5 tips to stop LOSING races!!

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  • @hyster16t
    @hyster16t 3 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    Driving consistently is my biggest hurdle 😬

  • @billdixon823
    @billdixon823 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.
    Or the 5p’s
    Proper preparation prevents poor performance

  • @b-mainrc6262
    @b-mainrc6262 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nerves LOL. The minute the timing system or the race director announces my name CRASH!!! And in the worst possible spot on the track!!! 😂🤣🤦🏻‍♂️

  • @waynekerr67
    @waynekerr67 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Run with a buddy, or buddies. That was the biggest thing for me. When I can run a session the same length as the heat / main and still not need to marshal, I'm ready to race mentally.

    • @Stewpkiddable
      @Stewpkiddable ปีที่แล้ว

      trying to coax my sprint car buddies into racing. they will only wanna do oval tracks though :/

  • @arthurcarvalho5421
    @arthurcarvalho5421 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Some of us get all of those right but end up taking ourselves out due to nerves. Maintaining your cool and not stressing out is big one too!

  • @jerryvolpini7987
    @jerryvolpini7987 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Some MX action would be cool! 😎

  • @colewebb333
    @colewebb333 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I need this

  • @TKommando
    @TKommando 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The only two hurdles for me getting better is finding free time, and finding an open track. Otherwise I'd be throwing down practice laps like crazy.

  • @staystoked1834
    @staystoked1834 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Ahhhh yes rayan, you have discovered the technique of stickers adding hp...😅

  • @PandorusFightStick
    @PandorusFightStick 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    love the english bull terrier! such great dogs!! miss my boy

  • @menacerc2366
    @menacerc2366 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Does he have a mullet now? Siiiiiiiick I love it

  • @bapasrcadventures3619
    @bapasrcadventures3619 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Awsome bikes you have. I am an ex dirt biker, rode for 45 years. I still get an urge to do it again. Great videos

    • @extec101
      @extec101 ปีที่แล้ว

      once a rider always a rider.

  • @jesseortega8598
    @jesseortega8598 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for the Tips and information Ryan!

  • @alanstons8072
    @alanstons8072 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love your advice and the way you deliver your videos.

  • @CoachDRC
    @CoachDRC 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice tips for the new racers in the hobby 💪🏾💯

  • @xXB.FunkXx
    @xXB.FunkXx ปีที่แล้ว

    That dog loves you bro! And your front number plate was off to ◀️. Wish i never noticed that, now I'm going to loose races for a week!

  • @RcOffroad9513
    @RcOffroad9513 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Your videos are great, and very helpful. Rc racing is tough. I have been doing it for 3 years now, and have got pretty good at my local track. I have got better because I try hard to learn what can make my race go better. Your channel has been a big help/influence! Thanks for what you do man! Keep up the great work! Is that a 450? I used to run KX80's and 125's around my neighborhood. Back when 2stroke was the thing!

    • @RyanHarrisRC
      @RyanHarrisRC  3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Awesome to hear man! The red wing in the video is my CRF250R

    • @zacbrewser
      @zacbrewser 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@RyanHarrisRC should have gotten the 450🤣

    • @tylerbates8198
      @tylerbates8198 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Two stroke still a thing!!! That sound will never get old

  • @dynasty4851
    @dynasty4851 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for the parts box!

  • @yz450rcr1
    @yz450rcr1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks Ryan for the great Videos...Excellent dBase of really great info.

  • @DF-et4gs
    @DF-et4gs 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I recognize those shelves, I just built a bunch. Very nice kits (the shelves and RCs lol)

  • @I-have-no-clue
    @I-have-no-clue 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Ryan. Thank you for this latest update. My best friend was on the Penske indy car team and told me that Penske would quote "failing to prepare is Preparing to Fail " they won indy 500 that year with little Al Jr
    Thank you watch all your videos

  • @airjordan592
    @airjordan592 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome tips, with a crisp video as usual! I don’t comment enough but it’s truly a pleasure when I get a new video notification from the channel. Keep it up brotha 🤘🏾

  • @jimmydean4444
    @jimmydean4444 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Ok ok you ride the best brand out there thats good me as well big props and the quality of videos is top shelf in my opinion man thanks for the effort.

  • @arkansasrcbomb344
    @arkansasrcbomb344 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good video and tips. Keep videos coming.

  • @jasonkessinger8062
    @jasonkessinger8062 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you for the great videos Ryan! I'm very glad you started putting more content out! I love your chill vibes and how you are always trying to help people get started in the hobby or just have more fun and get better at the same time! please keep up the great work!!

