clocking CKRC Low Profile Berg Axle Tubes

[radical rc]

I received these in the mail today, very nice by the way, and have a few questions that I hope somebody can help me out with. My questions pertains to clocking and caster of these axles. I'm going to try going with about 20* in the front. The problem i'm having is I don't know where 20* is and how to find it or for any * angle for that matter. All I know is clocking these tubes is achieved by turning the tubes to the * angle that you want and locking it in place with 3 grub screws that are located at the end where the flange assembly attaches to the gear box. Also if I wanted, is it posible to add caster, and how would I go about doing so. Thanks in advance, Radical RC.

[Szczerba]

Edit:

clock it 20 degs and then use shorter upper links for some positive camber..

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[gunnar]

The tubes can rotate in the flanges, so you won't need a tool. I'd say put the axle together and leave the tubes loose in the flanges, then adjust to your liking, when your happy with the angle, make it permanent.

[Szczerba]

Originally Posted by gunnar

The tubes can rotate in the flanges, so you won't need a tool. I'd say put the axle together and leave the tubes loose in the flanges, then adjust to your liking, when your happy with the angle, make it permanent.

opps.. forgot about that feature on these. Ignore my first post.

[radical rc]

Originally Posted by Shane_744

JeepinDoug made a clocking tool. Not sure if he still does. Put it on the tubes and relocates the mounting holes.
Berg Clocking Fixture, $20

clock it 20 degs and then use shorter upper links for some positive camber..

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I have already looked at that option and would like to leave it as a last resort because CKRC designed these tubes to have multiple clocking options without drilling any holes. I just want to know how to figure out how far I have to turn the tube in order achieve 20*. For the shorter upper links thank you very much that makes sense.

[gunnar]

I don't know the exact measurement, but the distance between holes on my clocked front is about 4.5mm- that is pretty rough though, maybe JeepinDoug can get you a more accurate number.

[radical rc]

Originally Posted by gunnar

The tubes can rotate in the flanges, so you won't need a tool. I'd say put the axle together and leave the tubes loose in the flanges, then adjust to your liking, when your happy with the angle, make it permanent.

But how do I know when Ive got 20*?

[radical rc]

Originally Posted by gunnar

I don't know the exact measurement, but the distance between holes on my clocked front is about 4.5mm- that is pretty rough though, Maybe JeepinDoug can get you a more accurate number.

Thanks for the advice much appreciated.

[gunnar]

Originally Posted by radical rc

Thanks for the advice much appreciated.

Yep, of course you have to remember that my measurement is taken near the middle of the flange wall. Your measurement would be at the tube/flange meeting point, or junction, which would result in a smaller distance because it's closer to the centerline of the axle.

I know there is some mathematical equation for it, but I sure ain't going to figure it out.

[nsg1rc]

Originally Posted by radical rc

I have already looked at that option and would like to leave it as a last resort because CKRC designed these tubes to have multiple clocking options without drilling any holes. I just want to know how to figure out how far I have to turn the tube in order achieve 20*. For the shorter upper links thank you very much that makes sense.

Something like this will work for you.
http://www.harborfreight.com/dial-ga...der-34214.html

[Failedabortion]

ODxPI then divide by 360...or divide by 36 to get 10* distances

[upoveryou]

Here's Instructions show 15 degrees give you something. To start with
http://www.ckrccrawlers.com/info-ckr...it-p-3072.html

[radical rc]

Thanks for the help. I'm looking into something right now. I will get back if I find that it will work.

[greencrawler]

I used a straight edge on the back side of the inner c's with an angle finder on the straight edge. I have the tires mounted and setting at ride height . Hope this helps

[radical rc]

Originally Posted by greencrawler

I used a straight edge on the back side of the inner c's with an angle finder on the straight edge. I have the tires mounted and setting at ride height . Hope this helps

This is what I was thinking of doing. Picked up an angle finder today. This should do exactly what I need it to do. Thanks greencrawler.