HPI Cup Racer 1M
#991
Tech Master
iTrader: (19)
Well,
I finally gassed up my Cup Racer for the first time today since I got it almost a month ago............too bad it was in the house!! I had ACL replacement last Wednesday and finally "found" time to solder everything up. I dropped in a Sidewinder 5700 on 2S with a 37/60 gear and the car still has alot of pep!! Hope to let it run loose by the end of the week!!
I finally gassed up my Cup Racer for the first time today since I got it almost a month ago............too bad it was in the house!! I had ACL replacement last Wednesday and finally "found" time to solder everything up. I dropped in a Sidewinder 5700 on 2S with a 37/60 gear and the car still has alot of pep!! Hope to let it run loose by the end of the week!!
#992
Tech Champion
iTrader: (30)
Andy - what's the 'trick' to using the 'b' plates on the steering knuckles??
I just put mine in and I had to almost unscrew the ball cups on the knuckles that there's practically no screwed in
is there a 'new' turnbuckle that should have been packed in the plates? Because I'm not confident the first time i nudge something the steering rod dont come apart
I also noticed that the aluminum threaded shocks don't come with directions - and there is a part you need from the shock parts tress, but it isn't identified any place..I'm glad I've built shocks like that befor and know that the little retainer spring isn't suppose to sit on the o-ring but on a little black shock bottom
I just put mine in and I had to almost unscrew the ball cups on the knuckles that there's practically no screwed in
is there a 'new' turnbuckle that should have been packed in the plates? Because I'm not confident the first time i nudge something the steering rod dont come apart
I also noticed that the aluminum threaded shocks don't come with directions - and there is a part you need from the shock parts tress, but it isn't identified any place..I'm glad I've built shocks like that befor and know that the little retainer spring isn't suppose to sit on the o-ring but on a little black shock bottom
#993
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Andy - what's the 'trick' to using the 'b' plates on the steering knuckles??
I just put mine in and I had to almost unscrew the ball cups on the knuckles that there's practically no screwed in
is there a 'new' turnbuckle that should have been packed in the plates? Because I'm not confident the first time i nudge something the steering rod dont come apart
I also noticed that the aluminum threaded shocks don't come with directions - and there is a part you need from the shock parts tress, but it isn't identified any place..I'm glad I've built shocks like that befor and know that the little retainer spring isn't suppose to sit on the o-ring but on a little black shock bottom
I just put mine in and I had to almost unscrew the ball cups on the knuckles that there's practically no screwed in
is there a 'new' turnbuckle that should have been packed in the plates? Because I'm not confident the first time i nudge something the steering rod dont come apart
I also noticed that the aluminum threaded shocks don't come with directions - and there is a part you need from the shock parts tress, but it isn't identified any place..I'm glad I've built shocks like that befor and know that the little retainer spring isn't suppose to sit on the o-ring but on a little black shock bottom
Are you referring to the #87070 aluminum shock bodies or the #87597?
Unfortunately the 87070 shock bodies do not come with instructions but the 87597 should have instructions in them.
In regards to the "B" plates I was informed that you would need to construct a custom knuckle for that option. The "B" plate was the original plate from the initial design of the Cup Racer. The testers then felt that it was a tad too "quick" so we opted for a more stable plate design. having already designed the original plate we didn't simply want to ditch the plate. So it's offered as an option for those who would like to try it.
Thanks,
AH
#994
Tech Champion
iTrader: (30)
Hi,
Are you referring to the #87070 aluminum shock bodies or the #87597?
Unfortunately the 87070 shock bodies do not come with instructions but the 87597 should have instructions in them.
In regards to the "B" plates I was informed that you would need to construct a custom knuckle for that option. The "B" plate was the original plate from the initial design of the Cup Racer. The testers then felt that it was a tad too "quick" so we opted for a more stable plate design. having already designed the original plate we didn't simply want to ditch the plate. So it's offered as an option for those who would like to try it.
Thanks,
AH
Are you referring to the #87070 aluminum shock bodies or the #87597?
Unfortunately the 87070 shock bodies do not come with instructions but the 87597 should have instructions in them.
In regards to the "B" plates I was informed that you would need to construct a custom knuckle for that option. The "B" plate was the original plate from the initial design of the Cup Racer. The testers then felt that it was a tad too "quick" so we opted for a more stable plate design. having already designed the original plate we didn't simply want to ditch the plate. So it's offered as an option for those who would like to try it.
Thanks,
AH
well, that just plain stinks about the 'b' plates and having to make things up...guess i'm going back to the 'a' plates for this weekend and then try to figure something out
#995
Tech Master
iTrader: (65)
Cup Racer tires/wheels are a different spec than the "regular" mini size to add to the scale realism of the car (ie. RC car tires/wheels for Mini and 1/10th scale sedans tends to make the cars looks like they have 18/19/20 rims with lo profile tires...)
You can use the "regular" mini wheels/tires with the Cup Racer (...just need to adjust the gearing accordingly)
You can use the "regular" mini wheels/tires with the Cup Racer (...just need to adjust the gearing accordingly)
#4679 Pro Molded Inner Foam (Hard/Rounded) (Yellow)
#996
Tech Rookie
im looking into buying this car but i was wondering what would be a really good setup. i was thinking something with brushless, a 2.4ghz transmitter and venom nimh batteries but i am open to any suggestions
thanks in advance
thanks in advance
#997
Tech Elite
iTrader: (59)
Hi,
Are you referring to the #87070 aluminum shock bodies or the #87597?
Unfortunately the 87070 shock bodies do not come with instructions but the 87597 should have instructions in them.
In regards to the "B" plates I was informed that you would need to construct a custom knuckle for that option. The "B" plate was the original plate from the initial design of the Cup Racer. The testers then felt that it was a tad too "quick" so we opted for a more stable plate design. having already designed the original plate we didn't simply want to ditch the plate. So it's offered as an option for those who would like to try it.
Thanks,
AH
Are you referring to the #87070 aluminum shock bodies or the #87597?
Unfortunately the 87070 shock bodies do not come with instructions but the 87597 should have instructions in them.
In regards to the "B" plates I was informed that you would need to construct a custom knuckle for that option. The "B" plate was the original plate from the initial design of the Cup Racer. The testers then felt that it was a tad too "quick" so we opted for a more stable plate design. having already designed the original plate we didn't simply want to ditch the plate. So it's offered as an option for those who would like to try it.
Thanks,
AH
#998
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Also In re: B Plates, I meant you need to make a custom length "turnbuckle" not custom "knuckle".
#1000
Tech Master
iTrader: (19)
We ordered the yellow hard 26mm inserts from HPI and were gonna cut them down to the same diameter as the foams that come with the "m" tires. Glue the ends together with shoe goo. Were hoping this will make them last longer and handle better.
#4679 Pro Molded Inner Foam (Hard/Rounded) (Yellow)
#4679 Pro Molded Inner Foam (Hard/Rounded) (Yellow)
I would like to see how these will work out......
#1001
Tech Master
iTrader: (65)
I'll let you guys know. Were running the johnson motor with the tazer 15t esc. It's are version of a spec class and it seems to be taking off pretty well. It's all based on driving ability and not who has the biggest wallet. Were trying to find a way to get the tires to last more than 6 races(2 weekends) til HPI comes out with a harder compound. I know they can cause they have the material to do it.
#1002
'73 911 Body
Is the '73 911 body shown in the Cup Racer video on HPI's website available yet?
Thanks!
Daddy-o
Thanks!
Daddy-o
#1003