248LikesXray XB4 thread
05-09-2015, 07:22 PM
#8191
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Had the first run of '15 XB4 yesterday. I am new and crash a lot to put it into context, but I would have to say the XB4 is not nearly as robust as my B5M which I have been crashing endlessly since Feb at our track (every second Saturday). It has never broken and stopped for any reason, except when I used the steering horn that came with the servo. It never did quite fit. The kit steering horn actually did fit after all.
Yesterday I managed to pop the ball caps at the rear twice and stripped the steering horn. All in 2 races. A better horn needed perhaps?
Yesterday I managed to pop the ball caps at the rear twice and stripped the steering horn. All in 2 races. A better horn needed perhaps?
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05-09-2015, 07:28 PM
#8192
As far as 4wd's go the xray is the top of the class. I've survived much worse crashes with it over the 44.3 and that's without the extra $$ spend on RPM arms and B5 links, etc.
That said the extra weight and speed of a 4wd is going to more prone to damage than any 2wd although it fits into the same scale.
If you've only been racing since Feb I'd have to honestly say you probably jumped into 4wd too soon and should focus more on a car you can handle first.
That said the extra weight and speed of a 4wd is going to more prone to damage than any 2wd although it fits into the same scale.
If you've only been racing since Feb I'd have to honestly say you probably jumped into 4wd too soon and should focus more on a car you can handle first.
05-09-2015, 09:02 PM
#8193
Had the first run of '15 XB4 yesterday. I am new and crash a lot to put it into context, but I would have to say the XB4 is not nearly as robust as my B5M which I have been crashing endlessly since Feb at our track (every second Saturday). It has never broken and stopped for any reason, except when I used the steering horn that came with the servo. It never did quite fit. The kit steering horn actually did fit after all.
Yesterday I managed to pop the ball caps at the rear twice and stripped the steering horn. All in 2 races. A better horn needed perhaps?
Yesterday I managed to pop the ball caps at the rear twice and stripped the steering horn. All in 2 races. A better horn needed perhaps?
05-09-2015, 09:12 PM
#8194
this wont brace the top of the case,it needs to connect to the 3rd screw down on the case to be stronger,like the one listed just below your post,that one is not in the usa though,anyone sell this or one like it in the states?
Not sure how you guys are getting by without a front and rear brace,on a good size triple ive broken 3,front and rear at diff times,the rest of the car is bullet proff.never broken anything else on it. I gotta come up with a rear diff case support as well. or this thing is almost useless on this track
05-10-2015, 05:04 AM
#8195
As far as 4wd's go the xray is the top of the class. I've survived much worse crashes with it over the 44.3 and that's without the extra $$ spend on RPM arms and B5 links, etc.
That said the extra weight and speed of a 4wd is going to more prone to damage than any 2wd although it fits into the same scale.
If you've only been racing since Feb I'd have to honestly say you probably jumped into 4wd too soon and should focus more on a car you can handle first.
That said the extra weight and speed of a 4wd is going to more prone to damage than any 2wd although it fits into the same scale.
If you've only been racing since Feb I'd have to honestly say you probably jumped into 4wd too soon and should focus more on a car you can handle first.
To the other suggestions re the Horn and the ball cups etc, Thanks, I will look into it.
The car itself felt great and easier to drive than the B5M once I dialled back the steering speed a little, but I do need to grab some practice.
Last edited by ForFunRC; 05-10-2015 at 04:35 PM.
05-10-2015, 07:53 AM
#8196
this wont brace the top of the case,it needs to connect to the 3rd screw down on the case to be stronger,like the one listed just below your post,that one is not in the usa though,anyone sell this or one like it in the states?
Not sure how you guys are getting by without a front and rear brace,on a good size triple ive broken 3,front and rear at diff times,the rest of the car is bullet proff.never broken anything else on it. I gotta come up with a rear diff case support as well. or this thing is almost useless on this track
Not sure how you guys are getting by without a front and rear brace,on a good size triple ive broken 3,front and rear at diff times,the rest of the car is bullet proff.never broken anything else on it. I gotta come up with a rear diff case support as well. or this thing is almost useless on this track
I do not run any extra supports or braces.
