89redranger
RCC Addict
I'm not going to post up any lofty goals, lengthy story, or boring details. Just going to start posting pics of the parts as I go through them, and maybe get a little details for you guys about what it takes to give a car this small a serious attempt. Attempt being key here because, until the sand flies, it's all just theory.
Simple goals-
MRC based- How much will remain? Who knows..?
Small size- under an 8" wheelbase, 7" width, and on tires no larger than those designed for the Losi Mini T. Honestly, think straight-axle'd RC18/ProPulse/Mini Recon sized. Should be awesome for tearing up local construction sites, neighbors' flower beds, and backyards.
Lightweight- Shooting for roughly 1 1/2 pounds RTR, may end up closer to 2 pounds.
Low cost- The small lightweight nature of a build like this means it will require less for power, break less with said power, and cost less to fix if broken. In theory anyway...
So, starting with axle parts, here are the knuckles, c-hubs, and wheels slated for this build. I'll post up more pics, info, and parts as I go through it all. Remember though, I'm basically designing a rig from the ground-up, and this will take some time.
These c-hubs and knuckles are designed around stock Losi MRC Pro or 3Racing CVDs, have built in 39* steering stops (limited by Shapeways' minimum wall thickness) which can be shaved further for up to 45* of steering, and give 16* of caster (double stock) with an 8* pinion angle and a completely flat servo at ride height.
The rear axle will consist of DravTech lockouts for the MRC Pro, the DravTech rear upper link mount, and Losi stainless straight shafts. Up next in the CAD program is a front servo/upper link mount.
Both axles will be stuffed with DravTech stainless spools, Exceed Maxstone 16 gears, custom pinion shafts, and some good grease. For the time being I will be working with the stock housing. I do have a housing designed and saved, but it would be quite a bit heavier, and will only be called in to play if the stock housings become a problem. As small and light as this will be, they shouldn't be a problem.
Simple goals-
MRC based- How much will remain? Who knows..?
Small size- under an 8" wheelbase, 7" width, and on tires no larger than those designed for the Losi Mini T. Honestly, think straight-axle'd RC18/ProPulse/Mini Recon sized. Should be awesome for tearing up local construction sites, neighbors' flower beds, and backyards.
Lightweight- Shooting for roughly 1 1/2 pounds RTR, may end up closer to 2 pounds.
Low cost- The small lightweight nature of a build like this means it will require less for power, break less with said power, and cost less to fix if broken. In theory anyway...
So, starting with axle parts, here are the knuckles, c-hubs, and wheels slated for this build. I'll post up more pics, info, and parts as I go through it all. Remember though, I'm basically designing a rig from the ground-up, and this will take some time.
These c-hubs and knuckles are designed around stock Losi MRC Pro or 3Racing CVDs, have built in 39* steering stops (limited by Shapeways' minimum wall thickness) which can be shaved further for up to 45* of steering, and give 16* of caster (double stock) with an 8* pinion angle and a completely flat servo at ride height.
The rear axle will consist of DravTech lockouts for the MRC Pro, the DravTech rear upper link mount, and Losi stainless straight shafts. Up next in the CAD program is a front servo/upper link mount.
Both axles will be stuffed with DravTech stainless spools, Exceed Maxstone 16 gears, custom pinion shafts, and some good grease. For the time being I will be working with the stock housing. I do have a housing designed and saved, but it would be quite a bit heavier, and will only be called in to play if the stock housings become a problem. As small and light as this will be, they shouldn't be a problem.
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