03-15-2015, 02:21 PM | #141 |
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| Re: Super mini class
Ah, where to start... As much as extra features available on RCORVA could be a good thing, I think you need to tune up what you have now. I truly think the idea of the RCORVA site is a great tool, but it's only working at 20% at the moment. You have approx 70 drivers registered out of a possible 1000 (?) worldwide. Where are the rest? The "Events" page hasn't been updated since Nov and it appears the "Calendar" has been slow to update for some users. You could probably remove the "Events" tab and just go with the "Calendar" for upcoming events. As far as sub-classes...why make more work for event organizers? Their hands are already full organizing, acquiring sponsors, trophies and accommodation. We already have working rules and build restrictions on 2.2P, 2.2S Mini and Super. The only class that's not been clear from the start is Trail and the small numbers at last year's Worlds was the result. If a driver registers in an event with his 2.2P, that's all the event organizers need to know, not what chassis, motors, ESC's, tires or color. If someone wants to run an SCX10, a Wraith, an Ascender...whatever, who cares. It doesn't need to be sub-classed. Let the drivers build to the rules. Now, back to Super Minis...why 4.25" tires? Tire size will be self-policing as too tall will create an imbalance. I still vote for no restrictions whatsoever. |
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03-16-2015, 12:43 AM | #142 |
5th D Owner/Driver Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Snoqualmie, Wa.
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If there's a max tire height I would rather see it at 5", that way you could use 1.9 or 2.2 wheels and still be under what the 2.2 classes run. 4.25" leaves one option only (1.9 Rover) in my opinion.
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03-16-2015, 04:47 AM | #143 |
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There is another way to allow competition on a budget, used for a type of Rallycross in the Nordic countries. 1. You're allowed to compete with just about any car you wish (as long as it adheres to som basic safety regulations). 2. After the event all cars (less seat and safety harness) are for sale at a fixed price. (Currently 6500SEK, ~700USD, in Sweden.) Any driver refusing to sell his car (at that price) will have his competition licence revoked. Translating this to Rc crawlers: Use the standard USRCCA rules, excluding section 2.
- Builders should have a blast optimizing to cost. - Spectators can place bids on the vehicles to get one for next event. Notes: * Battery type, size and voltage is NOT specified. * Number of radio channels is also NOT specified. * Number (and size) of wheels on the vehicle is not specified. (All types of tyres and tracks are allowed!) * Vehicle size is not regulated, only gate width. * No limitations regarding size or existance of "body" or "panels". The negatives I find with these rules: * Crawler setup preferences are very personal. Running someone else's crawler thus can be less enjoyable. (But it's a challenge!) * Spare parts, or lack thereof? * Batteries. Using a standard battery spoils the spirit, not using it makes it difficult to have a fitting one at hand. |
03-16-2015, 07:42 AM | #144 |
owner, Holmes Hobbies LLC Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Volt up! Gear down!
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| Re: Super mini class
I didn't realize perfection was needed before we talk about the future. I'll stop wasting people's time until after everyone is happy, should only take a few lifetimes! The calendar and news system is being addressed as the core change of RCorvas front, along with the control panel interface that will make it easier for drivers and hosts. There's not many drivers because we need to improve the hosts side, the biggest complaint is the effort of creating the first event. Why regulate tires? Why regulate anything? until we start seeing some mini supers it is getting the same tire limits as the rest of the vehicles on paper. Show me some 5" or 6" tire super rigs for 12" gates and we can have more than just discussion! |
03-16-2015, 08:33 AM | #145 |
I wanna be Dave Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: williamsport
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Here's one.. Tires are post 4-7.. Mini Super Mini Super I have 4.25" tires.. But wouldn't mind letting the gates and setup dictate the tire size. I don't think a 5" tire is realistic.. It's just that 4.25" is small.. Just wanted to post the thread, for some visual tire sizing.. |
03-16-2015, 08:56 AM | #146 |
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| Re: Super mini class
4.25" is very small, about miniature size |
03-16-2015, 10:12 AM | #147 |
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| Re: Super mini class
But I wanna run 8 inch tires and a center pivot. |
03-16-2015, 05:56 PM | #148 | |
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03-16-2015, 08:41 PM | #149 |
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| Re: Super mini class
I'm attempting a Super Mini right now. Tire size is an issue, without any rules to follow. There's only so much room, with a 12" gate in mind. The mini 12" gate is dictating almost everything I do, and frustrating me to no end. I want to go narrower, but can't, due to axle choice... but I actually can, just hesitant because it's a hypothetical build at this point. More rules don't mean squat to me. The build itself has it's own rules, and they're kicking my butt. |
03-17-2015, 02:34 PM | #150 |
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| Re: Super mini class I have made sets of 1.9 VooDoo's... I think they'd be the perfect tires to use for one of these...
