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  1. z3_2drive
    it is now but should be better with new thin liftarms
  2. z3_2drive
    Thanks! But I'm still waiting for the parts to arrive But this long wait has allowed me to rethink and perfect a few aspects of the chassis-I changed the rear suspension a bit for more travel and a more buggy-type look, and the front shock mounts have been braced and connected to the servo, along with both receivers being placed in an efficient and compact manner. Pictures: ^steering angle seems good. Enjoy!
  3. z3_2drive
    UPDATE: As I mentioned in another topic, I bought all new suspension hubs and new thin 5l liftarms with axle holes from lego direct, but I have not received them-hopefully soon this week. In the meantime, I have made a completely new chassis-same power but lighter and smaller And here are pictures ^also went for a mostly light bley chassis this time... ^like the previous chassis I'm using placeholders for the new hubs, and the light bley half-bushings are placeholders for the new +ooo+ thin liftarms. ^there'll be decent travel in the front and rear axles ^three 20t gears will in theory keep the differential from skipping teeth... ^my 10 volt batteries are held in place by a simple cage and a liftarm on either end. ^front side. ^I'm glad the pin w/ bushing exists-it's a must have for easy deconstruction. I'm happy with this "chassis ver. 2" , hope you are too!
  4. z3_2drive
    I would've liked to buy this set but it doesnt seem to be worth all that money, so I just bought the new hubs, 5l thin axles, shocks, two 9l links and a differential straight from lego for $40(I got more than two of each hub), should arrive soon
  5. z3_2drive
    good thing I bought another servo and two more l motors soon after the 9398 , so they were still reasonably priced and available, but this still doesnt seem fair.
  6. z3_2drive
    do you have a pair of the new f1 hubs(rear) mahjqa? it seems like the only part that fits the missing space in the ldd shot... EDIT: never mind I saw the comments about it on flickr...
  7. z3_2drive
    do you guys think this chassis is worth a rebuild? since I have no hubs yet I made a makeshift wheel placement that will model final outcome and it looks... weird(too wide for its wheelbase), but dont want to risk taking this apart-maybe i'll make a separate lighter, downsized chassis, possibly live axle in the rear
  8. z3_2drive
    ...is yours? mahjqa-is there photos of your hot rod? it was my favorite
  9. z3_2drive
    maybe a chain drive?
  10. z3_2drive
    tim I will if I have the chance , and skppo I agree on that
  11. z3_2drive
    Finally, I've finished the chassis but i'm calling it a prototype because I don't know how it will perform. It weighs in at about 864 grams WITHOUT wheels...so most likely will be a high speed but slow acceleration... It has decent steering angle (im using placeholders for new hubs) --- I made a quite aerodynamic-looking underside: Hope it turns out good once hubs become available for good prices!
  12. z3_2drive
    much better I hope to get this set or at least certain parts soon
  13. z3_2drive
    Ok, here's a delayed update- stiffened the suspension by changing for extra hard shock, and moved the mounts one stud out on each side. Built a large section of the chassis and placed batteries in. Made a simple flat bottom to keep electronics clean and free of dust, but I expect scratched panels sooner or later... Photos: Now just need to figure out front axle/steering which will be hard without new hubs... I hope to go through with this and finish it!
  14. z3_2drive
    was this ever mentioned before?? Sorry for size, its the only pic of this angle i've seen...
  15. z3_2drive
    yes theres a bricklink entry for the new parts but only from 2 sellers and $10 or $12 each (hubs)
  16. z3_2drive
    and all the parts hold up without breaking?? if so, sweet! I've designed new axles with 1 xl on each but havent got around to building a chassis for them... I'm going for the fast, lightweight approach
  17. z3_2drive
    Welcome to EB! I am also under 18 but I read the rules of the forum and obey (except age rule ), I think that is enough to deserve an account
  18. z3_2drive
    agree with above statements about differentials...but one other thing is that by moving the shocks to the outside may increase stability, but it GREATLY reduces suspension travel, I can tell you that, but I guess it's ok because this model has so many other features great job :thumbup:
  19. z3_2drive
    do you have the correct cable? if so, try putting the end that fits onto the motor at different angles (vertically/horizontally) because one of my motors doesnt work when you have it on a certain way, I'm guessing it has to do with polarity...
  20. z3_2drive
    he means a bad photoshop cut from box art-notice the white choppy edges around the truck
  21. z3_2drive
    about 10 volts each
  22. z3_2drive
    The previous attempt at a large scale car failed because it was not strong enough for the drivetrain, and my attempts to make a sturdy chassis around it were not so great because of the vertical placement of the buggy motors. I have sitting on my desk now, a 2nd attempt at a large scale rc, with a much more simple and robust suspension, which will eventually use the new f1 hubs, at the moment I used the dark bley mog hub because of it's dimensions. I placed the buggy motors in a clever fashion, so there are many bracing opportunities for the rest of the chassis and the rear axle. Because of the eventual weight of the vehicle I had to put a combination of various shocks to get a perfect balance between soft and stiff-soft enough that it will absorb bumps and jumps but stiff enough that it wont bottom out (hit the ground) because there is a lot of travel and not that much clearance, and I will use the same wheels/tires as on the 42000. Photos: Enjoy!
  23. z3_2drive
    HACKS! looks great, but I don't think I'll get this set...
  24. z3_2drive
    yeah I'd love to have those tires and wheels!, if you hate them, many people would be willing to buy...
  25. z3_2drive
    because- its rare and probably expensive, have heard of some units having connection problems, the unit itself is huge(I think a new design could probably be smaller) and you cant connect the new pf servo to the unit, and I heard the built-in steering output is not strong and ends up with terrible steering performance in a heavy vehicle. BTW its a perfect time to say this project has been scrapped and something new is in the making
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