2910Likes1/10 R/C F1's...Pics, Discussions, Whatever...
03-20-2013, 10:25 AM
#7351
VBC racing released pricing for the new Flash 04 @ $427.99 USD. Can be found on their website and you can preorder.
http://www.vbcracing.com/products/vb...-d-05-vbc-0075
Pricing is a bit steep (although people will come back with this being a full option car - without wings, tires, and body)?
What will dealers being charging?
Anyone have some insight?
Thanks
G-man
http://www.vbcracing.com/products/vb...-d-05-vbc-0075
Pricing is a bit steep (although people will come back with this being a full option car - without wings, tires, and body)?
What will dealers being charging?
Anyone have some insight?
Thanks
G-man
03-20-2013, 10:43 AM
#7352
Tech Fanatic
If there are new 2013 team decals available, then i will see them at TQ rc racing.
03-20-2013, 11:03 AM
#7353
Concerning the paint scheme rules in the VF1 class... its about keeping the cars looking and feeling like the cars from that era... It's not necessary to duplicate a specific car, although that is fantastic... some people can not resist painting up flames and slapping on the latest RC decal they received at the last raffle... 
03-20-2013, 02:39 PM
#7354
Tech Fanatic
Concerning the paint scheme rules in the VF1 class... its about keeping the cars looking and feeling like the cars from that era... It's not necessary to duplicate a specific car, although that is fantastic... some people can not resist painting up flames and slapping on the latest RC decal they received at the last raffle...
I'm so glad that the rules for VF1 do not allow wild paint schemes, flames, skulls, neon paint, etc. About time that someone is trying to put the "scale" back into a class of racing! Of course, the VTA series has been doing that right along with great success. Another favorite of mine.
03-20-2013, 06:37 PM
#7359
Concerning the paint scheme rules in the VF1 class... its about keeping the cars looking and feeling like the cars from that era... It's not necessary to duplicate a specific car, although that is fantastic... some people can not resist painting up flames and slapping on the latest RC decal they received at the last raffle...
03-20-2013, 06:47 PM
#7360
Update
OK, Here's the latest I can figure out. With the F104 front end I cannot find a way to get the sidth to 190mm using the VTA wheels and tires. 180mm is the best I can do with "stock" parts. I'm sure it could be done but probably not worth it considering the F103, F109, and probably the front end from RCMART will all work out fairly easily and look better too.
The F103 and 109 front ends are the same width at the king pins so should be interchangeable. If the RCMART part is a little narrower it should still work well.
Pics show different views and details of what I have so far. I moved everything over to the F104 Chassis plate to be sure it came out the same as the F103 I was using. The F104 is easier to use since that's the one Manny used.
More later, I think painting the body is next!!!
The F103 and 109 front ends are the same width at the king pins so should be interchangeable. If the RCMART part is a little narrower it should still work well.
Pics show different views and details of what I have so far. I moved everything over to the F104 Chassis plate to be sure it came out the same as the F103 I was using. The F104 is easier to use since that's the one Manny used.
More later, I think painting the body is next!!!
03-21-2013, 07:45 AM
#7361
Tech Addict
03-21-2013, 07:56 AM
#7362
OK, Here's the latest I can figure out. With the F104 front end I cannot find a way to get the sidth to 190mm using the VTA wheels and tires. 180mm is the best I can do with "stock" parts. I'm sure it could be done but probably not worth it considering the F103, F109, and probably the front end from RCMART will all work out fairly easily and look better too.
The F103 and 109 front ends are the same width at the king pins so should be interchangeable. If the RCMART part is a little narrower it should still work well.
Pics show different views and details of what I have so far. I moved everything over to the F104 Chassis plate to be sure it came out the same as the F103 I was using. The F104 is easier to use since that's the one Manny used.
More later, I think painting the body is next!!!
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The F103 and 109 front ends are the same width at the king pins so should be interchangeable. If the RCMART part is a little narrower it should still work well.
