DIY Locked Differential Mini-Z AWD Micro RC Mod
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- čas přidán 25. 08. 2024
- Incase you don’t how how to get the differentials out of your AWD, watch this first: • How To Access Mini-Z A...
DIY mod to lock your differential. It’s super simple and straight forward, plus the mini-z stock differentials do not use grease, so there is cleaning needed. Just drop in some glue, wait for it to dry, and Bobs your uncle.
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I just planned on putting a heavy weight grease like you do with offroad. Wont lock it up entirely, but it'll be pretty dang stiff. I need mine to be able to turn a little.
That's an option, but I feel like it would end up getting grease all over the rear end since it can leak out of the stock diff. Have you tried this yet?
I just did this and i'm enjoying it much better. Thanks for the cool trick!
Locked rear diffs in all my builds, AWD or RWD it dont matter!
Nice video, if you Dont want it to be permanent use hot glue or pack the diff with Silly Putty. works like a charm and is reversible..
Just came across channel as I’m going to bid for a mini z m020. I’ve found your videos useful. Keep on uploading bro, thanks.
Thank you for support! Lots of videos planned for the future
That's a neat trick thnx BMR 3 Love your channel I'm new to rc and mini-z. so its grate to have some were to look for little tricks to learn thnk you.
Sup man this is derek from mini z world group. I’m new to RCs and bought my first 1/10drift car 🚗 and I think I’m addicted lol I have searched about mini z drifting setups and they weren’t clear on how to drift setup the Mini z or I couldn’t understand them 😂 also not many videos out there for DIY. Great channel!
Love the vids!
Do you do this to both diffs? I did it to the rear and I feel like my MA020S is now more unstable than ever. I am getting rapid steering pulls and do not know why! I opened everything up and nothing seems to be broken or out of place...
Any help would be appreciated!
Siavash Ghanbari I leave the front end stock open or upgrade to a one way, that way the front end maintains better grip/bite.
Is the surface you are drifting on perfectly smooth? I noticed even minor imperfections on the ground can greatly impact the car & steering & cause it to pull in odd directions.
I know you said you pulled the car apart, but double check the suspension and make sure it’s not sticking or getting hung up at all. It has the be 100% free or weird things can happen.
Siavash Ghanbari & thank you for the support! I appreciate hearing that people enjoy my videos and find them informative
@@BMR3 yea man! you are also one of the only ones that responds to people's concerns. my drifting surface is indoors and is as smooth as possible. I am going to be taking the Z to the shop today to try and figure some things out. I will definitely keep you updated.
Thanks again for your prompt response and your fantastic videos!
Siavash Ghanbari glad to help man & I just want to see the mini-z community grow! I was hoping this channel will help encourage people towards mini-z by explaining how the cars work & offering advice. I don’t think I have had much impact yet, but I hope I’m helping
Like I said, keep the suspension in mind and check to make sure it’s not binding or sticking. I try to keep my car as “dry” as possible so I don’t collect extra dust or cat hair, but you may want to try lube your suspension.
What I mean specifically is: lube the cylinder/shafts that stick off the knuckles, & lube the ball joint that sits on top of the front steering knuckle. If your going into an RC shop ask them to use some high weight thick ball diff grease for lubing.
And when I say lube it, I mean barely use any at all, just enough so the suspension moves a little more freely. Use the tiniest amount possible so you don’t attract excess debris.
That should eliminate any sticking issue & help settle the car down.
Good luck! Let me know how it goes
@@BMR3 amazing tips as always. I have some khosho diff gear grease and I'll use that to see if I can resolve my instability issue.
Talk soon!
Nice video, it’s very detail...
Thank you, I hope this helps you out! Let me know if you have any questions
@@BMR3 if i'm going to buy this part, instead of glueing it, what is the name of this part? Is it MDW018 Ball Diff Set?
Part: MDW024 here is a link to buy it for the cheapest i could find it: www.rcmart.com/KYOSHO-MINI-Z-AWD-RIGID-AXLE-SET-MDW024_00081466
I personally prefer a solid rear axle, the ball differential is basically the stock differential but you can tighten it up so you have less slipage.
BMR 3 ok thank you very much...
