the Next Nor-Cal Comp

[rckjeep]

Hey all Badger and I have been talking about doing another comp. The spot has been picked out but will not be revealed till the night before the event. There will be some new rules which I'll add to this thread when they are finished. Nothing drastic just some detail changes. I"m trying to make this comp more like a real 1:1 comp. There hasn't been a date set so don't ask. Anyway who's up for something a little different?

[kickback_crawler]

8O holly crap you saying were going to have a comp soon. I was starting to think we was only having get together. whats up is it area 51 or somthing :?

[skyjacker_rc_club]

just made some changes to my crawler cant wait to distroy you all. No second place this time.

[skyjacker_rc_club]

Originally Posted by kickback_crawler

8O holly crap you saying were going to have a comp soon. I was starting to think we was only having get together. whats up is it area 51 or somthing :?

He just wants plenty of practice so he can have a chance at winning

All in fun

[SlinkySam]

Very cool. Depending on the date, I may be able to compete. Doubt it, but it is worth a shot.

Either way, I will up the anti for the Nor-Cal comp event. I will donate some videos to the prize pack for the event from my CrawlerStore. Winners select their video of choice. If you are into 1:1 rock crawling videos, then I may have something cool for you.

-Sam

[rckjeep]

Thanks Sam, I was thinking about getting some prizes. Get your crawler done man. Oh wait nevermind you'll probably spank most of us.

[SlinkySam]

Hahaha... I am good at spanking, but it's not at R/C crawling that's for sure. SR5Dave can attest to that when I broke his locked diff and rolled twice in the span of a couple of minutes.

I will try and get it done, but my new kitchen has been taking most of my off-work time. I would have never started this remodel if I knew it was going to be so involved. It's coming out nice, but man.... so many things to do to make a kitchen.

As for the event, keep me close to the loop. I don't foresee finishing in time, so I should be able to be a judge along with my friend Pete.

-Sam

[badger]

I'll donate a Integy Lathe motor from Jamstang1 for a prize.

[bigred]

i hope i can make it please dont make it on sunday.

[mike]

can u give us a general area in california for those who that might be alittle far away.

[bigred]

are comps are usuly in ,san jose,san carlos and once in mt view

[rckjeep]

Originally Posted by mike

can u give us a general area in california for those who that might be alittle far away.

It will be in the Bay Area.

[badger]

Originally Posted by bigred

are comps are usuly in ,san jose,san carlos and once in mt view

We have only had 2 comps, both were in Santa Cruz at SeaScape.

The rest of the events have been get togethers.

[RandyatBBY]

I plan a week or two in advance so I will not be a guarantee show, i.e., if the announcement is on Friday night for Saturday I may not make it.

[kickback_crawler]

what ya mean by a little dfferent more info please. :? :?

[rckjeep]

I know this is an old topic but lets' get the ball rolling. Hows the 19th of march for everyone? It's the saturday a week before easter.

As far as changes to rules, No kongs, a WB limit, I'm also not a fan of wheel weights. I really want this to be a comp for two things. Design and driving skill. I think the rigs should all be inspected before hand. They do it in 1:1 all the rules will be spelled out so we don't have a misunderstandings. Oh and no course prerunning!

[1beatjeep]

why cant we run kong . In 1:1 comp they dont have a rule about not running any certain tire. also what the longest wheelbase can you run

[TheNewbie]

Do you guys have a class for TLT's or do the tlt's have to compete against the clods?

[rckjeep]

Originally Posted by TheNewbie

Do you guys have a class for TLT's or do the tlt's have to compete against the clods?

Actually it's been decided that this will be a Team trials event. So it will be a scale comp. But the rigs must adhere to Team Trials rules.

Rules for "Team Trials"

1) Each team will consist of 2 vehicles and 2 drivers.

2) The team will run the course together, trying for the quickest and cleanest run. The team to finish the course in the quickest time and with the fewest roll-overs will win. Both trucks must cross the finish line. Roll-overs are a heavier penalty than time- IE the team with fewer roll-overs and a longer time will beat a team with more roll-overs and a shorter time.

3) All vehicles MUST RUN :

-TLT, Robbe Panther, Bruiser or PTI axles. (You may widen the axle, but it must look realistic under your body) NO clod or other full-size axles.

-Tamiya Pajero's, Humvee's and S10/Ford/Toyota Stadium trucks are OK, but you'll get whooped. Wink

-2.2" Tires. (The tallest tire allowed is the Proline Masher 2000. Anything smaller is fine)

-No gear reductions allowed.

-2 wheel steering ONLY!

And the trucks MUST look realistic. (You know what I mean!)
There is no limit on chassis or transmission or anything else.

4) The operator of the truck may not touch the vehicle in the event of a roll-over or 'stuck' situation. The vehicle must be rescued via winch or tow strap or by the other truck in the team with similar recovery gear.

5) Ramps, Sand Ladders, Tow straps and other aids may be carried and placed by the operator, just like full-scale wheeling. Said ramps MUST be carried on the vehicle!

Additional ideas:

-"Tree straps" (A length of string to wrap around an object in case your winch isnt long enough).
- Have hooks on your chassis to attach the tow straps to.
- Lights look cool and add realism.

Oh and Rich, I think Kongs are an unfair advantage. And since you think you're better than everyone anyway what are you worried about?

[badger]

So who's in? I'm really looking forward to this!