Team Magic G4
05-20-2009, 04:29 PM
05-20-2009, 07:23 PM
Tech Adept
setup for low grip temporary track?
Hi all,
I searched this thread and found some bits and pieces but I'll ask here for the latest.
I run a G4S on a tight temporary parking lot track each week. What would be a good setup for this application?
Track is small and tight, no track grip enhancer used except blowing track clean before racing. Racing is 2 x 5 minutes each night so tire wear is low.
Wanting to know best ackerman, tire diameter split, track and wheelbase, caster, springs, shock oil, pretty much everything.
Any help appreciated
I searched this thread and found some bits and pieces but I'll ask here for the latest.
I run a G4S on a tight temporary parking lot track each week. What would be a good setup for this application?
Track is small and tight, no track grip enhancer used except blowing track clean before racing. Racing is 2 x 5 minutes each night so tire wear is low.
Wanting to know best ackerman, tire diameter split, track and wheelbase, caster, springs, shock oil, pretty much everything.
Any help appreciated
05-21-2009, 02:41 PM
05-21-2009, 02:45 PM
If you need any parts let me know, I have a great local here in Mobile Alabama. Send me an E-Mail if you need something.
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05-21-2009, 03:22 PM
05-21-2009, 03:49 PM
Yes it is, I believe part # 1205. Just got my new G4+ a couple months ago, # 667 of 999. The only issue I had with the engine was that there is no starting point for this motor as far as settings and break in period. I had the previous STS on the Mongoose and had to count turns on settings to get a starting point just to make it lug down my driveway. Now its running great after break in.
Here's my mongoose in the sportsman class against 2 X-Rays last year.
[YOUTUBE]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qeULs-IhHNI[YOUTUBE]
Here's my mongoose in the sportsman class against 2 X-Rays last year.
[YOUTUBE]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qeULs-IhHNI[YOUTUBE]
Last edited by Ladder Killer; 05-21-2009 at 03:51 PM. Reason: Vid problem
05-21-2009, 03:53 PM
Last edited by Ladder Killer; 05-21-2009 at 03:55 PM. Reason: I give up on the vid
05-21-2009, 07:43 PM
Yes it is, I believe part # 1205. Just got my new G4+ a couple months ago, # 667 of 999. The only issue I had with the engine was that there is no starting point for this motor as far as settings and break in period. I had the previous STS on the Mongoose and had to count turns on settings to get a starting point just to make it lug down my driveway. Now its running great after break in.
Here's my mongoose in the sportsman class against 2 X-Rays last year.
[YOUTUBE]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qeULs-IhHNI[YOUTUBE]
Here's my mongoose in the sportsman class against 2 X-Rays last year.
[YOUTUBE]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qeULs-IhHNI[YOUTUBE]
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05-21-2009, 09:27 PM
Good luck with the G4 II, it looks like a nice car. Hope it runs as good as it looks. 
05-22-2009, 06:45 AM
Does the G4II have the same diffs or smaller ones compared to the G4S ???
05-22-2009, 06:50 AM
05-22-2009, 12:32 PM
05-23-2009, 02:43 AM
said to be available in the end of this month.
05-24-2009, 12:37 PM
Interesting. I don't like the fact that the car doesn't share much (if at all) with the existing G4 platform (I bought a G4RS less than a year ago 
), but things change I suppose.
Do you guys think TM will be campaigning this car at the worlds this year? Last year I think Dario was using a G4+ whereas Barry used a G4RS.
), but things change I suppose. Do you guys think TM will be campaigning this car at the worlds this year? Last year I think Dario was using a G4+ whereas Barry used a G4RS.
05-24-2009, 12:44 PM
Had a season opener in my area yesterday. I pulled out my G4RS from storage, dusted it off, ran it and made it to 5th in A-main. No problem whatsoever and the car handled beautifully .
I'd still like a bit more punch coming out of corners though; Would a stiffer clutch spring help? I'm still on the stock one.
. I'd still like a bit more punch coming out of corners though; Would a stiffer clutch spring help? I'm still on the stock one.