6LikesCritters Raceway of Fairfield, NJ - Racing Forum
06-04-2012, 05:31 AM
#3436
Wow thanks guys for all this info! I'll start up on my tire collection now 
Also want to start playing with all the adjustments on this buggy. So many things to mess with. Can I get an idea what people normally run for oil in their shocks? I don't have a shorty pack yet so my buggy may be a little heavier then most. I just bought 2 saddle pack sets because I heard that was a good thing to have for the buggy but since you can only run these in stick form I guess it really does not matter if I run them or sticks.
Plus all the cool adjustments this buggy has that are so easy to do makes me want to mess around a lot more
I plan to get the sct version of this buggy when it comes out so this way if I at least learn how things work on this frame it will be a little easier to adjust things on the sct. Certainly everything will need to be adjusted differently but I'll have a better idea what does what and what is involved to make changes.
Also want to start playing with all the adjustments on this buggy. So many things to mess with. Can I get an idea what people normally run for oil in their shocks? I don't have a shorty pack yet so my buggy may be a little heavier then most. I just bought 2 saddle pack sets because I heard that was a good thing to have for the buggy but since you can only run these in stick form I guess it really does not matter if I run them or sticks.Plus all the cool adjustments this buggy has that are so easy to do makes me want to mess around a lot more
I plan to get the sct version of this buggy when it comes out so this way if I at least learn how things work on this frame it will be a little easier to adjust things on the sct. Certainly everything will need to be adjusted differently but I'll have a better idea what does what and what is involved to make changes.
06-04-2012, 05:33 AM
#3437
I'm very sorry for the dumb question guys. I had know idea how much I would like 2wd buggy. My first day at the track with my 210 was killer and I'm so hooked! It's also was my first time back at the track since it has been redone (I'm about 3 months out since my last time).
So I really want to learn how to setup my RC now and have more fun. I've found some really good sites for information on this but one area I'm a little lost is the type of track condition this new track falls under? I know it's dirt but with the really hard finish is it considered clay now? I wouldn't call it high traction either right?
I was running some DD's in the rear and Groovy in the front. Next I think I'll try barcodes all around.
Also was going to try maybe the mid motor layout on my 210 but am worried about loosing to much traction.
Any advice would be great. Really into this now, way more then before!
So I really want to learn how to setup my RC now and have more fun. I've found some really good sites for information on this but one area I'm a little lost is the type of track condition this new track falls under? I know it's dirt but with the really hard finish is it considered clay now? I wouldn't call it high traction either right?
I was running some DD's in the rear and Groovy in the front. Next I think I'll try barcodes all around.
Also was going to try maybe the mid motor layout on my 210 but am worried about loosing to much traction.
Any advice would be great. Really into this now, way more then before!
06-04-2012, 05:37 AM
#3438
06-04-2012, 05:59 AM
#3439
I'm very sorry for the dumb question guys. I had know idea how much I would like 2wd buggy. My first day at the track with my 210 was killer and I'm so hooked! It's also was my first time back at the track since it has been redone (I'm about 3 months out since my last time).
So I really want to learn how to setup my RC now and have more fun. I've found some really good sites for information on this but one area I'm a little lost is the type of track condition this new track falls under? I know it's dirt but with the really hard finish is it considered clay now? I wouldn't call it high traction either right?
I was running some DD's in the rear and Groovy in the front. Next I think I'll try barcodes all around.
Also was going to try maybe the mid motor layout on my 210 but am worried about loosing to much traction.
Any advice would be great. Really into this now, way more then before!
So I really want to learn how to setup my RC now and have more fun. I've found some really good sites for information on this but one area I'm a little lost is the type of track condition this new track falls under? I know it's dirt but with the really hard finish is it considered clay now? I wouldn't call it high traction either right?
I was running some DD's in the rear and Groovy in the front. Next I think I'll try barcodes all around.
Also was going to try maybe the mid motor layout on my 210 but am worried about loosing to much traction.
Any advice would be great. Really into this now, way more then before!
I tried the Panther Slicks in the Rear, AKA inserts and really liked them. On the front I run HB Full Shots in Pink but anything similar will work.
