Kpowell911 Posted May 15, 2016 Author Share Posted May 15, 2016 On 13/05/2016 at 21:05, chewbacca said: I'm not suggesting you run it with the Trenchers, just wanted to see what difference they made to the look. As it stands, I think it's epic. Can't wait for a running vid. Swapped em round @chewbacca 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noj Posted May 15, 2016 Share Posted May 15, 2016 7 hours ago, froggy8 said: dont mean to hijack but Noj, you saying the max5 would be better to use than the quicrun 150a? If Guns chooses 8s and tbh, if going 6s in the long chassis, I'd still fit one. Doesn't mean it's the right thing to do though For note, the max5 is about the length and width of a packet of 20 cigarettes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
froggy8 Posted May 16, 2016 Share Posted May 16, 2016 8 hours ago, Noj said: If Guns chooses 8s and tbh, if going 6s in the long chassis, I'd still fit one. Doesn't mean it's the right thing to do though For note, the max5 is about the length and width of a packet of 20 cigarettes. that is huge! mine is only the standard size flux so makes sense to just use the quicrun Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noj Posted May 16, 2016 Share Posted May 16, 2016 Have to say I was pleasantly surprised when the max5 landed...pictures don't do it justice. I love the xl2, ours have been super reliable, I just wish castle had installed proper caps from the off to make them more compact...and a no spark and on/off switch.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
froggy8 Posted May 16, 2016 Share Posted May 16, 2016 10 hours ago, Guns said: It probably would, but this is a 5th scale one, bags of room. i feel so dumb right now, that is why Noj recommended the max5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chewbacca Posted May 16, 2016 Share Posted May 16, 2016 18 hours ago, Guns said: Swapped em round @chewbacca Me likey a lot Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kpowell911 Posted May 20, 2016 Author Share Posted May 20, 2016 Postmans been a bit random lately.... However today at 2pm, my motor for this turned up..... Just a cheap black can. I love these motors. This is my fourth or fifth. This time a 1700kv as an experiment. I also put up a new shelf to store the big guy, it doubles as a stand up work bench. Three quarters of the way through, the postman came back with this?: So I soldered up some EC5s and installed that too: Just front end stuff I need now. A Servo (which is on order, an Alturn 33kg jobbie) and a Reciever which Ill prob nick from another model for now. Then we can see how it runs. Ill also need a Servo extension lead to reach the ESC to the RX haha. Dat Wheelbase!: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Markswebpages Posted May 20, 2016 Share Posted May 20, 2016 30 minutes ago, Guns said: Postmans been a bit random lately.... However today at 2pm, my motor for this turned up..... Just a cheap black can. I love these motors. This is my fourth or fifth. This time a 1700kv as an experiment. I also put up a new shelf to store the big guy, it doubles as a stand up work bench. Three quarters of the way through, the postman came back with this?: So I soldered up some EC5s and installed that too: Just front end stuff I need now. A Servo (which is on order, an Alturn 33kg jobbie) and a Reciever which Ill prob nick from another model for now. Then we can see how it runs. Ill also need a Servo extension lead to reach the ESC to the RX haha. Dat Wheelbase!: Thought I'd take a look after you commenting and offering some reasoned thought on my thread. This project looks awesome and as you have correctly pointed out to me taking a consider view and buying the right bits is giving you what we bee an awesome 1/5th scale Savage/Baja. Keep up the good work, you're making me very envious but it great to read. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kpowell911 Posted May 23, 2016 Author Share Posted May 23, 2016 Started making a "shell" today, using 1mm Carbon Sheets. Considering its been cut with a Stanley knife, and sanded and polished by hand Im quite happy: Rough cuts: Buffed and sanded: Not quite sure how to attach them to the TVP's mind? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scotty1986 Posted May 23, 2016 Share Posted May 23, 2016 just received my 1/5 savage project today,, wheels,, have been ordered ,, hexs and spacers for the xl axles,, caustic soda to deanodise bits,, rit dye to get rid of the purple rpms,, brought a st of all alloy losi lst shocks and irc mounting kit,, some shock socks,, just need to find time to strip it and do it all,, cant wait to see vids of yours on 6s bud ,, its looking nice Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
evssv Posted May 23, 2016 Share Posted May 23, 2016 love the cf panels..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kpowell911 Posted May 23, 2016 Author Share Posted May 23, 2016 1 hour ago, scotty1986 said: just received my 1/5 savage project today,, wheels,, have been ordered ,, hexs and spacers for the xl axles,, caustic soda to deanodise bits,, rit dye to get rid of the purple rpms,, brought a st of all alloy losi lst shocks and irc mounting kit,, some shock socks,, just need to find time to strip it and do it all,, cant wait to see vids of yours on 6s bud ,, its looking nice Very interested to see yours. As I said in another thread, the one you bought was the one I was after, but we couldn't come to a deal, as I genuinely couldnt tell exactly what I was getting and what was needed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kpowell911 Posted June 3, 2016 Author Share Posted June 3, 2016 Everything is now here for it to Run... The 33kg Servo, and HD Servo Spring turned up today. However, the bellcrank bearings didnt. And I forgot to order Servo horn I part fitted it, no point cause its all gotta come out again.... We are close. And we can see just how far out my electroics are! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