  • @TOKOLOCORC
    @TOKOLOCORC 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video and awesome tips!!

  • @lddlmurphy
    @lddlmurphy 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video, I like that consistency value. I race in the UK and have never actually seen that before, I think it could be quite useful👍Thanks

  • @zacbrewser
    @zacbrewser 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I did not know you rode! Been a long time lurker and your videos got me back into racing rc again. That and the fact that you ride dirt bikes just earned the sub

  • @jasonpowers6034
    @jasonpowers6034 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Ryan love your videos! I just got back into rc racing after 20years lol! Just so you know you have a big fan base up here in Michigan. Keep up the good work buddy.

  • @rycam418418
    @rycam418418 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Spot on with the consistency %. I’m a 40+ guy not the fastest but I get podiums because my % is say 97-98%. I’ll go conservative in spots to not crash. I’ve heard young guys who are faster complain they can’t beat me and every time that’s the case. They are in ‘send it’ mode constantly and crash and are 92%. Makes a huge difference

  • @paulpadilla5288
    @paulpadilla5288 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome video.....agreed with all of it. Been racing since the 80's....and 100% on everything. Great job.......can't wait for more....😎👍

  • @roryhaggerty7768
    @roryhaggerty7768 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    General racing tips. These are thing I keep in mind in MX

  • @stuarthayes103
    @stuarthayes103 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi Ryan love your videos any chance you could give some advice on the best tires for our track 👍🇨🇦

  • @pauledwards7739
    @pauledwards7739 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great video! Having fun is most important.

    • @RyanHarrisRC
      @RyanHarrisRC  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Agreed! If it’s not fun, we have a problem

  • @rcreviewsracingandtips375
    @rcreviewsracingandtips375 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I needed this I just got into stock 2wd sc and I recently just started dialing in my suspension and it changes everything

  • @mattyunker7049
    @mattyunker7049 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Do you think you could post a video where its like a picture in picture during a race? One shot of your car on the track and the other shot of how you're hands are working the throttle and steering, timed together. I've never seen anyone do a video like that and it would really put into perspective the finesse required to be fast!

  • @GrotrianSeiler
    @GrotrianSeiler 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Ryan, your videos are the best. Sarcastic without ever sounding sarcastic is a win to me. Great!

  • @reedcoller1377
    @reedcoller1377 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great work Ryan.

  • @fishtailfistscale8362
    @fishtailfistscale8362 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Full Disc. I typically watch half and stop it. Re Start later. Content is appreciated Mr. Harris. 🏆🥇🎥🤝

  • @Caleb.Michael
    @Caleb.Michael 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for this. I needed a reminder as its been about 10 years since I've driven an rc car/been in the hobby. Just picked up a 2020 xb4 a few weeks ago, have been practicing, and participated in a local carpet club race over the weekend, ran 4wd stock class and ended up taking home the win with a 92% consistency in the main! Along with a 92% consistency in two of the qualifiers. It was a very small class, but a great intro back into racing again!

    • @Sackmatters
      @Sackmatters 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Welcome back and nice camaro’s.

    • @Caleb.Michael
      @Caleb.Michael 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Sackmatters thanks!! So far the rc car racing has been going good with a 1st or 2nd finish at every race, the full scale car racing has not been so kind🤣

  • @PopalongRC
    @PopalongRC 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice and to the point Ryan!! Great vid👍

  • @storyracing387
    @storyracing387 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Dig the bike!

  • @RRLRC
    @RRLRC 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Weird flex but noticed a Mr. Rogers vibe in this one! 😆
    Quality tips, especially the last one- tire prep is key at our local 1/10 indoor dirt track...if you ever find yourself in the tristate area come on over to Crispy Critters Raceway in northern NJ. Friday nights we go club racing and you can join us in putting your tire prep skills to the test!

  • @zachmcconnell9971
    @zachmcconnell9971 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Come out to Hobby Action next month in Chandler, Arizona for the summer desert classic.

  • @EveryNerdsday
    @EveryNerdsday 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    @ryan Harris what are your thoughts on ceramic bearing in carpet racing cars ?

  • @Paxillop
    @Paxillop 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Something that I see a lot of people struggling on race day or qualifers is how they drive after a crash. A lot of the times after one mistake people will try to "compensate" by trying to go faster, and it mostly results in more and bigger mistakes. It's something that I have to be very careful about!

