New forum for Kwinana!

[KingBob]

New forum for Kwinana!

[xsnoiz]

Cheers KB

PS need your details for the club paperwork

[stretch]

Wow we have are own room to chat in now, things are moving along. I am going to buy the parts to make the loop for the transponder system this weekend. Just call it a donation for the books, planning on going down to the site this Saturday to mark out my idea for a track, feel free to join me guys.
Cheers, Craig

[KingBob]

Are we allowed to mark out with paint on the track? Or do we have to wait until we know whats going on with the netball people? If not, anyone know where we can get some pieces of carpet? If we halve a square piece diagonally and cut them in curves to mark the outside of corners. If that makes sense? lol

I can supply plenty of cable for a loop, have miles of Cat5 at work. Should also be able to supply a PC or laptop to run Alycat on.

Spoke to Dave again today, we're definitely still OK to use his transponders, but we'll need to get a copy of Alycat, but i think it's pretty cheap.

[stretch]

OK i have been to bunnings and i can get 10 4 meter lengths of poli pipe for 44 dollars. Thats 44 meters of track, how much do you think we will need guys.

[KingBob]

Only really need to mark the inner lines of the track, the court lines can form the outer lines, just work within them.

[stretch]

I will be checking out Clark rubber next to see what they have on the selves, I was thinking chalk so we can get an idea of a track layout, this is so we can work out how much material we need. Dont worry about wires as i work for a electronics company.

[KingBob]

Yeah chalk for marking out on the weekend, but could use carpet on the corners for long term. Get something light and dye it red/white striped lol!

[xsnoiz]

Have a copy of the software, just need a serial

[KingBob]

I think the software is a free download, but the serial is what costs the $$$.

[xsnoiz]

yep

[KingBob]

$269 US.

Guess we know what the clubs first purchase will be!

[xsnoiz]

Haven't been able to locate it in the usual places. It may have to be, unless the lite version will support the club-level racing until we've got a bit more dough

[KingBob]

Lite only does about 5 cars.

[xsnoiz]

Anyone good with software??

[KingBob]

I'm looking for a... way we can "evaluate" a full version :D

[xsnoiz]

Still need your contact detail Rob

[valyau2002]

Hey Craig, what size (diameter) polypipe is normally used for a track? I might have a few lengths kicking around if its the right size.

[stretch]

standard electrical conduit, i think its 1/2 inch.

[valyau2002]

I've got the 25mm retic stuff, not electrical conduit.

[xsnoiz]

Waiting for Ashlee at the council to get back to me, seems like sh'e on RDO 'til Tuesday. And Rob, still need you details for the paperwork dude :P

[KingBob]

Whats your email?

[xsnoiz]

meagher.s@bigpond.com

[stretch]

Shaun you are doing a good job so far, very impressive. I was thinking about getting some membership forms done, did you want me to do this or your self.

Cheers, Craig

[KingBob]

What time you gonna be there tomorrow Stretch?

[xsnoiz]

Working on it now Stretch. Just waiting on the other half to do up some more logos so we can vote on one

[stretch]

Not sure yet mate, maybe in the afternoon between 3 and 4. I'm having trouble painting this lexan body, dam paint keeps dying at the tip and clogging, Ive been told my air hose is too short and not allowing the air from the compressor too cool.

[KingBob]

Is it a compressor with or without a tank?
What type of airbrush with what size tip?
What pressure are you spraying at?
What kind of paint? Thinned or out of the bottle?

[azza427]

does anyone have a idea of the layout that may be made for offroad yet

[stretch]

Not until we get the land

[xsnoiz]

Offering to help dig azza?

[azza427]

off course alway like to help building big and awsum jumps

[xsnoiz]

Ok, sorting the paperwork with Ashlee this afternoon, and apparently there's a sponsorship seminar next week. I have to RSVP someone by this afternoon, so which one of the committee wants to go? PDF attached.

[stretch]

That would be me.

Cheers, Craig

[xsnoiz]

Sweet, I'll let Ashlee know this arvo Craig. How are we coming with the constitution from Phil? Any information on the Public Liability Insurance?

[stretch]

try this
www.usc.uwo.ca/clubs/Sample_Constitution_for_clubs.pdf

[xsnoiz]

I've been offered 100m of 19mm Fire-reel Hose. Interested?

[valyau2002]

That could make a good outside boundary of sorts.

[KingBob]

Even inside! Its what was used at Rypers onroad track.

[stretch]

great, grab it

[stretch]

OK guy i went to the grant raising seminar, very informative. I wont go into much detail here but its was well worth it. When we get together in a couple of weeks for a meeting i will explain more.

Cheers, Craig

[stretch]

OK Shaun how are the flyer's going, if you need help let me know. Did you get the fire hose.

[stretch]

Kwinana will be holding its first un official race meet on the third of may. This will allow people to come down and help with track prep to help iron out any bugs. We are still sourcing material to help build the track so if anyone can help with this it would be much appreciated.

