robracing

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Comparing 16mm shock spring to Agama 17mm shock springs. What difference does this make to the spring rate of Agama springs vs. others? Do we need higher spring rate on the gauge or checker to offset the larger diameter spring? I am asking because as I check my springs, they are on the stiffer side compared to say a Kyosho blue...etc.

Any thoughts?

speedy2

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hyper 9 or Soar td1 springs could fit..

robracing

iTrader: (16)

Not looking to purchase more springs from other manufacturers, just curious that I am finding Agama springs slightly higher on the #/inch rating than others. And wondering if that is due to larger diameter of spring (not actual coil thickness). Car runs fins, but I am just curious. Thanks

speedy2

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Wider springs diameter should show more flex in the spring rates unless the steal is harder and to see the number of coils used

Mark Rumble

Hi Rob,

The geometry of the 215's appears to work well with a slightly higher spring rate hence our springs having an inherently higher spring rate compared to others.

This comes from the reduced number of coils on our springs and the heat treatment process that takes place at the factory.

piga96

What happens, when I change it from the inside to the outside?

Thanks in advance!

FNG_CJ

Looks like you just gain a wider wheel base

ROSCOE

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They are meant only to change from one corresponding one to the other meaning inner hole on arm with inner on hub or outer and outer. It doesn't change width at all. This change changes the arm length.

ROSCOE

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Outside hole would be a long arm. IMO Long arm is typically easier to drive and favors in the rough while short arms can be more reactive and favors the smoother tracks. Overall grip however may be better with the short arm.

piga96

Thanks for the replies. Build the SV with the outer arm hole. (in the manual it suggests inside). Will see what the results are.

sandy111

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Does anyone know if you the j concepts rc8b3 buggy body will fit.

tedstryker

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Yes it does

Sideshow Bob

as above:
R/C Tech Forums - View Single Post - Agama Racing A215 Buggy

sandy111

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strike-2-rc8b3-roar-national-champion-body
This is the body I like if it fits.

jason07

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What type of switch is everyone using?