Alternative motor???

Do you think this was a mix up or faulty information on their site? I agree that it's pretty disappointing, but aren't they still useful with a 1/8" shaft? Just use different pinions...

[lutach]

Originally Posted by beatle

Do you think this was a mix up or faulty information on their site? I agree that it's pretty disappointing, but aren't they still useful with a 1/8" shaft? Just use different pinions...

I have 2 C50-Maxx which are like a L size motor that now have broken their 1/8 shaft. The information on the site states a 5mm shaft as per the drawing. In my opinion, any XL size motor should come with 5mm shafts and make the 1/8" an option. The other thing you will see, is that the front end comes unscrewed without a hassle. So make sure you add some Loctite to keep it from causing any damages.

[BL_RV0]

You could use one of Mike's bore reducers for the test motor. That's what I'm using on my C50-Maxx.

[lutach]

Originally Posted by BL_RV0

You could use one of Mike's bore reducers for the test motor. That's what I'm using on my C50-Maxx.

If I had a truck with a transmission I could use it or just buy some MOD1 1/8 pinions, but my vehicles are all direct drive to the spur and the 1/8" shaft even with the adapter will eventually break. They tend to break right where the shaft thickens close to the bearing.