Xray XB2 2WD Buggy Thread
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#2926
alot of SRS - Phx - AZ drivers run their various make cars with their battery taped in, in stock and mod, whether they run clay indoor hi traction or at outdoor looser tracks. sorta a trend here
i space both rear carriers up also, actually started doing it not to prevent breaking but to stop the severe dragging of the rear carrier and rear A-arms. on a moist track they drag on huge jump launches and on landings. packing the area with mud because the rear lobes hang below the chassis. see first photo below.
http://www.rctech.net/forum/14489510-post2592.html
so even if Xray beefs them up, and Exotech makes a 3deg - beefed up version, if the lobes are still too low, i will continue spacing up both rear carriers. something imo, ozite track owners may want to watch out for on their tracks, with 2 ends of the rear carrier hitting the carpet first instead of just a chassis flat slapping on landings like other cars
i space both rear carriers up also, actually started doing it not to prevent breaking but to stop the severe dragging of the rear carrier and rear A-arms. on a moist track they drag on huge jump launches and on landings. packing the area with mud because the rear lobes hang below the chassis. see first photo below.
http://www.rctech.net/forum/14489510-post2592.html
so even if Xray beefs them up, and Exotech makes a 3deg - beefed up version, if the lobes are still too low, i will continue spacing up both rear carriers. something imo, ozite track owners may want to watch out for on their tracks, with 2 ends of the rear carrier hitting the carpet first instead of just a chassis flat slapping on landings like other cars
It felt a lot better at SRS. with all the elevation change and traction the car felt like the initial steering response was too much. doing this helped smooth out the car and make it not-so-snappy
#2928
I just got my schelle pistons. They will go in for tomorrow, and I'll start at 35 front and 32.5 rear.
I appreciate your posts Leon, a lot of REALLY good insight!
I appreciate your posts Leon, a lot of REALLY good insight!
#2929
I am considering trading my b5m in for an xb2 ce (run only on astro turf).
I had bought almost so much spares for the b5m, that I can build a second car, but only broke 1 shocktower.
What is wisdom? Buying a second xb2 for spares or just some spares? Which spares should I order then? I hate it when you have to drive 1hour to the track, race for 5minutes and break something you don't have as a spare.
I had bought almost so much spares for the b5m, that I can build a second car, but only broke 1 shocktower.
What is wisdom? Buying a second xb2 for spares or just some spares? Which spares should I order then? I hate it when you have to drive 1hour to the track, race for 5minutes and break something you don't have as a spare.
#2930
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aluminum rear roll center holder is the only must have. they strip easily if you raise the stud without using a longer stud.
My XB2 should be here soon. it is the CE edition and will only run on carpet.
What are the must have upgrades? I was thinking...
- alum front and rear roll center holders
- alum rear uprights
- alum servo mounts
- alum front brace and suspension holder?
- alum DE steering plate?
Will that about cover me for a nice durable, nimble, and smooth carpet and astro car?
What are the must have upgrades? I was thinking...
- alum front and rear roll center holders
- alum rear uprights
- alum servo mounts
- alum front brace and suspension holder?
- alum DE steering plate?
Will that about cover me for a nice durable, nimble, and smooth carpet and astro car?
#2931
Xb2 vs YZ2
Anyone on this thread know the difference in the 2 cars and driven both? Thought I'd get a balanced opinion. A YZ-2 guy mentioned people going from associated/Losi loved the xb2 and people from Yz2 to Xb2 said the xb2 was similar but not enough steering? Wonder if this is accurate
Last edited by JAE; 04-29-2016 at 06:50 PM. Reason: Sp
#2932
I was just cruising the Austrian Xray shop. I noticed that they have the Xray slipper eliminator along with 69 and 72 tooth spur gears listed! Cool for those running spec motors. Same with the extended shock ball ends and various other new optional parts.
http://www.xray-shop.at/
X324100 - SLIPPER ELIMINATOR - SET
X324122 - ALU SLIPPER ELIMINATOR DISC CARRIER - SWISS 7075 T
X324123 - ALU SLIPPER ELIMINATOR SPACER - SWISS 7075 T6
X325869 - SLIPPER ELIMINATOR COMPOSITE SPUR GEAR 69T / 48
X325872 - SLIPPER ELIMINATOR COMPOSITE SPUR GEAR 72T / 48
X328011 - SHOCK BALL JOINT 21MM (2)
http://www.xray-shop.at/
X324100 - SLIPPER ELIMINATOR - SET
X324122 - ALU SLIPPER ELIMINATOR DISC CARRIER - SWISS 7075 T
X324123 - ALU SLIPPER ELIMINATOR SPACER - SWISS 7075 T6
X325869 - SLIPPER ELIMINATOR COMPOSITE SPUR GEAR 69T / 48
X325872 - SLIPPER ELIMINATOR COMPOSITE SPUR GEAR 72T / 48
X328011 - SHOCK BALL JOINT 21MM (2)
Last edited by avaldes; 04-30-2016 at 11:38 PM. Reason: Added part numbers
#2933
There has been a lot of talk about getting those pieces. I know Xray has been listening and asking questions about what was needed for the stock guys.
#2934
CE on clay
Was thinking of picking up a CE as a second car. Anyone here running a CE on med med/high grip indoor clay? Any setup tips and can this car be as fast as the DE? I've seen a Yokomo yz2 carpet tear it up at my track on slicks
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#2940
Carpet on clay
Anyone have any examples where the carpet is faster than dirt on high bite clay with associated setup tips? Wondering if I bought my 2nd xb2 carpet in vain if only driving in clay? Thx
Last edited by JAE; 05-01-2016 at 10:14 AM. Reason: Sp