Gavster29 Posted November 18, 2017 Share Posted November 18, 2017 So I've noticed that more and more people are adding the lighting kits to the TRX-4 I decided to go with something a little different, I have custom built my lighting rig, it's not quite finished but it's getting there! It features:-Switchable lightingSide lights > dipped beam > main beam (including light bar) Switchable fog light Independent indicators (not switched by turning) Automatic brake light triggered by braking Automatic reverse light triggered by reversing Rock lights which can be faded up and down The prototype board is working great so I've now started wiring up the TRX-4 with the light bins..... Sent from my TA-1033 using Tapatalk 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mydoddy69 Posted November 19, 2017 Share Posted November 19, 2017 Why does that make me feel like eating Italian ? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gavster29 Posted November 19, 2017 Author Share Posted November 19, 2017 Why does that make me feel like eating Italian ? [emoji14][emoji14][emoji23] Sent from my TA-1033 using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gaz! Posted November 19, 2017 Share Posted November 19, 2017 Can’t wait to see it all done and working now mate. i think I’m going to make my own too, nothing as fancy as yours but just running lights.... need to fund some light buckets now Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gavster29 Posted November 19, 2017 Author Share Posted November 19, 2017 4 hours ago, big gaz said: Can’t wait to see it all done and working now mate. i think I’m going to make my own too, nothing as fancy as yours but just running lights.... need to fund some light buckets now Thanks Gaz! I can't wait either. I am waiting on 2 3D printed cases, one for the controller and the other as a receiver box, it will be easily separated using 2x servo extension cables, it will hopefully look like a tidy job once the last couple of bits arrive! I have picked up a small tube of silicone to cover all wires and fill the rock light buckets Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gavster29 Posted November 21, 2017 Author Share Posted November 21, 2017 The postie delivered me some M2.5x10mm screws so I could finish the rock lights!The bins were on eBay and they differ slightly from most I've seen as these are for 2x 3mm rather than 1x 5mm, I think it will give a better spread.You may have noticed my lights have all been soldered in Parallel this is because the driver I'm using will support strings of LEDs rather than putting them all in series, all this means is positive to positive, negative to negative.Finally I have used silicone to fill up the holes and make it all a bit more waterproof, I used Aquarium silicone because it comes in a small tube.Sent from my TA-1033 using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gaz! Posted November 22, 2017 Share Posted November 22, 2017 Very nice work mate, look forward to seeing the lights on when your done Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gavster29 Posted November 22, 2017 Author Share Posted November 22, 2017 Very nice work mate, look forward to seeing the lights on when your done I need to work out how to upload a video to show it off to it's best!Once my boxes turn up it will be a breeze I'm just waiting on my mate to actually do them!I think it's time to invest in a printer.Sent from my TA-1033 using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gavster29 Posted November 22, 2017 Author Share Posted November 22, 2017 Ok so not much progress just the refitting of the arches, I did need to cut the front arch slightly to fit around the front buckets, I've not siliconed around the buckets so will see how they hold up, it's easy to replace them anyway so it shouldn't be too much of a hassle if they get wet and fail.Sent from my TA-1033 using Tapatalk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
55ovalcharlie Posted November 25, 2017 Share Posted November 25, 2017 On 21/11/2017 at 20:46, Gavster29 said: The postie delivered me some M2.5x10mm screws so I could finish the rock lights! The bins were on eBay and they differ slightly from most I've seen as these are for 2x 3mm rather than 1x 5mm, I think it will give a better spread. Nice work! have you got a link to those twin 3mm led mounts you bought? Looking for something similar myself and don’t seem to be able to find a twin led mount. thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gavster29 Posted November 25, 2017 Author Share Posted November 25, 2017 Nice work! have you got a link to those twin 3mm led mounts you bought? Looking for something similar myself and don’t seem to be able to find a twin led mount. thanks [emoji4]Thanks is mate, I should have my boxes tomorrow for the final touches!Here are the twin led holders, really great price as well!https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.co.uk%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F332395406284Sent