68LikesTamiya TA05 Touring Sedan
09-23-2005, 11:59 AM
#1366
Tech Master
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I run my TA05 near stock. I love the car, I don't worry... it's fast. The only things that I've changed were the shocks, 64 pitch gears, and universals. Honestly, I think that's all that it needs (opps, heatsink too). I would even run the plastic shocks, if I didn't already have aluminum ones from other Tamiyas that I own. I hardly do any 'Bench Racing' (which blocks, too much weight, need this, need that). The only way to beat a faster car is to be the better driver 
The rule that I follow is: It's all about the setup... tires, shock angle, shock oil, springs, and droop, that's it.
Mark.
The rule that I follow is: It's all about the setup... tires, shock angle, shock oil, springs, and droop, that's it.
Mark.
09-23-2005, 12:02 PM
#1367
the TA04 is over 100grams lighter than the TB-02/TA05... BUT GP3700s and IB3800s will not fit without modification to the chassis.
for GT2 and GT3..thats a big no-no unless your race director allows it. at TCS Nationals no chassis lightening or modifications is allowed for the GT2 class
DG... RELAX
your car is almost ready
for GT2 and GT3..thats a big no-no unless your race director allows it. at TCS Nationals no chassis lightening or modifications is allowed for the GT2 class
DG... RELAX
your car is almost ready
09-23-2005, 01:11 PM
#1369
TA05 Graphite Chassis Conversion Kit
TA05 Graphite Chassis Conversion Kit (teaser shots)
Steve Wang
Steve Wang
09-23-2005, 01:19 PM
#1370
Originally Posted by Markus
I run my TA05 near stock. I love the car, I don't worry... it's fast. The only things that I've changed were the shocks, 64 pitch gears, and universals. Honestly, I think that's all that it needs (opps, heatsink too). . . .
Mark.
Mark.
Originally Posted by Markus
I would even run the plastic shocks, if I didn't already have aluminum ones from other Tamiyas that I own. . . .
Mark.
Mark.
09-23-2005, 01:31 PM
#1371
the function over form is an interesting conversation.
my 05 with the square lower bulkheads, see attached. should provide a solid base for converting this car into a mod car. now, if i could only get one of those graphite chassis
my 05 with the square lower bulkheads, see attached. should provide a solid base for converting this car into a mod car. now, if i could only get one of those graphite chassis
09-23-2005, 01:33 PM
#1372
Originally Posted by SpeedTech
TA05 Graphite Chassis Conversion Kit (teaser shots)
Steve Wang
Steve Wang
09-23-2005, 02:00 PM
#1373
Maybe in .jpg format will be easier to view
Steve Wang
Steve Wang
09-23-2005, 02:17 PM
#1375
Originally Posted by MobileIT
Like I said, it does not sound like a diff problem. The roll resistance might be a number of things. Did you use the ball bearings without changing the grease? The grease in the standard bearings is very thick and will slow the car down. Some guys clean out the original grease and put in thin lube. I am too lazy, but that's my choice. Also, you
could drop down to 64 pitch gears if you are using the supplied 48 pitch. Then there are the "aramid" belts. These are specifically meant to reduce roll resistance. After that, you can look at the difference between the motors. A newer motor will probably have stronger magnets, which also slows a car down more rapidly (even without braking). And then there is the possibility of electrical leakage in neutral. Also, there is the differences in setup (camber and toe-in/toe-out, and tire choice) can add roll resistance. Also see if your wheels wobble. That is all I can think of right now.
could drop down to 64 pitch gears if you are using the supplied 48 pitch. Then there are the "aramid" belts. These are specifically meant to reduce roll resistance. After that, you can look at the difference between the motors. A newer motor will probably have stronger magnets, which also slows a car down more rapidly (even without braking). And then there is the possibility of electrical leakage in neutral. Also, there is the differences in setup (camber and toe-in/toe-out, and tire choice) can add roll resistance. Also see if your wheels wobble. That is all I can think of right now.
09-23-2005, 02:57 PM
#1376
Originally Posted by SpeedTech
Maybe in .jpg format will be easier to view
Steve Wang
Steve Wang
09-23-2005, 04:15 PM
#1378
Tech Initiate
I have been assembling my car over the last few days and have struck a small problem. The right tie rod turnbuckle rubs against the rear stiffener and stops the steering from turning left.
There is very little space between the front gearbox and the steering arm. Is this normal. I appologise that the pictures are not very clear. I will try and borrow a better camera if it will make things easier to see.
Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks
Brett
There is very little space between the front gearbox and the steering arm. Is this normal. I appologise that the pictures are not very clear. I will try and borrow a better camera if it will make things easier to see.
Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks
Brett
09-23-2005, 04:21 PM
#1380
On the TA05 Graphite Chassis Conversion Kit:
Available: End of October
Price: Right around $100 USD
Also coming soon for TA05: Upper bulkhead/shock tower mount, CNC machined aluminum motor mount, hard material light weight suspension parts
Steve Wang
Available: End of October
Price: Right around $100 USD
Also coming soon for TA05: Upper bulkhead/shock tower mount, CNC machined aluminum motor mount, hard material light weight suspension parts
Steve Wang