Next generation Lazer ZX-5

[pererik]

Reading this article on Red RC, one must wonder what the new Lazer will look like.

"Not on the stand but expected to be released at the start of summer is the new FS 4wd electric buggy which is expected to feature a new carbon chassis for LiPo saddle packs and have the motor moved further to the rear."

Carbon chassis would be a major change to the basic concept of the car, but it sounds quite decent to move the motor further to the rear of the car to ensure the best balance.

Anyone seen any pictures or heard anything else?

[mattb]

i was just about to order my fs tommorow reading you post on the new car in just a couple of months i think i minght just wait!

[DCM]

sounds like the exact same concept of Fabiens chassis for the ZX-5, where the LiPo saddle is moved as far back as possible, to allow the motor to be moved back further.

[Alex H]

Kyosho likes these upgrade kits so why not one containing a chassis, topdeck and centre driveshafts etc.
If those are the main differences, it would be possible.

[pererik]

Originally Posted by mattb

i was just about to order my fs tommorow reading you post on the new car in just a couple of months i think i minght just wait!

I doubt the new kit will be here that fast, I'm guessing june or july, and kyosho usually brings the conversion from the old car first which is probably affordable.

[Dhami1]

ive seen shins 'latest' car with new chassis for lipo etc (NEW CAR) Its not much different to the current car tbh. i guess you could just buy the chassis when it came out. the motor looked to be in the same postition, but probably moved a few mm. The battery 'tabs' are wider apart to accom lipos.. i just had to shave mine off on the FS.. no big deal.

the best is the new battery posts for lipo.. those look mint alloy anodized.. ive got pics on my phone i could post. but if your looking to buy the lazer, id buy the current one (FS) and just get the necessary upgrades. ive only just had the FS, i'll probably just get the new chassis and battery posts when they come out, because it looks smart.

the new shell i like too... its high to better accom all the electrics and wiring below. But i guess this is just personal preference.

so bottom line is.. just buy the FS if your looking for a 4-wd car. There isnt much geometry change. You can always buy the optional parts if it really concerns you. Car is mint!

cheers
gurdy

[mattb]

Originally Posted by Dhami1

ive seen shins 'latest' car with new chassis for lipo etc (NEW CAR) Its not much different to the current car tbh. i guess you could just buy the chassis when it came out. the motor looked to be in the same postition, but probably moved a few mm. The battery 'tabs' are wider apart to accom lipos.. i just had to shave mine off on the FS.. no big deal.

the best is the new battery posts for lipo.. those look mint alloy anodized.. ive got pics on my phone i could post. but if your looking to buy the lazer, id buy the current one (FS) and just get the necessary upgrades. ive only just had the FS, i'll probably just get the new chassis and battery posts when they come out, because it looks smart.

the new shell i like too... its high to better accom all the electrics and wiring below. But i guess this is just personal preference.

so bottom line is.. just buy the FS if your looking for a 4-wd car. There isnt much geometry change. You can always buy the optional parts if it really concerns you. Car is mint!

cheers
gurdy

heres a link to a picture of the new fs your right mate the motor is in the same place http://www.petitrc.com/setup/kyosho/.../image003.html

[carlin]

Hi Guys,

Just got myself ZX-5 FS bummer i hope they do bring out upgrade kit.

Also when are these new bodies coming out they do look rather sexy