    • @extec101
      @extec101 ปีที่แล้ว

      its the mental working that is needed in that case that one mistake that need a marshall that is lost time that cant be compensated for and the only time that can be saved is the few tenths of a second that could be gained on the next guy up or the leader.
      crashing is not winning if it leads to more crashes.

    • @xXB.FunkXx
      @xXB.FunkXx ปีที่แล้ว

      🤯

  • @shaunjudkins7192
    @shaunjudkins7192 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Lots of great advise! Can't wait till the website is up and running! Hope there will be some 3x shirts and hoodies available for us bigger guys, 😊thanks

    • @RyanHarrisRC
      @RyanHarrisRC  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I’ll do my best! Thanks for the support 🤙

  • @timjuskiewicz478
    @timjuskiewicz478 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I think you have my name down better than i do!!! good job, great video..

  • @bobsbackwoodsrepair9482
    @bobsbackwoodsrepair9482 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hello, I’ve been following your page since Christmas. Once we started racing indoor. Now it’s nice out and the dirt tracks are opening up. Any chance you have experience with choosing or where to start with diff fluids, Center, front/rear? 4x is new to me and I understand the concept but not sure exactly what to look for when I do make a change. Thanks for your time!

  • @imothy
    @imothy 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm kinda cheap, and we race backyard dirt tracks here, but my tires get filled with mud/dirt after a few races and Its hard to balance them out without a bunch of work. Its expensive for me to buy new tires/rims every time this happens, but don't know if there is a thrifty way to take care of this issue and keep racing on the good tires I like!

  • @adamsrcsandadventure700
    @adamsrcsandadventure700 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Cool vid👍 what is a good heat range to stay within? E buggy

  • @TreaderBikes
    @TreaderBikes 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great Video for sure Ryan.

  • @fernandovalero8605
    @fernandovalero8605 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    My closest track is Mills pond/Coral Springs, what’s your go to tires there? I currently have Holeshots 3.0 and Posi/Electrons en route from and order. As for spare parts I have a DC roller myself what are the basic spare parts you recommend? Wife doesn’t let me splurge on parts . 🤷🏻‍♂️🤙🏼🥃

  • @natechin4036
    @natechin4036 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great vid love the content

  • @jesusherrera6016
    @jesusherrera6016 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    so my brother and I just got back into rc we were running the team associated b4.1 worlds and sc10 factory team. Although these cars are from 2013 but well taken care of after every race so there well maintained and in brand new condition. should we consider getting update to date cars or should we continue to race our cars. and yes were still fast with these old cars and always giving a good run for the updated models cars on the track.

  • @colewebb333
    @colewebb333 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Keep the uploading👍👍👍

  • @sc10rs
    @sc10rs 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    So helpful!!! 😊🤙

  • @yorkrojas1452
    @yorkrojas1452 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thanks a Million!!

  • @CONFERDATIONSNIP
    @CONFERDATIONSNIP 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    One of my biggest hurdles especially for 1/8th scale off road is still trying to figure out the pillow ball system on the AE Buggies and Truggies. But getting a setup that works best for me and how I drive

    • @extec101
      @extec101 ปีที่แล้ว

      JQ racing might be the guy you need to check out.

    • @CONFERDATIONSNIP
      @CONFERDATIONSNIP ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@extec101 might be, I just don't run 1/8th alot anyways more 10th scale onroad oriented than anything lol

    • @extec101
      @extec101 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@CONFERDATIONSNIP well JQ is relevant to that also as its still a suspension that needs to be adjusted and its the same for NEO as touring cars.

  • @wildcardjoker
    @wildcardjoker 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great info

  • @motodude1002
    @motodude1002 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Slow is fast, Consistency is key! Cant ride that edge if you keep blowing past it. Used to be my biggest issue

  • @jameswright7438
    @jameswright7438 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can you do a build video on that 8ight xt/e truggy as well?🤩🤞🏾

  • @matthewh6242
    @matthewh6242 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I had the coolest bike at the track but always came in last in 250c

    • @jimmydean4444
      @jimmydean4444 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Me to however the smile on my face while doing it.........priceless!

  • @scottdaubenspeck2291
    @scottdaubenspeck2291 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Lovin the vids bud. I started in carpet racing with the b6.2 about 5 months ago then got the 22x4 and started going to the track 4 months worth of practicing i finally put myself in a 4wd class. 1st qualifier placed 1st with the fastest and most laps. 2nd qualifier placed 3rd put me 5th in the main. finished 5th my 1st ever rc race and had the fastest lap of the night. So glad i chose to watch your vids on the 22x4. yea you race more clay but im the type that likes to make something work on something its not really designed or intended for. do you see yourself doing any kind of carpet racing? Thanks to guys like you making videos like this. BIG thumbs up.

