Question about Losi 8ight center diff bearings

[simplechamp]

Pretty simple question: can I use standard 8x16x5 bearings on the Losi center diff instead of the 8x14x4 flanged bearings? If not, what about 8x16x4?

[ZippyBasher]

Not without changing the CD Mounts.

One side uses the 14mm bearing and maybe you could bore that side out. The other uses a bearing adapter and I am unsure but I think its bigger around than 16mm.

PS: If not using the 8ight mount. I dont see why not...

[simplechamp]

Oh yeah, sorry, I should have mentioned I would be using it in Ofna/Jammin diff mounts that use standard 8x16x5 bearings. Just need some shims to take up the extra space like when I'm using the Slipperential. I'll give it a try.

Going to try out a Losi Smart Diff in my 1/8 GT. I've heard mixed reviews about people using them in 1/8 e-buggies, but nothing for 1/8 on-road. Stiff/locked on-power and open off-power sound like just what I need in the center. I looked at the Ofna Torsen diff, but the Smart Diff and parts for it are cheaper and more readily available.