New setups for the TLR 22-4

Dustin Evans's 2014 Reedy Race setup:

Dakotah Phend's 2014 Reedy Race setup:

You can find these setup sheets and more at the following link:

TLR 22-4 Setup Sheets

 

22 2.0 MM - Things to Try

Hello Racers,

I spent the last couple of days running my 22 2.0 in MM, continuing to get familiar with it and tune on the setup for my driving style.  I found a few things that I wanted to pass along.

1.  0 Degree Caster Block - This is one of the changes I've liked the most recently.  I just gained a good amount of steering on entry and exit, but without loosing any rear grip.  Seemed to help especially in lower speed turns.  The 0 deg caster blocks come with the stock 5 deg caster blocks in TLR234006.

2.  2.5 Degree Anti-Squat - I tried this and found an increase in turn-in, and in forward drive on exit.  It also improved how the car landed a bit.  Felt pretty good all around for me.

3.  1-C Rear Camber Link - I have been running 1-A on my MM, and looking for a flatter car with more corner speed, I tried 1-D to try and keep the rear flatter.  I quickly found it kept the rear end so flat, that the car didn't rotate in the turn as I'd like, and my lap times suffered a bit.  Knowing that, I went the other way, to 1-C (shortest link, still with 0mm inside and 3mm outside) and it was a big improvement for me.  The car rolled more and helped rotation, but also gained camber enough it didn't lose rear end grip.  I also felt like I had more forward drive when not straight, so on-power side bite.

4.  Tuning with weight - I have been running the Rocket R/C brass rear side pod weights.  I removed them and the car felt like it cornered quicker, maybe a little more aggressively, but without a balance change.  The next pack I went the other way, adding the Rocket R/C brass rear side pod weights and the TLR side pods weights (TLR331007) with are an addition 18g each.  I found the car to be a little smoother and easier to drive especially when the car was over driven.  I did find it to be a little lazy feeling for my taste at OC/RC Raceway which is pretty high grip indoor clay.  For looser, lower grip or higher speed tracks, it might work pretty good for you.  Keep in mind, that I am running a shorty pack with this weight.  Also, be sure to reset your ride height especially when tuning with weight.

Hope these tips help, or at least give you guys some good ideas of things to try!

Race On!
Frank Root

New 22 2.0 Mid Motor and 22SCT Setup

Hello Racers!

We have two new setups that we are excited to share with you to kick off the 2014 season.  

TLR 22 2.0 Mid Motor Setup - Ryan Dunford and Frank Root

http://www.tlracing.com/ProdInfo/Files/TLR03002_22_2.0_Race_Kit_Ryan_Dunford_Frank_Root_Standard_Indoor_Setup_Mid_Motor.pdf

This setup is a Mid Motor setup for the 22 2.0 that Ryan has been working on for the last 6 weeks or so.  Most of his running has been at OCRC which is a med-high bite indoor clay surface, and using Reedy Race tires (Gold Bar Code fronts, Silver Bar Code rears, PL Closed Cell front and rear).  Frank just got his MM 22 2.0 together last week, started with Ryan's exact setup and Reedy Race tires as well, and made a few small tweaks for his driving style.  Ryan's setup is in full with the changes that Frank made in " ( ) ".


TLR 22SCT Rear Motor Setup - Frank Root Standard 2014

http://www.tlracing.com/ProdInfo/Files/TLR0024_22SCT_Frank_Root_Standard_2014_Setup.pdf

Frank has been running quite a bit of 2wd Short Course lately, really focusing on developing a new setup for the 22SCT.  Trying to find a setup that fit his driving style, but also that of some of his stock class club racing friends (Lee Caldwell and Craig Hammon), they worked to find an easy to drive, but quick setup that had a great natural balance.  Frank thinks he's found it with the setup above.  It is easy to drive, and not only Frank, but Craig and Lee, are turning some quick laps with it.  Some parts from the 22 2.0 and 22T are required, but they are well worth it.  Give it a shot and let us know what you think!

Race On!!
Frank

22 2.0 Cab Forward Body - TLR330000

Hello Racers,

Last Tuesday (12/10/2013) we started shipping the 22 2.0 Cab Forward Body.  Our core team drivers like Dustin Evans and Dakotah Phend have been running prototype samples of this body since just before the 2013 ROAR Nationals.  During testing, the team has found the body to have improved low speed steering and better high speed stability - the best of both worlds.  Dakotah did use the prototype Cab Forward Body to win the 2013 ROAR Nationals in 2wd Buggy Modified, so the results are proving how good the body performs!

