Kraton Kraton wheels will not turn on the ground

[Adamj804]

Just replaced my servo with a new one. Stock for stock. What would cause the wheels to turn like they should on the stand, but barely turn when I put it in the ground?

 

[Mongoose]

Sounds like you need to tighten the servo saver

 

[Mad Man Slice]

I agree......Servo saver is loose.

 

[PowerDubs]

This question pops up several times a week. We need a BOLD sticky!!

 

[Adamj804]

Thanks! That worked. Hobbytown manager showed me what to look for and what to do.

 

[Mongoose]

Good deal! Sounds like a good shop!

 

[Stimmy]

And how about the v4 guys? Servo saver is wayyyyyy too loose! Any known alternatives beside shimming?

 

[Notorious J]

And how about the v4 guys? Servo saver is wayyyyyy too loose! Any known alternatives beside shimming?

After seeing the @bicketybam video on the new servo saver, it sounds like your s... outta luck.

 

[Soppy]

And how about the v4 guys? Servo saver is wayyyyyy too loose! Any known alternatives beside shimming?

You could replace the spring with a heavier one. The trick is getting it apart without destroying it. I put a box end wrench on each end , then put it in a vise to compress the spring enough so the wrench does not slip off the nuts. Once you get it moving enough , you can compress the spring by hand to keep the wrench on. It's put together with lots of locktite.

 

[bicketybam]

And how about the v4 guys? Servo saver is wayyyyyy too loose! Any known alternatives beside shimming?

Yes. Get a V3 servo saver ?

 

[Stimmy]

You could replace the spring with a heavier one. The trick is getting it apart without destroying it. I put a box end wrench on each end , then put it in a vise to compress the spring enough so the wrench does not slip off the nuts. Once you get it moving enough , you can compress the spring by hand to keep the wrench on. It's put together with lots of locktite.

Now where can I find this spring you speak of??

Yes. Get a V3 servo saver ?

lmao of course! I was actually thinking about doing that

 

[Soppy]

Now where can I find this spring you speak of??

lmao of course! I was actually thinking about doing that

Your hobby shop might be able to help or a good hardware store. A V3 servo saver would be easier to find.

 

[CL-Audio]

After seeing the @bicketybam video on the new servo saver, it sounds like your s... outta luck.

Wait, what am I missing? v4 servo savers are defective?? Thinking about picking up a new Outcast/Notorious and obviously would like to know what I am getting into problems wise.
Thanks guys.

 

[Stimmy]

Wait, what am I missing? v4 servo savers are defective?? Thinking about picking up a new Outcast/Notorious and obviously would like to know what I am getting into problems wise.
Thanks guys.

Ur getting into loosing steering on grass or any surface that offers some sort of resistance really. I’d very much prefer to be able to adjust the tightness of the servo saver on to my own accord. I’m pretty sure the aftermarket will capitalize on this for sure.

I guess they’re (Arrma) in the business of simplifying operations. Completely understood from a business perspective, but from an enthusiasts point of view it kinda sucks.

TDLR: Loose steering, still a beast truck.

 

[CL-Audio]

Ur getting into loosing steering on grass or any surface that offers some sort of resistance really. I’d very much prefer to be able to adjust the tightness of the servo saver on to my own accord. I’m pretty sure the aftermarket will capitalize on this for sure.

I guess they’re (Arrma) in the business of simplifying operations. Completely understood from a business perspective, but from an enthusiasts point of view it kinda sucks.

TDLR: Loose steering, still a beast truck.

Aaah! Thanks for the clarification, its working as intended for better or worse. I'll keep that in mind.