@ jamminj650 :
I chose the DF03 for its intriguing layout and the endless hopup abilities. It's just a project for me as I'll still be racing the TRF501X at our nationals. After all, I became vice-champion this year so I'm not complaining about the performance of the TRF. I'd say the Durga is a safer bet in terms of performance because of its proven TRF501X suspension.
@DCM :
During the build, I already figured the rear outdrives could cause problems in the longer term, so they will be included in my next HK order.
about the gearbox : having driven a ZX5 in 2006, I take GOOD care when it comes to gear mesh
The rear wishbone mounting : I'll be making a longer chassis this winter so I'll have a good look at the possibilities. Does Tamiya make something like the antisquad block on a Losi XXX CR ? The easiest option would indeed be to tilt the entire rear gearbox. I did this before as an emergency measure but it's a bit of a crude sollution.
Do you have some more info on the castor blocks ? 3racing and the other hopup companies all have alu blocks but they don't mention castor.
Just a thought : i noticed a slight sweepback on the front wishbones. I was thinking of flipping the wishbones back to front to gain some extra wheelbase. The shocks will be mounted on the front of the shocktower then.