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Old 12-20-2006, 01:48 PM
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my carpet track is really tight and a one way work well

speedtech rc sells a diff kit and all the parts u neeed like the alloy outdrives but u really dont need them the plastic ones are fine
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Originally Posted by cyclone
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My cyclone is finally nearlly in my hands... But im going to need to use it with foam tyres, 19turn carpet... i need help. What front diff type should i be using? Im imagining that a ball diff is required...? If so where can i buy one from? will i need alloy outdrives for it etc...? could somebody help me out with part numbers and what i need etc...? Also will a oneway diff or spool not be any good?
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,you can run a spool with rubber tires on carpet
precision rc should have the front diff,on my carpet car i have the regular diff front and rear
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cheers with quick reply,
The rear diff is not the same as the front if you wish to use a front ball diff is it...?
A oneway might work but my track is very fast and am likely to need brakes at some point... Do you think a oneways speed advantages around most corners warrents not using brakes/a front balldiff?
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Originally Posted by cyclone
cheers with quick reply,
The rear diff is not the same as the front if you wish to use a front ball diff is it...?
A oneway might work but my track is very fast and am likely to need brakes at some point... Do you think a oneways speed advantages around most corners warrents not using brakes/a front balldiff?
yes they are the same front and rear
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therefore this will work on the front of the car for sure? cheers
http://rc-mushroom.com/product_info....ducts_id=10700
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Originally Posted by cyclone
therefore this will work on the front of the car for sure? cheers
http://rc-mushroom.com/product_info....ducts_id=10700
yes
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Old 12-20-2006, 02:07 PM
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Mirage import the ball diff sets for the Cyclone so any UK model shop who deals with them can get hold of them. They're reasonably priced too at £24.99.
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You guys= the best, cheers everyone!
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Originally Posted by Mr.Shookie
hello,

where can I find diff screw Strengthened, As that proposed by edit ?

thank you

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Here's some info on another way to go for the diff screws...
Originally Posted by Chrisgt2
I actually broke several TC3 diff screws in stock.... needed a stronger screw quick for 19T carpet at the Indoor Champs and fast!

I found an excellent alternative and have broken none since.

UNITED TITANIUM sells very high grade 6-4 titanium screws. They are a bit pricey at $10 a piece and a minimum order of $100, but a small price to pay to finish your race and if you have friends that also need them.

The screws I bought are 2-56 x 1 inch socket cap 6-4 Titanium
(equivelent to Grade 5 Steel in strength)

Contact Info:
www.unitedtitanium.com
3450 Old Airport Road - Wooster, Ohio 44691 - USA
1.800.321.4938

I spoke with Ed and told him that I'm sure others would be calling
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Are they similar to the edit diff screws?
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does anybody know if HPI/HOTBODIES is going to have a us team?
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Originally Posted by cyclone
Are they similar to the edit diff screws?
i'm thinking you're going to need to use the AE diff nut with that screw, as it's 2-56. I talked to Chris at the Cleveland race, he said they held up awesome for him.
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are the xray springs longer than the hpi? i put one xray spring on my cyclone even thecollar is all the way up still i have a 7mm rear ride height and 6mm on the front ride height.(with out electronics.) is nt it to tall? usually if the collar is all the way up the ride height is all the way to 0mm-1mm.. i bouht the xray spring for 19$ for complete front and rear.(wtf is xray thinkin.did they put gold on it? thats also why i love cyclone more affordable price than xray in particular.)
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Originally Posted by pinggoy
are the xray springs longer than the hpi? i put one xray spring on my cyclone even thecollar is all the way up still i have a 7mm rear ride height and 6mm on the front ride height.(with out electronics.) is nt it to tall? usually if the collar is all the way up the ride height is all the way to 0mm-1mm.. i bouht the xray spring for 19$ for complete front and rear.(wtf is xray thinkin.did they put gold on it? thats also why i love cyclone more affordable price than xray in particular.)
thats weird i have xray springs on my Carpet Cyclone and they fit fine, I have tamiya springs on my asphalt car. What weight springs are you looking for? Shumacher and AE springs are a perfect fit also
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17lbs. i had the white springs.. i dont know whats wrong but it influences the ride height. i havent try another spring yet.. the shock lenght is 64.5mm .. but probably putting the electronics on will decrease the initial ride height..hopefully
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