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02-08-2024, 05:46 PM
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Posted By ray_munday

I was honestly a little concerned until we got...

I was honestly a little concerned until we got one on low grip down here in Australia. With the long arms and low polar moment [and increased adjustability of the rear wheelbase] the car was very...
02-07-2024, 10:01 PM
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Posted By ray_munday

Measuring up the cars, the diff is 1mm higher on...

Measuring up the cars, the diff is 1mm higher on the B7 than the B6.x
02-01-2024, 11:18 PM
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Posted By ray_munday

It could have been achieved with a very large...

It could have been achieved with a very large idler, but that would then raise the centre of gravity as the gear would have to sit very high to avoid the chassis, and the gearbox would become much...
12-20-2023, 07:28 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 691
Posted By ray_munday

Check the shock cups at the bottom of the spring...

Check the shock cups at the bottom of the spring - they are the main part that will fix this. There are 3 types that come with the kit - the flattest [listed as '0' offset] will give the lowest ride...
11-15-2023, 04:51 PM
Replies: 1,471
Views: 381,762
Posted By ray_munday

This will be a very minimal effect as MrLean...

This will be a very minimal effect as MrLean mentioned.
07-19-2023, 04:12 PM
Replies: 134
Views: 18,064
Posted By ray_munday

Stage 2 report

Stage 2 report just posted (including event timetable):...
07-14-2023, 01:11 AM
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Views: 18,064
Posted By ray_munday

Unfortunately everywhere is a long trip from...

Unfortunately everywhere is a long trip from Australia :)

We have done 2015 Yatabe, 2017 China, 2019 Slovakia. Will be awesome to have competed in World titles in USA, Europe and Asia! Hope to...
07-11-2023, 03:45 PM
Replies: 134
Views: 18,064
Posted By ray_munday

That is definitely not the case for IFMAR events...

That is definitely not the case for IFMAR events [and honestly most events outside of the USA]. There is a clear format and timetable used and usually published well in advance.

We are...
06-30-2023, 06:30 PM
Replies: 1,471
Views: 381,762
Posted By ray_munday

Ive seen this FT tool used: FT Dual Turnbuckle...

Ive seen this FT tool used:
FT Dual Turnbuckle Wrench | Associated Electrics (https://www.associatedelectrics.com/factoryteam/parts/details/1114-ASC1114-ft_dual_turnbuckle_wrench/)
12-14-2022, 02:14 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,084
Posted By ray_munday

Sorry for not explaining clearly. When we talk...

Sorry for not explaining clearly. When we talk about shocks we refer to the force vs shaft velocity. However in practice [same for full size shocks] there are real effects such as the...
12-14-2022, 11:55 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,084
Posted By ray_munday

Hi mate, the thickness of the piston is a little...

Hi mate, the thickness of the piston is a little more complex as the fluid flow shape through the hole is not linear (search up 'vena contracta' to see the flow through a hole).

From my research,...
11-20-2022, 09:50 PM
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Views: 381,762
Posted By ray_munday

2mm

2mm
10-03-2022, 08:18 PM
Replies: 1,471
Views: 381,762
Posted By ray_munday

The standup transmission will mount to chassis of...

The standup transmission will mount to chassis of the later vehicles. However the B6 tower, camber link brace, slipper etc were different to the B6.1 and onwards so you need to use the B6d complete...
09-12-2022, 04:46 PM
Replies: 428
Views: 106,545
Posted By ray_munday

Hi guys, we just received our kits and havent...

Hi guys, we just received our kits and havent been able to run the 74.2 yet but can answer a few questions:
- The 13mm shocks make a huge difference to the 4wd jump landing and we have been running...
06-27-2022, 08:54 PM
Replies: 1,471
Views: 381,762
Posted By ray_munday

Hi mate, I've uploaded to rctech here to make it...

Hi mate, I've uploaded to rctech here to make it easier to see:
https://www.rctech.net/forum/showpost.php?p=15915700&postcount=1458

Hope this works!

Ray
06-27-2022, 08:52 PM
Replies: 1,459
Views: 310,660
Posted By ray_munday

Roll Centre Quick Reference Guide

Uploaded from my Facebook page, link here:

https://www.facebook.com/596568894020064/posts/pfbid02B3w732FjF2YSM9z87ezyfue1T7fosJ9pY7LSB7G2eUgx4Rb8XZp8ruWWbdFCvSBcl/

*Roll Centre Tuning Quick...
06-27-2022, 05:39 AM
Replies: 1,471
Views: 381,762
Posted By ray_munday

Hi mate, a few years back I did a study on...

Hi mate, a few years back I did a study on relative changes to roll centre by changing each part of the geometry and posted here:
...
06-03-2022, 07:20 PM
Replies: 1,471
Views: 381,762
Posted By ray_munday

If you are running kit pistons, it's probably too...

If you are running kit pistons, it's probably too much pack. Too much pack can cause a bounce as it transfers the load through the tyres and ground (which act as an undamped spring and bounce back)...
06-01-2022, 06:35 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,901
Posted By ray_munday

Hi mate, interesting question. I'll preface this...

Hi mate, interesting question. I'll preface this by saying I'm an engineer, an RC racer and was also a contributor to the Dave Stevens 'Essential Guide to OffRoad ' book :)

As with many things 'it...
05-31-2022, 06:26 AM
Replies: 819
Views: 245,512
Posted By ray_munday

I have done a little testing with 1.7 front / 1.8...

I have done a little testing with 1.7 front / 1.8 pistons, 37.5/32.5 oils and 13mm red front / blue rear springs. Strokes and rod ends to match the same length as the 12mm springs (use the +4mm...
05-31-2022, 06:22 AM
Replies: 1,471
Views: 381,762
Posted By ray_munday

Yes I swapped out the front c hub/axle parts...

Yes I swapped out the front c hub/axle parts which are interchangeable [you need to use the two parts together to maintain the correct overall width an geometry].

Ray
05-28-2022, 04:05 PM
Replies: 1,471
Views: 381,762
Posted By ray_munday

. There is a lot more potential in the shocks....

. There is a lot more potential in the shocks. You will see setups coming out shortly with 3 and even 4 hole as we trial new things.


We back to back tested the new shocks and front end parts on...
05-27-2022, 11:36 PM
Replies: 1,471
Views: 381,762
Posted By ray_munday

Outdoor setup Info

Hi guys, i was lucky to get an early B6.4d kit and have been working on outdoor setups with the car. I've posted this info on my Facebook page below. Hope this helps out,any questions let me know!...
02-27-2022, 08:12 PM
Replies: 1,426
Views: 351,962
Posted By ray_munday

In addition to the good advice above - make sure...

In addition to the good advice above - make sure things like shocks are equal length left and right, and mounted in the same hole left and right. If youve checked your drivetrain and bearings, most...
01-30-2022, 11:43 PM
Replies: 1,426
Views: 351,962
Posted By ray_munday

0mm axle height matches B4/B5 geometry.

0mm axle height matches B4/B5 geometry.
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