New Toy
So I've done nitro / Xmods / Mini-Z / ProPulse / Vintage Buggies / Stadium Trucks / Drifters / Crawlers / Scalers / Other stuff I can't think and what I find is after a certain period of time I get bored and need to move onto something new... now don't get me wrong crawlers are fun but they have limited usage around by me and I only get to use them decently a couple of times a year so for this move I wanted to pick something a little more versatile... I had set my sights on an HPI Apache C1 Flux 1:8 scale off road buggy but after looking at the reviews for them they don't get very well rated plus they are really expensive so instead I decided to go for a 1:10 scale Axial Exo Terra Buggy which is considered to be the direct competitor to the Flux.
I got this as a roller so some work is going to be needed to get it back up and running, so lets start with some pictures: http://i250.photobucket.com/albums/g...n1095925AM.jpg http://i250.photobucket.com/albums/g...n1095950AM.jpg http://i250.photobucket.com/albums/g...n1095959AM.jpg It has two upgrades - the first is the front/rear LED system seen in the picture above, the second is a T-Bone Racing Derlin bumper to help absorb some of the front impact: http://i250.photobucket.com/albums/g...10100030AM.jpg It needs: Servo ESC Motor RX Battery So it will be a while before I get it running :( |
OK got my servo...
http://i250.photobucket.com/albums/g...10100120AM.jpg It was a spare out of my AX10 crawler, it's a Hitec HS-645MG: FEATURES: Three metal gears. Dual ball bearings. Metal 1st Gear. Four adjustable splined horns. For use with .60 size helicopters, glow or electric cars and boats. SPECS: Speed: 0.24 sec/60° at 4.8V 0.20 sec/60° at 6.0V Torque: 106.93 oz-in at 4.8V (7.7 kg-cm) 133.31 oz-in at 6.0V (9.6 kg-cm) Length: 1.59" (40.6mm) Width: 0.77" (19.8mm) Height: 1.48" (37.8mm) Weight: 2.11oz (60g) Not the best but the metal gear is nice plus it will take up to 6V so I'll probably throw in a 6.0V programmed castle BEC for good measure. |
Got the above servo and my RX installed:
http://i250.photobucket.com/albums/g...n1072627PM.jpg Also mocked up the front shocks: http://i250.photobucket.com/albums/g...n1072609PM.jpg They help screw the cage into place so front/rear shocks won't be fully setup until my elecs are installed. |
Got my ESC / Motor picked out... knew I wanted brushless, knew I didn't want to a high KV rating, knew I wanted 4-pole and finally knew I wanted 2-3S compatibility... at least for the moment anyway as I'm new to the lipo / brushless world.
I would have loved something from Castle or a MambaMax or something but just don't have the budget for it right now. I looked some of the cheaper systems, Leopard / Turnigy / Tacon and I had pieced together an ESC and Motor when I can across a used Team Associated XP SC1200-BL ESC / Reedy 550-SL 3500kV Motor. http://www.teamassociated.com/pictur...927/927_md.jpg Detailed Part Description: XP Brushless ESCs are water-resistant for maximum durability. Their light weight and compact design allows for easy installation in most 1:10 vehicles. Simple calibration and a wide variety of tuning options make these ESCs perfect for both casual enthusiasts and racers. When paired with a Reedy 540-SL or 550-SL brushless motor, you create a potent combination of power and efficiency that brings performance to a new level. More power and less maintenance elevate the fun factor by increasing top speeds and reducing down time. ESC Features: • Adjustable LiPo Low-Voltage Cutoff • LiPo Cell Auto Detect • Reversible with Reverse Lockout • Fully Proportional Brakes • Adjustable Drag Brakes • Adjustable Throttle Profile • Hard Case with Aluminum Heat Sink • Water Resistant • Heavy Duty Silicone Wires • DeansŪ Ultra PlugŪ Connector • 3.5mm Motor Connectors • Pre-Wired for Optional Cooling Fan Specs: • Cells: 2-3 LiPo, 6-8 NiMH • On Resistance: .5Ohms x 2 • Brakes: Proportional • Motor Limit: 2 LiPo: 6100kV. 3 LiPo: 4000kV. • Reversible: Yes, with brakes-only option • Low Voltage Cutoff: Adjustable, with cell auto-detect • Dimensions: 46 x 42 x 26mm • Weight with Wires: 100g (3.5oz.) • Power Wires: 12-gauge silicone • Connector Type: Battery: Deans(R). Motor: 3.5mm sockets. The original retail on the kit is obscene... $296.99... they go on eBay for around $160.00 and I got mine for a lot less than that ;) so for the moment I am happy with it. It's also a waterproof setup and the set I got has the optional cooling fan already installed on the ESC. This should be here tomorrow, installed by the weekend. I have my lipo charger picked out... just need to pick a battery, the chassis is setup for hardcases so thats what I'm looking at. Once it's running there are a few niceties I want to pick up - like I said in my previous post I want a better servo -digital - and BEC to power it. Then I also want to get a drift gyro, not that I intend on drifting this sucker but they claim they tighten up the steering on off road vehicles. |
Looks like a blast. Let me know if you need a decent TX/RX setup for it.
