RC4WD 870k loading shovel

[elvis65]

Hi all
Having big problem with the rc4wd 870k shovel.
rear diff bearings have broke. (2 much play in the castings)
only 6hrs running on the model now and the original oil leaks seem to have come back.
there seems to be a problem with the axles on other forums.
so I have come to the decision to get the model sold and move on.
not at all happy with this model and I think there will be a lot more models being sold when the owners axles break.
the model had bad oil leaks from day one and they have returned
the model will need a full rebuild to check every part out and new rear diffs fitted.
the model is in the uk.
it will be going on ebay in the next week or so.
sorry about my rant but so disappointed with this model.
dave

[cosworth34677]

have you got in touch with r/c 4wd? they are really good folks and will help you out, i only say that because sadly i think you will lose money on ebay, i really do feel you pain

[elvis65]

hi there.
yes been in touch and they are waiting on the manufactures to get back in touch.
I think I just got a lemon. Its been a problem since day 1 and now I have just lost all faith in the model.
yes I know I will loose out but its time to move on.
Ive only had it running 6hrs now and its been in bits three times trying to sort problems out, I wanted to send it back the very first time and now its leaking oil out again and I'm still waiting to replace the diffs.
someone will get a model that they may be able to get to run very well but I think they will need to fully rebuild it and check every part twice.
no this time I have made my mind up for it to go and go it will.
all the best
dave

[Cooper]

Maybe someone with more knowledge will chime in, but from what I have seen a bearing shim is needed in that axel. Around the circumference of the bearing. If I'm not mistaken the housing is machined just a tad too large for the bearing.

P.s. I hope your listing on eBay will be descriptive in problem with axels and other issues. I know someone that may be interested if the price is right, will tell them to look for it in a week or so.

[elvis65]

Hi there.
yes if it goes on ebay I will list all faults.
got it running again after a lot of work and still do not trust the machine.
no word on my new diffs or a upgrade, maybe they need a few more to break before rc4wd demand anything is done. there is 4 out there now with the same problems that I know of and mine is only number 8.
all the best
dave

[elvis65]

Hi all.
yep been in touch with rc4wd. just sent a picture in a email and then no more emails.
don't think they are bothered that a model they sell in sitting in bits on a bench broken after 6hrs. they have the money and are thousands of miles away.
they may think I will just go away.
not going to happen.
if it does not get repaired or sold it will go to every show and be shown on every forum, facebook and twitter in bits.
good advertising

[elvis65]

hi all.
well 13 days now and still no news on spare parts for the diffs.
rc4wd have stopped replying to my emails now so think long and hard before you part with $3600 of your money.

[elvis65]

hi all.
14 days now and RC4WD will still no reply to emails.[/IMG]
$3600 and you can not use them.
think hard before you buy from them.

[rsd53]

If you bought your 870k with a credit card, I would check with them, to discuss what your options are. A lot of cards automatically provide a one year guarantee for most purchases.