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03-07-2024, 08:26 PM
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Posted By Dino_D

Correct. The new version has different location...

Correct. The new version has different location holes. But how much stronger is the new part, is the question. Making it thicker will help, but the issue is more with the geometry of the arm. The...
03-07-2024, 02:33 AM
Replies: 1,751
Views: 504,730
Posted By Dino_D

Assuming the chassis isn't tweaked, The first...

Assuming the chassis isn't tweaked, The first thing you should do is to ensure all the shock lengths are equal. If your shock lengths are not equal, then your pre-load and ride heights won't be...
03-07-2024, 02:18 AM
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Posted By Dino_D

On the pics at RedRC, Bruno car is outfitted...

On the pics at RedRC, Bruno car is outfitted with the versions of new upper arms

https://events.redrc.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/cf-bruno1.jpg
03-05-2024, 10:11 PM
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Posted By Dino_D

21.5 - 96/50T I can't say for 25.5 as I don't...

21.5 - 96/50T
I can't say for 25.5 as I don't run that class.
01-02-2024, 12:27 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,786
Posted By Dino_D

The first time I mentioned it, you flat out said...

The first time I mentioned it, you flat out said it was incorrect. There, is no point even to discuss it further. Your word is law.

There is no point contributing to this thread.
01-01-2024, 07:31 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,786
Posted By Dino_D

In theory, as you say, the final FDR is the final...

In theory, as you say, the final FDR is the final FDR, regardless what combination you use, on paper.
But on track, its not the same. The feel of the car in terms of throttle response is...
12-21-2023, 07:13 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,786
Posted By Dino_D

Electric motors are not like nitro engines. ...

Electric motors are not like nitro engines. There is not an optimal operating temperature. Generally the cooler the motor is the better it is. You want to gear your motor where you can do the...
11-12-2023, 11:29 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,189
Posted By Dino_D

I agree the rpm is useless without torque. But...

I agree the rpm is useless without torque. But there is a balance. Too much torque and you won't have enough RPM as the motor has to fight the resistance or COG in the motor. Hence like I said,...
11-09-2023, 08:47 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,189
Posted By Dino_D

Are you referring to the V5 has less KV than the...

Are you referring to the V5 has less KV than the V4? The rotor is much stronger. Generally if running the v5, you need to gear around 3 or 4 teeth higher.
But to be honest, for the application...
10-17-2023, 01:58 AM
Replies: 1,751
Views: 504,730
Posted By Dino_D

The shock towers have different lengths. The...

The shock towers have different lengths. The MTC2R shock towers are shorter. Hence you need to shim them with some washers to have them as equal heights.



You can use the older MTC2 black...
07-31-2023, 08:09 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,393
Posted By Dino_D

The smell is usually from a burnt sensor board or...

The smell is usually from a burnt sensor board or burnt wiring. If it reaches that point, the motor won't work or has some stuttering issues.

However, most people can get it hot enough to over...
07-31-2023, 03:34 AM
Replies: 1,751
Views: 504,730
Posted By Dino_D

Does anyone notice the rear lower shock ball-cup...

Does anyone notice the rear lower shock ball-cup on the MTC2R pops off quite easily? Sometimes just from grazing a corner dot? Not sure if the larger diameter ball cup used on the R is catching or...
07-31-2023, 03:29 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 7,258
Posted By Dino_D

Graphite chassis are better for low grip...

Graphite chassis are better for low grip conditions and asphalt, If you race on black carpet, then get Aluminum.
Always choose a brand that is well supported by parts at your local track, and...
05-15-2023, 02:55 AM
Replies: 960
Views: 215,131
Posted By Dino_D

Thumbs up The only other thing that this car needs is the...

The only other thing that this car needs is the ball bearing CVD. (at least in the front) This will help with cornering speed and less scrub in the corners vs the traditional blade design.

Maybe a...
05-14-2023, 06:54 PM
Replies: 960
Views: 215,131
Posted By Dino_D

I also bought the fan mount but the screw...

I also bought the fan mount but the screw location on the bulkhead not ideal for the fan, so I just double side tape it to the chassis. Unless someone has a more ingenious way to mount it, please...
05-12-2023, 04:01 AM
Replies: 960
Views: 215,131
Posted By Dino_D

I don't know of any instances where guys running...

I don't know of any instances where guys running the mi8 will run 0 shims under the hubs. Usually they add more, not remove from the default setting.
First of all the default shim under the arm is...
05-08-2023, 03:43 AM
Replies: 960
Views: 215,131
Posted By Dino_D

Changing the roll center on the lower arms is a...

Changing the roll center on the lower arms is a bigger change than the upper arms. Usually the upper arms are more of a fine tune setting.
Upper Arms
Let's just assume you don't change the outer...
02-19-2023, 09:14 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,054
Posted By Dino_D

Generally I prefer to set it before the amps...

Generally I prefer to set it before the amps spike. With the newer motors, usually you want it to be under 5amps and usually in the 40+ range in timing. Stronger rotors will have a lower amp draw,...
02-08-2023, 11:35 PM
Replies: 960
Views: 215,131
Posted By Dino_D

I tend to prefer 350cst oil on the front and...

I tend to prefer 350cst oil on the front and 400cst in the rear. 350wt in the front will make the car turn better into and thru the middle of the corners and give more overall steering. But if you...
02-06-2023, 08:25 PM
Replies: 6,819
Views: 2,052,294
Posted By Dino_D

In terms of just axle height. Normally you want...

In terms of just axle height.
Normally you want low axle height on low grip. You raise the axle height on high grip. By raising the height of the axle in the rear, it frees up the car on...
10-24-2022, 06:45 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 23,335
Posted By Dino_D

The spool gives better forward traction, but it...

The spool gives better forward traction, but it will push a lot on power, especially on sweepers. For black carpet tracks, it really depends on the layout. It the track is tight and technical, then...
09-22-2022, 03:12 AM
Replies: 6,819
Views: 2,052,294
Posted By Dino_D

The narrow lipo allows for faster response to...

The narrow lipo allows for faster response to quick directional changes for technical tracks, small tracks and chicanes. Provided 5200mah is enough to supply consistent power in your blinky / stock...
08-31-2022, 01:03 AM
Replies: 6,819
Views: 2,052,294
Posted By Dino_D

I think you got thread lock on the pins which are...

I think you got thread lock on the pins which are causing the binding. Disassemble, clean and try not using thread-lock to hold the pin in place, just grease.
08-23-2022, 09:54 PM
Replies: 6,819
Views: 2,052,294
Posted By Dino_D

If you can't remove the bearing from the shock...

If you can't remove the bearing from the shock shaft, or damper shaft, most likely the top end of the shaft is bent from a collision. Its made of aluminum, hence it can bend slightly making removal...
08-21-2022, 07:31 PM
Replies: 960
Views: 215,131
Posted By Dino_D

Longer Links changes the roll center of the car...

Longer Links changes the roll center of the car but also slows down the reaction or the roll rate speed. Shorter links is better for technical tracks where you want a faster reaction and faster roll...
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