Team Associated B6.2d build series - Building a gear diff

[@sbass32]

Thanks man that was just what I needed to see.

[@MikeLouie_TKD]

What are the advantages of running a gear diff versus a ball diff? I have the B6.2D and I am torn between the ball diff and the gear diff for outdoor dirt track.

[@DaveDriggs]

Outdoor dirt def would run a ball diff in your buggy. Car will accelerate faster and turn better in the dirt. Ball differentials will handle load differences better than a gear diff because of how load interacts with them. On higher traction the gear diff is more like a limited slip diff.

[@Gazelle0078]

What kind of grease do you use in the transmission? For the top shaft and idler gear ?

[@DaveDriggs]

I've used white lightning bike chain lube in my 17.5 transmissions in the past for a very light grease on the gears.

[@Gazelle0078]

Is t that the carpet version ? Doesn’t this car come with ball diffs ?

[@DaveDriggs]

This is the dirt version which comes with a ball diff. Our track is high bite, so the optional gear diff also works most of the time which is why I have it. If you buy the normal b6.2 it comes with the gear diff.

[@tropicthunderbolt]

Which ones better for hard clay.

[@DaveDriggs]

Def. start with the ball diff first. If you're running slicks or ghost treads on the clay then you should be good with a gear diff and something like 35wt shock oil to 1k diff fluid.

[@tropicthunderbolt]

@@DaveDriggs thanks bro. Appreciate it. Helps a lot!!

[@travisdrury5556]

Any 2wd buggy that come with gear diff?

[@DaveDriggs]

If you buy the B6.2 it comes with the gear diff. www.associatedelectrics.com/teamassociated/cars_and_trucks/RC10B6.2/Team/

[@Gazelle0078]

Where do u race at ?

[@DaveDriggs]

grandriverrc.liverc.com/