*_* C.I.'s Lil' Nova Closed Cell Competition Ready 1.9 Dual Stage Foams *_*

[cutlaSS]

I wanna try some "good" foams on my scaler, so here's the break down.

9.5lbs
1.9 Pitbulls on stock Axial B/L wheels with 3oz weigh in each wheel
Used for trail running so sees slow/medium speeds.

[Nova's Ark]

Originally Posted by cutlaSS

I wanna try some "good" foams on my scaler, so here's the break down.

9.5lbs
1.9 Pitbulls on stock Axial B/L wheels with 3oz weigh in each wheel
Used for trail running so sees slow/medium speeds.

4.50" Lil Nova Foams
Medium Outer Front (outer narrowed to 1.75" width)
Firm Outer Rear (outer narrowed to 1.75" width)

It is generally up to the customer to modify the foams to fit their wheels. As a manufacturer I can't account for every wheel, there are too many variations.

I recommend a drum sander attachment in a dremel to enlarge the closed cell foam inner diameter to fit your wheel. I do NOT recommend stretching the closed cell foam over your weights. The foam will stretch and loses it reactive characteristics.

If you are unable to modify the foams yourself, I could make you a custom set for an additional fee.

[wally101]

Just pulled the trigger on some 4.5" foams for my PitBulls.

[winnerone23]

I have a 7.5lb rig with most weight up front, I have the 4.50 lil Nova foams now.. tho the wheels I pulled them off of were bigger an the foams have been wet, so they are stretched an broke down(the closed cell inner is only .25" thick amymore).. it's used for trail an crawling, i like a soft setup.. the wheels however. Are internal beadlock from rc4wd Cherokee limited mesh wheels, they are. 96" wide.. i think that is outside to outside.. what do ya got for me? Oh, I run a 35t HH on 3s for crawling, cause of less weight, an a 2200 4s for trail, g6, poker/dash runs.... mmmm power!

[Nova's Ark]

Originally Posted by wally101

Just pulled the trigger on some 4.5" foams for my PitBulls.

Thank you. Your order has shipped.

Originally Posted by winnerone23

I have a 7.5lb rig with most weight up front, I have the 4.50 lil Nova foams now.. tho the wheels I pulled them off of were bigger an the foams have been wet, so they are stretched an broke down(the closed cell inner is only .25" thick amymore).. it's used for trail an crawling, i like a soft setup.. the wheels however. Are internal beadlock from rc4wd Cherokee limited mesh wheels, they are. 96" wide.. i think that is outside to outside.. what do ya got for me? Oh, I run a 35t HH on 3s for crawling, cause of less weight, an a 2200 4s for trail, g6, poker/dash runs.... mmmm power!

I did not quite catch your exact question. The outer foams can be revitalized by putting them in the oven. Here is a link:

http://www.rccrawler.com/forum/crawl...ml#post3727229

The outer foams are available separately if you only need them.

[winnerone23]

What the best foam setup is? I think I found one tho... I actually used CI single stage foams between the closed cell of the lil Nova's an the wheel.. I now have a CI three stage foam... Lol .. it is very nice for side hill an still bites great! It's not as flat tire looking as was but very nice so far.
Is there a way to bring the inner closed cell foams back to life?

[mud digger]

Ready for another set of C.I foams!

Truck weight 8.5 lbs (very front heavy)
Used for crawling, but has speed too
rc4wd 1.9 iroks x2ss compound for the front tires
rc4wd 1.9 boggers x3 compound with all the little lugs cut, for the rear tires
1 inch wheel width

So which foams will I order?

[wheelstoo]

Will these work with stock Axial 1.9" NON beadlock rims?Thanks

[Nova's Ark]

Originally Posted by winnerone23

What the best foam setup is? I think I found one tho... I actually used CI single stage foams between the closed cell of the lil Nova's an the wheel.. I now have a CI three stage foam... Lol .. it is very nice for side hill an still bites great! It's not as flat tire looking as was but very nice so far.
Is there a way to bring the inner closed cell foams back to life?

I'm glad you found something you like.
I am not aware of a way to revive closed cell like conventional foam.

Originally Posted by mud digger

Ready for another set of C.I foams!

Truck weight 8.5 lbs (very front heavy)
Used for crawling, but has speed too
rc4wd 1.9 iroks x2ss compound for the front tires
rc4wd 1.9 boggers x3 compound with all the little lugs cut, for the rear tires
1 inch wheel width

So which foams will I order?

Email replied to. Thank you and good luck at Scale Nats.

Originally Posted by wheelstoo

Will these work with stock Axial 1.9" NON beadlock rims?Thanks

Yes.

[jthellfire911]

Just a heads up these foams do not like to be boiled... So if your gluing your tires and foams to wheels. Expect them to stay.

[Nova's Ark]

The 1.9 Dual Stage Foams are sold out and have been removed from the web site. I expect more stock in three weeks.

