http://www.grampianrcc.co.uk/forum/ Mon, 13 Feb 2012 08:10:05 +0000 MyBB http://www.grampianrcc.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=502 Sat, 11 Feb 2012 08:07:59 +0000 http://www.grampianrcc.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=502 Peter here just to say not to expect the round 6 results on the forum any time soon because guess who has the computer.(we do) and if you didn't already know we aren't at one with the computing world.]]> Peter here just to say not to expect the round 6 results on the forum any time soon because guess who has the computer.(we do) and if you didn't already know we aren't at one with the computing world.]]> http://www.grampianrcc.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=501 Thu, 09 Feb 2012 18:29:37 +0000 http://www.grampianrcc.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=501
after reading peters post about the new xray geared diff it got me thinking, i understand the principles of how diffs work and that but my question is when driving the car on track how do you know when the diff is slipping, so basically what physically does the car do to give away that the diff is slipping ( if that makes any sense)

any help would be appreciated

regards
chris]]>
after reading peters post about the new xray geared diff it got me thinking, i understand the principles of how diffs work and that but my question is when driving the car on track how do you know when the diff is slipping, so basically what physically does the car do to give away that the diff is slipping ( if that makes any sense)

any help would be appreciated

regards
chris]]> http://www.grampianrcc.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=500 Sat, 04 Feb 2012 18:18:42 +0000 http://www.grampianrcc.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=500 After doing some looking about online i found grcc club and thought id pop up on sunday to see whats what my Q is what kind of standard of tc would i need to race their? i have 1 tamiey 4wd tc and a hpi sprint gti car both not running but thought id ask to see if 1 they would be any use and 2 if what should i get to get the car to a reasonbale standard? motor,esc,batterys type stuff.
thanks for any help scott.]]> After doing some looking about online i found grcc club and thought id pop up on sunday to see whats what my Q is what kind of standard of tc would i need to race their? i have 1 tamiey 4wd tc and a hpi sprint gti car both not running but thought id ask to see if 1 they would be any use and 2 if what should i get to get the car to a reasonbale standard? motor,esc,batterys type stuff.
thanks for any help scott.]]> http://www.grampianrcc.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=499 Fri, 03 Feb 2012 20:00:08 +0000 http://www.grampianrcc.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=499 Peter here, just got the latest issue of Radio Controled Car Racer. I was quite interested in the review of the new Xray T3 12. I noticed that one of the main differencs between the T3 11 and the T3 12 was the rear geared differential on the T3 12 as to the T3 11's ball differential. Why would Xray have fitted a geared diff to the new car and what advantages would this give to the performance of the car. (P.S someone please respond)]]> Peter here, just got the latest issue of Radio Controled Car Racer. I was quite interested in the review of the new Xray T3 12. I noticed that one of the main differencs between the T3 11 and the T3 12 was the rear geared differential on the T3 12 as to the T3 11's ball differential. Why would Xray have fitted a geared diff to the new car and what advantages would this give to the performance of the car. (P.S someone please respond)]]> http://www.grampianrcc.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=498 Tue, 31 Jan 2012 21:40:18 +0000 http://www.grampianrcc.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=498 I'm brand new to RC cars and need lots of help. I am a technology teacher and run a young engineers club and wish to start doing RC with cars as a club activity. The intention is to build cars and learn about RC with the club members. I need some advice about what kit to get and how to get the best out of the activity.
Hope you can help.

Dave]]> I'm brand new to RC cars and need lots of help. I am a technology teacher and run a young engineers club and wish to start doing RC with cars as a club activity. The intention is to build cars and learn about RC with the club members. I need some advice about what kit to get and how to get the best out of the activity.
Hope you can help.

Dave]]> http://www.grampianrcc.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=497 Tue, 31 Jan 2012 09:59:53 +0000 http://www.grampianrcc.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=497
Just a reminder that it is Round 6 of the GRCC 2011-2012 championship this Sunday at Newtonhilll.

There are 5 rounds left this winter season.


We will try and run 4 rounds of qualifying and 1 final for everyone.

We have the hall 10am to 3pm, and usually get access around 09:45 to get setup.

Any questions, feel free to post here.

Hope to see you on Sunday,

Marc]]>
Just a reminder that it is Round 6 of the GRCC 2011-2012 championship this Sunday at Newtonhilll.

There are 5 rounds left this winter season.


