Pez44 Posted August 9, 2015 Share Posted August 9, 2015 Thanks Noj, The shop sold me the whole package, so they advised on the motor, esc, and they soldered the esc to the motor. I don't want to have to spend more money really on a whole new motor and esc when I've spent a fair amount on this setup. Just very frustrating really. Thanks Ben Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noj Posted August 9, 2015 Share Posted August 9, 2015 Which shop? I hear your frustration, are you in a position to take the LB to them and see if they can get it moving? 25 quid gets the brushed set up, BTW... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Legend Racer Posted August 9, 2015 Share Posted August 9, 2015 Get a brushless setup for under Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pez44 Posted August 9, 2015 Share Posted August 9, 2015 I have a brushless set up not brushed, it was RC Modelshop direct think they are based in Yorkshire, only went there online as did a thing with Iconic RC. May just have to get a new esc and brushed motor to get it working for sure.. What you recommend above Noj makes sense. Thanks both Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Legend Racer Posted August 9, 2015 Share Posted August 9, 2015 Yeah sorry, meant it other way around, get rid of the brushless and get cheap brushed for under Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PraetoR Posted August 9, 2015 Share Posted August 9, 2015 Listen to Master Noj and heed well his words, he is wise in the ways of vintage Tamiya. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pez44 Posted August 10, 2015 Share Posted August 10, 2015 My Zippy lipo doesn't fit into the battery compartment on the LB, hence why I've bought ni-mah packs? Thanks Ben Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JED Posted August 10, 2015 Share Posted August 10, 2015 this lipo fits: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/221180788891?_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT Works well with the lunchbox, as you don't have to remove the shell to take out the battery. Also comes with a selection of wires to cut down on soldering if you change esc... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pez44 Posted August 10, 2015 Share Posted August 10, 2015 Top stuff, thanks Jed! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noj Posted August 10, 2015 Share Posted August 10, 2015 Rcmodelshop direct.....bunch of ass holes....shop is visible from my house. They know nowt unless it is connected with touring cars or drifters, hence why they sold you a totally unsuitable and non compatible combo. Send it back and get a full refund as what they sold you is not fit for purpose.... Looks like I best take a mobile Vat up there again.... 2s hardcase fit, you need to trim a small amount of material from the back side of the 'tray' and make a small extension plate for the retainer....I'll try and get some pics of mine up....lipo stays nice and snug.... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pez44 Posted August 10, 2015 Share Posted August 10, 2015 Wish I had known that before, suppose I should have asked before buying it all. It's all made now and the motor seems to be working correctly, haven't taken it for a proper run yet so time will tell. If it breaks I'll just take the hit and get the brushed setup to replace that you recommend. Cost me too much to post it all back. Be great to fit a lipo in, that be so helpful. Thanks Noj Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noj Posted August 12, 2015 Share Posted August 12, 2015 Welcome Pez Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pez44 Posted August 12, 2015 Share Posted August 12, 2015 So it runs well, looks great, I'll add sons pics soon, couple of niggles you experts may be able to advise? - the front wheels are never straight, I keep taking the front wheels off and tightening or loosening the steering rods, so either the wheels seem to angle in or out, Is there a way to get them dead straight so it doesn't veer off? - The front seems to be heavier than back, so when I reverse or the nephew does the front grill rubs on the wheel? Should I add some weight to the back to even it out? Thanks, Pez Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noj Posted August 13, 2015 Share Posted August 13, 2015 Alrighty....a bit rough, works fine as you can see. The end stop arm extender (?!) is a bit of Traxxas steering linkage...you get the idea though 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pez44 Posted August 13, 2015 Share Posted August 13, 2015 That's quality, so you just cut the plastic out using a Stanley knife or something's? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danb1974 Posted August 13, 2015 Share Posted August 13, 2015 This lipo fits without modding (it's the same chassis, with the montero body) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noj Posted August 13, 2015 Share Posted August 13, 2015 Indeed. Then sand off any burrs. Did mine in a rush, will neaten it up at 'some' future time Any offcut of decent strength plastic could be employed to extend the end holder.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noj Posted August 13, 2015 Share Posted August 13, 2015 This lipo fits without modding (it's the same chassis, with the montero body) 5000mah, possibly a few mm shorter than the 6000+ I run....maximum playtime all the time Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danb1974 Posted August 14, 2015 Share Posted August 14, 2015 Yeah, 5000 lipo on stock silver can runs a long time. I always get bored before I finish the pack, so I don't even bother using a lvc alarm. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nohero Posted August 17, 2015 Share Posted August 17, 2015 (edited) Rather stupidly glued one of the rear tyre treads round the wrong way. Is this going to cause me any notable issues? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Edited August 17, 2015 by nohero Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mansnake Posted August 17, 2015 Share Posted August 17, 2015 (edited) ESCs are often slower in reverse. Swap the motor leads round and reverse the channel. Not sure about the range issue, what tx/rx are you using? Thanks oodboo that did the trick, it now goes faster going forward rather than reverse! Just got to get a lipo and upgrade the radio equipment and im done with all internal upgrades!. With regards to the lipo battery, is there anything i need to consider before purchasing one? Will i need to make adjustments to the battery compartment for it to fit? anyway, just uploaded a video of the lunchy out on the beach! View My Video Edited August 17, 2015 by Mansnake 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PraetoR Posted August 17, 2015 Share Posted August 17, 2015 Nohero, if you put the wrong-way-round one on the rear it shouldn't make a massive difference. It's not like the Lunch Box is knowing for "grippin' and rippin'", is it 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nohero Posted August 18, 2015 Share Posted August 18, 2015 My thoughts exactly Such a difference with the tyre insets and glued. Wheelies much more and handles better! Shocks on order and new motor. That just leave chassis braces which I wish there was a supplier of rather than make my own. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StrokerBoy Posted August 18, 2015 Share Posted August 18, 2015 Rather stupidly glued one of the rear tyre treads round the wrong way. Is this going to cause me any notable issues? Certainly will - every time you post a pic of your truck online, someone's gonna point it out. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nohero Posted August 18, 2015 Share Posted August 18, 2015 (edited) Pahahaha! That was my main concern. Might get a bumper sticker that says I know about it Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Edited August 18, 2015 by nohero 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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