Seminole81
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Ah, didn't see the video, yeah looks about right. If you haven't got power to one of the drivetrains, it's either diff. or on the dogbone, one of the pins is missing. We lost FWD on a MT because the pin fell out 😄
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On 16/04/2022 at 15:18, Dazg23 said:
Just picking this thread up now I found it very helpful as a noob coming into RC with the Maverick. On the above do you find your centre drive shaft loose I.e. it slides up and down the chassis?
also when I turn my wheels it doesn’t always turn the shaft, do I have a problem?
finalys come here to do the chassis brace mod you mention and your thread has stopped 😞
Haha, to be honest, we're noobs as well when it comes to RC. I didn't expect this truck to be rock solid like it seems a lot are at the price range, and the way they are driven. We've not had too many issues aside from when I have bad landings then things break, but that's my fault, not the truck or build quality I'd say. I'll check on the centre drive shafts later for you as I can't remember as I haven't had them out in a while and they need fixing up from the last session we went out on, just haven't had the time. You may have a problem, it just depends which wheels aren't turning. I found one of the pins on the centre shaft came out and we lost FWD on one of the trucks one before, or it could be the diffs slipping.
As for the centre brace, yes I've done that, and not updated the thread. Been less active as I've been mega busy the last 10 months with work and other things. For the brace, just buy some tubing, cut it to the exact size, stuck wall plugs in the ends and then use some bolts to stick it to the chassis. It's fairly simple to be honest, and I have to say it's made a massive difference. I'll see if I can get some photos soon.
Other updates, snapped a body post on the MT, body tower on the XT, the rear wing mount on the XT, and cracked the shell slightly too. Both need a good clean as I haven't had them out in a month or two now.
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On 16/04/2022 at 14:29, Dazg23 said:
Hi, what D was here did you use? I have M5 15mm but they are bigger than the wheel bearing and I read somewhere it shouldn’t be, so seems if I have the wrong size?
thanks in advance
I have no idea, I just took a few M5s from my work. The idea is just to fill the gap a bit better as someone else said.
Not sure on the grub screw bit as I don't see where you've asked the question. Seems to be a few posts flying about on it though?
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Hi All,
Just debating on selling my Ender 3v2 3D printer setup. I bought it about 10 month ago and used it quite a bit originally, but the last 6 month or so I have hardly touched it due to lack of time. I pulled it apart to fit some upgrades to it. It works fine, but I need to get everything into a external case (which I have printed already) and it's just taking up a load of space. Probably not best for someone brand new into printing, unless willing to take time to learn it all. Will come completely disassembled, but can revert back to OEM for additional cost.
Honestly, I'm in 2 minds with it still, but looking at sensible offers (looking for £500ish + buyer pays PayPal fees/shipping)/trades (looking for a PC/gaming PC parts, or maybe even a basher truck Arrma or something) more than likely. Literally spend a few hundred on upgrades plus the original printer as well as a load of time invested into writing the Octopus program.
Spec as follows:
- Ender 3v2 3D Printer and all OEM parts
- Spare Glass Bed
- Spare E motor
- Upgraded/lengthened wires for external electronics case
- Raspberry Pi 3b for Octoprint
- a few Noctua fans
- Upgraded fans
- BTT TFT35 Display
- Various LED strips including some addressable ones
- Various screws/nuts
- 3D Pen by Geeetech
- Upgraded Metal Extruder x 2 (one on the machine and an additional)
- Capricorn tubing (still sealed not installed)
- New long length thermistors (need new hot end to fit)
- New long length hot bed wires
- 3 in 1 hot end (requires more extruders to be able to use, basically can run 3 filaments, but you need to change the Marlin code)
- BTT E3Mini Board
- BTT Octopus board
- Webcam
- Various connectors/tubing/heat shrink tubing
- Additional ribbon wire
- Additional Dupont connectors
- Cheap wire crimpers
- Kapton tape
- Various electrical switches
- Few spools of filament (black, blue, white, think I have a glow in the dark that needs some larger steel nozzles in order to print it)
- Printed new external case for octopus board/pi to sit in with TFT mounted on top, unsure of entire fitment as it was the first one
Worked it out and everything parts wise is over £450 plus the cost of the printer. Literally a massive box of stuff for Ender 3v2 and 3D printing.
Can get more photos, but my storage is pretty full up on here, so DM me if you want more. Thanks for looking!
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On 03/04/2022 at 15:57, BaldyMan said:
I managed to snap the rear wing mount and, as sure as night follows day, this is a part that isn't in stock anywhere. Luckily I've been able to order a HD one from Portugal of all places.
Other problem is that the rear axles have bent and the wheels wobble everywhere, I've managed to bend them back into shape but am resigned to buying the HD universal shaft and axle for both the rear wheels. I've also ordered some larger M5 washers as the shims behind the 14mm hex are supposedly the reason the axles bend so easily.
There isn't much support for 14mm hex wheel sets so I think I'm going to drop it down to 12mm and get some different wheel and tyre sets to try.
I've also noticed that all of my drive shaft cups are starting to get warped so they'll be another upgrade down the line.
It isn't a terrible truck but there are a few points of failure and there are just not many upgrades available. I'd have bought aluminium suspension arms if they were available but it seems nobody produces any.
Yeah, I snapped the rear wing mount and just never bothered to replace mine yet. I have one, just laziness at this point. Mind I also snapped a tower as well, so probably will replace them both when I get some spare time.
Yeah, the washer hack is a must, even before running the first time. Your truck should have came with HD axel and shaft upgrades as I believe they started sending those out as normal.
