172LikesKyosho Ultima RB6 & RB6.6 Car Thread
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01-02-2013, 09:00 AM
#3811
01-02-2013, 09:49 AM
#3812
The only piece I have broken is the rear camber plate (where the rear inner ball stud attaches). I have seen this piece broken on 3 separate cars (and yes- all 3 were using the set screws on either side of the ball stud), so that might be a good part to carry as a spare as well. I have since installed the exotek aluminum version.
Having said that, it would be worth knowing how much heavier the alu piece is. The car is already over weight, and I myself wouldn't want to add any more.
The only people I have seen break this part, were all running the outer hole where there is the least amount of supporting material. Running the middle hole with both supporting set screws seems to be pretty solid
01-02-2013, 10:07 AM
#3814
That piece is called the upper rear bulkhead, and there is a design issue where the thickness of the plastic which the ballstud threads through, is too thin. From what I have heard is that there was already a running mold change on that part, and its thicker now, however I haven't confirmed with my own eyes.
Having said that, it would be worth knowing how much heavier the alu piece is. The car is already over weight, and I myself wouldn't want to add any more.
The only people I have seen break this part, were all running the outer hole where there is the least amount of supporting material. Running the middle hole with both supporting set screws seems to be pretty solid
Having said that, it would be worth knowing how much heavier the alu piece is. The car is already over weight, and I myself wouldn't want to add any more.
The only people I have seen break this part, were all running the outer hole where there is the least amount of supporting material. Running the middle hole with both supporting set screws seems to be pretty solid
I only run mod so weight hasn't been a large factor in my thinking, but I can certainly understand that being something to consider in the stock class.
01-02-2013, 10:09 AM
#3815
I do mine exactly like the video shows- even keeping the groove toward the bottom once the cartridge is almost all the way in. These are still emulsion shocks so air is going to be a component in the end.
01-02-2013, 10:27 AM
#3816
I didn't actually weigh the 2 pieces when I replaced it, but the way the Exotek part is constructed I can't believe it's heavy enough to impact performance in a negative way.
I only run mod so weight hasn't been a large factor in my thinking, but I can certainly understand that being something to consider in the stock class.
I only run mod so weight hasn't been a large factor in my thinking, but I can certainly understand that being something to consider in the stock class.
01-02-2013, 10:31 AM
#3817
I certainly agree with that. I'm extremely happy with the way my car handles as I have it set up for the tracks in my area. Next time I rebuild, I'll weigh the stock piece with the set screws vs. the Exotek part and post my findings. (unless someone beats me to it!)
01-02-2013, 10:42 AM
#3818
While I can't confirm the weight of 10 grams listed on the Exotek site for their piece is accurate, this is what my scale shows for the stock piece with all 4 set screws on either side of where the ball stud would mount.
interesting
01-02-2013, 10:55 AM
#3820
nice! I ran 4 caster in fronts and now I like it more than before!! The high speed on power steering is INSANE!! Makes me think im driving my 1/8 nitro buggy hehehe. What antisquat are people running? I asked before as well but dint get any replies. The setup sheets don't mention it right?
01-02-2013, 12:14 PM
#3822
we forget that it being aluminum or any metal doesn't automatically make it heavier. most often they can make the parts smaller (or with less reinforcement) because the material is stronger...
01-02-2013, 01:22 PM
#3823
Mid Motor RB6
Any thoughts out there that a mid Motor drives similar to what a TC does? I have yrs in TC but completely new to RB6 and have yet to drive it. thank you
01-02-2013, 01:34 PM
#3824
Curious, how much are you trimming the wings down? I guess I am looking at the stock wing that came with the kit if you haven't changed it out already.