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[Lucifur10]

RJ Speed does make that Superbird body!!

 

[Ritz413]

This would work for me.

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Good stuff. The losi Nascar current model is modern drivers I don't know, on a losi branded awd that is meant to compete with tt02. I just can't

 

[Heisenburg]

I don't actually follow NASCAR, and made my own livery and body. I like the fundamentals involved, and also, it is cheaper to just tell people where to get the exact car, and for -$200, they're in.
My modified Rustys are so fast, it would take a ton of $$ to catch them. Not what I want my league to be about

 

[Ritz413]

I don't actually follow NASCAR, and made my own livery and body. I like the fundamentals involved, and also, it is cheaper to just tell people where to get the exact car, and for -$200, they're in.
My modified Rustys are so fast, it would take a ton of $$ to catch them. Not what I want my league to be about

I get that. I would like to see something like a semi spec class. Like with vintage racing that has been mentioned. Limit people to an electronic esc no more than 60a, and the 17t brushed motor of your choice. That way we can have the potential to see some unique motors etc that you might not normally get exposed to. I like finding and supporting small business. I would like to see a class where those products can get some time in the spotlight.

 

[Ritz413]

@Lucifur10 Rc Madness used to have guys racing the rj speed legends format. I we included those guys there are probably a bunch collecting dust with no option To race right now.

 

[Ritz413]

As I look through the product line currently available there is none I wouldn't have a good time with. But the modified, and sprint car stand out as 2 I would get.

that's just awesome....could be more awesome in lime green

 

[Lucifur10]

As I look through the product line currently available there is none I wouldn't have a good time with. But the modified, and sprint car stand out as 2 I would get. View attachment 259362that's just awesome....could be more awesome in lime green

Ha...I just ordered that body.

 

[Ritz413]

Ha...I just ordered that body.

If we get this retro racing thing going or not I am gonna own the modified kit. It will give me an oval car I can run, as well as something that should be able to use the foams I took off the drag car kit. I have a 60 amp esc, servo, my choice for a 17t brushed motor and everything else I need to make it go. If you wanna see if we can make this work I can talk to Chris or Tyler next time I go to rc madness.

 

[CertifiedMike]

If we get this retro racing thing going or not I am gonna own the modified kit. It will give me an oval car I can run, as well as something that should be able to use the foams I took off the drag car kit. I have a 60 amp esc, servo, my choice for a 17t brushed motor and everything else I need to make it go. If you wanna see if we can make this work I can talk to Chris or Tyler next time I go to rc madness.

You guys are gonna tour up here in Maine, right???
These cars and bodies are 100% a missing part of my love for vintage!
I bought a few bodies but never had a place flat and clean to run the cars.

I'm a bit jealous right now!
Awesome idea!!!

 

[Lucifur10]

If we get this retro racing thing going or not I am gonna own the modified kit. It will give me an oval car I can run, as well as something that should be able to use the foams I took off the drag car kit. I have a 60 amp esc, servo, my choice for a 17t brushed motor and everything else I need to make it go. If you wanna see if we can make this work I can talk to Chris or Tyler next time I go to rc madness.

I'm in.

 

[Ritz413]

You guys are gonna tour up here in Maine, right???
These cars and bodies are 100% a missing part of my love for vintage!
I bought a few bodies but never had a place flat and clean to run the cars.

I'm a bit jealous right now!
Awesome idea!!!

Any chance once the building gets underway you will be jealous enough to race with us down here?? Doesn't seem fair to keep all the traveling to ourselves...

 

[CertifiedMike]

Any chance once the building gets underway you will be jealous enough to race with us down here?? Doesn't seem fair to keep all the traveling to ourselves...

I was in Wooooorcester not long ago with 100% full intent on hitting that track... I was there for a wedding, food did not agree with me and was up all night so we left for home early the next morn instead.
Had no RC with me anyways so you know how expesive that trip would have been!!!

I think I have enough vintage here that I'd like to try on a flat track that a trip would be a fun idea.

I just need to get going again. Get driving, practice and get the mojo flowing.

I just got more stuff in the mail.
The Optima Mid and hoping another project should be done quickly.
I have an RC10LC that is vintage, needs a quick going thru, set up and should be PERFECT for that oval track.

I'd love to tour the southland once I have my set up straight and can drive thru the pipes without riding them all the way home!!!

 

[Ritz413]

I was in Wooooorcester not long ago with 100% full intent on hitting that track... I was there for a wedding, food did not agree with me and was up all night so we left for home early the next morn instead.
Had no RC with me anyways so you know how expesive that trip would have been!!!

I think I have enough vintage here that I'd like to try on a flat track that a trip would be a fun idea.

I just need to get going again. Get driving, practice and get the mojo flowing.

I just got more stuff in the mail.
The Optima Mid and hoping another project should be done quickly.
I have an RC10LC that is vintage, needs a quick going thru, set up and should be PERFECT for that oval track.