Definitely get a Shorty Pack and run it forward. Really balances out the car which is generally a little ass heavy. Prices of Shorty's are coming down..
I run RM3. Haven't tried MM yet but on any track with high traction I would say give it a go. I plan to try it one of these days...I'm going to likely switch to RM4 for now as I've read good things about it.
2WD is definitely challenging and I've got along way to go to get anywhere near to the 'fast guys'.
06-04-2012, 06:21 AM
#3440
Well I had some tires on order already so I think the best thing for me is to get to the track on a race day and start making some friends With all these options the best way to really understand what does what is to see it first hand.
I just can't believe people will go through tires in one night? You guys must spend a ton just on running the cars let alone buying and maintaining them.
Is my math right here? I'm guessing anyone so into this would race more then one class so....
$20 first class $10 for next. At least $15 for wheels/tires/foams. Multiply this by how many times you race and your looking at over $100 a month just racing? Am I right here? Let alone practice track time and anything else. OMG I'll still to less traction for now and maybe some firmer tires HAHAHA
With all these options the best way to really understand what does what is to see it first hand. I just can't believe people will go through tires in one night? You guys must spend a ton just on running the cars let alone buying and maintaining them.
Is my math right here? I'm guessing anyone so into this would race more then one class so....
$20 first class $10 for next. At least $15 for wheels/tires/foams. Multiply this by how many times you race and your looking at over $100 a month just racing? Am I right here? Let alone practice track time and anything else. OMG I'll still to less traction for now and maybe some firmer tires HAHAHA
06-04-2012, 06:27 AM
#3441
Well I had some tires on order already so I think the best thing for me is to get to the track on a race day and start making some friends With all these options the best way to really understand what does what is to see it first hand.
I just can't believe people will go through tires in one night? You guys must spend a ton just on running the cars let alone buying and maintaining them.
Is my math right here? I'm guessing anyone so into this would race more then one class so....
$20 first class $10 for next. At least $15 for wheels/tires/foams. Multiply this by how many times you race and your looking at over $100 a month just racing? Am I right here? Let alone practice track time and anything else. OMG I'll still to less traction for now and maybe some firmer tires HAHAHA
With all these options the best way to really understand what does what is to see it first hand. I just can't believe people will go through tires in one night? You guys must spend a ton just on running the cars let alone buying and maintaining them.
Is my math right here? I'm guessing anyone so into this would race more then one class so....
$20 first class $10 for next. At least $15 for wheels/tires/foams. Multiply this by how many times you race and your looking at over $100 a month just racing? Am I right here? Let alone practice track time and anything else. OMG I'll still to less traction for now and maybe some firmer tires HAHAHA
... More like $15+$10+$7 (2 tires+foams+wheels) Your front tires will last you a few weeks and run on when pretty bald. Make sure you rotate them as the track has more right turns than left so you'll see uneven wear.
That why I personally started running slicks. They look as bald at the end of the evening as they did at the start
06-04-2012, 06:28 AM
#3442
The Entry Fees are $20 for the first class and $15 every other class. It's also posted on the first page of this thread.
06-04-2012, 06:32 AM
#3443
06-04-2012, 06:32 AM
#3444
06-04-2012, 06:33 AM
#3445
06-04-2012, 06:35 AM
#3446
Oh, will those Schumacher Mini Pin tires fit on Durango wheels? I would think yes but I'll a little out of my element right now with buggies.
06-04-2012, 08:12 AM
#3448
I'd rather learn to drive on slicks which feel the same run to run than burn up a new set of tires that will feel different at 100%, 60%, 30% and bald. Not to mention fade during the race as they run down.
The track is very abrasive. Think painted concrete before dirt. Slicks have run very well for me on short course and stadium.
The track is very abrasive. Think painted concrete before dirt. Slicks have run very well for me on short course and stadium.
06-04-2012, 08:16 AM
#3449
I concur with most of the comments regarding slicks on 2wd buggy. Yes, the run is consistent. Yes, the wear is minimal. Yes, it makes the buggy easier to drive. But, they are not the choice to produce the most laps during the main.
06-04-2012, 08:44 AM
#3450