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BrianG · 04.13.2008, 08:42 PM

Like azjc said, it sounds more complicated than it really is. Once you get the tranny in-hand, it's much more clear. Option 4, while sort of "destructive", is reversible by just getting a new centrifugal clutch and putting it in.

As far as durability is concerned; it is pretty tough. The only other tranny mod to do is maybe use different pins that hold the gears to the shaft. The stock ones are kinda weak, but there are instructions in this thread as well.

Diffs are gonna be the next weakest link. But, a set of aluminum cups can be a fairly cheap way to extend their life. Or, get Mike's 8th scale diffs.

Another possible weak spot are the shafts, particularly the one going from the diffs to the wheels. Because they are subjected to a lot of torque, the ends may twist over time. A set of CVDs helps this, or turn down the torque setting a little in the ESC.

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BrianG RC-Monster Admin Offline Posts: 14,609 Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Des Moines, IA	04.13.2008, 08:42 PM Like azjc said, it sounds more complicated than it really is. Once you get the tranny in-hand, it's much more clear. Option 4, while sort of "destructive", is reversible by just getting a new centrifugal clutch and putting it in. As far as durability is concerned; it is pretty tough. The only other tranny mod to do is maybe use different pins that hold the gears to the shaft. The stock ones are kinda weak, but there are instructions in this thread as well. Diffs are gonna be the next weakest link. But, a set of aluminum cups can be a fairly cheap way to extend their life. Or, get Mike's 8th scale diffs. Another possible weak spot are the shafts, particularly the one going from the diffs to the wheels. Because they are subjected to a lot of torque, the ends may twist over time. A set of CVDs helps this, or turn down the torque setting a little in the ESC.