867LikesTamiya Euro Truck Class
09-20-2022, 11:44 AM
#1563
I've run Eurotruck for years. I'm an average driver at the local tracks I finish anywhere between 1st and 3rd depending if the serious TCS drivers show up (the guys with ceramic bearings, etc). Started with the Mercedes body but now run Fat Fox. My opinion is that the Fat Fox body is easier to drive, especially if the track has any bumps on it. The cab over design of the Mercedes flops around and more you try to secure it, the more that movement transfers to the chassis.
09-20-2022, 04:14 PM
#1564
I have $9 amazon bearings (Tamiya on sale) and a $18 battery. I’m definitely budget/beginner.
i was just curious to see if there were any advantages.
Eurotruck is fun because it’s an even playing field. I’m less worried about breaking $30 arms or tweaking something. It’s also a good way to get new people into racing.
i was just curious to see if there were any advantages.
Eurotruck is fun because it’s an even playing field. I’m less worried about breaking $30 arms or tweaking something. It’s also a good way to get new people into racing.
09-21-2022, 09:43 AM
#1565
I don't think it's an even playing field. I'm pretty competitive in most classes I run in, but I'm way off the pace with my truck. Last time I raced it, I swapped trucks with one of the other guys, and went significantly quicker with their one. There's so much variance in performance with the brushed motors.
09-30-2022, 08:58 AM
#1570
I got the Fat Fox body from amain, hoping to put it on this weekend and see if that helps the truck drive better.
09-30-2022, 11:28 AM
#1572
09-30-2022, 12:59 PM
#1573
I have to get on the ball and get mine made as well as my M-Chassis.
10-02-2022, 12:10 PM
#1574
Should be receiving my kit today at some point. Just wondering if anyone had an setup tips for racing on asphalt? Is it worth it running some oil in the diffs?
10-03-2022, 02:57 PM
#1575
Tech Apprentice
Tamiya Euro Truck wear and tear durability
Thanks to IndyRCRacer for getting me back to the track, this class puts the focus back on the driver, not setup, high end chassis, etc. I’m not against the high end stuff but with a busy schedule it’s nice to have a class where you can show up every now and then and not have to worry about technology passing you by as fast.
I’ve ran my Tamiya Euro truck for 5 weeks and everything looks good wear and tear wise. I would say I will probably be able to go another 10 weeks before having to change front tires and maybe the motor. I have about 25 - 4 to 8 minutes runs in the 5 weeks I have raced.
After being away for nearly a year, the biggest tip in this class that helped me was that you have to coat the front tire sidewalls with CA glue. We run on black carpet with high grip and it’s the best way to prevent the truck from traction rolling. Outside of that, keep up with normal maintenance, keep it clean, stay off the barriers, other trucks on the track and you’ve got yourself a recipe for fun and maybe an occasional podium or win.
5th week after about 25 - 4 to 8 minute runs…
I’ve ran my Tamiya Euro truck for 5 weeks and everything looks good wear and tear wise. I would say I will probably be able to go another 10 weeks before having to change front tires and maybe the motor. I have about 25 - 4 to 8 minutes runs in the 5 weeks I have raced.
After being away for nearly a year, the biggest tip in this class that helped me was that you have to coat the front tire sidewalls with CA glue. We run on black carpet with high grip and it’s the best way to prevent the truck from traction rolling. Outside of that, keep up with normal maintenance, keep it clean, stay off the barriers, other trucks on the track and you’ve got yourself a recipe for fun and maybe an occasional podium or win.
5th week after about 25 - 4 to 8 minute runs…
