AE Bellcrank Steering Kit
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AE Bellcrank Steering Kit
Ok, another question since my RC10 classic is my first 6 gear. Can anyone tell me how to properly install the bell crank steering? What do I do with the little plastic washers on the parts tree? I'm guessing the nylon screw is installed upside-down (in comparing with the A&L unit) in order to hold everything together? Why is there another middle link? Should it be the same length as the stock one? Once I am inside the castle, how do I find Count Rugen?
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Re: AE Bellcrank Steering Kit

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Re: AE Bellcrank Steering Kit
The other link it comes with is to replace the "z" link for the steering servo
They don't show the thin washers used in the manual but I'm pretty sure I remember using the on the chassis side and carefully installing the nut down over them
They don't show the thin washers used in the manual but I'm pretty sure I remember using the on the chassis side and carefully installing the nut down over them
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Re: AE Bellcrank Steering Kit
That's a good thing
it should make you feel young again

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Re: AE Bellcrank Steering Kit
What is everyone using for turnbuckles? I can stand threaded rod. I was only planning on two mods for my Classic: bearings and steering. But, I think I may add turnbuckles for convenience.
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Re: AE Bellcrank Steering Kit
RichieRich wrote:What is everyone using for turnbuckles? I can stand threaded rod. I was only planning on two mods for my Classic: bearings and steering. But, I think I may add turnbuckles for convenience.
Kelley @ Lunsford Racing is working on Turnbuckles as we speak for the classic. Something retro/vintage I believe.

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Re: AE Bellcrank Steering Kit
I just got my two steering kits from Tower yesterday. Did anyone else get fugly 8/32 screws that look like they're dipped in green paint and not anodized? Are the screws in the Classic kits like this also?
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Re: AE Bellcrank Steering Kit
mikea96 wrote:I wish they would do the old style with the nut on it those look the best.
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Re: AE Bellcrank Steering Kit
One kit I built was fine, the 2nd kit had 4 of the "green" screws. I had plenty of "good" screws to fix it though.LTO_Dave wrote:I just got my two steering kits from Tower yesterday. Did anyone else get fugly 8/32 screws that look like they're dipped in green paint and not anodized? Are the screws in the Classic kits like this also?
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Re: AE Bellcrank Steering Kit
I got mine straight from Associated and they don't match the old school screws. Who cares though, I'm just happy to have decent steering now!
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RC10B3 | HW Just Stock Club Spec | Reedy 13.5 | Savox 1258
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