GT class--buggy-based on road!
01-25-2011, 05:55 PM
#4906
Tech Adept
Hello, I currently race an Inferno GT1 with a novarossi N21Bf with the stock transmission set to shift immediately to second once I hit the throttle in order to preserve it from exploding.
At my track I have pretty consistent lap times this way (basically with 2nd engaged all the time), so I thought since I only use 1 gear why don't install a 1 speed tranny with a center differential from the Inferno 7.5.
I would like to know if there would be any advantage on this in order to reduce laptimes, cornering...?
note: Our track is pretty big and fast, 1st gear is used rarely on our cars.
At my track I have pretty consistent lap times this way (basically with 2nd engaged all the time), so I thought since I only use 1 gear why don't install a 1 speed tranny with a center differential from the Inferno 7.5.
I would like to know if there would be any advantage on this in order to reduce laptimes, cornering...?
note: Our track is pretty big and fast, 1st gear is used rarely on our cars.
Last edited by arix; 01-25-2011 at 06:11 PM.
01-25-2011, 08:25 PM
#4907
I would think that the car would be faster if the tranny was set to shift properly. Especially on a large track. Just my opinion though.
01-26-2011, 01:00 AM
#4909
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01-26-2011, 02:34 AM
#4910
Hello, I currently race an Inferno GT1 with a novarossi N21Bf with the stock transmission set to shift immediately to second once I hit the throttle in order to preserve it from exploding.
At my track I have pretty consistent lap times this way (basically with 2nd engaged all the time), so I thought since I only use 1 gear why don't install a 1 speed tranny with a center differential from the Inferno 7.5.
I would like to know if there would be any advantage on this in order to reduce laptimes, cornering...?
note: Our track is pretty big and fast, 1st gear is used rarely on our cars.
At my track I have pretty consistent lap times this way (basically with 2nd engaged all the time), so I thought since I only use 1 gear why don't install a 1 speed tranny with a center differential from the Inferno 7.5.
I would like to know if there would be any advantage on this in order to reduce laptimes, cornering...?
note: Our track is pretty big and fast, 1st gear is used rarely on our cars.
Your ability to start off in first gear, no matter how short shifted it is, would be better than starting in second gear only.
What track do you race on?
Got any pictures?
01-26-2011, 02:46 AM
#4911
At our GT only racing events, we’ve all found out that both brands are very evenly matched, with maybe a slight edge going towards the IGT statistically; possibly because of slightly less chassis weight.
Both brand designs have equal merits. For the most part, my advice is to go with the brand that has best parts support in your area.
Both brand designs have equal merits. For the most part, my advice is to go with the brand that has best parts support in your area.
01-26-2011, 05:13 AM
#4912
The GT Worlds is just around the corner fellas, those of you that will represent your country need to get ready.
Big track GT racing and a lotta fun awaits you at the 2011 Ipanema Sports GT World Championships.
http://infernogt.net/world/index.php
See ya at the races!
Big track GT racing and a lotta fun awaits you at the 2011 Ipanema Sports GT World Championships.
http://infernogt.net/world/index.php
See ya at the races!
Last edited by Jspeed; 01-26-2011 at 05:21 AM. Reason: Add pretty track pics
01-26-2011, 09:12 AM
#4913
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01-26-2011, 10:06 AM
#4914
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01-30-2011, 11:00 AM
#4916
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01-30-2011, 01:31 PM
#4917
Hello, I currently race an Inferno GT1 with a novarossi N21Bf with the stock transmission set to shift immediately to second once I hit the throttle in order to preserve it from exploding.
At my track I have pretty consistent lap times this way (basically with 2nd engaged all the time), so I thought since I only use 1 gear why don't install a 1 speed tranny with a center differential from the Inferno 7.5.
I would like to know if there would be any advantage on this in order to reduce laptimes, cornering...?
note: Our track is pretty big and fast, 1st gear is used rarely on our cars.
At my track I have pretty consistent lap times this way (basically with 2nd engaged all the time), so I thought since I only use 1 gear why don't install a 1 speed tranny with a center differential from the Inferno 7.5.
I would like to know if there would be any advantage on this in order to reduce laptimes, cornering...?
note: Our track is pretty big and fast, 1st gear is used rarely on our cars.
The original 2 speed is unreliable because of stripped gears and damaged shifting pins inside the 2nd gear. In addition having the car be able to drop into low gear and wind-up is a big deal.
I have run the Kyosho GT car for over 3 years and I tried every possible combination from 1 speed, to metal gears, to the new 2 speed and having a 2 speed that you can wind up and be confident that it won't strip is critical to lower lap times.
Lee
01-30-2011, 05:48 PM
#4918
Tech Adept
The new Kyosho 2 speed is an absolute necessity.
The original 2 speed is unreliable because of stripped gears and damaged shifting pins inside the 2nd gear. In addition having the car be able to drop into low gear and wind-up is a big deal.
I have run the Kyosho GT car for over 3 years and I tried every possible combination from 1 speed, to metal gears, to the new 2 speed and having a 2 speed that you can wind up and be confident that it won't strip is critical to lower lap times.
Lee
The original 2 speed is unreliable because of stripped gears and damaged shifting pins inside the 2nd gear. In addition having the car be able to drop into low gear and wind-up is a big deal.
I have run the Kyosho GT car for over 3 years and I tried every possible combination from 1 speed, to metal gears, to the new 2 speed and having a 2 speed that you can wind up and be confident that it won't strip is critical to lower lap times.
Lee
I currently use the metal second gear (from dragon) and have found it to be reliable (so far). I also have the new kyosho 2 speed but have hesitated installing because of the much lower 2nd gear vs. stock (19/43 vs. 21/40). I recently noticed on infernosonly.com that they are advertising the use of HPI 2nd gear pinions (22 and 23T) for more top end. Can these be used with the "new" kyosho 2 speed or are we stuck with the 19/43 ratio? Tx.
01-30-2011, 06:00 PM
#4919
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01-31-2011, 04:30 AM
#4920
Lee,
I currently use the metal second gear (from dragon) and have found it to be reliable (so far). I also have the new kyosho 2 speed but have hesitated installing because of the much lower 2nd gear vs. stock (19/43 vs. 21/40). I recently noticed on infernosonly.com that they are advertising the use of HPI 2nd gear pinions (22 and 23T) for more top end. Can these be used with the "new" kyosho 2 speed or are we stuck with the 19/43 ratio? Tx.
I currently use the metal second gear (from dragon) and have found it to be reliable (so far). I also have the new kyosho 2 speed but have hesitated installing because of the much lower 2nd gear vs. stock (19/43 vs. 21/40). I recently noticed on infernosonly.com that they are advertising the use of HPI 2nd gear pinions (22 and 23T) for more top end. Can these be used with the "new" kyosho 2 speed or are we stuck with the 19/43 ratio? Tx.
Lee