z3_2drive

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  5. Posted · Edited by z3_2drive

    Was browsing Brickshelf today and came across this masterpiece...honestly on my all-time favorites list. The builder, going by 'KidA' made this amazing GT86 MOC, with very intricate suspension and some of the best bodywork I have ever seen. His other builds include RC builds similar to mine, but with the official Lego Radio Control system. This car in particular is so great it has inspired me to start a new project I've had on hold for a while (another vehicle) testing some ideas I've had. Here are some photos and a link to his Brickshelf: (sorry if photos are too large)

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    Link to the MOC folder: GT86

    I have never seen him mentioned here and I would love to discuss the model in-depth if anyone knows him.

    EDIT: Found a video!

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    Actually...I think the servo steering with the stop-go remote would be harder to control than with LA's, and getting LA-steering to center is easy because it doesn't move so fast. I can only imagine the servo struggling to steer when pinned up against something or on a very high grip surface. If they were so concerned about speed and playability then the raising/moving of all the gear would be faster. It seems like a nice model though. I absolutely love the Pickup-I can already see a dozen ways to MOD it!

  13. Posted · Edited by z3_2drive

    If you could please give some more photos of the front suspension, preferably without wheels on, I would like to help you out! For now here's a simple lightweight chassis I made long ago: http://www.brickshel...ry.cgi?f=511390

    EDIT: On Brickshelf there should be tons of inspiration for a stronger rear axle, but I would avoid using axle connectors instead of liftarms to brace things with, because with a little trial and error you will always find a nice bracing point with liftarms rather than dealing with 1/2 stud offsets and axles that slide apart.

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    The dog one pieces do come in handy!

    @Sariel when hitting the throttle (yes I have completed it and tested) fully on carpet the tank rises up but never tips. I will make some changes to help.

    @Andy after some simple re-wiring and changing the mode on the motor controller, the remote now acts as a perfect tank controller. It spins when steering at a stop, and slows a side when steering at speed, and it's all proportional.

    @TLH you can take the shocks apart without damage and then customize them any way you want :)

    @zux I believe it is a type of Bionicle chest piece.

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    This is my WIP Topic since I've figured out all my questions about the build. This is my first tank build and I think it's going pretty well!

    It is based off the Ripsaw, but has some differences:

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    ^I had to use some interesting techniques to connect both the studded and studless construction.

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    ^My table's pretty messy during builds :laugh:

    I need to brace the structure in the rear and make a simple lightweight connection from front to back to place the electronics box and battery on.

    Hope you like it!

  20. Posted · Edited by z3_2drive

    This looks awesome so far! But one thing is...the landing gear. As you said it's weak and I can only imagine the horror when it lands/takes off and the landing gear snaps, and the plane hits the ground... Some sort of reinforced triangle with a shock absorber attached would be bulky but actually survive. I know the routine of making something revolutionary but practical. At least on my cars a failure during testing won't risk complete destruction :grin: I wish you luck with this great build!

    EDIT: Mbmc, I see where you're going but us builders who use some non lego parts usually set our own goals.

    For example, I enjoy building vehicles where the construction is 100% Lego, motors and all, but unleash the performance potential and fun factor by increasing voltage and range with a third party receiver/transmitter and battery. I consider what I build to be true Lego MOCs, but not purist. I don't modify any of the pieces themselves either. I tell myself that if I want higher performance with hobby-grade motors, then I will just build my own metal frame/ buy a custom kit and use the electronics I already have, because if I am interested in top performance, I should leave Lego behind. But these hybrid builds are right smack in the middle of that gray area...