LSRCC "Spec" Slash Class
Posted: Mon May 03, 2010 11:25 am
For the 100th time,or more, our clubs Slash class is a "Spec" class not a "box stock" class! There is a difference between the two and it confuses too many people about the class.
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LSRCC "Spec" Slash Class
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Re: LSRCC "Spec" Slash Class
Posted: Mon May 03, 2010 12:32 pm
The only reason its not a box stock class is because people like you cant handle not getting their way. Everyone knows it should be a box stock class.
Re: LSRCC "Spec" Slash Class
Posted: Mon May 03, 2010 12:32 pm
I'm going to sticky this, I also would like the "modifications" allowed for this class to be posted in this thread so everyone knows what can be changed.
Re: LSRCC "Spec" Slash Class
Posted: Mon May 03, 2010 1:38 pm
Jabber, it was never intended as a box stock class, it was a spec class, every one runs the same vehicle, under a preset set of rules and allowable modifications, if people would bother to read the rules that are posted on the site they would know that, all you have to do is use the search feature, type in jbrl and it will pull up the rules and a couple of other posts, the only problem is that in the site changeover some of the rules are missing and or skewed(Josh!!). And actually now with the new open sc tire rule, we are running as jbrl had intended them at this time last year. If you people would bother to read the first paragraph it says "box stock with limited modifications" not box stock.
Re: LSRCC "Spec" Slash Class
Posted: Mon May 03, 2010 2:38 pm
Tim your an butt. I didn't change/alter anything. Whatever was posted has not been edited. Anything posted after I told everyone to start using the new forum was not transferred, not my fault. Also this class WAS intended as a box stock class. Thats the way we ran it last year. The only alteration allowed was the choice of radio receiver and battery used, per our changes to their rules. As far as jbrl rules go they have changed from last year, anyone interested can view them here http://www.jimmybabcock.com/Slash%20Rules.htm . Now AGAIN, what are our rules for this class? We get choice of sc class tire.tamiyaracingfactory wrote:Jabber, it was never intended as a box stock class, it was a spec class, every one runs the same vehicle, under a preset set of rules and allowable modifications, if people would bother to read the rules that are posted on the site they would know that, all you have to do is use the search feature, type in jbrl and it will pull up the rules and a couple of other posts, the only problem is that in the site changeover some of the rules are missing and or skewed(Josh!!). And actually now with the new open sc tire rule, we are running as jbrl had intended them at this time last year. If you people would bother to read the first paragraph it says "box stock with limited modifications" not box stock.
Re: LSRCC "Spec" Slash Class
Posted: Mon May 03, 2010 2:42 pm
WHEW................I was going to get one, or a SC truck, but not now............... 
Re: LSRCC "Spec" Slash Class
Posted: Mon May 03, 2010 2:53 pm
The intent of my post is not to get in a big argument with someone who is not even interested in the class regardless of what the rules are. I just don't want anyone confused as to what the class is.
Re: LSRCC "Spec" Slash Class
Posted: Mon May 03, 2010 3:04 pm
Josh , it is not and never was a "box stock class" , that is the whole point for this post. I just want all the Slash racers to understand what this class is. Jeez, your the one that posts the rules and you don't even know!
Re: LSRCC "Spec" Slash Class
Posted: Mon May 03, 2010 4:11 pm
These are the rules pulled from Jimmy Babcock's website, http://www.jimmybabcock.com/Slash%20Rules.htm
[quote] Hot Rod Hobbies/JBRL rules for the Traxxas Slash Ready to Race - Spec. Class
This class is basically for the Ready to Race version of the vehicle as shipped by Traxxas. The idea is to limit the amount of hop-ups &Â modifications to the factory supplied vehicle and to keep costs down.
Hot Rod Hobbies/JBRL has the right to change or modify any rule as we see fit at any time to ensure better and more affordable competition.
Body: All trucks may use any body made specifically for the Traxxas Slash. NO alterations may be made to the body. Must be cut out along molded cut lines.
