Nice mod @speedysprocket
Do you think the Thrust trim ring serves a similar function as the flow guard you made?
Do you think the Thrust trim ring serves a similar function as the flow guard you made?
My interpretation of X Metal trim flow guard
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speedysprocket
Alex
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- Chesapeake, VA
They made their new trim with that specifically in mind.
speedysprocket
Alex
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- Chesapeake, VA
Anything is possible, just depends how much work and time you want to invest. The stock ring with the rubber may be the most efficient design. I haven't had one to play with though.
NVJAY775
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- Gardnerville, Nevada, United States
@speedysprocket I'm curious how your modded setup compares to the b pipe coupler set up. I like the fact that yours is all solid and can't blow off.
I can tell you that the difference between stock xmetal trim and xmetal metal trim with b pipe coupler is absolutely night and day. You get better thrust with flips and spins. Once you try it, you'll never want to ride without it.
I can tell you that the difference between stock xmetal trim and xmetal metal trim with b pipe coupler is absolutely night and day. You get better thrust with flips and spins. Once you try it, you'll never want to ride without it.
NVJAY775
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Jetmaniac might have one laying around. I'd like to get one in my hands to see what can be done. Flip it and modify it to work for up instead of down.
I liked shortening my steering throw too. Just made riding an overall better experience. Less sensitive when cruising and messing around, but when you want to spin, it definitely spins.
I liked shortening my steering throw too. Just made riding an overall better experience. Less sensitive when cruising and messing around, but when you want to spin, it definitely spins.
speedysprocket
Alex
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- Chesapeake, VA
Well I've not ridden with the b pipe coupler mod- hose clamp didn't want to fit under the protec nozzle, so I did this. And I like as much steering throw as I can get!
NVJAY775
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Here's some pics of mine with the pro-tec nozzle. I cut mine down. It was crazy long before.
NVJAY775
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LMAO at my lame post from my phone! Haha! I suk.....
Edit. Here's a couple short vids from my first day trying spins with the b pipe coupler on xmetal trim.
Edit. Here's a couple short vids from my first day trying spins with the b pipe coupler on xmetal trim.
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speedysprocket
Alex
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- Chesapeake, VA
This was my first trim ring...
waksk8
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NVJAY775
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Do you mean the blue coupler over the trim ring being the guard?
Yes, it makes a big difference.
http://www.x-h2o.com/index.php?threads/tech-tip-xmetal-trim-mod-for-improved-handling.140253/
NVJAY775
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The difference is huge like said. Jetmaniac has run this setup for a very long time with no issues. As have others. The only reason I had issues was due to my steering nozzles shape and volume, and my cuts were off for my nozzle.
All I have to say is just try it. It's a super cheap mod. It tightens up all the tolerances between the reduction nozzle and steering nozzle for more thrust in all directions and still allows great flow without disrupting the flow path too bad.
I think this can only be done with a flexible coupler, or OEM type of set up. I did a LOT of glasswork to mine last season (a few times) and it did make a difference. But nothing compared to the coupler set up.
And that's all I have to say about that lol...
All I have to say is just try it. It's a super cheap mod. It tightens up all the tolerances between the reduction nozzle and steering nozzle for more thrust in all directions and still allows great flow without disrupting the flow path too bad.
I think this can only be done with a flexible coupler, or OEM type of set up. I did a LOT of glasswork to mine last season (a few times) and it did make a difference. But nothing compared to the coupler set up.
And that's all I have to say about that lol...
deftons56
Brian
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- lake goodwin
If you want to try it for about $4 try my idea, works great....
masterblaster
X-H2
The coupler mod really tightens up the reverse flow alot even with the tabs cut off,as mine wore down and started to blow through,I cut them off and tested with and without,unreal diff,I glassed the reduction nozzle tight to the upward trim direction as well,sim to the rrp carbon flow guard. Anyone who ever watched the full vid of how hiro glasses the unit to the reduction nozzle to completely elim reverse flow under the ride plate would understand.
also the fx 140 turn nozzle works great if you grind the edges out a lil thiner and then finish sand them with 1000 grit where they touch the coupler taps,this works on the plastic nozzle as well,requires less vasoline lube to keep them in good shape. moding a 61x reduction nozzle and drilling the trim holes back a smidge makes for a much tighter setup with just a tad less trim angle.
also the fx 140 turn nozzle works great if you grind the edges out a lil thiner and then finish sand them with 1000 grit where they touch the coupler taps,this works on the plastic nozzle as well,requires less vasoline lube to keep them in good shape. moding a 61x reduction nozzle and drilling the trim holes back a smidge makes for a much tighter setup with just a tad less trim angle.
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speedysprocket
Alex
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- Chesapeake, VA
If anyone else would like to try this, message me to work something out...
speedysprocket
Alex
- Location
- Chesapeake, VA
Well finally got into the surf and was very noticeable with my 360s. Makes them effortless, even on the smallest waves.