I think this gets a really bad rep., but for the price point it works for me. I dind't expect it to stand up to heavy hard bashing at a skate park, but mine seems to break just doing little jumps. Little lads MT version however seems spot on and hardly broken anything *knock on wood*
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The Flux is only £170 new? Unless you're looking for one with loads of parts. Few people had them for sale on here not so long ago. Try checking the Owner's thread as well to see if anyone wants to sell theirs.
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Whilst on the subject, am looking to buy some LED lights for our trucks? What's the best way to do it? eBay kit? Thinking the ones where you just slap a 9V to them 2 red and 2 white LED lights, maybe a set of 4/bar along the top for the M/T?
4x RC Helicopter Car Plane LED Lights + PP3 Connector Battery Kit All Colours | eBay?
Help appreciated 🙂
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On 05/12/2021 at 20:12, froggy8 said:
offers?
Amazon Prime a case of lager 😄
Why you selling? I thought you just got this not so long ago lol had it been earlier I probably would have taken it off you as I just built a PC for my son with a B550 lol
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On 26/11/2021 at 19:40, Kyo said:
Hi,
Does anyone know the size of the centre shaft drive cup grub screw for the Flux XT?
Managed to strip one and had to butcher it to get it out, the cup is OK but not sure what size grub to buy (the parts diagram doesn't help!)
Thanks
I think it's a 3 or a 4.
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On 11/11/2021 at 23:32, paul125 said:
Ok thanks for the advice. Is a tyre upgrade normally worth it? More grip would be good.
Any recommendations?
In my opinion, if you want more grip, then yes. But it depends on where you're running it for which type you'd need.
XT handles like rubbish compared to the MT on the field, and that's down to the tyre treads.
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*tumbleweeds*
I see Maverick are bringing out a few new trucks. I actually really like the look of the 4S one, but I think it will disintegrate on the first big crash...
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On 11/08/2021 at 19:52, filiplondon said:
Saw this on FB again haha, love it. Looks class mate.
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28 minutes ago, filiplondon said:
Haha, I just saw your post on Facebook. 3s now 😄 Great photo. What camera you using? 🙂
Yes, the BMX track. No, but it's much better than my big empty fields 😄 my son is getting bored I think. Need to find some place to bash properly with some jumps now I think.
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Gone off RC's lately and been spending money on 3D printer things...
Just some filaments, a new board for the printer, and some LEDs for the cars/3D printer. Nothing too major to report.
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On 28/07/2021 at 07:55, Jack Reacher said:
Seeing as no one is interested in buying my as new maverick I decided to keep it hope to give it a run in the woods on Friday along with a few crawlers
Aww that's a shame! It's a great fun little car though. Not have a niece or nephew that would like it? 😄
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On 24/07/2021 at 12:05, filiplondon said:
Hello from London! It's been around 2 months since purchased MT Flux. Love it so far! Managed to drain about 50 battery packs and no major problems, replaced front lower arms to Metsafil, oil in shocks to 500 ( front) and 1000 ( rear). Quantum+ springs (9 coils), M5 washers. Lovely little car! Have a great weekend!
Awesome shots! Looks a mint place to bash about as well!
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22 hours ago, Jack Reacher said:
All this Hobao talk is kinda wasted on me, as just not buying anything other than a crawler of some kind, and thats not saying the Hobao is anything but great just not for me no more, need to shift the Maverick 80HD, more than likely the jumpshot and Vantage, then see what i will get kinda liking the Gmade buffalo kit, i should also sell the blackfoot and maybe the carisma f-150 but more than likely keeping them TBH i dont think i can part with the Blackfoot, even if i rarely run it
Not liking the Quantum Flux then? lol
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15 hours ago, walkbythesea said:
I’d get some of this too as lead-free solder is lousy
Weller Rl60/40-100 General Purpose Solder Resin Core
Aye, cheers.
15 hours ago, James.S said:Looks like a great deal, just ordered one myself! 😄
Aye, not bad is it. Decent little kit by all accounts when I've opened it up. Nice case too which was the attractive bit for me (like to try and keep things somewhat tidy!)
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Charged the batteries with the intention of going out for a bash...then it rained.
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...I haven't gotten much 😞 just some new filaments for the 3D printer, that's it really.
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On 26/06/2021 at 18:34, turok007 said:
body & legs are done just waiting for the glue to set.
....wha...I mean...poor guy 😄
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On 25/06/2021 at 22:00, Fly In My Soup said:
Judge for yourself...
Some scale window rattling going on today...🤣
Amazing...his poor ear drums though 😄
Seminole81 (and son)'s Maverick Quantum MT and XT Build Thread
in General - Electric
Posted
Hi bud!
Yeah, ours seems to be alright for what we do with them to be honest. I have heard the 3S is a bit too much for them, but we only run 2S as it's plenty fast for us.
I know they do HD drive cups as well as Metsafil do them I think now too. I had one of mine go, but I had a spare so just replaced it and no issues since thankfully. The little lads MT seems to be stronger than the XT, but they're both alright overall for us. Haven't had too much bother with them, and I enjoy fiddling around with them when I have the time. I did see the HD wing mount, but full transparency, I've just not ran with a wing on for ages haha. I have the Metsafil HD suspension arms, but haven't used them yet still, just waiting for the current ones to snap and then will switch them over. My rear turnbuckle went on one side, so I bought some random beefy ones off eBay, you can see them in the photos above. I have heard that I believe Traxxas ones fit and are much stronger, and I believe there are some HD versions and Metsafil versions flying about now too.