369LikesSeattle RC Racers/Hangar 30
02-25-2014, 11:27 AM
02-25-2014, 11:32 AM
coolness!!!
I was hoping for this project to take off as I am more of a vintage muscle car guy.............
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects...scale-steelies
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects...scale-steelies
02-25-2014, 12:58 PM
I was hoping for this project to take off as I am more of a vintage muscle car guy.............
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects...scale-steelies
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects...scale-steelies
02-25-2014, 05:01 PM
Scale Spec Update
The Comp Committee recently had occasion to talk about Scale Spec and it is felt that a little corner of the spec can be tidied up.
As regarding front wheel drive sedans--Tamiya FF03, VBC FF12, etc.--the minimum weight requirement is removed. Two reasons:
1. FWD cars are at a traction disadvantage as is. Adding 100g or more to make weight is basically writing them off completely.
2. They're old school and cool. Let's see what they can do! Radical drivetrain efficiency in a cost-effective kit may offer intriguing possibilities.
To cite a parallel, though in no way determinative, authority, current TCS rules omit the minimum weight rule for FWD chassis in the GT3 class. (Which is 1450g, by the way.)
Note, as with all cars in Scale Spec, consideration must be given to scale realism. If it's FWD, the cool factor is maximized by running the body of a full-scale front wheel drive car. It's not an out and out requirement, since obviously, very few of the bodies out there are actually 4WD in 1:1 form. But still...you know what I mean. Be
As regarding front wheel drive sedans--Tamiya FF03, VBC FF12, etc.--the minimum weight requirement is removed. Two reasons:
1. FWD cars are at a traction disadvantage as is. Adding 100g or more to make weight is basically writing them off completely.
2. They're old school and cool. Let's see what they can do! Radical drivetrain efficiency in a cost-effective kit may offer intriguing possibilities.
To cite a parallel, though in no way determinative, authority, current TCS rules omit the minimum weight rule for FWD chassis in the GT3 class. (Which is 1450g, by the way.)
Note, as with all cars in Scale Spec, consideration must be given to scale realism. If it's FWD, the cool factor is maximized by running the body of a full-scale front wheel drive car. It's not an out and out requirement, since obviously, very few of the bodies out there are actually 4WD in 1:1 form. But still...you know what I mean. Be
02-25-2014, 06:20 PM
I was hoping for this project to take off as I am more of a vintage muscle car guy.............
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects...scale-steelies
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects...scale-steelies
02-25-2014, 10:39 PM
Tech Master
iTrader: (6)
So I've pieced together a setup, anyone want to tell me how bad I screwed up?
TC6.1 WC
I believe the rear toe is 2 there, unless I'm missing something.
TC6.1 WC
I believe the rear toe is 2 there, unless I'm missing something.
02-25-2014, 10:56 PM
Sorry i didnt get back to you sooner, been busy. Here is a baseline i use for scale spec on carpet:
my scale spec is a regular 6.1, so the camber links are different.
main thing starting out though is consistent setup, which Mike covered above.
Ignore the droop numbers on mine start with 6 and 5 on the AE gauge
my scale spec is a regular 6.1, so the camber links are different.
main thing starting out though is consistent setup, which Mike covered above.
Ignore the droop numbers on mine start with 6 and 5 on the AE gauge
02-26-2014, 12:35 AM
Race day!
Hangar 30 Club Race
Wednesday, February 26
5pm Setup
6pm Practice
7pm Q1
Adam / Eric / Lem / Doug? Should I bring the Fruetemobile so you can get some practice with it?
-Mike
Hangar 30 Club Race
Wednesday, February 26
5pm Setup
6pm Practice
7pm Q1
Adam / Eric / Lem / Doug? Should I bring the Fruetemobile so you can get some practice with it?
-Mike
02-26-2014, 05:47 AM
If i get off work early enough ill stop by...
02-26-2014, 08:22 AM
02-26-2014, 09:34 AM
as of right now im working the late shift so i cant make it tonight.
02-26-2014, 11:58 AM
Team Mason is looking forward to some Hangar 30 pan car racin'!
See you at 5 tonight! World GT's and 1/12th scales ready to rock.
See you at 5 tonight! World GT's and 1/12th scales ready to rock.
02-26-2014, 01:53 PM
Tech Master
iTrader: (6)
Ok so I think I have this thing set up. I'm going to get there as early as possible. Anyone care to take a look at this thing for me when you get there and get a good chuckle?
02-26-2014, 02:00 PM
02-26-2014, 05:27 PM
The Comp Committee recently had occasion to talk about Scale Spec and it is felt that a little corner of the spec can be tidied up.
As regarding front wheel drive sedans--Tamiya FF03, VBC FF12, etc.--the minimum weight requirement is removed. Two reasons:
1. FWD cars are at a traction disadvantage as is. Adding 100g or more to make weight is basically writing them off completely.
2. They're old school and cool. Let's see what they can do! Radical drivetrain efficiency in a cost-effective kit may offer intriguing possibilities.
To cite a parallel, though in no way determinative, authority, current TCS rules omit the minimum weight rule for FWD chassis in the GT3 class. (Which is 1450g, by the way.)
Note, as with all cars in Scale Spec, consideration must be given to scale realism. If it's FWD, the cool factor is maximized by running the body of a full-scale front wheel drive car. It's not an out and out requirement, since obviously, very few of the bodies out there are actually 4WD in 1:1 form. But still...you know what I mean. Be
As regarding front wheel drive sedans--Tamiya FF03, VBC FF12, etc.--the minimum weight requirement is removed. Two reasons:
1. FWD cars are at a traction disadvantage as is. Adding 100g or more to make weight is basically writing them off completely.
2. They're old school and cool. Let's see what they can do! Radical drivetrain efficiency in a cost-effective kit may offer intriguing possibilities.
To cite a parallel, though in no way determinative, authority, current TCS rules omit the minimum weight rule for FWD chassis in the GT3 class. (Which is 1450g, by the way.)
Note, as with all cars in Scale Spec, consideration must be given to scale realism. If it's FWD, the cool factor is maximized by running the body of a full-scale front wheel drive car. It's not an out and out requirement, since obviously, very few of the bodies out there are actually 4WD in 1:1 form. But still...you know what I mean. Be