We will try and run 4 rounds of qualifying and 1 final for everyone.

We have the hall 10am to 3pm, and usually get access around 09:45 to get setup.

Any questions, feel free to post here.

Hope to see you on Sunday,

Marc]]> http://www.grampianrcc.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=496 Sun, 29 Jan 2012 20:36:00 +0000 http://www.grampianrcc.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=496 http://www.oople.com/forums/showthread.php?t=91939

cant mind who but someone on the grcc2 team was looking for one of these....

hope it helps lol]]> http://www.oople.com/forums/showthread.php?t=91939

cant mind who but someone on the grcc2 team was looking for one of these....

hope it helps lol]]> http://www.grampianrcc.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=495 Sun, 29 Jan 2012 12:21:51 +0000 http://www.grampianrcc.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=495
I look forward to seeing anyone there.]]>
I look forward to seeing anyone there.]]> http://www.grampianrcc.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=494 Sat, 21 Jan 2012 18:04:41 +0000 http://www.grampianrcc.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=494
Just trying to contact everyone and let them know. The Shetland guys are having problems with the ferry, so to try to accomodate them, we have decided to change our booking with the hall. Instead of 10am-3pm we will now be in the hall 12-5pm.

Any issues, let me know.

Sorry for the late notice, but since they are making the effort to come, we thought this was best.

Marc]]>
Just trying to contact everyone and let them know. The Shetland guys are having problems with the ferry, so to try to accomodate them, we have decided to change our booking with the hall. Instead of 10am-3pm we will now be in the hall 12-5pm.

Any issues, let me know.

Sorry for the late notice, but since they are making the effort to come, we thought this was best.

Marc]]> http://www.grampianrcc.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=493 Fri, 20 Jan 2012 09:42:36 +0000 http://www.grampianrcc.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=493
To make things a bit slicker on Sunday, I've put down some information regarding the Endurance race below.

•We should get access to the hall between 09:30 and 09:45 (We have the hall booked 10:00 to 15:00).
•The race will start at 10:30
•There will be a quick drivers briefing before the race (mostly the content of this email)
•Each team has been allocated 2 transponders, a primary and a back up. There are also 2 "Entries" on the computer for each team, so it will count your laps with either transponder. I have tested out the transponders and cycled them 8 times so far. The batteries in the transponders you have been assigned as your primary last over 12 hours, so there should be no issues (Hopefully!!). I will test them with the timing gear on Saturday at the track setup.
•We are setting up the track on Saturday, 16:00-17:00. I will be there from 15:45. Anyone who can help, it will be much appreciated.
•There is another function on in the other hall on Saturday which will be using some of the tables, so we may have to set up a few of the tables on the Sunday. Please remember to bring a towel/cover for the tables. Each team will be assigned a pit area on the Saturday, look for the signs on the wall. An extension lead is recommended.
•All lipos must be charged in a proper lipo sack designed for this purpose. This is a BRCA requirement anyway, no exceptions.
•We will do a draw on Sunday, this is for each team's marshall position, rostrum position and race start slot.
•The race will start like a normal qualifying round. There are 6 teams, so whoever starts the race for your team will go when their number is called (as picked from the draw).
•There must be a marshall on post at all times. this can be a nominated marshall provided they are a BRCA member. Failure to marshall will result in a penalty. Each car should be treated equally, so no ignoring an opposing team's car or anything stupid like that. Marshalls should be "swapped" at the marshall position and not halfway round the hall.
•There will be a pitlane for changing over cars, transponders cannot be swapped anywhere else but in the pitlane area. When driving through the pitlane, keep the speed down. If you enter the pitlane by accident, keep the speed down, drive through and rejoin.
•There will be someone on race control most of the time throughout the race, who will be checking to ensure all cars are counting. The computer also "beeps" when a car crosses the line, so keep a listen out to ensure your teams car is counting.
•Last one- the track has been designed to be reasonably open, if a faster car comes up behind you, its in both your interests to let that car past, likewise if you are one of the quicker cars, be patient. There is a mixture of abilities and no one wants it to turn into a destruction derby. Remember its an endurance race, so loosing 1 second here or there on track is nothing compared to 1 minute or so if you break your car, have to get it recovered, a team mate has to get ready etc.

I think I have covered everything but if there are any questions, let me know. Feel free to pass this on to your teams, if I haven't included them on the email (I don't have everyones email address

Looking at the teams and entries I have received, it looks like it will be a pretty close race, every team has a mixture of experienced and newcomers and I would say its pretty difficult to predict. Hopefully it will be a good event.