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so you're the one who jacked stug's exo from me :p
i was gonna trade my scx10 for this exo haha |
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Got my motor and ESC, one slight issue... the one I went for is a 4 pole with 5mm shaft whereas the stock pinion is for a 2 pole 3mm motor shaft so had to order a new pinion gear and am currently waiting on that to come. I have a niMh battery that should have enough life left in it to turn the motor so I'm close to having a runner... Also picked up a Castle BEC w/ link programmer cable - got what I think is a good deal on it so couldn't say no. No real rush to install it but long term I want a better servo so figured may as well get one :) |
Photos of the motor setup:
http://i250.photobucket.com/albums/g...n1734442PM.jpg http://i250.photobucket.com/albums/g...n1734430PM.jpg So that's a Reedy XP-1200BL ESC with the optional cooling fan upgrade and a Reedy 550-SL 3500KV brushless setup. |
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run that BEC at 6v on everything. you'll LOVE it. |
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Yeah I'm looking forward to getting the BEC installed, I'll probably look for a Savox servo at some point in the future so for that it will definitely be needed. I ordered a couple more T-Bone Racing pieces for the rear of the Exo: http://t-bone-racing.net/images/products/15828.JPG http://t-bone-racing.net/images/products/18176.JPG Just for some extra protection and airflow as I see a lot of people complaining about blowing out the rear end from jumps and the Exo building up internal heat. |
Added a little mesh to the front windshield area:
http://i250.photobucket.com/albums/g...n2115615PM.jpg Not the best job I know but the cage makes it a PITA to fit in place with anything other than cable ties... I may do the sides just depends how adventurous I feel, this is purely just stop anything coming through the front and hitting my electronics... so not pretty but functional :) |
Got another part:
http://i250.photobucket.com/albums/g...n2134726PM.jpg Not a whole lot of use to me at the moment as my pinion that I ordered from a seller 250miles away from house seems to have vanished into thin air... Once I get the pinion I'll do some final checks on a nimh battery pack then I'll wire this in and order the lipos. |
I think the mesh looks good. If it was perfectly mounted I don't think it would look very realistic.
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So she is getting close to running... The pinion gear is here and installed although I will be replacing most of the spur and pinion setup in the not to distant future as the stock stuff sucks. Also kinda ordered another part ;( I shouldn't have because now something has to go on the chopping block to pay for it but oh well... It was such a good deal I couldn't pass it up: http://i250.photobucket.com/albums/g...Buggy/null.jpg I got the 4 brand new in packaging shocks for less than on eBay and less than from the source so can't complain. Next week I have to focus on a battery and charger, on and the installation of my two t-bone racing parts. If I get a chance ill wire the bec in to the picture as well. |
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i like the mesh as well imperfection is perfection |
Got my T-Bone Racing parts in the mail yesterday / installed today:
http://i250.photobucket.com/albums/g...n2473457PM.jpg Rear body protection: http://i250.photobucket.com/albums/g...n2474058PM.jpg http://i250.photobucket.com/albums/g...474106PM-1.jpg http://i250.photobucket.com/albums/g...n2474553PM.jpg http://i250.photobucket.com/albums/g...n2474558PM.jpg http://i250.photobucket.com/albums/g...474605PM-1.jpg Rear Chassis Protection: http://i250.photobucket.com/albums/g...590629AM-1.jpg http://i250.photobucket.com/albums/g...590704AM-1.jpg Happy with how they turned out, got the ones that match the already installed front bumper for consistent look. |
So after a soldering iron (my solder iron is broken / gets to hot, the tip broke off into a stump and I don't have a spare) mishap I am passing of the wiring of the ESC / BEC / Bullet Connectors off to someone far more talented than me. It will take a few days longer but oh well may as well have it done right rather than have me damage a 150$ ESC.
Got my GMade shocks though... http://i250.photobucket.com/albums/g...n2890318AM.jpg http://i250.photobucket.com/albums/g...n2890324AM.jpg Which based on the instructions: http://i250.photobucket.com/albums/g...n2890546AM.jpg Could take me a couple of weeks to put together ;( Anyone know which setup is best for a short course buggy? I'm assuming its the high pressure configuration but figured I would ask.... |
OK front shocks built and installed:
http://i250.photobucket.com/albums/g...n2830044PM.jpg http://i250.photobucket.com/albums/g...n2831530PM.jpg Comparison shot: http://i250.photobucket.com/albums/g...n2834010PM.jpg My 103MM GMade Aeration shocks are obviously longer but they are so much prettier ;) Then both fronts installed: http://i250.photobucket.com/albums/g...n2842431PM.jpg I used the oil that came with the shocks, no idea of the weight but in my supplies I only had 25w and I didn't think that would work so some testing will be required. |
Tricky balance between damping holes and shock oil weight. At least I assume your dealing with damping holes on the top of the shock shaft. Basically talking about whatever orifice those shocks use to pass the oil through. I usually lost patience tuning shocks about half way through building them so they would end up with whatever. :)
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