RC10 Graphite

[wlewis]

Hey I'm new to the forum and thought I would post some pics of my RC10 graphite build. I got this car around 1990 and converted it to race dirt oval for a couple of years before replacing it with a Custom Works Intimidator. I recently got it out of storage and put it back together to race at a new 1/10th offroad track. I haven't raced in many years and this will be my first attempt at offroad racing so if you have any tips that would be great, wish me luck!

[tizeye]

Anybody with a car that looks like that is more than welcome here..hell anybody with a RC car is welcome here..nice rig..

[vintage AE]

that is a nice rig...going to run it or shelf it??????? I got one that is similar but it's on a shelf, only because it was originally mine from back in the day.

[wlewis]

I plan to run it at a new track that was just finished. Never raced off-road before so if I enjoy it I'll probably buy a newer buggy later on.

[JPAE07]

Slap some chassis tape and maybe a front bumper on it before you run it.

[wlewis]

I have a small front bumper I plan to put on. Do you have any suggestions on springs and shock oil? I'm just looking for a good starting point.

Thanks,

[jsrracing]

can you post a pic of track

[wts873]

where do you live? Its nice to hear of NEW tracks being made Hopfully it is the start of a new trend!

[wlewis]

I don't have any pics. I try to remember to take my camera next time.
I'm just south of Jackson MS.

[vwjuice]

I know with the newer buggies and truck the general rule of thumb for shock oil is 35w front and 30w rear. Try 2 hole pistons front 1 hole rear. Get medium springs for the shock and set the ride height with the dog bones level. That should be a good starting point then after you get a good feel for it play around with the settings. Just remember to try different tires before doing anything else, they are the single biggest factor in tuning the suspension.

[wlewis]

Great advice, thanks!