A layout change at my track and my switch to a different body has resulted in me smacking the boards a little more often. I broke 2 c-hubs (one plastic, one graphite) on back-to-back runs earlier this week. While putting together an order on rcmarket I see that they have Arena aluminum hubs. I think it was JimmyMac who made mention the other day that he's running these. Anyway, I'm curious as to whether those who have opted to run the Arena (or other aluminum) hubs have experienced some of the typical things that people encounter with aluminum steering parts. Namely, more likely to snap the steering blocks, suspension arm or even the chassis.
I ordered a bunch of new plastic c-hubs. My intention is to also try the boiling method. Has anyone else tried this with any degree of success? I went plastic as opposed to graphite since that's all I could find from one of the American-based parts sellers.