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Old 12-15-2007, 02:17 AM
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hey guys, do u soften the tires when running in sands?..for better traction...
Old 12-15-2007, 07:43 AM
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in 1:1 scale they use softer tires (less air). the more air in the tire the more it digs depper on the sand.
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What car? With the baja we use sand paddles on the back
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What car? With the baja we use sand paddles on the back
i mean the hpi baja or any buggy 1/5 scale...so sand paddles works good?..how about the foam insert do u guys cut it so that tire is more flatter?
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What car? With the baja we use sand paddles on the back
i mean the hpi baja or any buggy 1/5 scale...so sand paddles works good?..how about the foam insert do u guys cut it so that tire is more flatter?
I'd almost bet cutting the foam on a rear baja tire would just make the tire tear alot easier, i run mine stock, they are way soft and get great traction in the sand
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Paddles on the rear. Can't get any better than that.

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