See you Sunday,

Regards

Marc]]>
To make things a bit slicker on Sunday, I've put down some information regarding the Endurance race below.

•We should get access to the hall between 09:30 and 09:45 (We have the hall booked 10:00 to 15:00).
•The race will start at 10:30
•There will be a quick drivers briefing before the race (mostly the content of this email)
•Each team has been allocated 2 transponders, a primary and a back up. There are also 2 "Entries" on the computer for each team, so it will count your laps with either transponder. I have tested out the transponders and cycled them 8 times so far. The batteries in the transponders you have been assigned as your primary last over 12 hours, so there should be no issues (Hopefully!!). I will test them with the timing gear on Saturday at the track setup.
•We are setting up the track on Saturday, 16:00-17:00. I will be there from 15:45. Anyone who can help, it will be much appreciated.
•There is another function on in the other hall on Saturday which will be using some of the tables, so we may have to set up a few of the tables on the Sunday. Please remember to bring a towel/cover for the tables. Each team will be assigned a pit area on the Saturday, look for the signs on the wall. An extension lead is recommended.
•All lipos must be charged in a proper lipo sack designed for this purpose. This is a BRCA requirement anyway, no exceptions.
•We will do a draw on Sunday, this is for each team's marshall position, rostrum position and race start slot.
•The race will start like a normal qualifying round. There are 6 teams, so whoever starts the race for your team will go when their number is called (as picked from the draw).
•There must be a marshall on post at all times. this can be a nominated marshall provided they are a BRCA member. Failure to marshall will result in a penalty. Each car should be treated equally, so no ignoring an opposing team's car or anything stupid like that. Marshalls should be "swapped" at the marshall position and not halfway round the hall.
•There will be a pitlane for changing over cars, transponders cannot be swapped anywhere else but in the pitlane area. When driving through the pitlane, keep the speed down. If you enter the pitlane by accident, keep the speed down, drive through and rejoin.
•There will be someone on race control most of the time throughout the race, who will be checking to ensure all cars are counting. The computer also "beeps" when a car crosses the line, so keep a listen out to ensure your teams car is counting.
•Last one- the track has been designed to be reasonably open, if a faster car comes up behind you, its in both your interests to let that car past, likewise if you are one of the quicker cars, be patient. There is a mixture of abilities and no one wants it to turn into a destruction derby. Remember its an endurance race, so loosing 1 second here or there on track is nothing compared to 1 minute or so if you break your car, have to get it recovered, a team mate has to get ready etc.

I think I have covered everything but if there are any questions, let me know. Feel free to pass this on to your teams, if I haven't included them on the email (I don't have everyones email address

Looking at the teams and entries I have received, it looks like it will be a pretty close race, every team has a mixture of experienced and newcomers and I would say its pretty difficult to predict. Hopefully it will be a good event.

See you Sunday,

Regards

Marc]]> http://www.grampianrcc.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=492 Sat, 14 Jan 2012 14:11:25 +0000 http://www.grampianrcc.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=492 Still looking for a few more GRCC drivers to make 2 teams.

If you want to race, post here, or send me an email/PM.

Marc]]> Still looking for a few more GRCC drivers to make 2 teams.

If you want to race, post here, or send me an email/PM.

Marc]]> http://www.grampianrcc.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=491 Fri, 13 Jan 2012 15:11:09 +0000 http://www.grampianrcc.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=491
Just a heads up for anyone looking to buy kit (or know of someone wanting to start up) that I have various pieces of kit that I am looking to sell.

Main items.

B44.1 - Only a few months old and excellent condition, c/w pro painted shell, extra springs, anti roll bar kits. RPM Balljoints, and spare shock towers. £sold


Fusion Exceed 6.5T Motor and Speedo - Sensored, and c.w Programmer. Works very well and used in my 2wd all original soldering. £sold

Used Novak GTB speedo. Bought 2nd hand - Not used by me. But in excellent condition. £45.00 including postage.


Core 2.4Ghz Stick Radio c/w Receiver. Good for starter package. Didnt cost me much new so £sold


Respond via here on pm.
Cheers
David]]>
Just a heads up for anyone looking to buy kit (or know of someone wanting to start up) that I have various pieces of kit that I am looking to sell.

Main items.

