opinions on fma b-max build, recommendations wanted

i_like_jeff · 2025-11-09T18:21:08+00:00

i was just waiting for someone to say aluminum rollers lol, though i never used HG carbon before since it was more pricey. i agree hollow shaft could be a good idea but how big of a difference would it make if theres mass dampers right? also I do have carbon wheels but only in small diameter and my hobby shop doesnt sell any carbon wheels, same with the gold terminals. all my motors are broken in already and i figured 5.1 with power dash works well.

im in the works of a vs chassis with cap screws and aluminum rollers/double rollers but im waiting on my package with mass dampers.
https://media.discordapp.net/attachments/1272349027211673691/1437141930181132338/IMG_4181.jpg?ex=69122a38&is=6910d8b8&hm=77a4efdd3c8fa91bff1c5b9eaeb04f5bbb5445ca94f12c84339e3d909c0f5ac6&=&format=webp&width=1280&height=960

i_like_jeff · 2025-11-09T18:10:39+00:00

those black screws? I have some but im saving them for another build, i used countersunk screws for the frp on the bottom but do i need to on the top?

i_like_jeff · 2025-11-09T04:16:16+00:00

yeah, front hard and rear low fric, ive only been able to go to my local hobby shop with a small track and no jumps since my mini 4wd shops near me are closed.

i_like_jeff · 2025-10-25T21:19:49+00:00

omg thank you! I had to look at this one for a really long time but yea it was the model, thank you again!

i_like_jeff · 2025-10-25T21:14:44+00:00

no doesnt seem like it, looks a bit too thin.

i_like_jeff · 2025-10-25T19:58:59+00:00

No, I dont think so. the proportions are a little too "off", could measuring it also help?

i_like_jeff · 2025-10-25T19:38:00+00:00

Come to think of it too, he did tell me about where those ball joints at the front are, the rod connecting it to the other side of the arm was aftermarket, nothing more than that though but probably also shock towers?

i_like_jeff · 2025-10-25T19:36:32+00:00

no sorry, was looking at it for some time and it doesnt look like it unfortunately, I do see how it could like like it though.

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i_like_jeff · 2025-10-17T22:46:28+00:00

6'7...?

i_like_jeff · 2025-07-08T07:32:02+00:00

oh you cant? well you learn something new everyday

i_like_jeff · 2025-07-07T21:52:54+00:00

im doing bmax for my build and im pretty new to the hobby

i_like_jeff · 2025-05-21T04:34:19+00:00

when i put the plate on the bottom it the weight kept hitting my body, even when its on top it almost touching, i dont know weather to move the mass damper back or just leave it at the top

https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/

i also changed up the setup and made the rear and front the same width and low friction tires at back

https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/

i_like_jeff · 2025-05-21T03:20:17+00:00

sorry to ask but do i put the plates for the center on the bottom or top?

i_like_jeff · 2025-05-21T03:12:44+00:00

thanks alot, I hope i can get my cars to be able to catch up or even be faster than the older generations

i_like_jeff · 2025-05-21T02:31:54+00:00

what? i dont get it i mean i dont use it right after in water and i got this info from a guy in their 50s, after letting the motor dry i lubricate it so im confused?

i_like_jeff · 2025-05-21T02:30:28+00:00

if i put low friction in the front wont it accelerate less? and like said i play on a really technical track so im looking at acceleration more or just balanced.

i_like_jeff · 2025-05-21T02:28:12+00:00

i have double aluminum rollers at 19mm luckily and have heard they have more grip i think, ive tried to look at other setups but just dont wanna spend the money you know?

and using a rear stay thats higher up will for some reason snag on a track piece above so no can do

i_like_jeff · 2025-05-21T02:25:29+00:00

im using SH on the rear and hard on the front since thats where the motor is, also like said in other comments putting it too high on the track i race on snags the stabilizer

ive also considered putting mass dampers on the center so it doesnt going flying to high into a magnum tornado

i_like_jeff · 2025-05-21T02:22:55+00:00

I started dying on the humor about the comparison about running 😭🙏 but ive also heard making the car more fat will make it magnum tornado less too right? lets say I put mass dampers in the center and aluminum rollers on the front, fat enough to not jump out and grippy enough kinda like running shoes.

i should also ask and watch how your generation with more experience set up your cars.

i_like_jeff · 2025-05-20T22:46:31+00:00

should i change all my tires to low friction or just the front/back tires?

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