J.L.M Racing
Winter Update 2013/2014
As we take a momentary break for the racing scene, we just wanted to document some of the technical action we have been deploying since our full return to the racing scene.
One of the most consistent factors we notice thus far is how well our oil has performed. We have had no lubrication issues so far and we are using just a fraction of what we have used in the past. Switching to Paraffin based oil as our primary and blending it with a 30 weight and a well refined synthetic performed far better than we hoped it would. Not only has it worked well with a standard 6 ohm armature with bronze bushings, we used it in our Modified chassis with bushings and the car ran very well with no heat issues what so ever.
Another area that has surprised us is our conductivity. The use of the “Special” additive in between key areas during the chassis build has reduced arcing and other electrical power loss at key transfer points in the electrical circuit within the chassis.
The Stage 2 has been deployed in three chassis in out stable and on in another racers chassis. One of the questions that we have now answered is “Would the Stage 2 work well with Spinner type armatures”. The answer hit us loud and clear during the Modified race, yes it does, in a major way! We ran an old 37 Spinner armature in our chassis and we had more than enough power to compete. We originally loaded our new 36.5 Spinner and the car had way too much power. While I had another driver from another team used a Stage 2 with his 36.5 Spinner and the car was wickedly fast. One the same note we also deployed the Close Loop and Lock system not only on our car, but on the other team driver and it saved him 4 times as he lost his pick up shoes. They lost their helper springs, but the primary springs stayed in place and continued to not only perform, but maintain an excellent amount of current flow.
The X front end friction reducing element was also deployed in all chassis and from all accounts, worked as designed, even with the higher velocity modified chassis.
One area of concern was the use of the new BSRT HPS B compound slip on tires. Although it is said that the tires must break end to be more effective, I had to switch to a lower rim to a .426 set up and add the compound A tires to get better traction out of the modified chassis on a Tomy based track, We will continue to look at this area as time goes on. We were also informed after the race that the tires are not as effective on Tomy based sectional track, for now the research must continue to see how the tires need to be set up for what tracks i.e. routed versus plastic sectional.
As we get ready to close out this update, I have to post about how surprised we were about the performance of our C4/Group 6 chassis, it got busy! Even though I did not get the tire heights were I wanted it, the car had more than enough power to compete and ran well enough to take 4th Podium on it’s first flight out on a TKO track. Another first was the use of E-Cono 1. Our Wet Wound 25 ohm resister in Economy Orange Pants. She powered the Modified smoothly to a 7th place podium in our first real modified race. Our next deployment for the Super Stock and C4/Group 6 chassis is March 8th.
Winter Update 2013/2014
As we take a momentary break for the racing scene, we just wanted to document some of the technical action we have been deploying since our full return to the racing scene.
One of the most consistent factors we notice thus far is how well our oil has performed. We have had no lubrication issues so far and we are using just a fraction of what we have used in the past. Switching to Paraffin based oil as our primary and blending it with a 30 weight and a well refined synthetic performed far better than we hoped it would. Not only has it worked well with a standard 6 ohm armature with bronze bushings, we used it in our Modified chassis with bushings and the car ran very well with no heat issues what so ever.
Another area that has surprised us is our conductivity. The use of the “Special” additive in between key areas during the chassis build has reduced arcing and other electrical power loss at key transfer points in the electrical circuit within the chassis.
The Stage 2 has been deployed in three chassis in out stable and on in another racers chassis. One of the questions that we have now answered is “Would the Stage 2 work well with Spinner type armatures”. The answer hit us loud and clear during the Modified race, yes it does, in a major way! We ran an old 37 Spinner armature in our chassis and we had more than enough power to compete. We originally loaded our new 36.5 Spinner and the car had way too much power. While I had another driver from another team used a Stage 2 with his 36.5 Spinner and the car was wickedly fast. One the same note we also deployed the Close Loop and Lock system not only on our car, but on the other team driver and it saved him 4 times as he lost his pick up shoes. They lost their helper springs, but the primary springs stayed in place and continued to not only perform, but maintain an excellent amount of current flow.
The X front end friction reducing element was also deployed in all chassis and from all accounts, worked as designed, even with the higher velocity modified chassis.
One area of concern was the use of the new BSRT HPS B compound slip on tires. Although it is said that the tires must break end to be more effective, I had to switch to a lower rim to a .426 set up and add the compound A tires to get better traction out of the modified chassis on a Tomy based track, We will continue to look at this area as time goes on. We were also informed after the race that the tires are not as effective on Tomy based sectional track, for now the research must continue to see how the tires need to be set up for what tracks i.e. routed versus plastic sectional.