B44.1 - Only a few months old and excellent condition, c/w pro painted shell, extra springs, anti roll bar kits. RPM Balljoints, and spare shock towers. £sold


Fusion Exceed 6.5T Motor and Speedo - Sensored, and c.w Programmer. Works very well and used in my 2wd all original soldering. £sold

Used Novak GTB speedo. Bought 2nd hand - Not used by me. But in excellent condition. £45.00 including postage.


Core 2.4Ghz Stick Radio c/w Receiver. Good for starter package. Didnt cost me much new so £sold


Respond via here on pm.
Cheers
David]]> http://www.grampianrcc.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=489 Mon, 09 Jan 2012 20:59:20 +0000 http://www.grampianrcc.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=489
Dom should be credited with the A-final win, due to the last corner "incident" but there doesn't appear to be anyway to retrospectively alter results. It doesn't affect the championship due to the way the points are allocated (doesn't count non members).

Marc]]>
Dom should be credited with the A-final win, due to the last corner "incident" but there doesn't appear to be anyway to retrospectively alter results. It doesn't affect the championship due to the way the points are allocated (doesn't count non members).

Marc]]> http://www.grampianrcc.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=488 Thu, 05 Jan 2012 00:20:58 +0000 http://www.grampianrcc.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=488
thanks gavin]]>
thanks gavin]]> http://www.grampianrcc.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=487 Sat, 31 Dec 2011 12:34:42 +0000 http://www.grampianrcc.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=487 I got some great news yesterday, I have won the prize draw on the modelsport website forum Clicky so it is in the post and should be here this coming week, be great to have something to take out and have a good bash around between the racing meets

anyway just thought I would share the good news with everyone

Happy new year and see you at the next race (fingerscrossed)]]> I got some great news yesterday, I have won the prize draw on the modelsport website forum Clicky so it is in the post and should be here this coming week, be great to have something to take out and have a good bash around between the racing meets

anyway just thought I would share the good news with everyone

Happy new year and see you at the next race (fingerscrossed)]]> http://www.grampianrcc.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=486 Sun, 25 Dec 2011 06:07:05 +0000 http://www.grampianrcc.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=486 ]]> ]]> http://www.grampianrcc.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=485 Thu, 22 Dec 2011 13:07:52 +0000 http://www.grampianrcc.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=485
Please see this link:

http://www.oople.com/forums/showthread.php?t=79192

How about GRCC holding a round? The last meeting in Ayr had over 50 cars and was great fun. I think it would be a great to see a club in the North East support the grass roots of our sport and hold a round in the new year some time ]]>
Please see this link:

http://www.oople.com/forums/showthread.php?t=79192

How about GRCC holding a round? The last meeting in Ayr had over 50 cars and was great fun. I think it would be a great to see a club in the North East support the grass roots of our sport and hold a round in the new year some time ]]> http://www.grampianrcc.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=484 Wed, 21 Dec 2011 19:15:11 +0000 http://www.grampianrcc.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=484
Regards

Marc

Edited to add Mardave results.]]>
Regards

Marc

Edited to add Mardave results.]]> http://www.grampianrcc.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=483 Wed, 21 Dec 2011 11:02:18 +0000 http://www.grampianrcc.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=483
Details available at the link below, including links and details on where to buy a kit with everything needed to start racing in 1 box...

http://www.sdrcc.co.uk/pits/racing%20cla...c%20class/

The car in the kit will be ideal to race at GRCC also, the only thing which will need changing will be the gear ratio. I can advise if needs be.

Marc]]>
Details available at the link below, including links and details on where to buy a kit with everything needed to start racing in 1 box...

http://www.sdrcc.co.uk/pits/racing%20cla...c%20class/

The car in the kit will be ideal to race at GRCC also, the only thing which will need changing will be the gear ratio. I can advise if needs be.

Marc]]> http://www.grampianrcc.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=481 Fri, 16 Dec 2011 10:46:41 +0000 http://www.grampianrcc.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=481
What I am wondering is what size jumps and obstacles we need as I was going to make some with spare wood I have / can get from work,

I was going to make a kicker style jump and landing ramp and a speed bump style roller...

Just so I know what kinda size to make them]]>
What I am wondering is what size jumps and obstacles we need as I was going to make some with spare wood I have / can get from work,

I was going to make a kicker style jump and landing ramp and a speed bump style roller...

Just so I know what kinda size to make them]]>