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1/10 Scale Electric Drift Car:
Yokomo DPM SSG Drift Package - Radio Controlled ModelHistory and Info for the Yokomo DPM SSG:
Introduced by Team Yokomo circa 2012, the 4WD Drift Package DPM SSG (Silver Surface Graphite) chassis - DP-DPMS - was classed as an intermediate to expert level model.
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★ Yokomo DPM SSG Drift Package Chassis ★
★ Yokomo DPM SSG Drift Package Chassis ★
★ Yokomo DPM SSG Drift Package Chassis ★
★ Yokomo DPM SSG Drift Package Chassis ★
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Buying a Used Yokomo DPM Drift Car (and What to look for)
Make a General Visual Inspection
Check the Body-Shell
If the body shell of your Yokomo DPM is broken, ripped or damaged in any way, this can be easily repaired with rubber solution glue. Also, for added protection and if available for your DPM model, fit an under guard to stop dirt and gravel entering the chassis. Drive Shafts and Turnbuckles
Examine the Drive System
The gearbox of your used Drift Car should be opened up to check for gear wear and lubrication. A thin coat of grease is often used on internal gears and although this is fine for basic running around on the road, if you intend to race your Drift Car at a higher level, this should be removed and replaced with racing oil (ZX1 or Teflon Oil). Of course, this should be reapplied after each race meeting. Pinions and Spur Gears
Don't Neglect the Ball-Joints
Ball joints always cause problems. For top level Electric Drift Car racing, the plastic ball connectors should be checked and if deemed necessary changed after every meeting. A simple thing like a loose fitting connector popping off could easily end your race, so better safe than sorry. Steering Servo and Servo-Saver
Stabilizers
If body roll on your Yokomo DPM is a problem, handling can be improved with the use of stabilizers, anti roll or sway bars, stiffer tuning springs and, or, thicker silicone oil in the dampers. Don't Forget those Bearings
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Hints, Tips and Information
Battery Connectors
Over the years I have been racing radio controlled model cars of all descriptions, I have tried a number of different connectors for my batteries.
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Hints, Tips and Information
Gearing to Win
Just because you have the latest model, the best available batteries, the most powerful electric motor or nitro engine, doesn't mean you will go out and win everything in sight. The fastest car on the track is rarely the one that wins, it's the one that can accelerate out of corners under control, and remains consistent and efficient from the start to the end of a race.
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