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Originally Posted by Migs
Dimblum is exactly correct, the axle on the tamiya is a metric axle, and all they did was make a hex to fit losi rims but with a metric hole, the problem is if u want to run the jconcepts rims, as i would like to, the hex is not deep enough and the wheel then fouls on the hub,i had the same problem on my zx5, the only way to get the b44 hex to work is to drill out the centre hole to the axle size (preferred) or dremel it out til it fits (not perfect but it works). then it will allow you to run the jconcepts/associated rims on the front, the other way to do it is to place some shims in between the hex and the wheel before tightening it up, though im not a fan of that method, it means the hex doesnt sit fully in the rim and theres more potential for stripping out the rim that way. there may be an aftermarket hex that has a deeper hex but i've not found it, if there is one, that would no doubt be the best option
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I have often wondered about the hex issue with the J-Concept wheels.. So far I have 'not' had any problems with the wheels rubbing against the uprights when I mount them to my DB-01. My friend that runs his 511X on the other hand 'did' need to shim out his mounts to use the J-Concept wheels without them rubbing. It seems a little hit & miss??
I agree 100% that the J-Concept wheels are awesome and they look great on the DB-01.
P.S. Just to check, I will see if the Tobee Craft direct replacement hexes (-not- the 12mm ones) are any thicker than the stock Tamiya hexes.