2LikesTekno RC EB48 Thread
12-11-2012, 11:35 PM
#3766
As for repair, I would take it off, put it on some smooth and FLAT concrete (back down) with a bit of wood on top of it, then step on it. That should at least straighten it out a bit so it affects handling less than it does now. Then order a new one, as now that it has bent it will be easier to bend again and you won't get it back to perfect CNC form with the flattening out method.
While you're at it, since the shocks or at least the shock mounts probably took the hit, check the shocks and arms for any binding/leaking while you have the tower off, and repair as required.
12-11-2012, 11:54 PM
#3767
They look the same as before but they should have the new parts already. We suggest running them. If they start to notch out after 20 packsand or so, we will replace them for you free of charge. If after 20 packs they look good (no notching) and only the black color is worn, you have the new parts.
12-12-2012, 08:27 AM
#3768
They probably aren't the new material. Please email us and we'll go from there. Thanks.
12-12-2012, 08:47 AM
#3769
I have no idea how you managed to do that, considering I've landed upsidedown at speed into things without similar issue, but I'm impressed.
As for repair, I would take it off, put it on some smooth and FLAT concrete (back down) with a bit of wood on top of it, then step on it. That should at least straighten it out a bit so it affects handling less than it does now. Then order a new one, as now that it has bent it will be easier to bend again and you won't get it back to perfect CNC form with the flattening out method.
While you're at it, since the shocks or at least the shock mounts probably took the hit, check the shocks and arms for any binding/leaking while you have the tower off, and repair as required.
As for repair, I would take it off, put it on some smooth and FLAT concrete (back down) with a bit of wood on top of it, then step on it. That should at least straighten it out a bit so it affects handling less than it does now. Then order a new one, as now that it has bent it will be easier to bend again and you won't get it back to perfect CNC form with the flattening out method.
While you're at it, since the shocks or at least the shock mounts probably took the hit, check the shocks and arms for any binding/leaking while you have the tower off, and repair as required.
I took a head-on hit right at the top of the shock tower.
I disassembled the shocks last night and everything was fine (surprisingly)
12-12-2012, 11:01 AM
#3770
12-12-2012, 12:07 PM
#3773
Funny you should ask, we have been trying out some different combinations of springs with good success. Right now my buggy weighs 6.8 lbs (under the limit, I know) and I'm running orange rears with pink fronts and it feels super locked in. We're finding that our rear springs are on the light side and our fronts are on the stiff side, that's why a lot of guys are liking the Kyosho springs.
12-12-2012, 12:25 PM
#3774
interesting. Are there plans for springs in the future that work better with the vehicle?
Other than the kyosho springs, any others people are having success with like AE's?
Lastly, I was going to print out the manual and addendum, but noticed a few more instruction sets out there. Are those revisions to the manual or just easier-to-find info sheets?
Other than the kyosho springs, any others people are having success with like AE's?
Lastly, I was going to print out the manual and addendum, but noticed a few more instruction sets out there. Are those revisions to the manual or just easier-to-find info sheets?
12-12-2012, 12:37 PM
#3775
Funny you should ask, we have been trying out some different combinations of springs with good success. Right now my buggy weighs 6.8 lbs (under the limit, I know) and I'm running orange rears with pink fronts and it feels super locked in. We're finding that our rear springs are on the light side and our fronts are on the stiff side, that's why a lot of guys are liking the Kyosho springs.
What piston / oil combination are you using with those springs?
Thanks
12-12-2012, 01:19 PM
#3776
interesting. Are there plans for springs in the future that work better with the vehicle?
Other than the kyosho springs, any others people are having success with like AE's?
Lastly, I was going to print out the manual and addendum, but noticed a few more instruction sets out there. Are those revisions to the manual or just easier-to-find info sheets?
Other than the kyosho springs, any others people are having success with like AE's?
Lastly, I was going to print out the manual and addendum, but noticed a few more instruction sets out there. Are those revisions to the manual or just easier-to-find info sheets?
12-12-2012, 01:20 PM
#3777
Been watching A LOT of racing vids and reading about setups, trying to gather as much info as I can. Although we have 3 or 4 tracks around the area, no one has a 1/8 Buggy class yet, So a friend of mine suggested that I sell the Tekno Buggy and get the Tekno SCT thats coming out in January, very tempting idea..Soooooo Im contemplating that decision...but other than that just playing the waiting game...Any comments on the Buggy to SCT switch??? Also thought about converting it but I thought I read something on this thread that said it wouldnt be ROAR legal...I might be wrong
12-12-2012, 01:20 PM
#3778
Funny you should ask, we have been trying out some different combinations of springs with good success. Right now my buggy weighs 6.8 lbs (under the limit, I know) and I'm running orange rears with pink fronts and it feels super locked in. We're finding that our rear springs are on the light side and our fronts are on the stiff side, that's why a lot of guys are liking the Kyosho springs.
I assume you're using all the tekno lightened parts available, but is anything not publicly available?
I'd really like to run a lightened setup.
12-12-2012, 01:25 PM
#3779
Been watching A LOT of racing vids and reading about setups, trying to gather as much info as I can. Although we have 3 or 4 tracks around the area, no one has a 1/8 Buggy class yet, So a friend of mine suggested that I sell the Tekno Buggy and get the Tekno SCT thats coming out in January, very tempting idea..Soooooo Im contemplating that decision...but other than that just playing the waiting game...Any comments on the Buggy to SCT switch??? Also thought about converting it but I thought I read something on this thread that said it wouldnt be ROAR legal...I might be wrong
I have actually been thinking about selling my EB and getting the SCT, simply because I need more time practicing before I am EB48-worthy. Also, I am cheap, and i've got everything I need in the buggy. From what you described, I'd say that's a great idea. If you have the money, though, keeping both and trying to get 1/8 buggy going in your area would be the thing to do. Plus, your buggy would be a decent spare-parts-source in a pinch.
