Losi Lasernut gets Tekno Shafts!

Ok now this thing is getting good! Except for the steering. ...
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[@whiskeythrottlerc5098]

Just a thought for if you have to polish something like that again, if you have a drill with a chuck big enough to hold onto the drive cups you can use it like a make shift lathe and sand it down evenly as it turns in the drill. Awesome work as always Joe just a tip that may help in the future.

[@ExocagedRC]

yeah I've done that before but the tekno outdrive wouldn't fit in my drill.

[@whiskeythrottlerc5098]

@@ExocagedRC I assumed so, it's definitely nice when possible, they do look a bit bigger than half inch or so lol

[@BradHedges]

Glad my drill press has a 5/8ths inch chuck! 😁👍

[@barharborbasher249]

Exocaged RC I’ve cut a broken dog bone down and used that the drive it 👍 works great

[@SpeedSyko]

Thank god there’s a fix for these axles! I love the car, hate they put toothpicks for axles. Thanks for the tip! Life saver!!!!

[@justinwood61]

They should all be built like a x maxx. So easy to work on😃

[@smiley37greg]

I run Tekno m6 shafts on my 2wd slash. I initially had a failure but after adjusting my Suspension travel to prevent binding they've performed excellent with 3s lipo power and 70+ mph top speed. They've lasted over 3yrs of weekend bashing and speedruns. I like them alot.

[@energ8t]

This is the best channel for Lasernut woes. Cheers! I love the idea of modding and ingenuity opposed to shelving a potentially great vehicle. Hopefully they make upgrade or replacement parts that fix existing problems.

[@GreatLakesRC]

Props for driving it in a rainstorm! There is alot to like about this platform 👍 I hope they release more 4s capable trucks 😃

[@ExocagedRC]

I hope they pay attention to getting the proper driveline in them!

[@barharborbasher249]

Thanks for the honesty 🙌 I almost bought one yesterday for my son and I’d be pretty ugly if it blew a axle first drive out...

[@BradHedges]

Yeah, unfortunately that's exactly what happened to me! 😱😢

[@PopExpo]

Damn, nice polish job. That looks factory fresh.

[@AllenBePro]

Got a Lasernut for the 15 year old for Christmas. Haven't been able to get a full run....far short of it without snapping axles. 4 shafts so far. Ordering the Techno now. Thanks.

[@javierlowelcaminolife6724]

We Need That Rain Here In Calif Stop Them Damm Fires Awsome Video Sir Great Work On Those Shafts

[@ExocagedRC]

I wish I could send it your way

[@rcpete7055]

I can't believe LOSI have put this out with the weak axle issue it's really pied me off.. I really don't want to run mine until I've got some replacement shafts.. Great Video Exo👍💯

[@burtonstem]

Just got these Tenko shafts and installing this weekend so thanks for the install tips. Also have a Reefs 500 RAW servo with V2 HD horn and Exotek HD Steering set going in so hopefully that will cure the steering issues. Cheers!

[@ExocagedRC]

awesome man, yeah I got my RAW500 in today, just gotta get it installed

[@jamesklingensmith2711]

Same axles used on the scte or the scbe or any of the tenacity line. They are all the same platform and share most of the parts. The platform started as the Losi 8ight. The losi 8ight axle stubs should fit to allow for 17mm hex wheels.

[@paulschryer8308]

Hi Exo, thanks for another good video. From my experience, next time you could do this: take your cylindrical part & fit it to a drill, while spinning in the drill of choice, hold the sand paper on the rotating part. 😉 It is a lot easier, even with basic electric tools. Just trying to help & save your hand wear & tear ! -Keep it rollin' !! RC ALL THE WAY.

[@ExocagedRC]

it wouldn't fit in my drill, I tried

[@jeffziola]

Rc tires are great jack stands I use them all of the time I even use old Tamia tires for storage

[@markperrella5546]

Wow! 4s is bad ass! can't wait to see this thing with Reefs servo! you must have had 5lbs of sand stuck to that car at the end! Tekno mod is bad ass! Losi needs to pay attention to this mod and "make something better"

[@PhilBender612]

If you dont have access to a lathe, I have used a drill in past to turn down parts like a drive cup. Much more accurate in getting it to the correct size then to just sand blindly by hand.

[@ExocagedRC]

yeah I've done that too, issue here was the drive cup was too large to fit my drill.

