Well, I haven't seen anyone run the newer cases with the extra gear, but the others definately have issues. But I would imagine these are stronger having an extra gear and all. I say do it! :shock:
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Well, I haven't seen anyone run the newer cases with the extra gear, but the others definately have issues. But I would imagine these are stronger having an extra gear and all. I say do it! :shock:
SVEN
I wanna be Dave
SVEN
I wanna be Dave
SVEN
I wanna be Dave
Tried out the 6 cell today and :shock: most fun I have had with an rc in quite a while. No breakage and nothing got over warm to the touch during the 30 minute run. I just have to clean up the birds nest and locktight a couple screws and it will be ready for ECC.
Also, I finally did the modifications to put a lipo in the React. Made a world of difference. Previously, I used a rechargeable 4 cell nimh pack and it would only last about 20 minutes. After putting in the lipo, I left the TX on for about 2 hours while I was working on the truck, then ran the truck for 30 min. It will be a much more relaxing experience, not having to worry about the TX battery dying mid course.
Also, I finally did the modifications to put a lipo in the React. Made a world of difference. Previously, I used a rechargeable 4 cell nimh pack and it would only last about 20 minutes. After putting in the lipo, I left the TX on for about 2 hours while I was working on the truck, then ran the truck for 30 min. It will be a much more relaxing experience, not having to worry about the TX battery dying mid course.
SVEN
I wanna be Dave
Drawing up some new mounts for the HS-7980 going on the front. Would be nice to put one out back as well, but that will have to wait for my wallet to recover from this one.
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Arct1k
Quarry Creeper
I've got servo envy - lol!
rottenbelly
Just jump it!
Looking good. I have one of those servos waiting at home to go in my rig.
Hows the delrin hexes holding up? That really has me curious. Especially after you 6 cell romp!!!
You think they might develop slop faster than the aluminum ones?
Hows the delrin hexes holding up? That really has me curious. Especially after you 6 cell romp!!!
You think they might develop slop faster than the aluminum ones?
SVEN
I wanna be Dave
The hexes are holding up great. In fact, I have a hard time pulling the wheels off because they are such a tight fit.
It's still a little early to tell about the wear versus aluminum, but so far I have had no issues. The hexes still look like they did when they came off the router.
SVEN
I wanna be Dave
Very tight fit. I can't even fit a piece of paper between the servo and the motor. I'm using the pinions that came with the axles. If I had any smaller pinion, the servo would not fit. I can only use the front row of mounting holes on the axles, due to the servo being flush with the axle tube. But even with 2 screws holding the mount, the assembly won't budge.
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bustedcrawler
Rock Crawler
Like Sven said Bender made clod/txt hexes out of delrin years ago, and I am still running those hexes with no sings of slop. Been beating on them for 4ish years now on a TXT with a puller and 4S power.
Looking great Sven! Lots of good ideas and trick parts on this one!! You coming out for Vanquish?
rottenbelly
Just jump it!
Cool. Guess that delrin is more durable than i thought.
Like the way you mounted that 7980!! I am trying to figure out how to stuff mine in there . Guess i will get to cutting the delrin!!!"thumbsup"
Did you ever get your aluminum steering linkage cut? I saw some 3/8 delrin rod in some of the pics, you using that on the rear?
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SVEN
I wanna be Dave
Thanks! I don't like being trapped inside boxes.
Thanks busted! I am going to try to make it. If I do, it will only be for Super class.
I never did the aluminum steering link. I have been using some 5/16 round delrin and have not had any issues with it. It is up out of the way for the most part and has hardly any scratches.
Let me know if you need a mount cut for the 7980 or even a standard servo. I can do both.
rottenbelly
Just jump it!
Thanks a ton!! I will let ya know in the next couple days on that servo mount.Thanks! I don't like being trapped inside boxes.
Thanks busted! I am going to try to make it. If I do, it will only be for Super class.
I never did the aluminum steering link. I have been using some 5/16 round delrin and have not had any issues with it. It is up out of the way for the most part and has hardly any scratches.
Let me know if you need a mount cut for the 7980 or even a standard servo. I can do both.
I have to get my mini ready for a comp this weekend so it's gonna be Monday before I get back to the super.
SVEN
I wanna be Dave
rottenbelly
Just jump it!
OOOOOHHHH Nice!!!!!"thumbsup"
Looks ALOT stronger. Nice and simple design.
Did you have to grind into the axle tube any with that?
Edit, I see you said it was flush with tube.
I still need to see what pinions i have in theses axles!!
Been busy making dremel dust with these huge links!!
Cant wait to put it on the rig next week."thumbsup"
Looks ALOT stronger. Nice and simple design.
Did you have to grind into the axle tube any with that?
Edit, I see you said it was flush with tube.
I still need to see what pinions i have in theses axles!!
Been busy making dremel dust with these huge links!!
Cant wait to put it on the rig next week."thumbsup"
SVEN
I wanna be Dave
OOOOOHHHH Nice!!!!!"thumbsup"
Looks ALOT stronger. Nice and simple design.
Did you have to grind into the axle tube any with that?
Edit, I see you said it was flush with tube.
I still need to see what pinions i have in theses axles!!
Been busy making dremel dust with these huge links!!
Cant wait to put it on the rig next week."thumbsup"
Thanks!
Hopefully you have the stock pinions, because I don't know if it will work with any pinion smaller than stock.
The mount pictured is actually yours. One thing I forgot to take a picture of is the 1/16" spacers, in case you want the servo to be a little higher above the bottom of the axle.
No grinding necessary.
I do suggest assembling the mount and servo (as shown in the 2nd and 3rd pics above) before screwing it to the axle; leaving the two black screws on the back row a little loose until the others are tight. It will make the process much easier. Also when screwing the mount to the axle, screw the counter sunk screw down most of the way before trying to do any of the front row screws.
Let me know if that is clear as mud.
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Arct1k
Quarry Creeper
Interesting as i thought i was using stock pinions but couldn't seem to get it to fit on mine without having to do some serious grinding...
What size are your cans? I'm running Phantom Blitz...
What size are your cans? I'm running Phantom Blitz...
SVEN
I wanna be Dave
I'm running Holmes Hobbies 55t motors. Not sure on the physical dimensions of the can, but I will find out.
SVEN
I wanna be Dave
Oops, I forgot to check my motor size for ya. My Holmes can is 1.421 inches in diameter.
Made some Super Sedonas. I used the rim of a 40 series moab and the tread of the Sedonas. The Plowboys are still great, I just need something new. I still need to get some foams to fill them out....and build the other 3 tires.
Made some Super Sedonas. I used the rim of a 40 series moab and the tread of the Sedonas. The Plowboys are still great, I just need something new. I still need to get some foams to fill them out....and build the other 3 tires
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