As we get ready to close out this update, I have to post about how surprised we were about the performance of our C4/Group 6 chassis, it got busy! Even though I did not get the tire heights were I wanted it, the car had more than enough power to compete and ran well enough to take 4th Podium on it’s first flight out on a TKO track. Another first was the use of E-Cono 1. Our Wet Wound 25 ohm resister in Economy Orange Pants. She powered the Modified smoothly to a 7th place podium in our first real modified race. Our next deployment for the Super Stock and C4/Group 6 chassis is March 8th.
The Stage 2 Endbell
We have finally perfected the Stage 2 Endbell. We are already using it in competition and seeing excellent results. The S2E is designed to provide a better power curve for the full life of the G endbell. By providing more usable power for a longer amount of time especially during the latter stages of the brush life.
The Close Loop Lock System
The CLL system was originally designed by A/FX for the SRT chassis. the concept was keep the pickup shoe springs from being lost in case the pick up shoe was lost. The system is a specially designed pick up shoe spring that is actually "Locked" under the pick up shoe hanger. To make the springs more durable, we heat treat them to make them stiffer and they work well by themselves for stock 902's and G-Jets. To make them even stiffer, we add a helper spring for modified chassis.
X-Friction Reduction System
Based on an idea by Steve "Xfactor" Jones, the idea is to reduce rolling friction that can occur with the front axle. The G3 chassis actually is designed to accept such a system on the front axle holes.
3T Lubrication System
Most people use some form of motor oil on their chassis. The most popular is Mobil 1 Synthetic. The oil is not design for "Electric" motors. Electric motor require oils that are non detergent and does not have additives that "suspend" soot particles. Most chassis use a brass bushing, and brass is porous, thus we designed a oil system that will treat the brass bushing and attach to the pores and stay put. Then we add a slightly heavier weighted electric motor oil for break in purposes. Then we add a drop of synthetic lubricant to maintain lubrication throughout a race.
We have finally perfected the Stage 2 Endbell. We are already using it in competition and seeing excellent results. The S2E is designed to provide a better power curve for the full life of the G endbell. By providing more usable power for a longer amount of time especially during the latter stages of the brush life.
The Close Loop Lock System
The CLL system was originally designed by A/FX for the SRT chassis. the concept was keep the pickup shoe springs from being lost in case the pick up shoe was lost. The system is a specially designed pick up shoe spring that is actually "Locked" under the pick up shoe hanger. To make the springs more durable, we heat treat them to make them stiffer and they work well by themselves for stock 902's and G-Jets. To make them even stiffer, we add a helper spring for modified chassis.
X-Friction Reduction System
Based on an idea by Steve "Xfactor" Jones, the idea is to reduce rolling friction that can occur with the front axle. The G3 chassis actually is designed to accept such a system on the front axle holes.
3T Lubrication System
Most people use some form of motor oil on their chassis. The most popular is Mobil 1 Synthetic. The oil is not design for "Electric" motors. Electric motor require oils that are non detergent and does not have additives that "suspend" soot particles. Most chassis use a brass bushing, and brass is porous, thus we designed a oil system that will treat the brass bushing and attach to the pores and stay put. Then we add a slightly heavier weighted electric motor oil for break in purposes. Then we add a drop of synthetic lubricant to maintain lubrication throughout a race.
J.L.M Racing Winter Update 2015/2016
We are back on the racing scene running the MT, T-Jet and C4 classes. We have been focusing our efforts to "Energize" basement Hardbody Racers to come out of the woodwork and show off their talents. The overal goal is to create a network of racers, builders and modelers so we can come together and do things that are directly related to hardbody racing. Recently running my Glob to Bob hardbody in the C4 race in Powhattan VA showed many that a hardbody was just as as capable even more so to keep up and beat lexan body cars on a similar chassis. We will keep on doing this for the whole season. It also allows me to document stats that can be used later. On our latest build, the Blue Mac Mustang GT, we added a Hyson's stabilizing bar on to the rear axle to see how well it works. We will keep you posted on the results.
Racing in Richmond.
Got a chance to run in Richmond VA, on March 14th 2016. Ran C4 and Super Stock. Steve's track make you work your but off, but once you get the feeling for each lane, it just becomes a matter of staying focus and knowing the car. We ran the 240 Z body in the C4 and tested the Viper Chassis that was sent to me by Mr. Flynn of HC Slots. With the magnet set up we were running, the car was too stiff on the track. In the yellow lane, our pick up shoe geometry did not agree with the chicane.
I asked Steve for a loner in SS and and it was sweet. We had to work our buts off because of the yellow lane again....we took 5th podium.