Originally Posted by i1justin

Yes running a lipo will drop the weight even more... That is the idea behind the rule. I dont know how your 7 cell nimh is only weighing in at 5.48lbs? The weight was based off of a 6 cell 3600 nimh pack in a out of box slash. I did not use a super precise usps scale though just a simple digital scale from harbor freight

We wanted to create an equality in the class without going as far as saying you have to run this specific battery! So to make that happen we had to account for people running nimh packs as well as lipo packs. Most of our guys last summer running lipos had to add 5-6oz of weight (honestly the car handled better). And after a few practice laps some clay stuck to the chassis will help that weight and the weight is race ready so, bodies, and transponders are included in that weight. So if you would be running a house transponder you can add that weight on.

Can you link us to that kit you were mentioning? i dont remember the 2wd kits coming with the different tires even on the special editions but havent seen new kits.