[@daver18qc]

Hope Losi won't discontinue that after a year and leave everybody searching for parts on ebay like they so often do.

[@ExocagedRC]

We will see.

[@hoopermumble5500]

I have been watching a lot of your videos lately and it has helped me a lot on every thing for all my RC trucks, learned lots of helpful stuff! I am just starting this hobby and loving it so far you have helped me learn some new stuff to help me maintain my RC trucks much better as well some awesome helpful stuff on what to buy for great upgrades! thanks!

[@ExocagedRC]

Thank you buddy. Tech is what I find the most interesting in the hobby.

[@old-rcplane-phart]

Exo, I'm thinking the stock servo COULD be weak AF. Especially, since almost all rtr's have low grade electronics. The spektrum esc, IS an imitation hobbywing. Least the hobbywing program box DOES work flawlessly.

[@ExocagedRC]

awesome I'll be using that to set it up better.

[@DiogoReis]

@@ExocagedRC please make a video on that, i also have one and would like to know how to use it with this esc on my db pro

[@timvanasen6711]

Hi Joe I haven't had axel issues but I did replace the servo, that wet sand was messy 😎👍

[@ExocagedRC]

lol yes it was, my raw 500 came in today so I'll be trying that one soon.

[@dieselthunder94]

Hot racing makes a differential locker that fits all 3 differentials in all ten sct/db series carc and trucks have them in the center and rear of my nitro sct

[@ExocagedRC]

This could use one in the center for sure

[@vrswiss]

I think the heavier diff fluid probably isn't helping your turning much. I'm not finding the steering too bad in mine after cranking the servo saver all the way tight. I also mounted a DB pro wing and mount on mine and like it a lot better. Looks better and seems to handle better, even thought it's lighter in the rear. It does correct better in the air now though.

[@ExocagedRC]

that diff oil isn't hurting or making anything better at the tires, I've been reading the stock servo needs to go to the trash bin, I have a raw500 on the way for it.

[@locomotive282]

Exotek makes an aluminum steering assembly for the Tenacity Line. The TLR SCTE 3.0 will not fit right because it is standard instead of metric. You should update the ESC firmware really made a difference for me.

[@edwenger7897]

locomotive282, how do you update the ESC firmware?

[@locomotive282]

Ed Wenger You need the Hobbywing USB programmer to connect to the computer. Than you run spektrums software to update. Spektrum sells a usb programmer but most of us already have the hobbywing one.

[@teamsargentrc6399]

8th one here... Lol Monsoon season... At least it's a bit warmer than Michigan we are actually pulling sugar beets out already... 🥶❄️☃️.... Please hold off a little longer... Lol

[@krazy88korean]

I think the vehicle length paired with the limited throw of the steering limits the Lasernuts turning radius.

[@mattm1841]

I had the same problems and then some.. Rx doa, Right rear wheel wasn't attached and the nut had fallen off in the box.. The rear body swing arm/ sway bar wasnt attached and no screw found so it looks like it left the factory missing this screw. I had 1 of the front leds in the fog light doa and EVERY screw holding the steering/front end in was 4 or so full turns from being tight.. Then stripped out a wheel after i swapped in some nyloc nuts and broke the front right drive shaft on the 2nd battery. Iv had 8 RTR cars and this has been the worst out of the box experience iv every had with RC's. Worst part is the car is great when it works and i want it to work!! Actually no the worst part is they said they would cover and fix everything and then sent me an email saying all but the fog light is on back order with time line of them coming in as the next batch coming in is more or less called for already -_-.

[@ExocagedRC]

holy cow man!!! Yours was worse than mine!!!

[@spektrumdx6]

@@ExocagedRC I had the same issue with the Receiver dead no lights ,turns out that on the receiver case you press on the side to activate the Bind process it is NOT the smaller button next to the power

[@richiebledsoe1006]

Power drill and emery cloth is what I use.

[@richiebledsoe1006]

I’ve been wanting one of these! How do you think it would hold up to my stock v4 Kraton electronics? I swapped mine out the first week of owning. Have a blx185 and motor looking for a home!

[@ExocagedRC]

Right now mine can’t even stay together with stock power. The rear pinion bearings are broken again. I’ve got a new rear case and NMB bearings to see if I can at least get one complete run out of it.

[@Rusty-Metal]

Well, you convinced me..... to buy a Teckno MT 410!

