Zerobricks

Sorry to be the one to tell you, but the part you are using the gearbox arm can't fit in the thin liftarms.

Original idea was to use 4 BuWizz motors. But currently this model is on a hold.

Here's a second version and I'm really proud of it clean it turned out: I reduced the width of the rim from origina 26 to 24 mm, giving me a nice and flat front surface. Reduced the number of mounting holes to 6 and thereby opened up the wheel and lost a lot of useless mass. Since the spokes and holes are now alligned, it looks so much cleaner.

Here's a very short video showcasing the Snow Edition where I replaced the wheels with tracks. As expected the model can run on the snow, but again the weight can cause it to get stuck in wet, sticky snow.

As promised, here's a quick dirty concept of a medium sized racing wheel with a deeper offset: When used with the miniature hubs, the pivot point is now nice and deep inside the wheel and there's enough space for the link to pass by even at maximum angle: And there's plenty of space for the small hub and suspension arms: I'm planning to update the wheel to have only 3 holes, all aligned with the spokes to make it even lighter and give it more open space.

I'm thinking of drawing up some modernized wheels with a stud deeper offset for 1:12 scale cars.

No, you can't, they don't engage into the new system.

Amazing job indeed. I especially admire the fact it's a modular design which requires easy to take apart, yet strong and simple enough connection points. Also interesting idea with the tilt-steering, I think you could achieve a simillar result by adjusting the steering geometry to exhibit such behaviour automatically when steering.

I think the new straight 12-tooth gears are a perfect solution for the valvetrains using chains.

Looks really good, instantly recognisable. All it needs now is an armchair on the roof along with some ropes and a broom

Agreed, I think we have enough ideas now. I would suggest we first focus on a catergory, for example what new connector would you like and vote for a design. Later, we can focus the same way on hubs, joints, panels, gears, liftarms, half beams, links, pins, etc...

Imagine cutting it in half and modifying it to have 1,5 L of useful axle length... Oh that sounds familiar and can even be used in 4 stud long liftatms. LEGO, all you had to do was to cut it in half and we'd have a new, robust part!

Don't tell me they made a double headed male CV joint without any other connectivity.... If that's the case, than it's really lame... Also just the thought of it reminds me of double headed... Adult toys...

Yes, cause the triple perpendicular connector is round, there were no issues. Having a beam with a sharp edge near it would drastically reduce the maximum angle. I increased the thickness of the slope, but it's still slighty thinner than the Lego one, hence higher angle. As with all things there are pros and cons indeed. I was actually surprised that the connectors used in the new mini dump truck's megablocks teering arms are so simillar to the already existing ones plus in the same color.

I'm going to assume the offical one has axle or maybe even 1L beam stop (like 5,5 axle) somewhere, thereby reducing the usable axle length to 1,5 or even less studs. P.S. Managed to optimize the printing and got a really clean result:

I think having too many simillar looking parts can confuse builders, especially novice ones. That is why I think new parts should provide new functions and solutions, yes, but not be too similar to the existing ones. A few example already existing parts that are too similar as it is: 8 and 12 tooth gears in the Defender Differentials in the Unimog Mixing up #3, #4 and #5 connectors And don't get me started on fender pieces Axles before they were color coded, especially 4,5 and 6M

I'm not sure if this is the right topic anymore, or should I open a new one specifically for 3D printed parts? Anyway, I decided to test the CV axle idea. I actually did manage to create a 1,5 stud long one and it works at around 25 to 30 degrees max angle: It can be used both for 5 studded and even 4 studded suspension arm length: But as predicted, having only half a stud of the axle inside the CV joint proved too unstable, the whole driveshaft can fall apart with enough side force. So I focused my attention to the 2 stud long axle version: Here you can see the first version above and the improved, reinforced version below: Even with the thicker, reinforced version the maximum angle is slightly higher than with normal CV joints, around 30 degrees and the entore length of the axle is usable, without a need for the 0,5 stud long stop. I'm surprised just how well the tolerances and fitting are, the joint pops into the other parts with a satisfying click and the axle itself is just the right size to provide friction to the bushes. Here you can see that suspension's maximum angle is limited by the hub and not the 3D printed CV axle: It takes around 10 minutes and 12 centimeters of fillament to print this part, so I have a feleing I might actually use my own 3D printed versions if they turn out to be functionally identical to the official ones. Of course they rougher and probably weaker than the upcoming official parts, but if anyone is interested in the .STL file, please let me know. Now we can finally give the Ford Raptor a proper All Wheel Drive

Sorry for quoting a picture, but I think this part with 2L stud long pin instead of a 1L axle would be different enough from all the existing conenctors to warrant it's existence. Everything else is IMO too simillar to the already existing family of connectors.

You are right, there is simply not enough space for axle block or any kind of angular movement with 1,5 axls stud length. I think your render in the General Part topic is close to what we will be getting.

If they make the joint with an 1,5 L axle instead of 2, it can be used for 5L and even 4L long suspension arms.

I see, there is simply not enough material to keep it together. I think in the end we are getting a 2 studded male CV axle like the second one on the photo, but with an additional stop on the axle bit somewhere.

Great renders. I hope that the new parts used in Ford GT are actually the universal joints, since IMO they are more useful and robust than the normal (small) CV joints. The new (large) CV joint is NOT possible in the Ford GT, since there is not enough room between the suspension arms.

You mean like 32495 but with axle output and probably shorter steering arms?

I will write my propsals and and later try to do some simple renders: 1. Ungeared wheel hub that accepts the bigger CV joint 2. A shorter, hard shock absorber with 0,5 stud of travel for smaller models 3. 24 Tooth clutch gear which I already 3D printed: 4: Since internal combustion engines are being phased out; a generator with an intrgrated voltage regulator. It can be used for scale electric/hybrid cars to represent the drive motors and light up the LED lights. Ideally a flat design with PU ports.

I doubt, because in order to fit the large CV joint, you also need the female CV joint which is 1 stud longer than normal CV female joint and that simply does not fit. We are either gettting a shorter male CV joint or a new U joint which uses 2L axles. Also I just noticed yesterday that the rear body and fenders are offset by half a stud on each side in order to lay flush with the rear wheels.