    • @RyanHarrisRC
      @RyanHarrisRC  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Not a big carpet guy myself, but it will be in some future videos later this year for sure

  • @vaamorais
    @vaamorais 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    What pinion gears should I get for the TLR 22x-4 as a starting point? As a. starting point. I would start with the 78t spur gear and I purchased a 13.5T motor and I am not much experience driver. I am based in the UK where temps are not very high and plan to start practicing on shorter tracks.
    If anyone could give some advice that would be great.

  • @noot74
    @noot74 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey Ryan! Do you have the link for the Amazon parts box ?

  • @jameswright7438
    @jameswright7438 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Yo Ryan, you should paint ur dirt bike like ur RC bodies🔥🔥🔥#RESPECT👊🏾# love ur videos bro#Racing is LIFE🏁

  • @NeoIsrafil
    @NeoIsrafil 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Well, considering my plan is to try to win with the new wltoys 104001, im sure im not making things easy on myself. I do feel like it'll be interesting to see what vehicle deficiencies I can make up for with practice.

  • @andrewsumner5388
    @andrewsumner5388 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey Ryan how much do you estimate you have invested in that parts box? Looks as tho you have a complete kit in there lol. One other thing should I invest in a 2 wire or 3 wire lap transponder I don’t know the difference?

  • @chrisharper6575
    @chrisharper6575 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey Ryan, sorry I've watched videos and received help but hadn't subscribed, until today. Keep up the good work and videos. I was having problems lately with overheating and I now know where to begin searching for issues. I have a ECX Torment, which is not really a torment anymore with the upgrades I've made and I have a question. Why is that people don't like or wouldn't buy a torment. Please give a honest answer as it won't hurt my feelings. Thank you in advance

  • @leighrowell7834
    @leighrowell7834 ปีที่แล้ว

    Have you raced in kalgoorlie Australia WA

  • @timothyhafner5442
    @timothyhafner5442 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Since vehicles and track surfaces vary is it best to do as much practicing as possibly to know what spare parts you need?

  • @mikeyjack74
    @mikeyjack74 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Ditch those stock grips on the bike. Your hands and arms will thank you. Appreciate the race advice.

  • @thercracer1717
    @thercracer1717 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Question: the motor in my 1/8 scale buggy keeps moving around and coming loose and I found out it’s because there nothing under my motor to keep it from moving, what should I use to keep the motor from moving up and down when landing

  • @shaynestone4209
    @shaynestone4209 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I keep having undesteering issues in my eighth scale truggy.I have tried the Ackerman plate hack(it’s a tekno),I have tried tires,Shock positions and it does improve but not enough I end up going way wide.Any tips?

  • @hamstersrcmodels7552
    @hamstersrcmodels7552 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Ryan, what do you think about PR racing buggys?

  • @justindemott4990
    @justindemott4990 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I am building my son a 5.0 AC. Is there any way you could send me a list of what all I should get to make this spare parts kit please? We use to race moto and made it to Loretta’s. So I know having the extra parts and good equipment is huge for the confidence. We just took him RC racing for the first time this past weekend and he ended up winning his Novice class with his 2WD Slash.

  • @rcjerz
    @rcjerz 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice video

  • @mattfoo1983
    @mattfoo1983 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    It would be nice to learn a technique that would keep me from "blipping " the throttle. Especially in corners. It's upsetting the suspension. It's my biggest issue. 1/8 scale buggy and truggy electric. I've had many many practices trying to get smoother. I've switched to the hobbywing xr8 pro g2 setups because they have additional "smoothing " to the throttle curve. I still find myself blipping.

    • @extec101
      @extec101 ปีที่แล้ว

      you talk about nitrofinger.
      people constantly and irraticly blipping the throttle.

  • @trentfollmer1462
    @trentfollmer1462 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Don't out drive the car. Drive it straight and clean, as fast as the car wants to go. If it's not fast enough to keep up, make a change. And keep doing that until you are running up front. And never underestimate the tire.

  • @ethanpierce910
    @ethanpierce910 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    You tryna spare me a few spare parts 😂😂

  • @chriskirk136
    @chriskirk136 ปีที่แล้ว

    Brother from another mother! Fish tanks. Rc cars. & Motocross! Knew there was a reason I liked you! Post that mx video! Bbbbrrrraaaaappppp! I always say rc cars is motocross without the broken clavicals

  • @edwinwx260
    @edwinwx260 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    New ryan harris video 🤘🤘

  • @---su3pn
    @---su3pn 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    nice bike :D

  • @fila1445
    @fila1445 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    One time i was almost 3rd in A main. But on last race just 30 seconds before end my bearing in novak havoc brushless just welded itself... I dropped down to 4th...

