Wheel weight location

[macruz]

I have done the reaserch on wieght location and have found 2 location/styles... stuck to the inside the rim and bearings inside the wheel.
There are pros and cons to both
But why not put them on top the axels... seems to me that you would get the best of both worlds if not a happy medium.

You would not be adding any roating weight to the axle(saves drive train)

I know I must be missing something here.

This is why I'm a noob... thanks

[J.DUKE]

You're totally right in your thinking, but its just a trade off.
--BBs get the weight ultra low, until your on steep inclines, then the weight falls to the back of the tire which is why I decided against it.
--Rim weight is what I did. It keeps weight towards the point of surface contact even on steep inclines, but, as you said, stresses the drive train.
--Axle weight is something Ive wanted to try because it wont stress the drive train, but it will sit a tad higher.

Ultimately, I would guess that a combo of added weight may be best. 2/3 in the rim and 1/3 on the axle or thereabout.
Mess around with it and post your results.

[macruz]

Thanks, for the response. thought I was lost in cyber space for a miniute
I am getting my first this week... the losi mini
I'll post my results, but much like when I stared rc racing, I probably wont be a good enough driver to tell what is good or bad for a little while.
Thanks

[Dynamic^Cipher]

I've been hearing reports that static weights on the axle instead of on the rim may be a better way to go. Haven't tried this myself yet though.

[deephis46]

This is what i did with my stock AX10 beadlock...

made from solid stainless steel...

[Nate08]

Both methods seem to work out very well. I run 4 ounces in each wheel on my WK my buddy runs 9 ounces on the axle of his AX10 - both go all the same places.