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Old 11-02-2018 | 04:59 AM
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RCEnduro
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Originally Posted by Fsttanks
The majority of the issues with control while using the HL electronics come from the poor track to ground "grip" provided by the stock M41 tracks. Even with the slightest addition of power they break traction easily and this causes the track to spin faster than desired. Since tanks roll on their tracks this makes for handling difficulty. Adding weight to the tank will help to some degree, but it will still be touchy unless you swap over to "rubber padded" tracks with FAR FAR greater grip or replace the electronics at some point.

The metal control/axle arms for the road wheels are pretty strong and you will have to really work at breaking them. To date I have not broken a metal one and I drive my tanks harder and faster then most. I do not know what you mean by "little idler guys" are you referring to the three upper track return rollers on each side of the tank or the front hull mounted wheels (idlers). Either way there are easy ways to ensure the stay secure.

The M41 pictured in my last post has a modified turret to give it a slightly modernized look. The main gun has also been changed to represent a modern 90mm cannon.
OK so I took one link out of both tracks, I lost some downward suspension travel on the far ends but without a tensioner and the tracks being so loose before I still think better this way for outdoor use like you said.
Plus now I have two more extra links and pins! Sorry about my bad terminology I was referring to the smaller wheels on top.

I lubed them up alittle bit and they will probably stretch after I run it a few times and be just right. Hopefully the extra load on the drivetrain doesn't get things too hot but it will probably be fine. plus if anything breaks its good excuse to upgrade lol

Last edited by RCEnduro; 11-02-2018 at 05:05 AM.