Matrix Arena TR
07-31-2006, 11:02 PM
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Matrix Arena TR
http://forums.radiocontrolzone.com/s...18#post2058418
CEN finally release official pics and info on their truggy project. New information just posted on RCCA's forum.. it certaily look unique and dialed..... gotta love the 23mm and the ceter brace.. lighter and stronger
that body is cool too. if anyone know how to post pic, please post it, thanks
CEN finally release official pics and info on their truggy project. New information just posted on RCCA's forum.. it certaily look unique and dialed..... gotta love the 23mm and the ceter brace.. lighter and stronger
that body is cool too. if anyone know how to post pic, please post it, thanks
08-01-2006, 05:57 PM
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RE: Matrix Arena TR
Yea, I don't like the chasis brace set up, or the cheapish look of it, really. The Body looks decent, though.
And can it be? the BODY sits higher than the wing? LOL!
And can it be? the BODY sits higher than the wing? LOL!
08-01-2006, 07:35 PM
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RE: Matrix Arena TR
The body isnt drilled or installed on the body. It just sits on top of the chassis for display purpose.
The center chassis brace actually provide better strength compare to ordinary chassis braces plus a unique look.
The center chassis brace actually provide better strength compare to ordinary chassis braces plus a unique look.
08-01-2006, 08:45 PM
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RE: Matrix Arena TR
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The body isnt drilled or installed on the body. It just sits on top of the chassis for display purpose.
The center chassis brace actually provide better strength compare to ordinary chassis braces plus a unique look.
The body isnt drilled or installed on the body. It just sits on top of the chassis for display purpose.
The center chassis brace actually provide better strength compare to ordinary chassis braces plus a unique look.
I would like to see how it actually fits.. and what's with the engine mount? They're teeny tiny.
08-01-2006, 08:50 PM
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RE: Matrix Arena TR
I like it. I've never had any particular like for CEN (as far as their products go, but the Fun Factor series is probably still the best bang for the buck in off road RC), and I really don't like truggies...
so I'm coming directly after you, CEN Racing, if you guys make me buy one
Will there be a 17mm hub option? if I DID happen to SOMEHOW acquire one, I'd like to be able to use my stockpile of 17mm MT wheels for my Savage with it. if the Matrix's hubs will fit, that'd be fine. Can you find out?
BTW, those aren't the engine mounts themselves, those are the plates that the engine mounts bolt to on almost all 1/8 buggy-esque cars.
so I'm coming directly after you, CEN Racing, if you guys make me buy one
Will there be a 17mm hub option? if I DID happen to SOMEHOW acquire one, I'd like to be able to use my stockpile of 17mm MT wheels for my Savage with it. if the Matrix's hubs will fit, that'd be fine. Can you find out?
BTW, those aren't the engine mounts themselves, those are the plates that the engine mounts bolt to on almost all 1/8 buggy-esque cars.
08-02-2006, 06:22 PM
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RE: Matrix Arena TR
Video of Cen Matrix Arena TR in action:
http://www.cenracing.com/area51/CENArenaTruck.wmv
Already a winner:
http://www.buggy-sport.info/blank.ph...contentid=4278
If you like the handling of the Jammin CRT, but the steering of the Kyosho ST-R, then you will love the Cen Matrix Arena TR. I personally designed and built the 1st prototype and it is by far the best handling Truggy ever made.
It will be available at Machine's R/C Hobbies first - pre-order yours today.
http://www.machines*********.com
Gene 'the machine' Hickerson
CEN Pro Factory Driver
http://www.cenracing.com/area51/CENArenaTruck.wmv
Already a winner:
http://www.buggy-sport.info/blank.ph...contentid=4278
If you like the handling of the Jammin CRT, but the steering of the Kyosho ST-R, then you will love the Cen Matrix Arena TR. I personally designed and built the 1st prototype and it is by far the best handling Truggy ever made.
It will be available at Machine's R/C Hobbies first - pre-order yours today.
http://www.machines*********.com
Gene 'the machine' Hickerson
CEN Pro Factory Driver
08-03-2006, 11:37 PM
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RE: Matrix Arena TR
Of course you would say that it is the best handling truggy, when they pay your salary, it is the same as Kani saying the STR is the best handling truggy. As with all RC racing set up and skill are most important things to getting good results.
08-04-2006, 01:20 PM
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RE: Matrix Arena TR
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Video of Cen Matrix Arena TR in action:
http://www.cenracing.com/area51/CENArenaTruck.wmv
Already a winner:
http://www.buggy-sport.info/blank.ph...contentid=4278
If you like the handling of the Jammin CRT, but the steering of the Kyosho ST-R, then you will love the Cen Matrix Arena TR. I personally designed and built the 1st prototype and it is by far the best handling Truggy ever made.
It will be available at Machine's R/C Hobbies first - pre-order yours today.
http://www.machines*********.com
Gene 'the machine' Hickerson
CEN Pro Factory Driver
Video of Cen Matrix Arena TR in action:
http://www.cenracing.com/area51/CENArenaTruck.wmv
Already a winner:
http://www.buggy-sport.info/blank.ph...contentid=4278
If you like the handling of the Jammin CRT, but the steering of the Kyosho ST-R, then you will love the Cen Matrix Arena TR. I personally designed and built the 1st prototype and it is by far the best handling Truggy ever made.
