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300EXrider02
08-01-2003, 02:16 PM
I do not have that much knowledge of axles, and I am looking to get one for my b-day...

I like durablue, becasue its cheap and reliable until you go off a 400ft jump

but:
-does it need a new axle carrier, or use stock?
-the same stock hubs can be used?
-I want the 2+2, where can I find a deal?
-anyone selling one?
JOEX
08-01-2003, 05:12 PM
I recently put a Lonestar on my quad. I chose it over the Durablue because of the warranty. The Durablue is pro-rated where as the Lonestar has a lifetime warranty, they will fix a bent axle with a certain amount of runout or replace it if is not rebendable. The only charge is shipping cost.

The popular choice here is RPM but it is a few $'s more.

Joe
trailburner
08-02-2003, 12:59 AM
I have a Durablue & I have bent it.. I went of a decent jump & landed on one back tire...:ermm: If I was to buy another one it would be a lonestar [because of the warranty]......
08-02-2003, 01:40 AM
you dont have to use a new carrier. I just replaced mine and my carrier was fine i could have used it but to be safe i got a new one. Also check e bay. You can get real good deals. I got a +1 to +4 adjustable RPM for 230 shipped :D
KrazyKid300ex
08-02-2003, 01:58 AM
i think durablue has the sprocket hub already on. wait they do. my friend bought it and it came with the sprocket hub. IMO i would get the Lonestar. i want to get one soon.
08-02-2003, 03:55 AM
Originally posted by KrazyKid300ex
i think durablue has the sprocket hub already on. wait they do. my friend bought it and it came with the sprocket hub. IMO i would get the Lonestar. i want to get one soon.

i think all axles come with the sprocket hub. Also stay away from durablue!
300EXrider02
08-02-2003, 07:58 AM
what do I do about a lock nut?

and do a 250r, 400ex or 350x or anything fit on the 300? there isnt much on axles for 300ex's
KrazyKid300ex
08-02-2003, 08:04 AM
http://www.lsracing.com/
bigfoot300ex
08-02-2003, 08:09 AM
get a lonestar
300EXrider02
08-02-2003, 08:43 AM
out of all the poeple that bashed durablue, how many actually owned one?


anyone have a durablue? and happy? gotta have some positive stuff to it


LSR is like 300 for the axle, and you need the carrier, and the fuggin hubs, what a rip off....i only have at the most 300$, so lsr is out, and rpm is a lot of money
08-02-2003, 08:53 AM
my friend has a durablue on his blaster & it works pretty good.
KrazyKid300ex
08-02-2003, 08:58 AM
you use stock hubs and stock axle nut and stock everything
400EXrider#91
08-02-2003, 09:02 AM
Originally posted by Crazy400exMan
my friend has a durablue on his blaster & it works pretty good.

look what its on, i never bend the stock one on mine, because you can't get high enough:o
08-02-2003, 09:20 AM
Originally posted by KrazyKid300ex
you use stock hubs and stock axle nut and stock everything

I would recomend a new locknut because the stock one will keep loosening.
300EXrider02
08-02-2003, 11:29 AM
i got lock nut tightened by my mechanic, and it has never loosend since

I think durablue is the way i will go, never bent the stock, and durablue is stronger, so i dont think i will have a problem

like 500 for a fuggin lsr...i am not a yuppie, so dont have that money, barley enough for a durablue
Ryan
08-02-2003, 11:52 AM
Originally posted by 400EXrider#91
look what its on, i never bend the stock one on mine, because you can't get high enough:o

Thats why when Korry Ellis was test riding one, he jumped a 60ft double with one :rolleyes: .


Anyways, LSR or RPM.

As for Axle nuts, it might be smart to replace them with a aftermarket axle nut. My stock one came loose several times but with a pipe wrench, and a 5 foot pool, it has not came loose since then. Better to be safe then sorry, though.
KrazyKid300ex
08-02-2003, 11:57 AM
you can get an lsr for 329 shipped on ebay. they are the same and 329 fomr quadshop and C&D racing i bet. well i know the quadshop has them for that price
JOEX
08-02-2003, 03:39 PM
Originally posted by 300EXrider02
out of all the poeple that bashed durablue, how many actually owned one?


anyone have a durablue? and happy? gotta have some positive stuff to it


LSR is like 300 for the axle, and you need the carrier, and the fuggin hubs, what a rip off....i only have at the most 300$, so lsr is out, and rpm is a lot of money
You do not need to replace the carrier or hubs to run the LSR axle. It also comes with the sprocket hub as do all (I think) aftermarket 400ex axles, it is pressed on. I was able to get mine for $315 shipped :)
I would reccommend at least replacing the bearings while it is apart.
I'm sure the Durablue is a fine axle but with the warrenty they have you might be spending more money in the long run if you bend it. That is why I chose the Lonestar.

Joe
Chanman420q
08-02-2003, 04:06 PM
its always better to save up and get the right product that you know u can trust and will back there product up.
JOEX
08-02-2003, 04:23 PM
Originally posted by Chanman420q
its always better to save up and get the right product that you know u can trust and will back there product up.

Yup!:) ........ That is why I don't have new shocks yet:(

Joe
wilkin250r
08-04-2003, 12:38 PM
If you look for a good deal, you can find a LSR for only about $15 more than a durablue. You should be able to use the stock carrier and hubs. You can even use the stock locknut, but I HIGHLY suggest getting an aftermarket locknut, you can pick them up on ebay for roughly $45