4LikesKyosho FW-05R
05-25-2005, 03:24 PM
#4681
I didn't use the shim. Take it out and it will work fine.
05-26-2005, 06:25 AM
#4682
Originally Posted by Robert-FW05
I still have problems mounting my 37t ring gears correctly. I mounted the shim on the outside of the gear-housing and it worked ok, but after i upgraded to the blue center shafts supplied with the r-kit the rear one locks because there is no axial space left.
When i put the shim on the inside it seems that the smaller ring gear rubbs the edge of the diff-housing which holds the rubber-seal in place.
Best regards,
Robert
When i put the shim on the inside it seems that the smaller ring gear rubbs the edge of the diff-housing which holds the rubber-seal in place.
Best regards,
Robert
if so then you do not have to use the shims
05-26-2005, 12:17 PM
#4684
Joe, YGPM.
05-26-2005, 08:17 PM
#4685
Tech Regular
kyosho parts
hey joe, look in the contact section and use the tool free #. call and order over the phone, if you have the part #'s. the guy there was very friendly and my parts will be here tommorow. and the price was the same as tower when they carried parts. hope this helps.
05-27-2005, 06:45 PM
#4687
Tech Regular
parts
got my parts from kyosho today as promised. ups does a good job of damaging the boxes! thank god itsw only plastic parts that i got. otherwise ide be worried. but its all good and kyosho rocks. i also asked the guy at customer service and he said i can order direct any time i need parts. great guys there. 
05-27-2005, 07:01 PM
#4688
Tech Regular
Cool, I was hoping they would do that.
05-27-2005, 07:06 PM
#4689
Tech Regular
yah! no probs either. also helps being friends w/team manager and at least 1 team driver.
05-28-2005, 09:33 PM
#4690
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05-28-2005, 09:40 PM
#4691
Here's what I've upgraded on the car:
Kyosho front shock tower mount.
Kyosho Shimo 7075 Alum Chassis.
Kyosho optional steering plate (more tuning for steering acknowledgement)
Five Star Alum Center Shaft.
3 racing Quick Change Center Bulkhead
39T Heavy Duty Ring Gear.
Kyosho Front and Rear 3mm Graphic shock tower
4 pcs Alum Wheel Hex.
Kyosho Graphic Upper deck.
Alum Muffler Stay holder
Lightweight Foam bumper
1 piece skyline high performance VR12s pipe.
RRR Front and Rear upright (FW-05RR Use)
All Allen hex stainless screws
Kyosho Shimo 7075 Alum Chassis.
Kyosho Alum Brake Disk Hub
1200 Receiver Battery.
The Shimo chassis has seen only 4 races with no practice in between.
Kyosho front shock tower mount.
Kyosho Shimo 7075 Alum Chassis.
Kyosho optional steering plate (more tuning for steering acknowledgement)
Five Star Alum Center Shaft.
3 racing Quick Change Center Bulkhead
39T Heavy Duty Ring Gear.
Kyosho Front and Rear 3mm Graphic shock tower
4 pcs Alum Wheel Hex.
Kyosho Graphic Upper deck.
Alum Muffler Stay holder
Lightweight Foam bumper
1 piece skyline high performance VR12s pipe.
RRR Front and Rear upright (FW-05RR Use)
All Allen hex stainless screws
Kyosho Shimo 7075 Alum Chassis.
Kyosho Alum Brake Disk Hub
1200 Receiver Battery.
The Shimo chassis has seen only 4 races with no practice in between.
05-29-2005, 02:01 AM
#4692
05-30-2005, 06:39 AM
#4694
Thank you 
05-30-2005, 08:42 AM
#4695
Congrats to Bobby Watson for winning the A-main today at Speedline Hobbies, Bobby was driving his Kyosho FW-05R with the Skyline VR12 pipe, Bobby's car was on rails he came from almost a lap down and battle his way to take over the lead at the last 2 minutes of the race! (with the help of my awsome pit work!! )
bobby see you at superiors!!
)bobby see you at superiors!!