Pics show different views and details of what I have so far. I moved everything over to the F104 Chassis plate to be sure it came out the same as the F103 I was using. The F104 is easier to use since that's the one Manny used.
More later, I think painting the body is next!!!
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http://www.tamiya.com/english/rc/rcmanual/58367.pdf
Last edited by Taylorm; 03-21-2013 at 08:18 AM. Reason: i cant type
03-21-2013, 11:33 AM
#7363
F103GT Parts
Ned...wouldnt these axle parts solve the hex hub issue???...Are these hexes on this car the same dimensions as the HPI rims??...they look the same to me...and the front end looks pretty cool too...OOPS....cars is discontinued....parts may be hard to get
http://www.tamiya.com/english/rc/rcmanual/58367.pdf
http://www.tamiya.com/english/rc/rcmanual/58367.pdf
I did stumble on info on the F103GT parts you found and the steering knuckle/hub fooled me! It looked like a rear type hub but turn it 90 degrees and I can see how it fits. It has alot of trailing caster and my not be wide enough for what we are doing. There is a plastic version from Tamiya on the "T" plastic tree that woudl be cheaper to try. I saw it on speedtech. Next time I order from them I'll get a set to check out.
Parts are available,but some times on backorder. I'm very happy with the FGX set-up, of course I have plenty of the parts already!
03-21-2013, 02:46 PM
#7364
GP Malaysia
Tonight at 7:45 PM PST the lobby is open for the GP of Malaysia
Race starts at 8:00 pm PST
Ive sent all of you a friend invite, be sure to respond so I can add you to the race.
One heat for sure and if there is enthusiasm and time maybe two heats of 15 laps. Dynamic whether. Will it rain? Can we keep the AI from P-1?
Tonight there will be two AI advance racers for ZMANIA and F3dude challenge
Sockrocker and two more drivers join in for the first time a big WELCOME dudes, see you latter at the race.
F-1 weekend predictions anyone?
1. Vettel (dry) Alonso (wet)
2. Kimi (W or D)
3. Hamilton (D) Perez (w)
Race starts at 8:00 pm PST
Ive sent all of you a friend invite, be sure to respond so I can add you to the race.
One heat for sure and if there is enthusiasm and time maybe two heats of 15 laps. Dynamic whether. Will it rain? Can we keep the AI from P-1?
Tonight there will be two AI advance racers for ZMANIA and F3dude challenge
Sockrocker and two more drivers join in for the first time a big WELCOME dudes, see you latter at the race.
F-1 weekend predictions anyone?
1. Vettel (dry) Alonso (wet)
2. Kimi (W or D)
3. Hamilton (D) Perez (w)
http://www.rctech.net/forum/racing-f...l#post11957150
03-21-2013, 07:24 PM
#7365
Tech Fanatic
OK, Here's the latest I can figure out. With the F104 front end I cannot find a way to get the sidth to 190mm using the VTA wheels and tires. 180mm is the best I can do with "stock" parts. I'm sure it could be done but probably not worth it considering the F103, F109, and probably the front end from RCMART will all work out fairly easily and look better too.
The F103 and 109 front ends are the same width at the king pins so should be interchangeable. If the RCMART part is a little narrower it should still work well.
Pics show different views and details of what I have so far. I moved everything over to the F104 Chassis plate to be sure it came out the same as the F103 I was using. The F104 is easier to use since that's the one Manny used.
More later, I think painting the body is next!!!
Attachment 1046164
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Attachment 1046170
The F103 and 109 front ends are the same width at the king pins so should be interchangeable. If the RCMART part is a little narrower it should still work well.
Pics show different views and details of what I have so far. I moved everything over to the F104 Chassis plate to be sure it came out the same as the F103 I was using. The F104 is easier to use since that's the one Manny used.
More later, I think painting the body is next!!!
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Looks great Ned, thanks for the pictures! Keep them coming. Looking froward to seeing that body painted and mounted. Also, can't wait to see those TECH Racing front arms on that car!