High vs. Low Ground Clearance

The TT-02 manual lets you adjust the ground clearance by flipping the hubs. Since I planned to run the car on dirt, I wanted to try both setups.

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I built the car in the low position first, then tested high and low on the same backyard track. I also tested both with the stock tires and taller rally tires.

A few things stood out:

Low setup: Felt more responsive and could be faster, but the chassis was more likely to bottom out and grab the dirt. I had to be more precise with my line.
High setup: Wasn’t quite as crisp, but it was much more consistent and easier to drive.
Stock tires: Raising the car helped them even more on dirt.
Rally tires: Still worked better for my track, but required the higher body position to prevent rubbing.

For my track, I ended up keeping it high. I’d rather have a car that’s consistently good than one that’s only fast when I find the perfect line.

What I Learned:

Low = more responsive and potentially faster.
High = more forgiving and consistent.