Not sure what track you run on, we run indoor.
05-10-2015, 12:23 PM
#8197
What oil CST is everyone using on the center gear diff for the buggy??
05-10-2015, 05:29 PM
#8199
no one knows where this brace is avail in the states?
05-10-2015, 09:17 PM
#8200
Running indoor also,triple is long and aproaches a corner,is easy to over jump if traction is right on face. Ive seen 3 other xb4 buggies break at our track in same spot. But i see other brands breaking a arms,bulkheadz,pin holders amound others,never seen a xb4 break anywhere other than front and rear diff cases,top snaps off to easy cause the towers are only held on by 2 screws where plastic is thin...
no one knows where this brace is avail in the states?
no one knows where this brace is avail in the states?
05-11-2015, 08:44 AM
#8201
I need some help I was I'm in the middle of picking a buggy.
Anyone have any input on the pros and cons of this Buggy
Here is what I have so far:
Xray Pros
Change Battery format
Change to make things better
Great support from team people and RCtech
Can get parts In Dallas asap
The Steel is super great
Can make many changes to fit your needs
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Xray Cons
To many Updates Every month
Bad rear hanger but did fix it Feb sometime
Diff Gear Plastic
How to buy Center diff
Looks like you need many Opt to make it work?
Have to have parts on hand
Can have to many setup changes to tune your stuff out of a setup.
Anyone have any input on the pros and cons of this Buggy
Here is what I have so far:
Xray Pros
Change Battery format
Change to make things better
Great support from team people and RCtech
Can get parts In Dallas asap
The Steel is super great
Can make many changes to fit your needs
-----------------------------------------
Xray Cons
To many Updates Every month
Bad rear hanger but did fix it Feb sometime
Diff Gear Plastic
How to buy Center diff
Looks like you need many Opt to make it work?
Have to have parts on hand
Can have to many setup changes to tune your stuff out of a setup.
05-11-2015, 09:15 AM
#8202
I just bought an XB4 and here's the reason. X-ray cars are always top of the line no matter what class of vehicle. They are always in the top 3 as for quality. Their priced lower than the kyosho by quite a bit. Parts aren't too hard to find. Local support should be pretty ok since they are pretty popular cars. I can't wait to race mine for the first time on Wednesday!
05-11-2015, 09:34 AM
#8203
05-11-2015, 10:06 AM
#8204
why I like Xray
I need some help I was I'm in the middle of picking a buggy.
Anyone have any input on the pros and cons of this Buggy
Here is what I have so far:
Xray Pros
Change Battery format
Change to make things better
Great support from team people and RCtech
Can get parts In Dallas asap
The Steel is super great
Can make many changes to fit your needs
-----------------------------------------
Xray Cons
To many Updates Every month
Bad rear hanger but did fix it Feb sometime
Diff Gear Plastic
How to buy Center diff
Looks like you need many Opt to make it work?
Have to have parts on hand
Can have to many setup changes to tune your stuff out of a setup.
Anyone have any input on the pros and cons of this Buggy
Here is what I have so far:
Xray Pros
Change Battery format
Change to make things better
Great support from team people and RCtech
Can get parts In Dallas asap
The Steel is super great
Can make many changes to fit your needs
-----------------------------------------
Xray Cons
To many Updates Every month
Bad rear hanger but did fix it Feb sometime
Diff Gear Plastic
How to buy Center diff
Looks like you need many Opt to make it work?
Have to have parts on hand
Can have to many setup changes to tune your stuff out of a setup.
05-11-2015, 11:23 AM
#8205
I have been through lots of RC Cars/manufacturers. I picked XB4 because of the toughness I found in the TC4 (touring car). However, part support at local tracks/hobby shop is very limited for me so I have to make sure I have xtra parts just in case. I don't go crazy with setup. I just make sure tires are the top choice for the track. Right now. SLICKS.......... HOOKED UP. Love em.
Trying to get info on the xray and the HB D413.
These are my two I'm looking at.
Again thank you for your time sir