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Old 07-06-2015, 10:41 AM
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Any current issues getting parts for this car from tower or amain? If it were issues getting parts for this probably won't get the d815 world's edition
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Old 07-06-2015, 10:52 AM
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Originally Posted by 1evo RRR Driver
I wanna do it...........but everywhere i read they say cvd works better!!! I don't wanna go backwards!!
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Mugen Seiki Rear Universal Set
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Old 07-06-2015, 10:54 AM
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Yup, Mugen MBX7R front unis (MUGE2218) work on the front and rear of the D812 without any mods. You can still use the HB hexes. If you use the stock MBX7R hexes, your track width will be a total of 2mm shorter since each Mugen hex is 1mm shorter than the HB hex.

There are very subtle differences in traction between uni, cvd, and dog bones. HB already has a dog bone option which is supposed to give the most traction. I've tried the cvd and unis and can't tell the difference in traction between the two.

I usually use roll center, droop, or suspension settings to change the handling characteristics. Changing from uni to cvd would be such a subtle fine tuning option that most probably wouldn't notice the difference.

The big difference as many have noted is durability. I've had several cvd pins fail, so before any important race, I rebuild my cvds. It was starting to get expensive buying rebuild kits and new axles, so I eliminated all cvds and replaced with either unis or dog bones.
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Old 07-06-2015, 10:55 AM
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Originally Posted by rosko
Any current issues getting parts for this car from tower or amain? If it were issues getting parts for this probably won't get the d815 world's edition
Between Tower, Amain, Absolute Hobbyz, and ebay, you can find most and part for the d812 or d815.
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Old 07-06-2015, 12:06 PM
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Anyone have a 23 tooth throttle horn they'd part with? Out of stock everywhere, and I only have the 25.
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Old 07-08-2015, 11:30 AM
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Originally Posted by aznitronut
It should be much better, get ready to spend some money, amain sells them for bout 58 buck a pair.
You won't see any difference in handling, just less maintenance. I have them on both cars and couldn't tell any difference.
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Old 07-19-2015, 02:13 AM
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Hey guys, what part numbers do I need to get to convert to center dog bones?

HPI 8x83mm Center/Front Driveshaft HPI103664 - HPI 8x83mm Center/Front Driveshaft

HPI 8x110mm Center/Rear Driveshaft HPI103665 - HPI 8x110mm Center/Rear Driveshaft

HPI 5x13x20mm Differential Pinion Gear Drive Cup HPI103663

Is this all I need?
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Old 07-20-2015, 01:36 PM
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Originally Posted by Socket
Hey guys, what part numbers do I need to get to convert to center dog bones?

HPI 8x83mm Center/Front Driveshaft HPI103664 - HPI 8x83mm Center/Front Driveshaft

HPI 8x110mm Center/Rear Driveshaft HPI103665 - HPI 8x110mm Center/Rear Driveshaft

HPI 5x13x20mm Differential Pinion Gear Drive Cup HPI103663

Is this all I need?
Yes, you will be all set with those items.
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Old 07-24-2015, 03:03 PM
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30% off all Hot bodies parts and accessories and free shipping.

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I'm selling a ED812 if anyone looking for one.
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Originally Posted by alejoal07
I just wanted to share the mod I will do to my V2 radio tray when I get it since I'm not confortable with puting the transponder in the receiver box.

Just wanted to do a followup on this mod... I already did it and it works wonders... Pictures below




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Old 07-28-2015, 05:47 PM
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Some photos of the modded steering assembly.
Much appreciated Socket, Thanks....
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Old 08-03-2015, 02:17 AM
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guys im getting into track racing and i own a d8T tesserman edition NITRO and I love it. I also own a electric Vorza.

Im looking to swap or sell off the Vorza soon and get a D8 or D812.

I have allot of parts already for the Vorza and the D8T.

So im just wondering should I just get the D8 or should I be going for the newer D812?

Would the diffs I have for the D8T still fit the D812? I know they should be the same as the D8 but not sure about the D812.

Whats the main differences between the D8 and D812?

I know the new D815 is out now but I cant afford that much for now.

Any help here would be great thanks
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Originally Posted by stalyoni
guys im getting into track racing and i own a d8T tesserman edition NITRO and I love it. I also own a electric Vorza.

Im looking to swap or sell off the Vorza soon and get a D8 or D812.

I have allot of parts already for the Vorza and the D8T.

So im just wondering should I just get the D8 or should I be going for the newer D812?

Would the diffs I have for the D8T still fit the D812? I know they should be the same as the D8 but not sure about the D812.

Whats the main differences between the D8 and D812?

I know the new D815 is out now but I cant afford that much for now.

Any help here would be great thanks
The D812 is a vast improvement over the D8. Also pretty much all the D812 parts are still available everywhere and you can upgrade your D812 with most of the D815 parts if you so choose to down the road.
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Old 08-03-2015, 03:37 PM
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So I have a question about my D812...

Has anyone else noticed or commented on how much play there is at the wheels? By this I mean...grab a wheel and see how much it jiggles around because of bearing/axle play, tie rod end play, servo saver etc... I think it's quite ridiculous how loose the whole setup is.

Does anyone think this is a problem? Is there a fix?...and am I just crazy because this really doesn't effect the buggy's handling much.
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