JConcepts Thread
#8266
Tech Rookie
Quote:
"When will we see the new B5 series parts - i.e. rear drive axles, wing mounts, etc."
I really don't know, but I guess the truck needs to come out first...
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Paul Wynn
Not sure how to take that.....does that mean that the B5 owners have to wait for JC parts until the T5 comes out?
"When will we see the new B5 series parts - i.e. rear drive axles, wing mounts, etc."
I really don't know, but I guess the truck needs to come out first...
__________________
Paul Wynn
Not sure how to take that.....does that mean that the B5 owners have to wait for JC parts until the T5 comes out?
#8267
Alright guys I need some help:
I have a race this weekend and I want to make sure I have good traction (obviously)
I got some 60mm jconcepts wheels and gold dirt webs with dirt tech inserts.
From what I've been reading the dirt techs are way too hard/stiff out of the bag to be effective right away. There won't be much time to break-in the wheels/inserts/tires before qualifying. ( I will be breaking in the tires properly regardless )
What would you guys recommend I do? I don't have other inserts and I will not be able to order them before the race.
Would you:
A: Just run them and hope they break in before the mains
B: Cut out the ribs on the inserts before gluing
C: Use open cell inserts (not even sure this will work because the open cells are from 2.2 tires)
D: Other (please explain)
TIA guys!
I have a race this weekend and I want to make sure I have good traction (obviously)
I got some 60mm jconcepts wheels and gold dirt webs with dirt tech inserts.
From what I've been reading the dirt techs are way too hard/stiff out of the bag to be effective right away. There won't be much time to break-in the wheels/inserts/tires before qualifying. ( I will be breaking in the tires properly regardless )
What would you guys recommend I do? I don't have other inserts and I will not be able to order them before the race.
Would you:
A: Just run them and hope they break in before the mains
B: Cut out the ribs on the inserts before gluing
C: Use open cell inserts (not even sure this will work because the open cells are from 2.2 tires)
D: Other (please explain)
TIA guys!
#8268
PW,
By cutting the ribs, won't that make a gap between the tire and the insert? Was told that roughing up the shiny groove area between the ribs will help soften the tire faster (will absord water,etc and break down faster). Others have mentioned hole punching. Your thoughts please.
By cutting the ribs, won't that make a gap between the tire and the insert? Was told that roughing up the shiny groove area between the ribs will help soften the tire faster (will absord water,etc and break down faster). Others have mentioned hole punching. Your thoughts please.
#8269
I use my tire punch to punch holes in the jc foams and it works very well. Removes enough material to soften the foams but doesn't seem to effect the integrity or longevity of the foam.
#8270
Quote:
"When will we see the new B5 series parts - i.e. rear drive axles, wing mounts, etc."
I really don't know, but I guess the truck needs to come out first...
__________________
Paul Wynn
Not sure how to take that.....does that mean that the B5 owners have to wait for JC parts until the T5 comes out?
"When will we see the new B5 series parts - i.e. rear drive axles, wing mounts, etc."
I really don't know, but I guess the truck needs to come out first...
__________________
Paul Wynn
Not sure how to take that.....does that mean that the B5 owners have to wait for JC parts until the T5 comes out?
PW,
By cutting the ribs, won't that make a gap between the tire and the insert? Was told that roughing up the shiny groove area between the ribs will help soften the tire faster (will absord water,etc and break down faster). Others have mentioned hole punching. Your thoughts please.
By cutting the ribs, won't that make a gap between the tire and the insert? Was told that roughing up the shiny groove area between the ribs will help soften the tire faster (will absord water,etc and break down faster). Others have mentioned hole punching. Your thoughts please.
#8271
Sorry...I read it as T5 . Not really sure when the new B5 accessories will be out, so stay tuned.
The 60mm package is so tight once glued, the gap is filled with the cut inserts. I do everything possible to keep water, sauce, etc from getting into the insert, so I don't recommend anything to enhance water absorption. If you feel the insert needs to be softer, I would recommend punching holes.
The 60mm package is so tight once glued, the gap is filled with the cut inserts. I do everything possible to keep water, sauce, etc from getting into the insert, so I don't recommend anything to enhance water absorption. If you feel the insert needs to be softer, I would recommend punching holes.
#8272
When I first got the 60mm wheels and tires I tried 3 things:
1. Stock insert nothing done to it. This was too firm for my medium grip bumpy indoor track.
2 stock insert cut. This was by far better for my conditions.
3. Open cell insert. I stuffed a 2.2 open cell insert in there. It actually doesn't feel too bad at all and gave a lot of forward bite. Unless track conditions really suck and grip is really low, I wouldn't run em.
All in all... The 2.2 just plain works better at my home track.
#8273
Tech Rookie
[QUOTE=PW;13884888]Sorry...I read it as T5 . Not really sure when the new B5 accessories will be out, so stay tuned.
Got it - thanks! Hopefully the rear drive axles will be out soon
Got it - thanks! Hopefully the rear drive axles will be out soon
#8275
#8277
You can always follow our "jconcepts" instagram page for sneak peeks of up coming products. You might see some things you like.....
#8278
Tech Regular
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Dirt Webs For Carpet
I was just curious if maybe Dirt Webs in orange or red would be a viable solution to indoor off-road for carpet? I hate running PL carpet tires when I exclusively buy JConcepts stuff.... We still have a fair ways to go ground wise before we can head outside to the dirt.
#8280
I was just curious if maybe Dirt Webs in orange or red would be a viable solution to indoor off-road for carpet? I hate running PL carpet tires when I exclusively buy JConcepts stuff.... We still have a fair ways to go ground wise before we can head outside to the dirt.