Bryan....Here are a few ideas you can try, but just try one thing at a time.
(1) when the "optional parts are available" try using softer front suspension springs than the stock ones.
(2) tighten the spring on the rear pod shock
(3) tighten the dampening disks attached to the upper rear pod "dry"
(4) put a small amount of heavy dampening lube between the dampening disks
(5) with any of these combinations, try medium front tires
(6) play with the ride height
(7) approach corners wider (larger radius)
Let me know which one of these ideas work. I have a scalpel too and would be interested to hear which idea works best for you.
I am also in the middle of making a cool looking new lexan body for the current 4 cell Scalpel chassis and the new 6 cell Scalpel chassis. The body styles will look a lot like the current 1/8th scale size Audi LMP's, (open cockpit style). I may also include headlight decals with the body. I'm trying to have both of these body's ready by late October time frame. Haven't decided on prices yet. I'm doing this for the fun of the hobby and to support the hobby and for those who like to have something different.
Hey I just bought a Scalpel and so far it is awesome but I was wondering if there are any upgrades that are a must have or are there any commonly broken parts. Or any simple tricks you guys may know.
No...byron.s, which, by the way, is an excellent job created by "Homer's lids" for the X-ray M18 car. Check out his other fine "lids" on one18th.com. Homer does an amazing job with just about any body style that will tickle your fancy. Check them out!! You won't be disapointed. I have his Mini Cooper for my Xray M18. The version I will be creating is for the Scalpel chassis and because I don't have to deal with clearing the front diff case and upper front suspension arms, I will be able to achieve more body defination, especially in the front...... to make it look more like the real Audi LMP has and also like the 1/8th scale Gas cars my Son and I race. The rear of the body will have a molded in rear wing just like an 1/8th scale Gas body. I also have body plans for the Xray M18 as well. But not until I complete the 4 and 6 cell Scalpel version LMP's first. I'll post some pics of the bodies as I finish them and look forward to your thoughts and comments.
No...byron.s, which, by the way, is an excellent job created by "Homer's lids" for the X-ray M18 car. Check out his other fine "lids" on one18th.com. Homer does an amazing job with just about any body style that will tickle your fancy. Check them out!! You won't be disapointed. I have his Mini Cooper for my Xray M18. The version I will be creating is for the Scalpel chassis and because I don't have to deal with clearing the front diff case and upper front suspension arms, I will be able to achieve more body defination, especially in the front...... to make it look more like the real Audi LMP has and also like the 1/8th scale Gas cars my Son and I race. The rear of the body will have a molded in rear wing just like an 1/8th scale Gas body. I also have body plans for the Xray M18 as well. But not until I complete the 4 and 6 cell Scalpel version LMP's first. I'll post some pics of the bodies as I finish them and look forward to your thoughts and comments.
how about a body like the protoform p-35 or 12 speed b.
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All4fun, yeah that one of homers lids I did for the ALMS race in 2005 in Monerty. I hope you can get yours out soon. Im drooling alraedy
byron.s; I'll try to get it done as soon as I can..........I'm anxious to get it completed myself....painted up and mounted. I'm also interested to see if it makes a difference in the handleing dept., especially with a fast motor/esc combo.
bigb11; they should look somewhat similar in the styling to the p-35 and 12-speed but definately have an Audi LMP look.....that's what I'm shooting for and I'm sure all the Scalpel owners out there would agree with the "Audi LMP" look. Something more realistic in styling to the real car.
byron.s; I'll try to get it done as soon as I can..........I'm anxious to get it completed myself....painted up and mounted. I'm also interested to see if it makes a difference in the handleing dept., especially with a fast motor/esc combo.
bigb11; they should look somewhat similar in the styling to the p-35 and 12-speed but definately have an Audi LMP look.....that's what I'm shooting for and I'm sure all the Scalpel owners out there would agree with the "Audi LMP" look. Something more realistic in styling to the real car.
yes it is a nice looking body, i want a body that going to handle, like the speed 12b.
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I emailed them last week asking the same question, no reply yet. If they do reply, I'll be sure to post it.
Mike,
You need to come out with some COOL Scalpel parts. At this rate we will NEVEr see them from Robotronic. A 6-cell chassis should be first on the list!!! Then some parts to get rid of the front end slop!
Mike,
You need to come out with some COOL Scalpel parts. At this rate we will NEVEr see them from Robotronic. A 6-cell chassis should be first on the list!!! Then some parts to get rid of the front end slop!
Our 2mm 6 cell chassis, 2mm stock replacement chassis and fiberglass T-bars have been available since March. How's that for COOL? Both chassis' are available in silver or standard plain weave carbon fiber.
Our 2mm 6 cell chassis, 2mm stock replacement chassis and fiberglass T-bars have been available since March. How's that for COOL? Both chassis' are available in silver or standard plain weave carbon fiber.
nobody knew about the chassis, i got a t-plate from which was great, flexed nice. how much for your chassis? is the servo backwards?
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Mike,
You need to come out with some COOL Scalpel parts. At this rate we will NEVEr see them from Robotronic. A 6-cell chassis should be first on the list!!! Then some parts to get rid of the front end slop!
I have a nice titanium axle in production and testing some other go fast rear end parts Little afraid to jump in with a chassis because so many folks already are coming in with those and also I'm a little wary about the size of the Scalpel community. I'll see how the few hop ups I'm coming out with does and gauge interest from there.
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