TRUGGYRACER1

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What's everyone's input on these aluminum axles I've seen to lighten up drivetrain? It says for truggy and buggy, has anyone used them and they broke? Thanks for any input, forgot to ad I have a Losi 8ight t 3.0

rallyebmx

iTrader: (21)

Yes they can break %100. That's the risk u take with those.

Jaz240

iTrader: (52)

I tried them once a few years ago and they snapped first race out. I won't go there again.

TRUGGYRACER1

iTrader: (42)

Ok how about the aluminum spider gear shafts for the diffs?

Exojoe

iTrader: (3)

I would never put aluminum gears in any of my axles, it's just not worth the breakage which can also take out other things.

Hoese37

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When you go to aluminum from steel, youre giving up a lot of durability for only minimal weight savings.

dbrown

You'll probably never notice any difference other than brakeage stick with what comes with your kit.

TRUGGYRACER1

iTrader: (42)

Ok last question, how about titanium turn buckles and screw kit?

Hoese37

iTrader: (5)

Turnbuckles are a good upgrade, but screws get pricey.

Imbue

iTrader: (1)

I think some may have miss read this question. Aluminum cross shafts for the internal spider gears are fine. The Durango plastic ones are even better if they fit your brand (3.5mm shafts).

TRUGGYRACER1

iTrader: (42)

Yes the cross shafts, not the gears them selfs, just looking to free up some weight and less rotating mass

rallyebmx

iTrader: (21)

I've never had those fail. I have also never heard of those failing. I guess will see from posts.....

BlueStreakOne

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I have tried every light weight option available but for ti screws. All but the aluminum axels and ti hinge pins work well. All that being said it was very pricey for nominal benefit. The parts that come with the kit are fine and the light weight components are not nearly as beneficial as making sure you have the right set up and tires for your driving style.

pickle311

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Lighter isn't always better. Look at the current trends, people are adding weight to their cars to help get them more stable.
However, the biggest effect would be lightening up the drive train without sacrificing the integrity. The cross shafts in the diffs would be the first thing to try, along with titanium screws in the diffs.

token

I have absolutely destroyed Alum Drive Train parts on the truck and they didnt last long on the buggy. Me personally, have tried all the Ti stuff and my driving is not to the detail of me noticing anything. If your itching to spend money, buy tires...