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Forum: 12th & 10th On Road 20-12-2014
Replies: 6
Views: 1,665
Posted By Apricot Slice
Some folks wondered if damp could be the cause. I...

Some folks wondered if damp could be the cause. I am starting to dismiss the idea as the hall has more heaters than you can shake a stick at and the carpet storage area is cold and dry.

If its not...
Forum: 12th & 10th On Road 20-12-2014
Replies: 6
Views: 1,665
Posted By Apricot Slice
Slippy Carpet at new club. Advise

Hi all,

New club in the north east. bmscc. (oval racing)
We have a slight problem. We have a carpet that formerly belonged to a bowling club and has been rolled up for 7 years. It's in good nick...
Forum: 12th & 10th On Road 18-12-2014
Replies: 1
Views: 1,783
Posted By Apricot Slice
The top racer at local club says they are a...

The top racer at local club says they are a hand-full.
looks like most people have trouble trouble keeping the back end from coming round and they tip over easily.

I dont own one but I suspect...
Forum: General Race Chat 02-12-2014
Replies: 5
Views: 1,241
Posted By Apricot Slice
Great. Had a look at the link. some good stuff...

Great. Had a look at the link. some good stuff you are doing there.:thumbsup: Nice little machine. what sort is it?
Forum: 12th & 10th On Road 02-12-2014
Replies: 20
Views: 10,717
Posted By Apricot Slice
Up to date now on BRCA GT12 Rules. I...

Up to date now on BRCA GT12 Rules.

I cordially back peddle.

No issues what so ever.
Forum: 12th & 10th On Road 02-12-2014
Replies: 20
Views: 10,717
Posted By Apricot Slice
I dont have a problem running my contraptions at...

I dont have a problem running my contraptions at local clubs as I don't posses skill enough to get on anyone's biscuit.

Half the enjoyment for me is making a competitive car whilst sticking to the...
Forum: Electrics 01-12-2014
Replies: 0
Views: 926
Posted By Apricot Slice
1S ESC brakes and reverse

Is there a good 1S ESC with ability to turn down brakes without effecting reverse?

Reason is have been doing some oval and be needing full power reverse but want to turn down brakes for occasional...
Forum: 12th & 10th On Road 01-12-2014
Replies: 20
Views: 10,717
Posted By Apricot Slice
I thought you was allowed to make bits for mod...

I thought you was allowed to make bits for mod gt12
Forum: 12th & 10th On Road 01-12-2014
Replies: 20
Views: 10,717
Posted By Apricot Slice
been used to having use of a cnc router and...

been used to having use of a cnc router and making my own stuff.
No access to one of those at the moment but was giving serious thought to getting a chassis made for me and doing a mix of all my...
Forum: General Race Chat 29-11-2014
Replies: 5
Views: 1,241
Posted By Apricot Slice
Thank you Coastal. Looks just the...

Thank you Coastal. Looks just the ticket.:thumbsup:
Forum: General Race Chat 29-11-2014
Replies: 5
Views: 1,241
Posted By Apricot Slice
Can you provide a CNC Service?

I am needing to get some parts cut from grp sheet.
Can provide cad drawings in most formats, the material to be cut, the correct cutters and reasonable remuneration for the service.

Is there...
Forum: 12th & 10th On Road 27-11-2014
Replies: 20
Views: 10,717
Posted By Apricot Slice
Which GT12 Car???

Right now we have the choice of four cars.

Mardave's VRX and ilk

Tic Racing's Terminator

Schumacher's Superstox

Zen's RSGT12
Forum: 12th & 10th On Road 27-11-2014
Replies: 4
Views: 2,625
Posted By Apricot Slice
I like whats going on at the front end. :) ...

I like whats going on at the front end. :)
Looks like the motor is set much lower and closer to the centre.:wub

The difference between models is basically the usual difference in 12.1 and 12.2....
Forum: 12th & 10th On Road 27-11-2014
Replies: 2
Views: 1,219
Posted By Apricot Slice
oops, accidental post.. trying to figure out how...

oops, accidental post.. trying to figure out how to delete, sorry:blush:
Forum: Schumacher 02-11-2012
Replies: 100
Views: 13,337
Posted By Apricot Slice
i find aluminium tape the best coz it stays put...

i find aluminium tape the best coz it stays put and you can adjust easy for best fit.
Forum: Schumacher 02-11-2012
Replies: 100
Views: 13,337
Posted By Apricot Slice
there is a quick fix for that. wrap some tape...

there is a quick fix for that. wrap some tape around the threads where the grommet goes on to bulk it out a little to remove the slop. If the grommets are slopping about in the hole, glue them in...
Forum: 12th & 10th On Road 28-10-2012
Replies: 10
Views: 1,833
Posted By Apricot Slice
How many GT12 drivers?

Hi guys, I am wondering how many GT12 racers there are. And is it just the UK that does it?
Forum: Schumacher 28-10-2012
Replies: 78
Views: 8,770
Posted By Apricot Slice
I want to help if I can but am too lazy to read...

I want to help if I can but am too lazy to read the whole thread so excuse me if I am repeating things.

I would make sure there is no sloppiness in the grommet department.
If the grommets squidge...
Forum: Schumacher 15-10-2012
Replies: 100
Views: 13,337
Posted By Apricot Slice
It feels much easier to drive than a Dave. (works...

It feels much easier to drive than a Dave. (works nice with tires out the SS box)
Never even bothered trying the SS as the back end is silly and the esc hangs over the edge.
Dont know if the car is...
Forum: Schumacher 15-10-2012
Replies: 100
Views: 13,337
Posted By Apricot Slice
I made 2 of these... 'Super-Dave's'. Both had...

I made 2 of these... 'Super-Dave's'. Both had their first proper race last night at Lochgelly. I got a 2nd in the C final coz i'm rubbish and Paul got a 2nd in the A.
Busy working on a Mk2 at the...
Forum: Schumacher 03-10-2012
Replies: 100
Views: 13,337
Posted By Apricot Slice
Thanks. I can tell you how much it cost....

Thanks.

I can tell you how much it cost. Apart from bits from Mardave, Schumacher and electrics, approximately £15 for some 2.4mm and 3.2mm grp. Not exactly beyond the realms of low cost.
Forum: General Race Chat 30-09-2012
Replies: 9
Views: 1,131
Posted By Apricot Slice
Hi Dan, I know its not exactly 'touring car'...

Hi Dan,
I know its not exactly 'touring car' but I think the banger racing style Mardaves could be a practical way to keep things going.
I dont think the general public are care whats under the...
Forum: Schumacher 29-09-2012
Replies: 100
Views: 13,337
Posted By Apricot Slice
I may have interpreted the rules wrong here bt...

I may have interpreted the rules wrong here bt this is how I understand it.

GT12.2. This is the 'kit' class.
Cars should, apart from tuning parts, be as they come out of the box.

The rules...
Forum: Schumacher 28-09-2012
Replies: 100
Views: 13,337
Posted By Apricot Slice
Thanks. Yes. I believe it is legal in the...

Thanks.

Yes. I believe it is legal in the GT12.1 rules.

As long as your build follows the rules there is nothing stopping you from making car from the ground up... like Schumacher and Mardave...
Forum: Schumacher 28-09-2012
Replies: 100
Views: 13,337
Posted By Apricot Slice
it does look yellow in the pic. has a greenish...

it does look yellow in the pic. has a greenish about it though. maybe a yellow with green in it or something. I expect a woman would give you the exact 'silly name' color that pinpoints it exactly...
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