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I know I should only make one change at a time. But I get my sway bars coming soon the 17.5 motor and proper gearing so along with moving the shocks I will make all the adjustments and change my Flamingo corner so I can get a smooth turn there.
The rear toe on the stock set up sheet was like six degrees total. After watching videos all weekend I determined 2 to 4 degrees was what most people run.
So I adjusted the rear toe to 3 deg and changed the upper links back to a straight one.
This weekends everything should be cleared up and ready to go again.
The rear tires are going smooth also.
Trying to find 60 grams of dead weight on this rig won’t be easy and I still need to add a transponder and motor fan.
The rear toe on the stock set up sheet was like six degrees total. After watching videos all weekend I determined 2 to 4 degrees was what most people run.
So I adjusted the rear toe to 3 deg and changed the upper links back to a straight one.
This weekends everything should be cleared up and ready to go again.
The rear tires are going smooth also.
Trying to find 60 grams of dead weight on this rig won’t be easy and I still need to add a transponder and motor fan.
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Got the Revtech 17.5 spec motor installed. Still waiting on the 29 tooth pinion gear.
I installed a tools free battery hold down . That makes battery swaps a breeze.
The sway bars are installed. Front is a 1mm piece of wire. The Allen driver that installed the grubs are 1.5mm. But anyhow there in there.
I am not surprised, but this rig is really sophisticated. It’s simple two wheel drive layout on the surface seems simple and it kinda is. But if someone bought one of these as a toy or a basher I think they would not be happy
I installed a tools free battery hold down . That makes battery swaps a breeze.
The sway bars are installed. Front is a 1mm piece of wire. The Allen driver that installed the grubs are 1.5mm. But anyhow there in there.
I am not surprised, but this rig is really sophisticated. It’s simple two wheel drive layout on the surface seems simple and it kinda is. But if someone bought one of these as a toy or a basher I think they would not be happy
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I have the wrong wheels. I think.
I posted a photo of my buggy on Facebook and someone noticed I have 4wD buggy wheels. They came with the rig and I only planned to use them for display and practice. But having the wrong offset is probably why I had to reduce steering travel to 65%. And it on a rig this sensitive to adjustments it probably matters.
Sometimes the internet is useful.
I posted a photo of my buggy on Facebook and someone noticed I have 4wD buggy wheels. They came with the rig and I only planned to use them for display and practice. But having the wrong offset is probably why I had to reduce steering travel to 65%. And it on a rig this sensitive to adjustments it probably matters.
Sometimes the internet is useful.
When I was running stadium trucks on my back yard grass oval, they carried ~1-2deg positive camber on the inner set wheels, FR and RR. Looked a bit weird with camber (+) on the inside and camber (-) on the outside, but it did aid in cornering. Might be worth a try? Cheers. 'AC'
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Originally I built the track an oval. It’s fun but has some issues.
I am planning to make my back yard a figure eight for testing. My back stretch has a tree issue. A figure eight will avoid hitting the tree at speed.
I am planning to make my back yard a figure eight for testing. My back stretch has a tree issue. A figure eight will avoid hitting the tree at speed.
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I think it is different.
I say think because as the snow melted from my track the track is wet. And the rear tires are getting kinda thin on tread.
That said cornering under power gave no indication of push. And to much throttle on the corner exit produced a spin. But steady throttle and gentle acceleration made for a pretty nice lap. Took me ten or more to finally get a good lap.
I ordered tires wheels and another 29 took gear. I ordered a 5mm bore gear by accident.
I say think because as the snow melted from my track the track is wet. And the rear tires are getting kinda thin on tread.
That said cornering under power gave no indication of push. And to much throttle on the corner exit produced a spin. But steady throttle and gentle acceleration made for a pretty nice lap. Took me ten or more to finally get a good lap.
I ordered tires wheels and another 29 took gear. I ordered a 5mm bore gear by accident.
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I got new wheels and tires. I did my best to glue the tires on without making a mess and failed. The color is not great anyhow. So I might paint the wheels.
Don’t want to add weight. They have a totally different offset than the wheels I got with the kit.
I had to reduce the steering down to 65% because the old rims hit the arms. These wheels are clear all the way lock to lock..
The track is also going to be all new. The people that run the track are setting up a new course when the weather breaks.
Don’t want to add weight. They have a totally different offset than the wheels I got with the kit.
I had to reduce the steering down to 65% because the old rims hit the arms. These wheels are clear all the way lock to lock..
The track is also going to be all new. The people that run the track are setting up a new course when the weather breaks.
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Got out in the yard and burned two battery packs. Already I’m finding some speed. This thing is set up pretty well. When I give it gas it kinda hunkers down and accelerates but turns like a katana sword. Took a while to stop spinning out. Then it took longer to turn without killing momentum. That is the trick. But what a blast to hot lap around the yard.
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Got out on the track today for the first time with my buggy. This is so much fun. I could not stop driving it. Very tricky with the throttle. It would spin out going straight if I gave it to much throttle. After the first battery I got a handle on it. It jumps really well. I loosened up the diff a 1/4 turn and will see if that helps get the power to the ground. Does not really matter. I am a total novice driver.
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Going to race the buggy tomorrow. Out today after some tuning and it was super fun. It’s so light and the track was super slippery with dust. Since I have no frame of reference I just slowed down and started going around. I feel like I can make some reasonable laps tomorrow. Weather permitting.
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Buggy racing is the bomb!
Yes I finished last but I went better every race and could not be happier with the rig and the set up. Out of the box set up. Adjusted nothing except one of the other competitors adjusted my diff and slipper. Just a very confidence inspiring feel.
Yes I finished last but I went better every race and could not be happier with the rig and the set up. Out of the box set up. Adjusted nothing except one of the other competitors adjusted my diff and slipper. Just a very confidence inspiring feel.
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First thing I did was chuck the battery strap. Two nuts that could unscrew and a big heavy strap up high above the battery. The 3D printed one is just two tabs that secure the battery. I’ll post up photos later.
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Do you have the 3D print file to share too?
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This is the holder I got. Comes in all colors and seems to work great.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/2339483038...AN-NaXSSnq&var=&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY
https://www.ebay.com/itm/2339483038...AN-NaXSSnq&var=&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY
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Thanks, IC. Put a neon yellow on the Ebay watchlist. Cheers. 'AC'
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