Not Long Now

It's getting closer.

On Road starts 1 May

Ill be there Rusty!

- DaveW

oh man--old times.........

wheres ed with his spandex when you need him

LOL! I cant wait!!

- DaveW

I have a good question... what classes are we running?? Is it mod, 19t, or the dreaded stock class? Ill be working on motors this week before we move and wanted to know what to work on. Anyone got a clue on tires?

- DaveW

normally stock, but ill run mod. 19t is pointless i am starting to realize. too many classes bad. just run mod dammit.(said with best eddie muphy as gumby impression)

Aight, i can run stock, but all i have are GM3 motors i have left over from racing at Tidewater. My Monster motor is crap... its slower than a Mabuchi 380. I got stomped in stock at HTUSA last month. I got plenty of 19t and mods. LETS RUN!

- DaveW

first race at Stream 1 May

Oh.... It's close now. Getting all the details in order.

As for classes. We'll start by running nitro touring, stock touring, and stock 1/12 if they show. We'll take it from there.

I really don't want to see 35 racers broken into 10 different classes. I absolutely can't stand that. I think it hurts the racing substantially. You always end up with guys of vastly different skill levels in the mains, which equals real dull racing. Everybody will be finishing on their own laps instead of fighting for position.

What I'd really like to see happen is good stock touring turnouts build, and build quickly until we can support a mod class as well, without making the other classes suffer. If 3 or more guys show, dead set on running mod or 19 turn, we'll let them run. BUT, I would rather influence those guys help build a strong existing class with closer racing.

As Jady already knows, I totally agree with him on the 19 turn thing. It's basically like stock class + a lap, give or take. Same kind of tuning. Same inequality among motors out of the package (machine wound). The biggest difference is that they aren't as novice friendly. Most every track that runs them (at the club level) has half the fast guys running 19, and the other half staying in stock. If you let qualifying sort out the mains instead of motor choice, you'll have closer racing. PERIOD.

I hope all of the racers can help promote the racing at Stream. It will make it more fun for everyone if we get some good turnouts. Get the word out guys. Help people get started racing. Tell them to come out and spectate, if they seem only mildly interested, just so they can idea how cool the hobby is. If everyone makes a solid effort to do this, everyone will benefit.

Lastly, I will be not be racing on-road at Stream. I will be providing assistance to Lisa with the race directing duties. We will be moving the computer, and scoring trackside (much needed IMO). I will be armed with a microphone to provide color commentary. Hopefully I will fare better than Dennis Miller did on Monday Night Football. This will be a new thing for me, so please bare with as I learn the ropes of heckling racers. I hope I don't make too much of a fool of myself, and if I do, I hope it is for the racer's benefit.

Lastly, we'll be shooting for closing the registration at 11:00 am, drivers meeting shortly after, and starting qualifying by noon at the latest.

That's my novel for the week.

See you trackside at Stream Saturday AM.

Chad

I can't say it any better .

Rusty

I would have to agree with Chad. Classes need to be restricted. It has been up to the track/race directors discretion from the beginning, so why has the trend been "whatever anyone wants to race?" Stock and Mod classes suffice, and separate the "fast" guys from the "slow" guys, providing there is enough racer base to divide. Even though i didnt get to turn any complete laps, i enjoyed getting to see everyone again, hanging out and remembering old times. I got Mod for buggy next Saturday, we ready for some rooster tails?

- Dave W

Stream Hobby Shop is missing two transponders. If you have one please give me a call. 591-0720
Rusty

Just checking to make sure that you guys are running onroad this Saturday, May15th??

Thanks, Mike

Sure enough Mike.

Chad,

Just a couple of questions.

1) What time does practice start?
2) What time does racing start?
3) How many qualifiers?

Mike

Mike

Practice starts as soon as track is setup about 9AM
3 Qual and a Main Racing starts Noon at the latest.
Rusty
Stream Hobby Shop

Racing 5-15 saturday. New laptop to keep score. We should have a great day!
Rusty

On Road saturday 29 May. Let's have another great turn out.

I amlooking for an AT6 canopy

Stream Hobby Shop will be On Road racing saturday May 29th. We will have raffle prizes for registerd racers. We might even have a cookout. Stream is the place to race 1/10 scale. We cater to 1/10 scale and smaller.Both the on road off road tracks are challenging but easy on your cars. We have a friendly staff and we welcome Racer's input. Give us a try,I think you will enjoy it.

We use Amb lapcounting & timing with J-lap program. A new laptop keeps eveything running. The team of Lisa & Chad make things fun with their smooth lap by lap racing commentary.

