Race Night Horrors and Surprises!
Jeez, tonite couldn't have started off any worse.. First, I had a ton of trouble with the front universals, wobble, pins coming out, etc. (nightmare) I honestly think this a weak point in the car.
Second I kept losing batteries out the side with the slightest biff on my part.
Here's how I solved the front end problem:
HPI RS4 front hubs, MIP CVD's for the RS4, and the correct bearings (inner and outer) I had to remove a small amount of material from the top and bottom of the hubs to fit but it is PERFECT. The MIP CVD's are SUPER smooth, no wobble, NONE, even at full lock!!! The hub is now centered in the carrier which for the strangest reason produces LESS roll in the corners AND faster turn-in. The car rocks now. Guys I know I'm new here but I gotta tell ya, this the only way to fly. (One note: I did use the TOP aluminum hubs for the RS4 and the older MIP CVD's that have the flanged axle<larger inner bearing>)
Just thought I'd share this.
Lastly I taped in my batteries, problem solved.
Let me if others want any more info on this.