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Old 10-06-2010, 03:11 PM
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I got a few packs through the car last week and am just now digesting my notes.

My overall impression of the chassis is that it made the car feel more direct. It was more nimble through the chicanes and more predictable in the highspeed sections. I found myself more comfortable running a tighter line. I wouldn't say I picked up any steering or rear bit, but just overall I felt more connected to the car. One of the most tangible benefits I noticed was more even front tire wear; I suspect from keeping the front end flatter and allowing the tires to share the load rather than flexing and loading the outside tire.

If anyone else has any experiences with the on-point chassis I'd love to hear their feedback. I'm impressed with the differences I felt in just a chassis change.

You mean this one Dave?
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Originally Posted by andrewdoherty
I got a few packs through the car last week and am just now digesting my notes.

My overall impression of the chassis is that it made the car feel more direct. It was more nimble through the chicanes and more predictable in the highspeed sections. I found myself more comfortable running a tighter line. I wouldn't say I picked up any steering or rear bit, but just overall I felt more connected to the car. One of the most tangible benefits I noticed was more even front tire wear; I suspect from keeping the front end flatter and allowing the tires to share the load rather than flexing and loading the outside tire.

If anyone else has any experiences with the on-point chassis I'd love to hear their feedback. I'm impressed with the differences I felt in just a chassis change.

You mean this one Dave?

I didn't see a PM btw...
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Old 10-06-2010, 07:11 PM
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Originally Posted by andrewdoherty
You mean this one Dave?

I didn't see a PM btw...
I forgot to PM you, doooohhhh Sorry about that. Also, I was referencing one of your initial posts in which you spoke about the quality of the graphite and cutouts...
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Old 10-06-2010, 08:42 PM
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I forgot to PM you, doooohhhh Sorry about that. Also, I was referencing one of your initial posts in which you spoke about the quality of the graphite and cutouts...
Actually, lol, I was saying I didn't get RedBull's pm. haha
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Old 10-07-2010, 02:40 PM
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Anyone has a setup for this car? running a 19t motor with some nihm's, I looked on the website and they dont have any...
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Originally Posted by revo523
Anyone has a setup for this car? running a 19t motor with some nihm's, I looked on the website and they dont have any...
Try looking at the 12R5 set ups, there was still a little brushed racing when that car came out. Set ups should transfer.

Mostly you just have to deal with the heavier batteries. So stiffer center spring and heavier dampening.
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They dont have any setup sheets on there website for this car.
Originally Posted by Sean Cochran
Try looking at the 12R5 set ups, there was still a little brushed racing when that car came out. Set ups should transfer.

Mostly you just have to deal with the heavier batteries. So stiffer center spring and heavier dampening.
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Originally Posted by revo523
They dont have any setup sheets on there website for this car.
Take a look Here
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Naoto set up from the 2008 worlds is a nimh set up. I used it back then.
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Old 10-07-2010, 07:45 PM
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Originally Posted by RedBullFiXX
Take a look Here
But thats the 12r5.1... Is it ok to use it on my 12r5? Hope is no a stupid question...
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Any of you 12.5.1 or 10.5 owners use these shims by ManuTech? Good or Bad?
Thanks and God Bless
http://www.amainhobbies.com/product_...-Kit-10R5-12R5

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Nevermind... At the end of the list they have a few 12r5's... Thanks guys...
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Originally Posted by revo523
But thats the 12r5.1... Is it ok to use it on my 12r5? Hope is no a stupid question...
Not much difference, should be ok.

Never tried the Manutech shims, prefer the light weight simple spacers that come with the kit.
Easy to change with practice.
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Old 10-07-2010, 08:34 PM
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Apparently they are just rebadged IRS ones.
People reckon they can break although in the short time ive been racing i havent broken any.

Oops thought you were talking about the rear ride height adjusters

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I ran the on point chassis last saturday for the first time and the car felt great. More responsive and more predictable.
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