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07-11-2011, 01:35 PM

Boa

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Diff Oils

What is the best diff oil to use for speed passes or bashing 1/8 scale buggies?

07-11-2011, 01:39 PM

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Probably something not thick and smooth to allow the differentials to move very easily when running.

07-11-2011, 01:52 PM

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Ok thanks

07-11-2011, 03:08 PM

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Ok thanks

heavier= less wheel spin

lighter= more wheel spin

but too much spin will make the tires balloon and not run well

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07-11-2011, 04:12 PM

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Lighter will allow more spin and be loose. Heavier locks them up in a way.

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