The format for the day will be
1) track design and construction
2) Testing transponder system
3) anything else required
4) racing tests

We will start at 11am in the morning and hopefully finish at 5pm or sooner. It depends how many numbers we get. Oh by the way membership forms will be available on the day if you would like to join.

Any questions

[stretch]

Just a bit of new on the on road side of things, we now have a official letter from the council to use the netball courts. However this will be on a two month trial period, if we have no complaints from nabouring houses we will be given the green light to carry on. Personally i dont think we will have any problems. We have been given a key to the gate and storage area so we have a place to store equipment. one other thing is the council is going to do is resurface the area so this will be good for us.

[valyau2002]

Hey Craig, that's awesome news about the resurfacing and storage and power!

Let's hope we can all behave and not cause too much of a ruckus with the neighbours!

[obzELiTe]

yeah, resurface will be huge as long as its tarmac and not tar with blue metal chucked on top

[stretch]

We asked them if they could get parks and gardens to give the site a clean up for us, they agreed. So all the small rocks and weeds will be gone in time for us to race on it.

[TJR5]

Hi,
Just to let you guys know there are a few Bunbury drivers looking at running at your club on a regular basis if there are no clashing of calenders that is.

Also on another note there is a whisper of an electric indoor club starting up in the Bunbury/Australind area quite soon............:)


TJR5

[stretch]

Thats great new, the more the merrier. They will be welcomed.

[xsnoiz]

Ok guys - club flyer and membership forms are attached. How many copies of each do you think will we need for Sunday?

[stretch]

Well i am sitting down at the moment thinking about what we have forgotten for tomorrow. On that thought its time for a vodka with all the last Minuit things we had to organize. Good luck for tomorrow guys and see you there.

Cheers, Craig

[TJR5]

Hi,
I see on your flyer you have 12th scale?.............:)

TJR5

[stretch]

Just a quick one, storage is now sorted out.... soccer club has now moved there stuff. We now have our own power point in the meter box and will be picking the key up tomorrow. And the wasp problem is getting fixed. So things are moving in the right direction. I am looking at a opening ceremony with a member of the council in about four weeks to make it official. This is good for our PR and shows that we appreciate what they have done for us thus far.

Cheers, Craig

President of Kwinana RC

[xsnoiz]

Back from Sydney, I'll have everything sorted by the end of the weekend Craig. 5 days without net access

[KingBob]

Need to work on the offroad stuff too, the grass site they mentioned isn't suitable.

[stretch]

We can always put on road tyres on the off road buggys and give it a go on the tarmac.

[xsnoiz]

TJR5, we get enough members with 1/12 cars, we'll make a race

[stretch]

hey shaun do you have a spare monitor, the one i had which i thought work does not.

[KingBob]

I can grab a 15" LCD from work no worries. Probably not a 17" though.

[stretch]

you will have it for today ????

[TJR5]

Hi,
.....:)

TJR5

[BIG PETE]

Hi,
.....:)

TJR5

thats a great way to get your post count up just so you can sell stuff

[xsnoiz]

Craig, do you want to have a committee meeting over the weekend to see how everyone's going with their tasks?

[stretch]

Good idea, we need to get together and discuss a few things. Where shall we hold the meeting and at what time.

[xsnoiz]

My place at about 3.30 on Saturday. I'll email everyone the address

[revsinc]

My place at about 3.30 on Saturday. I'll email everyone the address

have you done this yet ??

[stretch]

today

[revsinc]

today

i have not got any email ??
so i dont know where to go ?

can somebody help ??

[revsinc]

The
suspense
is
killing
me

[revsinc]

anybody a wantabe fortune teller ??

now accepting predictions about where this meeting might be ??

anybody,
somebody,
dont be afraid have a stab ...

[stretch]

you have a pm, just got back in the door

[xsnoiz]

Craig, you'll need your monitor again today. I'll see what I can dig up during the week

[KingBob]

Hey guys, sorry i wasnt at the meeting yesterday. Been down with the flu for a couple of days.

[xsnoiz]

We got some paperwork for you Rob ;) I'll email it across tomorrow, need to get moving on the certificate of incorporation. We have to run a community notice in the paper first, so I'm sorting a deal with the Sound on that tomorrow

[stretch]

I just had a thought guys, how easy would it be to put on-road wheels on a 1/10 off road buggy and a suitable touring car body and start up a new class.

[BIG PETE]

tell you what would be fun is the core trucks

[revsinc]

Tamiya are one step ahead of you
they make this car
http://www.tamiyausa.com/product/item.php?product-id=58430

touring car wheels will fit straight on my 4wd, ( kyosho) and they will fit the d4 also, the rest would take alot of work ,
bodys dont fit as the width is too much

[SNPY]

Tell you what would be fun .. Minis!

[stretch]

but it could work

[revsinc]

Tell you what would be fun .. Minis!
I agree.:)
Really looking forward to seeing your one on the track doing laps

[valyau2002]

I've already tried a set of touring car rubber on my DF-03 Dark Impact and they work fine, just have to gear it for the much smaller diameter tyres. We could just use normal bodies rather than have to worry about touring car bodies. Having said that they do look a little strange.