Chassis: No modifications may be made to the chassis system. Vehicle must be raced in original stock form. Original Traxxas replacement parts only, as supplied on original truck, for damaged/worn parts unless otherwise stated.
RPM rear hubs (#80382) and RPM rear tower (#80832) are allowed.
Suspension: Both the front & the rear suspension systems must remain in stock form. Original Traxxas parts only. NO aftermarket/hop up replacement components may be installed including metal parts.
Legal Tuning Parts – Original Traxxas kit shock springs must be used (5857, 5858)
Original plastic shock bodies must be used (no metal bodies)
Shock cap may be replaced with alum shock cap part #2667.
Shock oil may be changed. Pistons and limiting may be changed.
Original Traxxas turnbuckles must be used. Part #3644 and #3745.
Steering: No modifications may be made to the steering system. Original kit parts only. You may install any servo saver or servo drive horn that you so choose.
Bearings: Any manufacturer bearing may be used.
Electronics: Original RTR Kit electronic Speed Control (XL-5) & Servo (2075) only. You may install any receiver you so choose. On board traction/drift device or gyro's are NOT permitted
Motor: This class is restricted to a stock Traxxas Titan 12T R/C motor #3785.
Battery: This class is limited to any 1 - 7.2 volt nicad(6cell) or 7.4 volt 2c lipo
tires: any production tire made for sc rims (2.2 x 3.0)
[quote] Hot Rod Hobbies/JBRL rules for the Traxxas Slash Ready to Race - Spec. Class
This class is basically for the Ready to Race version of the vehicle as shipped by Traxxas. The idea is to limit the amount of hop-ups &Â modifications to the factory supplied vehicle and to keep costs down.
Hot Rod Hobbies/JBRL has the right to change or modify any rule as we see fit at any time to ensure better and more affordable competition.
Body: All trucks may use any body made specifically for the Traxxas Slash. NO alterations may be made to the body. Must be cut out along molded cut lines.
Chassis: No modifications may be made to the chassis system. Vehicle must be raced in original stock form. Original Traxxas replacement parts only, as supplied on original truck, for damaged/worn parts unless otherwise stated.
RPM rear hubs (#80382) and RPM rear tower (#80832) are allowed.
Suspension: Both the front & the rear suspension systems must remain in stock form. Original Traxxas parts only. NO aftermarket/hop up replacement components may be installed including metal parts.
Legal Tuning Parts – Original Traxxas kit shock springs must be used (5857, 5858)
Original plastic shock bodies must be used (no metal bodies)
Shock cap may be replaced with alum shock cap part #2667.
Shock oil may be changed. Pistons and limiting may be changed.
Original Traxxas turnbuckles must be used. Part #3644 and #3745.
Steering: No modifications may be made to the steering system. Original kit parts only. You may install any servo saver or servo drive horn that you so choose.
Bearings: Any manufacturer bearing may be used.
Electronics: Original RTR Kit electronic Speed Control (XL-5) & Servo (2075) only. You may install any receiver you so choose. On board traction/drift device or gyro's are NOT permitted
Motor: This class is restricted to a stock Traxxas Titan 12T R/C motor #3785.
Battery: This class is limited to any 1 - 7.2 volt nicad(6cell) or 7.4 volt 2c lipo
tires: any production tire made for sc rims (2.2 x 3.0)
Re: LSRCC "Spec" Slash Class
Posted: Mon May 03, 2010 6:32 pm
OK, got my LIPO, got some tires, got some weight to add.......maybe I'll put some shock oil in. I might even fix the bent shock shaft...Buy a slash, have some fun........Remember, If you can't beat em, wreck em. then beat em! And really, rules are only made for those that follow them 
Like me
And really, rules are only made for those that follow them Like me Re: LSRCC "Spec" Slash Class
Posted: Mon May 03, 2010 7:33 pm
See, Tice gets it! 
