firefoxussr

iTrader: (5)

Isn't that the truth. I cut myself one time trying to put one on my FGX (then realized i was doing it wrong).

Looks like pressing it over the top of the pin is safer than trying to push it around the grooves.

sakadachi

iTrader: (1)

For e-clips I use a 90 degree pick tool to remove, a flat smooth jaw plier (Xcelite) to install.

Tools... I am pretty satisfied with what I already have, but a metal low profile rotating RC stand for my m-chassis would be nice.

niznai

I think there is an effective E-clip installer-removal tool. Look in the airplane section of your local hobby shop.

http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/...EL._SY300_.jpg

sakadachi

iTrader: (1)

Nice, niznai.

swerv512

iTrader: (20)

An automated servo centering tool that would self center steering throughout a run. No more need to mess with trim after a board tap.

howardcano

iTrader: (37)

I like this! And to go along with it, how about a diff that has adjustable viscous coupling by just turning a single screw?

Odin544

iTrader: (93)

An idea generator. It could come up with ideas on products I could make and then sell back to the idea generator.

niznai

Done. It's called a gyro.

niznai

Done. It's called a ball diff.

howardcano

iTrader: (37)

That's very far from viscous. That's why we use gear diffs with oil in them.

kevinkirk

How about set-up tools or aids? has everyone got what they need?

niznai

Yeah, but still it's closer to a viscous coupling than gear diffs. And in 1/10 scale I guess it's as close as you're ever going to get. the only alternative is to use slipper pads.

howardcano

iTrader: (37)

Okay, my use of the term "viscous coupling" was unclear. I was referring to the viscous resistance between differential rotation of the outdrives, not from input to output; in other words, an oil-filled gear diff.

It would be nice to be able to have a quick adjustment on a gear diff that would give the same effect as changing the oil viscosity, without the time and effort of changing the oil. It would be similar to an adjustable damper (like the old XRays, or those found on many full-sized vehicles), but for a differential.

niznai

Well, we do have gear diffs.

But what you wish for is already here, albeit not in 1/10 scale. Limited slip diffs I mean. And oil viscosity isn't the only (or best) way to cover a range of settings. Much easier with mechanical principles.

Personally, I think slipper pads is the cheapest, lightest, most effective.

On the other hand I think Xray gave up the adjustable dampers because they were expensive to manufacture and people don't change settings that often anyway (in off-road might be a different situation).

The same for diffs. Find a good setup that works fine and it's pretty much set. I don't think you'd bother to change oils. I prefer to have a number of diffs ready made with a choice of oils so if need be, I swap the diff and go.

chensleyrc1

iTrader: (38)

Wireless power sources. A central power unit that everyone uses. You replace the battery with a power receiver. No more battery wars.