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Old 01-04-2015, 04:42 AM
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I want to upgrade to the uPro suspension mounts but I don't understand the numbers on the graphic. For example if I want to run rear low roll center do I use the higher numbers or lower numbers?
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Originally Posted by Condor Speed
I want to upgrade to the uPro suspension mounts but I don't understand the numbers on the graphic. For example if I want to run rear low roll center do I use the higher numbers or lower numbers?
The mounts do not change the hinge pin height, they are all the same height. They are 0.5mm lower than the "H" mount. (which is the low roll center setting. 0.5 on the lower pin is equal to aprox. 2.5mm of shims on the inner upper link)

The numbers in the chart refer to how wide they are, to adjust toe and arm sweep.

To adjust the roll center use the shim kit under the mounts, like with the stock mounts.
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Old 01-04-2015, 01:59 PM
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thank you for clarifying that....Anybody knows where I can buy a pair of this v2 aluminum steering blocks in the States?
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Originally Posted by Condor Speed
thank you for clarifying that....Anybody knows where I can buy a pair of this v2 aluminum steering blocks in the States?
Not required and they will bend and even break. Stick to the composite ones.
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Not required and they will bend and even break. Stick to the composite ones.
+1 absolute junk ...be happy to sell you all the ones i have though
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Originally Posted by Condor Speed
thank you for clarifying that....Anybody knows where I can buy a pair of this v2 aluminum steering blocks in the States?
i have some, somewhere. pm me with your email address.
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Originally Posted by Condor Speed
thank you for clarifying that....Anybody knows where I can buy a pair of this v2 aluminum steering blocks in the States?
I have to agree with the others that the V2 Aluminum Steering Blocks bend or break too easily. We do keep a few sets in stock for those that insist on trying them.

We have a few of the Team Tamale 7075 blocks left. They are expensive but nearly indestructible

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Any one running the older Photon is USGT ?? I need a good 21.5 setup for a smooth outdoor track low to med grip sunny weather

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How tight should the main belt be? should you be able to spin the front wheels by hand and the whole belt rotate freely all the way to the spur? (no motor attached)
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Can anyone suggest a good new budget 17.5 motor for a Photon EX.
Also I maybe able to get a Trinity D4 17.5 would that be a better choice.
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Anybody here using the uPro suspension mounts for the Photon ex? I bought a set from Rc Market and took the car to the track for testing ....I can't get the car to turn tight in the corners I have a tremendous amount of push. I tried about every type of settings springs,oils,camber links amound other things and no luck. Any suggestions?
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Condor Speed..... off topic but where are you racing ?
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Kissimme,Palm bay,Valkaria and Arcadia
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Originally Posted by Condor Speed
Anybody here using the uPro suspension mounts for the Photon ex? I bought a set from Rc Market and took the car to the track for testing ....I can't get the car to turn tight in the corners I have a tremendous amount of push. I tried about every type of settings springs,oils,camber links amound other things and no luck. Any suggestions?
File back the rear facing side of the front arms so that you can move the front wheelbase more towards the rear. We found this helped on tight tracks.
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Cool....don't know of too many others in FL running the Photon EX. I really like mine. But still learning
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