New Release V2 Turtle Racing HD Clutch System

[TurtleRacing]

We saw such good results with the design of the TR Losi Carrier we decided to test it on the Baja, the results were beyond expectations!
So we went further!
I'm not going to bore you with a bunch of BS charts or blow any smoke here, this product will speak for itself! We have taken a design that has proved itself superior for years and improved it immensely!

Let's start with the carrier, the most important part!

Mega cooling fins that WORK! All of our testing has shown a reduction in bearing temps. My Glamis testers have said that clutch fade is GONE! The same was said at the track. The clutches and bearings stayed just as cool on the track as in the sand, and they stayed just as cool as any open carrier.

We kept the Very Important venting, allows a release for all the pressure that could build up in an enclosed system that is not vented.

The Trans Plate mount is now a separate piece! This means you no longer need to take apart what seems to be the whole rear end of the Baja to access the clutch. Now you have all the benefits of the enclosed carrier with the ONLY benefit of the open carrier, easy access!

Trans Plate mount is a perfect fit with the V2 Enclosed carrier so nothing gets in. It is included with the system.

Now Onto the Gear Plate!

Screw on Gear cover mounts built right in! 1pc with the gear plate. We also made sure the Modified RC Billet gear cover fits. No more hard to get at clips and breaking plastic pins! Screw your gear cover on and forget it! This will extend the life of your gear cover!


Tabs on the gear plate prevent your gear cover from hitting the spur gear. This to will extend the life of your gear cover.



One last addition, we counter bored the front screw hole in the carrier where the gear plate screws onto the carrier, we have an equal boss on the gear plate to strengthen that small area of the gear plate.





The Boss is not shown on the gear plate in the pic as that pic is one of our first prototypes.
The V2 Clutch System will be available in February.

[Traffic Baron]

Nice work!

[CraftWerks-RC]

Nicely Done..... Some great updates!

[robmob]

Great job!

[Chase]

Awesome design, not much more to say. :)

[arthurdaley]

Originally Posted by TurtleRacing

We saw such good results with the design of the TR Losi Carrier we decided to test it on the Baja, the results were beyond expectations!
So we went further!
I'm not going to bore you with a bunch of BS charts or blow any smoke here, this product will speak for itself! We have taken a design that has proved itself superior for years and improved it immensely!

Let's start with the carrier, the most important part!

Mega cooling fins that WORK! All of our testing has shown a reduction in bearing temps. My Glamis testers have said that clutch fade is GONE! The same was said at the track. The clutches and bearings stayed just as cool on the track as in the sand, and they stayed just as cool as any open carrier.

We kept the Very Important venting, allows a release for all the pressure that could build up in an enclosed system that is not vented.

The Trans Plate mount is now a separate piece! This means you no longer need to take apart what seems to be the whole rear end of the Baja to access the clutch. Now you have all the benefits of the enclosed carrier with the ONLY benefit of the open carrier, easy access!

Trans Plate mount is a perfect fit with the V2 Enclosed carrier so nothing gets in. It is included with the system.

Now Onto the Gear Plate!

Screw on Gear cover mounts built right in! 1pc with the gear plate. We also made sure the Modified RC Billet gear cover fits. No more hard to get at clips and breaking plastic pins! Screw your gear cover on and forget it! This will extend the life of your gear cover!


Tabs on the gear plate prevent your gear cover from hitting the spur gear. This to will extend the life of your gear cover.



One last addition, we counter bored the front screw hole in the carrier where the gear plate screws onto the carrier, we have an equal boss on the gear plate to strengthen that small area of the gear plate.





The Boss is not shown on the gear plate in the pic as that pic is one of our first prototypes.
The V2 Clutch System will be available in February.

I am impressed who says you cant teach an old dog new tricks, looking forward to getting both the Losi one very soon and even treat my 5T, as I think it feels neglected since the Losi came along, I know my MCD and Smartech Titan are, well at least I will not feel guilty for selling them.
More money for hopups less different spares to carry one less truck to lug to the track or bashing spot. I told the wife buying the Losi would be cheaper in the long run, and heres my first bit of proof, only two parts to buy lol.

[TurtleRacing]

We did get temp comparison, the V2 is running 60% cooler.
I wanted to wait to post any temps till I had everyone's numbers so I could do an average of all the reported temps.
We have seen results better than 60% cooler but I feel very safe saying 60%.

[arthurdaley]

Originally Posted by TurtleRacing

We did get temp comparison, the V2 is running 60% cooler.
I wanted to wait to post any temps till I had everyone's numbers so I could do an average of all the reported temps.
We have seen results better than 60% cooler but I feel very safe saying 60%.

Thats impressive, I know you boys in the USA who are lucky enough to have long hot dry summers will appreciate it, I am not so sure us in the UK will fully appreciate it.
The only benefit I can see for myself is longer run times with my 5T, as the clutch will not let go under heavy abuse, but every day running, non competetive will not test it to its limits.
But as a nice piece of very functional bling, it is up there with the rest of your products.
As I have still got three HPI Baja's and only my T is running your modified V1 clutch system I will be putting the V2 on the T and putting your original set up from the T on one of the Buggies.
My 5T does give the clutch a hard time, as it weigh's in at just over 40lb is running a BSW two speed and a mild power upgrade to a 28.5cc overbore, so the clutch does work hard.

[TurtleRacing]

We made one change, now you can get the carrier on and off without removing the Brake Rotors too.

[LOST IN MN]

Now thats just some damn fine thought put into an existing product. Well done Dave!!!!!

[robmob]

Very nicely done Dave.

[Duda Designs RC]

Just gets better by the day! Thanks Dave

[looseman]

Originally Posted by Duda Designs RC

Just gets better by the day! Thanks Dave

^+1 great idea Dave

[TurtleRacing]

Thanks guys! We're really trying to make this the Best possible and I think we've exceeded that!
I was always very proud of the results of our original clutch system, but this V2 has me all giddy :)

[CraftWerks-RC]

Time to sell off a couple V1's and upgrade...

[arthurdaley]

Originally Posted by TurtleRacing

Thanks guys! We're really trying to make this the Best possible and I think we've exceeded that!
I was always very proud of the results of our original clutch system, but this V2 has me all giddy :)

Well what with your Losi braces "got",Losi clutch bell carrier "on order", now your V2.5 pullstart for all my Rc's, and now a improved clutch for my 3 Baja's, also I like the cover turret's that will save me fabricating my own, as I have had to for my two B's and my T.
I think I will change my handle to either Poor but Happy, or Turtle racing parts addicted.

[TurtleRacing]

Here's a picture of the boss we added to the Gear Plate.

[Gecko265]

very nicely done!