TLR 8ight-E 4.0

By Matt On January 27, 2016 · Add Comment

The 8ight-E 4.0 buggy builds on the 3.0 proven platform with updates to the suspension geometry and drivetrain layout that make it easier to drive and even tougher to beat. New suspension geometry makes it easier for drivers of all experience levels to turn faster lap times with fewer mistakes, particularly during brutal, hour-long mains.
Two different centre plates for the bottom of the chassis are included. The stock centre plate puts the motor and differential directly in line with the chassis. The optional centre plate rotates the motor and differential 4.4-degrees, creating equal angles between the front-centre and rear-centre dog bones. This provides more balanced power to the front and rear of the car under acceleration.
The chassis offers two locations for the battery and speed control. With the battery in the forward location and the speed control in the rear of the car, the vehicle has more forward weight bias, which improves stability on high-speed tracks. Moving the speed control forward and the battery to the rear mounting location provides a rear weight bias that increases corner speed and makes handling more agile.
Front spindles and rear hubs have been revised to accept a larger 8x16x5 outer bearing for increased durability.
The adjustable, 15-degree caster blocks make it possible to tune dog bone plunge by changing the height of the spindle.
The new bleeder shock caps and internal seals allow for easier rebuilds while using an emulsion shock setup. New bushings that press into the shock cap further improve durability.
Moulded rubber boots on the CVAs and centre drivetrain dogbones increase U- joint life by holding lubrication in and keeping dirt out.
The machined aluminium shock towers have new camber link and shock location holes that give racers more tuning options for changing track conditions.
The cab-forward body moves aerodynamic pressure further forward on the car, which improves steering.