R/C Tech Forums - Tamiya mini cooper

I've stacked two o-rings when there was too much play, but haven't tried those earplug looking bushings. :D

I got my trf x-rings today and rebuilt my CVA super mini's on my v2 and m05. :p no more leaks.

sakadachi

02-20-2015 07:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Sith Lord (Post 13861529)

Our carpet is really low pile so we don't really notice it. We did get a new batch one year and it took a very long time to bed in due the higher weave or glue they used on it...

Dang, I hope I can find something like that. Will check a few home improvement stores this weekend.
Nice looking car, btw. :D

marcos graveyar

02-21-2015 04:29 AM

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Originally Posted by DesJardins (Post 13860769)

Ouch, only questions I'd ask if you locked your diff & do you have steering at 100%?

Haven't seen much bending from the light/lower power cars.
Then again I haven't used these LW shafts so I'll find out real quick!

Kit gear diff with AW grease, steering at 85%.

marcos graveyar

02-21-2015 04:40 AM

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Originally Posted by DesJardins (Post 13861761)

Can anyone verify part #'s or know if you can purchase just the cross joints & shafts for the swing shafts?

Looking to build 2 sets (regular M03's & the light weight version for certain events)

I saw part #53500 & #42221 but don't see the reference for compatability of the M-chassis

#51444 is a pair of cross joints for the 417.

#53500 are designed for a grub screw.

sakadachi

02-21-2015 02:26 PM

Tried the low pile indoor/outdoor rug today bought from HomeDepot to see if I could use it as my track surface. It was the $18-19 one. Short answer: NO.

The car follows the strands and drifts diagonally :weird: Backside was better in that terms, but not enough traction regardless; so I returned it.

Will try the interlocking mats next.

sakadachi

02-21-2015 02:30 PM

Some folks sent me PM's about the x-rings I use on my clear CVA super mini's on my V2.

This is it, the 50 durometer one. #42214 In the USA it's about $12 for 8pcs. For those with M05's and want to get oil dampers, I suggest skipping the CVA super mini's + x-rings and just buy the aluminum dampers for m-chassis.

http://cdn.rcmart.com/images/tamiya-42214-2.jpg

caltek1

02-22-2015 01:01 AM

If you do not race TCS, I have found the best way for the universals is to use TOP racing pin and alloy cover. No grub screws are needed and pin is retained by the cover

caltek1

02-22-2015 01:08 AM

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DesJardins

02-22-2015 07:40 AM

Great idea caltek1

Now that these came in I can see what I want to do with the combo

http://i644.photobucket.com/albums/u...CC88EBB476.jpg

DesJardins

02-22-2015 07:43 AM

Quick vid of our A-main last night.
Lovin this class :nod:

http://youtu.be/N2DjRrtmbT8

rajiex

02-22-2015 08:12 AM

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Originally Posted by DesJardins (Post 13864362)

Quick vid of our A-main last night.
Lovin this class :nod:

http://youtu.be/N2DjRrtmbT8

Your car looks dialed.. can u post your setup..I just got one and almost finished building it.. Running long wheelbase and have everything u have except aluminum steering bridge

Tire Chunker

02-22-2015 11:09 AM

Ta03 diff which side does the nut go on the driver side (left as viewed from behind the car) or passenger side (right)?

I though it goes on the right side.

I see both listed as correct when people comment when searching.

Thanks

Tom

sakadachi

02-22-2015 12:14 PM

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Originally Posted by DesJardins (Post 13864362)

Quick vid of our A-main last night.
Lovin this class :nod:

http://youtu.be/N2DjRrtmbT8

Nice driving! :lol: smokin'

sakadachi

02-22-2015 12:21 PM

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Originally Posted by Tire Chunker (Post 13864688)

Others can chime in, but I don't think it makes a difference. On my M05ProV2 I tightened the nut from the left side of the car. But on my M05, I tried it in both orientations and I could not tell a difference. I do recommend you use the red Tamiya thread lock though.

sakadachi

02-22-2015 12:29 PM

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Originally Posted by caltek1 (Post 13864011)

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Interesting, GJ! :D

For me, I've never encountered loosing that pin while running the grub screws and thread locker.

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