- TRF211XM - Jason Moggridge - 12mm Hex Conversion Build -

Something that I was also trying out for the first time in the shakedown was the 12mm conversion on the front of the TRF211XM. I've read a number of examples of conversions other racers have done over the years to the TRF201 etc. and they all seem to centre around the Team Associated parts. For me I chose Yokomo.

So why Yokomo? I wanted to use something as similar to the original geometry as possible, but also something that was simple to install with the least amount of hacking/drilling/filing to make parts fit and also using Associated parts meant different axle threads, wheel nuts etc from front to rear. Also another plus point is Yokomo supply a complete hex conversion for the B-MAX2, so most of the parts you already know are going to fit without issue! Huge plus point for me.

Parts I used are:
- B-MAX2 B2-HCOV - Hex Wheel Hub Conversion Kit
- B-MAX2 B2-413 - Front Steering Hub Carrier (+5deg)
- B-MAX2 B2-414 - King Pins

By using B-MAX2 parts, it means you don't need to modify, hack or drill any of the Tamiya kit parts The only modification is that the Tamiya King Pin to attach the B2-413 steering hub to the front wishbone is 0.3mm wider (thicker) than the hole in the Yokomo hub carrier. To keep tolerances nice and tight, you just need to get a 3mm diameter drill bit and by hand, twist through the hub carrier hole. This can easily be done by hand as you only need to widen the hole in the Yokomo hub carrier very slightly. The Tamiya King Pin will then fit through the Hub Carrier with no issue.

With everything fitted, you still retain a legal track width on the front with the benefit of 12mm hex fitments and the same axle threads front and rear Also very simple installation with a small modification keeping tolerances very tight.