Typhon Kraton v6 hubs on TLR Typhon

[OzarkRC]

I recently bought a new TLR Typhon to turn into a truggy with MX28’s. I used the new v6 Kraton hubs and have been waiting on the ADU hex adapters to show up to see if the hubs would clear the 2.8” wheels. Well, its very close but we have clearance Clarence.

Heres a pic of the new rig, still waiting on a few more parts if course, but I’m pleased how its turned out so far.

 

[Chapinb]

Little close, might see some wear on the hubs.
Are the v6 taller or wider than the v5?

 

[OzarkRC]

Little close, might see some wear on the hubs.
Are the v6 taller or wider than the v5?

I think its the corners where the bolt heads are, square instead of round at pillar balls, and they look like they stick out further than v5s. I don't have v5 hubs yet to compare, waiting on them also.
I wanted to use the v6s as they look stronger but in the end may not work as well as v5s. The old “get both” philosophy.

 

[Big Kid]

Been using Kraton axle housings on the TYPHON for years making a wide track buggy.

 

[BashingBrian]

I believe with wheel flex they will rub the carriers, they should have rounded the corners somehow like the old versions

 

[Garcbomber]

Thunder just cracked one of those, hopefully an anomaly. Not a fan a Truggifying using spacers/adapters/hubs instead of properly using wider Mojave Arms/shocks/axles, but at least the hubs have the larger inner bearings which you’ll definitely need..

@2:26

I realize it’s just an RC, but fwiw that 3/4” adapter to scale is a big multiplier on a 1:8 buggy that’s under substantial bashing impacts.
https://www.theautopian.com/our-suspension-engineer-tells-you-his-opinion-on-wheel-spacers/

Adapter/spacer/hex extender

 

[OzarkRC]

I can tell you I have no intentions of jumping like ThunderRC does.

 

[332_RC]

I can tell you I have no intentions of jumping like ThunderRC does.

That's all he does is destroy RCs
Rek RC is pretty good

 

[Garcbomber]

I can tell you I have no intentions of jumping like ThunderRC does.

Heard that one before, until the right send area comes along and you want to F around and find out the limitations of the toughest RC on the planet!

 

[OzarkRC]

Is my lack of self control that obvious

 

[Garcbomber]

Is my lack of self control that obvious

Once you own a 6S, all bets are off!

 

[BruceRC]

Thunder just cracked one of those, hopefully an anomaly. Not a fan a Truggifying using spacers/adapters/hubs instead of properly using wider Mojave Arms/shocks/axles, but at least the hubs have the larger inner bearings which you’ll definitely need..

Oh man, that landing at 2:38, ouch.

 

[Lil Dylan]

Thunder just cracked one of those, hopefully an anomaly. Not a fan a Truggifying using spacers/adapters/hubs instead of properly using wider Mojave Arms/shocks/axles, but at least the hubs have the larger inner bearings which you’ll definitely need..

@2:26

I realize it’s just an RC, but fwiw that 3/4” adapter to scale is a big multiplier on a 1:8 buggy that’s under substantial bashing impacts.
https://www.theautopian.com/our-suspension-engineer-tells-you-his-opinion-on-wheel-spacers/
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Adapter/spacer/hex extender

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Can anyone confirm is this is really an issue in practice or just theory?

 

[Chapinb]

About using wide hex/hubs?
Wide hex add leverage and increase the load on the hub bearing. Can cause premature wear or failure of the bearing, or hub itself. Wide hexes change the steering geometry, add additional strain to the servo, is a source of additional wobble both from the hex and amplifying any camber/toe/steering linkage wiggle.
Wider hubs put more strain on a weaker part of the arm rather than making a longer, stronger arm.
Wider arms are the stronger way to go, almost always. But in reality, wider hubs or slightly extended <10mm hexs arnt a problem in the vast majority of cases.

 

[Big Kid]

About using wide hex/hubs?
Wide hex add leverage and increase the load on the hub bearing. Can cause premature wear or failure of the bearing, or hub itself. Wide hexes change the steering geometry, add additional strain to the servo, is a source of additional wobble both from the hex and amplifying any camber/toe/steering linkage wiggle.
Wider hubs put more strain on a weaker part of the arm rather than making a longer, stronger arm.
Wider arms are the stronger way to go, almost always. But in reality, wider hubs or slightly extended <10mm hexs arnt a problem in the vast majority of cases.

Kratons BASH like a Beast !!! running even taller and wider wheel/tires !! typically at higher voltage than Typhons generally run
Using Kraton spec Axles & housings on a TYPHON which has smaller wheels and a lot less load/stress on everything .... It is NOT an issue what so ever !!!

 

[Garcbomber]

Can anyone confirm is this is really an issue in practice or just theory?

Are you questioning the visible geometry difference, engineering source reference, or just plain logic here?

Kratons BASH like a Beast !!! running even taller and wider wheel/tires !! typically at lower voltage than Typhons generally run
Using Kraton spec Axles & housings on a TYPHON which has smaller wheels and a lot less load/stress on everything .... It is NOT an issue what so ever !!!

That makes complete sense and what most geometry educators, engineers, and professional drivers would all agree with.

Apologies, I’m just being an *sshole, don’t let anyone ever tell you how to play with your own toys!

 

[Lil Dylan]

Are you questioning the visible geometry difference, engineering source reference, or just plain logic here

I was pretty clear in my question.

 

[Garcbomber]

I was pretty clear in my question.

Oh I see, you’re wondering if Thunder RC installed a broken hub on it before the bash.

 

[Lil Dylan]

Oh I see, you’re wondering if Thunder RC installed a broken hub on it before the bash.

Wrong again.

 

[Lil Dylan]

Oh I see, you’re wondering if Thunder RC installed a broken hub on it before the bash.

Just messing with you dude..