[KingBob]

Road Rally.

[stretch]

Hey bob how is that laptop going, will make my job a lot easier when setting up.

[xsnoiz]

Provided it's not raining tomorrow, we're running a meet. We'll update at 8am tomorrow if it's a go, but it's looking good

[KingBob]

Hey guys. I have a laptop on my desk at work, am re-loading it so can bring it home this week. Also have a 15" LCD put aside.

Havent done much on it this last week or so, have been a bit pre-occupied.

[stretch]

Spoke to Dave this morning about Running the ryper inter-club at the Kwinana festival this year to help promote our club. Shaun can you speak to Ashley and find out when this is on and if we can run this meet. I think this is on in November, if so let Dave know and forward her contact details to him. If we can get this happening this will be a good fundraiser for us, we can do a sausage sizzle and a raffle. We have plenty of time to get this right so heres hoping.

[stretch]

racing is on

[xsnoiz]

Sun is shining, there's no clouds, let's race!

[Dags]

Hi guys. Some of you will know me from West Coast and perhaps Radio Rally, but I'd like to become a member of any Kwinana Club also, since I live here.
I am very much an Associated man so I'm looking at a TC5 or perhaps TC4 as a cheaper starter.
Any suggestions appreciated.
I also have a hopped up TT01 but that might be better as a drifter....

[T Mac]

hey dags... i have a TC5 and it is awesome... once set up right they are a fantastic car to drive!!! only problem is a little hard to get parts for locally :(

[Dags]

Yeah ok. But as discussed I've given up sourcing parts locally. All my urgent parts shopping is done online now.

[Dags]

I've heard the TC5 is a great car, just not sure if a 4 would be a better starter. I'm an off road racer so I'm not 100% sure on road.

[KingBob]

I had an FT TC4 a couple of years ago, it was a right BITCH to work on.

[Dags]

Oh ok Bob. Thanks for that. I'll take your word for that because a car thats hard to work on will just make me go back to the bigger stuff.
I have a lead on a Tamiya Evo 4 and not a Tamiya fan because of parts supply but Towers generally carry lots of Tamiya stuff.

[KingBob]

The biggest problem was that you had to remove the entire upper deck to do anything to it. Even to get a diff out. The upper deck had about 4-6 screws at the front and the back, and some in the middle. And if memory serves, had to take the shock towers/mounts off to get the diff covers off. A right pain.

[revsinc]

there was a tt01 racing there today with a 540, he held his own with the stock guys,
the shaft drive cars are great in stock, if built correct, they are more reliable that the belt cars,
with my belt car i have to pull half the car apart to get the diff out,
I rebuild my diff's every race meeting ...

[Dags]

I rebuild my diff's every race meeting ...


See now that just scares me. I manage to win (sometimes) in offroad, electric and nitro, and I just throw my cars in the corner after raceday, and drag it out again 2 days before the next meet.
Not sure if I have the time nor inclination to be pulling stuff apart just cause I can!!!

[BIG PETE]

darren the only thing you need to worry about is loosing a car in the pile of them

[Dags]

darren the only thing you need to worry about is loosing a car in the pile of them

Funny you should say that Pete. I was looking for the Bandit with the Alloy front shocktower, (and the roadhogs) and was stressing that I couldn't find it. Ended up it was in the lounge under a Thunder Tiger ST1. lol

[revsinc]

My car has very open diffs , so the dirt gets in my easier than others, ( there is a revised 08 diff to slove this)
plus i run super stock , the car gets a tad loose if i dont,
the top mod boys do there diffs every run,

[Emlyn]

I am very much an Associated man

Associated FTW:cool::rolleyes::eek:

[stretch]

Why not try a hotbodies cyclone TC, that's what i am running down there.

[stretch]

Check this out guys
http://minirally.cool.ne.jp/

[SNPY]

I agree.:)
Really looking forward to seeing your one on the track doing laps

Well my mini and all required parts etc are either here or on the way .. how is your mini going?

[revsinc]

Well my mini and all required parts etc are either here or on the way .. how is your mini going?
Never said i had one !!
I have enough stuff around here with adding to the confusion

[stretch]

Just to let everybody know that there will be no racing this next weekend as it is a long weekend.

[Dags]

Hi guys. Some of you will know me from West Coast and perhaps Radio Rally, but I'd like to become a member of any Kwinana Club also, since I live here.
I am very much an Associated man so I'm looking at a TC5 or perhaps TC4 as a cheaper starter.
Any suggestions appreciated.
I also have a hopped up TT01 but that might be better as a drifter....


OK I just picked up a Tamiya TB Evolution IV secondhand but in ok condition. The only thing it obviously needs is a battery tray, and possibly a chassis cover, if they have them. I'll check out the onroad classes and stuff it full of appropriate power, and see what else it needs.

