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Post by Dave Chamberlain on Aug 18, 2009 20:28:23 GMT
OK I'm in the hot seat for tomorrow night, so who's coming down??
Gonna make a start as soon as we can to catch as much light as possible, however based on last week we may only get 3 rounds in..
Looking forward to plenty of Ansmann action & the usual cast of stock / pro-stock Wednesday nighters..
See you all tomorrow 
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Post by Antz on Aug 18, 2009 21:36:39 GMT
stock 17.5 for me tomoz night ;D  |
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Post by mattsedgley on Aug 18, 2009 21:45:55 GMT
I'll be there 13.5 looking for some close racing..
although no contact! I'm sick of being stuck on the grass!
move the line closer to turn one i say! slow the cars down on entry!!
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Post by iainmiller on Aug 19, 2009 6:28:05 GMT
I'll be there with the Ansmann
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Post by Jazzler on Aug 19, 2009 6:35:04 GMT
I fancy a change... 13.5 for me.
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Post by Jazzler on Aug 19, 2009 6:35:53 GMT
stock 17.5 for me tomoz night ;D Ohh... I nearly missed that Ant. Does that mean your now running your brushless kit?!? |
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Post by Dave Chamberlain on Aug 19, 2009 8:07:40 GMT
Hi Jason,
Got the Losi SW up & running on my netbook, had some fun with the UART USB drivers!!
Just flashed a few changes (LIPO & cutoff volt + enabled reverse) before we fit the kit the morning.. Once Antz has finished sorting out his drive chain...
Going to try to get track side around 4pm so we can get some practice in.. (6 mins at a time!!)
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Post by Jazzler on Aug 19, 2009 8:15:23 GMT
Hi Jason, Got the Losi SW up & running on my netbook, had some fun with the UART USB drivers!! Just flashed a few changes (LIPO & cutoff volt + enabled reverse) before we fit the kit the morning.. Once Antz has finished sorting out his drive chain... Going to try to get track side around 4pm so we can get some practice in.. (6 mins at a time!!) Good good... Although don't you mean Disabled reverse??  |
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Post by Dave Chamberlain on Aug 19, 2009 8:52:55 GMT
err no it's Antz ENABLE reverse! |
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Post by Jazzler on Aug 19, 2009 9:08:33 GMT
err no it's Antz ENABLE reverse! Ok, The only reason I say is that it can upset people if someone has/uses reverse. Especially if they have the ability to disable it. Plus, it's good practice to get used to not relying on it.. almost forces you to not take risks, not to mention most people do not expect a car to reverse and take this into account when trying to avoid collisions. |
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Post by Reality Racer on Aug 19, 2009 9:37:54 GMT
Put me down for 17.5 and Ben for Ansmann.
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Post by Dave Chamberlain on Aug 19, 2009 10:00:23 GMT
Will do Terry,
I see what you mean now Jason.. Obviously reverse is a function you loose when you start spending money!!
Seems not enabling reverse is a hang over from the old days when the function just was not available.. I don't personally see it as unsporting to have reverse, just because someone else has decided to fit a top end ESC without it..
Anyway I'll leave it on for the moment cos that what Antz is used to, it helps him spend a little more time on the track!!!!!
C U tonight..
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Post by Jazzler on Aug 19, 2009 10:15:37 GMT
Thats fair enough.. I dont think its unsporting either, just can cause confusion if a car spins out in front of you and reverses..Possibly when your trying to avoid them.
To be honest, as long as its used sensibly then I can't see there being any problems. If it means more track time then do it.. Just beware if competing in big meetings like SLCC, where people would be likely to kick up.
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Post by Simon Crabb on Aug 19, 2009 10:32:43 GMT
It's pretty much assumed these days that in serious racing no-one has reverse.
Many clubs and race series specifically state that reverse shouldn't be used, mainly as it's dangerous to reverse into the path of an oncoming car, and marshalls don't know who's got reverse and who's not.
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Post by Dave Chamberlain on Aug 19, 2009 11:40:05 GMT
Looks like it's a BRCA rule..
I'll be turning it off soon then!
Thanks for the lesson guys...
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Post by Jazzler on Aug 19, 2009 12:01:07 GMT
Looks like it's a BRCA rule.. I'll be turning it off soon then! Thanks for the lesson guys... No worries, wasn't having a dig, just wanted to make you aware. Anyway, back on subject.. Weather's looking great for tonight. Cars ready to go straight away as I can struggle to arrive on time from work sometimes. If i'm late can you just book me in for 13.5 please Dave, and I'll just pay & play whenever I get there. |
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Post by Dave Chamberlain on Aug 19, 2009 14:04:55 GMT
No problem mate,
13.5 it is..
Just finished the 17.5 install on Antz cyclone.. What a mission, far to much cable.. You should have seen his face when I started to cut up the wires!!
Anyway weather track side is stunning!!!
I've got to stop off to pick up some fuel for da genny but still should be at the track for around 4pm..
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Post by Jazzler on Aug 19, 2009 14:16:58 GMT
LOL, at least his dad's a pro at soldering.. Now if my dad started cutting the wires on my speedo... then I'd be worried. ;D
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Post by Dave Chamberlain on Aug 19, 2009 21:50:21 GMT
Thanks to all for a good evening's racing... didin't think we'd get 4 rounds in but we just managed it!! Apologies for the Ansmann & stock issues with transponder numbers, still not sure what happend... With almost all the stock action now at 13.5 we might have to offer the 17.5 boyz the chance to play Anzzzmann style!!! Also just need to say a big thanks to all who helped out Antz with time & bitzz.. he will be PM'ing you to sort out what we need to return / replace... Damm those pins!!! Looking forward to Sunday & fine weather with some excellent club racing among good friends |
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Post by mattsedgley on Aug 19, 2009 22:41:36 GMT
many thanks for a great meeting, i loved having 9 in prostock it was briliant, appologies to mark for clipping him in the 3rd run.. little quick on the gas on my part.. oops...
thanks to Jamie, and les for some really close racing along with all of the others for taking part!
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