Hot Bodies Cyclone
12-17-2009, 02:25 PM
12-17-2009, 03:36 PM
Hi Jag,
The 2.0 deg blocks were used in the front, not in the rear.
You can also do the same in the rear but we still haven't had good result with it. When i measured my car overall width with the 2.0 deg blocks in the front, it was 188mm. (Used black 5mm hex hubs)
Hope it helps.
The 2.0 deg blocks were used in the front, not in the rear.
You can also do the same in the rear but we still haven't had good result with it. When i measured my car overall width with the 2.0 deg blocks in the front, it was 188mm. (Used black 5mm hex hubs)
Hope it helps.
I misunderstood the set-up sheet. Thanks for clearing that up !
Would this mod work on carpet (rubber) ?
Thanks again.
12-17-2009, 04:38 PM
Tamiya vs HPI Springs
I've read that over in the TRF camp that they prefer to use the Tamiya springs on carpet because they are more linear and make the car easier to drive. Then on asphalt, they use the HPI springs because they are progressive and yeild more traction.
I always thought that the HPI springs were more linear than the Tamiya springs. I've seen that Andy sometimes uses the Tamiya springs on carpet with his car.
Anyone got any experience with both springs on the Cyclone?
I've read that over in the TRF camp that they prefer to use the Tamiya springs on carpet because they are more linear and make the car easier to drive. Then on asphalt, they use the HPI springs because they are progressive and yeild more traction.
I always thought that the HPI springs were more linear than the Tamiya springs. I've seen that Andy sometimes uses the Tamiya springs on carpet with his car.
Anyone got any experience with both springs on the Cyclone?
12-17-2009, 05:42 PM
12-17-2009, 05:46 PM
I know someone that has done a lot of testing with the tamiya springs and the HPI springs on a special machine. The Tamiya springs aren't very linear in comparison to the HPI springs.
The tamiya springs have performed really well on carpet if you want the car to be more responsive and have that really quick and nimble feeling on carpet. The HPI springs make the car suck down to the track and feel really stuck overall. They make the car smoother overall.
-Korey
The tamiya springs have performed really well on carpet if you want the car to be more responsive and have that really quick and nimble feeling on carpet. The HPI springs make the car suck down to the track and feel really stuck overall. They make the car smoother overall.
-Korey
12-17-2009, 07:59 PM
Tech Fanatic
iTrader: (66)
spring rates
Is there a list of the spring rates for the hpi/hot bodies springs?
12-17-2009, 08:38 PM
Two Springs Blue Rated 15.3 in/lb
Two Springs Silver Rated 16.9 in/lb
Two Springs Pink Rated 18.0 in/lb
Two Springs Gold Rated 19.0 in/lb
Two Springs White Rated 20.3 in/lb
Two Springs Yellow Rated 21.7 in/lb
Two Springs Red Rated 22.4 in/lb
Two Springs Silver Rated 16.9 in/lb
Two Springs Pink Rated 18.0 in/lb
Two Springs Gold Rated 19.0 in/lb
Two Springs White Rated 20.3 in/lb
Two Springs Yellow Rated 21.7 in/lb
Two Springs Red Rated 22.4 in/lb
12-18-2009, 03:01 AM
Tech Adept
Lipo Topdeck set
I have just received my "#67695 - Li-Po Battery Upper Deck Conversion Set" and put it on my car.
However a small alu strip with 2 holes comes with it and I am stumped on where to put it.
Can someone enlighten me?
However a small alu strip with 2 holes comes with it and I am stumped on where to put it.
Can someone enlighten me?
12-18-2009, 03:10 AM
It depends on which version of the cyclone you have to if you need it. it was mentioned a couple of pages back but i don't run it so can't remember off hand!!
12-18-2009, 03:21 AM
Tech Adept
"Someone posted about this earlier...I think it is for one of the older cyclones and is not needed for the TC. You do however need the 2mm round shim that comes with the kit. As long as it looks level you should be good to go. "
Can't believe I missed it, thanks.
12-18-2009, 03:29 AM
Is used in case you have the engine mount for brushless with the pivot pulleys raised with the standard does not serve
12-19-2009, 08:22 AM
Hi Ali,
The difference between using the 2.0 deg blocks for FF/FR and the stock block is that the hinge pin width. With using 2.0 deg block for both FF/FR, we can widen the hinge pin width to 44.8mm. (Stock one is 42mm)
The benefit on using wider block is that we will be able to go softer overall but still not much roll. I can also say the front end will have more stability that will eventually generates more crispier turn in.
We have been trying this for long time and getting very good result with it.
To do this, you will have to make another two holes on the chassis to put the block on, and you will have to dremel the block due to the interference with both steering linkage and front drive belt.
You can also choose the width 43mm by using 1.5 deg block.
Let me know if you need further info.
Thank you.
The difference between using the 2.0 deg blocks for FF/FR and the stock block is that the hinge pin width. With using 2.0 deg block for both FF/FR, we can widen the hinge pin width to 44.8mm. (Stock one is 42mm)
The benefit on using wider block is that we will be able to go softer overall but still not much roll. I can also say the front end will have more stability that will eventually generates more crispier turn in.
We have been trying this for long time and getting very good result with it.
To do this, you will have to make another two holes on the chassis to put the block on, and you will have to dremel the block due to the interference with both steering linkage and front drive belt.
You can also choose the width 43mm by using 1.5 deg block.
Let me know if you need further info.
Thank you.
How does this mod work on carpet (rubber) ?
Thanks.
12-19-2009, 05:28 PM
Can someone post a pic of the cut top deck mod that I am hearing about? Thanks
12-19-2009, 06:32 PM
Sorry it's not the best picture. You cut straight thru the belt tensioner mount screw hole.
12-19-2009, 08:23 PM
ok. do you just cut it thin enough that the screw hole for the tensioner still works, or do you have to relocate the tensioner? also, under what circumstances is the cut plate best used? Thanks.