[SNPY]

OK I just picked up a Tamiya TB Evolution IV secondhand but in ok condition. The only thing it obviously needs is a battery tray, and possibly a chassis cover, if they have them. I'll check out the onroad classes and stuff it full of appropriate power, and see what else it needs.

I think you'll find you need velcro straps rather than a battery tray.

[Dags]

I think you'll find you need velcro straps rather than a battery tray.

Oh ok Chef. It has the one strap but it looked dodgy so I assumed that was an improvised solution.
I have plenty of them so if thats how it is then... 'cool'

[BIG PETE]

there is part of a battery try thing in the box of bits Darren

[Dags]

Yeah but the box of bits got sucked into the vortex of the other boxes of bits, and well, that was that...... lol

[BIG PETE]

bloody hell mate its been 24 hours and ya lost it i need to clear a few cars out for ya bro

[revsinc]

OK I just picked up a Tamiya TB Evolution IV secondhand but in ok condition. The only thing it obviously needs is a battery tray, and possibly a chassis cover, if they have them. I'll check out the onroad classes and stuff it full of appropriate power, and see what else it needs.

You can use strappiing tape to hold the batterys in ( get from bunnings) but the battery strap is much better.
you need tires,
Much More 32 i used the sweeps but everybody reckons the absolutes are better
a body, a 4 door body is needed, something like mazda 6, LTC, or dodge strauts, are ones that work well,
and up to you want motor class you run in ,
we have stock and super stock ,
the evo 4 have a lower diff ratio and you will needs some really big pinoins and a small spur gear , if you want to run a 17.5

[Dags]

Crikey. I have Fantom 17.5, 10.5
Will have to order a shell. Better start looking.

[revsinc]

stock would be a good place to start, if you have not done onroad before,
the evo 4 has a 2.29 diff ratio,
so you will need a 39 pinon and 66 spur gear ( thats 48p) to get you around the final drive of 3.9 which would be in the ball park for that track

[xsnoiz]

Craig, need your address by 3 today for the ad.

[Dags]

stock would be a good place to start, if you have not done onroad before,
the evo 4 has a 2.29 diff ratio,
so you will need a 39 pinon and 66 spur gear ( thats 48p) to get you around the final drive of 3.9 which would be in the ball park for that track


Thats great info. Thanks for that, I'll get on it.....

[stretch]

hey shaun got ya new car yet.

[xsnoiz]

Yep. Finished building the chassis today, started laying a few coats of colour tonight. Not going with graphics, it's the colour scheme of my bike

[xsnoiz]

Looks like the forecast is fine amd sunny for Sunday. Who's coming down? Have some fine tuning to do on the chassis, so might need some expert advice. With the TA05IFS having an IR of 2.25, what pinion should I track down for a Brood CO27, running the stock 70t spur?

[stretch]

Go too www.gearchart.com (http://www.gearchart.com), this should give you a good starting point. And we want to see photos of your car.

[revsinc]

Looks like the forecast is fine amd sunny for Sunday. Who's coming down? Have some fine tuning to do on the chassis, so might need some expert advice. With the TA05IFS having an IR of 2.25, what pinion should I track down for a Brood CO27, running the stock 70t spur?
20t that will give you a ratio of 7.8 which is would be good starting point, gear up if you feel the need

[xsnoiz]

22 be ok Kev? That's what was in the box. Craig, check the member's rides :P

[xsnoiz]

Did some looking through the gearchart spreadsheets - 20t gives me a rollout of 25.53, 21t 26.81, 22t 28.08. Apparently the CO27 likes between 26-27, so would the extra on a 22t really make a huge difference? *EDIT* picking up a set of pinions this arvo, 20 and 21t set. Trial and error will do on Sunday

[xsnoiz]

Hey Craig, told Ashley we'd be in for the club display. She siad if we want a bit of area to display the running cars, let her her know

[stretch]

Yes let her know we will need some room, we can set up a small track. When is the club day.

[valyau2002]

Summer Club Day 29 AUGUST 2009 - 10AM TO 2PM

I'll resend you the e-mail Shaun sent.

[KingBob]

On or Offroad?

[xsnoiz]

We can have both on display Rob. Ashley also suggested having some cars people could try on the track, but I'm sure our members wouldn't be keen on kids bashing their cars around

[KingBob]

Ouuuccchhh. Yeah not unless we have some bullet proof TL01's or something, they'll take a beating.

[stretch]

I would suggest we talk to the hobby shop in the hub shopping center, they hire out cars for there indoor track. George might be willing to help us out if we ask him nicely. How many people want to put there hands up for the club day. Also i have the common seal for you shaun.

[xsnoiz]

Sweet Craig. I won't be there on Sunday - no car. Stacey had an accident this afternoon

[stretch]

Is she ok

[xsnoiz]

Yep, both her and Emma are ok. Nice hole in the sump though

[valyau2002]

Good to hear thay are ok. Need a lift Shaun on Sunday?

