X Pro building tips

[4_cell_racer]

So my X Pro arrived today screaming to be built.....:D

Are there any build tips I should be aware of during the build?

Also I read somewhere about drilling out the shock pistons!!? Do you still just keep to the 2 holes (or do you drill more) If so to what size?
Are there any other make of piston that fit the X Pro shocks?

Oh and some gearing advice please, going to put in a LRP Sphere with a 10.5 motor

Thanks in advance
Lee

[Hatebreed]

if you want other options regarding the shock pistons kyosho ones fit

the car build is quite straight forward, i used associated grease instead of the std in the diff. only downside is the quality of the screws so be sure to use good tools!

[Battle_axe]

So my X Pro arrived today screaming to be built.....:D

Are there any build tips I should be aware of during the build?

Also I read somewhere about drilling out the shock pistons!!? Do you still just keep to the 2 holes (or do you drill more) If so to what size?
Are there any other make of piston that fit the X Pro shocks?

Oh and some gearing advice please, going to put in a LRP Sphere with a 10.5 motor

Thanks in advance
Lee

drill them out to 1.2 all round keep just 2 holes as for the gearing i range from a 26 to a 28 when running mine

[kaylon]

I did a quick step by step for a Macnum on my blog... not a huge amount of info :) .. it's the same base chassis.

http://rc-buggybash.blogspot.com/

J

[woOdy]

drill them out to 1.2 all round keep just 2 holes as for the gearing i range from a 26 to a 28 when running mine

Only drill out the rear. Leave the fronts as standard.

[Battle_axe]

Only drill out the rear. Leave the fronts as standard.

Hmm really I didn't like mine like that as I always run my cars very soft

[4_cell_racer]

Well finally built the X Pro, and was just wondering if others find that the gearbox when 1st built is quiet stiff :confused: And also the arms only just drop under there own weight when it's got the hubs fitted (quiet a tight fitting!!)

Looking forward to giving the buggy a run :thumbsup:

Also took a few pics of the rear T plate and was wondering if it's the old or new one (sorry for the rubbish pics :blush: ) ?
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y23/4_cell_racer/78642798.jpg
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y23/4_cell_racer/4ed619cc.jpg
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y23/4_cell_racer/76860a73.jpg

Cheers
Lee

[sidecarphil]

is there a new type rear chassis ??

I know there is a new type front chassis

to make the build easier i tap out all the holes with a M3 x 0.6 tap the screws go in nicer and then there is less stress on the plastic parts

[Battle_axe]

That's the new one mate :) it's been like this for about 9 months :)

[4_cell_racer]

That's the new one mate :) it's been like this for about 9 months :)

Excellent stuff :thumbsup:

[notme]

is there a new type rear chassis ??

I know there is a new type front chassis

to make the build easier i tap out all the holes with a M3 x 0.6 tap the screws go in nicer and then there is less stress on the plastic parts

I highly recommended this, it definatley helps ease the stress on the parts, and tear downs, parts replacing, assembly.
Im currently building the T8 (X8), taking a bit longer but worth it imo.