View Poll Results: what's your tire choice?
Protoform
46
30.67%
HPI
104
69.33%
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4318LikesU.S. Vintage Trans-Am Racing Part 2
12-07-2012, 08:24 AM
#3170
As long as you don't hit anything to often protoform J71 is a great body. I say it like this because I don't put ridiculous amounts of shoe goo on the body like some people do to make them more durable. When setup right you have no wheel rub and feels very neutral at full speed. I thought about going back to the 68 but the J71 just works for me.
12-07-2012, 09:04 AM
#3172
At Hotslots Raceway in Urbana IL we are running all USVTA rules other than the following:
- No Driver Figure in Body Required
- Any roar approved blinky speedo but most have the USVTA approved esc already.
That is it and we have a great class started... Had 11 VTA cars last week.
- No Driver Figure in Body Required
- Any roar approved blinky speedo but most have the USVTA approved esc already.
That is it and we have a great class started... Had 11 VTA cars last week.
thats great guys...more tracks running VTA the merrier...
is there a reason for not running the driver figure...just asking...Ive run one since VTA was started even before the rule..I like the idea of somebody helping me behind the wheel...lol..I started using the Tamiya Grasshopper driver in early 2008...then did another one for the Nationals...still look good today
is there a reason for not running the driver figure...just asking...Ive run one since VTA was started even before the rule..I like the idea of somebody helping me behind the wheel...lol..I started using the Tamiya Grasshopper driver in early 2008...then did another one for the Nationals...still look good today
To answer your question from my standpoint, I think for most new racers (including myself at the time I started) a driver figure was ONE MORE THING that I had to buy. The LHS didn't stock anything remotely close to what I needed so I was on my own to find one. Honestly, a driver figure seemed like a subtle nuance to me at the time (like saying you must use the window wiper decals for example), so when our track Director said it wasn't necessary for local VTA racing, I quit worrying about a driver figure in seconds.
Of course for the offical USVTA events, if its a requirement, its a requirement. I don't suggest for any reason that it shouldn't be. Anybody who's into VTA enough to attend an official event I'm sure doesn't mind the driver requirement.
I know others will disagree with this, but I think as long as the proportions of the "driver" are close to 1/10th scale, I enjoy seeing and using unique/funny drivers. Just adds more fun to the class IMO. I'm running a skull driver right now in my 69 Camaro. I think he (yes, I checked...) looks great in there.
If the rules were super specific that it had to be a scale scale driver, that would be a bummer I think. Of course, that's just my opinion... My wife has explained to me on many occasions that my opinion is usually wrong before I even say it!
Of course for the offical USVTA events, if its a requirement, its a requirement. I don't suggest for any reason that it shouldn't be. Anybody who's into VTA enough to attend an official event I'm sure doesn't mind the driver requirement.
I know others will disagree with this, but I think as long as the proportions of the "driver" are close to 1/10th scale, I enjoy seeing and using unique/funny drivers. Just adds more fun to the class IMO. I'm running a skull driver right now in my 69 Camaro. I think he (yes, I checked...) looks great in there.
If the rules were super specific that it had to be a scale scale driver, that would be a bummer I think. Of course, that's just my opinion... My wife has explained to me on many occasions that my opinion is usually wrong before I even say it!
I agree with all stated above, because we have many new onroad racers that are getting started on a budget or newer modeling skill set, it would have held up racers getting started and to the track to require the driver figure. I think it does look cool and I would not discourage anyone from adding one. We just felt at the club level it was not mandatory in order to get the class up and running. Same reason for the roar blinky esc so people could get racing without new equipment if needed.
When people are purchasing new equipment or upgrading they are encouraged to purchase the specific USVTA equipment.
Just as stated above I have no issue at all with larger events adhering tightly to the rules.
When people are purchasing new equipment or upgrading they are encouraged to purchase the specific USVTA equipment.
Just as stated above I have no issue at all with larger events adhering tightly to the rules.
this my friends is a perfect example of simple questions and answers without any extra
thank you guys
12-07-2012, 09:12 AM
#3173
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One of the advatanges of the HPI Camaro is that it is a 1-piece body and it is extremely durable. There are other 1-piece bodies available - Pegasus Mustang & McCallister Mustang. Both of these bodies are light and fairly durable.
Some people do go a bit overboard with shoe goo, but it is usually to deal with issues with a body that is not reinforced. The HPI 'Cuda & Challenger have thin lexan in the front (due to the molding process), so a bit of reinforcement helps the nose keep its shape.
As far as weight, I made the A-Main at the Southern Nationals running a FTTC4 with a front diff and a reinforced 'Cuda body and my car weighed over 1600 grams. I was as fast as anyone that day. If I had worked on my setup more I would have easily been in the top 5.
12-07-2012, 09:18 AM
#3174
for me I like the 68 HPI Camaro for its durability...the 69 Z28 is good too, but you have to add the rear bumper...The Cuda/Challenger handle great, but like the J71 are thin....the Boss Stang is to top heavy for high bite(imo)....
oh..the 1965 Mustang from HPI is perfect...imo...I love it, its as neutral as any of them. It seems to be the middle of all the bodies..and my favorite
12-07-2012, 12:05 PM
#3176
At Hotslots Raceway in Urbana IL we are running all USVTA rules other than the following:
- No Driver Figure in Body Required
- Any roar approved blinky speedo but most have the USVTA approved esc already.
That is it and we have a great class started... Had 11 VTA cars last week.
- No Driver Figure in Body Required
- Any roar approved blinky speedo but most have the USVTA approved esc already.
That is it and we have a great class started... Had 11 VTA cars last week.
When, what times do you run VTA? Is it every week? Sounds like you have a good turnout.
http://www.hotslots132.com/hotslots-...way-a-264.html
12-07-2012, 12:10 PM
#3177
Nevermind on the schedule. I found it. Saturday nights. That's do-able. 
http://www.hotslots132.com/hotslots-...ive-a-289.html
http://www.hotslots132.com/hotslots-...ive-a-289.html
12-07-2012, 12:13 PM
#3178
I think Ive run just about everybody on the list minus 1 or 2...and they all have similar feels...the best thing really is to pick which car you like best and set it up for your chassis and driving style...
for me I like the 68 HPI Camaro for its durability...the 69 Z28 is good too, but you have to add the rear bumper...The Cuda/Challenger handle great, but like the J71 are thin....the Boss Stang is to top heavy for high bite(imo)....
oh..the 1965 Mustang from HPI is perfect...imo...I love it, its as neutral as any of them. It seems to be the middle of all the bodies..and my favorite
for me I like the 68 HPI Camaro for its durability...the 69 Z28 is good too, but you have to add the rear bumper...The Cuda/Challenger handle great, but like the J71 are thin....the Boss Stang is to top heavy for high bite(imo)....
oh..the 1965 Mustang from HPI is perfect...imo...I love it, its as neutral as any of them. It seems to be the middle of all the bodies..and my favorite
12-07-2012, 12:40 PM
#3180
Nevermind on the schedule. I found it. Saturday nights. That's do-able.
http://www.hotslots132.com/hotslots-...ive-a-289.html
http://www.hotslots132.com/hotslots-...ive-a-289.html
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