[chrisguyw]

has any1 changed this setup to a solid axle ?
did it make any difference ?
do the wheels just twist off the same as the knurled solid axles ?

kev

Hello Kev, I have replaced the stub axles on a few Scaley, Cadillacs' for some of our club members and customers and, as we run on wood tracks, the difference is noticeable (very worthwhile).

The wheels do twist off, as on a normal Scaley..........using pliers, grab the enlarged portion on the inside of each stub axle and gently twist.

You may need to trim/file/sand the back edge of the guide post for clearance, and as well, may need to do some re routing of the lead wires...........check your club rules first !!

If you are running on mainly plastic tracks, with magnets, and or, a reasonable amount of motor magnet attraction, the need to run front wheels touching the track is questionable,.........that said, bouncing front wheels are never the  hot tip, regardless of the type of track.

On wood, front tyres play an important role in the handling of the car, and a stable front axle with round (trued) front tyres is a must.

Cheers
Chris Walker