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Re: RC10CE runner tires
Posted: Sat Apr 28, 2018 1:34 am
by Vodzilla
XLR8 wrote: ↑Fri Apr 27, 2018 9:44 pm
Those Schumacher 4-row rear tires scr8p recommended should work well for you. I've found them to be a good all-around dirt and short grass tire (perfect for the backyard). Schumacher also made a "Mini Spike 15x12" (#2002378) that I've found works great on my dirt track when it has become dusty dry-slick. Unfortunately these have been discontinued but you can find them occasionally posted for sale on ebay.
I should also mention that since you're planning to run your car, you probably should replace the plastic knock-off wheel nuts with proper metal nylock nuts. The knock-offs are meant for display; they won't secure the wheel under power.
If you could share a link on where I could order those metal nylock nuts so that I may order them, it would help me a lot. Thanks.
Re: RC10CE runner tires
Posted: Sat Apr 28, 2018 6:40 am
by NomadRacer
Re: RC10CE runner tires
Posted: Sat Apr 28, 2018 9:04 am
by XLR8
Thank you Nomad. Don't you ever sleep?
So, yeah, the rears are #8-32 and the fronts are #4-40.
I usually find common items like this at my local Fastenal.
Re: RC10CE runner tires
Posted: Sat Apr 28, 2018 9:15 am
by NomadRacer
XLR8 wrote: ↑Sat Apr 28, 2018 9:04 am
Thank you Nomad. Don't you ever sleep?
So, yeah, the rears are #8-32 and the fronts are #4-40.
I usually find common items like this at my local Fastenal.
Do I ever sleep? Not much
I'm 59 years old, not a lot of time left to waste!
Re: RC10CE runner tires
Posted: Sat Apr 28, 2018 1:00 pm
by XLR8
I'm 58 and feel the same way; no time to waste on mail order, I need it NOW.
However, I also need my sleep.
Re: RC10CE runner tires
Posted: Sat Apr 28, 2018 1:21 pm
by Vodzilla
Thanks for the replies NomadRacer and XLR8. I'm gonna look at local hardware stores today. If I don't find them, I'll just order online. I too am inpatient and want everything immediately. Lol
Re: RC10CE runner tires
Posted: Sat Apr 28, 2018 2:32 pm
by NomadRacer
Your welcome, glad to help when and where I can.
I get my 8-32 screws for RC10 front end and rear bulkhead here:
http://www.fastener-express.com/aluminum-fasteners-nuts-washers.aspx
I use their 4-40 and 8-32 nyloc nuts. You can get different colors also!
Re: RC10CE runner tires
Posted: Thu May 03, 2018 11:30 am
by Vodzilla
Thanks NomadRacer. Btw, is there supposed to be a washer under each locknut?
Re: RC10CE runner tires
Posted: Thu May 03, 2018 12:48 pm
by NomadRacer
@Vodzilla
I don't use washers under nyloc nuts myself. The washers I do use are under button head, flat head, and socket head screws. I have a preference for washers from Factory Works aka GoMachV here on the forum. Not only do they spread the load, they look cool too!
Example of application...
Re: RC10CE runner tires
Posted: Fri May 04, 2018 2:20 am
by Vodzilla
Oh those look nice! So many things to buy! Lol
Re: RC10CE runner tires
Posted: Sat May 05, 2018 5:49 pm
by Vodzilla
Got nuts?
The front might need a washer per side as there is more play than I would like.
Re: RC10CE runner tires
Posted: Tue May 08, 2018 1:30 pm
by Vodzilla
Update:
Re: RC10CE runner tires
Posted: Tue May 08, 2018 2:26 pm
by NomadRacer
Wheels! That didn't take very long. Bummer about the axle being wrung off
Re: RC10CE runner tires
Posted: Tue May 08, 2018 2:50 pm
by Vodzilla
Two sets of inline front axles are coming my way.
I haven't decided which tires I'm gonna get for the JC Racing wheels though.
Re: RC10CE runner tires
Posted: Tue May 08, 2018 3:27 pm
by NomadRacer
Cool. If your cranking down on the nut to remove play, get you some shims to compensate for the slack. Install on the back side of the wheel.
