That’s unusual. Are they really nylon RC truck wheels? How are the hubs secured to the wheels?
Well, there are plenty of nice aluminum wheels available, but they are somewhat expensive (around $100 - $200 per set). I think they are worth it, but I’m buying them for looks, and I like beadlocks, which don’t require glue. I’m buying a set for my next truck build later this summer.
I’m going to equip it with an ABB and use a PS2 controller to handle independent front and rear steering at the same time.
Yup, i can’t image how it broke myself. Bassically the Hub fits into the keyshape and is secured by a screw. Simple setup, shouldnt have failed but it did. So to be safe Im custome fabricating rims specifically for my applications.
That’s what I figured. Drilling the wheel created a weak point where the screw attaches. The pressure of the screw probably didn’t help. These wheels are designed to mount on an axle using a nut secured to the outside of the wheel, and the hub is supposed to be secured to the metal axle. I’m not surprised that this setup is prone to failure.
Sounds to me like Italian_guy299 is purly to blame here. I mean how does a wheel that goes round and round have the force to strip a key way? It’s all operator error, I’m convinced.
lol, actually i managed to do something like this, the VEX track sprockets i had modified to use a set screw set up broke, however i think it wa s a combination of hitting the wall, the tracks getting caught on something and the motors being very powerful, it snapped the sprocket in 2
italian guy, i have some foam blocks that are pretty firm, if u want some more info, PM me
EDIT: if i were u i might add supports on the inside of those…that looks like it would readily snap
Well maybe there is. I have tested the rims and tires with 4-5lb rovers. The nylon rims were changed by Proline along the way. The replacements seamed to be extra light weight. But anyway remember this whole thread started because the old way was difficult to assemble. In a few weeks we will be ready to unleash the new hubs and rims which are a major improvement. I believe these tires and rims will easily handle a 11-12lb rover. Especially the new Striker II tires that we are including the firm foam inserts for. They are very robust and (non-squishy). The new rims are much thicker than the old ones too. Everything’s ordered, just waiting for delivery.
When the new tires and rims are available, will they be included on the 4WD3 Rovers or will you use up existing stocks of the Pro-Line tires and rims before including the new tires and rims?
I plan to order a 4WD3 Rover soon and would like to get it with the new tires and rims.
Yup, Im taking manufacturing next semester anyways. The teacher is my favorite old woodworking teacher. We learn how to spot weld with a mig or tig (whichever)…lol Im not even sure if its aluminum were using
, I didnt modify the setup 
I have tested the rims and tires with 4-5lb rovers. The nylon rims were changed by Proline along the way. The replacements seamed to be extra light weight. But anyway remember this whole thread started because the old way was difficult to assemble. In a few weeks we will be ready to unleash the new hubs and rims which are a major improvement. I believe these tires and rims will easily handle a 11-12lb rover. Especially the new Striker II tires that we are including the firm foam inserts for. They are very robust and (non-squishy). The new rims are much thicker than the old ones too. Everything’s ordered, just waiting for delivery.
