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[TheLetterJ]

Try the stock pinion, I ran into the same issue and thought I may have gotten the pinion’s mixed up. When I switched them out the other one is spinning more or less fine, but still not as smooth as I like. Will see how it goes when I get a driveshaft shimmed up and have it on the transmission.

I'll give that a shot tomorrow. In 1:1, mixing and matching pinions is a big no-no, since the pitch (if that's even the right word?) of a helical cut pinion gear of a given tooth count (in this case 8) is different, depending on the tooth count of the ring gear (27 or 30.) There's much less on the line in this application though, so I'll certainly give it a try!

 

[Topher Builds]

I'll give that a shot tomorrow. In 1:1, mixing and matching pinions is a big no-no, since the pitch (if that's even the right word?) of a helical cut pinion gear of a given tooth count (in this case 8) is different, depending on the tooth count of the ring gear (27 or 30.) There's much less on the line in this application though, so I'll certainly give it a try!

Good to know, I’ll take it slow when I get driveshafts and power to it.

 

[Topher Builds]

For the top shaft part, it’s been pointed out that the instructions need an update.

Here’s a pic of how the shaft and pin should look before the gear goes on, there’s a bearing in the middle there.

The shaft goes in the opposite side (2nd pic) from where the gear is, then the pin, then the gear, then another bearing.


*edit. Also attached, 4th pic, is the spacer that you would install (or not install) depending on whether or not you run a dig. Not very clear which piece is the spaced in the instructions themselves.

Lastly, for the dig mechanism itself this may help with the order of components on the pull shaft. The Horseshoe looking piece goes on the shaft first, then the e clip behind it to hold it in place, then lastly the plastic spacer, but only if you’re not going to use the dig, otherwise leave it off.

 

[Panther6834]

Also attached, 4th pic, is the spacer that you would install (or not install) depending on whether or not you run a dig. Not very clear which piece is the spaced in the instructions themselves.



Lastly, for the dig mechanism itself this may help with the order of components on the pull shaft. The Horseshoe looking piece goes on the shaft first, then the e clip behind it to hold it in place, then lastly the plastic spacer, but only if you’re not going to use the dig, otherwise leave it off.

Regarding the spacer, Rich (of RCN) mentioned the same thing in his build video. It would help (greatly) if Axial/Horizon Hobby had mentioned this in the manual. Hopefully, they'll get an updated PDF version up on the website, work all the various "errors" having been corrected.

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[Topher Builds]

It’s alive! Overall a pretty good build. Materials feel much better.

I’ll post a build thread and more thoughts on the process after getting some shut eye.

 

[WHITE-TRASH]

One thing nobody has mentioned is the parts are not on trees like the old days. Everything is free and nicely bagged as well as cleanly trimmed. Very refreshing.

 

[Rich Trujillo]

Hey all, working diligently on getting a manual update, so feel free to spread the word, hoping it will be updated by next week.

I looked at this many times and just missed these issues in the manual. Sometimes you get just to close. The 1:1 sizing of hardware and bearings I presumed would be fixed at Print but by that time it was too late. We have a new staff working on the manuals and so it was a perfect storm, however I will own this one.

Either way i appreciate everyone's patience and for working together to spread the word about the issues.

Thanks,
Rich

 

[JatoTheRipper]

Hey all, working diligently on getting a manual update, so feel free to spread the word, hoping it will be updated by next week.



I looked at this many times and just missed these issues in the manual. Sometimes you get just to close. The 1:1 sizing of hardware and bearings I presumed would be fixed at Print but by that time it was too late. We have a new staff working on the manuals and so it was a perfect storm, however I will own this one.



Either way i appreciate everyone's patience and for working together to spread the word about the issues.



Thanks,

Rich

If the manual turns out to be the worst part then you did a damn good job. I assume your customer service is going to be getting the brunt of bad feedback about the manual from angry newbs though. You might want to get them some donuts and coffee or pizza for them on Friday.

I think most of us on this site could work through the issues using our experience, but I can see many newbs being stopped in their tracks on some steps. The worst part of the slipper clutch/spur gear shaft instructions being incorrect is that the assembled model on the following pages confirms incorrect assembly rather than showing what it should look like. The model doesn't show the step on the shaft, against which the slipper clutch will rest, on the outside of the transmission case like it should be. I hope that's fixed as well. I also hope what I said makes sense.

 

[GA Dawg]

If the manual turns out to be the worst part then you did a damn good job.

Agreed

 

[Rich Trujillo]

If the manual turns out to be the worst part then you did a damn good job. I assume your customer service is going to be getting the brunt of bad feedback about the manual from angry newbs though. You might want to get them some donuts and coffee or pizza for them on Friday.

I think most of us on this site could work through the issues using our experience, but I can see many newbs being stopped in their tracks on some steps. The worst part of the slipper clutch/spur gear shaft instructions being incorrect is that the assembled model on the following pages confirms incorrect assembly rather than showing what it should look like. The model doesn't show the step on the shaft, against which the slipper clutch will rest, on the outside of the transmission case like it should be. I hope that's fixed as well. I also hope what I said makes sense.

Thanks Jato...ya that step was missed by a couple people in the office. All that is being cleared up and the revision should be a ton better.

Yup CS is going to get some donuts LOL

Rich

 

[m59y]

Any comments on the slipper? With just a plastic spacer and no spring, it is either slipping or locked - very difficult to find a balance as just cracking the nut makes a huge change. Not sure why there is even a slipper there in this case. Thanks.

 

[CM9000]

Any comments on the slipper? With just a plastic spacer and no spring, it is either slipping or locked - very difficult to find a balance as just cracking the nut makes a huge change. Not sure why there is even a slipper there in this case. Thanks.

Its a design carried over from the losi comp crawler trans. Yes its locked, but will give in a decent bind. Stops from breaking parts.

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[Matt.k]

I'm looking to get links level to the ground. Will the stock shocks built to full length get that for me or do I need internal limiters?

Use the softer springs and fully compress them a few times before installation. This will get the shocks to settle close to where you want it to actually sit with the lower links level.

 

[Topher Builds]

Steering pics...

Third one shows the bump stop on the axle housing.

 

[lonleycreeper]

I didn't see this posted yet.... Harley discusses the issues with the manual....

https://youtu.be/PMePAQcySGM

 

[JatoTheRipper]

Use the softer springs and fully compress them a few times before installation. This will get the shocks to settle close to where you want it to actually sit with the lower links level.

Thank you!


For those of you that built your Capra, is your transmission really loud? Mine is smooth as hex, but loud when powered by the motor. So I'm thinking maybe I need to adjust my pinion to spur mesh even though it seems fine to me.

Also, is anybody getting the 8.25mm extended dimension for the Dig? Mine doesn't extend that far. I'm closer to 7mm.

 

[WHITE-TRASH]

Steering pics...

Third one shows the bump stop on the axle housing.

I ground the stops down and the inside edge of the steering arms so they didn't contact the axle shafts at full lock.

 

[Topher Builds]

I ground the stops down and the inside edge of the steering arms so they didn't contact the axle shafts at full lock.

Good to hear, I almost got to dremeling but didn’t want to mess it up. Glad to know it well for you.

 

[forty2]

Never saw a definitive answer in the lead up to release, but out of the box on stock wheels and Axial BFG Krawlers it misses the mark of being Class 3 legal just barely. I measure the distance between the tires as 7" on the nose and the width of the cage at the doors at 5.6".

 

[Panther6834]

For anyone having tried the SSD 6-bolt OD, and had a problem, you're not the only ones. Turns out, even those who bought them for their Trail King, or SCX10 II...they're having problems, as well.

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