New Tank tracks have loosened.

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jcole134
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Re: New Tank tracks have loosened.

Post by jcole134 »

OK, everyone who responded. I have finally figured out what I did wrong that caused the tracks on one side of my JS-2 to sag noticeably when compared to the other side. As I said when I first introduced myself I am not only a noob when it comes to RC Tanks but an RC anything noob. I failed to notice that the idler wheels on the JS-2 which offer some adjustment in increments so you can set track sag are right handed and left handed. As you've guessed by now I put them back incorrectly lol. Well, I have now fixed the issue. Thankyou for all your suggestions though.
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PainlessWolf
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Re: New Tank tracks have loosened.

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Good morning,
Nice to hear that you got it sorted.
regards,
Painless
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Jofaur86
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Re: New Tank tracks have loosened.

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Hello,
Despite everything ,provide a support under the frame,to relieve the suspension :thumbup: during the hours of rest
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43rdRecceReg
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Re: New Tank tracks have loosened.

Post by 43rdRecceReg »

Model Builder 4 wrote:That is a good tip about raising the tank off its suspension while not in use GJ, I use 3x2 blocks which I place under all my tanks with torsion or sprung suspension, it's just enough to keep them off the ground and sitting on their full weight for extended periods of time :thumbup:

Cheers, Lee.
I use 3 x2 wooden blocks under mine as well, Lee. :thumbup: It gives a wee bit of stress reduction (for me, perhaps not so much the tanks :lolno: )
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