Kraton 8s metal diff cases now available and shipping.

[Rcproponent]

Looks like the 8s metal diff cases are finally “in stock” Just got my shipment notification

https://www.horizonhobby.com/product/metal-diff-case-set/ARA310975.html

 

[Megasty]

Now my EXB won't have to suffer the pain of a cracked case every 3 runs like the RTR

 

[dk3000]

As I'm new to the 8s scene. Is that metal diff case needed?

 

[Megasty]

As I'm new to the 8s scene. Is that metal diff case needed?

I have 7 cracked plastic cases & each time I needed to replace all the internal gears - & all was from the same truck

 

[No-Idea113]

I haven't had any issues in the runs I've put on my EXB but I figured it can't hurt to swap them when doing the next service so I have a pair on the way. Hopefully they are worthwhile.

 

[SrC]

I guess the $90. for 3 of them is cheap insurance.

 

[Armarookie43]

As I'm new to the 8s scene. Is that metal diff case needed?

It took me months to destroy one with my XLX2 1100kv powered Outcast, but it will happen. Not sure about the stock system. You might be OK with the stock electronics. Maybe. Maybe someone that hasn't upgraded to giant motors and ESCS can chime in?. It was the front diff. The rear plastic case is fine, but I'm not taking chances.