1LikesTLR 22 Racing Buggy Thread
10-08-2012, 12:33 PM
Tuning with Axle Height (http://www.competitionx.com/rc-racin...g-axle-height/)
Changing the height of the Axle can produce different handling characteristics.
Raising the Axle (putting the shims under the steering block) will give the car less front grip entering corners and a little more grip on exit.
Lowering the Axle (putting the shims on top of the steering block) will give the car more front grip entering corners, but a little less grip on exit.
Keeping the Axle in the middle position (one shim above and one shim below the steering block) is best for most conditions. It will give the best feel of enter and exit steering.
I would personally raise the car all around to 24mm*, front shocks 2mm limiters and middle/middle hole. Rear is would have the shocks middle/inner with the eyelets unscrewed 2 turns, 3 or 3.5 toe, 2.5 or 3.0 anti squat
**what surface are you running on?**
Changing the height of the Axle can produce different handling characteristics.
Raising the Axle (putting the shims under the steering block) will give the car less front grip entering corners and a little more grip on exit.
Lowering the Axle (putting the shims on top of the steering block) will give the car more front grip entering corners, but a little less grip on exit.
Keeping the Axle in the middle position (one shim above and one shim below the steering block) is best for most conditions. It will give the best feel of enter and exit steering.
I would personally raise the car all around to 24mm*, front shocks 2mm limiters and middle/middle hole. Rear is would have the shocks middle/inner with the eyelets unscrewed 2 turns, 3 or 3.5 toe, 2.5 or 3.0 anti squat
**what surface are you running on?**
I currently have the axle in the lowest setting. Will doing the others help get rid of the high speed off power push?
10-08-2012, 12:34 PM
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Thank you , but thats not the problem. Doesn't matter how tight or loose the screws are it stills binds up.
10-08-2012, 12:46 PM
I am having a problem also with a new tranny i have assembled and maybe someone can help me.
I am sorry in advance for my confusion lol
I built a new tranny using a new tranny case and new layshaft, part num TLR2963 and new slipper plates part num TLR2965 ( both REV A ), when I put it all together it binds the transmission. Yes the little red spacer is installed. I also tried using an old layshaft with the new plates and it also bound up the tranny...... has anyone ran into this problem?
I should also mention this is with 2 different sets of new slipper plates because when I first put it together I thought something was wrong with tthe new plates and returned them but the second pair is also doing it......
Thank you for any help
I am sorry in advance for my confusion lol
I built a new tranny using a new tranny case and new layshaft, part num TLR2963 and new slipper plates part num TLR2965 ( both REV A ), when I put it all together it binds the transmission. Yes the little red spacer is installed. I also tried using an old layshaft with the new plates and it also bound up the tranny...... has anyone ran into this problem?
I should also mention this is with 2 different sets of new slipper plates because when I first put it together I thought something was wrong with tthe new plates and returned them but the second pair is also doing it......
Thank you for any help
10-08-2012, 01:28 PM
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Thank you very much for the fix!
10-08-2012, 08:05 PM
Frank, I found out my problem earlier. When my old diff but stripped an I put the new one in it was a little loose causing my diff to slip. I have brand new carbide balls and ceramic thrust. Do you think I messed it up bad? It feels fine....
10-08-2012, 08:21 PM
10-08-2012, 09:08 PM
thanks, guess ill find out tomorrow night! Running indoor carpet track midmotor setup. I really hope the diff is good, just spent almost 30 bucks on the new Bfast diff. Id hate to have barked it because of the dang diff nut being loose! my mistake though, bet you that wont happen again!
10-08-2012, 09:17 PM
My local TLR driver likes the gear diff running mid motor on carpet off-road. Going to convert over and give carpet a try. New carpet off-road series starts end of the month here.
10-08-2012, 10:01 PM
you should also check the 2nd trans / wing mount screw. on mine, the screw is too long, or the trans isn't thick enough, and it interferes with the slipper plate. i put a 1mm washer under the screw head so it clears on the other side. i checked the contents of my kit several times, and this screw is the only one that can go there.
10-09-2012, 08:37 AM
Is anyone running 5 hole pistons in a rear motor set up if so what oil and springs are you using? thnx
10-09-2012, 09:05 AM
10-09-2012, 11:19 AM
Im trying them they woke my buggy up in the turns before it seemed to always push now it is very responsive im running 5x55's all around 35fr and orange springs 30rr yellow springs its a little soft im going to try 5x56 all around w/ 32fr and 27rr
10-09-2012, 11:46 AM
new - Updated Shock Building Video with Dustin Evans
new - Turnbuckle Tips for The 22 Platform Vehicles
new - Building Drive Shafts for The 22 Platform Vehicles
^^^ looks like i'm packing way too much grease!
important! - Building a TLR 22 Diff with Matt Castellano.wmv
TLR's Matt Castellano On Ride Height And Camber
Preparing Your TLR Car For A Race
horizon, your customers need more of this, and it needs to be spammed all over.
new - Turnbuckle Tips for The 22 Platform Vehicles
new - Building Drive Shafts for The 22 Platform Vehicles
^^^ looks like i'm packing way too much grease!
important! - Building a TLR 22 Diff with Matt Castellano.wmv
TLR's Matt Castellano On Ride Height And Camber
Preparing Your TLR Car For A Race
horizon, your customers need more of this, and it needs to be spammed all over.
10-09-2012, 03:19 PM
Love those videos. Question, I have my first race with my 22 this coming weekend. A big race I may add. I havent drove a 2wd buggy in years. But race 1/8 buggy quite often, what setup should I go with for a indoor track, thats mainly clay? Want something thats not to twitchy but has good traction. Thanks.
10-09-2012, 03:25 PM
Buggy is very drive able!! I really like the feel of the two hole pistons!!! The buggy bounces a little bit in the uneven areas of our track. I tried White springs and made the car inconsistent. Wanted to loop out occasionally!! I was going to try Pink springs but one of the guys spritzed the track with water and I didn't want to run when the track was different. Have you tried the pinks? How was the car different? Is it necessary to have the aluminum parts on the nose and rear?
Thanks for posting a great setup. I tried this with a full stick pack lipo, bought a shorty lipo, big change!! Shorty is a huge change in handling change!! I was shocked at how much!! Ran it in my truck also. Same change in it, just amazing!!!!
Thanks for posting a great setup. I tried this with a full stick pack lipo, bought a shorty lipo, big change!! Shorty is a huge change in handling change!! I was shocked at how much!! Ran it in my truck also. Same change in it, just amazing!!!!
for the buggy I really like the extra wieght in the front (bulkhead and brass shim). For mod helps keep the nose a little more stable. The rear camber block not as big a deal but TLR tranny wieght is not a bad thing either.
Glad you like the setup. And yes shorty packs are that big a change!
