I tried the rear motor setup last night. I'm impressed with the forethought that went into this. The pipe hanger mount, motor mounts, and filter support all just flip around. I didn't make any other setup changes. Just reset ride height and adjusted linkage and hit the track. It wasn't the best of tests because I was running bad tires and the track was very dusty. But, I did notice a couple things. The car was more stable overall, really everywhere but there are a couple spots on the currently layout which this breezed though easier. What really surprised me is that it didn't lose much steering.

I made the change in preparation for Psycho Nitro Blast, but may just keep it this way. I recommend giving it a try.

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Love the paint schemes. Sharp looking for sure!

Just looking for some opinions. How many runs are you guys putting on the tekno clutch bearings before changing them out?

Good question mate cause I have some say they get days outs off them

But I must admit I only get 1 day out of them and I thought the over size clutch bearings would last longer too

I have been preaching about rear motor from the start!!! lol

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Used Tekno NB48 for sale. Chassis not "flat" 1-2mm as per post #993 and rear driveshaft bent as per post #1002. All other parts in near new condition total runtime less than 1 hour. Have nip tank, nip clutch bell, 2 x nip aluminum rear driveshafts, 1 x nip steel rear driveshaft, 1 x nip front aluminum driveshaft. The shocks have the Ti-nitride coated shafts in them and are awesome. Also have aluminum steering servo horn. All factory spares, manuals, boxes. No engine or electrics. Shipped anywhere in Australia, $250. Can ship overseas at buyers expense, PM me if interested. Can post/send photos at request.

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I ran my NB-48 for the first time this weekend. Box setup was rather pointy and not much steering for my taste. Gunna do the rear engine placement to calm it down and pull some steering stop washers to get more steering throw.

Kit is a dream to build though. Best I have assembled by a long shot. Instructions are very nice.

what springs are you running on the front shocks?

Hey guys, just getting back into nitro. Have my nb48 w reds r5c motor and pipe on the way. In addition to starter box, igniter, fuel bottle, servos and receiver pack what else should I buy immediately to be ready to go, I.e. Tools or different filter or anything so I'm 100% ready.

Also for the FTW body, is it a direct fit w no other modifications? Looks a lot bettr than stocker

Get strongest 4mm turnbuckle you can afford. Mine cheap Yokomo stripped very fast.

It's more easier to put balls into camber link' ends when those camber plastics are warmed in the cup of hot water.
Five stars to Tekno guys for making servo saver adjustment screw for 17mm wrench!
Also noticed that even with both rear braces chassis has more flex than my AE8.2 with carbon reinforcement in rear. Maybe adding mud guards gonna reduce it, who knows..

Hello to everyone. So I'm not having much luck finding a Tekno NT48 body. Does anyone happen to know of where I can purchase one? Thank you for your help. Yes, I know I'm posting in the NB48 section but it seams that more information is being shared in the buggy section.

Luke

I have been getting about a gallon out of clutch shoes and bearings. I have been running indoors though.

stock, I think its pink. This is the buggy I won at the Ice Breaker

Saw the NB at a race today at Leisure Hours. I had the feeling I should of waited to buy it late last year and today I KNEW I should of waited. But nope,I picked up a D812 late last year.
I was impressed with how the car looked. Seeing it was the first time it had seen the track,I didn't ask for a test drive but I'm pretty sure I don't need one...Plus it would only bump up the self butt kicking I was wanting to do to myself.

I think I might need to put that D812 up for sale cheap to get my hands on a NB...When the gut speaks,one should listen. I ignored it last year but I shall not ignore it anymore!!