¶ Diff Height
The Mayako buggy has diff height adjustment, unlike most competitors. It is a great way to tune the
feel of the car on power.
Looking at the setup sheet, remember to adjust shock tower, and A-B-C-D-Block height to match your
diff height. The only thing you want to change is diff height, not shock/link or arm height positions.
(On the other hand it opens up even more adjustment possibilities if you know what you are doing.)
Higher diff height:
Firmer suspension on power
More initial grip
More corner speed
Worse in bumps
Stiffer car
Good on high grip
More stable on power, but more responsive, not as forgiving
Lower diff height:
Softer car, more plush suspension on power
Suspension better in bumps
Lower corner speed
Less support and stability on power, espeically on high grip
More overall grip
Better in bumps
High Front Diff - Low Rear Diff:
More response and precision entering corners
Low Front Diff - High Rear Diff:
Smooth on corner entry
Good on edgy tracks
¶ Suggested start points:
Bumpy track:
Low diff front and rear
Average fast euro style track:
Low front, middle rear, or high front middle rear. Question of preference.
High grip, smooth track:
Low front, high rear
¶ Adjusting Diff Height
It is always suggested to set the diff height as an independent change and maintain the lower arm and tower positions. This way you are only adjusting diff height and not suspension also. Therefore always change inserts to a single row on the setup sheet, or as below.
¶ Front Diff Height
To adjust the front diff height, there are 5 inserts that need changing as shwon below. To adjust front diff heights you also require MYB0027B1 (A block) and MYB0028A (B block).
These can be identified in the lower diagrams, with part numbers required for each diff height setting.
When adjusting the diff height (via the "Gearbox Spacer"), the purpose of the other inserts is to maintain the tower and suspension geometry. Therefore if you raise the height of the holes in the gearbox itself, the holes in the inserts will also need to be raised for assembly.
¶ Rear Diff Height
The rear is more common to adjust based on traction level and condition.
To adjust rear diff height, there are 5 inserts identified below.
