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07-16-2007, 11:47 PM

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Originally Posted by adavid

Wondering what other Cyclone owners think about front arm sweep. Overall, it's felt to me like the 2.5 degree block the kit comes with provides a lot of steering, almost to the point of destabilizing the car. I usually seem to end up running with 1 or 0 degrees (either with the spool or one way). Of course, I've seen others run successfully with the 2.5 degree block. Thoughts? Thanks.

Andy

The 2.5 degree suspension block was the first thing I changed on my HB. Steering was way too aggresive. I now have 1.0 degree block mounted and it's running much smoother! You could also try a 1.5 degree block. I have the one way installed because I run stock class. (19t element with 5 cells)

07-17-2007, 08:07 AM

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Thanks for the feedback bjspinner

porschejim911, i havent seen them around much. I think rc-champ get them in occasionally.

07-17-2007, 09:42 AM

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the cyclone black kit went back up to $376 at tower! and Stormer doesn;t eve have them?

Where is the best place to buy one cheap?

07-17-2007, 09:50 AM

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Back to full price I guess.

07-17-2007, 10:18 AM

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ok guys, just got my black edition in (thanks dodgeguy!) and need to know what to buy to get this thing set up for some parking lot racing. also what pinion should i use on a 100t spur running a mamba max 7700?

07-17-2007, 11:58 AM

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Originally Posted by omoser

afaik HB will release both a new front and rear belt, also saw them on thomas pumplers cyclone

I found a source for the OEM belts that HB uses..
I'm getting prices and availability for longer belts to
fit the 18T Pulley/39T diffs.
might be awhile before we see HB parts in the US. and I do not
want to wait..

I know the Pro3 172T Low friction belt will fit the front.
it's the rear belt I can't find..stock is 62T. need like a 65T

soon as I find out more on the belts.. let you all know.

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07-17-2007, 12:16 PM

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soon as I find out more on the belts.. let you all know.

thanks zombies, also will ask Thomas whether he knows specifics regarding release date

07-17-2007, 01:09 PM

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I'm building my Cyclone with SS10.5 Novak combo and was wondering what spur and pinion do you guys would recommand for rubber carpet, large track.

Thanks.

EDIT: Would a 108T and 48T mesh correctly on the black Cyclone with original bulkheads?

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07-17-2007, 05:20 PM

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I have the black Cyclone with a 7700 mm and use 110-25, 100 will not work..You will have to put a small notch in the bulkhead for one of the Mamba max can screws to get the 25 to work right. Also a little notch to get the 110 in but not much.
My motor runs around 165, speedo 135 with rubber tires.
Now go woop some 3.5's

07-17-2007, 05:53 PM

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i would use a 96 or a 100 spur

07-17-2007, 07:18 PM

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use a 100 spur, that will work fine

07-17-2007, 11:56 PM

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Where did you find those?

rc-mushroom and I think rc model also have them

they are actually a pro4 part

07-18-2007, 12:00 AM

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Originally Posted by rc-zombies

I know the Pro3 172T Low friction belt will fit the front.
it's the rear belt I can't find..stock is 62T. need like a 65T

soon as I find out more on the belts.. let you all know.

I am quite sure the MI3 front belt is 2 teeth bigger than the cyclone so you have to find the rear belt.

I have done my job

07-18-2007, 04:45 AM

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And the Pro 4 cvd and universal shafts are the same size as the cyclone?

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rc-mushroom and I think rc model also have them

they are actually a pro4 part

07-18-2007, 05:11 AM

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And the Pro 4 cvd and universal shafts are the same size as the cyclone?

Only the axles and the crosses[whatever they are called] they wont work with the mip cvd's.
The pro4 dogbones are to long for the cyclone, you need the version1 or 2 cyclone dogbones in steel or ali with the square titanium axles.