Stock Buggy
This was my 1st series race with my new stock buggy. Everything was basically new expect for the ESC! I also had new power, a Fantom IONv5 Works Ed 17.5 motor (D4 short stack) and MurfDogg 4400mah shorty battery. For round 1 I used some old dirt webs, which were fast, but my car was a touch loose.
For round 2 I used my Electrons. I had more grip, but was a tad slower.
I ended up qualifying in the 6th spot in the A. At least I was in the A, but I need to qualify in the top 5 to make sure I don't get bumped out. I went with the Electrons again, figuring that the track would have less grip, by the time the Stock Buggy A is run, as it's always the last race of the night, and I wanted a car which was easy to drive. My gamble paid off as I quickly moved up the grid as others made mistakes. I eventually took the lead, but was taken out by the step up, when my car had a bad takeoff. I didn't need a marshal, but the tumble allowed the 2nd place car by. On the last lap I tangled with the leader when he shot out in front of me after crashing. Luckily I only dropped to 3rd, but I really needed a win to move up in the points.
13.5 Truck
I've been working on the setup of my truck for a few weeks now and it's been getting better every time. My last change was to stiffen up the shock oil, to keep the chassis from bucking. It drove much better, but had a slight push on my Electrons.
I made a rear roll center change, taking out 1mm. My fast lap dropped to a 19.0, but my race time was the same.
In the main, I followed Chim around for most of the race. But, a roll over for him in the final minute allowed me to take 2nd.
Series Points after 4 races
Stock Buggy- I'm 3rd in the points. I could really use a win, but everyone is so fast!
13.5 Truck- I'm also 3rd in truck. I could also use a win in this class.
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