  • @tlfbshti364
    @tlfbshti364 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Tip #1: Don't suck!

  • @anythinggarage9602
    @anythinggarage9602 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    tessmann's motto is to finish first you first must finish

  • @ShasOAunLa
    @ShasOAunLa 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    sneaking in that sweet r**** logo.... i want one on my new shirts 😍
    no race program here, yet :(

  • @porta_patrols
    @porta_patrols 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    nice!

  • @joracer1
    @joracer1 ปีที่แล้ว

    Reasons to lose, 1)driving too fast to navigate the track without issues. 2) choosing bad lines. 3) poor race craft.
    4) tires. 5) not avoiding crashed cars. 6) poor starts. 7) not handling pressure. 8) poor maintenance 9) being stubborn.
    10) if you want to start winning learn to race 2wd mod buggy on med to low grip dirt. it will teach you everything.
    Am I wrong?

  • @Toasterfree
    @Toasterfree 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    link for the first parts box doesnt work

  • @TFritz82
    @TFritz82 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I always liked "two is one and one in none".

  • @KacKLaPPeN23
    @KacKLaPPeN23 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I just got back into RC last year and the thing I'm struggling the most with is knowing what to look out for when thinking about setup changes. I'll split it up into two questions:
    1: What tells me I need to change what exactly?
    example 1: I'm on high-grip astroturf, at which point is traction rolling because of the car's suspension setup and at which point is it just because the tires are providing too much grip and need to be shaved down?
    example 2: The track has some bumpy sections (it's an 8th scale track by nature) so there are some parts where the car can "kick up" and lose some speed down the straight. Do I adjust something on my setup so it takes it better when I have to hit it (e.g. because of multiple cars on the track) or do I just keep driving around that as much as possible?
    2: How can I tell that something is because of setup or because of my driving/other circumstances?
    example 1: There are a few sections that use a different type of Astroturf that's not as grippy. In those, for some reason, my 2WD has more drive out the corner than my 4WD. Do I just learn to live with that? Do I try some setup changes in hopes to get more drive out the corner?
    example 2: There is one section where it's incredibly easy to upset the car. If I hit it just right at high speed I can save a ton of time, but over a few laps the mistakes that inevitably happen make the reward not worth the risk. I've learned how to attack it differently to get a slower but more consistent outcome, but I keep wondering if there's a way to set up the car that makes it less likely to get upset at that point, or at least predictable enough to hit that section in the faster way more consistently.
    I've never really tinkered with setup much, before my RC break it was incredibly grassroots (in some sections literally) at my track so setups were more like: "wheels on the car? generally pointing in the right direction? ok, looks good!" so all my experience is in driving around a shitty setup ^^

    • @JuanTheLopez
      @JuanTheLopez 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      1:if you are traction rolling on astro with tires older than like 8-10 minutes of runtime its definitely setup related. some guys like to set their cars up to where they will roll in the first minute or two of running on a new set of tires, but after that it wont roll anymore. I usually set my car up to where it could only possibly roll in the first minute if at all, then you can run a set of tires in before the day starts for a couple of laps and take the edge off and you will be good from there.
      I would play with the shock setup to try to calm it down over bumps.
      2:your 2wd car shouldn't have more drive out of the corner than your 4wd, something is wrong with the setup/tires there.
      there is definitely a way to set the car up so it won't get upset when you drive it through whatever section you are talking about, although you would need to describe the issue and the section so i could further assist you

    • @KacKLaPPeN23
      @KacKLaPPeN23 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@JuanTheLopez
      1: Forgot to mention, this case is for 8th scale, with yellow Mini Pins. Completely untreated they have so much grip that they'll basically manage to traction roll everything you mount them on, I could probably pop them on a Truggy and they'll roll it (actually, I'll have to try that). Finding the point where I should stop focussing on the tires and start tinkering with setup (and then, what to change) is where my issue lies. I managed to calm it down a lot with less droop and harder ARBs (rn I'm on literally the hardest ones you can get before you have to bend your own) but it's still edgy.
      Haven't had any traction rolling problems with 10th scale, I'll likely try to up the corner bite at some point but rn I can't get enough track time (limited due to pandemic restrictions) to really spend a ton of time tinkering.
      Where do I start with the shock setup? Harder oil? Slightly higher ride height in hopes that it catches more of the bump before bottoming out? Do I touch the springs at all?
      2: The 2WD and 4WD are running the same rears, obviously different fronts though. Aside from tires (I ordered a few to play around with) what setup change could increase drive out of the corner? The specific problem I have is that we have a hairpin directly followed by a drop down(seriously, less than a car length between apex and the drop), on the 2WD I can take the hairpin tight and make the drop, on the 4WD I have to go wide to hit it consistently, otherwise it's a coinflip.
      The section where I can upset the car is hard to explain, it's basically a combo of a landing, bumps and a slight bend.

