Matthew_Armeni

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That's my plan.

GT CRUSING

Yea that solution is nice, I just don’t like that the fan is too close to the ground and very exposed. It’s obviously much lighter than my mount, but i’m already at 1503g so I don’t really need it. (And ive broken several fans like that in other cars) The issue is that if that one fan screw gets loose, it can drag on the track

Besides, another reason I went with a top vs side mount was that there’s lots of airflow in that side area and Id rather have airflow forced down to push hot air out rather than push cold air in

TPhalen

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The systems vary from track to track with almost all being 3-wire AMB compatible. As long as yours is compatible with that, you should be good.

TPhalen

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TCS rules state no aftermarket parts can be used, nor is drilling holes ok. That being said, I want to keep to those same rules.

However, You can add a motor-mounted fan ring to your car - totally legal. The Exotek one is good to go. It should work in side or top mounting positions.

SteveNeill

Is there a post or a link foUF1 in Socal? I live in Ventura and would love to race. I'm building a 312T# presently and need a place to practice with her for starters. Thanks for any help!

TPhalen

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Hey Steve.

Here's the link to the UF1 site: Home | UF1 RC - Formula 1 RC Racing. There's the ruleset as well as our schedule. The season just ended and we are looking to start the next one here soon. Hopefully. Once tracks open back up.

SteveNeill

Thank you very much. I will look foreword to racing. From what I can tell from the rules my stock Tamiya 312T2 Ferrari qualifies?

cpatel529

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I am looking for a F1 car as well to start in the F2 class. Is it spec motor/ESC like Formula-E or is it open (I currently run Maclan Pico and V2 motors in all my cars)? Debating between Exotek and Infinity (I have an infinity 4wd touring car and like the red).

Also, which are the popular bodies and does the paint scheme have to be real F1 or can it match my offroad and sedan scheme?

Chi

SteveNeill

Another question should I get the DX5C or is the or is the STX3 that I have good enough? Thanks.

TPhalen

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At the moment, newcomers to the Series start off in Formula 2. This is the class to learn you car, learn setup techniques and car control without having to race the 'top dogs'.

If you want to run in the F1 class, we hold 'F1 Qualifiers' - basically a day to get on the track and show us what you got. We post a designated laptime that you have to hit 3 laps in a row - that shows us you have both speed and consistency to be in that class.

Tamiya 312T2 ... are you sure you didn't mean the 312T3? Either way, I think that car is based on the F104W chassis which, unfortunately, is outside the rules (it's a 200mm chassis and we only allow up to 190mm). It also uses foam tires which we don't run in the UF1. However, if you can get a set of rubber tires on there (see the site for tire recommendations) you can come out and play with us in the F2 class. The 200mm chassis might have an advantage but being an older car it might work out fine. I'd love for you to come out and see what the UF1 is all about!

TPhalen

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The F2 class is where you're going to want to start. That being said, there is no 'Spec' power system other than the entire system being ROAR legal and the motor being a 25.5T.

Right now the most popular car is for sure the Exotek. That being said, it is also probably one of the most tuneable cars - read that as complicated if you don't know what you're doing. There are alot of guys running it and everyone is super helpful, so if you're up for the challenge, I would recommend that car. There are a few other brands out there that are kicking butt - XRAY, Tamiya, etc - but we've only seen one Infinity car.

In the F2 class, I'm not too worried about paint schemes. Of course I always encourage a realistic look, but it's not mandatory. I do push the F1 class to have realistic liveries though. As far as bodies, it really depends on who you ask - some say 'this' body works, others say 'that' body works. It's really hard to say.

TPhalen

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STX3 should be good enough to start off with.

If you have a budget for the DX5C, it will certainly help with the added bells and whistles, but it's certainly not necessary. I would suggest a good electronics and tire selections, then just come out and drive! Learn the car, learn the track, learn to set it up and you'll be just fine.

SteveNeill

Tony thank you very much. All understood and yes a T3. It's brand new in the box and I'm starting today. Will get the rubber tires.
Where do you race? I'm in Ventura and use to long drive for my flying hobbies and events.

Lastly the radio. I have the STX3 but I was thinking if I build another car the DX5C maybe be better for the 20 model memory and a few other of the features.

What do you recommend? Thanks!

TPhalen

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Sorry, just answered your radio question.

When everything is open and running, we race at a couple different tracks around SoCal; Cal Raceway in Orange, Revelation Raceway in Montclair, URC V in Northridge and Roadrunners in Camarillo. You can also keep an eye on the schedule as it will show the tracks and dates: UF1 Racing Schedule

SteveNeill

Agreed sounds like a good idea. The Roadrunners track is only a few minutes from me. AS for UF1. Can you post a link to where I can get the cars-kits for this class. I got the DX5 inbound and would like to build one up the road. So UF2 is a class too? I like forward to racing with you. Thanks, Steve.