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07-16-2013 | 04:30 PM
#1126
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.
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.
that's just my 2 cents. continue please.
07-16-2013 | 05:19 PM
#1127
Answered my own question.
Thanks again guys!
Last edited by Big Midget; 07-16-2013 at 05:37 PM. Reason: EDIT
07-24-2013 | 04:16 AM
#1130
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
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
07-24-2013 | 07:53 AM
#1131
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
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
07-24-2013 | 11:54 AM
#1132
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.
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.
07-24-2013 | 12:52 PM
#1133
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.
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.
07-24-2013 | 03:56 PM
#1134
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
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
07-31-2013 | 12:57 PM
#1136
Anybody tried running these tires in USGT?
Vaterra 67x26mm
http://www.amainhobbies.com/product_...m-2-S-Compound
Interested in knowing if there are any alternatives to the xpattern tires from HPI.
Vaterra 67x26mm
http://www.amainhobbies.com/product_...m-2-S-Compound
Interested in knowing if there are any alternatives to the xpattern tires from HPI.
07-31-2013 | 02:03 PM
#1138
Joined: Mar 2011
Posts: 6,410
From: Austin,TX
pretty sure most folks are interested in the "Belted Pro Compound" tires, I know I will never waste my money on another set of "D Compound" again 
I have found that the Integy knock offs are almost identical to the D Compound and I wasn't impressed with them either
I have found that the Integy knock offs are almost identical to the D Compound and I wasn't impressed with them either
07-31-2013 | 03:43 PM
#1140
On asphalt the belted Pro-compound X-Pattern are garbage. They squeal a lot and do not grip. They're worse than the D-compound tires. The non-belted Pro-compound tires are the faster of the X-pattern tires.