Mini Z Racing

MZAI

Details of Mini Z Racing complete with large Mini Z Race track and fully operational timing system.

Every Wednesday starting 17th Jan '07
Location: St Brigids Boys School Foxrock
Time : 7.30pm - 10.30pm

General Car Specifications
- Kyosho Mini Z MR 02 Spec MM or RM
- Foam or Rubber Tyres
- Motor is open up to the value of €20
- Batteries AAA up to 1000a

Some useful websites to purchase cars and accessories
- www.Ebay.com
- www.rcmart.com
- www.atomicmods.com
- www.rc-mushroom.com
- www.ishiimokei.com

Transponders can be bought track side at €40.
Fee of €5 per driver.

Details of '07 championship to be announced shortly.

Mr Ben

Are the transponders mini-z for the infra red bridge? We race every tuesday night in galway but i may be able to get over to you one wednesday when working in Swords if thats ok?

vectra

Mr Ben wrote:

Are the transponders mini-z for the infra red bridge?

What timing system are ye using ?

MZAI

Mr Ben
Yes the transponders are for the Infra Red Bridge. That would be great if you can make it. The more people we get the better. SHould make for a better championship.

vectra
The system that we use is 'Kyosho LapZ' timing system

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can we race xmods? Mini Z's are too pricey for me ;(

Plug

...or mini-t's? Finally got me hands on one!

Mr Ben

Lapz that's what i meant just couldn't remember the name,
How long should it take to drive from Swords to Foxrock might make your 1st night but depends on what time i can leave work

vectra

MZAI wrote:

The system that we use is 'Kyosho LapZ' timing system

Are you sure it is not the "Laps Free" system?

Sounds similar to the one we use.
Did you buy it from a guy in the UK?
Manchester I think it was.

MZAI

Mr Ben
Swords to Foxrock. I think you can just take the M50 down as far as Leapardstown Exit or maybe the next exit. According to route planner it takes 30 mins - minus the traffic!!

vectra
Its the Kyosho Lapz Timing system. The website is http://www.lapz.com

MZAI

Flunked Plug
Sorry just Kyosho Mini Z Mr02 spec at this time.

nikimere

i live in foxrock and i am considering getting into this. i had a look at the links you provided but its all very confusing. i'm new to this, could someone tell me exactly what it is i need?

2 Espressi

Mini-z's are sold as RTR kits, but can be upgraded. The Atomic Mods motor is one of the better one you can get. You'll need 4xAAA for the car, and 8xAA for the transmitter. The tranmitter is 27MHz AM, so if you have one of there allready, then you can use that.

MZAI, are hopups like bearings and ball diffs allowed?

nikimere

are the shells inter-changable? i like the nascar ones...
it there anywhere in Ireland to buy these?

MZAI

2 Espressi
Yes Ball Diffs and bearings are allowed. The motor is open up to the value of €20 but note that the electronics on the car are to be left as standard which rules out some of the high performance motors. Other plastic bits can be upgraded and also shocks. It really isnt necessary to upgrade much just the correct motor, Ball Diff and Bearings I think should get you on the pace!

nikimere
There are 2 configurations that you can run on your Mini Z. RM (Rear Mounted Motor) MM (Mid Mounted Motor) Each configuration requires a certain type of bodyshell, so just look out for this when you purchase. From my experience the MM Config with McClaren bodyshell are the best handling.
Kits / Bodyshells can be ordered trackside or you can purchase from the web addresses I posted earlier.


Sure come down and Wednesday and have a look round and see what other people are running.

Mr Ben

MZAI
I have kyosho brand X-Speed motor with standard electronics,i know you said €20 but this was purchased in shop in Ireland for €28 instead of the web which probably have cheaper deals, can this be used?

Also how about a weekend of all the mini-z clubs later in the year maybe in a hotel central to any clubs involved?

nikimere

MZAI wrote:

nikimere
There are 2 configurations that you can run on your Mini Z. RM (Rear Mounted Motor) MM (Mid Mounted Motor) Each configuration requires a certain type of bodyshell, so just look out for this when you purchase. From my experience the MM Config with McClaren bodyshell are the best handling.
Kits / Bodyshells can be ordered trackside or you can purchase from the web addresses I posted earlier.


Sure come down and Wednesday and have a look round and see what other people are running.

How much are they? I'd be interested in the MM McLaren one if it's the best.
I'll prob call down next wed alright. Where exactly in foxrock is it?

MZAI

nikimere
Its in St Brigids Boys School. 7.30 - 10.30. Should be some prices on those websites that I posted earlier and we can advise you when you come down.

Mr Ben
Yes that Kyosho motor is allowed, infact alot of people are running with it at present.

MZAI

Just like to thank all those who turned up yesterday evening for our first Mini-Z Race evening.

Big thanks to Dennis for sorting us out with an ideal sports hall in which to lay our Mini Z track.

Racing will be on again next Wednesday 24th same time 7.30pm - 10.30pm