GT class--buggy-based on road!
#5956
Just got back in from testing my newly converted electric GT. It started out as an Inferno VE RTR buggy. Got a Venom 3S LiPo in it right now with the Team Orion ESC/Motor that came with it. Changed the Rx to one of my old Futaba FM crystal ones. Ran it with a Kyosho Ferrari body. I must say I could go for running some GT-E.
what did you change to make it a GT?
GT shock tower & shocks?
#5957
Tech Elite
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Unfortunately, I only had the 12T pinion that came with the kit. I will need to buy a few more pinions to play with. During my run last night on my 3-cell, the speed with the 12T was okay but nothing to write home about. Motor temp was 106F degrees and the ESC was 91F degrees. I heard that you can go as high as a 20T pinion with the Orion system for onroad use but I think I will start with the 15T that you suggested on another forum. Still need to work on the shocks (bought onroad shocks from the GT1). I have a clear Ferrari body that I will paint up for it (want to preserve the original RTR Ferrari body).
#5958
Tech Elite
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Yes, I changed the shock towers and bought a set of GT1 shocks to use on it. You will also need all the body post stuff and front bumper stuff to complete it. The only issue you will have is that the hinge pins for the upper arms are a little short and don't pass all te way through the onroad shock tower. I have some that were longer and had to space them up. If you can find some hinge pins about 42-43mm long, that will solve the issue.
#5959
Yes, I changed the shock towers and bought a set of GT1 shocks to use on it. You will also need all the body post stuff and front bumper stuff to complete it. The only issue you will have is that the hinge pins for the upper arms are a little short and don't pass all te way through the onroad shock tower. I have some that were longer and had to space them up. If you can find some hinge pins about 42-43mm long, that will solve the issue.
#5960
The brakes on the DM 1 are marginal just like the GT. Ofna makes upgraded versions.
#5961
Unfortunately, I only had the 12T pinion that came with the kit. I will need to buy a few more pinions to play with. During my run last night on my 3-cell, the speed with the 12T was okay but nothing to write home about. Motor temp was 106F degrees and the ESC was 91F degrees. I heard that you can go as high as a 20T pinion with the Orion system for onroad use but I think I will start with the 15T that you suggested on another forum. Still need to work on the shocks (bought onroad shocks from the GT1). I have a clear Ferrari body that I will paint up for it (want to preserve the original RTR Ferrari body).
#5963
double post sorry...
#5964
Brakes and advice..
Thanks William...
I did in fact, order a set of upgrades.... we have our first race this weekend..
All of us will be on stock tires..... But we are going to have a pile of fun... dont be shy with advice... we are trying to grow the class ... so the better the "Show" the more people.....
I did in fact, order a set of upgrades.... we have our first race this weekend..
All of us will be on stock tires..... But we are going to have a pile of fun... dont be shy with advice... we are trying to grow the class ... so the better the "Show" the more people.....
#5965
Clete, good luck with the class. That's the way you do it. Nice job.
#5966
Salt Lake
Spooky,
I am originaly from salt lake and raced offroad at intermountain RC... Would you happen to know Paul Hatfield... He is a old race buddy of mine.
If you guys are interested in a fantastic weekend of racing.. let me know know.. I spoke to Mark Day at TimeZone and he would love to host a GT class for the TZ GP weekend... http://www.timezoneracing.com/
See the link for the track and let me kow if you would like to come... we would love to be your host for that weekend....
that goes for any other GT racers that would like to come!... A laid back weekend with food, and new freinds in a park like setting! See the thread in Nitro Onroad...
I am originaly from salt lake and raced offroad at intermountain RC... Would you happen to know Paul Hatfield... He is a old race buddy of mine.
If you guys are interested in a fantastic weekend of racing.. let me know know.. I spoke to Mark Day at TimeZone and he would love to host a GT class for the TZ GP weekend... http://www.timezoneracing.com/
See the link for the track and let me kow if you would like to come... we would love to be your host for that weekend....
that goes for any other GT racers that would like to come!... A laid back weekend with food, and new freinds in a park like setting! See the thread in Nitro Onroad...
#5967
Gonzo, don't sweat it, not gonna happen.
Clete, great track too.
Clete, great track too.
#5968
Aston Martin GT2 bodies were also killed off along with the Audi bodies. The painted Audi is still available until they sell out, but the clear are gone for good.
I have 1 painted GT2 Aston Martin left. Kyosho America has no more GT2 Aston Martin bodies and they are gone for good.
The only GT2 kits and bodies they will be offering are the Corvette and McLaren, those are the only bodies that were approved for licensing extensions.
Last edited by WildBillMassey; 05-10-2011 at 12:09 PM. Reason: had my GT1's and GT2's mixed up :)
#5969
As most of you know, The GT class for the Texas Biggie is sponsored by IGT Hobbies, and with the recent confusion on class rules, myself and Bob Ingersoll have came up with a simple set of rules, since this is a "True Open" class, but still room for some basic rules. They are posted below.
Next year we hope to offer 2 classes, a "Spec" class and a "True Open" class, and the "Spec" class will be based on the rules that Juan (JLock) developed a few years back.
A "True Open" class allows current 1/8 GT owners and new racers the ability to "run what the brung" without having to buy new equipment. We just want to build up the racer base first, then we can split to a "Spec" class.
Thanks to all IGT Hobbies, Texas Biggie, and SWCS supporters, and we hope to see you at the race!
Next year we hope to offer 2 classes, a "Spec" class and a "True Open" class, and the "Spec" class will be based on the rules that Juan (JLock) developed a few years back.
A "True Open" class allows current 1/8 GT owners and new racers the ability to "run what the brung" without having to buy new equipment. We just want to build up the racer base first, then we can split to a "Spec" class.
Thanks to all IGT Hobbies, Texas Biggie, and SWCS supporters, and we hope to see you at the race!