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Old 05-13-2012, 07:55 AM
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Originally Posted by DARKSIDE
come on Rob, you know you want a set
What does holy crap mean to you? The rims are awesome...
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Ok in the rules it clearly states what rims are ok. However it lists every single rim that fits the Vintage "d" tire. In other words if this rim was to be made it should be accepted because we all know the vintage tires do not fit on any other rim but the vintage.

Lost? In other words this should not be an issue.

But I can see the argument here. We would still need the front and rears to work in the first place. Will I drop cash to this guy? Damn right I will I would look good on my new body I am making. Tires get tested not rims. considering PJ found proof they are used on a current car on the circuit then there should be no issue here. Once I have the funds I am backing this guy up and ordering my sets as well.
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Old 05-13-2012, 10:35 AM
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just picked up a TC6.1 and have it ready to go but, what should my gearing be at?
I'm going to be running Plant City to start with. want to come over to the other coast soon too.
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Old 05-13-2012, 11:15 AM
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Originally Posted by DAF Racing
just picked up a TC6.1 and have it ready to go but, what should my gearing be at?
I'm going to be running Plant City to start with. want to come over to the other coast soon too.
Daf I'm using a 96spur and a52 pinion 64 pitch on my 6.1 with
The timing turned up to jus about all the way And this has been working just
Great at the tracks I have been racing at
Hope this helps
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How are you laying down the antenna wire inside the vta bodies?

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Old 05-13-2012, 01:48 PM
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how do you turn up the timing? I took the 3 screws out of the back but the timing part of the can won't move. It has marks on it but was thinking toat it is fixed.
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Originally Posted by DAF Racing
how do you turn up the timing? I took the 3 screws out of the back but the timing part of the can won't move. It has marks on it but was thinking toat it is fixed.
If you have a newer Ballistic motor, then you will need to also loosen the three screws that hold the can together as well as loosen the three screws on the end bell to allow it to move.

I had to do this recently on my newer motor. On my older Ballistic, I just had to loosen the three screws on the end bell.
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Originally Posted by -Dutch-
How are you laying down the antenna wire inside the vta bodies?
Most of us are running 2.4Ghz radios which have very short receiver wires.
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Originally Posted by kwkride
Most of us are running 2.4Ghz radios which have very short receiver wires.
Even on the old systems you can usually bend the aerial tube with a hair dryer and fit it under the VTA shell.

I gave the guy $45 on his rims. I hope he makes it.
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I gave the guy $45 on his rims. I hope he makes it.
As well way to go snoop would be nice to have 26 and 31 mm
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Thanks for the reply on the antenna wire.
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Originally Posted by rcpaintinpete
As well way to go snoop would be nice to have 26 and 31 mm
I am just rooting for the guy. I mean look at it. He has a prototype rim that you can see there. I think the rims are cool but thats not even the point for me. Right now I am just rooting for him. This guy could be an ally for many things for us VTA racers. I think he deserves our support. I plan on pestering him for a Falcon VTA body later.
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Old 05-14-2012, 06:58 AM
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Wow guys. I'm glad we are all adults, right?
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Old 05-14-2012, 07:31 AM
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I need your opinions. I have been filming VTA races from 2 different angles. Take a look at the videos below and tell me which of the 2 looks better.
Video #1 is filmed from the East end of the track: http://youtu.be/G6eYnxqm9So
Video #2 is filmed from the West end of the track: http://youtu.be/QfRMHr86GaI
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If you are just planning on having a one camera shoot then I think one is as good as the other. Maybe the first one shows a little more. I would love to have multiple camera shoots for all races with live switching.
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