IMPBA D12 FE Racing in 2011 (MD, DE, DC, VA, NC)

[Meniscus]

...I'm pretty sure your X-Crabs is considered a rigger. I cant find any technical standards for a rigger other than size in the rule book. But like Chuck said, even if the Crab is not considered a rigger, it would still fall under the hydro class with no minimum size and a max of 27" for N power and 34" for P-power. There is not even a separate "rigger class" for record trials, SAW's and heat racing. It's just "hydro" which could include rigger, cat, tunnel, mono with steps or even a non-legal sport hydro...

The issue is that the X-Crab is 27.4" and is likely only to run well on 2s1p (N-hydro). Worst case scenario, I'll have to break out the file and start at the sponsons! Who knows, it may be that I'll need to change the sponsons out for a different design. If that's the case, then I'll rebuild to 27" exactly to allow for either N or P in the future.

[Diegoboy]

I finally renewed my membership this morning!
...on to step 3

Step1: Get a competitive boat

Step2: Renew membership

Step3: Log some pond time before the races.

[Meniscus]

I finally renewed my membership this morning!
...on to step 3

Step1: Get a competitive boat

Step2: Renew membership

Step3: Log some pond time before the races.

What happened to rinse and repeat?

[Meniscus]

OK, is there any limit to parallel packs for time trials? I have a MaxAmp 2s(3p?) that I was considering running in a rigger for N-Hydro, mainly so I can push the COG forward.

Any rules on switches? I can't find any requirement.

Are we required to display IMPBA member # on models? The reason why I ask this is, I plan to bring several boats out to the races. If for some reason someone has an issue with theirs, then I'd like to offer them the opportunity to run one of mine if the need arises. Depending on what I bring, I may make a model available for an IC guy to try.

[egneg]

Ben there is no requirement to display the number, but from what I understand you can't switch boats during a race.

[Chilli]

Hey Ben,

No limit on parallel packs.

Switches are not madatory though a nice safety feature.

We are not required to display any IMPBA #'s on the boats.

For SAW and record ovals, If it isnt in the rule book, it's not required.

What Chuck said about changing boats in heat racing is true. Once you run a boat in a heat you can not run another boat in that same class. Basically it means no backup boats.

[Meniscus]

Thanks guys. What I was really thinking is, if the IC guys would like to have a hand at FE, I was going to try to make that possible.

[Diegoboy]

Meniscus,
Matrix update:
The cable was a .125. I pulled out the damaged aluminum stuffing tube and installed a brass 1/4" tube in it's place. Mow you can run a .150 with a teflon liner.

Wednesday should be good for a meeting to hand her back to you.

[Chilli]

I've got a new .150 flex I cut a little too short with a liner. I have no need for it and it's been sitting in a box for a year. You guys can have it if you want. Total length is 9-7/8".

[Diegoboy]

Thanks Mike. His .125 twisted and tore out the aluminum stuffing tube. needless to say, the prop and shaft are resting quietly now. It can get some good use in Ben's Matrix.

[Chilli]

Cool. Happy to keep it in the district!! PM me a address and I'll get it in the mail on Monday. Just want to verify, 3/16" shaft okay???

[Diegoboy]

3/16 is right. I don't know Ben's address... Ben??

[Meniscus]

Got the parts and don't need the cable. Thanks guys! I've been working on the X-Crab and doing a lot of thinking about what COG will be best. Jury is still out, but we'll have to see how she works. I still need another for my cat, but not going to race that so it can wait.

On the Matrix, some of the issue I believe is the fact that there was a large gap between the end of the tube and the coupler. When combined with an unsupported tube, it was only a matter of time. Just a shame I didn't untape to notice fracture in tube before loosing that prop. I still need to go over there with a magnet, but haven't made it over there.

[Chilli]

D12 Winter Meeting scheduled

The District 12 winter meeting is scheduled for Saturday March 26th, 11:30 sharp at Anna's Italian Restaurant 7009 Mechanicsville Tpke, Mechanicsville, VA 23111

The 2011 schedule will be announced, proposed rule/class changes will be discussed and voted on by Don and club officers. 2010 District Champion jackets might also be passed out if Don receives them in time.

I'm confidant I'll be able to attend. If anyone has a rules change proposal and cannot attend, forward it to your club officers. If you are not a club member, I'll be happy to present it on your behalf. I don't foresee any changes for any of the current FE classes since things went very well last season. If anyone wants to discuss a rules proposal, please start a new thread. I would like to keep this thread debate free.

FYI- Pond situations for two clubs still have not been resolved but the clubs involved are working hard to get their ponds secured for the season.

[Meniscus]

No luck on the ponds I'm working on. I'll let everyone know as soon as I know more.

Unfortunately, I'll be in Florida with my wife for the week of 19-27 March. Keep me up to date regarding the ponds.