See You Saturday
Rusty

We will be having a cook out.
Should we start an RC Car club?
Rusty

See above posts for more info
Rusty

On Road saturday 12 June

Rusty

Rusty,
What all would be involved in an r/c club? What I mean is, what would the club do that would be different that the average race day. I'm interested in it. Maybe we could have a small annual fee to join ($10 - $20) & put the money towards new track equipment or raffle off a T4 for club members or something.
Of course, we'd need cool hats, T-shirts & stickers...

Do you guys only race Touring on Saturdays? What's your schedule like? Been awhile since I raced up there in Virginia and I'd like to head up sometime. Also, should I bring mod or stock? Catch yall L8Rz

Jimmy Mac

Hey Jimmy! Currently its TC (electric and nitro) every other Saturday, with offroad filling in the other weekends. The most popular class is stock, and there is enough for a good sized A and B main. Chad and Rusty are trying to keep it simple, and encourage racers to group into common classes, hoping to help the turn-outs grow. The parking lot is in good shape, and prepped for pebble-free excitement. Preglued CS-27's work well, and everyone runs them, again trying to stick with the keeping it simple motto, but any rubber tire combo is allowed, only foams are excluded. There is plenty of power, chairs, and space to pit. You will need to bring a table and extension cord. Quite a few of us have tents, so i am sure we could squeeze ya in from the sun! Lookin forward to seein ya man!

- DaveW

Are we racing today Rusty? Did the rain ruin our day AGAIN?

- DaveW

Foams for nitro. Rubber for ele.

Next on road will be 26 jun.

1st Annual Sedan Jam!!!

Saturday, July 10th.... Sunday is the rain date.

There will be two classes, and two classes only.

Stock Electric Sedan
Nitro Sedan

This a board barriered parking lot track with a roughly 160' straight and close to 500' run line.

There will be tech for Stock Sedan.

Stock sedan requires ROAR legal and approved stock motors. Sedan bodies.....Rubber tires are also necessary. Expect some motors to be torn down for inspection.

Nitro Sedan will be fairly open. Sedan Body obviously, but if you feel a 5 port engine or something crazy will help your laptimes, have at it. Nitro sedan will have a 20 minute A main, 15 minute B main, 10 minute C main, then 5 minute from there down. There will be one bump up from each main.


Track can provide power and plenty of chairs, but you will need to bring tables. Bring some shade if you have it also.

We do have track transponders, but personal transponders are very welcome.

The layout will be brand new for this event, so don't fear the local advantage.

Track should be open for practice by 9 am.... Possibly sooner. Registration will close at 11am. The three rounds of qualifying will begin at noon. It will be Ifmar qualifying, with your one fastest round being the one that counts.

There will of course be trophies, We're still finalizing how many. We'll be raffling some goodies, and grilling some food. If you finish dead last, you'll still have a good time.

Entry will be $20

If you want to get a handle on our surface and way of doing things before the Sedan Jam, our next On Road club race is June 26th.



See you there guys

Damn, sucks that you guys run on the same weekend as our Points Series down here. But I may end up skipping the Series to make this race. What's your track location up there? Maybe I can talk some guys into come up. Been looking for a "Road Trip".. :hat: So you just may see me up there.....

Jimmy Mac

You should definately try to make it, Jimmy. We've been having good turnouts for club races, so I imagine it will be pretty good for this. I'm sure you'll know half the people there or more. It'll be good times.


10015 Jefferson Avenue
Newport News, VA. 23605
Phone no: (757) 591-0720

Via I-64: Take Exit 263A - "James River Bridge"/Mercury blvd. Go 3 miles to Jefferson Avenue. Turn right on Jefferson and go 6 lights to Main Street. We're just past Big Al's Muffler on corner of Main and Jefferson.

From Norfolk / Portsmouth via Monitor-Merrimack on I-664:
Take Jefferson Avenue Exit. turn left on Jefferson Ave and continue for 3.7 miles. At 6 lights past Mercury Blvd, look for Big Al's Muffler on left at corner of Jefferson and Main st.

That's gonna be awesome! Great idea guys. I'm looking forward to it.
Any thoughts on a concours judging & trophy or some other prize? I think a rule should be that if there was a concours event & one entered a body, he or she would have to race said body at least once during the event. There are some talented painters around & it would be cool to show off a little & really see what people can do. Hell, that may be my only chance for a trophy, hee hee.
As far as the motor rule, my Epic Binary 2 Pro isn't ROAR or IFMAR legal is it?
I like it, but that thing sucks the juice & runs very hot, even with the correct (underpowered in my opinion) gearing. Let me know for sure, okay? I've had my eye on a Monster Stock anyway. Rusty, do you have any in stock?

Binaries are not legal. There are a few Monster's in stock right now.

Thanks Chad, I'll hopefully be getting up a group to come up. We have 2 throwout races for our series. I'm sure they can spare one for this race...

