Aluminum Upgrade Guide: From "Plastic Fragility" to "Metal Dominance" – A Deep Dive into LOSI 1/24 MICRO-B 2S 2WD Suspension and Steering
As a benchmark in LOSI’s micro RC lineup, the LOS00007T1 features a 65T brushed motor and 350mAh 2S LiPo battery, achieving an official top speed of 13+ mph (20.9 km/h). However, its all-plastic Suspension and Steering system (steering knuckles, C hubs, drag links, etc.) fails in three critical areas:
- Low Strength: Stock plastic steering knuckles deform permanently at >15° steering angle, increasing play by 0.2mm.
- Weight Imbalance: Plastic parts (density: 1.2 g/cm³) cause 0.3-0.5 g centrifugal force deviation during high-speed corners.
- Environmental Vulnerability: Plastic brittleness increases 40% in sub-zero (-10°C) conditions, leading to higher fracture risks.
Material Revolution: From "Disposable" to Generational Durability
Stock nylon plastic parts may seem lightweight, but they hide critical flaws:
- Shock Vulnerability: A 20km/h crash can shatter plastic caster blocks, while AL6061-T6 aluminum – heat-treated to 210MPa tensile strength – reduces deformation by 90% under the same impact.
- Wear and Tear: Plastic steering knuckles fray against bearings, causing sticky steering. Aluminum parts, precision CNC-machined and anodized, offer 20HV surface hardness and 40% lower friction coefficient for lifelong smoothness.
- For this reason, we have specially produced upgraded accessories for this vehicle model:
