4LikesTeam Associated B4.2 Thread
06-02-2013 | 08:51 PM
#5776
06-02-2013 | 08:58 PM
#5778
I am looking at the Speed Passion Club Combo for stock racing http://www.amainhobbies.com/product_...ed-Timing-175R anyone running one?
06-02-2013 | 09:33 PM
#5779
Tech Legend
Joined: Aug 2001
Posts: 22,595
From: TRCR Modified Driver
Open cell foam front insert suggestions
*Most discard the included insert & use a rear insert..
* med to less traction
trim 3/16in off
contour out side & inside edges
* med traction
trim 3/16 off
no contour of the edges
*med to high traction
use whole rear insert , no trimming
or
a close cell insert
*Most discard the included insert & use a rear insert..
* med to less traction
trim 3/16in off
contour out side & inside edges
* med traction
trim 3/16 off
no contour of the edges
*med to high traction
use whole rear insert , no trimming
or
a close cell insert
06-03-2013 | 12:24 AM
#5780
Tech Regular
Joined: May 2006
Posts: 413
hi there
anyone tried the new v pro tires on his b4.2? there is neo tire chart, so i dont know which tire for which conditions
i am looking for turbotrax or striker from v pro. i need it outdoor. i need a tire which is like the holesot m4 from proline.
anyone tried the new v pro tires on his b4.2? there is neo tire chart, so i dont know which tire for which conditions
i am looking for turbotrax or striker from v pro. i need it outdoor. i need a tire which is like the holesot m4 from proline.
06-03-2013 | 04:18 AM
#5782
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Good morning... I figured I'd ask my question to the B4.2 people since you're probably all B4.1 experts... I'm almost finished modding my B4.1 which started out as an RTR but is now a hybrid between FT B4.1 and B4.2. The only thing that is still from the RTR is the Gear Diff. I'd like to keep the gear diff in there but want to get rid of the Dog Bones.
So if I get the 9677 FT CVA Set B4, will I be all set w/ keeping the gear diff?
Any advice/guidance is appreciated!
So if I get the 9677 FT CVA Set B4, will I be all set w/ keeping the gear diff?
Any advice/guidance is appreciated!
06-03-2013 | 05:53 AM
#5784
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Okay, sorry I have to ask this B4.2 fanatics and I love my SC10.2. RB6, more expensive, but other than parts availability and costs, what are the "KEY" advantages B4.2 has over RB6? For example - RB aluminum chassis make it very stiff? is this an issue. thank you.
06-03-2013 | 08:02 AM
#5786
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I am looking at the Speed Passion Club Combo for stock racing http://www.amainhobbies.com/product_...ed-Timing-175R anyone running one?
06-03-2013 | 08:09 AM
#5787
I've been running cut AKA foams front and rear for a few weeks now. I take the inner ribs out completely so there's just a ring of foam inside the tire. Been working very well so far, and my tires wear more evenly instead of just in the middle.
Also, I've never put holes in the tires with closed cells. I hate water and dirt getting inside the wheel. What I do is punch holes in the foam with a hex driver before mounting. Six or so holes with a 2mm driver works perfect. Allows the foam to breathe and no mess.
06-03-2013 | 08:13 AM
#5788
Key advantage? There isn't one really. Fit and finish, as well as the shocks on the RB6 are superior, but definitely not $200 more superior. Awesome car, but I couldn't justify the initial cost and the upkeep.
06-03-2013 | 08:21 AM
#5789
06-03-2013 | 08:22 AM
#5790
Tech Regular
Joined: May 2012
Posts: 398
From: Hamburg
I just bought a 4.2 for our high grip-carpet track. Grip is very much like your tracks over in Europe.
To keep things short...Look for a mid motor car. In my opinion..The b4.X can't use it's advantages on turf or carpet as it can on dirt. It's a great dirt car (I would say the best)...but there are too many other options for turf/carpet that you can probably pick up cheaper and more importantly...get replacement parts for in your location.
I grabbed a used dex210 to hold me over until the x-factory cube kit comes out for my 4.2. It's a really good car and I picked up a tenth average per lap with no knowledge of correct setup for it. All I did was switch it from rear to mid motor and put some springs and oil in it.
Not to steer you away from the ae on the ae thread....Just don't want you to get suck waiting for parts if they are hard to get over there.
Hope that helps.
To keep things short...Look for a mid motor car. In my opinion..The b4.X can't use it's advantages on turf or carpet as it can on dirt. It's a great dirt car (I would say the best)...but there are too many other options for turf/carpet that you can probably pick up cheaper and more importantly...get replacement parts for in your location.
I grabbed a used dex210 to hold me over until the x-factory cube kit comes out for my 4.2. It's a really good car and I picked up a tenth average per lap with no knowledge of correct setup for it. All I did was switch it from rear to mid motor and put some springs and oil in it.
Not to steer you away from the ae on the ae thread....Just don't want you to get suck waiting for parts if they are hard to get over there.
Hope that helps.
I don't know if the rear-motor config will be a problem. The buggies are very light and there shouldn't be a runtime problem if i add a few grams to change the weight distribution. Also i trust the associated-plastic much more than lets say losi or durango.
Additionally i already designed a midmotor chassis for stickpacks in CAD, just need someone to machine the toeblocks