<-- forum n00b


Howdy,

Got an e-maxx back in December...now I'm going through the upgrade process (don't we all). The goal I've set for my e-maxx is to run 50mph (long straight only) on the off-road track where I run/practice (and now race, as of last Saturday...racing wasn't in the plan, yet...totally different Oprah). DNF'd, btw...refer to the aforementioned Oprah remark.


Part of the acceleration formula is the mass of the vehicle. After all, what's 50mph if it takes the entire straight to get there?
As I begin to lighten my maxx to improve acceleration I believe the chassis is a great place to lose a few ounces and gain a lower CG for stability. The CG is a no-brainer, but losing weight and maintaining strength are important. I've noticed the chassis doesn't seem to take a beating similar to all the flanges that hang out (and break)...like the suspension arms and body posts. The flanges absorb most of the energy...so I'll probably leave them stock and continue to purchase extra parts everytime I'm at the hobby store.

My requirement is to drop weight, gain stability, and be able to finish a race. So will the carbon fiber G2 x-brace chassis get me closer to my goal w/o creating a large and expensive break point?

It (the G2-CF) seems to meet the weight requirement. The lower CG for the batteries and motor(s)/tranny have great appeal. What about the x-brace (aluminum) backbone? Will it handle a large jump if you land (slam!) the peak of the last jump on a triple? Am I at risk of ruining matched gp3300's by setting them closer to the ground on a carbon fiber platform?

Finally, when I go to LiPo, is there enough platform space to keep LiPo packs safe? Is there a link to G2 dimensions?


thx!