Rc10GT axle and 12mm hex conversion

General discussion, builds/restorations, etc...

Moderators: scr8p, klavy69

Post Reply
bigmd
Approved Member
Posts: 145
Joined: Mon Jul 28, 2008 5:35 pm
Location: Metuchen NJ

Rc10GT axle and 12mm hex conversion

Post by bigmd »

I am restoring my flat chassis GT and decided to go with the front end parts from the B4.2 so I can use hex adapters . I ordered RPM wheels for the electric Rustler and combined with the hex adapters from the B4 on the rear , there was barely axle threads to put nut on. The hex from the b4 has a extended lip on it. I ground it down flat and the wheels fit better and look like they should work out. I dont have front wheels yet. What wheels should I be looking for? Thank you

bigmd
Approved Member
Posts: 145
Joined: Mon Jul 28, 2008 5:35 pm
Location: Metuchen NJ

Re: Rc10GT axle and 12mm hex conversion

Post by bigmd »

I should add the rear axles are cvd type ....MIP I assume. Came on truck.

RemC
Regular Member
Posts: 7
Joined: Sun Jan 28, 2018 10:03 pm

Re: Rc10GT axle and 12mm hex conversion

Post by RemC »

any updates on the restoration?

JosephS
Super Member
Posts: 1421
Joined: Thu Mar 23, 2017 5:31 pm
Has thanked: 951 times
Been thanked: 413 times

Re: Rc10GT axle and 12mm hex conversion

Post by JosephS »

bigmd wrote: Tue Aug 29, 2017 1:01 pm I am restoring my flat chassis GT and decided to go with the front end parts from the B4.2 so I can use hex adapters . I ordered RPM wheels for the electric Rustler and combined with the hex adapters from the B4 on the rear , there was barely axle threads to put nut on. The hex from the b4 has a extended lip on it. I ground it down flat and the wheels fit better and look like they should work out. I dont have front wheels yet. What wheels should I be looking for? Thank you
So I am going to hijack a years old thread. I have my rc10T converted to hex in the rear and I am considering hex in the front as well. The rc10 t4/5/6 wheel fit just great. However all of the current stadium truck wheel look identical and boring.

I noticed that there are 2.2" stadium truck wheel for traxxas available that have some style to them for just a few $$
https://www.amainhobbies.com/traxxas-12mm-hex-2.2-front-stadium-truck-wheel-2-satin-chrome-tra3673/p-qqqzt2uqhzxxactz

I see that the front and rear are listed seperate, I am assuming because of different offsets. Does anyone know what wheels would fit similar enough to the stock ones. If I am a few MM wider or narrower I don't mind. I just want to be able to use standard tires and add some style without having to drop $40 on a 2 pairs of vintage RPM wheels.

User avatar
juicedcoupe
Super Member
Posts: 2893
Joined: Sun Aug 16, 2020 4:05 pm
Location: Pascagoula, MS
Has thanked: 224 times
Been thanked: 1664 times

Re: Rc10GT axle and 12mm hex conversion

Post by juicedcoupe »

The rear offset is a little narrower than factory and the front offset is a little wider than factory.

Things get close when using the rear offset. Everything cleared on the truck I had but that may change depending on what parts you used to convert to hex.
Always looking for new and interesting ways to waste money.

JosephS
Super Member
Posts: 1421
Joined: Thu Mar 23, 2017 5:31 pm
Has thanked: 951 times
Been thanked: 413 times

Re: Rc10GT axle and 12mm hex conversion

Post by JosephS »

juicedcoupe wrote: Mon Sep 20, 2021 6:06 pm The rear offset is a little narrower than factory and the front offset is a little wider than factory.

Things get close when using the rear offset. Everything cleared on the truck I had but that may change depending on what parts you used to convert to hex.
So it sounds like either set would be fine, but the front offset would clear everything without trouble.

I used the b4.2 front to convert the front hex, leaving it a bit narrow and the rc10T4.2 hex blocks on MIP cvd's on the rear.