[xsnoiz]

I'll let you know Val. Cheers for the offer

[xsnoiz]

Screw in the bike tyre. Had it booked in for Monday for a new tyre, so thought it'd be ok. Got a call today - another 10 days for the tyre, so no bike either. Luckily got a car from work this afternoon for a few days, so I'll be there Sunday

[stretch]

Good news and heres hoping we get some more people.

[Tones]

hey peoples.
im from the parmelia area and getting my rc back into running condition. might come down for a look next time you guys run

[KingBob]

Even picking myself up an onroader tomorrow!

[Emlyn]

what one ?..

[stretch]

KB with an on-roader, looks like we are going to have a good turn out this sunday.

[valyau2002]

cool KB. Are you going to run stock or superstock first up?

[KingBob]

Getting an Xray t2r. I'll have a 5.5 and 13.5 brushless, I do have a brushed speedy spare as well, so could get a brushed stock motor for a couple of weeks. Not sure if it'll be up and running for sunday though!

[stretch]

Come on KB i am sure you can get it up and running for this sunday.

[stretch]

What do you recon guys about doing a upgrade on the track, Going to try some polypipe. Going to use the yellow pipe for the bends and the polypipe for the straights. this should solve the problem of the hoses being knocked out of position. We have plenty of money in the kitty and i should be able to get a good deal on the pipe.

[xsnoiz]

Sounds like a plan Craig. And KB, If I can build a TA05 while Emma was sleeping in two days, dude, you'll have no problem. Lets race!

[KingBob]

Hey i'll need to paint a body first!

[revsinc]

What do you recon guys about doing a upgrade on the track, Going to try some polypipe. Going to use the yellow pipe for the bends and the polypipe for the straights. this should solve the problem of the hoses being knocked out of position. We have plenty of money in the kitty and i should be able to get a good deal on the pipe.

the pipe will still slide and move when hit,
we have that problem at precc ..

[valyau2002]

The polypipe will be too lightweight and move heaps when hit. They need to be staked down or weighted down somehow. Not really feasible to stake them down and weighting them down will be too impractical for a quick setup and breakdown. Might as well save the dollars in the kitty for the time being. Use the heavier yellow pipe on the corners that get hit the most perhaps even double up on the really prone corners. I think Kev still has some more of the yellow pipe left over. Use some of the cash and get some gaffa tape! See if we can source some kind of trolley for the times when a trailer isn't available to haul the tyres and hose to and from the storage room.

[stretch]

Sorry val but the purchase has been made, We now have 100 meters of the stuff. My plan is to use a hole saw on the tires so the pipe can fit inside, this will stop the pipe from moving around. For the corners we can use the yellow pipe filled with sand. The yellow pipe will fit into the PVC pipe i have just purchased. Now from my calculations we should have enough PVC pipe and yellow hose to make the track or not far from it. If this work which i am sure it will, I will buy some more pipe next week. Also we might need some more tires Kev.

[valyau2002]

Ahh, I suppose the pipe will be light to carry and easy to put together.

There's been a change of plans for me and I should be able to come down tomorrow but I probably won't be there till a little later.

[stretch]

Hey guys does this fall into the mini class.
http://www.rcmart.com/catalog/rc-cb00310060-combo-xpress-mrr2jun-moped-v16r-bravo-cb0058-p-26475.html?cPath=420_1177
http://www.rc-xpress.com/catalog/product_info.php?cPath=23&products_id=395

[xsnoiz]

Pretty sure no Craig, Tamiya mini's are front motored FWD, not 4WD.

[stretch]

Ahh but they are the same scale and they do race them overseas, this model won some championship for 2009. I might buy one seeing we have no established class for this type of car it might catch on. I think the good thing is it cheap and your almost ready to run. I might ask the mini guys over east for there thoughts.

[SNPY]

Hey guys does this fall into the mini class.
http://www.rcmart.com/catalog/rc-cb00310060-combo-xpress-mrr2jun-moped-v16r-bravo-cb0058-p-26475.html?cPath=420_1177
http://www.rc-xpress.com/catalog/product_info.php?cPath=23&products_id=395

I have the new HPI Cup Racer and Keri has an X-Press Pro 2 and there is a couple of guys amoungst the drifters with 4wd mini's that may be looking for some grip action .. I think Revsinc said something about racing mini's as well :rolleyes:

[revsinc]

.. I think Revsinc said something about racing mini's as well :rolleyes:

You
Have
Been
Drinking
On
The
Job !
:p

[stretch]

Well if they bring them down we will look at making it a permanent fixture at our club. And i have permission to go ahead with the purchase of my mini.

[stretch]

http://vortec.defmondo.com/?q=node/2 rules for the mini

[xsnoiz]

As per the ruling in our soon to be printed member's book ;)

[SNPY]

http://vortec.defmondo.com/?q=node/2 rules for the mini

Thanks for that bit of info there stretch but what about a 4wd class .. I don't know if I can spring for another chassis (as of today my financials have been taken on by my personal accountant :o) .. if the other drifter boys are interested we should have enough for a class on their own.

