Redneck29 Posted January 6, 2012 Share Posted January 6, 2012 would it not just be as easy once we have a reg groupe to just swap phone numbers, and once we have had more meets ill be thinking about starting a mini website for us, just so we can show off cars, general info and vids etc, we may evan get more people want to join us as no every one uses fourms. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Evmk Posted January 6, 2012 Share Posted January 6, 2012 would it not just be as easy once we have a reg groupe to just swap phone numbers, and once we have had more meets ill be thinking about starting a mini website for us, just so we can show off cars, general info and vids etc, we may evan get more people want to join us as no every one uses fourms. The funny part is, I just found the app for my phone lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redneck29 Posted January 6, 2012 Share Posted January 6, 2012 i have 4 screens full of apps on my phone lol, im not adding more, have we decided weather its gona be the 15th or 16th, as i can do either.....or is it down to the weather? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Evmk Posted January 6, 2012 Share Posted January 6, 2012 Well im easy, prob best to wait for weather report though! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redneck29 Posted January 6, 2012 Share Posted January 6, 2012 (edited) Well im easy, prob best to wait for weather report though! agree im hopeing its the 15th as my wife wants to come, fingers crossed that my V-dub beetle shell is here in time and fitted, btw has any one got any thick mounting posts thay dont need as to fit the v-dub shell ill need to mount some posts on the rear part of the cage?? Edited January 6, 2012 by Redneck29 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stretch Posted January 6, 2012 Author Share Posted January 6, 2012 weekend is 14th/15th any preferences? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redneck29 Posted January 6, 2012 Share Posted January 6, 2012 15th, coz my wife can come but i can do either if the mojorty picks the 14th Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TobyH Posted January 6, 2012 Share Posted January 6, 2012 15th is fine with me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TobyH Posted January 6, 2012 Share Posted January 6, 2012 Well had my first go with the Vantage. Wow! That was great fun. Not used to the wheel type Tx, but slowly getting there. Tyre grip on the grass is pretty high and caused a couple of roll overs, guess that will improve as the tyres wear (and I work out how to drive it properly!!). Certainly quick enough for me at the moment! Think the suspension is a bit soft, but once I get the oil I'll re-fill the shocks to get rid of the air in them which may help some. I've also bought some 40wt to try too as I read a review that this works better. Other than that, oh and the rear spoiler took a beating and now has a new shape, I'm loving this buggy!! Can't wait to try out some other surfaces. Now where did I put the jet wash....(kidding!) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TobyH Posted January 6, 2012 Share Posted January 6, 2012 Just stripped it down for a clean and already found the front suspension mount has a crack/split. Not a good start.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stretch Posted January 6, 2012 Author Share Posted January 6, 2012 glad you like it make was it quicker than you thought then? oh dear first breakages always a nightmare, did you go to Needham Lake? if so where abouts? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TobyH Posted January 6, 2012 Share Posted January 6, 2012 Having seen some vids its about as quick as I expected, controlling that speed is another matter though I'm certainly not in a rush to go faster yet without some other bits doing/tweaking. Have ordered the carbon suspension mounts, whether they're any good or not I don't know, we'll see. Yes Needham Lake. Went to the area where they do the boot sale. LOADS of room, but not much in the way of hilly/jumpy bits, though where the gravel bits are between the grass bits there are some lumps which got me about 6" of air. Perfect spot for some practice though. Going to have a look around locally to see whether I can find anywhere suitable for some bashing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RooBoonix Posted January 6, 2012 Share Posted January 6, 2012 what car is it mate? the FTX? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Evmk Posted January 6, 2012 Share Posted January 6, 2012 Having seen some vids its about as quick as I expected, controlling that speed is another matter though I'm certainly not in a rush to go faster yet without some other bits doing/tweaking. Have ordered the carbon suspension mounts, whether they're any good or not I don't know, we'll see. Yes Needham Lake. Went to the area where they do the boot sale. LOADS of room, but not much in the way of hilly/jumpy bits, though where the gravel bits are between the grass bits there are some lumps which got me about 6" of air. Perfect spot for some practice though. Going to have a look around locally to see whether I can find anywhere suitable for some bashing. I keep saying this, if you want to bash This is the spot! Lol Addison Way, Great Blakenham, Suffolk IP6 http://m.google.co.uk/u/m/dD5LFP I love it there, I go about 3 times a week lol perfect for a bash Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TobyH Posted January 6, 2012 Share Posted January 6, 2012 what car is it mate? the FTX? FTX Vantage Brushless. I keep saying this, if you want to bash This is the spot! Lol Addison Way, Great Blakenham, Suffolk IP6 http://m.google.co.uk/u/m/dD5LFP I love it there, I go about 3 times a week lol perfect for a bash Definitely want to go there, especially as its not too far away. Might have a look sat pm.... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TobyH Posted January 6, 2012 Share Posted January 6, 2012 Just had another look at the map and it looks pretty easy to get to from me, about 10min away. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RooBoonix Posted January 6, 2012 Share Posted January 6, 2012 if you buy the new part then i would recommend boiling it in water, boil for about an hour and let it cool in the water, it will make it more flexible and resistant to crashes! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Evmk Posted January 6, 2012 Share Posted January 6, 2012 Well I will also be there tomorrow but I just don't know what time, more likely to be lunch time as my mate is coming with me and bringing his truggy :-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TobyH Posted January 6, 2012 Share Posted January 6, 2012 if you buy the new part then i would recommend boiling it in water, boil for about an hour and let it cool in the water, it will make it more flexible and resistant to crashes! They're carbon fibre so won't be boiling it but I know what you mean! I had actually just boiled the original parts, it wasn't until I was about to put them back on that I saw the damage... Well I will also be there tomorrow but I just don't know what time, more likely to be lunch time as my mate is coming with me and bringing his truggy :-) I've got an opticians appointment till about 11:30 then getting hair cut back in Hadleigh so won't be there till about 1-2pm. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stretch Posted January 6, 2012 Author Share Posted January 6, 2012 15th is good for me, I can bring a ramp as well and a video camera Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RooBoonix Posted January 6, 2012 Share Posted January 6, 2012 carbon will snap easier.... your better off with plastic mate, but my all means try the carbon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Evmk Posted January 6, 2012 Share Posted January 6, 2012 They're carbon fibre so won't be boiling it but I know what you mean! I had actually just boiled the original parts, it wasn't until I was about to put them back on that I saw the damage... I've got an opticians appointment till about 11:30 then getting hair cut back in Hadleigh so won't be there till about 1-2pm. Chances are, I will still be there lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TobyH Posted January 7, 2012 Share Posted January 7, 2012 carbon will snap easier.... your better off with plastic mate, but my all means try the carbon If its proper carbon fibre it is incredibly difficult to snap, but what it can do is de-laminate. Really depends on the quality of the manufacturing process. Guess we'll see as my driving won't have improved that but by the time I get them!! Chances are, I will still be there lol Watch out for the chap with the erratic driving!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redneck29 Posted January 7, 2012 Share Posted January 7, 2012 we may have a +1 with us at are next meet, i bumped into a old skool friend, he was running a sad looking savvy on hollywells park so i told him about are meets and i have to ring him once the date is set Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stretch Posted January 7, 2012 Author Share Posted January 7, 2012 well done mate the more the merrier Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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