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Originally Posted by mof
I run outdoors all the time, I haven't got any issues with the belts or constantly needing to rebuild the diffs on my 501. I am using the newer, more durable, drive belts that come with DB01R and 511.
I agree that the 511 arms brake easily, but to brake a 501 arm you really have to try, like drive full throttle at a concrete wall...
Pins might bend and arms might brake if you hit that concrete wall, though
As for 511, the arms brake more easily and thus the pins don't bend as easily as in 501.
Ever heard or seen or read what might happen to a DEX when a pin comes loose from the drive shaft...? Yes, it is what you could describe as a huge problem (flame out ). And yes, it does happen. For the newer models this problem should be sorted, though.
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LoL...Yes lipo explosions...if you dont follow the tips they give you. Newer models are fine. My car is perfect. As for newer drive belts that are stronger maybe...but dude those of you who tell me you dont break a-arms on ur 501/511/db01s must be delusional. I found the 501x versions were strongest, the 511 "high traction" arms were, for lack of a better word, pathetic examples of an a-arm and the db01's were ok but due to the added flex, they broke too. I dont drive like an idiot nor do I bash. And these parts DO break. Theres even a video on this thing on youtube, I think rclazy something or other posted it. Its a weak point guys, its a fact. I never said the car sucked. It handles great. But maintenance wise...cmon...how many screws to access your diff? lol Remove top deck, remove front shocks, remove camber links. cmon. I know this is a hobby but driving more and fixing less its where its at.
Also to access/change ur spur...you have to go through the same song and dance...Uhhh pull a clip theres ur spur on a rango