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Evening All, for a complete newbie what are the essential tools I want for my Losi 22??

are they bought individually or is there a good "toolkit" for rc racing? im sure ill pick up more over time but want to have a decent base level before i go racing in the new year..i have seen the losi 17 in 1 kit, is this sufficient, am i better with individuals?

thanks in advance

The 22 is completely metric (well -except for one screw holding the rear toe-in block) so you'll need the following

1.5mm, 2mm and 2.5mm hex drivers
0.050 imperial hex driver (for the one screw) = or you can use a 1.3mm hex driver.

5.5mm and 7mm Nut Runners for M3 and M4 lock nuts

The slipper lock nut requires a 5.0mm nut runner.

If you're looking to get started without breaking the bank then invest in a quality 2mm hex wrench and a good 5.5mm and 7.0mm nut runner.
The 1.5mm hex wrench is needed primarily for pinions only and you can similarly pick up a 0.050 or 1.3mm allen key for the one bolt that requires it on the toe-block.

If you're feeling flush then a good 5.0mm nut wrench will help because of the slipper clutch.


I replaced all the M3 cap head screws on my 22 for M3 button heads because it meant I could standardise and use a 2mm hex wrench everywhere rather than needing a 2.5mm one as well (for the cap heads).

Dynamite do a range of nice tools to suit most pockets - they do plastic handled wrench and nut runners or they do knurled aluminium handled ones if you want to spend a bit more. Most quality tools will give you the opportunity to replace the tool bits as they wear out over time.
The all in one kits are handy - but check to make sure you're not paying for tools that you'll not use.

Hope this helps

certainly does help, thanks for all the info..much appreciated

Or the arrowmax drivers are nice looking and 5.99 each from mb models, a pitting mate has them and he is impressed by them.