It will be available at Machine's R/C Hobbies first - pre-order yours today.
http://www.machines*********.com
Gene 'the machine' Hickerson
CEN Pro Factory Driver
08-05-2006, 07:36 AM
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RE: Matrix Arena TR
Looks pretty good.
A few comments;
I like the liberal use of "composites" as opposed to aluminum or CF. Composites can be made to be stronger and lightere than either Aluminum or CF. kinda the Losi "graphite" appoach. Very smart for weight savings.
I think the use of 4 brake discs shows an area that wasn't looked at. The ST-R's uses only 1 front and 1 rear, but the pads and disc are made of true brake quality components has it stopping on a dime. So, 4 discs are needed if the proper materials are used.
As far as handling. That is very SUBJECTIVE. Different drivig styles will prefer different handling characteristics. Just because it works for one person such as Gene (sponsored driver and "creator") doesn't mean is going to work for others. As an example, the ST-R. Alot of people I know find it fits them the best, However, there are a few who buy it and sell it because they just can't get it to "feel the way they like it". So, different strokes for different strokes. I myself don't believe there is ONE clear cut "BEST" truggy.
I also don't believe you can gain a lot from a video. Thats like buying a car based on a commercial with a professional driver. Unless you drive it, you really don't know what the limits are.....
A few comments;
I like the liberal use of "composites" as opposed to aluminum or CF. Composites can be made to be stronger and lightere than either Aluminum or CF. kinda the Losi "graphite" appoach. Very smart for weight savings.
I think the use of 4 brake discs shows an area that wasn't looked at. The ST-R's uses only 1 front and 1 rear, but the pads and disc are made of true brake quality components has it stopping on a dime. So, 4 discs are needed if the proper materials are used.
As far as handling. That is very SUBJECTIVE. Different drivig styles will prefer different handling characteristics. Just because it works for one person such as Gene (sponsored driver and "creator") doesn't mean is going to work for others. As an example, the ST-R. Alot of people I know find it fits them the best, However, there are a few who buy it and sell it because they just can't get it to "feel the way they like it". So, different strokes for different strokes. I myself don't believe there is ONE clear cut "BEST" truggy.
I also don't believe you can gain a lot from a video. Thats like buying a car based on a commercial with a professional driver. Unless you drive it, you really don't know what the limits are.....
08-05-2006, 07:51 AM
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RE: Matrix Arena TR
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Looks pretty good.
A few comments;
I like the liberal use of "composites" as opposed to aluminum or CF. Composites can be made to be stronger and lightere than either Aluminum or CF. kinda the Losi "graphite" appoach. Very smart for weight savings.
I think the use of 4 brake discs shows an area that wasn't looked at. The ST-R's uses only 1 front and 1 rear, but the pads and disc are made of true brake quality components has it stopping on a dime. So, 4 discs are needed if the proper materials are used.
As far as handling. That is very SUBJECTIVE. Different drivig styles will prefer different handling characteristics. Just because it works for one person such as Gene (sponsored driver and "creator") doesn't mean is going to work for others. As an example, the ST-R. Alot of people I know find it fits them the best, However, there are a few who buy it and sell it because they just can't get it to "feel the way they like it". So, different strokes for different strokes. I myself don't believe there is ONE clear cut "BEST" truggy.
I also don't believe you can gain a lot from a video. Thats like buying a car based on a commercial with a professional driver. Unless you drive it, you really don't know what the limits are.....
Looks pretty good.
A few comments;
I like the liberal use of "composites" as opposed to aluminum or CF. Composites can be made to be stronger and lightere than either Aluminum or CF. kinda the Losi "graphite" appoach. Very smart for weight savings.
I think the use of 4 brake discs shows an area that wasn't looked at. The ST-R's uses only 1 front and 1 rear, but the pads and disc are made of true brake quality components has it stopping on a dime. So, 4 discs are needed if the proper materials are used.
As far as handling. That is very SUBJECTIVE. Different drivig styles will prefer different handling characteristics. Just because it works for one person such as Gene (sponsored driver and "creator") doesn't mean is going to work for others. As an example, the ST-R. Alot of people I know find it fits them the best, However, there are a few who buy it and sell it because they just can't get it to "feel the way they like it". So, different strokes for different strokes. I myself don't believe there is ONE clear cut "BEST" truggy.
I also don't believe you can gain a lot from a video. Thats like buying a car based on a commercial with a professional driver. Unless you drive it, you really don't know what the limits are.....
08-18-2006, 09:06 PM
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RE: Matrix Arena TR
oh looks pretty good guys ,but for me that i am interested more in strengh than race porpuses,do guys are planing to make does plastic parts of the matrixx tr from aluminum too? i mean the chasis braces n servo cover....[
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08-18-2006, 10:12 PM
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its defintiley race worthy, i saw Matrix and Matrix TR TQ and won the R/C Car Action Race 1/8 buggy and truggy, now i am definitley getting one... for sure...
CEN said the pro kit wil be around $350 too.. NICE
CEN said the pro kit wil be around $350 too.. NICE
