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USIC USGT 2016 Motor and Chassis list in qualifing order

TQ A.F. TSR A800
2nd D.J. TeamPowers A800
3rd B.S. TSR A800
4th M.L. TSR A800
5th M.F TeamPowers A800
6th D.J TSR Destiny
7th J.W. Trinity Monster '17 Xray
8th C.V TSR Destiny
9 A.C. TSR A700
10 B.K. R1 v15 A700
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13 J.L. TSR A800
14 M.L. TSR Destiny
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18 R.C. TSR T4
19 M.K. Reedy Powered M3 AE TC7
20 S.J. TSR Destiny
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Old 07-16-2013, 04:30 PM
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Originally Posted by Ropes
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.
Well in my opinion i think people should ask before showing up with some dumb illegal body that'll piss everyone off on their first race day.
that's just my 2 cents. continue please.
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Old 07-16-2013, 05:19 PM
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Originally Posted by howardcano
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.

Answered my own question.
Thanks again guys!

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+1 on what Howard said.
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Hey USGT'ers!

Just a heads up for any of you planning on racing Spec GT at IIC in October, the PROTOform Lexus LFA and Camaro ZL1 bodies have been added to the approved list.
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Old 07-24-2013, 04:16 AM
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Originally Posted by IndyRC_Racer
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
I'm thinking of doing the falken stripe scheme, albeit in different colours. Is that paint mask available to buy? I couldn't see it on the HPI website or come up on any searches?
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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
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Old 07-24-2013, 11:54 AM
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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.
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Originally Posted by Cpt.America
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.
I have new unmounted X-pattern tires for sale. I'll check on what I have and will let you know tonight.
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Old 07-24-2013, 03:56 PM
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Originally Posted by IndyRC_Racer
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
Thanks. The Porsche (and yours) does look good. I've got a local paint mask guy who should be able to whip one up. I'll contact him.
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Old 07-27-2013, 07:48 AM
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Belted or not... what is the difference performance wise
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Old 07-31-2013, 12:57 PM
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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.
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Old 07-31-2013, 01:12 PM
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Just FYI AMAIN had xpatterns in stock last night.
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Originally Posted by theproffesor
Just FYI AMAIN had xpatterns in stock last night.
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
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Old 07-31-2013, 02:19 PM
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Has anyone tried any tires other than hpi "X"? Picked up a few cheap sets from hobbypartz I'm going to try out
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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.
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