Tamiya TRF418
#1426
Tech Master
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Just bought a TRF418 after being out of the hobby for 5 years. My local track requires a final ratio of 3.15 (Using a 17.5t brushless and Fleta euro blink esc)
Is it possible to run a spur an pinion to give this in 64 or 48dp? If so any ideas what I will need to get. Just started building it and worried about ordering something that will not fit.
Any help greatly appreciated.
Is it possible to run a spur an pinion to give this in 64 or 48dp? If so any ideas what I will need to get. Just started building it and worried about ordering something that will not fit.
Any help greatly appreciated.
#1428
#1429
#1430
Just started my build and currently doing the diff..... the kit does not come with any diff oil?? Comes with two bottles of damper oil (yellow & clear) ?? If there is none then that is a blow as won't be able to get any until next week
#1432
The clear oil is intended for the diff, however if this is anything other than a shelf queen you won't want to use it. Don't bother with the black o-rings, get the red TRF o-rings and a set of fine shims to make sure that the outdrives spin freely in the fatter seals. 2000 oil is where I keep going back to.
#1433
The clear oil is intended for the diff, however if this is anything other than a shelf queen you won't want to use it. Don't bother with the black o-rings, get the red TRF o-rings and a set of fine shims to make sure that the outdrives spin freely in the fatter seals. 2000 oil is where I keep going back to.
But you're correct, the clear is for the diff, it's 900 wt.
Too loose for, umm, anything really.
I'm on 2000 as well. Seems a good balance for my track with 13.5t blinky.
With the red Orings I find the stock shims (0.3mm) or the TDX equivalent just fine.
#1434
I have bought TRF Part 42231 to mount my dampers to the lower suspension arms instead of the supplied ball connector. It will allow for easier removal of the shocks. However I am not sure what size grub screw I need to buy to achieve this? Anyone know the tamiya part no i am looking for?
#1435
Tech Fanatic
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I have bought TRF Part 42231 to mount my dampers to the lower suspension arms instead of the supplied ball connector. It will allow for easier removal of the shocks. However I am not sure what size grub screw I need to buy to achieve this? Anyone know the tamiya part no i am looking for?
I run 4mm in the arm, 4mm sticking out
The Tamiya "Hollow" Titanium set/grub screws work well--although I don't know where the "hollow" part comes from, they are solid screws.
#1436
Tech Master
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I have bought TRF Part 42231 to mount my dampers to the lower suspension arms instead of the supplied ball connector. It will allow for easier removal of the shocks. However I am not sure what size grub screw I need to buy to achieve this? Anyone know the tamiya part no i am looking for?
#1437
I have done this as well. Works great. I screwed the grub screws in until you feel them stop. Plenty of thread still sticking out. They should come like this as standard. Tamiya you listening? Hehe.
Is anyone running a flexible chassis on asphalt, for 17.5t, or just the standard one? I'm wondering if it's too flexible if it'll stall the car mid corner. Or would that be a too stiff chassis?
Is anyone running a flexible chassis on asphalt, for 17.5t, or just the standard one? I'm wondering if it's too flexible if it'll stall the car mid corner. Or would that be a too stiff chassis?
#1438
Tech Master
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I have done this as well. Works great. I screwed the grub screws in until you feel them stop. Plenty of thread still sticking out. They should come like this as standard. Tamiya you listening? Hehe.
Is anyone running a flexible chassis on asphalt, for 17.5t, or just the standard one? I'm wondering if it's too flexible if it'll stall the car mid corner. Or would that be a too stiff chassis?
Is anyone running a flexible chassis on asphalt, for 17.5t, or just the standard one? I'm wondering if it's too flexible if it'll stall the car mid corner. Or would that be a too stiff chassis?
I have good expectations at Nats this week with the softer chassis in 17.5. Will report and say how it goes
#1439
Tech Initiate
Hi , I am considering to rebuilt my car for next season .
Which brands do you prefer for ball bearings and screws ?
Which brands do you prefer for ball bearings and screws ?