Micro Hardware

[Bray D]

I found a couple places selling screw kits, but I can't find the tiny ball studs (for the steering links, shocks, etc) anywhere.

Does anyone know where to source some? Do you guys have a go-to hardware kit for your micros and minis?

[RexRacer19]

For the SCX24 the best source I've found for the $$$ is to buy the shock set. You get 8 ball studs.

[Bray D]

Originally Posted by RexRacer19

For the SCX24 the best source I've found for the $$$ is to buy the shock set. You get 8 ball studs.

That's what I was worried about.

McMaster is usually my go-to for hardware. They have 1.4mm stuff but it's crazy expensive; $1 per screw in some cases! They also don't have ball studs that small.

Sounds like buying OEM is the best bet right now. Thanks for the insight.

[shiggy]

M1.4 hardware is inexpensive from UXCell via Amazon

[Bray D]

Originally Posted by shiggy

M1.4 hardware is inexpensive from UXCell via Amazon

Nice. I did a quick search but didn't find an assortment. Do you have a link?

Looks like HR offers a decent 1.4mm screw set. I'm pondering picking up one of these:

https://www.amainhobbies.com/hot-rac...14mss/p1224218

[shiggy]

Originally Posted by Bray D

Nice. I did a quick search but didn't find an assortment. Do you have a link?

Looks like HR offers a decent 1.4mm screw set. I'm pondering picking up one of these:

https://www.amainhobbies.com/hot-rac...14mss/p1224218

The HR set is out of stock.
No assortment packs from uxcell. I bought several bags of 20-50 bolts, washers, or nuts. The bolts in 3-4 different lengths. Total cost was still under $15.

I needed to poke through the search results and double check they are actually the correct size.

Also, get a proper 1.3mm wrench. I tried a .05” (1.27mm) I had and stripped a couple of bolt heads.

[shiggy]

uxcell M1.4x12mm Alloy Steel Hex Socket Head Knurled Cap Screw Bolt Black 20pcs https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MXJJ52P..._pPJAFbGNWQX45

Wera - WER118064 05118064001 Kraftform Micro 2054 Hexagon Electronics Precision Screwdriver, 1.3mm Head, 40mm Blade Length https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003ES5MDU..._WQJAFbE5WK5DT

[Bray D]

Solid info. Thanks shiggy.

Good to know about the .050” driver failing you, too. I’m using a machined .050” tool at the moment and it even seems snug at times. I may pick up a proper 1.3mm wrench just for the sake of SI purity.

[Gramps]

Originally Posted by Bray D

Solid info. Thanks shiggy.

Good to know about the .050” driver failing you, too. I’m using a machined .050” tool at the moment and it even seems snug at times. I may pick up a proper 1.3mm wrench just for the sake of SI purity.

I have both a MIP 1.3mm & a .050" the 1.3mm seems a little to big I get a much better fit with the .050" (1.27mm) sometimes you have to wiggle the .050" to get a good tight fit.

[shiggy]

Originally Posted by Gramps

I have both a MIP 1.3mm & a .050" the 1.3mm seems a little to big I get a much better fit with the .050" (1.27mm) sometimes you have to wiggle the .050" to get a good tight fit.

My experience is the opposite.
.05 is looseish no matter what.
1.3 is snug and secure.