Davidka

iTrader: (85)

"Too bad there isn't a good substitute for the B4 fronts. B3 wheels have radically different dimensions, and Losi fronts are totally different."

On my last B4 I used Losi steering spindles and front wheels. The spindle must be drilled to fit the Associated hingepin and the steering arm is longer which increases ackerman effect. I felt that the car steered more smoothly and could be driven more aggressively off of the corner but running the rear hole on the steering link brings it closer to stock. I'm not sure why I haven't changed my current B4 over.

W.E.D.Jim

iTrader: (17)

I have never had trouble with the A/E wheels, at least not any more then when I ran TL stuff.

They are all made from the similar material and have similar design, as far as material dimensions, bracing, etc.

Funny thing is I have heard of TL drivers complaining that the wheels are not as good as A/E ones, wobbly, bend in crashes, etc., LOL.

The difference in the wheel bead is a problem when using TL tires and A/E wheels though for everyone. I trim off about 1/3 to 1/2 the bead and they mount right up. I like a snug fit so glue holds on three sides, but if it is too tight it will make it tuff to seat the rubber before the glue sets, not good. This makes it important to spend a few seconds test fitting the tire before reaching for the glue bottle.



I try not to do too many crazy mods that the team guys aren't doing, this way I don't need to be a mechanical engineer or chassis tuning expert and can use their set ups, etc.

, Jim

calyakker

Anyone know if the internals of a non-threaded shock from a Team kit will swap into the threaded bodies on the Factory team kit? Is it a direct swap or are other parts needed?

WheelNut

iTrader: (5)

All the internals are the same. The only difference is the fact that they have threads on the outside.

calyakker

I thought so. Thanks!!

jeff jenkins

iTrader: (82)

hey guys i just found a cure for anyone who has leaky seals in the bottom of the shock body. i had a problem with my shocks blowing out. i used the shock limiters for the small washers and the same thick one thats is normally used then i used the kose white o-rings and they are just bullet proof. just a little input for anyone that has this issue. also i used green slime. just my .002 cents

schmidt452

iTrader: (15)

Got a Link for those o-rings? I have been very happy the blue MIP o-rings, Zero leakage.

Davidka

iTrader: (85)

Does anyone know of an alternative to the stock transmission top shaft? I would think a hard annodized version like Losi's should be out there somewhere.

Doughty

you do get the unobtanium shafts with the FT shocks, I think you get the std shafts with the team kit.

jeff jenkins

iTrader: (82)

no i dont have a link for the orings but if you were to call my work teambrood racing. just go to the site for a number we could send you some we have a couple packs left. and also the team kit has standard shafts as they are not part of AE factory team line. the ft kit come with all the AE ft parts on it.

Wild Cherry

Let me know if you find one...

calyakker

I already have the unobtanium shafts. I have the team kit which I bought a while back and have slowly upgraded to ft stuff as needed. Pretty much everything I wanted except the threaded shock bodies. I would've gotten the ft kit but I happened across a hobby shop that was closing shop and sold me the team kit for $100. I couldn't pass that one up.

calyakker

This may sound like a stupid question but what is the thread size for the stock front axles on a team T4? The manual says 4-40 as well as tower, but 4-40 nuts will not thread on.

old_fart_racing

iTrader: (1)

Its 5-40

sleepy23

are you wanting a custom aluminum top shaft? if so, that is do-able as i have a couple for my trucks. mine work great and let me use whatever type of gear on want on the topshaft( aluminum, composite, steel, titanium).