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03-17-2015, 03:56 PM | #151 | |
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I'll most likely be building a set of mini doo's for mine. But I'll wait till final tire size is established. I'll run the 4.25" rover's, for now. | |
03-17-2015, 07:31 PM | #152 | |
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Some people have trouble creating events. Some people don't, as evidenced by events present on the calender. From what I've seen on my end, the folks that "can't" create events are trying to make them without dates or locations. Both of which can't be omitted during the creation. As for emails, we typically have a 2 day turnaround time. The organization is in infancy and it is tough to balance staffing against little revenues. The new website build should greatly reduce the need to email in the first place, as we have been listening for improvements. Having a next button instead of assuming the user will be able to navigate with tabs during event creation is one improvement | |
03-17-2015, 08:42 PM | #153 | |
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Nobody can seem to keep track of what the title of this thread is, let alone establish a new class. I fully expect to build my mini super to compete against the local squirrels. Comp is dead to the masses... so be it... I'm still building because that's as much fun as the other factors that are involved. Competing is only one part of "my hobby". Just my opinion, no particular jab at anybody. | |
03-17-2015, 08:58 PM | #154 |
RCC Addict Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: British Columbia
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I think it'll be a situation of "If you build it, they will come". Hafta start somewhere.
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03-17-2015, 09:06 PM | #155 |
I wanna be Dave Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: williamsport
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We are building in PA! My final parts, to get started, showed up today.. |
03-17-2015, 09:29 PM | #156 | |
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The one very important issue is that if a class is going to catch on, it does need to have purchasable tire options that are correct in size and sidewall stiffness. If you HAVE to build your tires from sidewalls and treads it won't ever float beyond a few builds. Since this is really the "unlimited" type of vehicle I'm more open to larger tires if there are options that do not require modifications to be good performers. Give me (and others) the comfort of traction being a readily available item in taller sizes and it won't be a hard sell. | |
03-18-2015, 12:44 AM | #157 | |
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03-18-2015, 04:34 PM | #158 |
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The down side to limiting the wheel to 1.9 is there's so little room for weights. I'm going with 2.2 wheels just for that reason. I cut my own tires, and it was interesting. I agree it's not for everybody. Ready made tires would be sweet. Like anything, if it catches on, tire guys will offer them, I'd hope. Trying to keep big axles narrow enough, and stack weight for performance could be a drag at 1.9. |
03-18-2015, 05:55 PM | #159 |
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Second thought on the subject. It's not a mini.... it's a mini super. Something has to be different, or we could all add some shift hubs and stretch links and be done. More options is more fun. Don't regulate it to death, the 12" gate will do the work for you. |
03-18-2015, 05:58 PM | #160 |
I wanna be Dave Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: williamsport
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A custom steering/axle/knuckle weight setup, is hard enough on a mrc and 1.9 wheels.. Jumping to 2.2's on a moa mini setup, would open up all kinds of doors. For weight setup's, tires and foams, steering, etc, etc.. I think opening up tire selection, is a Great idea.. My old worn out 1.9 RB's @ 4.5" would stretch over a 2.2 and be a great stock/buyable tire to use. They are readily available and leaves the use of tires that might be sitting in a box, open for use. The more restrictions that are put in this "new class" will be All of that! Restrictions! Restricting the builders. Restricting the use of parts in a box.. Parts that might of never seen the light of day, are now getting a use.. "I have 2.2 wheels, 1.9 RB's, some old losi axle's, sitting in a box. As parts, I'd never use them.. In this class, they make a rig! If the class is limited to 1.9.. I'm not buying parts for it." You know the above "" is exactly enough to lose one person.. Which leads too 2 ppl.. And so on.. I understand the need for some things.. I don't want to see ppl shy away because of them tho.. I've seen some fires lit over this idea.. Why smother that? |
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