on a small carpet track... but I think I might gear down another tooth and see how that goes next time out.
Hope that helps
-Korey
11-03-2009, 12:26 AM
I sure do! Here is my 13.5 setup with the Orca 13.5:
Throttle Range: manual
Neutral range: 6%
Throttle response: 1x
Running mode: Stock I
Timing mode: 30 deg
Punch: 10
PWM Mode: 8K
Drag brake: 6%
Brake force 100%
I geared it at a 5.22 final drive on a small carpet track... but I think I might gear down another tooth and see how that goes next time out.
Hope that helps
-Korey
Throttle Range: manual
Neutral range: 6%
Throttle response: 1x
Running mode: Stock I
Timing mode: 30 deg
Punch: 10
PWM Mode: 8K
Drag brake: 6%
Brake force 100%
I geared it at a 5.22 final drive on a small carpet track... but I think I might gear down another tooth and see how that goes next time out.
Hope that helps
-Korey
Are you able to provide some background on the specific model Orca ESC you are using ?
?How does it compare to the LRP SPX (mode 7) when used for Super Stock (say 10.5 or 13.5 brushless) ?
?Thanks in advance
11-03-2009, 01:32 AM
Exotek Chassis
on a better note, I tired the Exotek chassis; PURE AWESOMENESS.
Hi Little_Mike.
Would you mind showing the link where to purchase the new Exotek Chassis thanks.
Cheers Daz
Hi Little_Mike.
Would you mind showing the link where to purchase the new Exotek Chassis thanks.
Cheers Daz
11-03-2009, 01:37 AM
11-03-2009, 03:37 AM
Thanks
Happy racing.
Cheers Daz
11-03-2009, 04:20 AM
in the local here, spx was no fight with the Orca even spx crank at max profile(11.5t motor)........
11-03-2009, 10:48 AM
I am actually using both the Vritra TC spec and Vritra VC4 in spec racing. They both have the dynamic timing profiles and a really cool handheld programmer. I typically use the TC spec in modified and the VC4 in spec racing.
I have found since the VC4 actually has fewer FETs, it keeps the motor temperatures cooler when using the dynamic timing modes. The TC spec is almost too powerful sometimes, so it dumps a lot of current into the motor. The excess current just bleeds off as heat. The SPX works in a similar matter. Plus its pretty dang cheap!
The TC spec is a full blown modified racing ESC. It has a lot of FETs so it can carry a lot of current. But it also has dynamic timing profiles so it can be competitive in stock as well. It just takes a slightly different setup than the VC4.
-Korey
I have found since the VC4 actually has fewer FETs, it keeps the motor temperatures cooler when using the dynamic timing modes. The TC spec is almost too powerful sometimes, so it dumps a lot of current into the motor. The excess current just bleeds off as heat. The SPX works in a similar matter. Plus its pretty dang cheap!
The TC spec is a full blown modified racing ESC. It has a lot of FETs so it can carry a lot of current. But it also has dynamic timing profiles so it can be competitive in stock as well. It just takes a slightly different setup than the VC4.
-Korey
11-03-2009, 03:36 PM
Sorry, I know this is an HB thread... But don't forget to check out the ORCA thread in the Malaysian forums here. Korey is pretty helpful with the ORCA and settings. I have been using the TC Spec as well. It's a very nice esc.
Hey Korey, do they sell a full length topdeck w/bulkheads (ala 416 style) for the Cyclone? I haven't kept up with Cyclone stuff. Just wondering if they do or not.
Hey Korey, do they sell a full length topdeck w/bulkheads (ala 416 style) for the Cyclone? I haven't kept up with Cyclone stuff. Just wondering if they do or not.
11-03-2009, 08:19 PM
The European team has tested it off and on, but it seems like they are moving away from it now. I just run a standard top deck that is cut.
-Korey
-Korey
11-04-2009, 09:57 AM
Tech Apprentice
would love to see some pics of your race car korey if you cud post some one day
11-04-2009, 11:06 AM
Well... if you look in the RC Xtreme that covers The 2009 Reedy Race there is a tiny picture of my car!!! Haha. I'll get some this weekend while I'm racing and post them up for you guys.
-Korey
-Korey