Originally Posted by LadiesFirst

Hi all,
I'm sorry for starting a new thread on this, but when I searched threads the only thing I found was XXX-CR (car). I have a problem with my CR truck that I can't figure out. I may have to try to call Losi if I can't find the answer here.

I had to replace my aluminum rear hubs due to severe damage on one side. When I removed them, the CVD spun smoothly on both - I checked them. I purchased new aluminum hubs and also checked and scraped them for slag. I put in the same bearings (all smooth) and used all the same hardware - the same stuff that was smooth before I took them apart. When I put them into the new hub, the CVDs were very rought and turned with resistance. I removed and reinstalled the hardware several times, including going back to the old hubs. I have a very small wrench for pushing the pin that goes through the hex nut and the outdrive. When I insert the pin, it makes for rough and resistant turning. When I pull the pin out and put my tiny wrench through the hole, it is smooth. If I remove the hex nut and put the pin through the hub, it is also smooth. So I replaced the hex nuts with new ones - no difference - still very resistant and rough. I am about ready to tear my hair out. Anybody else have this problem? They were smooth and working perfectly before I replaced the hubs, and again, if I leave the hexes off, it is smooth. The pins are also straight and not bent. There is more resistance than I am comfortable with and it creates a lot of drag and sporatic motor performance because it catches. I can hear the motor suddenly break it loose here and there.