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RE: REVO RACIN' THREAD - 2/28/2008 5:37:50 AM   
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yea it's attached..so far it's worked..lol..Here's my next hop up I going to try..Only bummer is it uses C clips..It's made by RPM. Heres the info..sounds really good..



Revo True-Track Rear A-arm Conversion Kit
The RPM True-Track Rear A-arm Conversion Kit for the Revo eliminates some of the biggest headaches associated with toe link rear ends. Rear toe angles are nearly impossible to set accurately and there isn't a gauge currently made that can accurately identify whether each individual wheel’s toe angle is set correctly in relation to the chassis. The RPM True-Track rear end kit completely eliminates the rear toe links, locking in the rear toe angle at a solid 1.5 degrees per side for a total rear toe-in angle of 3 degrees. By getting rid of the rear toe links, we’ve completely eliminated all rear bump steer! That means the rear toe angle remains consistent throughout the entire range of suspension travel, providing superior rear end tracking regardless of the terrain. Identical to our T/E-Maxx True-Track Kit, the Revo True-Track Kit retains the stock upper pivot ball in the new, ultra beefy RPM axle carrier to allow precise camber adjustments while the lower pivot ball has been eliminated in favor of a rock-solid 4mm diameter hinge pin that locks in the rear toe angles for race winning consistency (hinge pin replacement part #80970). All aspects of the RPM True-Track Conversion Kit have been beefed up for rugged durability and slop free movement throughout its range of travel. Additionally, we’ve incorporated our oversized bearings into the new RPM axle carrier design, providing an additional 2mm more bearing contact with the axle while doubling the bearing load rating & tripling the fatigue rating over the stock bearings.

So does all this come at a cost of added weight? The RPM Revo True-Track Rear A-arm Conversion Kit actually weighs LESS than the stock components it replaces! How much less? 16 grams PER SIDE! That’s a total weight loss of 32 grams or 1-1/8 ounces! That means you get perfect rear toe angles, added A-arm strength, bearings that are more durable & longer lasting, an unbeatable breakage warranty and a reduction in weight! What more can anyone ask for?

What’s Included: Our Revo True-Track Rear End Kit consists of two upper rear A-arms, two lower rear A-arms, two beefy rear axle carriers, two outer 6x15mm sealed bearings, two inner 12x21mm sealed bearings, two aluminum pivot ball setscrews, two delrin pivot ball bushing cups, two M3x16mm shock mount screws, two 4mm diameter tool steel hinge pins & enough e-clips to get the job done (4 minimum).

RPM Recommendations: The RPM True-Track System is designed to match RPM A-arms (Part #80212 & #80215 - Right Side & #80222 & #80225 - Left Side) & Axle Carriers (#80582 & #80585 - 1 package needed) currently available for the Revo. With the True-Track system mounted at the rear and a set of RPM replacement A-arms & Axle Carriers up front, you are assured the best & most indestructible A-arm / Axle Carrier combination possible!

To prolong the life of your bearings, RPM recommends the use of our #81170 Bearing Blaster. For accurate camber adjustments, please consider the use of our #70950 Monster Camber Gauge.

Tech Notes: These rear end kits work on all versions of the Traxxas Revo. One kit will complete the entire rear end of any Revo. These kits will not work in conjunction with Traxxas (#5356) 120-LT Long Travel Rockers.

80562 Revo True-Track Rear A-arm Conversion Kit - Black
80565 Revo True-Track Rear A-arm Conversion Kit - Blue

Suggested Retail Price $49.95




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RE: REVO RACIN' THREAD - 2/28/2008 5:46:17 AM   
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If you racing the RPM true track conversion isn't the best choice since you have to change your toe angle for almost every track you race on and it offer a very little ammount of toe angle JM2C.

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RE: REVO RACIN' THREAD - 2/28/2008 6:29:37 AM   
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3 degrees is enough, I never change the stock setting and all I do is Race..but I dont travel to much..Just race at 2 local tracks. So I have my set ups pretty much dialed as far as the rear traction goes..

