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4318LikesU.S. Vintage Trans-Am Racing Part 2
12-04-2012, 06:21 PM
#3076
There will never be a perfect set of rules that makes everybody happy. If they had directions for all situations down to what kind of body clips you will be allowed to use, 1/2 the people will leave. The other half will leave if any motor any rotor any speed control is allowed.
But let me say this:
You also need some common sense. That will help you as well when you come up with a situation. Like, if you somebody extends the front air dam back to the body so it doesn't get ripped off in one weekend. Does this make any difference to performance? No Does it make the car look bad? No, so just carry on and have fun.
But let me say this:
You also need some common sense. That will help you as well when you come up with a situation. Like, if you somebody extends the front air dam back to the body so it doesn't get ripped off in one weekend. Does this make any difference to performance? No Does it make the car look bad? No, so just carry on and have fun.
2. I AM having fun.......only because I have stopped running VTA and GT. So by all means; keep up the good work!!!!
12-04-2012, 06:27 PM
#3077
What do the letters stand for on this body? Oh, don't forget to post them in the VTA Paint thread here on RCTech (http://www.rctech.net/forum/electric...sion-only.html)
I really like the creative use off the offset stripe. Too bad you didn't post it sitting on a TC3 box. I still have my original TC3 Racer kit box. I probably also have a few area 51 decals for that kit somewhere.
I really like the creative use off the offset stripe. Too bad you didn't post it sitting on a TC3 box. I still have my original TC3 Racer kit box. I probably also have a few area 51 decals for that kit somewhere.
Last edited by saneone; 12-04-2012 at 06:34 PM. Reason: Additional quotes.
12-04-2012, 06:38 PM
#3078
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1. For a perfect example of a clearly defined rule set; you may want to take a look at the TCS rules. Everyone whom I've spoken with has never had a problem with them. Those rules leave very little if any room for interpretation.
2. I AM having fun.......only because I have stopped running VTA and GT. So by all means; keep up the good work!!!!
2. I AM having fun.......only because I have stopped running VTA and GT. So by all means; keep up the good work!!!!
12-04-2012, 06:52 PM
#3079
i agree. The rules do change every year to allow for changes in their production; parts availability and technology. The difference when those changes are made; they are publicized and held to the letter of that rule set. As far as where the "problem" may lay? that was addressed at point #2
12-04-2012, 07:09 PM
#3080
i agree. The rules do change every year to allow for changes in their production; parts availability and technology. The difference when those changes are made; they are publicized and held to the letter of that rule set. As far as where the "problem" may lay? that was addressed at point #2
12-04-2012, 07:10 PM
#3081
1. For a perfect example of a clearly defined rule set; you may want to take a look at the TCS rules. Everyone whom I've spoken with has never had a problem with them. Those rules leave very little if any room for interpretation.
2. I AM having fun.......only because I have stopped running VTA and GT. So by all means; keep up the good work!!!!
2. I AM having fun.......only because I have stopped running VTA and GT. So by all means; keep up the good work!!!!
I just don't understand why people that aren't even running VTA have to muck up this thread with stupid negativity.
12-04-2012, 07:32 PM
#3082
1. If your car is "100% USVTA legal" please outline the exact set of "rules" YOU followed. Maybe it will shed some light on ALL of the issues mentioned in the past 206 pages. Honestly, every VTA race I've seen has a different set of rules for that day and have always claimed to have been "USVAT rules".
2. Also IF you had read my original post in that thread; it wasn't to "bash" the class. It was to try and understand why only a certain brand of esc"s were being updated and not others. The bashing didn't start until the general ignorant red neck response of "if it ain't broke..don't fix it" was used. But this is not the place for that...and it doesn't matter any more.
3.the reason for posting in a thread for a class I no longer run in; is because I want to be able to recommend VTA as a comparatively stable class; with a well defined rule set that ALL participants adhere to. It's hard to promote a class where the rules are largely different from track to track.
2. Also IF you had read my original post in that thread; it wasn't to "bash" the class. It was to try and understand why only a certain brand of esc"s were being updated and not others. The bashing didn't start until the general ignorant red neck response of "if it ain't broke..don't fix it" was used. But this is not the place for that...and it doesn't matter any more.
3.the reason for posting in a thread for a class I no longer run in; is because I want to be able to recommend VTA as a comparatively stable class; with a well defined rule set that ALL participants adhere to. It's hard to promote a class where the rules are largely different from track to track.
12-04-2012, 07:40 PM
#3083
There are people who have had rules named after them for their exploration into gray areas....
12-04-2012, 07:43 PM
#3084
i agree. The rules do change every year to allow for changes in their production; parts availability and technology. The difference when those changes are made; they are publicized and held to the letter of that rule set. As far as where the "problem" may lay? that was addressed at point #2
USVTA like any racing series can not and will not be able to put every possible rule in writing, you would have a novel for each class to address every aspect and loop hole and even then people will find an issue.
