Re: Fix for tire srubbing.
Option 1 - Redesign the lower suspension arm so that the tab which contacts the bottom extension of the steering block extends further and prevents the steering from moving to the point where the tires scrub.
Option 2 - Redesign the steering block so that the extension on the bottom (and the 7mm piece) are of a greater diameter, which would serve the same purpose as outlined in option 1.
Option 3 - Redesign the tires so that there is less diameter on the outside edge - more rounded.
Option 4 - Extend the axles out further so that the tires are further away from the chassis.
There are probably other options similar to the ones listed above although they would all requires significant costs for engineering, new molds, etc. and would also result in less parts sharing between the M18T and M18MT.
The simplest solution, which I have implemented in my truck, is to take a piece of silicon tubing (i.e. fuel tubing) that is 3/8 long and approx. 3/8 diamater and slip it over the extension at the bottom of the steering block (over the 7mm piece). It works, and would only cost pennies to roll-out.
If this is the right fix and you feel it is worthy of some form of recognition/compensation, well I asked for an XB8 from Santa and nothing appeared under the tree for me. Just let him know I have been a good boy and hopefully I'lll get one this year.
Regards,
Cambridgenorth
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