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03-04-2016, 03:42 PM
Half the fun of tuning is managing weight, a racer can choose to go from a big 100C 5000 mah pack down to the bare minimum in size and weight. They can choose to go for titanium screws and other steps to minimize the weight. And since we are all running the same motor now, their should be no significant weight changes in the back.
So what gives? I'd rather see the tech time spent testing motors don't exceed a certain kv (not an rpm limit). Set the limit like they did at the Worlds and let the racers adjust their timing to stay under the limit. Rodzilla indicated it wasn't difficult to do. Then the racer's build quality and and tuning decisions are important.
03-04-2016, 04:23 PM
Fred, why are you also considering a minimum weight for F1 at the TCS Finals only?
Half the fun of tuning is managing weight, a racer can choose to go from a big 100C 5000 mah pack down to the bare minimum in size and weight. They can choose to go for titanium screws and other steps to minimize the weight. And since we are all running the same motor now, their should be no significant weight changes in the back.
So what gives? I'd rather see the tech time spent testing motors don't exceed a certain kv (not an rpm limit). Set the limit like they did at the Worlds and let the racers adjust their timing to stay under the limit. Rodzilla indicated it wasn't difficult to do. Then the racer's build quality and and tuning decisions are important.
Half the fun of tuning is managing weight, a racer can choose to go from a big 100C 5000 mah pack down to the bare minimum in size and weight. They can choose to go for titanium screws and other steps to minimize the weight. And since we are all running the same motor now, their should be no significant weight changes in the back.
So what gives? I'd rather see the tech time spent testing motors don't exceed a certain kv (not an rpm limit). Set the limit like they did at the Worlds and let the racers adjust their timing to stay under the limit. Rodzilla indicated it wasn't difficult to do. Then the racer's build quality and and tuning decisions are important.
So what are the advantages of no minimum weight other than getting to spend a lot of money on stuff like aluminum or titanium screws, LRP mini shorty packs and getting away from the scale looks by not running the add-on side pods, mirrors and other body accessories to keep the car as light as possible ?
Panda
03-05-2016, 08:53 PM
Sorry about posting off topic in here, but at least there's a slight chance Fred might see this and respond (You could respond to the Fred Tech Thread in California Racing so you don't have to contaminate this thread any further)
Hey Fred, any chance you can fill everyone in on what your intentions are for possibly having any FredTech races this year? More specifically, before Reedy Race??
Seems to me there are lots of people very anxious to give you and Tamiya some good money to run on the track in preparation for the race. Seems to me like those would be some good funds to help roll into the track maintenance/upkeep fund...
Inquiring minds want to know.
Thanks for your attention and response!
... Back to program already in progress.
Hey Fred, any chance you can fill everyone in on what your intentions are for possibly having any FredTech races this year? More specifically, before Reedy Race??
Seems to me there are lots of people very anxious to give you and Tamiya some good money to run on the track in preparation for the race. Seems to me like those would be some good funds to help roll into the track maintenance/upkeep fund...
Inquiring minds want to know.
Thanks for your attention and response!
... Back to program already in progress.
03-05-2016, 11:05 PM
Again, I'm sorry, but the irony is delicious.
03-07-2016, 05:46 AM
Hey everyone. Just want to remind you all that there will be a TCS Regional Race at RC Kinetics (http://www.rckinetics.com) On Sunday March 6th. There are a lot of racers from all over the east coast already signed up, and it promises to be a good event. The Hobby Shop on site is well stocked with Tamiya parts and more are expected this week. And to make a weekend of it, on Saturday the 5th, there will be a warm up race held in the evening. Become a member of the Facebook group page (https://www.facebook.com/groups/RCKinetics/) to keep with all the latest information. Thanks!
Full house on Sunday, I think 65+ entries.
Two heats of F1 cars with the special 25.5 motors
CARLTON C.'s red rocket took F1 TQ and WON the 10-car Main!
Three heats of minis with 21.5 motors
Manny R. TQ'd but Al S. took the win
GT1: Greg K. TQ's and won
GT2: Manny R. TQ'd and won big
GT3 also ran, CC almost got a second win
Big congratulations to Alex K., Julian C. the RC Kinetics team
for bringing a big indoor asphalt track,
(and an indoor off-road track and an outdoor off-road track)
to fruition.
Be there next year!
Last edited by F1Jet; 03-07-2016 at 01:22 PM.
03-07-2016, 08:06 AM
Hey!
Full house on Sunday, I think 65+ entries.
Two heats of F1 cars with the special 25.5 motors
CARLTON C.'s red rocket took F1 TQ and WON the 10-car Main!
Three heats of minis with 25.5 motors
Manny R. TQ'd but Al S. took the win
GT1: Greg K. TQ's and won
GT2: Manny R. TQ'd and won big
GT3 also ran, CC almost got a second win
Big congratulations to Alex K., Julian C. the RC Kinetics team
for bringing a big indoor asphalt track,
(and an indoor off-road track and an outdoor off-road track)
to fruition.
Be there next year!
Full house on Sunday, I think 65+ entries.
Two heats of F1 cars with the special 25.5 motors
CARLTON C.'s red rocket took F1 TQ and WON the 10-car Main!
Three heats of minis with 25.5 motors
Manny R. TQ'd but Al S. took the win
GT1: Greg K. TQ's and won
GT2: Manny R. TQ'd and won big
GT3 also ran, CC almost got a second win
Big congratulations to Alex K., Julian C. the RC Kinetics team
for bringing a big indoor asphalt track,
(and an indoor off-road track and an outdoor off-road track)
to fruition.
Be there next year!
03-07-2016, 08:10 AM
Yes mini is 21.5 and F1 is 25.5
03-07-2016, 08:12 AM
03-07-2016, 01:23 PM
03-08-2016, 03:00 PM
RCK TCS
Thanks to all the TCS crowd for coming out to the event at RCK. It was a great crowd and a good time for all. Please visit the RC Kinetics Group page for videos, pictures and results from all the heats and the mains (https://www.facebook.com/rckinetics/) . You will need to ask to join if you already have not. Also, there was a reporter from the local paper there doing a story. It is an interesting read.
http://www.troyrecord.com/general-ne...troy-warehouse
http://www.troyrecord.com/general-ne...troy-warehouse
03-09-2016, 05:29 AM
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What about GT pro spec TQ & win going to Chris Palermo from brownies hobbies. Brownies had a great showing at this race. Congrats to all.
03-09-2016, 07:55 AM
Way To Go Chris!
03-09-2016, 10:56 AM
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