New Schelle Racing D413 aluminum stretch chassis, new steel B5M C-mount

0 Nov. 11, 2015, 12:32 p.m.

By Aaron Waldron
LiveRC.com

New from Schelle Racing Innovations:
www.schelleracing.com

D413 Stretch Aluminum Chassis Set
#SCH1104, $85

The Schelle D413 Stretch Chassis Set is now available in Aluminum. The aliminum version chassis is ideal for high grip tracks, like sugar, carpet, and indoor blue-groove. The reduced flex and added weight stablize the car in high grip conditions.

After watching the D413 in the hands of several locals as well as Schelle team drivers, the ROAR Champion car received great reviews and praise. The keen eye of chief engineer Kurt Wenger observed that a lengthened wheelbase could improve the car even more. The D413 in kit chassis length pitches very quickly front to rear when entering and exiting turns. Drivers are also aware that in shorty configuration the D413 can struggle with exaggerated throttle response in the air.

The +4mm longer wheelbase of the stretch chassis gives the car a longer footprint, reducing the pitching weight transfer that can cause the car to “3 wheel” and pick up a rear tire in the turns. Also in the air, the car with the longer chassis is less sensitive. All in all, test drivers reported that the car was easier to control and drive hard without getting upset on braking, turn-in, or corner exit. Jumping landings into turns are easier to control as well.

In addition, on medium to large tracks, drivers will see more consistent lap times as the longer wheelbase is smoother and more stable in high-speed sweepers. The Schelle chassis set will be an advantage for larger track sizes and as grip increases (grooved, carpet, and sugar). The chassis is offered in premium carbon fiber material to keep the running weight near 1700 grams to take advantage of the lightweight “shorty” configuration.

The Schelle D413 Stretch Chassis kit is designed to fit kit and aftermarket bodies and body mount holes, with only slight trimming needed on the nose cone.

D413 Stretch Aluminum Chassis Set:

+4mm extended length with +4mm Front Top Deck.
2.5mm 7075 Aluminum, CNC cut and black hard anodized.
Fits all kit and aftermarket D413 bodies.
Schelle D413 Chassis Protector (by UpGrade RC) included
Includes aluminum chassis, front top deck, instruction, chassis protector, O-ring dogbone spacers, Schelle mini decal.

B5M Steel C Mount, Black
SCH1202, $19

The Schelle B5M Steel C Mount adds weight where you need it down low, and directly in front of the rear axle. Specifically designed to plant the rear end, the Steel C is perfect for 3-Gear customers looking for more confidence in their ride. The added 15 grams give helps the car rotate through the turns and lets you put down the power on exit. Use thread lock to secure the mount and it will stay securely on the chassis while racers can replace the plastic inserts to adjust toe-in and anti-squat. This C Mount looks great with a stealthy black coating, and is a great compliment to the existing Schelle Aluminum "D" Mount.

B5M Steel C Mount Features:

Increased durability and adding 15g total weight ahead of the rear axle (+10g heavier than aluminum)
Increased rear grip for 3-Gear, helps 3-Gear car rotate in turns and accelerate straight on exit.
Precision CNC machined, black coated.
Adjust toe-in and anti-squat by changing plastic inserts instead of removing the "C" mount off of the chassis.
Schelle snap case and mini decal included. Save the snap case to hold your spare inserts!
Compatible with all standard width arm mount systems, will not work with +4mm wide pin systems.
Fits B5M, T5M, SC5M. ASC91385 toe inserts required.

*Schelle recommend using blue thread lock on screws when installing.