Horsetooth Badlands H10 Optic

[dystance]

As I mention in my first response, one of the options with 4WS in the DX5 is RWS. I use one switch (C or D, I can't recall right now) that can toggle to any of the four options: first position is FWS, second is 4WS, third is Crab and the fourth is RWS (meaning rear wheels only-steer). So I could change the order (I think) and have RWS as the second position so I could flip back-and-forth between FWS and RWS. If I can't change the order then I would have to toggle through to the fourth position and then back to the first position do the same.

I don't know if this gets you where you want or not, but it's one option at leastI am familiar with this mixing option but it is not what I’m after. I am better off with the aux channel operating in the “all or nothing”for the rear steer. I need to be able to operate independently.

As I mention in my first response, one of the options with 4WS in the DX5 is RWS. I use one switch (C or D, I can't recall right now) that can toggle to any of the four options: first position is FWS, second is 4WS, third is Crab and the fourth is RWS (meaning rear wheels only-steer). So I could change the order (I think) and have RWS as the second position so I could flip back-and-forth between FWS and RWS. If I can't change the order then I would have to toggle through to the fourth position and then back to the first position do the same.

I don't know if this gets you where you want or not, but it's one option at least.

I am familiar with this mixing option but it is not what I’m after. I am better off with the aux channel operating in the “all or nothing” for the rear steer so I can operate them independently.

 

[bgredjeep]

I used the vr knob on my radiolink tx for rear steer. Printed a larger wheel to slide over the knob and control it with my thumb on my throttle hand.

 

[dystance]

I used the vr knob on my radiolink tx for rear steer. Printed a larger wheel to slide over the knob and control it with my thumb on my throttle hand.

Thanks for the info, I will look into it.

 

[bgredjeep]

Thanks for the info, I will look into it.

Here's the knob I designed for the radiolink tx

https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:5388828

 

[dystance]

A little update. I went to work reducing weight up high to help lower the COG. Went with a printed electronics tray that lowers the height of the receiver. Added a mount for the power button that keeps things neat and tidy. Removed the 2nd seat and ground down the remaining seat, backside of interior plate, and driver to whittle away grams. Got rid or the radiator and replaced it with a threaded spacer bar. All in all I removed over 70g from above the skid plate. Not bad. With a few light weight adds and the weight saved I am probably about 50g lighter up top.

 

[dystance]

Finally got out on the rocks after the last round of work. The reduction in up-high weight was noticeable. The rig felt more stable and planted. After weighing all the parts I removed, it ended up being just under 70g in weight savings. This weight was from above the skid line so the impact was really felt. Still working on lowering the CG. Working on shock setup to lower ride height a little. Probably gonna add a bit of wheel weight in the front. Planning on bent rear links to help belly clearance. And a few shots from the rocks.

 

[dystance]

Build update. Went to a full-droop setup. Built Dlux medium shocks up and they feel smooth and solid. Added high-clearance rear links. Belly scraper yes, but I have done full-droop in the past and think it will fit my terrain and driving style. Replaced the radio/receiver - Radiomaster mt-12, for the rear steer dial. Installed a Harley Design printed lever. Still dialing in the servo settings but having independent rear steer like this is amazing. Looking forward to getting her out and testing this setup.

 

[dystance]

I have stiffer springs if I need to raise the ride height. Driveline is a bit more exposed to rocks with the bent links but it doesn’t look too bad. Low low. Only real plans revolve around upgrading the transmission and drive line.
Gonna start collecting parts and probably drive it as is until she breaks something. Then do everything else at one time.

EDIT: I got her out on some rock lines around my house and I think this will be a great setup. Very stable with the lower COG and the DLux droop setup. Very smooth and controlled suspension movement. The rear steer lever is awesome! The steep curve dictated by the lever throw in the gate makes the rear steer quick, so I am getting used to that. Very precised with a solid centering click to keep things clear.

 

[dystance]

Here is the lever and gate setup for my rear steer. Had to adjust the curves to get full throw within the limits of the gate.