xdanxx

Hi,
I'm new to the rc world and just purchased a tamiya tt-01 kit to start off. I have one question, in the manual it says to apply grease in multiple places, can I just use 100% pure silicone grease? thanks

BuggyKing

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I would recommend using Black Associated grease to use on Thrust assembly and Associated Clear grease when building the diff.

Autopsy1

i second that
however how often should you regrease ball diffs and such

BuggyKing

iTrader: (17)

Generally you can feel the diff and if it starts feeling a little grindy then it's time to change the diff rings or just flip them. Then you clean the diff I use motor spray, afterwards you can use the Associated clear grease to reinstall your diff balls and reassemble your diff again.

thahookup

i had one more quick question about grease...

is there anything i can use for grease that i could buy at a local hardware store ?

BuggyKing

iTrader: (17)

You can use WD-40 to clean and lubricate pivot areas like arms were hinge pins are used.

Andrew Barr

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You have to be careful using WD40 on plastics as it can destroy them and cause cracking. WD40 will actually swell the plastic and it is a great dust collector. Silicone spray is best for lubricating when plastics are involved.