wanted info on yokomo mr-4tc

[mikef350]

hi all

just picked a yokomo MR-4TC for when i come to the race meets,and was woundering if any of you guys no if it will be any good to start with(as i am new to raceing) and where can i get hop-ups and spares from

[Jules]

Our local shop (that attends every meeting), will no doubt sort you out!!!

[Preacher Man]

yes mike
good starting car i have two still and one is due to come out of retirement again very soon looking forward to meeting you at louth


dave fiddling

[mikef350]

cool cheers guys.

I also looking forward to meeting you all, it will be great to have a pop at raceing with like minded people.

Its a shame i dont drive as I would be there every week but i will try my best to purswade the mrs to come sit there for 4 hours while i have fun:D

So so far I have the yokomo with a 23t motor,nosram hawk esc,and i have been cycleing all my old batts as well as purchaseing a few new ones,this lot should be upto the job shuldnt it guys?:D

Do I have to bring chargers etc?if so is there plug socketc etc or is it 12v car battery job?

cheers

mike

[Rich D]

Hi Mike

Theres normally a socket spare to use. Most people at the club run either 15.5 or 13.5 brushless systems. Failing that 27T stock brushed motors. Cells will be fine. As for gearing, im afraid i cant advise on that one, best bring it along and try it. Theres a model shop on site for bits and bobs and a tuck shop for your Mrs to get herself a cuppa. The only thing you will need are a set of schuey narrow yellow minpin tyres with 21mm rims - these are available from the shop on site.

Cheers

[mikef350]

oh rite so i carnt use my own tyres?how much are thoose wheel/tre combo's that you are talking about rich

Due to me looseing my job last sept iam pretty skint at the moment so i think this raceing lark is going to have to take a back burner for a while.:'(

[Preacher Man]

dont worry about correct tyres and motors for first visit i'm sure you will be ok to race to see how you get on.
as rick says mains power is usually available but the club prefers it if you supply you own (12v car battery) this must be kept in leakproof container so safety purposes (usually a kiddies plastic toy box is quite acceptable)

if you need any more info please keep posting !!!;)

regards Dave

[Rich D]

oh rite so i carnt use my own tyres?how much are thoose wheel/tre combo's that you are talking about rich

Due to me looseing my job last sept iam pretty skint at the moment so i think this raceing lark is going to have to take a back burner for a while.:'(


Didnt say you cant use your own tyres but your sure gonna get fed up if all you can do is 360 degree spins on the spot cos you have got the wrong tyres on. Its polished wood we race on Mike. Tyres arent dear, £12 a set and they will last 3 or 4 weeks if you look after them or 2 weeks if you hammer them.
Pop over for a brew and to watch and you`ll see what its all about :)

[mikef350]

yer will do :)

[mikef350]

my mate has offered me a carson 12t brushless system for my old tamiya ta-01 pilot cosworth,before i go through with the deal can any of you guys tell me if it will be ok to use this system?

preacher man-thanks for the words mate,although i dont whant to be one of thoose guys who has all the gear and no idea lol i dont whant to be the only one stuck in the dark ages also.

my plan is to come along this fri just to watch you guys in action and try get a feel for it,and also bring my car with the spares that i got with it and if some one could help me with a pinion and spur gear choice that would be great.

will i be able to get hold of a set of body mounts for my mr-4tc from the model shop in store?and does this models shop have a website?

thanks

[Rich D]

Dont do any swopping yet Mike. Long term, i`ll stick my neck on the line and say that your 12T brushless sytem isnt going to be suitable. Like Dave says, we dont turn away new members if they turn up with the wrong gear. Stick with your brushed system to begin with, theres still a few people who run them ( 27T ). Dont worry about it for the first week or two though.

The classes at Louth are 15.5/17.5 brushless and 27T brushed together ( Club class )

or

13.5 Brushless

The track really isnt big enough to warrant anything quicker. You just end up spinning the tyres and wearing them out more quickly.

The shop doesnt have a website but he`s able to order you anything that you need as hes got accounts with all the importers. Give him a ring 01507 602149, his name is Pete and hes there every week.

[mikef350]

ok rich cheers fella.best save me pennies for a 27stock motor then to be honest i will be happy with sticking with that as i just whant to use my models with like minded folk (gets boreing on my own) not be the next rc world champ :D

i see that you are into your tamiya models rich,have you got any left?

[Rich D]

Haha - yeah ive got one or two left Mike.

