Xray XB2 2WD Buggy Thread
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#6406
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After a dumb mistake, I ended up giving it one more round on clay. New layout is definitely a challenge for me. I’m not used to large jumps( relative to the track size). It should get worn down a bit with their event this weekend.
#6407
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I'm sure somewhere in these 428 pages lies the answer to my question. Perhaps somebody can save me lots of reading. If I want to run the same wheels on Associated B6.1D, Yokomo DTM 2 and Xray XB2D which wheels would require the least amount of changing the hexes that come with the cars. My hunch is start with Associated wheels and use OEM hexes for Associated and Yokomo and a change the hexes on the Xray. Anyone know for sure? Thanks in advance
#6408
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Folks, I am into 8th scale. I lost my Hudy snap ring pliers during my relocation to the US. I cant seem to find the Hudy one in stock. I assumed this thread will have information since it has imp use with this kit. What pliers do you guy use, like to get a compact one similar to Hudy?
#6409
Tech Master
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As I stated in a previous post I would like to know if I can use the AE offset buggy wheels that I already have on an XB2D '20 buggy. Here is a sketch I made after measuring the wheels since my previous post on this subject
After doing a little math it seems to me that using Associated wheels on my Xray buggy will result in the following measurements from outside to outside of wheels:
Rear +2 mm
Front +4 mm
Does anyone think a driver of average skills running on loose dirt outdoors or high-traction clay indoors would notice that difference? Enough to buy new hexes for the Xray?
Not worried if the width is exactly legal as I just run open practice sessions. Will the 1.5 mm wider Associated front wheels be an issue? Thanks in advance to all of you helpful forum members
After doing a little math it seems to me that using Associated wheels on my Xray buggy will result in the following measurements from outside to outside of wheels:
Rear +2 mm
Front +4 mm
Does anyone think a driver of average skills running on loose dirt outdoors or high-traction clay indoors would notice that difference? Enough to buy new hexes for the Xray?
Not worried if the width is exactly legal as I just run open practice sessions. Will the 1.5 mm wider Associated front wheels be an issue? Thanks in advance to all of you helpful forum members
#6410
Let me get these out of the way for you guys.
"OmG mY 20 iS aLrEaDy OuT oF dAtE"
"I drive *insert old car here* and it beats new xrays"
"Ive been racing for 30 years and back in my day it was decades in-between updates"
#6411
I will be amazed if they don't bring the xb4 diff height adjustment over to this one.
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https://www.amainhobbies.com/xray-xb...2/p1147998?r=0
https://www.amainhobbies.com/xray-xb...23019/p1147980
#6418
Tech Master
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Does anyone know advantages or disadvantages of using the silicone shock shaft o-rings? Manual shows it as an option but doesn't seem to describe when you would want to use them. Also do most of you guys sand and then glue the carbon fiber shock towers? Wonder why Xray is the only company that seems to suggest doing this
#6419
Tech Apprentice
Does anyone know advantages or disadvantages of using the silicone shock shaft o-rings? Manual shows it as an option but doesn't seem to describe when you would want to use them. Also do most of you guys sand and then glue the carbon fiber shock towers? Wonder why Xray is the only company that seems to suggest doing this
As for sanding and glueing the edges of carbon fiber parts, thats pretty much standard practice for touring car chassis where there's a chance of delamination or splitting after suffering an impact. It also removes the sharp edge that can snag when racing on carpet. Its not so common in off-road but I see plenty of people do it (including) me, mainly if they have run a tc at some point.
#6420
Tech Master
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I'm no expert but my understanding is that silicone o-rings don't react to the silicone oil used in dampers so don't suffer the swelling that conventional o-rings do. Not sure what the disadvantages are but I guess there must be some otherwise they would be the standard.
As for sanding and glueing the edges of carbon fiber parts, thats pretty much standard practice for touring car chassis where there's a chance of delamination or splitting after suffering an impact. It also removes the sharp edge that can snag when racing on carpet. Its not so common in off-road but I see plenty of people do it (including) me, mainly if they have run a tc at some point.
As for sanding and glueing the edges of carbon fiber parts, thats pretty much standard practice for touring car chassis where there's a chance of delamination or splitting after suffering an impact. It also removes the sharp edge that can snag when racing on carpet. Its not so common in off-road but I see plenty of people do it (including) me, mainly if they have run a tc at some point.