Originally Posted by Ropes (Post 12354251)

Come on, guys. Is it really necessary to ask for help deciding if a body is legal for the class? The answer should be in the name of the class itself, USGT. Not USRally, USHillClimb, USOffRoad, or USRecordBreakingGroundSpeedSetter.

I think, and it's just my opinion, that if you wouldn't see that body in the any of the Grand-AM Rolex or Continental Tire Series, keep in mind that the Daytona Prototypes have already been ruled out if I recall correctly, then it's probably not in the scope of the class.

Please don't stop sharing your pictures of your favorite cars and paint jobs...but the application of common sense goes a long way with the patience of many. I rarely make a post of opinion so don't take this as a bash in anyone's particular direction.

I love this class...it's fun to race and it's fun to watch. But the thing I love the most is that someone finally made "good use" of all the body shells that HPI, Tamiya, ProtoForm and the others were making, that weren't ROAR approved, and bring them into the spotlight. Let's not dillute that with other specific racing class inspired cars.

Originally Posted by howardcano (Post 12354616)

It seems like it's a very good idea to ask for help on deciding if a body is legal.

The nice thing here is that it's not open to interpretation. Rob is the sole and final arbiter. No competitors' arguments or opinions are necessary. I like that.

Originally Posted by IndyRC_Racer (Post 12172894)

HPI #17218 - Nissan 350Z Greddy/Twin Turbo Body (190mm)
Decals
- HPI decals included with body
- HPI paint mask template (Project HPI Team Falken) - http://www.hpiracing.com/news/2009080701/
- Sponsor decals sourced from local graphics company
http://www.rctech.net/forum/attachme...en-350z-lf.jpg

Originally Posted by Cpt.America (Post 12378894)

Anybody know where one can buy the d-compound xpattern tires for this class? I can't find them ANYwhere... building a scalespec car for my wife, but so far, frustrated trying to find things in stock.

Also, is there an exact wheel size and/or offset we need to use to keep track width correct? There are so many DOZENS of different wheels... all I know are TC dishes.

Originally Posted by IndyRC_Racer (Post 12378207)

The link in my original post went to a web page on the HPI website showing how to paint up your own Team Falken car. It included a downloadable paint mask file (in several different formats). I gave that file to a local print shop and they were able to cut the paint masks for me.

I'm guessing that since HPI changed ownership that they pulled that info off their website. I would suggest emailing HPI to see if they can send you a copy of the paint mask.

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Edit: Looks like you can buy a pre-painted Porsche in Falken Tires paint scheme - http://www.hpiracing.com/en/part/109760

Originally Posted by theproffesor (Post 12401679)

Just FYI AMAIN had xpatterns in stock last night.