Originally Posted by
rc_speed
Hello,
This question has probably been asked before, but I don't want to look through 237 pages to find the answer.
I currently have a Losi 22. My 2 sons have stated that they have an interest and want to start running in the novice class. I think a buggy is the best option for them because it is the class that at levels other than novice, race every week.
I am willing to switch brands so that we can all 3 have the same vehicle (less parts that I have to carry around.
I already have electronics to put in their cars.
Here are my questions:
1) What, if any, parts should be put on a new kit version of a B5M to make it more durable and handle better for novice drivers running 17.5 motors?
2) What needs to be done to the OOB (out of the box) B5M to make it drive well for a more seasoned driver? I have a friend that has a B5M and he is using the stock rear arms turned around and facing forward and also using B4 arms. Is this the correct setup? Will the B5M front arms work well? What other upgrades will make the OOB car run well and fast?
Any other suggestions or setups tips?
Is there a starting setup sheet that will get me to a good place with a car that turns well and is stable (ie not loose on the rear wheels, but does not push)?
thanks,
tim
Tim,
For the novice racers, run their B5m's bone stock, right out of the box. The car will be a little on the heavy side, which will slow them, tame them, and make them easier to drive. No upgrades needed in the slightest. If you want to tame the steering a little bit, and shift the weight slightly more to the rear, run the B5r front arms and front tower, and rear arms (these are put on the opposite side. L on R, and R on L).
For the more experienced racer, I would follow the same basic plan, however if you are good at driving a faster more twitchy car, you
can spend some extra cash lightening up the car with any or all of the following:
.Pucks
.Ti turnbuckles
.Ti ballstuds
.Ti screw kid
.Lightweight top shaft
.Slipper Eliminator
.Cut gears
.Milled motor plate
.Carbon chassis
Remember, a lighter car isn't necessarily a faster car. You balance speed against traction and ease of driving.
I would run them all bone stock at first, and slowly figure out how much weight you want to shave (if any) and then start to incorporate lighter parts as needed.