NEW XRAY T2
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nova- you should also get the pdub front bumper. really helps with front knuckle/c-hub breakage
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OK, this kit came with the diff pre-assembled.. They feel about where I would have set them... I really don't need to take them apart now do I???
A pdub bumper?
A pdub bumper?
#5345
The diff is fine as it is so don't take it apart.
The P-Dub bumper is an aftermarket bumper that is way better than the stock bumper and will prevent as breaking parts even more. I will get you the link shortly
The P-Dub bumper is an aftermarket bumper that is way better than the stock bumper and will prevent as breaking parts even more. I will get you the link shortly
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Another bumper with which I've had a great deal of luck is the Parma ultimate foam bumper for the TC4. The holes line up rather closely and the foam has just enough give to it to fit. You have to do a bit more dremel work on it but it really fills out the front of the body. I've never broken a C-Hub but, I used to bend the snot out of the screws that hold the hingepin holders in place. Since I put that bumper on the car, I've not bent one yet. The P-Dub is a little bit TOO hard and it doesn't dissipate the energy of an impact at all. It just transfers it to the chassis. The Parma bumper is a bit softer foam and it will absorb and dissipate the energy of an impact 1000% better.
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THX guys, I'll be placing an order with pdubs after I break-in the car...
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Not to pre-judge your driving but if I were you, I'd go ahead and order a new bumper now or your Break-in period could be a literal one. Some (I) tend to drive a little hard even with a new car which could take a little getting used to.
I've also decided that one of the "flaws" with the T2 is that the threads on the axle tend to stick out too far and they are the culprits that cause the infamous C-hub damage. I added axtra washers to the outside of the wheel mounting nuts but others have just gone with Tamiya 6mm Hubs. This "Hides" the threads inside the nut and keep them from "Grabbing" the boards. (Couldn't be My driving)
I've also decided that one of the "flaws" with the T2 is that the threads on the axle tend to stick out too far and they are the culprits that cause the infamous C-hub damage. I added axtra washers to the outside of the wheel mounting nuts but others have just gone with Tamiya 6mm Hubs. This "Hides" the threads inside the nut and keep them from "Grabbing" the boards. (Couldn't be My driving)
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Originally Posted by PlainOleDave
Not to pre-judge your driving but if I were you, I'd go ahead and order a new bumper now or your Break-in period could be a literal one. Some (I) tend to drive a little hard even with a new car which could take a little getting used to.
I've also decided that one of the "flaws" with the T2 is that the threads on the axle tend to stick out too far and they are the culprits that cause the infamous C-hub damage. I added axtra washers to the outside of the wheel mounting nuts but others have just gone with Tamiya 6mm Hubs. This "Hides" the threads inside the nut and keep them from "Grabbing" the boards. (Couldn't be My driving)
I've also decided that one of the "flaws" with the T2 is that the threads on the axle tend to stick out too far and they are the culprits that cause the infamous C-hub damage. I added axtra washers to the outside of the wheel mounting nuts but others have just gone with Tamiya 6mm Hubs. This "Hides" the threads inside the nut and keep them from "Grabbing" the boards. (Couldn't be My driving)
When I put on the foam tires that came witht he kit they rub against the arms and knuckles....
And I ordered the bumper....
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S U R G E !
Mr. Northern Va. Racer ,
Also when you run foams you have to use the inter shock hole on the rear arms , So the tires dont rub . Outer holes used with rubbers tires !
Also rear shock tower where the roll centers R (the four small holes)you need to reinforce them , thats the weakest part of the car . You can add washers mod. them to fit ! Or someone makes the upgrade for them also !
Also when you run foams you have to use the inter shock hole on the rear arms , So the tires dont rub . Outer holes used with rubbers tires !
Also rear shock tower where the roll centers R (the four small holes)you need to reinforce them , thats the weakest part of the car . You can add washers mod. them to fit ! Or someone makes the upgrade for them also !
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Originally Posted by KAHUNA
Also rear shock tower where the roll centers R (the four small holes)you need to reinforce them , thats the weakest part of the car . You can add washers mod. them to fit ! Or someone makes the upgrade for them also !
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Tony, I'm looking forward to running carpet again soon. Gotta love the dirt, but I don't love the hour plus drive to go race. If you can, send me your set up. I'll be getting the BMI kit for it soon. Also, how does the KD compare to the C2 and the Atlas 19t? Haven't ran one yet.
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Originally Posted by Rob Phillips
Tony, I'm looking forward to running carpet again soon. Gotta love the dirt, but I don't love the hour plus drive to go race. If you can, send me your set up. I'll be getting the BMI kit for it soon. Also, how does the KD compare to the C2 and the Atlas 19t? Haven't ran one yet.