248LikesXray XB4 thread
09-22-2014, 10:13 AM
#5596
I was wondering about this, was afraid of diffing out. May have to pick up sone 3K today. With the local track as slippery as it is, dropping the rear may give me back the traction I had with my old car used in winter when conditions were better. I put the 6 degree caster blocks on, but have yet to run the car. Getting hammered with work in school.
Just for fun I thought I would try the same in my 4wd. 3F/866R and it was GOOD! but it was too planted after the track was swept. by the end of the night I was back to 7f/3r (could of went to 10f/5r).
I have extra prefilled diffs so swapping is very easy an fast. my suggestion would try a lower cst and go from there. All depends on your driving style
PS~ Dont forget to reset your diffs
09-22-2014, 10:23 AM
#5597
2013 XB4 worth $195?
). Cars are rock solid
09-22-2014, 06:00 PM
#5599
Anyone having a problem with the ballcups staying on? In particular, I am talking about the steering link. In my case, I keep losing the right side one after crashes, rubbing a pipe the wrong way, and sometimes just after a hard landing. The whole thing just pops off and I have to hunt for it on the track.
I already replaced the ball studs AND ball cups - twice. Akerman positions, etc. are all stock and unchanged. The problem only really developed recently, within the past couple months. Of course, at first I blamed it on the car just being old (been running it for a year now) and needing the new parts. But the problem persists even after 2 ball cup and ball stud replacements.
Naturally, this is quite vexing to me and I'm losing my mind trying to figure out what the problem is. Any ideas?
I already replaced the ball studs AND ball cups - twice. Akerman positions, etc. are all stock and unchanged. The problem only really developed recently, within the past couple months. Of course, at first I blamed it on the car just being old (been running it for a year now) and needing the new parts. But the problem persists even after 2 ball cup and ball stud replacements.
Naturally, this is quite vexing to me and I'm losing my mind trying to figure out what the problem is. Any ideas?
09-22-2014, 09:22 PM
#5601
What 12MM hexes are direct fit to run regular rims?? front and rear
09-22-2014, 10:36 PM
#5602
Anyone having a problem with the ballcups staying on? In particular, I am talking about the steering link. In my case, I keep losing the right side one after crashes, rubbing a pipe the wrong way, and sometimes just after a hard landing. The whole thing just pops off and I have to hunt for it on the track.
I already replaced the ball studs AND ball cups - twice. Akerman positions, etc. are all stock and unchanged. The problem only really developed recently, within the past couple months. Of course, at first I blamed it on the car just being old (been running it for a year now) and needing the new parts. But the problem persists even after 2 ball cup and ball stud replacements.
Naturally, this is quite vexing to me and I'm losing my mind trying to figure out what the problem is. Any ideas?
I already replaced the ball studs AND ball cups - twice. Akerman positions, etc. are all stock and unchanged. The problem only really developed recently, within the past couple months. Of course, at first I blamed it on the car just being old (been running it for a year now) and needing the new parts. But the problem persists even after 2 ball cup and ball stud replacements.
Naturally, this is quite vexing to me and I'm losing my mind trying to figure out what the problem is. Any ideas?
09-23-2014, 01:07 AM
#5603
09-26-2014, 11:17 AM
#5605
Tech Master
iTrader: (15)
I can only assume you mean a used 2013 XB4, so I'll agree with Joey above, it's probably fairly well used at that price.
Typical items will likely need replacing, the eccentric bushings for the suspension ($8), o-rings for the shocks and diffs ($15), but the real kicker are the diff outdrives - how badly worn are they? They're $35 per set. Replacement bevel & pinion are $20 - you may need two sets. Bearings from say Avid are $22 for a complete set. If you don't get a chance to see it in person, like anything else, it's a bit of a gamble. Budget to spend another $100.
Typical items will likely need replacing, the eccentric bushings for the suspension ($8), o-rings for the shocks and diffs ($15), but the real kicker are the diff outdrives - how badly worn are they? They're $35 per set. Replacement bevel & pinion are $20 - you may need two sets. Bearings from say Avid are $22 for a complete set. If you don't get a chance to see it in person, like anything else, it's a bit of a gamble. Budget to spend another $100.
09-27-2014, 04:54 PM
#5606
Just picked xb4 4wd. It has kit setup. Any suggestions for medium outdoor low traction track? One triple but lots of 180's. Almost no traction. Still looking for right tire. Rear is loose. Front pushes. Im sure both will improve with better tire. This is my first 1/10 scale coming from 1/8 scale. So i have heavy throttle
Throttle finger. Lol. Any suggestion appreciated.
Throttle finger. Lol. Any suggestion appreciated.
09-27-2014, 05:05 PM
#5607
Just picked xb4 4wd. It has kit setup. Any suggestions for medium outdoor low traction track? One triple but lots of 180's. Almost no traction. Still looking for right tire. Rear is loose. Front pushes. Im sure both will improve with better tire. This is my first 1/10 scale coming from 1/8 scale. So i have heavy throttle
Throttle finger. Lol. Any suggestion appreciated.
Throttle finger. Lol. Any suggestion appreciated.
09-28-2014, 07:29 PM
#5608
Unfortunately i live 700 miles from brr. I was just in town working on my house. But thanks. What is difference between running shocks in front of tower vs.aft? My car in front a buddies is rear?
09-29-2014, 06:36 AM
#5609
I'm Considering buying the XB4, what common problems need upgrading right away? I heard there was an issue with the shock towers, still so?
thanks
thanks
09-29-2014, 07:37 AM
#5610
If you run the metal support plates (stock on the 14) they are extremely durable. I initially bought a ton of spares for mine and should have held off as I have only broken one A-arm from clipping a wall (my fault) and replaced the rear composite ring and pinion gears (set you slipper correctly). This vehicle is extremely durable and one of the best "wheelers" available, maybe you'll get lucky and they will release the 15 version before you buy....