[@ExocagedRC]

Oh MAN!!! That Tekno is AWESOME!!!

[@brokerc2286]

Great video

[@JustCallMePCra]

Haha sand is always fun to play in but man is it ever a pain to clean!

[@AverageRCBasher]

I threw that part number for driveshafts in my bookmarks, haven’t broken mine yet

[@timsanders5779]

Saw somewhere on KZbin where a longer servo arm helps a lot. Worked for me.

[@ExocagedRC]

yep that's going to happen with new servo

[@Rick-kr6nn]

On my Lasernut, the right rear hub gets hot and has destroyed 2 wheels. The bearings are fine and I can't figure out why the hub is getting hot.

[@jomiongoo]

Really complicated fix😅😅... u scaring me from getting one... I think I will drive mine with care..

[@MarioSilva-zv9yv]

Great Video! I’m trying to put the tekno driveshafts (rear). The problem is that the axle is too big to fit the bearing and the shims. I would appreciate any suggestions. Thank you in advanced.

[@ExocagedRC]

I think these went right in at the hubs. I had to change the outdrives though

[@MarioSilva-zv9yv]

@@ExocagedRC Sounds good. Thank you!

[@julepsayswoof]

Any recommendations for shock upgrades? Just busted a front shock.

[@craiggreenhalgh1082]

Very interesting video 👍 Took delivery of mine this morning, it seems smaller & thinner than my e-revo , Not to impressed with the radio & responsiveness, but may need tuning in, anyway I'll have to give it a play before I really comment, I'm wondering what 4s batteries are best 🤔

[@ulyssesgutierrez6560]

Hey exo I’m getting the tekno shafts for my Lasernut but do you need the whole kit for the back also? Or can I take shortcuts? Thanks for your helpful vids!

[@dana2750]

Maybe chuck it up in a 1/2 inch drill and use fine sandpaper. At least you will know your keeping it round.

[@ExocagedRC]

It wouldn't fit

[@theclaxton]

Great tip! Curious what servo you put in it. I'd be interested in both a sub $50 option and ~$100 option.

[@ExocagedRC]

Sub $50 hmm that would be a difficult one, maybe a savox 1268? I'll be putting in a raw500, love those servos!

[@nickhathaway4617]

First one here 😃

[@nickhathaway4617]

@BEAR TRAX RC thank you for the cookie I was kind of hungry

[@teamsargentrc6399]

Nothing like waking up with a cup of joe... Lmbo....😋😅😆🤣😂

[@nickhathaway4617]

@@teamsargentrc6399 Now we're talking a couple of Joe and a cookie my day is complete

[@SPPTA]

RP skids help save that chassis.

[@ExocagedRC]

I may get those but first I need some steering

[@SPPTA]

Definitely.

[@LucnboxYo]

I put this axles in and noticed when I tighten the wheel the bearings start to bind.. there’s no step off to catch the inner bearing on the Tekno axle like there is on the stock one. Did you have this same issue?

[@DronemanJoeRc]

Wow what do you charge per hour on labor?? I got this coming this week but if I needed service its going to the shop.. great job

[@ExocagedRC]

You can fix it up. Besides me, the parts, plus shipping would simply make this way too over priced for what it is.

[@speckledjim_]

How did you manage to break the dogbones? Losi steel is usually bulletproof. Did they snap? I've built a few Losi kits and have a few other Losi rigs, I find them really enjoyable to work on

[@ExocagedRC]

They did not upgrade the driveline for the bigger tires or more power, they are a well known issue with these vehicles.

[@510DEACON]

question on your allens your using in the drill name brand ??

[@Erikootje]

is it true that the tekno dif cups now can sit in the diff without issues or modding? thx!

[@redcrackeroutdoors3234]

TLR 3.0 upgrade?

[@AverageRCBasher]

I haven’t had the steering problem

[@kiethpederson7558]

I have one on the way, im gonna refuse it and have it sent back . Kewl concept but its typical losi poop

[@trimmin420]

did you ever find a way to get it to turn?

[@ExocagedRC]

yeah, lock up the saver and put in a RAW500

[@trimmin420]

@@ExocagedRC lock up the saver? i dont know what that means... so the 3.0 bell crank didnt do anything then?

[@laprizzle7587]

Damn I really wanted a lasernut but with all the issues I'm seeing online, I think it's smarter to just save my money for now

[@DudesRC]

how are they holding up?