Re: LSRCC "Spec" Slash Class
Posted: Tue May 04, 2010 8:58 am
My intent is to get all the info out there for everyone who wants to run the class. I was not at the meeting and wanted to know i any changes were made. Obviously there were. And if you read the jbrl rules, the basic concept is box stock. Also I wouldn't be asking these questions if I hadn't planned on trying to make a few racesMenace wrote:The intent of my post is not to get in a big argument with someone who is not even interested in the class regardless of what the rules are. I just don't want anyone confused as to what the class is.
Re: LSRCC "Spec" Slash Class
Posted: Tue May 04, 2010 9:17 am
I am gonna drop on that idea of SC then too. Makes no sence to me to buy a RTR then spend money changing things. Gonna be tough on us people without deep pockets and young kids wanting to start. "Hey daddy, buy me this truck, and oh ya, I have to buy this and that too and trash the brand new stuff that came with it." Daddy will be so happy to do that.
Nother thing while I am here...at the meeting I was told that since my nitro Firestorm came RTR with a .18, it was fine as long as I didn't whoop everyone constantly. Now I read the rules posted (and locked) that .12 or .15 is it. I am totally lost here guys! If I can run the truck, then that also would not be fair to the Short Course people that have to change up their RTR's. I want to get in the club and race very bad with you guys, but I am on a fixed income and can't afford a new motor for my niro, or buy a new SSC and then more stuff to go with it. I have looked around on line, and many other tracks all over are using SSC's out of the box, and are ROAR approved. But they are all a haul for me and Rose and I like the guys (and ladies) at LSRCC.
Nother thing while I am here...at the meeting I was told that since my nitro Firestorm came RTR with a .18, it was fine as long as I didn't whoop everyone constantly. Now I read the rules posted (and locked) that .12 or .15 is it. I am totally lost here guys! If I can run the truck, then that also would not be fair to the Short Course people that have to change up their RTR's. I want to get in the club and race very bad with you guys, but I am on a fixed income and can't afford a new motor for my niro, or buy a new SSC and then more stuff to go with it. I have looked around on line, and many other tracks all over are using SSC's out of the box, and are ROAR approved. But they are all a haul for me and Rose and I like the guys (and ladies) at LSRCC.
Re: LSRCC "Spec" Slash Class
Posted: Tue May 04, 2010 10:10 am
Don't be afraid to buy a rtr slash. Cheap and fun. The biggest advantage in this class are the batteries. I know Greg and myself bought some cheap zippie lipo packs for under $30 shipped. You need not to change anything else other then shock fluid and diff grease.Grumpy wrote:I am gonna drop on that idea of SC then too. Makes no sence to me to buy a RTR then spend money changing things. Gonna be tough on us people without deep pockets and young kids wanting to start. "Hey daddy, buy me this truck, and oh ya, I have to buy this and that too and trash the brand new stuff that came with it." Daddy will be so happy to do that.
Nother thing while I am here...at the meeting I was told that since my nitro Firestorm came RTR with a .18, it was fine as long as I didn't whoop everyone constantly. Now I read the rules posted (and locked) that .12 or .15 is it. I am totally lost here guys! If I can run the truck, then that also would not be fair to the Short Course people that have to change up their RTR's. I want to get in the club and race very bad with you guys, but I am on a fixed income and can't afford a new motor for my niro, or buy a new SSC and then more stuff to go with it. I have looked around on line, and many other tracks all over are using SSC's out of the box, and are ROAR approved. But they are all a haul for me and Rose and I like the guys (and ladies) at LSRCC.
I would truly appreciate a call from an officer in charge that can clear this whole mess up for me please! My number is 320-233-0596. Call anytime from 7AM-10PM. Hope I am not stuck just coming up to watch.
Re: LSRCC "Spec" Slash Class
Posted: Tue May 04, 2010 11:07 am
Thanks for the phone calls guys! I think I have it straight now. 