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RE: REVO RACIN' THREAD - 2/29/2008 3:37:26 PM   
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Let us know how that works out. I'm still iffy, but willing to try. I know that they way it's stonger, but It's missing a crossbar on the upper a-arm.
My next upgrade will be some aluminium rockers with different mounting so that you can switch been p2 or p3 without changing the rockers themselves.... (yeah, sounds confusing but here's the link)...

http://www.neweramodels.com/item.cgi?part_id=2940



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RE: REVO RACIN' THREAD - 3/9/2008 4:38:46 AM   
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What machinist do when they get bored..........

These ofna 17mm hexes are the shizzle for running bigger better wheels on the Revo......
But the only thing that holds them on is a pin sliding through the cross hole. The treaded part of the axle is running in a smooth hole on the outer part........
Eventually they start wobbling on the outer end as the threads dig into the aluminum.
So I decided to countersink the adapter 45 degrees and make these brass cone nuts with a mating 45 degree angle.

They only screw on about 3.5 threads but the lock these babies down and prevent any wobbling.

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RE: REVO RACIN' THREAD - 3/9/2008 5:30:37 AM   
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quote:

ORIGINAL: Pecanpatch

What machinist do when they get bored..........

These ofna 17mm hexes are the shizzle for running bigger better wheels on the Revo......
But the only thing that holds them on is a pin sliding through the cross hole. The treaded part of the axle is running in a smooth hole on the outer part........
Eventually they start wobbling on the outer end as the threads dig into the aluminum.
So I decided to countersink the adapter 45 degrees and make these brass cone nuts with a mating 45 degree angle.

They only screw on about 3.5 threads but the lock these babies down and prevent any wobbling.


If you could make those the same color blue as the adaptors I might go for a set of those.
I know what your talking about on the the wobbling, it gets really annoying after a while.

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RE: REVO RACIN' THREAD - 3/9/2008 12:52:11 PM   
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They are made from 5/16 hezagonal brass stock. You cant annodize brass, but it can be chrome plated.
This is what OFNA should do to them to make it right.....
They could come up with some aluminum the right size to make them.
The bigger 23 MM sizes use a stock traxxas nut to hold the hexes on.

Me , I could care less what color they are. I want to set my camber and toe in and w/o these cone nuts on there I can hardly ever get the same angle measurement twice.

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RE: REVO RACIN' THREAD - 3/11/2008 1:44:01 AM   
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Heres the state of the revo. Any good ideas on cleaning. I was going to use a little dish detergent and water and go over it with wd40 afterwards, what do you think? since I have it apart anyone have any suggestions on reasonable upgrades? Meeaning not a $279 engine,lol, but things that are known to be faulty or bad and should be replaced. Thanks guys

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RE: REVO RACIN' THREAD - 3/11/2008 2:49:53 AM   
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Sup WestPhill,

Cleaning... I use Simple Green/Denatured Alcohol mix. Works great and will not cause any rusting.. Problem is, the simple green leaves a residue, so I end up washing off with water. My fix...... spray everything down with a light coat of WD-40 (mostly in placees where rust could form. the other places don't matter).
Be careful though.. when mixing the SG/Denatured Alcohol.. if you use the wrong ratio, some crystals precipitate and can clog a spray bottle if you are using one. Now if I can only remember what that ratio is....... I'll find out and let you know... but it works well!!

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RE: REVO RACIN' THREAD - 3/11/2008 3:27:05 AM   
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Whats up slim. I went to a few different stores and I couldnt find either. Im going to try kmart tommorow, Im just not going to make a special trip to home depot to just get htis stuff. If they dont have it Ill just use the soap and water. Hopefully I can have it back together by Sunday, I have another project Im working on so this might get the back burner. I work both jobs this weekend so Ill be lucky If I get anything done. Ill definetly post pics if I do though.

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RE: REVO RACIN' THREAD - 3/12/2008 2:42:18 AM   
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I had another question what can I use to seal up my engine, I think I have a leak somewhere.

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RE: REVO RACIN' THREAD - 3/12/2008 2:48:05 AM   
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Orange RTV comes in a copper colored tube.

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RE: REVO RACIN' THREAD - 3/12/2008 6:37:11 AM   
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when ever i buy a new revo, I rebuilt it and i always end up with a extra screw. why is that? I even look at the manual and i have all the correct