[stretch]

Why not, bring them down

[eichkay]

Thanks for that bit of info there stretch but what about a 4wd class .. I don't know if I can spring for another chassis (as of today my financials have been taken on by my personal accountant :o) .. if the other drifter boys are interested we should have enough for a class on their own.


I think they race 4wd mini's in vic, known as outlaw class.. Other issue is tire size's .. them cup racers have a larger diameter tire, it wouldnt bother me as i'd whoop your arse anyway :D but others may/would see you have possible advantage.

But its all in the beginings anyways.. rules have to be easy going and not hard ball to get the class happening.... not everyone going to rush out and buy a new car to meet the rules if they have somthing that sorta meets the requirements, and doesnt want to downgrade.

[SNPY]

I think they race 4wd mini's in vic, known as outlaw class.. Other issue is tire size's .. them cup racers have a larger diameter tire, it wouldnt bother me as i'd whoop your arse anyway :D but others may/would see you have possible advantage.

But its all in the beginings anyways.. rules have to be easy going and not hard ball to get the class happening.... not everyone going to rush out and buy a new car to meet the rules if they have somthing that sorta meets the requirements, and doesnt want to downgrade.

Well I believe thems fighin' words! .. eh I don't mind comming down in tyre size but you could also come up? .. but yeah would have to be easy going to keep the fun in the class .. it was only the Fwd/4wd that concerned me .. silver can, black can would keep it fun, interesting and cheap as well.

[eichkay]

Well I believe thems fighin' words! .. eh I don't mind comming down in tyre size but you could also come up? .. but yeah would have to be easy going to keep the fun in the class .. it was only the Fwd/4wd that concerned me .. silver can, black can would keep it fun, interesting and cheap as well.

I was looking at the aarcmcc rules yesterday and noticed FWD is allowed in 4WD class ... i dont know of any FWD offroad cars but it was interesting to see they were allowed in the same class.

[Emlyn]

(as of today my financials have been taken on by my personal accountant :o)

guessing that's the missus hahahahahahhaha

[stretch]

I have been checking out prices and parts availability which is also important and the tamiya mo3 wins hands down. mo3 r blue plated version $120 us $35 dollars delivery. The amount of hop up parts that are available is what amazes me about this car.

[SNPY]

guessing that's the missus hahahahahahhaha

Ahahahah .. joint bank account brutha!! :eek:

[Emlyn]

Ahahahah .. joint bank account brutha!! :eek:


yikkkkkeeeeesssssss!!!!!!

[eichkay]

I have been checking out prices and parts availability which is also important and the tamiya mo3 wins hands down. mo3 r blue plated version $120 us $35 dollars delivery. The amount of hop up parts that are available is what amazes me about this car.

There is a M04 coming out soon aswell if your not aware

[SNPY]

There is a M04 coming out soon aswell if your not aware

Also there is the M05 pro as well .. all hopped up of course .. even the M03 pro has a reasonable price tag.

[eichkay]

Also there is the M05 pro as well .. all hopped up of course .. even the M03 pro has a reasonable price tag.

Oopps thats the one i mean.. never had a tamiya mini so i dont know the models versions

[NightWolf]

look out ill be on the track next time with me onroader

[stretch]

Great stuff, look forward to seeing you there.

[KingBob]

Dont quite think my onroader will be up and running for this weekend, but should be good for next weekend!

[eichkay]

I might try to come down next weekend..

[xsnoiz]

Haven't got mine fixed yet, the full sizer has been taking up all my spare time getting ready to trade. Pick the new one up tomorrow

[KingBob]

I need to paint the body... that'll be an all weekend job for me!

[stretch]

So no bob bashing.

[KingBob]

Nup. Still need a battery tray too, but thats on it's way. Should be good to go for next weekend.

[NightWolf]

is there racing this sunday

[stretch]

As long as it does not rain, I think the forcast is a shower or two clearing. So hopefully its blown over early.

[stretch]

Just to let people know if it is raining tomorrow there wont be any racing. check here at about 8.00am to find out what we are doing. Hopefully it blows over but the forcast is shower clearing late in the day.

[stretch]

looking good so far

[stretch]

racing today

[NightWolf]

its meant to clear up aound lunch time so fingers crossed

[stretch]

can some one bring down some printer paper today, ive run out

[xsnoiz]

I'm out for today guys, alarm upgrade in the new car is giving me the shits - false alarming. Pretty sure it's got something to do with a BCM function, which I've now got to wire around. There goes the day

[revsinc]

I cant make it either, i have to work today,
but i will be there next week,

[NightWolf]

ill be there just after 12 or 1
as i got to get some stuff done

[stretch]

Ok guys i am proposing we do some more track improvements. I was thinking buying some more pvc pipe, also i would like to do something about those tires i keep hitting. I was thinking a high density foam, something with a bit of weight so we can slide the PVC pipe into it. This should stop it from moving and the cars wont get as much damage. I will go into Clarke rubber tomorrow and see what they have. They also have a foam cutting service so we can get any shape we want.