[@ExocagedRC]

Haven’t broken one at all

[@DudesRC]

@@ExocagedRC awesome! thanks. i have a set i need to put on... was trying to wait for black friday to pick up a 1/2 drill to sand down the diff cups easily...

[@ExocagedRC]

The Tekno cups didn’t fit my drill. You gotta get to the shaft part to bring it down.

[@NabiL_Lam]

Where is the Facebook group link?

[@ExocagedRC]

facebook.com/groups/871029393389076/

[@NabiL_Lam]

Exocaged RC thank you

[@isaackshirley4695]

Hey quick question where can I get the tekni m6 driveshaft every where seams to be sold out

[@ExocagedRC]

I got mine from Amain. Have you checked Tekno directly?

[@isaackshirley4695]

I did check at tehno I will check a main

[@isaackshirley4695]

Thank u

[@isaackshirley4695]

Lol I emailed tekno amain and everyone else lol only reason because I broke one the losi one (stock) I ordered it the losi one should come in today but I thought that I would have an extra one but I was looking at my front shafts I figured out I had 2 broke omg 🤦🏽‍♂️ the stock ones is very bad im going to stiffen up my shocks or put a stopper so it does not go that low so hopefully it prevents it from bottoming out thats how I broke it anyways thanks again for the very useful info always thank you

[@eddyledezma8811]

Mines just broke omg and everywhere tekno axle are sold out lol. Just my luck

[@ExocagedRC]

sorry to hear that, hopefully soon Vitavon will have his axles ready and they will be a drop in upgrade.

[@eddyledezma8811]

I need that asap

[@johnroberts1.6rc82]

Would the Lasernut body/cage fit onto a Tekno buggy (eb48)?

[@daver18qc]

By the way your 200,000 oil in the front diff ain't helping your steering situation IMO.

[@ExocagedRC]

Its not hurting it, its a wide turner regardless, at the tires its not even noticable. On a race track yeah thats way way too much.

[@AtvRacer]

Chipped gear at 2:38?

[@erikgeraldson3953]

Have you seen the losi HD lightened outdrives? They look the same as the tekno ones and maybe you wouldn't have to sand those down?? Great video otherwise!

[@keithcerce8445]

Not good. Got my eye on this for xmas. Im self gifting early. But your not the 1st broken front shaft. Im starting to question those axles. Maybe losi should have questioned them as well

[@ExocagedRC]

they should have done more R&D on this for sure

[@locomotive282]

I have the DB pro and TT Pro that i run on the track brutally and haven’t had problems with the drive shafts but i would like to try this upgrade anyway. Thanks for the video.

[@keithcerce8445]

@@ExocagedRC I still want it. Thank you for showing the way. My experience level is... Not too bad.

[@belalugosi2894]

What kind of product did you use to polish the outdrives?

[@ExocagedRC]

sand paper, a file, and patience lol

[@belalugosi2894]

@@ExocagedRC sandpaper grit size?

[@jonthomas8487]

Is this 1:8 scale?

[@ExocagedRC]

says 1/10 but its a bit large

[@jamesbrouse9257]

Thanks so much for the info on the tekno shafts. I think the stock ones are bottoming out because of the big tires and the chassis not touching the ground. Does the front now bottom out with those larger diameter cvd/dogbones?

[@ExocagedRC]

its the same on that but the tekno shafts can take the angles better

[@maxxdavidson7795]

those bearings gotta be hurting.

[@ExocagedRC]

lol I'll probably have to change them soon

[@old-rcplane-phart]

NO grease on the r&p? Unfortunately, typical. How do u make a losi UNbreakable, u copy Tekno!

[@markperrella5546]

BAM^^^^^

[@nobsnospam2368]

The car is a looker, not a practical basher that requires constant maintenance. All show and with unreliable go to. That and it looks like their engineers have utter contempt for the consumers needing easy access to part replacement. This is were Teckno and even Traxxas shine. Heck, I just made Traxxas sound better than a Losi? Ouch.

[@rixsta911]

Buy the DB Pro, it's a much better option

[@maximet.8809]

what about its ground clearance ? Can it be driven on rough terrain such as this one or is it meant to be on a track ? thank you

[@3d_printed_rc_builders]

Thing turns like a boat. Even my Twin Hammers has better steering than that.

[@ExocagedRC]

lol