volcano problem maybe
03-25-2008, 04:53 PM
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well the new S30 came in today and after inspection it looks like the rear shock mount is leaning towards the rear like crazy any one else have this problem If so let me know the fix also could someone please post pick of rear from the bottom
another thing the battery box hits the shock spring i really dont want to hack but Could i get dsome pics of yours if you have that prob
ill put up some pics as soon as camera charges
another thing the battery box hits the shock spring i really dont want to hack but Could i get dsome pics of yours if you have that prob
ill put up some pics as soon as camera charges
03-25-2008, 04:56 PM
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RE: volcano problem maybe
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well the new S30 came in today and after inspection it looks like the rear shock mount is leaning towards the rear like crazy any one else have this problem If so let me know the fix also could someone please post pick of rear from the bottom
another thing the battery box hits the shock spring i really dont want to hack but Could i get dsome pics of yours if you have that prob
ill put up some pics as soon as camera charges
well the new S30 came in today and after inspection it looks like the rear shock mount is leaning towards the rear like crazy any one else have this problem If so let me know the fix also could someone please post pick of rear from the bottom
another thing the battery box hits the shock spring i really dont want to hack but Could i get dsome pics of yours if you have that prob
ill put up some pics as soon as camera charges
03-25-2008, 05:27 PM
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RE: volcano problem maybe
It looks fine to me, it is normal for both the front and rear shock towers to lean back. Also for the battery box/ shock issue; you can shave just a little off the corner with a dremel drill and it will clear just fine. I'll try to get a pic of mine for you.
03-25-2008, 05:51 PM
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RE: volcano problem maybe
but in one of the third pic you can see that the shock tower and the bumper dont look right look between the shock were te bumper hit tower it should be at 90 degrees there or at least you would think that on my old volcano STX the tower was never bent like that but it might just be the new style
After furthur looking it looks ok compared to the rest of the pics ive sen but it just looks cattywompus
After furthur looking it looks ok compared to the rest of the pics ive sen but it just looks cattywompus
03-25-2008, 06:03 PM
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You shouldnt have to shave anything and the shock tower does look like its leaning pretty bad. Does redcat look at these before selling?
You shouldnt have to shave anything and the shock tower does look like its leaning pretty bad. Does redcat look at these before selling?
03-25-2008, 06:13 PM
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RE: volcano problem maybe
Hey blue thanks for pointing it out. I will look at some of the ones here and compare them all. i just glanced at one and it almost looks like the shock towers are backwards but i will look for sure. Hang in there i will have an answer for you very soon.
03-25-2008, 06:41 PM
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RE: volcano problem maybe
u can just use a dremel tool on the battery box, but leave the screw on there and grind it all the way so it is flush with the screw head where it touches, that's what i did and it works fine now.
03-25-2008, 06:52 PM
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RE: volcano problem maybe
Here is Redharris fix
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This is the mod jumpanddrop is talkin about.
First picture is a Top view. Second Pic is from underneath. .Third Pic is from the side.
This is the mod jumpanddrop is talkin about.
First picture is a Top view. Second Pic is from underneath. .Third Pic is from the side.
03-25-2008, 06:58 PM
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I just shot an email off to the factory so they can make some changes in future shipments.
Anyone have an SV that might be about 2-4 months old? If so, did you have to do this as well?
Darin
Anyone have an SV that might be about 2-4 months old? If so, did you have to do this as well?
Darin
03-25-2008, 07:07 PM
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RE: volcano problem maybe
I believe the battery box clearance has been an issue for awhile now. It just barely touches the spring and does not cause that much of an issue; thats why I'm sure you haven't heard much about it. You can see in the pictures on your site that it is very close to the shock.
03-25-2008, 07:09 PM
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RE: volcano problem maybe
my shocks are like that also so its not just the redcat volcano. i have a truck from D&A racing which is the same as the volcano SV
03-25-2008, 07:29 PM
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Hey thanks bro Just wanted to let you know i mean its a simple fix but just didnt look right
BTW thanks for the truck it will see many good video LOL hopefully not destroying it
BTW thanks for the truck it will see many good video LOL hopefully not destroying it
03-25-2008, 07:40 PM
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RE: volcano problem maybe
My volcano is now modded to the alum upper plate, So I couldn't tell ya if there was any rubbing or not I bought mine last July. Almost 8 months ago, I'm sure I would have noticed it...
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RE: volcano problem maybe
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I just shot an email off to the factory so they can make some changes in future shipments.
Anyone have an SV that might be about 2-4 months old? If so, did you have to do this as well?
Darin
I just shot an email off to the factory so they can make some changes in future shipments.
Anyone have an SV that might be about 2-4 months old? If so, did you have to do this as well?
Darin
03-25-2008, 08:14 PM
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RE: volcano problem maybe
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u can just use a dremel tool on the battery box, but leave the screw on there and grind it all the way so it is flush with the screw head where it touches, that's what i did and it works fine now.
u can just use a dremel tool on the battery box, but leave the screw on there and grind it all the way so it is flush with the screw head where it touches, that's what i did and it works fine now.
03-25-2008, 08:18 PM
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RE: volcano problem maybe
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posted a smart ass comment. changed my mind and deleted it. sorry
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u can just use a dremel tool on the battery box, but leave the screw on there and grind it all the way so it is flush with the screw head where it touches, that's what i did and it works fine now.
u can just use a dremel tool on the battery box, but leave the screw on there and grind it all the way so it is flush with the screw head where it touches, that's what i did and it works fine now.
