DannyP Posted March 11, 2015 Author Share Posted March 11, 2015 I like it, a Savage is meant to look a bit crazy Sure does look crazy. Got some new LiPo's for it so will get those soldered up Friday. The Zippy's I use in my Firestorm didn't seem to happy after a run so got some Turingy blue 40c to try. Hopefully fire it over some jumps and get it filthy the weekend. See if I can get a little vid this time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carpmart Posted March 12, 2015 Share Posted March 12, 2015 Looking good Danny! First dibs on it please, obviously next week (maybe the week after) when you decide you're bored and want to go back to flying machines! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DannyP Posted March 12, 2015 Author Share Posted March 12, 2015 Thanks Harvey First dibs is yours Doubt I will go back to flying anytime soon. Got back into cars to get Jude involved, he loves it and has taken to it really well. Got a Firestorm on the way for him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
froggy8 Posted March 12, 2015 Share Posted March 12, 2015 who is that firestorm for when you bought it few weeks back? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DannyP Posted March 12, 2015 Author Share Posted March 12, 2015 who is that firestorm for when you bought it few weeks back? That was mean't to be for me and my 3year old son (Jude) to share but it is a little to fast for him, on 3s. So got a brushed one for him. Should be here tomorrow. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daveyb84 Posted March 13, 2015 Share Posted March 13, 2015 That bodyshell is so cool 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DannyP Posted March 13, 2015 Author Share Posted March 13, 2015 Thanks dude, should look better plastered in mud Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DannyP Posted May 8, 2015 Author Share Posted May 8, 2015 (edited) Savage has not moved for a while after this happened to my ESC. The XeRun's replacement. Some brainstorming needed to get it fitted securely but plenty of time as I have no wheels of tyres for it atm. I've had a set of wheels on backorder at MS for a while, need to chase them up and then decide on some new rubber. Maybe a new shell as well. Edited January 14, 2019 by DannyP Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carpmart Posted May 8, 2015 Share Posted May 8, 2015 I've got some you could borrow if you need to Danny! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DannyP Posted May 8, 2015 Author Share Posted May 8, 2015 Thank you for the offer Harvey I am in no rush tho, been playing with the slow stuff Not even power up the new ESC. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wrighty8766 Posted May 10, 2015 Share Posted May 10, 2015 Savage has not moved for a while after this happened to my ESC. Was it anything to do with the stupidly long screws attaching the shocks to the tower? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DannyP Posted May 10, 2015 Author Share Posted May 10, 2015 Was it anything to do with the stupidly long screws attaching the shocks to the tower? Possibly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tug Posted May 12, 2015 Share Posted May 12, 2015 MGM! Very nice! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DannyP Posted July 28, 2015 Author Share Posted July 28, 2015 (edited) Savage has been sat looking sorry for it's self for a while. Even tho I have only put around 10 packs through it, it required some attention. Massive jumps and real nasty landings resulted in battered plastics, shell, bent screws and driveshafts also the ESC caught fire. So a little rebuild has began with most of the plastics being replaced and screws changed for A4 grade bolts. Here is all I managed so far. Cleaning and checking parts as I go. Some fettling required to get the RPM's smooth with no binding. The result is zero slop. Not sure what upper arms to use tho? Have a choice of 0 degree and -2... Any input would be much appreciated. Edited January 14, 2019 by DannyP Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wrighty8766 Posted July 28, 2015 Share Posted July 28, 2015 I went through the exact same procedure about 2 months ago, I have still only been out with it once and even then I snapped two axles within the first minute I will hopefully be out with mine this weekend The RPM's do have an awful lot of binding when first fitted, I took to them with the file and dremmel during my rebuild Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DannyP Posted July 28, 2015 Author Share Posted July 28, 2015 Exactly what I have done, dremel and file. Bit of a faf but I like the finish of RPM products. What uppers did you use mate? Must of been going some to snap two axles Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DannyP Posted August 4, 2015 Author Share Posted August 4, 2015 (edited) Slowly I have made some progress. I was looking to replace the bulkhead braces with the Alza braces used for the servo plates but not stock and a suggestion from Wrighty to go with the Integy braces I got those. Also a new pinion as I got the grub screw stuck in the other one Stock driveshafts vs IRC shafts. Alza bulkhead plate and Integy brace fitted. Had to remove material from the shock mounting points on the RPM's give clearance for the IRC driveshafts. Front end almost done, went with -2 degree upper A-Arms. All new bolts and step screws. Edited January 14, 2019 by DannyP Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wrighty8766 Posted August 4, 2015 Share Posted August 4, 2015 Looking good mate, won't be clean for long What gearing are you running with the 1717, I run 14/50 and I think it's a bit hot to be honest. Esc maxed out at 82*C (according to data logging) and I could just hold the motor for about 3 seconds Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DannyP Posted August 4, 2015 Author Share Posted August 4, 2015 Doubt it will get more than dusty now, this will end up a dry weather runner only I am geared 14/52 and had no heat issues at all. That was with Big Joe 2's as well. Although I haven't done much running in the warmer weather. You know the score, all depends on drive style, terrain etc... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DannyP Posted August 4, 2015 Author Share Posted August 4, 2015 (edited) Rear. Instead of using zip ties for the hinge pin retainers I have used the turnbuckles from the upper A-Arms and rod ends from the steering linkage. Bit of drilling and reaming required but should keep the retainers from wandering sideways. Edited January 14, 2019 by DannyP Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DannyP Posted August 7, 2015 Author Share Posted August 7, 2015 (edited) Steering turnbuckle mod using rod ends from the adjustable upper A-Arms. F-Max titanium turnbuckles. Fitted. Edited January 14, 2019 by DannyP Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tug Posted August 21, 2015 Share Posted August 21, 2015 Beefy! Never heard of F-max! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DannyP Posted August 21, 2015 Author Share Posted August 21, 2015 Beefy! Never heard of F-max! Neither had I, just stumbled across them. I have a bit of binding due to the larger rod ends. Bit of tinkering required. Not had the chance to do anymore but hope I can find some spare time this weekend. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DannyP Posted September 18, 2015 Author Share Posted September 18, 2015 (edited) Progress. Trenchers on F-11's. Finished glueing them now. Swapped to an alloy servo horn. ESC soldered and programmed(I think...) Bez printed me a nice mount for the MGM. All secure and a perfect fit. Awesome service from a top bloke Added cable braid to power cables on ESC and servo. Also motor wires. How it sits now. IRC rear center driveshaft added. Edited January 14, 2019 by DannyP Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carpmart Posted September 18, 2015 Share Posted September 18, 2015 Looking nice Danny...................... actually looking pretty bloody sexy mate! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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