27T will be fine so dont worry about it. I`ll have a dig around in the garage and might even have one you can have for the cost of a cup of tea. If i find one i`ll bring it Friday. No warranty though ;)

Save your money for the wheels and tyres then you are good to go. Correct tyres are essential not a luxury :)

[Preacher Man]

Mike welcome ,
yeah Rich has one or two tamiyas may be a slight understatement he now supplies tamiya when tamiya have run out:D:D

we are looking forward to meeting you and welcoming you to our band of enthusiasts (saddos!):D
as you have said try not to run before you walk we all will help you if we can i have an MR4TC so will bring wheels and tyres so you can at least have a go.

best wishes Dave and Stuntmonkey Mitch;)

[mikef350]

thanks alot guys am getting all excitied now:D

rich if have a spare 27stock that would be great:D

[lapped-again]

Hey guys

Hi Mike and welcome to lrccc, if you are in need of a 27t stock motor i have a spare you may use. You will find our club very friendly with more than enough racers willing to give help and advice not only on here but at track side as well, come along on Friday (weather permitting) and find out what we are all about,

Regards
Dave

[Rich D]

The gaffer has spoken :cool: ;)

Ive got a motor for him FOC Dave so save yours if you like

[mikef350]

WOW! I carnt beleave the karma on here cheers guys its much appreciated.

i carnt give any thing back to you all but i certainly can get there on doors opening and help set up this friday :D

mike

[Jules]

Yep, we're a friendly bunch!

cheers

J

[lapped-again]

Yep, we're a friendly bunch!

cheers

J

Well most of the time lol

[mikef350]

:):):)

[mikef350]

is there any chance you all can where name badges on friday so i no who is who hahahahaha :D

[Jules]

Well most of the time lol

Ain't that the truth...

:p

[mikef350]

hi all

i am back with more newbie questions lol :D

is 14 Gauge Silicone Wire a good wire to use in gereral? e.g on motors etc.i no that the thicker the wire the better the result but can you go too thick?

and how do you measure the length of a body shell so it will fit my yokomo?is it wheel nut to wheel nut?if so mine is 260mm and there doesnt seem to be any 260mm shells around

thanks

mike

[Jules]

Hi Mike,

Bodyshells are measured by width. I would recommend sticking to tried and tested race oriented shells such as the Protoform Mazda Speed 6 etc. Avoid 'scale' looking shells such as Dodge Vipers, Lamborghinis etc. They just don't work for racing.

Regarding sizing of polycarbonate shells, the norm for 1/10 touring cars is 190mm measured across the width. Most RC shell manufacturers conform to this standard. Be careful you don't pick up a 200mm shell - usually designed for I.C. (nitro engine) cars.

14 gauge wire is relatively standard for motor and speed controller wiring. Again, look for the good quality 'silicon' types, specifically designed with RC use in mind.

I'm worried we're overloading you with information here! My advice would be to come on over, have a go and then you'll have a much better idea of what we're about.

Who knows, you might be the next Rich Drury.... ;)

Cheers

Julian

[mikef350]

hi jules

dont worry about overloading fella its sinking in lol,i have sold the last of my vintage models so thats why iam asking all theese questions so i can source and turn up with a half decent set up to start with and if it doesnt work out,wel i will have a realy good basher to use with my lads and there tt-01's lol.

i will be comeing this friday to watch and see how it all works.

bought a few metres worth of silicone 14gauge wire so sorted with that

[Jules]

TBH, the TT01 would be absolutely fine - My lad raced his for ages until Santa brought him something a little more bling...

cheers

J

[Rich D]

Who knows, you might be the next Rich Drury.... ;)

Cheers

Julian


You`re making me blush Jules :D :o

xx

;)

[mikef350]

yer it whont be long and rich can be my wing man haha:D:D

rich iam a subscribed member of tamiya club so if i can assist in any way of your retro trades just let me no :)

[Rich D]

Cheers Mike. I just restore one at a time as i prefer to fiddle with such things than to sit melting my brain with EastEnders or such like. Ive got about all the cars i want for now although i have just treated myself to a vintage CAT XLS to restore :D

Completed ones are here if you wanted a look :)

http://www.tamiyaclub.com/showroom.asp?id=27923

Oh, i must add that Jules takes the credit for the fiddly painting jobs !!

[mikef350]

oh i see,yer i have noticed your models before but only just twig'd on that it was you.:D:)

great collection fella :D

[mikef350]

Here we go again :'( :)

I bought a futaba megatech 3pm-fm steerwheel type radio set yesturday on 40mhz fm and was wundering if any one no's where i can buy a box or something with a bit of a selection of differnt x-tals?

And when i am selecting x-tals does it matter what the second part of the number says? as long as the first digits say 40mhz

mike

[mickyb]

Haha - yeah ive got one or two left Mike.

27T will be fine so dont worry about it. I`ll have a dig around in the garage and might even have one you can have for the cost of a cup of tea. If i find one i`ll bring it Friday. No warranty though ;)

Save your money for the wheels and tyres then you are good to go. Correct tyres are essential not a luxury :)

Hi Mike
Just another thought. In common with most clubs LRCCC let members selling their unwanted kit Post it on the wall at race meetings. At any one time there may be complete cars down to motors and other bits & pieces at bargain prices. So as Rich says don’t rush into buying stuff straight away. Save it for the tyres.
MickyB

[mikef350]

Hi Mike
Just another thought. In common with most clubs LRCCC let members selling their unwanted kit Post it on the wall at race meetings. At any one time there may be complete cars down to motors and other bits & pieces at bargain prices. So as Rich says don’t rush into buying stuff straight away. Save it for the tyres.
MickyB

Hi mate

I no what your saying fella but i just carnt help my self lol :) iam almost kitted out now any way.Short of tyres and a 12v car battery i kitted out (i think) is there any members from brigg/scunthorpe area?