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10-04-2022, 02:55 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,201
Posted By Johnson40

The Electric GT class is a blast to drive! We...

The Electric GT class is a blast to drive! We race them at aregular basis at our hometrack AMCA (Apeldoorn, The Netherlands) Populair at the moment are: Serpent SRX8-GTE WC, X-Ray GTX-22 and the...
Forum: Nitro On-Road
06-10-2022, 03:12 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,119
Posted By Johnson40

They work very well. Compared to the previous...

They work very well. Compared to the previous series, very well balanced, better grip and longer lasting. I can recommend them.
05-27-2022, 03:21 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,842
Posted By Johnson40

We race a lot of GT8's at our club. We limit the...

We race a lot of GT8's at our club. We limit the battery packs to 4S and they have more than enough speed. Up to 97 KM/H (we have a speed trap). From experience I know it is very costly to convert a...
11-27-2021, 01:51 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 24,546
Posted By Johnson40

First started with one of the first Buri Racers...

First started with one of the first Buri Racers (Super strong and reliable chassis). Now I own an ARC R8S (suits my drivestyle better)
11-21-2021, 03:21 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,137
Posted By Johnson40

Late 2020 a clubmember and I decided to go for...

Late 2020 a clubmember and I decided to go for the Hobao VTE. The layout of the VTE is more suited for a "GT", than the GTE. The VTE has short shocks, no chassis kick-up, etc..
To improve steering I...
11-21-2021, 01:24 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 24,546
Posted By Johnson40

They handle really well and generate enough grip....

They handle really well and generate enough grip. Tuning is done by changing the flex characteristics of the chassis and the type of body. However, as soon as the track is bumpy, a full suspension...
Forum: Nitro On-Road
10-10-2021, 01:25 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,181
Posted By Johnson40

Very nice Roelof!

Very nice Roelof!
Forum: Nitro On-Road
06-05-2021, 03:25 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,336
Posted By Johnson40

Hey guys, what's a good starting place for 1/8...

Hey guys, what's a good starting place for 1/8 buggy diff oils for blacktop drags and bashing?

I run a HoBao VTE on my local track. It's a GT, but all GT's originate from Buggies...
My diff...
06-28-2020, 01:02 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 986
Posted By Johnson40

Last season we ran 6 minute heats at club level....

Last season we ran 6 minute heats at club level. National level 5 mintes. Motor limit: 2200kV, battery max 4S. This is in The Netherlands. During the EC 40+ the heats were 5 minutes. This 1:8th...
10-15-2019, 01:29 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 949
Posted By Johnson40

By heart I thought it weighs 22 grams

By heart I thought it weighs 22 grams
06-20-2018, 03:11 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,258
Posted By Johnson40

From the first pictures it seems that the ARC car...

From the first pictures it seems that the ARC car has a lot of similarities with the Corally car. These pan cars are a lot of fun and I can truly recommend them!
At our club we race them on a...
11-23-2017, 06:39 AM
Replies: 287
Views: 106,049
Posted By Johnson40

+1

+1
11-14-2017, 10:32 AM
Replies: 287
Views: 106,049
Posted By Johnson40

I do not understand why LIHV is not permitted?...

I do not understand why LIHV is not permitted? You can allow LIHV and set a maximum voltage like in 1:10th Electric? For 4S that would be fully charged 16,88 Volts...
Motor rule?! Stick to a maximum...
08-25-2016, 03:54 AM
Replies: 287
Views: 106,049
Posted By Johnson40

Speed on 4S and 1900kV motor is excellent. In our...

Speed on 4S and 1900kV motor is excellent. In our speedtrap we recorded top speeds of 80KM.
I run 4S, 2200kV motor, and speed is even better: 90KMH...
JW running a 2050kV motor reached 86KMH. We...
08-19-2016, 02:39 AM
Replies: 287
Views: 106,049
Posted By Johnson40

Well, I built my kit per instructions and It...

Well, I built my kit per instructions and It drives excellent.... I only put a 4mm spacer between the motor and bulhead to get the chassis balanced. That's all...
So did my brother and a friend...
08-16-2016, 06:40 AM
Replies: 287
Views: 106,049
Posted By Johnson40

@niznai I prefer my set-up, lipo forward......

@niznai
I prefer my set-up, lipo forward... Rear has enough weight and with lipo forward, I feel I have better steering. I run a Gen's Ace 7Ah, 4s lipo.

@Ice_nl
A decent fan will lower your...
08-14-2016, 12:12 AM
Replies: 287
Views: 106,049
Posted By Johnson40

80C is just about the limit. I would go smaller...

80C is just about the limit. I would go smaller on the pinion: 14t.
My home track is AMCA. I run a 2200kV motor, 13/56 gearing and use a fan to cool the motor...
05-01-2016, 12:02 PM
Replies: 287
Views: 106,049
Posted By Johnson40

Hi All. Today I drove the Buri for the 2nd...

Hi All.
Today I drove the Buri for the 2nd time. My home track is extremely slippery because of dust and pollen from the trees. The car had way too much steering. To reduce this, I installed the -1...
Forum: Nitro On-Road
03-29-2016, 04:19 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 803
Posted By Johnson40

Nice mods! If you do not mind I will copy them?...

Nice mods! If you do not mind I will copy them? Thanks for sharing!
Forum: Nitro On-Road
02-16-2016, 03:59 AM
Replies: 4,333
Views: 613,201
Posted By Johnson40

Nice!

Nice!
02-16-2016, 03:57 AM
Replies: 287
Views: 106,049
Posted By Johnson40

+1 1/8 IC Fan

+1 1/8 IC Fan
02-16-2016, 03:55 AM
Replies: 29,987
Views: 4,950,415
Posted By Johnson40

Very sad news. I allways enjoyed reading...

Very sad news.
I allways enjoyed reading Granpa's comments and learnt a lot from his tips! My condolances to Grandpa's family and friends.
02-05-2016, 03:31 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 10,180
Posted By Johnson40

Also running a stick radio: Futaba T3VCS. Started...

Also running a stick radio: Futaba T3VCS. Started the hobby in 1978 and have been using stick radios (Futaba and Ko-Propo) ever since...
02-04-2016, 03:11 AM
Replies: 287
Views: 106,049
Posted By Johnson40

THANKS for warning us Thomas! Very much...

THANKS for warning us Thomas! Very much appreciated!

The 3rd Buri-Racer will arrive shortly at our club and fellow clubmembers are more than interested...
02-02-2016, 03:43 AM
Replies: 287
Views: 106,049
Posted By Johnson40

Hello Airwave, I did my trial run on a damp track...

Hello Airwave, I did my trial run on a damp track with a 2200KV motor and 4S. This set-up really makes the car fly! The moment the weather allows I'll try again and will also try a 1900KV motor.
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