Tekno RC EB48.3 Thread
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#2776
Tech Regular
installed the new steering and ackerman plate. Such a big difference. Really big improvement. Still a lot of steering without feeling twitchy. It's a must have. All those who didn't like how aggressive the .3 was might change their mind with the updated steering. The buggy can drive much harder. The old steering somewhat prevented hard driving and confidence, but this update makes a very positive difference.
Most brands don't change their steering feel, but I'm glad tekno is willing to make changes for the better.
Other than the ackerman plate, steering bellcrank and two 3x10mm screws, cutting out extra space in the body for the new steering needs to be done. I'd recommend getting shorter turnbuckles because I have them as tight as possible without digging into the pivitballs, yet still getting toe in.
Most brands don't change their steering feel, but I'm glad tekno is willing to make changes for the better.
Other than the ackerman plate, steering bellcrank and two 3x10mm screws, cutting out extra space in the body for the new steering needs to be done. I'd recommend getting shorter turnbuckles because I have them as tight as possible without digging into the pivitballs, yet still getting toe in.
#2777
I'm really interested to see how much of a difference the .4 steering changes really make. Everyone makes it sound like a great improvement.
#2778
The steering links are a slight improvement, but the wider end plates and arms will be the other part of the equation to help settle down the rear of any .3's. I've read that the team drivers are no longer using the steering stop screws/4 washers in the front spindles as the rear end coming around isn't an issue on the EB48.4.
#2779
Tech Regular
The steering links are a slight improvement, but the wider end plates and arms will be the other part of the equation to help settle down the rear of any .3's. I've read that the team drivers are no longer using the steering stop screws/4 washers in the front spindles as the rear end coming around isn't an issue on the EB48.4.
#2780
The steering links are a slight improvement, but the wider end plates and arms will be the other part of the equation to help settle down the rear of any .3's. I've read that the team drivers are no longer using the steering stop screws/4 washers in the front spindles as the rear end coming around isn't an issue on the EB48.4.
Per the Manual: NOTE: The steering stops provide adjustable travel limiters to control overall steering throw. We recommend 1 washer on each side. With too much steering travel,
the rear end will lose traction around corners, the vehicle will be very hard to drive and it will be more prone to breaking parts.
#2781
Tech Master
installed the new steering and ackerman plate. Such a big difference. Really big improvement. Still a lot of steering without feeling twitchy. It's a must have. All those who didn't like how aggressive the .3 was might change their mind with the updated steering. The buggy can drive much harder. The old steering somewhat prevented hard driving and confidence, but this update makes a very positive difference.
Most brands don't change their steering feel, but I'm glad tekno is willing to make changes for the better.
Other than the ackerman plate, steering bellcrank and two 3x10mm screws, cutting out extra space in the body for the new steering needs to be done. I'd recommend getting shorter turnbuckles because I have them as tight as possible without digging into the pivitballs, yet still getting toe in.
Most brands don't change their steering feel, but I'm glad tekno is willing to make changes for the better.
Other than the ackerman plate, steering bellcrank and two 3x10mm screws, cutting out extra space in the body for the new steering needs to be done. I'd recommend getting shorter turnbuckles because I have them as tight as possible without digging into the pivitballs, yet still getting toe in.
I grabbed lunsford links 6mm shorter to do the conversion on my SCT.
#2782
Steering links? Like I said, I did not read this somewhere. I actually got the Ackerman plate days ago and from testing that alone settled the whole car down. I changed nothing in the setup when swapping out Ackerman plates. Steering is strong, but not twitchy where it used to swing the car around. It's something you can feel when actually driving it.
#2783
Tech Regular
#2784
Tech Regular
Yeah I plan on getting some lunsford turnbuckles. Right now I'm getting a bit of toe in, but I still haven't removed the steering stop washers so that might balance it out a bit for now.
#2785
Today I ordered the new .4 A arms (F&R), C & D hinge pin holders, composite shock caps (for emulsion) and shock stand offs. This should give my .3 all of the benefits of the .4's geometry and improved handling for under a $150.00. I think I'll be fine without the new internal gearing, front spindle bearings and universals.
#2786
Today I ordered the new .4 A arms (F&R), C & D hinge pin holders, composite shock caps (for emulsion) shock stand offs and 4 hole pistons. This should give my .3 all of the benefits of the .4's handling for under a $150.00. I think I'll be fine without the new internal gearing, front spindle bearings and universals.
#2787
Tech Regular
Update on the jconcepts s1 body.
Switched to the outer hole on my tekno servo horn. The s1 body does not have space for it. That's with the updated steering. Too bad because performance wise handling improved. I did cut out that area but now it's split between the center and right side, up front.
Didn't have problems when using the inner hole with the older ackerman plate. Hopefully there will be aftermarket bodies for the .4
Switched to the outer hole on my tekno servo horn. The s1 body does not have space for it. That's with the updated steering. Too bad because performance wise handling improved. I did cut out that area but now it's split between the center and right side, up front.
Didn't have problems when using the inner hole with the older ackerman plate. Hopefully there will be aftermarket bodies for the .4
#2788
#2789
Today I ordered the new .4 A arms (F&R), C & D hinge pin holders, composite shock caps (for emulsion) and shock stand offs. This should give my .3 all of the benefits of the .4's geometry and improved handling for under a $150.00. I think I'll be fine without the new internal gearing, front spindle bearings and universals.
You can't use the old spindle carriers and the new front arms together since the hole sizes won't work together. The new rear arms also won't work without the new rear hubs since it's a new offset. And if you're going to run the new rear hubs you have to use the new universals. Same thing in the front, the arms, carriers, spindles, and unis all have to be used together.
If you're going to upgrade in stages you'll have to do the entire rear suspension with driveshafts, the entire front with driveshafts, the whole steering assembly, the new gearing, and the new shock parts. I think that's it .
#2790
Hmm, I made this purchase based on the following compatibility descritpion listed on the sellers web site.
"TKR8184 – Suspension Arms (rear, EB/NB48.4)
These arms have a new design that shifts the shock mounting point out towards the wheel for added high speed stability. These are backwards compatible with the original EB/NB but must be used in conjunction with the new front shock tower (TKR5269). Original rear hubs are NOT compatible. These must be used in conjuction with the newer .3 hubs (TKR5199/TKR5199A).
Note: these arms are not left right compatible."
I have the Rear .3 hubs and the .3 HRC hubs already and will assemble them and see what happens I guess. If this fails I'll have to consider spending some more money
"TKR8184 – Suspension Arms (rear, EB/NB48.4)
These arms have a new design that shifts the shock mounting point out towards the wheel for added high speed stability. These are backwards compatible with the original EB/NB but must be used in conjunction with the new front shock tower (TKR5269). Original rear hubs are NOT compatible. These must be used in conjuction with the newer .3 hubs (TKR5199/TKR5199A).
Note: these arms are not left right compatible."
I have the Rear .3 hubs and the .3 HRC hubs already and will assemble them and see what happens I guess. If this fails I'll have to consider spending some more money
Last edited by suzukipro; 01-30-2017 at 08:45 PM.