User avatar
juicedcoupe
Super Member
Posts: 2893
Joined: Sun Aug 16, 2020 4:05 pm
Location: Pascagoula, MS
Has thanked: 224 times
Been thanked: 1664 times

Re: Rc10GT axle and 12mm hex conversion

Post by juicedcoupe »

JosephS wrote: Mon Sep 20, 2021 9:24 pm
juicedcoupe wrote: Mon Sep 20, 2021 6:06 pm The rear offset is a little narrower than factory and the front offset is a little wider than factory.
So it sounds like either set would be fine, but the front offset would clear everything without trouble.
This truck uses Traxxas Nitro Rustler rear wheels, which have the same offset as electric front wheels. It has plenty of clearance everywhere.

https://www.rc10talk.com/viewtopic.php?f=36&t=45839&start=15
Always looking for new and interesting ways to waste money.

JosephS
Super Member
Posts: 1421
Joined: Thu Mar 23, 2017 5:31 pm
Has thanked: 951 times
Been thanked: 413 times

Re: Rc10GT axle and 12mm hex conversion

Post by JosephS »

juicedcoupe wrote: Wed Sep 22, 2021 11:07 am
JosephS wrote: Mon Sep 20, 2021 9:24 pm
juicedcoupe wrote: Mon Sep 20, 2021 6:06 pm The rear offset is a little narrower than factory and the front offset is a little wider than factory.
So it sounds like either set would be fine, but the front offset would clear everything without trouble.
This truck uses Traxxas Nitro Rustler rear wheels, which have the same offset as electric front wheels. It has plenty of clearance everywhere.

https://www.rc10talk.com/viewtopic.php?f=36&t=45839&start=15
So the wheels to fit a 12mm hex converted RC10T would be

Electric Rustler Front
Traxxas 12mm Hex 2.2" Front Stadium Truck Wheel
TRA3673
https://www.amainhobbies.com/traxxas-12mm-hex-2.2-front-stadium-truck-wheel-2-satin-chrome-tra3673/p-qqqzt2uqhzxxactz

Nitro Rustler Rear
Traxxas 12mm Hex 2.2" Lite Rear Wheels
TRA1972
https://www.amainhobbies.com/traxxas-12mm-hex-2.2-lite-rear-wheels-2-white-tra1972/p-qqqrtseqhzxxactz

RPM Revolver 10 Hole Traxxas Electric Front/Nitro Rear Wheels (2) (Chrome) 12mm Hex
RPM82063
https://www.amainhobbies.com/rpm-revolver-10-hole-traxxas-electric-front-nitro-rear-wheels-2-chrome-rpm82063/p-qeazqstqgzxxactz

User avatar
juicedcoupe
Super Member
Posts: 2893
Joined: Sun Aug 16, 2020 4:05 pm
Location: Pascagoula, MS
Has thanked: 224 times
Been thanked: 1664 times

Re: Rc10GT axle and 12mm hex conversion

Post by juicedcoupe »

I have all three types. They all fit fine.
Always looking for new and interesting ways to waste money.

Post Reply

Create an account or sign in to join the discussion

You need to be a member in order to post a reply

Create an account

Not a member? register to join our community
Members can start their own topics & subscribe to topics
It’s free and only takes a minute

Register

Sign in

  • Similar Topics
    Replies
    Views
    Last post
  • 12mm hex conversion
    by vinmansbrew » » in Temple's RC10 Tech Forum
    6 Replies
    6882 Views
    Last post by vinmansbrew
  • 12mm Hex Conversion for Cat XLS
    by Teaboy » » in Schumacher Forum
    3 Replies
    1455 Views
    Last post by Danf1275
  • R10T/T2 12mm hex
    by Trackingz » » in RC10 Truck Forum
    3 Replies
    1269 Views
    Last post by jwscab
  • rc10t 12mm hex
    by Trackingz » » in RC10 Truck Forum
    0 Replies
    895 Views
    Last post by Trackingz
  • modern 12mm hex for xxx......help
    by RC4X4 » » in Losi Forum
    1 Replies
    65 Views
    Last post by mAdMan
  • 12mm hex wheels on the front?
    by SteveK » » in Temple's RC10 Tech Forum
    9 Replies
    2880 Views
    Last post by SteveK
  • What's the thinnest 12mm hex w/crosspins?
    by Coelacanth » » in R/C Off-Topic / Chit-Chat
    5 Replies
    1372 Views
    Last post by Coelacanth
  • 12mm stock hex wheel on OIN (w/ b4 UJ's)
    by Lonestar » » in RC10 Buggy Forum
    4 Replies
    866 Views
    Last post by Lonestar

Return to “RC10 Truck Forum”

Who is online

Users browsing this forum: No registered users and 15 guests