Originally Posted by JFuel11

Tony,

I would suggest this for a great general starting point with being new to the on-road Scene.

1. Start with Kit Setup or with the following for chassis setup:
http://www.teamassociated.com/pdf/ca...stock_2012.pdf

However the above setup works really well with stock springs all around with Number 2 pistons and stand shocks up 2 more holes on tower all the way around from setupsheet.

2. The monster lock motor will be great for getting started and for the track size and motor combo I would suggest starting at 96/46 gearing. Most likely once you get the car settled in and are able to run consistent laps your motor temps should be in the 130s to 140s. So then you will be able to gear up for a little more speed with a 47 or 48 tooth pinion, but keep eye on temps.

The only real challenge I see you having at some point is once you have everything going well the Monster lock 17.5 (GREAT Motor, basically a D3 with locked endbell) you will not have the ability to turn the motor time up to pick up some more straight away speed. So when you are ready you may want to upgrade to a motor with adjustable timing once you have everything else sorted out.

Hope this helps and good luck!

Alan