Kukynas Posted August 29, 2019 Share Posted August 29, 2019 those 2mm helped a lot, even if it looks small difference it fixed the problem, but as expected top part of the hub carrier needs to be brushed off as mentioned in above post, easy job... below before and after Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kukynas Posted September 2, 2019 Share Posted September 2, 2019 hub carrier's done, coz I lost another 2 grub screws and e-clips I bought previously are too small need to do some shopping so on hold for another few days 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kukynas Posted September 12, 2019 Share Posted September 12, 2019 missing parts are ready, now just put it all together, decided at the end to strengthen the shock towers with additional alu plates so that's prepared for next week, after that car should be ready for final assembly and testing 🤞 oh forgot, center diff needs to be reworked but that's standard job... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kukynas Posted September 15, 2019 Share Posted September 15, 2019 some progress and annoyance, been able to complete steering knuckles and rear hubs with extra washers (those 2mm) so front/rear axle finished but I've been unable to unscrew the servo horn (stupid US hexes) during my upgrade of the servo so new servo horn ordered but another week wasted 🙄 tomorrow CNCing of the shock tower plates (2mm 7075 T6) and rework of the center diff so hopefully next week Monday everything's ready for final assembly 🤞 …. I might even enjoy it this year 😂 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kukynas Posted September 16, 2019 Share Posted September 16, 2019 LSD rebuilt, not much to take care of other than thicker oil (100K) and outer washers, I like this gearbox, smooth as butter 👍 decided to change all screws to EU Hex type, plenty of spare from ST PRO screw kit, had enough with US crap... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kukynas Posted September 20, 2019 Share Posted September 20, 2019 so, servo horn's here but guess what, servo is too big , fortunately local JX servo dealer has some Kingmax in the same size as original Spectrum so by Wednesday I should have it, next time better check than you know.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kukynas Posted September 20, 2019 Share Posted September 20, 2019 5mm difference as said Kingmax (DCS16942CHV) , K-power (MM3000) and maybe couple of others do 5mm narrower servos Spectrum : 60x30x55mm Standard 1/5 : 65x30x55-60mm Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kukynas Posted September 23, 2019 Share Posted September 23, 2019 shock tower braces ready Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kukynas Posted September 25, 2019 Share Posted September 25, 2019 proper electronics delivered as well 👍 we are getting to the final stage 😄 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kukynas Posted October 5, 2019 Share Posted October 5, 2019 we are finishing my friends, just few bits and pieces and she is ready to bash new servo, new ESC, new gyro receiver, shock tower stiffeners, chassis skid plates, mud guards, both bumpers... remaining to do: cut the unbreakable shell, tower to tower brace, battery holders 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jumper Posted October 5, 2019 Share Posted October 5, 2019 £9001 later 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kukynas Posted October 5, 2019 Share Posted October 5, 2019 Plastics were cheap out of rcmart, I bought them months ago 😀 but ESC with wifi card not as much 🥴 , coz I need to program it this was the only option, original Dynamite ESC can’t be programed, gyro comes with GT5, original radio is absolute *****, servo was cheap as well, I will post total cost at the end of the build 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Honeybadger Posted October 7, 2019 Share Posted October 7, 2019 Looks good! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kukynas Posted October 12, 2019 Share Posted October 12, 2019 job done, it took several months but it was worth it 😉 battery holders adjusted so now even bigger batteries fit tower to tower brace done shock covered as well tomorrow shell and wheels and if weather allow hopefully bit of bashing 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kukynas Posted October 13, 2019 Share Posted October 13, 2019 forgot about dust protector between motor and gearbox, so added it this morning, it fits perfectly just cut small hole in the middle and here she is, fully forgot about how big she is and definitely one of the best looking MT on the market (at least for me) 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Honeybadger Posted October 13, 2019 Share Posted October 13, 2019 Fantastic build. It should be solid now. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kukynas Posted November 5, 2019 Share Posted November 5, 2019 so lets sum it all up recommended upgrades: CNCing of the hubs - depends, you might get it for free from friends or work, I paid around 40£, extra 2mm M8 washers are required afterwards Exotek Racing Aluminum Front C Hubs - 30£ + shipping tower stiffeners - 2mm alu 7075 plate around 30£ + 20£ for CNC job tower to tower brace - less than 10£ for alu tube, screws and 18mm long stands thicker oil in all diffs, shimming not required - doesn't wheelie as much and doesn't diff out as much optional upgrades: alu/nylon longer battery holders - CNC job 30£ TBR parts - around 100£ Exotek Racing Aluminum Rear Hubs - 30£ + shipping Faster servo - K-power MM3000 would fit or any other 1/6 scale, around 30£ with recommended upgrades around ~700£, if no CNCing cost than around 650£ with optional upgrades around ~900£ is it worth it? for me yes, I paid more for Hobao and this is in different league, handles better, jumps better, looks better (to me) with local support of the spare parts As many Ytubers and owners said, this is one easy to handle MT and real fun to drive, they were all correct 👍 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Justdriftin Posted November 6, 2019 Share Posted November 6, 2019 Wow, I beat on my XXL pretty hard without problems. That thing isn't bulletproof. It's bomb proof 😂 I guess there's a bit more plastic to flex on the 3xl. The t-bone bumpers look great. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kukynas Posted November 7, 2019 Share Posted November 7, 2019 Cheers mate, yep bit more plastic but so far everything holds pretty good, she didn’t get too much beating yet but I’m pretty sure next year she’ll get a chance 😂 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skinso Posted January 13, 2021 Author Share Posted January 13, 2021 Just a quick recap in this truck, 1 of the best handling and durable RC's out there. Only problem I've had and has been mentioned by the other guy on this post is the dog bones breaking the cups on landings. I bought alloy upgrades when I bought the truck but never needed then, front & rear hubs. I fitted these just because I was bored and that somehow has fixed the problem Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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