[KingBob]

What sorts of gearing are you using? Have put an LRP 13.5 brushless in the T2, should have enough pinions to cover most ratios, but i wanna do some testing beforehand, so around what ratio are people using?

[revsinc]

What sorts of gearing are you using? Have put an LRP 13.5 brushless in the T2, should have enough pinions to cover most ratios, but i wanna do some testing beforehand, so around what ratio are people using?
nobody uses 13.5 anymore as that put you in the superstock class !
I would start around 5.5 FDR and check your temp's after 5mins and adjust to suit

[KingBob]

Well i either run a 13.5 and learn to drive the car, or a 5.5 and spin the wheels and not go anywhere lol.

[doogie]

kingbob you have been around long enough to have learnt to drive a car.Put the fast motor in and use throttle control.

[stretch]

Ok here it is guys, craigs weather report. Well its fine outside so i will put it up to a vote, to race or not to race.

[nightfox]

RACE , ready if anyone else is

[xsnoiz]

There's more coming in according to the radar - I'm out guys

[stretch]

Ok lets race, but we will keep a eye on the weather.

[NightWolf]

put my name in system ill be there

[NightWolf]

i should try be there by 11

[KingBob]

Pissing down with rain here in rockingham at the moment!

[stretch]

The rain gods wont let us play, Had to call it guys but the rain kept coming. Sorry for the late call but i was down there and two big showers came through. So who is going to run it next week as i will be away on holiday. You will have to come around my place to pick up the computer equipment.

[xsnoiz]

I'll take care of next week Craig.

[KingBob]

Now i've gotta wait even longer to take the onroader for a spin :(

[NightWolf]

the court was full of water and it rained while i was there but it didnt rain at home
i just have to wait a week longer now

[stretch]

At least your saving on spare parts KB.

[NightWolf]

lets hope its good weather on sunday

[stretch]

Hey shaun you need to come and pick up the computer gear by friday. I Will pm my address.

[stretch]

One other thing is i have spoken to Ashley from the council and she tells me its business as usual. She is drafting up a usage agreement for the site. There has been no complaints from anyone so all is good.

[valyau2002]

lets hope its good weather on sunday

The long range forecast is looking good so far. Fingers crossed it'll stay fine. I'm starting to sweat on my CVD for the Pro 4 coming in before Sunday, otherwise I'll be a spectator.

[NightWolf]

i need to get some $$ and buy some spares for the ta05 i got none at present

[NightWolf]

thats good news from the concil now lets see f we can get a area alocated for off road

[revsinc]

yes that is good news indeed
Are you going to press ahead with the idea of Off Road Racing on the grass ??
Im really keen on that !

I leaving the country on Saturday and i wont be back for a month ,
so i will see you all then .

[stretch]

I did touch base on the off road issue and there is a grass area down there we are going to have a look at to see if it is suitable.

[NightWolf]

would be good if we can do off as well as on road

[KingBob]

I think offroad on the grass would be good. Everyones used to clay, and everyone loves racing on grass at ARF. Plus even if it rains, grassed areas dry out very quickly.

Could get a trailer like the nitro guys have, portable and run anywhere.

[NightWolf]

that grass hill could be used for the drivers to stand on

[KingBob]

As long as theres no soccer being played at the time!

[stretch]

I forgot to give you the keys for the gate shaun. I will be in tomorrow at the same time.

[xsnoiz]

Craig, could you drop it to Stacey at the Sound Telegraph? I won't be home until nearly 11 tonight, work function straight after work.

[xsnoiz]

Craig, give me a yell on the mobile

[stretch]

Sorry cant make it, anybody else able to drop by and pick up the key.

[xsnoiz]

Craig, can you leave in the letterbox, and I'll grab it in the morning?

[stretch]

not a problem i will leave it in the letterbox.

[KingBob]

Anyone have a balance set for putting a car on to balance? Ie: the little pointy things you put under the car so you can add weight to left/right.

[NightWolf]

are them the little lead weights

[KingBob]

No i have weights, i need the little things to sit the car on so i can add them as appropriate.

[valyau2002]

I think those little things would be easy to make or at least improvise if ya desperate.

[SNPY]

Or use 4 kitchen scales .. one under each wheel ;)

[NightWolf]

we had 10 people down and a few more came and watched

[KingBob]

Was fun! I even managed to finish a race! lol

And only broke 1 part! (stripped 1, and lost 2, but they dont count) :P

Waiting for Vals pics now.