    • @JuanTheLopez
      @JuanTheLopez 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@KacKLaPPeN23 1: try moving the link on the ackermann plate back, this will calm the car down a lot on the wheel. you can also try raising the upper links and lengthening them, this will make the car noticeably less responsive. It will roll more, but it will have less camber gain and the roll center will be lower, and this will keep the chassis from rising and flipping the car over as you load the outside tires. Usually with oils on a bumpy astro track i run the heaviest oil I can without the car being a disaster in the bumps.

  • @andreasjonsson8075
    @andreasjonsson8075 ปีที่แล้ว

    Dude I wanna see you ride your dirtbike !!!

  • @rodcaseracing3376
    @rodcaseracing3376 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice

  • @Anonymous-ku7mt
    @Anonymous-ku7mt 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey man I have a story for you if your interested. But for another time. My REAL questions fall into the category of building. I have most of it figured it out, but I really REALLY struggle with soldering to this day. Think that could be a future topic?

  • @jamiewicks2765
    @jamiewicks2765 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have the speed just not the consistency and end up loosing concentration and rolling, I need to dial out the understeer steer on my b74 .1

  • @rcx8971
    @rcx8971 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    What's the other bike behind the honda

    • @RyanHarrisRC
      @RyanHarrisRC  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      My wife’s CRF150R!

    • @KacKLaPPeN23
      @KacKLaPPeN23 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@RyanHarrisRC Once she's comfortable enough to get around the track without tipping over, get her on a big bike, it makes a huge difference. I myself will always need start blocks on a big bike (165cm, or 5'5 in american units) but the big bikes are just so much easier to ride. They'll always straighten back up due to the larger wheels and riding them on a blown out track is night and day.
      Back when I was riding 85cc I had massive problems on a blown out track, my friends always told me that it wasn't that bad and to just "ride over the ruts". Then I had engine problems and got to ride a mate's 125 for the rest of the day and suddenly the ruts were no problem, even though I was even shorter back then I still managed to get around. Sure I had a hell of a time to get back on once I tipped it over as it was set up for a 6' tall guy but once you're on it it's a whole different world.

  • @stevemarcil2521
    @stevemarcil2521 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I hear lots of people mention "race program" how do you develop a race program? What is needed? Any help would be greatly appreciated

    • @RcOffroad9513
      @RcOffroad9513 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      A race program is basically the effort you put into it... When someone says, there race program is going well? They mean, the car they run is good, the setup is good the time they put into it, has payed off... it's like... put the things you do on race day, to prepare, and race... and that is your race program. If you are to trying to "up" your race skills? Start working on the things needed, to be successful. Look to those that have been successful for guidance. Good luck! 👍

    • @stevemarcil2521
      @stevemarcil2521 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@RcOffroad9513 thanks.. makes sense. Been only racing for 6 months, getting frustrated with aspects of it. Can't seem to progress like I would like to

    • @RcOffroad9513
      @RcOffroad9513 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@stevemarcil2521 I race 1/8 ebuugy mostly and have a channel, check it out! Practice is the best teacher, but having your cars in good running condition it's key to start with kit, stock setup and go from there with one change at a time. If you do more than 1 setup change at a time, its hard to know what difference either made. Good luck man!

    • @stevemarcil2521
      @stevemarcil2521 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@RcOffroad9513 thank you.. just subscribed to your channel. I'll definitely check out your videos

    • @RyanHarrisRC
      @RyanHarrisRC  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      A race program is a solid effort and dedication to getting a car dialed in. You know the car well from countless wrench sessions. You have several base references for setup based on different track conditions. You’ve run several race days successfully to rule out any possible mechanical faults as best you can. The list goes on, but basically you try to develop a solid vehicle and race effort over time 🤘

  • @bradlee5277
    @bradlee5277 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    the setup sheet website link doesnt work anymore :/