I'd love to tour the southland once I have my set up straight and can drive thru the pipes without riding them all the way home!!!

Sounds like the making of a good plan. I had an rc10l with the carbon chassis...so long ago I couldn't tell ya what motor was in it.

 

[CertifiedMike]

Sounds like the making of a good plan. I had an rc10l with the carbon chassis...so long ago I couldn't tell ya what motor was in it.

I watched these cars race and I was completely blown away by how fast they are! I found this one on Craigslist not long ago and I bought it. Its only been run on carpet so is super clean.
I will be so happy to run it!

 

[Ritz413]

My modified kit should be here on the 15th.

Honestly this racing idea built around these cars basically sells itself to someone like me. Just look at the American flag on the box right up front. Always makes the money easier to part with.

 

[Ritz413]

I get the whole idea behind a true spec class where everyone has the same car/tires etc. I know of no real racing that operates that way though. There are limits etc, but am watching some rally car racing right now and there is everything from bmws to open wheel f-1 cars on the course right now....never seen a dirt track with a flyer to sign up for like an kx250 only race....kind of sounds like an idea pitched on "fairness" probably by a very fair company that wants the $$ from everyone being forced to buy a tt02, with a torque tuned motor/1060 combo, with these specific tires. It's brilliant marketing, not really brilliant racing at that point.

 

[CertifiedMike]

I get the whole idea behind a true spec class where everyone has the same car/tires etc. I know of no real racing that operates that way though. There are limits etc, but am watching some rally car racing right now and there is everything from bmws to open wheel f-1 cars on the course right now....never seen a dirt track with a flyer to sign up for like an kx250 only race....kind of sounds like an idea pitched on "fairness" probably by a very fair company that wants the $$ from everyone being forced to buy a tt02, with a torque tuned motor/1060 combo, with these specific tires. It's brilliant marketing, not really brilliant racing at that point.

Traxxas Slash box stock class was, maybe still is a thing. They are cheap, easy to fix, parts are everywhere... logical choice maybe more than forced branding?
Ideally, you get a bunch of young ppl, noobs, maybe not with deep pockets, to come and race and have fun within their budget and skill level.
Maybe a novice and pro class to keep the best drivers on the track from taking home all the trophys.
Losi sprint and stock cars also had/have similar 'box stock' races but I can't say how much parts cost.

I imagine it helps the hobby shop associated with the track to sell more kits and parts. With all the tracks closing up lately, supporting the shops with tracks is prob the best thing a racer can do.

I think I would have enjoyed a class like that when I was young. Keeping costs down, not feeling the constant need to keep up with the hottest trend at the track... I think this is where these classes shine.

Any other class is dominated by expensive upgrades of some kind or other. Some of those price tags are intimidating to someone who is still unsure of their interest in the hobby.

Hopefully anyone racing in this class will have progressed and purchased another for more serious racing. Also got a bunch of experience for their investment.


Anyone who decides RC racing isn't for them hasn't invested so much money, is a resonably painless exit and hopefully still a fun experience.

1:1 has similar rules in some cases. The rules state you can run whatever fit in the class but also states that the car is for sale for $2500 and ANYONE can buy it so think carefully on how you want to spend and how much money you're willing to risk to bring home a win!

 

[Ritz413]

Oh yeah, I get the concept for rc racing. I have never seen this kind of thing in real racing.
Motocross 338 in southwest mass you can enter a 125, 250 500 class etc. You will be in the mix with honda, kawasaki, Suzuki, KTM etc... they would probably even let you run an old bultaco 250 if ya got it. It's sizing usually based on motor displacement and fuel type.
Monson ma hill climbs have stock and modified classes, and even a snowmobile class. Never anything that says all competitors will run a 70s cj5 with a 460 Windsor shoved in it...oh and only these tires.
This idea @Lucifur10 and I have been kicking around sounds a lot more like real racing. Any rj speed, or bolink you wanna run, in what sounds like a 17t/60a modified class is more on point with real racing. The rest of these ideas sound like limiting innovation and creativity. I have even seen restrictions in some rc rules limiting the gauge of motor wire. There is no point in learning good electrical principles to give you an advantage cause we won't let you run it anyway.

 

[Ritz413]

My tt02 did not come with any capacitors on the motor. A well known concept for protecting your esc against voltage spikes under hard braking etc. Something you are likely to do in racing. As the maker of a spec class car I wouldn't put em on there either, since if you blow up yer hw1060.....it's the only option you have and you can continuously put more $$ in my pocket given your zero other options.

 

[CertifiedMike]

My tt02 did not come with any capacitors on the motor. A well known concept for protecting your esc against voltage spikes under hard braking etc. Something you are likely to do in racing. As the maker of a spec class car I wouldn't put em on there either, since if you blow up yer hw1060.....it's the only option you have and you can continuously put more $$ in my pocket given your zero other options.

Lol! I said similar about servos receivers and escs. It gets more difficult to trust the waterproof ratings once you recognize who profits if the testing was less than accurate.