GT class--buggy-based on road!
09-19-2013, 07:07 PM
#9047
09-19-2013, 07:10 PM
#9048
Just to let you know that daniel Andujar the previous owner of thunder hobbies in the bronx, ny have the mp9 convertion, that car is one of the best Gt that i ever seen.
I suggest you to fo it if you have the money to the a mp9 roller wich is really expensive.
Good luck.
I suggest you to fo it if you have the money to the a mp9 roller wich is really expensive.
Good luck.
09-19-2013, 10:14 PM
#9050
Short wheel base with the new two speed on it.
If im not mistaken that car will be at the regionals in Port Jervis in 10 days.
09-19-2013, 10:50 PM
#9051
There are more long chassis kits sold worldwide than short chassis but they are not as fast as short chassis and there is nowhere to race them competitively. There are dozens of realistic long chassis bodies where we only have two short chassis race bodies. The SPEC class is a true scale class where real liveries are encouraged.
09-20-2013, 07:34 AM
#9052
Derp! I thought that was just legalese at the bottom. Didn't see it the first pass.
As to the whole thread; I love the debate going on. May not agree with everyone but it shows passion! It's good to see passion and an obvious desire for such a class. Heck passion for the hobby alone. Guess I'm going to have to face it, need to race again.
As to the whole thread; I love the debate going on. May not agree with everyone but it shows passion! It's good to see passion and an obvious desire for such a class. Heck passion for the hobby alone. Guess I'm going to have to face it, need to race again.
09-20-2013, 08:32 AM
#9053
so I will have to wait for a short chassis spec class to join in
cant buy a $500 long chassis rtr remove all electronics and get the reds motor
I will have to spend $1000 to get into the class having no long chassis car
cant buy a $500 long chassis rtr remove all electronics and get the reds motor
I will have to spend $1000 to get into the class having no long chassis car
09-20-2013, 09:35 AM
#9054
09-20-2013, 10:00 AM
#9055
There is not going to be a short chassis spec class, like Grenade says just convert your DM to long and rock with it!! There is a minimum weight of 3700g and you cannot have any upgrades so you are set.
09-20-2013, 10:03 AM
#9056
I know but I dont like how the 1/7 runs, i used to have 2 of those tanks
Just wanted to be in Spec but looks like it will just be open for me
09-20-2013, 10:21 AM
#9058
Maybe this will clear things up a bit:
The IGT8F "SPEC" Class is that..... A "SPECIFIC" CLASS OF GT8, WITH ITS OWN VERY "SPECIFIC" SET OF RULES.
It's very similar to the races Tamiya, HPI, and VTA have.
If you don't want or can't follow the "SPEC" rules, you simple run in the "OPEN" Class. We are adding a class not dividing or splitting what is already established.
To Address the other half, we currently have the exact same rule book for both the IGT8F "OPEN" and "PRO$" Class because these are the rules currently most followed and agree with. (I know it currently says "SPORTSMAN" as well, this is addressed below)
"PRO$" is for Professional; as in makes money from racing. These events with a "PRO$" Class will only be held once to twice a year and announced a year in advance. To have "Pre Qualifier" events to obtain a invitation to run the "PRO$" Class at those BIG EVENT.
Now the "Pre Qualifiers" work in conjuction with the current and past major attended GT8 Class races. Again not taking anything away from what has already been established, but to only PROMOTE those events even more by adding the benefit of getting an Invitation to the IGT8F "PRO$" Class. These races can follow IGT8F RULES or countinue using their existing rules, it's Track and Directors choice.
Now "OPEN" is and always will be "OPEN", as in open to all and any choices. Except for the very short list of Not allowed.
Ok "SPORTSMAN" is a class I can't judge or even rule on. I am not the guy or organization to determine what fits in the class. I put this on our class rules as labeled below ??? TBA??? Simply because it was brought to my attention that my current format (OPEN & SPEC) was to exclusive.... So once I get the Rules from the supporting and Sponsoring party or parties they will be posted.
Last I want everyone to understand I created this as a racer for more races not as business. Everything you see time, money and effort, has all come from me alone. I just want to unite and build this class and On Road Racing.
Also when I ask for support from tracks, shops, Race Directors manufacturers, etc. to be affiliated with IGT8F its simply to UNITE us all on the same common goal or interest. To support the racers and customers, that already support YOU. Weather you decide to be affiliated or not be affiliated or offer support or not. That is your choice, BUT I PERSONALLY WILL ALWAYS AND COUNTINUE TO SUPPORT ANYONE THAT SUPPORT, GT8 RACING
..... and Yes even Jeff Vargas
Last edited by tonylunatic; 09-20-2013 at 10:43 AM.
09-20-2013, 10:22 AM
#9059
Hmmm...
So is there a revival coming for the production of new & improved long chassis kits?
Or is this rule in the spec class for guys who already own long chassis GTs?
I realize that there are many long cars just sitting around (basements, garages, ebay, rctech, etc.) since the invasion of the short chassis cars over the past couple years that people could "pick up" and start running this spec class.
I just wonder how many new racers will buy new/old stock to start out.
Undoubtedly, the spec rules will evolve as time goes by and revisions will have to be made to the rules, but I definitely like the starting point of these class rules that have been developed so far.
-Jon
Clarifier: Was typing prior to Tony's last post so didnt see his post till now.
??? Once a person attends and race in a particular class, does a person always have to be racing in that class or can we all move around from race to race or year to year ???
So is there a revival coming for the production of new & improved long chassis kits?
Or is this rule in the spec class for guys who already own long chassis GTs?
I realize that there are many long cars just sitting around (basements, garages, ebay, rctech, etc.) since the invasion of the short chassis cars over the past couple years that people could "pick up" and start running this spec class.
I just wonder how many new racers will buy new/old stock to start out.
Undoubtedly, the spec rules will evolve as time goes by and revisions will have to be made to the rules, but I definitely like the starting point of these class rules that have been developed so far.
-Jon
Clarifier: Was typing prior to Tony's last post so didnt see his post till now.
??? Once a person attends and race in a particular class, does a person always have to be racing in that class or can we all move around from race to race or year to year ???
Last edited by burgboyz; 09-20-2013 at 10:30 AM. Reason: Added Clarifier
09-20-2013, 10:41 AM
#9060
Everything is a step in the right direction.
But I really don't believe in the "History Lesson" of the new guys starting off with a outdated long chassis. Let them use something they can grow into. That was the only way I could get guys to try scale spec, they could start off with SS then move up to 17.5 using the SAME CHASSIS, just change out the motor, tires and body.
But I really don't believe in the "History Lesson" of the new guys starting off with a outdated long chassis. Let them use something they can grow into. That was the only way I could get guys to try scale spec, they could start off with SS then move up to 17.5 using the SAME CHASSIS, just change out the motor, tires and body.