Bigger tires on the Alpha

[summ8rmk]

Has anyone put bigger tires up top on the rear suspension?
I'm frustrated that cat couldn't figure out how to mount the rear shock in a location that would NOT allow it to make contact with the track.
Easiest solution i see is, larger wheels. I thought about putting a set of Mseries rear wheels on to gain clearance?
Not sure if they will fit but i have a set so, worth trying.....

Anyone see a negative to this?




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[Octanee]

For the rear upper bogey wheels if there's space where the track won't rub then give it a try, not really any thoughts on why, you couldn't other than clearance.

 

[summ8rmk]

Can you please explain how this changes the distance from the top of the front arm to the rail tip? I feel like that distance is controlled entirely by the limiter strap and how easily they meet is controlled by the shock compression. What am I missing?

I think ur on the wrong thread?

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[jakey-boy]

I think ur on the wrong thread?

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LOL whoops I read it again "rear shock". I guess I can't keep up with which shocks are hitting where. Good luck.

 

[summ8rmk]

LOL whoops I read it again "rear shock". I guess I can't keep up with which shocks are hitting where. Good luck.

Take a look at the top of ur rear shock. Alpha only...

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[jakey-boy]

Take a look at the top of ur rear shock. Alpha only...

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I choose not to look anywhere inside that skid. Just keeps me from having any problems that way.

 

[kgra]

Let us know if those wheels fit. And pay attention I’d be curious if you notice any gain in track speed?

Considering how good this skid works Could one imagine how good this skid could work if it actaully had good drivers, little bigger wheels at rail tip and at top rear. Springs that don’t rub on the resivoir. actual bump stops instead of a hard strip of belting. Oh and shocks with more travel And some sag like every other brand. so much room for improvement. Yet it works so good.