Official Redline Derby Axle Alignment Jig
I have an idea for an aftermarket accessory kit for builds. I don't have a way to manufacture myself. I don't want to give the idea away tho either. Would enjoy bringing home a little bacon on it, not the objective, tho it'd be a bummer to miss out on an idea that became in demand as I have a hunch my idea will be.
Can someone explain what this is for and how this works? I have never used anything like this while modding however; that may explain why my cars are not up to snuff.
Thanks as always,
K
- you glue the axles in on the jig. the wheels stay in line while it dries. I searched and didn't find a thread that explained it. the instructions that come with the jig explain it well. Maybe redline will jump in with a pic/instructions — dr_dodge
- Thanks for the info — LEGION_OF_DOOM
- First I apply JB Weld to my axles/tubing and lay them in the chassis with more JB Weld to secure the axles in place. I then set the entire assembly on the jig as shown and allow the JB Weld time to cure. This jig aligns the wheels for a straighter roller. — BadWoolRacing
Just got mine in! Really excited to start using it!
- a bit of a technique to get used to, but they work well — dr_dodge
- It's better than trying to line it up by eyeing it and balancing it in a small block of wood ???? — DRIFT_or_DIEcast_Racing
- thats a fact. — dr_dodge
- Did your jig order come with a little instruction book manual? There's supposed to be one included. — redlinederby
- It did not, only thing that was in there was the jig, the rail I bought and a business card. — DRIFT_or_DIEcast_Racing
Thanks for the orders, fellas! It helps keep the lights on here. Each jig should also come with a tiny manual/guide for how to use it...if they're not then I'll have to talk to Slanman and make sure they are getting inserted.
Here's a link too for adding a little panache to your jig in the form of rubberizing the wheel blocks. It can help keep things from sliding around: www.redlinederby.com/topic/customizing-the-axle-alignment-jig/3772
I drilled holes and use a piece of long rubberband
you can just pull the ends to hold the lower
dr
Just curious as I got my jig a week or so ago and am ready to use it; is there an on-line manual for it? I too did not receive a manual with it and also bought a couple of those gates while I was there.
Sorry about that...there should be a manual in with the jig shipments. I'll check in with Slanman. But here is the PDF of the manual. Again, sorry for the trouble.
Just received mine in mail this week.
CHOWHOUND