Kyosho now on the re-re bandwagon - Scorpion

[harvey]

Does anyone know what modern 2.2" wheels will work up front? (preferably with the stock bearings) I am only familiar with associated (sae) models, but I had to get one of these.
It's a nice retro kit (what quaint front geometry) , and I'd second the observations about the out drive bores not being deep enough. I disassembled my diff a couple of times while boring out the out drives on a drill press, and the drive shafts are free now.

[Hcp22]

Does anyone know what modern 2.2" wheels will work up front? (preferably with the stock bearings) I am only familiar with associated (sae) models, but I had to get one of these.
It's a nice retro kit (what quaint front geometry) , and I'd second the observations about the out drive bores not being deep enough. I disassembled my diff a couple of times while boring out the out drives on a drill press, and the drive shafts are free now.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Kyosho-W5681-PRO-X-White-Front-Wheels-NIP-PRO-X-/290378476943?pt=UK_ToysGames_RadioControlled_JN&hash=item439be7ed8f

[toyranosaur]

Also, the wheels I'll have out in a couple days will be offered in a set just for the Scorpion- With rear hex adapter & use stock bearing. Chris REC

[Tman]

Thanks Chris, just signed up Look forward to the info on scorpion bits.

[SMOKE-DOG]

Bored, waiting on these hop ups to drop, I tried on some new wheels and tires to see what fits. I'm loving the wide stance with these front wheels. It's also safe to say that just about any rear wheel will fit because of the way they mount. These Prolines are for an RC10.

[toyranosaur]

Sneak peek- These will be 12 mm. rear & 11 mm. bearing front for all cars that take 'em, but a special set w/adapters will also be available just for the Scorpion that take stock bearings. 2 tones, shiny & spun center like the kit wheels. To take RC4WD Mickey Thompson MTZ's, or any 1.55 tyre. Radically changes the look! Email out in a day or 2. Chris REC

[Raman]

Sneak peek- These will be 12 mm. rear & 11 mm. bearing front for all cars that take 'em, but a special set w/adapters will also be available just for the Scorpion that take stock bearings. 2 tones, shiny & spun center like the kit wheels. To take RC4WD Mickey Thompson MTZ's, or any 1.55 tyre. Radically changes the look! Email out in a day or 2. Chris REC

Stunning work Chris! Refresh my memory.. The stock tyres are 1.55?

[toyranosaur]

Nope! That's why it's such a major difference. Once I get pics taken for the Email, I'll let you chaps know & they'll be in my forum. Chris REC

[Hcp22]

Sneak peek- These will be 12 mm. rear & 11 mm. bearing front for all cars that take 'em, but a special set w/adapters will also be available just for the Scorpion that take stock bearings. 2 tones, shiny & spun center like the kit wheels. To take RC4WD Mickey Thompson MTZ's, or any 1.55 tyre. Radically changes the look! Email out in a day or 2. Chris REC

Will do

[SMOKE-DOG]

Nice looking wheels. I see ima need another Scorpion soon...

[toyranosaur]

Thank'ee Gents! Here's a pic of the finals- The Email just vwent out. All info & Giveaway here!

http://www.rc10talk.com/viewtopic.php?f=83&t=36218

Luck, Chris REC

[Hcp22]

Dwayne in CA now has released an adjustable motor plate.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/KYOSHO-2014-SCORPION-CNC-MACHINED-ADJUSTABLE-MOTOR-MOUNT-PLATE-/131273457556?pt=Radio_Control_Vehicles&hash=item1e9081ff94#ht_265wt_1105

[toyranosaur]

He says "Interferes a little with the cover." Ha! Jesus. It means you WILL have to hack your cover up, be warned. The dust shroud is a part of the tranny as it supports the center shaft: The cover does not allow use of screws that 'stick up', and you can't use a slot for the flathead screws or it only contacts 2 small points & will not hold. I know as I already dismissed doing a plate for these reasons, after much thought. I don't know this guy's history or if he's 'Somebody' to you guys, but his design ability is crap and he's trying to pawn off substandard pieces with that 'Interferes a little" BS. Take a pass, this is a rip-off (Unless you like hack cars.) Chris REC

[DennisM]

Dwayne in CA now has released an adjustable motor plate.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/KYOSHO-2014-SCORPION-CNC-MACHINED-ADJUSTABLE-MOTOR-MOUNT-PLATE-/131273457556?pt=Radio_Control_Vehicles&hash=item1e9081ff94#ht_265wt_1105

Cool!

[GoMachV]

I don't recall ever having a fitment issue when slotting the holes bitd....am I forgetting something? Makes me want to get to grinding on mine when I get home and see what's up

I know the motor brace will be an issue....but we never had those from my memory. maybe mine were missing! Lol