Hey guys new to the forum and I have a question about my tmaxx. Its an older 2.5 that I got used and no matter what I do I can't get the toe right. The tie rods are too long (actually the link between the tie rod ends)and when I ordered new ones they are the wrong size also. Any suggestions?
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T-Maxx Tie Rods
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theant
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You could order the RPM true track setup for the rear. It eliminates the toe link adjustment all together. You would have to get a set of Revo spec driveshafts (I think anyways), because the stock black driveshafts are smaller in diameter than the RPM true track bearings will allow.
Traxxas #5138 for front links
http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXDDW0&P=ML
Traxxas #5139 for rear links
http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXDDY3&P=7
The toe links you got are for the newer 4907/08 maxxes.
http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXDDW0&P=ML
Traxxas #5139 for rear links
http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXDDY3&P=7
The toe links you got are for the newer 4907/08 maxxes.
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Nitro4910 is correct. You are probably using the wrong rods. You could order the proper rods or even upgrade to a Lunsford brand rod. They make rods in just about every size you can imagine.
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sounds like they put smaller a arms on it. you can get smaller rods or bigger a arms
2revo1maxx
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If it's close maybe you need to adjust the pillow balls. They should'nt be all the way in, but not too far out either.
Jdrags10
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What does the front axle carriers/ Steering blocks look like? Where the rod end attaches does it have a plastic piece top and bottom or just one piece sticking out? This will determine which rods you will need to be the correct length.
http://traxxas.com/sites/default/files/4910_explodedviews_front-pro15_0.pdf
http://traxxas.com/explodedviews/4907-Front-Exploded-View-T-Maxx-33
http://traxxas.com/sites/default/files/4910_explodedviews_front-pro15_0.pdf
http://traxxas.com/explodedviews/4907-Front-Exploded-View-T-Maxx-33
2revo1maxx
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This might seem silly, but make sure the carriers aren't installed upside down.
I did that on my revo and it jacked my toe all up. Horrible "bump steer"...
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they are the one peice integy. It is weird because the back has the same problem. the front linkage is integy also if that makes a difference.
Snook Man
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There are 3 different sized toe links/tie rods that have been used for the different model TMaxxs.
#1: The original Narrow maxx (short a-arms and .15/2.5 style axle carriers)
#2: 2.5 Maxx with wide a-arms and .15/2.5 style carriers: approx ½ inch longer than #1
#3: 3.3 Maxx with wide a-arms and revo spec axle carriers. approx ½ inch longer than #2
You need to determine which parts you are using in combination to determine the toe link length.
#1: The original Narrow maxx (short a-arms and .15/2.5 style axle carriers)
#2: 2.5 Maxx with wide a-arms and .15/2.5 style carriers: approx ½ inch longer than #1
#3: 3.3 Maxx with wide a-arms and revo spec axle carriers. approx ½ inch longer than #2
You need to determine which parts you are using in combination to determine the toe link length.
If you have a clear photo of one of your arms/carriers for us to see, may be easier to help.