USVTA rules is probably one of the best rules set out there to promote consistency. I have a blast running the class. Follow the rules for the class or don't, it's up to you but don't complain about every little aspect.
12-04-2012, 07:57 PM
#3085
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1. If your car is "100% USVTA legal" please outline the exact set of "rules" YOU followed. Maybe it will shed some light on ALL of the issues mentioned in the past 206 pages. Honestly, every VTA race I've seen has a different set of rules for that day and have always claimed to have been "USVAT rules". If you follow the rules laid out by the USVTA on their website you are 100% legal. If there is a rule that you are not sure about ask and you will receive an answer from Rob. If you want a rule changed to meet your own personal wants and desires then its not the rules that are laid out its your own personal issue.
2. Also IF you had read my original post in that thread; it wasn't to "bash" the class. It was to try and understand why only a certain brand of esc"s were being updated and not others. The bashing didn't start until the general ignorant red neck response of "if it ain't broke..don't fix it" was used. But this is not the place for that...and it doesn't matter any more. What ESC's are you looking for? The rules for ESC's are clearly outlined within the USVTA ESC list if a NEW ESC comes along and meets its requirements then it will be approved. Its really that simple. If the manufacture that you like doesnt have an ESC on the list its not the USVTA's responsibility to make them conform to their requirements when others have no problem meeting this standard.
3.the reason for posting in a thread for a class I no longer run in; is because I want to be able to recommend VTA as a comparatively stable class; with a well defined rule set that ALL participants adhere to. It's hard to promote a class where the rules are largely different from track to track.The class is very stable compared to other classes. If rules are being changed for your local level to help racing thats written into the rules that you can adjust them to help racing at your local track. This is much like all the rules that ROAR has inplace for say 17.5 sedan that are not followed at every local race. Most people dont complain about this fact yet people feel its with in their "rights" to do this with VTA I just fail to see why? If you enjoy racing a class follow the rules and have a good time if not do like you have and move on into another class you enjoy its really that simple.
2. Also IF you had read my original post in that thread; it wasn't to "bash" the class. It was to try and understand why only a certain brand of esc"s were being updated and not others. The bashing didn't start until the general ignorant red neck response of "if it ain't broke..don't fix it" was used. But this is not the place for that...and it doesn't matter any more. What ESC's are you looking for? The rules for ESC's are clearly outlined within the USVTA ESC list if a NEW ESC comes along and meets its requirements then it will be approved. Its really that simple. If the manufacture that you like doesnt have an ESC on the list its not the USVTA's responsibility to make them conform to their requirements when others have no problem meeting this standard.
3.the reason for posting in a thread for a class I no longer run in; is because I want to be able to recommend VTA as a comparatively stable class; with a well defined rule set that ALL participants adhere to. It's hard to promote a class where the rules are largely different from track to track.The class is very stable compared to other classes. If rules are being changed for your local level to help racing thats written into the rules that you can adjust them to help racing at your local track. This is much like all the rules that ROAR has inplace for say 17.5 sedan that are not followed at every local race. Most people dont complain about this fact yet people feel its with in their "rights" to do this with VTA I just fail to see why? If you enjoy racing a class follow the rules and have a good time if not do like you have and move on into another class you enjoy its really that simple.
12-04-2012, 08:29 PM
#3086
Does anybody skip putting butter on their toast and go straight for the jelly? I myself don't, you can't taste it anyhow so why bother. Grape jelly, or jam if you prefer, is the best !! 
12-04-2012, 08:31 PM
#3087
I don't butter waffles either. No siree, straight to the syrup for this guy !! 
12-04-2012, 08:37 PM
#3088
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Back on topic
this is on my ta05 v2 IFS chassis, with a speed passion 21.5t v3 BL and a CC Sidewinder ESC
finished my first VTA body....
70 mustang boss 302
kept it simple with one paint color...
gonna do my GF's next whenever she decides on what she wants
I didnt like HPI's stickers and next time I will use the guy on here that makes them
and yes I will chop the posts when i get a minute
this is on my ta05 v2 IFS chassis, with a speed passion 21.5t v3 BL and a CC Sidewinder ESC
finished my first VTA body....
70 mustang boss 302
kept it simple with one paint color...
gonna do my GF's next whenever she decides on what she wants
I didnt like HPI's stickers and next time I will use the guy on here that makes them
and yes I will chop the posts when i get a minute
12-04-2012, 08:55 PM
#3090
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on the serious though when tracks start changeing the rules of usvta to suit there needs when people travel to race all it ever does is stir up crap i think the rules need to be followed to the t or whats the point of haveing a spec class i run a vented end bell and no ring on my motor in ga at the gorc it was the only one i had that didnt want to act stupid so i ran it no one said anything it went straight threw tech?