from my TA-1033 using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Gavster29 Posted November 26, 2017 Author Share Posted November 26, 2017 So a busy afternoon....I got my box, added a hole in the top, added a grommet, fed the masses of wires through and started soldering up the 2 control boards.I'm using 2x servo extension leads, one is a JR style the other is a Futaba style so I know which goes where.For anyone interested in the hardware the LED board is a PCA6985 it is dubbed a Servo/LED board 16 available channels and they are addressable so you can link about 8 boards if you really wanted too. The conversion from receiver to LED board is controlled by an Arduino Mini Pro 5v version.Parts wise cost was cheap the Arduino was about £2 the LED driver £4 all from UK sources, LEDs were no more than £5, light buckets around £20 all in.Any questions just ask, I'm not finished yet I still need to do the bottom box and tidy up the chassis wires.Sent from my TA-1033 using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gavster29 Posted November 29, 2017 Author Share Posted November 29, 2017 Final pieces, well almost! I need to get the second box reprinted as the sidewalls are not together properly.Sent from my TA-1033 using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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atom3624 Posted November 30, 2017 Share Posted November 30, 2017 I guess that won't be hitting a skateboard park ramp at full speed anytime soon then? !! Fantastic job - took a while coming but excellent finish. Al. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gavster29 Posted November 30, 2017 Author Share Posted November 30, 2017 I guess that won't be hitting a skateboard park ramp at full speed anytime soon then? !! Fantastic job - took a while coming but excellent finish. Al.The TRX will not be hitting any ramps, I'll leave that for the Hyper 7 [emoji16]Thank you for the kind comments, I need a light bar but I'm contemplating making one instead of buying one.I need to modify the code slightly as it's a little sensitive for changing the light mode, I keep turning them on and off while steering! (This might have a little to do with playing quads and wanting to move the sticks in lots of directions all at once!)Sent from my TA-1033 using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gaz! Posted November 30, 2017 Share Posted November 30, 2017 Now that really sets it off, really is excellent work fella only thing i see is the fog lamp and reverse lamp are wrong way round for uk roads... how do those light buckets fit? Is it a quality bit of kit for adding lights? Reason being if they just bolt itto the original holes, saves me having to mod to work... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gavster29 Posted November 30, 2017 Author Share Posted November 30, 2017 Now that really sets it off, really is excellent work fella only thing i see is the fog lamp and reverse lamp are wrong way round for uk roads... how do those light buckets fit? Is it a quality bit of kit for adding lights? Reason being if they just bolt itto the original holes, saves me having to mod to work... Hey Gaz,Ooooops on the reverse and fog, I will swap them over later, I just went by the original colour provided by Traxxas, I didn't give it a second thought!The light buckets are a good quality fit, the rears go in without any issues at all but the front ones stick out so the mud flaps hit them in the corners, I have just cut the rubber slightly so it folds up by the light so it should still offer protection.The only other thing was the 3mm holes just needed cleaning up a bit so I put a 3mm drill down them, but it literally was a smidgen.Sent from my TA-1033 using Tapatalk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gaz! Posted November 30, 2017 Share Posted November 30, 2017 Thank you very much, I shall place a order for some Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigdar44 Posted December 2, 2017 Share Posted December 2, 2017 (edited) Great job fella!looks proper ace that Edited December 2, 2017 by bigdar44 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gavster29 Posted December 2, 2017 Author Share Posted December 2, 2017 Great job fella!looks proper ace that Thanks buddy, I am really happy with the results!Sent from my TA-1033 using Tapatalk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davy Crockett Posted December 2, 2017 Share Posted December 2, 2017 Really good work there pal, nice tidy build! Thanks for sharing Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gavster29 Posted December 2, 2017 Author Share Posted December 2, 2017 Really good work there pal, nice tidy build! Thanks for sharing No problem, I love the build side of the hobby!If anyone wants more details or the program or anything then let me knowSent from my TA-1033 using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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