The thing is I have no idea how to get the diff out of the car in the first place :/
No problem, here is a video on how to tear the car down: czcams.com/video/YDvmwCOm5xE/video.html
That video will show you how to access the front differential, and once you pull the rear end off your car, just remove the 4 screws on top of the diff housing & it will expose everything.
Let me know if you need further help, I can make a video on how to access the differentials if needed.
LineChaos hey buddy, I made this video specially for you: czcams.com/video/oCFD6GtKaVA/video.html
Should help you get the diff out ;) have a good day!
'these mini-zs dont produce a lot of power', /me turns to my high powered tunned fleet
😂
My 030EVO snapped a aluminum swing arm on acceleration during a corner because I was using a locked diff with grippy tyres XD
The diff binded like that should probably hold up though :D
Auranapse lol I was referring more to the stock ma-02 being low power. The evo is different.
Either way, the comments gave me a good chuckle lol
@@BMR3 Haha in that case it's true XD
I like the car because her tire drift
Drifting is the best
Any difference between locked diff and solid rear axle?
Nope, they are essentially the same thing. By locking your open differential, it turns into a solid rear axle.
I did this too, the RWD mini z still skids out one was easily and pushes the front all day when steering the opposite direction. I don't know how people can stand this.
Hey, will the drive shaft cups be glued in using this method?
I did but you don’t have to, you just need to make sure the gears can’t move
Welcome. Have you installed an optional X-SPEED V Motor in your subaru?
ado gde hello, I don’t have a Subaru shell & I have not tried experimenting with xspeed motors. From what I gather, any motor other then stock Kyosho will fry the FHS board, even the “stock” xspeed motor puts out too much power for the ma-020s board to handle.
But I don’t have any direct experience, so I could be wrong. My info has come from reading group posts & research.
@@BMR3 Thanks for the answer. Waiting for the parts of Front Oneway Unit and Rigid Axle. If I mount these parts, I should change something in the maim mini
ado gde nah, no need to change anything. The solid rear axle will make the car more predictable & the front one way will help you whip a little tighter in certain situations.
The only thing that I would recommend is possibly DS Racing LF4 drift tiers, but that depends on what type of surface you drift on. Personally I love the LF4, it’s like the car is on ice, so it’s super easy to break lose.
But don’t be too worried about upgrades. Focus on your technique & spending more time driving the car. Upgrades won’t make you a better drive, they just help you learn easier. The only thing that will make you a great drifter is to spend hours and hours practicing.
@@BMR3 I have drift tires that were included with the latest subaru AWD
@@BMR3 Is it worth buying and installing Aluminum Motor Holder SetⅡand Aluminum Motor Cover
So if I lock diff like your vid shown but my front part is still oem ( not yet one way diff) would this still work or I shall have one way diff first .
Yep that’s the set up I’m using for my current 020 build, stock open front differential & a locked stock rear differential. It works great, a one way differential does not make a huge difference honestly.
A front one way essentially acts like a open differential, but there is a one way bearing that prevents rotation in one direction.
@@BMR3 I know this is older but just for anyone that might be reading this for the first time, like me, just my .02... My understanding the biggest advantage with the front one way is under braking, not really driving. When you brake with a one way installed, you only get braking from the rear, not the front, basically acting like pulling the e-brake. This allows you to tap the brakes to help rear slide without affecting the front. Otherwise, it still basically acts like a stock open diff.
Anyone here try using CA glue? @BMR3 would you recommend the zap CA glue medium or is it better to try a plastic bonding glue (zap has one of those too 😅)
Im sure CA glue would work just fine, it shouldn’t melt the plastic & it should be plenty strong to hold the gears. I just used bonding glue since that’s what I had on hand.
With CA glue you wouldn’t even need to disassemble the differential, just remove one drive cup & pour glue a bunch of glue in there.
@@BMR3 that sounds like a great idea! I don't think I could reassemble the diff before the CA went off 😅
@@ImranShamsul let me know how it goes!
@@ImranShamsul that’s exactly what happened to me.. had to buy a new diff.
Hey my dad buy mini z 2 car for me and my dad
thats awesome you can share the fun of mini-z with your dad! Let me know if you guys have any setup advice. Have fun with it!!