Just like the 22 and 22 2.0 kit bodies, the body will work for both mid and rear motor configurations.  The body is pre-cut, and only needs a minor trim for the designed configuration.  The body will also fit both the 22 and 22 2.0 buggies.

To maximize the styling and performance of the 22 2.0 Cab Forward Body, the body does fit closely around the electronics and battery within 22 2.0 buggy.  The is abundant room when running a shorty or standard sized LiPo battery, but when running the saddle pack batteries in mid motor configuration, the room is snug.  We have a few suggestions to help make the fit easier for you.

1.  Use a low profile bullet plug type connector.
2.  Solder the wires into the bullet plugs horizontally (at 90 degrees to the bullet) rather than vertically.  This applies to both the power wires and the jumper wire.  The the image below.
3.  If you see a spot where the battery and/or plugs get close to the body, be sure to put some Shoe Goo (DYN8000) thinly on the body.  This will protect the paint.  Make sure the paint on the body is well dried before applying the Shoe Goo.

With these tips, the body will fit great for you, last a long time, and help to put you on top of the podium!  We hope you enjoy the Cab Forward Body as much as we do!

Race On!
Frank

TLR 5IVE-T Tuning Kit

Check out our new TLR 5IVE-T Tuning Kit

http://youtu.be/oJDbOsRF1OU

Everything you need to tune your 5IVE-T® chassis for the next level of performance is in this box. It includes multiple sway bar sets, hard anodized shock kits, titanium turnbuckles and more.

Hard anodized Front and Rear Aluminum Shock Body Sets

These big-bore, hard anodized shock bodies are more durable and provide smoother shock action.

 

TiCN Front and Rear Shock Shaft Sets

The TiCN coating on these heavy-duty shafts lengthen shock life and make the suspension feel incredibly smooth.

Hard anodized Aluminum Shock Caps

These tough, CNC machined shock caps are laser-etched with the TLR logo.

Front and Rear Red Shock Springs

Front springs with a 12.9 lb rate and rear springs with a 9.3 lb rate are included.

 

Titanium Shock Standoffs and Turnbuckles

Adding strength to the chassis of a 38 pound truck without adding weight is critical. These titanium parts strengthen key suspension components while reducing weight at the same time.

Aluminum Bearing Inserts

Aluminum bearing inserts reduce weight without sacrificing strength.

Aluminum Servo Saver Arm

This arm is stiffer than stock and won’t strip under heavy loads. It adds a touch of class too.

Hard Anodized Front and Rear Stub Axles

By reducing weight at the wheel, these stub axles improve suspension response on rugged terrain.

Hard Anodized Pinion Coupler

The hard anodized pinion couplers work with the lightened outdrives to reduce the overall rotating mass of the front and rear differentials. It all adds up to even quicker acceleration as well as a stronger drivetrain.

TiCN Inner and Outer Hinge Pins

The TiCN coating on the inner and outer hinge pins makes them incredibly durable. It also reduces friction, so the suspension moves more freely around the pins.

Exclusive Pull Start and Air Pre-Filter Covers

A set of blue covers sporting the 5IVE-T logo are included for the pull start and air pre-filter. They are exclusive to the tuning kit and will not be available separately.

 

3.0mm and 4.0mm Sway Bar Sets

Two different sets of front and rear sway bars give you a multitude of tuning options.

 

http://youtu.be/oJDbOsRF1OU

A few new setups posted for the Team Losi Racing 22 2.0

A lot of the team have been running quite a bit and have came up with quite a few setups for the TLR 22 2.0. Check them out as well as the link at the bottom for other setup sheets.

The first setup sheet is from Ruffy Rios in Florida and is a great stock motor setup for the TLR 22 2.0

Here is Dustin's Evans mid-motor setup from the recent J-Concepts Indoor Nationals.

For all the racers preparing to head indoors and race on medium to high grip carpet here is a great setup sheet from TLR driver Otto Ausfelt

You can find these setup sheets and more at the following link: TLR 22 2.0 Setup Sheets

Adam Drake talks about setting steering EPA.

Adam Drake talks about setting steering EPA in the following video.
http://youtu.be/b6poRXyBvvs