Jimmy Mac

Hey EmptyCan, if ya like the Binary, you can use the new Epic Roar Stock motor. It's only 2 magnet, but it has the same armature as the Binary (only drill balanced). These arms have 4 less laminates than the Monster Stock for more RPM. And they are now Roar Approved.

Jimmy,

Just tell your crew that they have to step it up at the 'Wood so they can afford the throwouts. LOL.

Keep us posted about Rosewood, too. I've yet to run on the outdoor track down there. Will definately be making the trip at least once this season.

Cool. I'll definately be looking into that. Thanks, KilRuf!

TROPY RACE TROPY RACE Saturday 10 July. Call Stream Hobby Shop for more info

Jady... i painted a new TC body. I had mercy on yours, be nice to mine at the Trophy Race! It has to last... you know how i hate to paint. Also, no more motor work ok? I hate whippin out the lathe... and lookin all over the track for the stickers to my TC body... I got spanked by you AND Melvin in the same day... i wonder when Losi will represent the TC ranks at Stream...

Chad... do you plan on partaking of the festivities in the dirt this weekend? You need to play man. I plan to play a little... but i may not race. Depends on the tire issue. I got minipins and step pins... everything else has hard inserts. I need to get the B4 dirty... it looks too pretty. Needs a sprinkle of dirt here and there to make it feel loved. Jady, your B4 has an old body like mine... its ON! LOL

Everyone else... 'sup.

:)

-DaveW

Hey EmptyCan, if ya like the Binary, you can use the new Epic Roar Stock motor. It's only 2 magnet, but it has the same armature as the Binary (only drill balanced). These arms have 4 less laminates than the Monster Stock for more RPM. And they are now Roar Approved.
Actually it is a different arm than the Binary and Monster arm.
The Monster arm is 40 laminations and meets the 64" wire length rule
The Binary has 36 laminations and is short of 64" that is one of the reasons why it was not approved.
The New Epic Roar stock is 38 laminations and meets the 64" rule. 2 magnets and drilled balance and will have more RPM than the Monster with minimal torque loss.

Yeah, I just found that out recently (hearsay). "But" my Epic Roar Stock has 36 laminations.. not 38. I've had it for awhile (probably first batch or something). But I have a picture to prove it... This motor was drilled too deep. Kinda like a Fantom Stock. I ended up tossing the laminations off the motor.

Well guys, looks like I'll still be heading up there for the Trophy Race. Still bringing a couple friends along. But this time I'll be bring the Yokomo SD. Finally got the car to handle good with some speed this time. So hopefully yall won't embarrass me too bad... :p It'll be good see'n yall once again.

Jimmy Mac

My Monster has 40... and my Binary has 36. Maybe I got an early version or a fluke. This is my Binary...

Dave.... I always race off-road.... I just can't spectate for that. I have a lot of fun with the microphone for on-road, though. Now Dave I've heard about this so-called buggy you own, but I'm starting to have my doubts of it's existance. This B4 of yours, it is for racing, right? Cough, cough. :) Oh, don't bother with the steps, mini pins maybe, but steps suck at Stream. Actually, we've had all kinds of tires work well at Stream, even with firm inserts. Holeshots and x-2000's are always better there with firm inserts, but not blue or overstuffed inserts. Gray pro-line or Trinity work well.

This Sedan Jam thing is getting closer now. The trophies are in the shop as we speak.... They're just sitting there, glistening. Each one yearning to find a new home. There are trophies for first through fifth in each of the A's, First through third in each of the B-mains. The grill will be going all day with free food for the racers (donations for the cook will gladly be accepted, however).

Jimmy,

Very cool that you'll be able to make it. Mighty kind of you too, considering your local track is one of the sweetest pieces of asphault on the east coast. Us with our meager parking lot and all. ;)

Who you bringing with you?

Have you got that SD handling well with rubber tires? Or just foam? Different game up here. Haha.

Why? Are Foams allowed? Rubber tire asphalt only down here baby!! I just took home the Region 3 Stock TC Championship with my SD. So I may just bring that down. I don't know if you know the guy and his boy that I'm coming up there with. But I've been goin up there with them for the past few times I've been recently. Hank and his son Joseph. I may be bringing Chris J as well. He's been getting faster and faster each week. I'm trying to talk Steve B into goin. Plus a few other fast guys as well. But we'll see. I hope to see a few of them this weekend and find out.

I'm looking forward to coming up there. Just can't wait. Different track... different people... different atmosphere. Change is good! Plus 2 weeks after your race I have the TCS up in Maryland to attend to. 2 road trips in one month.. not bad....

Here's my Yok....

Well catch yall soon!

Jimmy Mac

Trophy Race 10 July. Call Stream 757-591-0720

Question about the track.. Is it asphalt or concrete? Just trying to figure out what to expect. Is it like Hobbytown? Same but smoother? Well catch yall in a week....

JMac