Does the glowplug need a washer. O.S v-spec
01-07-2009, 04:59 PM
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Does the glowplug need a washer. O.S v-spec
This is my first O.S vzb and just want someone to confirm that the plug that comes with it does not need a washer. Its a T-Type(turbo plug) P3. I am going to get a couple spare plugs, should I get the P3 or the P6? Thanks for answering my question. Ken
As well, should I put a shim behind the flywheel collet? And how do you tighten the clutch nut without turning over the engine? Thanks
As well, should I put a shim behind the flywheel collet? And how do you tighten the clutch nut without turning over the engine? Thanks
01-07-2009, 05:18 PM
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RE: Does the glowplug need a washer. O.S v-spec
No, turbo plugs do not need a washer. Use a tool to hold the flywheel and tighten it as hard as you can. The crank is super strong so go crazy when tightening it.
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RE: Does the glowplug need a washer. O.S v-spec
As for tightening the clutch nut I used a cloth wrapped around the flywheel with channel lock pliers and used the proper sized socket and snugged it up nicely without a shim. Hope this is right? What about the washer with the glowplug?
01-07-2009, 05:20 PM
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RE: Does the glowplug need a washer. O.S v-spec
Thanks for your quick reply pyromania. I will snug it up a bit more. And I'm good to go without a shim between the collet and bearing right?
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RE: Does the glowplug need a washer. O.S v-spec
im guessing you have an 8ight, so yes you need 2 shims between the colet and the bearing and I use one shim infront of the front bearing and screw to hold the clutchbell
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RE: Does the glowplug need a washer. O.S v-spec
Crap. I already have the flywheel on. I have a spare collet. Can I remove the flywheel and use the same collet or do I have to replace it. And what size shims? Thanks
no you dont need any behind the collet
01-07-2009, 05:34 PM
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RE: Does the glowplug need a washer. O.S v-spec
Its all good. I'm new. So no shim between the collet and engine bearing? The clutchbell I should be able to figure out for proper clutch play.
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RE: Does the glowplug need a washer. O.S v-spec
on all my losis i put a spacer behind the collet...they come with the losi shim package...some guys do and some dont use shims or spacers behind the losi 8 collet
