Started my XL kit

[TOMS97ZJ]

Like the title says I started my Yeti XL kit today. Didn't even finish the diffs before running into problems. Missing 4 washers and one of the diff cups doesn't have the groove for the o-ring to sit into.

This is my first kit build so I am a little bummed it's not right but I guess that happens. I waited for my fast Eddie bearings to come in before I started.

I sent axial an email hoping they are fairly fast about it.

[Lavaheadache]

can you post a pic?

[TOMS97ZJ]

[pro mod steve]

That don't look right.

[TOMS97ZJ]

Nope. Contemplating ordering the HR aftermarket diff cup for this one. I can get the washers I need at the same time.

[Cheez]

Originally Posted by TOMS97ZJ

Like the title says I started my Yeti XL kit today. Didn't even finish the diffs before running into problems. Missing 4 washers and one of the diff cups doesn't have the groove for the o-ring to sit into.

This is my first kit build so I am a little bummed it's not right but I guess that happens. I waited for my fast Eddie bearings to come in before I started.

I sent axial an email hoping they are fairly fast about it.

I just started my kit this week(first ever build), also missing the four washers. I contacted Axial and they got back to me right away. If your gears are Helical (spiral cut,HD) I'm told that the washers are not needed.
Bummer about the cup they should take care of you right away

[TOMS97ZJ]

Originally Posted by Cheez

I just started my kit this week(first ever build), also missing the four washers. I contacted Axial and they got back to me right away. If your gears are Helical (spiral cut,HD) I'm told that the washers are not needed.
Bummer about the cup they should take care of you right away

Talked to them today. Sending a replacement cup and washers but also said the washers aren't needed with the HD gears.

[BarHarborBasher]

Originally Posted by TOMS97ZJ

Talked to them today. Sending a replacement cup and washers but also said the washers aren't needed with the HD gears.

You only need the washers after the BHB pinion mod.

[Axial Rose]

Originally Posted by BarHarborBasher

You only need the washers after the BHB pinion mod.

Or - if you're doing the 3-bearing mod

[Sjonnie82]

I am going to buy Some popcorn...

[pro mod steve]

Originally Posted by Sjonnie82

I am going to buy Some popcorn...

Save me some we can watch together.

[mikemcE]

I've got beers......


Hang up and Drive

[BarHarborBasher]

Originally Posted by pro mod steve

Save me some we can watch together.

Hey save me a bowl and grab me a beer
Btw what are we watching LMAO

[pro mod steve]

Originally Posted by BarHarborBasher

Hey save me a bowl and grab me a beer
Btw what are we watching LMAO

You of all people should know.

[Cheez]

Originally Posted by TOMS97ZJ

Talked to them today. Sending a replacement cup and washers but also said the washers aren't needed with the HD gears.

Did you have a problem with kingpins? I have 2 that won't stay in.
What's the solution.

[tbinmd]

Originally Posted by TOMS97ZJ

I just started assembly on my kit and ran into the same issue. Couldn't
T figure out why getting the pin in was so hard. Caught a couple videos and notice the cups were metal with no plastic. Took a drill bit the size of the o ring and drilled out the plastic. It actually pops out before hitting any metal. Nice groove and things went together very easily after that mod.

[TOMS97ZJ]

Originally Posted by tbinmd

I just started assembly on my kit and ran into the same issue. Couldn't
T figure out why getting the pin in was so hard. Caught a couple videos and notice the cups were mental with no plastic. Took a drill bit the size of the o ring and drilled out the plastic. It actually pops out before hitting any metal. Nice groove and things went together very easily after that mod.

Hmm. Interesting. I'll have to give that a shot.

[TOMS97ZJ]

So that worked and I can start assembling again. Thanks very much.

Now the next issue. When putting the diff cover on the rear axle when I tighten it the diff starts to bind. It clicks instead of rotating smoothly. Only when I tighten the diff cover.

[pro mod steve]

Gotta do something with the pinion gear. BHB or 3 bearing mod.

[TOMS97ZJ]

Is that for both the front and rear pinion? Probably will do the 3 bearing mod. Any benefit to doing both?

Thanks for the info.