[jthellfire911]

Originally Posted by Nova's Ark

The 1.9 Dual Stage Foams are sold out and have been removed from the web site. I expect more stock in three weeks.

Damn, just as I went to order new foams. Lol..

[Mt.Dew]

Well looks like I ordered the last set. Got these in the mail yesterday. First things first I got GREAT costumer service! Thanks again.On to the pics.
before

after

Takes a little work to git them in and OMG! thats a lot of screws. Sorry need to learn how to take photos.

Two down I'm going too need more beer.

Will let you know how they work outside tomorrow.

[Nova's Ark]

Originally Posted by Mt.Dew

Well looks like I ordered the last set. Got these in the mail yesterday. First things first I got GREAT costumer service! Thanks again.On to the pics.
before

after

Takes a little work to git them in and OMG! thats a lot of screws. Sorry need to learn how to take photos.

Will let you know how they work outside tomorrow.

Thank you for your pictures! I enjoy receiving the feedback. How did they perform for you?

[BC Racing]

I believe in the Close Cell foams so much....I'm getting ready to order for a third time in week-n-half! Just doing my part to keep usps in business.


Do have two questions though Eddie...

1. May be dumb on my part , but didn't see it confirmed anywhere on this thread or your site......for the 1.9 closed cell's, do you just order/use the 5.0 outer foams (from 2.2 section)?

2. On a Wraith, set up more for rock racing.....would/do you suggest leaning toward the taller end, for the inners, that would normally fit/be suggested for particular tire (2.2 closed cell)?

Thanks for the great product and lighting fast shipping!

[Nova's Ark]

Originally Posted by BC Racing

I believe in the Close Cell foams so much....I'm getting ready to order for a third time in week-n-half! Just doing my part to keep usps in business.


Do have two questions though Eddie...

1. May be dumb on my part , but didn't see it confirmed anywhere on this thread or your site......for the 1.9 closed cell's, do you just order/use the 5.0 outer foams (from 2.2 section)?

2. On a Wraith, set up more for rock racing.....would/do you suggest leaning toward the taller end, for the inners, that would normally fit/be suggested for particular tire (2.2 closed cell)?

Thanks for the great product and lighting fast shipping!

1. No, the 5.0 Outers are Double Deuce Size and have a different I.D.
The Lil' Nova outers have a small I.D. and overall thickness. I am out of stock of the 1.9 outer foams still which is why they are not listed on the web site.

2. I always suggest a 2.2 for a Wraith. The 2.2 wheel has multiple brands of larger tires to choose from which are better suited for the wraith wheelbase.
Recommend outer foams for a Rock Racing set up:
Larger Closed Cell Inner with Medium outer in front
Larger Closed Cell Inner with Firm outer in rear

[BC Racing]

Originally Posted by Nova's Ark

1. No, the 5.0 Outers are Double Deuce Size and have a different I.D.
The Lil' Nova outers have a small I.D. and overall thickness. I am out of stock of the 1.9 outer foams still which is why they are not listed on the web site. Ahhh..thats why I was confused on your site. I'll keep my eye on them being restocked.

2. I always suggest a 2.2 for a Wraith. The 2.2 wheel has multiple brands of larger tires to choose from which are better suited for the wraith wheelbase.
Recommend outer foams for a Rock Racing set up:
Larger Closed Cell Inner with Medium outer in front
Larger Closed Cell Inner with Firm outer in rear
yep yep, totally running 2.2 on the wratih...just posted it here to keep questions to one post. Your recommendation is exactly what I was planing on doing.

Thank you sir....

[Big Daddy]

ETA on stock for Lil' Novas?

[hibbs]

It's been several months ago that I got 2 sets of 1.9 dual stage foams. I wanted to let everyone know that they are fantastic. It is an upgrade where you don't think, "I guess it's better"... it is a huge difference. You will notice right away. The grip my IROKs get is night and day different with the CI foams. They are soft and grippy while still being strong and supportive. The Baja Claw TTCs are also much improved. They aren't as good as the IROKs but that's the tire being way to stiff, not the foams. The CI foams also helped the Claws out a great deal as well. Again soft at the tread of the tire and firm at the sidewall.

As others have said the customer service is top notch. I messaged my tires/wheel sizes with my order and my foams were labeled front/rear and for each tire.

If you are wondering what to buy, just ask and you will be taken care of! I got foams a bit smaller than the tire they were intended for. i.e. 4.25" foams for 4.5" tire. Also I was setup with soft outers up front and medium outers in the rear. My trucks are 7-8 lb scalers. Hope this helps!

Buy these foams, they are well worth it!

[BC Racing]

Originally Posted by Nova's Ark

The 1.9 Dual Stage Foams are sold out and have been removed from the web site. I expect more stock in three weeks.

How we looking??