12LikesT.O.P Racing's Rebel 1/12th scale
10-25-2011, 12:21 PM
#676
Just building this kit. It's looks very nice and the fit is perfect. One thing I noticed is that the steering block don't lay flat on the king pin balls without some modification, strange.
2 things I have to ask:
Do I need to make the hole in the steering block larger to fit the optional wheel axle with nut ? It is larger and doesn't really fit, I'm afraid that if I force it they will break.
Also, why are there 2 rubber O-rings with the optional pod plates/axle carrier ? There are four screws, so what to do with the rings ?
Thanks
2 things I have to ask:
Do I need to make the hole in the steering block larger to fit the optional wheel axle with nut ? It is larger and doesn't really fit, I'm afraid that if I force it they will break.
Also, why are there 2 rubber O-rings with the optional pod plates/axle carrier ? There are four screws, so what to do with the rings ?
Thanks
No clue what the o-rings are for on the optional motor plate.
10-25-2011, 01:16 PM
#677
10-25-2011, 02:05 PM
#678
Funny, I was just thinking why the recessed slots where on the motor site. I thought about it holding the screws but decided that would never be the case. Learn every day ;-)
Thanks
Thanks
10-25-2011, 03:10 PM
#680
I'm thinking about getting a T.O.P Rebel. How easy is it to get parts for these? I haven't found many places that carry them. How do these compare to the cars from AE and CRC? Thanks for your help.
10-25-2011, 03:36 PM
#681
I'm thinking about getting a T.O.P Rebel. How easy is it to get parts for these? I haven't found many places that carry them. How do these compare to the cars from AE and CRC? Thanks for your help.
10-25-2011, 05:30 PM
#682
@Delawareguy
Michael O'Donnell is great with seeing you get what you need if you can't find it elsewhere
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@Top Dudes
Curious Top guys what spacing (mm) do you have between steering block and top arm?
Thank you
Michael O'Donnell is great with seeing you get what you need if you can't find it elsewhere
[email protected]
@Top Dudes
Curious Top guys what spacing (mm) do you have between steering block and top arm?
Thank you
10-26-2011, 05:06 PM
#683
Just picked up a TOP today. I was wondering if there any tips for the build process. Any common mistakes that I should try to avoid?
10-26-2011, 05:11 PM
#684
You my want to use use this setup as your base setup.
http://www.racerlog.com/w/images/8/8...-175blinky.pdf
10-26-2011, 05:13 PM
#685
Avoid letting it sit on the shelf!!!!!
10-26-2011, 06:16 PM
#686
OD - how do you have your steering blocks configured??
10-26-2011, 07:30 PM
#687
I'd recommend polishing the rear pivot balls and king pins. Also take extra time to make sure the rear side links and center pivot are silky smooth and free.
You my want to use use this setup as your base setup.
http://www.racerlog.com/w/images/8/8...-175blinky.pdf
You my want to use use this setup as your base setup.
http://www.racerlog.com/w/images/8/8...-175blinky.pdf
10-26-2011, 09:37 PM
#690
Tech Adept
Stock knuckles
Hi
Until last sunday I have been using stock knuckles with 0.5mm under and 4 mm over. But kept getting understeer and a wheel shattering. Then I broke my last knuckle , and put on IRS Asso knuckles. I have now a super steering car. The stock knuckles are to thin in my oppinion , only 6mm , and the IRS are 10-11mm , that mean that there are a lot more control on the kingpin.
Until last sunday I have been using stock knuckles with 0.5mm under and 4 mm over. But kept getting understeer and a wheel shattering. Then I broke my last knuckle , and put on IRS Asso knuckles. I have now a super steering car. The stock knuckles are to thin in my oppinion , only 6mm , and the IRS are 10-11mm , that mean that there are a lot more control on the kingpin.