froggy8 Posted June 3, 2016 Share Posted June 3, 2016 hey gunns, i thought you was getting the max5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kpowell911 Posted June 3, 2016 Author Share Posted June 3, 2016 I may well do yet. See how I get on.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kpowell911 Posted June 4, 2016 Author Share Posted June 4, 2016 It lives! I ballraced and added A HD Servo Spring. Im using a plastic Horn for now. I set everything up and took it for a spin. Fact is. Its awesome. The performance is amazing and it is so stable. The rear losese traction, so i dialled in a small amount of AVC and honestly, it drives perfect. Its fast and stable and has such a presence. Im considering selling my other R/C's cause I can only see myself using this one! The servo with the ballraced HD Bellcranks is perfect, effortless turns the huge wheels! However..... We wouldnt be without issues. Theres ALOT of play and flex in the Hubs, amplified by the huge Baja Wheels/Tyres. Ideally, its going to need the HPI Suspension Conversion kit or similar. As expected.... HEAT. I was on road for about 10 minutes. The ESC and Lipos temps were fine but the motor hit 75C. I knew this would be the case, but was hoping the lack of bodyshell would help. Ill drop a few teeth when I instal the HD Gear and new Slipper. REALLY glad I done this now. Just need a way of mounting the Carbon "windows"? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kpowell911 Posted June 6, 2016 Author Share Posted June 6, 2016 As expected, stock slipper died... Waiting for some parts then should be good to go. Not sure how much lower to go on the pinion? 16/44? I've bought a Go Pro Clone too get some videos Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scotty1986 Posted June 6, 2016 Share Posted June 6, 2016 (edited) got 16/44 on mine on losi xxl wheels and tbh it wasnt as fast as i wanted , motor esc and lipos were still cool after 10 mins runtime on grass longer than the grass in the your pic heres mine Edited June 6, 2016 by scotty1986 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kpowell911 Posted June 7, 2016 Author Share Posted June 7, 2016 These aren't gonna be fast due to their weight, I'd be over the moon with 35-40mph on 6s with decent temps tbh. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Hound Posted June 7, 2016 Share Posted June 7, 2016 this reminds me of a build from a few years back. check this out if you havent already. might help with some ideas Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kpowell911 Posted June 7, 2016 Author Share Posted June 7, 2016 Ah, I remember Josh! lll have a read Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kpowell911 Posted June 9, 2016 Author Share Posted June 9, 2016 So, I bought one of these.http://www.hobbyking.co.uk/hobbyking/store/uh_viewitem.asp?idproduct=68620 Ive decided to mount it to my Fifth Scaler. Dont know why but for £25, why not? Im working night shifts but I managed to get a bit done today. I'm waiting on a slipper clutch so cant use the Savage at the moment. But I've started with the Carbon Sheeting that I had for the roof.... I've flipped it over and mounted the mount on the inside. Its double sided on for now, it will need screwing down. The Camera is upside down, but Im sure there is an option either on the camera or post editing to flip the video 180 degrees prior to upload. Ive drilled four holes in the corners to mount with zip ties to the TVP. Not the best solution, but I couldnt find anything for Square TVPs. I will use black Zip ties once I am happy. Should be very well protect there, just hope the angle clears the shock tower and radio tray. I couldnt power the camera up to see a preview as it wasn't charged Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Hound Posted June 9, 2016 Share Posted June 9, 2016 great spot for it. so you are aiming to have the front of the truck in view ? I can never see the point of videos showing the ground going past very quickly- it could just be a speeded up clip of someone holding a forward facing selfie stick (naff central) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kpowell911 Posted June 9, 2016 Author Share Posted June 9, 2016 I agree, but its a fun little project Just driving over some scenery. Ill try and make it removable so I can take some videos. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kpowell911 Posted June 16, 2016 Author Share Posted June 16, 2016 I paid the import charge and the 18-23 HD Gear and RR Slipper came. I opened it up and its already got the 18-23 HD gear.... So I have a BNIP if someone wants it for a tenner! The Clutch was fubared! Had to flip the pinion round, which meant a mission taking the motor out, such a nause to work on!! However... Should be perfect now. Its also up for sale..,.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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