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Newbie Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: U.K.
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Hello! I've just brought a second hand XL already kitted out ready for 6s, however, I'm now unsure what to upgrade first. I've had a quick scan over the forum but I'm still a little confused as to what to upgrade first. I've been looking into anti roll bars and upgraded shock tops but, I'd love to know what's best to start with and where's be to buy (preferably in the U.K.!) Any help is very welcome and thanks in advance! Thanks Arron |
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Newbie Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: New Zealand
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Hi Arron. Welcome to the XL family. For me also being a newbie I have found the fourm a wealth of great information. Check out all of BHB mods ![]() For me I have replaced the following items Gpm front alloy shock tower Rpm front arms Gpm rear drive shalf ( a must if running on 6s ) BHB basher bar Replace the bearings in the transmission case with good quality ones. ( found out the hard way ) 3 bearing mod for the front and rear diffs Front sway bar from losi truggy Front springs from redcat XBE Gpm alloy steering crank I got all these parts from asiatees ![]() Also I found the stock wheels were crap, There are plenty of options out there especially when running 6s. I ended up making some square drives to fit redcat XBE wheels which are a bit bigger in dia compared to truggy wheels and smaller than the XL standard wheels ( which is the setup I like) I am sure there is plenty more up grades to add to the list and the guys on here wiil send you in the right direction. Most of all go out and have fun with the XL Cheers Last edited by Axial6768; 01-07-2017 at 02:41 PM. |
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Newbie Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: U.K.
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Fantastic thank you very much for your help! I read a little about the "3 bearing mod" earlier but was t 100% sure exactly what it was, I may need to research a little more! Thanks again!
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Rock Crawler Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: friendswood, TX
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NOT going to start a war but I use the BHB mod and have been very happy on 6S. I have not tried the 3 bearing mod so I am neutral on that.
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Rock Stacker Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Euphoria
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My first mods were the aluminum steering bell crank and a stronger steering servo ( protek 170T - 630oz-in @7.4V) to fix the sloppy steering feel. after that came the fast eddy bearings and a cup/ shield for the rear axle to keep debris out of the pinion input bearing. Good luck and have fun ![]() Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
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Pebble Pounder Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: Australia
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I'd start with sway bars, although it's crazy fun with out them. But that wears off after a few packs. Steering, you will notice pretty quick is rubbish, upgrade your steering and get yourself a decent servo. Oh and the dust cover (tailshaft) mod is a must do. The rest, do as you break stuff. Enjoy it as is. Have fun The 3 bearing mod is good, I've done it, but wait till you twist your shaft... it's not absolutely needed. Straight away. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
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RCC Addict Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: Bar Harbor
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note: only shim the 3rd bearing to the size of the spacer ...the remainder should be shimmed between the outer bearing face and the retaining clip. ![]() The stock driveshaft is incredibly durable after the 2 1/2"screw shaft mod !!! Rear track bar is a must for sure !! Last edited by BarHarborBasher; 01-10-2017 at 05:29 AM. | |
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Newbie ![]() Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: Veneta
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The stock driveshaft is incredibly durable after the 2 1/2"screw shaft mod BHB, do you have a link from this mod? I have looked and found some info but still not clear. |
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Quarry Creeper Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Bucharest, Romania
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Here it is Yeti XL Drive Shaft Mod ( As seen on the Wraith ) Unfortunately, no pictures anymore, since Photobucket decided they want more money ![]() |
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Newbie ![]() Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: Veneta
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Thank you. Much appreciated. | |
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Rock Stacker Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Phoenix
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I also just got an XL. Totally love this rig. I did a few of the mods above. But I cant find the 2.5" bolt mod. Sounds interesting. I haven't broke much on mine. Trans case plastic is garbage. Saving for an aluminum one. After the bearing started to go it must have heated the hole in sits in. So that hole is egg shaped. If you haven't replace the bearings with quality one yet I'd get on that. I did the bearing mode before I look on here for tips. It just made sense over a spacer. How's yours holding up? I also got mine used. The PO only upgraded the steering servo. (Nice Savox)I've bought the rpm arms and shock tower, fast eddy bearings and an aluminum front diff housing. Going for the steering rack next,,,,it's getting even looser...lol. Good luck with yours! |
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