[NightWolf]

ill put 3 vids up on your tube tonight from thelast 3 races got some stacks in there to

[xsnoiz]

Ok guys results from today:-

Novice

Qual 1
1 Shaun Meagher 17 laps 5m16.546 Best lap 18.11
2 Julian Lombardi 12 laps 5m22.699 Best lap 10.967?
3 Eddy Miller 2 laps 0m30.515 Best Lap 27.413
4 Jacob Von Bruchem Didn't read
5 Rob James No transponder

Qual 2
1 Eddy Miller 16 laps 5m18.738 Best lap 17.143
2 Shaun Meagher 15 laps 5m8.470 Best lap 17.983
3 Rob James 14 laps 4m37.354 Best lap 15.199
4 Julian Lombardi 8 laps 4m54.578 Best lap 18.299
5 Jacob Von Bruchem 7 laps 2m39.730 Best lap 20.388

Qual 3
1 Jacob Von Bruchem 17 laps 5m17.349 Best lap 16.598
2 Shaun Meagher 15 laps 5m16.791 Best Lap 18.733
3 Eddy Miller 14 laps 5m2.016 Best lap 16.858
4 Rob James 4 laps 1m 7.352 Best lap 17.089
5 Julian Lombardi 3 laps 1m39.250 Best lap 24.860

Qualifing Positions for Final

1 Shaun Meagher
2 Jacob Von Bruchem
3 Eddy Miller
4 Rob James
5 Julian Lombardi

Main
1 Jacob Von Bruchem 17 laps 5m4.635 best lap 16.513
2 Eddy Miller 17 laps 5m15.885 Best lap 17.602
3 Shaun Meagher 17 laps 5m29.091 Best lap 17.612
4 Julian Lombardi 13 laps 5m4.381 Best lap 19.316

[xsnoiz]

Super Stock

Qual 1
1 Miccal Matthew 24 laps 5m2.837 Best Lap 12.514
2 Zack Chan 22 laps 5m0.758 Best lap 13.457
3 Toby Fleming 17 laps 5m0.812 Best lap 16.916

Qual 2
1 Miccal Matthew 24 laps 5m3.090 Best lap 12.647
2 Zack Chan 23 laps 5m11.264 Best lap 13.152
3 Toby Fleming 14 laps 5m16.048 Best lap 16.424

Qual 3
1 Miccal Matthew 25 laps 5m8.989 Best lap 12.472
2 Zack Chan 21 laps 5m4.985 Best lap 13.155
3 Toby Fleming 19 laps 5m11.710 Best Lap 16.472

Qualifying Positions
1 Miccal Matthew
2 Zack Chan
3 Toby Fleming

Final
1 Zack Chan 23 laps 5m8.197 Best lap 13.364
2 Toby Fleming 19 laps 5m13.984 Best lap 16.561
3 Miccal Matthew 7 laps 1m21.567 Best lap 13.155

Toby was running a Mini in this class, and it was a riot to watch

[xsnoiz]

Stock

Qual 1
1 Daniel Kinson 21 laps 5m10.464 Best lap 13.631
2 Tom Lane 16 laps 5m20.599 Best lap 16.054

Qual 2
No printout, sorry guys

Qual 3
Tom Lane 18 laps 5m9.156 Best lap 15.548
Daniel Kinson 17 laps 5m0.999 Best lap 14.115

Qualifying Positions for Final
1 Daniel Kinson
2 Tom Lane

Final
1 Tom Lane 18 laps 5m1.054 Best lap 14.733
2 Daniel Kinson 18 laps 5m16.204 Best lap 14.632

[valyau2002]

I'll stick up the photos I took today on the Kwinana photo thread over the next couple of days. Cool day and great seeing a lot of new faces come down to race. The more the merrier.... or more carnage in stock and novice at least!

[KingBob]

Heh, well, I thought I didnt actually do too bad. Managed a 3rd, just had a few teething problems with the car, but thats to be expected.

[stretch]

Good to see the meet went well and its good to be back from Albany. Now its time to get back into some racing. Hope the weather is as good as its been down Albany. So can someone pick up the transponders tomorrow. Shaun you still have the key so i guess i will see you guys at 10 AM Sunday morning. Good to see numbers are on the increase as well.

[xsnoiz]

Might need someone to come and pick the computer and key up. Crook as a dog, not going anywhere on the weekend :( Bronchitis sucks

[stretch]

Rob can you pick up the computer and the key, i will get the transponders.

[NightWolf]

will be there today so dont forget me

[stretch]

still need someone to pick up the computer gear unless shaun is comming.

[KingBob]

Can you PM me Shauns mobile# ?

I'm not racing (snapped a rear belt and dont have a spare) but i can still pick it up and set it up.

[NightWolf]

i dont have it

[stretch]

Here they are guys results for the week end.
guess again cant upload the pdf.

[NightWolf]

we may beable to run today if this keeps up

[stretch]

looking very ify, not sure if we will be able to race. It still looks very wet outside.

[valyau2002]

keep an eye on the weather radar, but the BOM forecast for today is;

Forecast for Sunday
Rain easing to a shower or two around sunrise. Showers increasing tonight with
the chance of a thunderstorm. Moderate to fresh SW winds becoming W/NW during
the day and strong and squally NW'ly tonight.

So we may a fairly good window of time with which to race in

[stretch]

My concerns are will the track be dry in time, we need sunsine and its still cloudy outside.