NEW:Axial 1/18 Capra

[King Dork]

Originally Posted by 2471:24

Another question: does anyone know how strong servo the lizard pro can handle without installing an external ubec?

Your previous question about shock oil. Not sure anyone knows what the stock oil is for certain. Lol. It’s likely pretty light. Throw some 20-25wt in and you’ll be okay.
The Lizard Pro isn’t going to handle much without an external bec. 2 amps isn’t crap, and there claim “no need for external bec with big servo” is BS. Like I mentioned, I knew this going in and planned on using a direct power servo anyway. Also, the Lizard Pro will only run a servo at 6.5 volts.
The new Python Pro esc will do 7.4 volts and 5 amps. A lot of servos 350+ oz can pull 5 amps when stalled, and several will pull that with less torque. Best bet is to read the manufacturer’s claims regarding amp draw for specific servos. The Reefs Raw 400 LP is a popular servo for this rig (other brands have similar/same servo under their logo as well), and will definitely need an external bec with a Lizard Pro. Again, pricing out a high voltage low profile servo plus external bec (plus a bunch more wires to deal with) versus a direct power low profile servo and I believe that the direct power servo sells itself. I know everyone has different budgets, expectations, etc so hopefully some of this helps.

[2471:24]

Originally Posted by King Dork

Your previous question about shock oil. Not sure anyone knows what the stock oil is for certain. Lol. It’s likely pretty light. Throw some 20-25wt in and you’ll be okay.
The Lizard Pro isn’t going to handle much without an external bec. 2 amps isn’t crap, and there claim “no need for external bec with big servo” is BS. Like I mentioned, I knew this going in and planned on using a direct power servo anyway. Also, the Lizard Pro will only run a servo at 6.5 volts.
The new Python Pro esc will do 7.4 volts and 5 amps. A lot of servos 350+ oz can pull 5 amps when stalled, and several will pull that with less torque. Best bet is to read the manufacturer’s claims regarding amp draw for specific servos. The Reefs Raw 400 LP is a popular servo for this rig (other brands have similar/same servo under their logo as well), and will definitely need an external bec with a Lizard Pro. Again, pricing out a high voltage low profile servo plus external bec (plus a bunch more wires to deal with) versus a direct power low profile servo and I believe that the direct power servo sells itself. I know everyone has different budgets, expectations, etc so hopefully some of this helps.

Ok, thank you very much! I’ve poured amounts of money to my 24:s, this seems to end the same way. Well, good that my money goes towards something I enjoy.

[King Dork]

Originally Posted by 2471:24

Ok, thank you very much! I’ve poured amounts of money to my 24:s, this seems to end the same way. Well, good that my money goes towards something I enjoy.

As long as you’re enjoying it, the money spent is justified.

[2471:24]

I’m waiting on big updates from injora and asiatees. I took the stock wheels off and started glueing the vent holes. 2 are ready. Interesting too see how it will work out.

[2471:24]

Originally Posted by 2471:24

I’m waiting on big updates from injora and asiatees. I took the stock wheels off and started glueing the vent holes. 2 are ready. Interesting too see how it will work out.

Works much better.

[2471:24]

Mine is starting to work really well with all the upgrades. I’d like to make mine a bit longer. Any ideas for longer links, what would fit?

[King Dork]

Originally Posted by 2471:24

Mine is starting to work really well with all the upgrades. I’d like to make mine a bit longer. Any ideas for longer links, what would fit?

Nice to hear that your rig is working well for you! I recently had neck surgery so I haven’t had much wheel time with any of my trucks. Before lengthening the links I’d strongly recommend trying the pen spring mod on the shocks. Lowering the center of gravity helps tremendously. However, if you go with longer links, you may have to get longer center driveshafts as well.

[2471:24]

Originally Posted by King Dork

Nice to hear that your rig is working well for you! I recently had neck surgery so I haven’t had much wheel time with any of my trucks. Before lengthening the links I’d strongly recommend trying the pen spring mod on the shocks. Lowering the center of gravity helps tremendously. However, if you go with longer links, you may have to get longer center driveshafts as well.

Hope you recover fast and safe! Thanks for replying almost immediately every time.

My stock shocks started leaking really soon(hate that, so needed changing), so I upgraded with injora 70mm double spring shocks. They don’t leak and work really well. Stock utb18 springs in the back and droop setup front, shocks angled almost horizontally.

Yeah I know, new center driveshafts needed also. Hmm, should have thought about this earlier because I already have new metal driveshafts which aren’t installed yet..

[King Dork]

Gratitude bro. Healing up well.
Don’t ditch the driveshafts. I can’t say for certain that you’ll need new ones if you went with longer links, just something to consider, which you’re already aware of. This is definitely an interesting little rig. Performance out of the box is surprisingly good with the main setback being the stock electronics, but man a handful of upgrades and this rig is really an animal. Hoping to get mine back out in a couple of weeks.

[zjguy721]

Anyone see the V2 version? Looks like they upgraded the electronics, kept the price the same, and are selling the V1 versions for $30 off

[King Dork]

Originally Posted by zjguy721

Anyone see the V2 version? Looks like they upgraded the electronics, kept the price the same, and are selling the V1 versions for $30 off

Haven’t seen it. Who’s selling it, or is it on Axial’s website?

[Goos3]

Originally Posted by King Dork

Haven’t seen it. Who’s selling it, or is it on Axial’s website?

Axial's site, literally side by side.

[indybama]

Originally Posted by King Dork

Haven’t seen it. Who’s selling it, or is it on Axial’s website?

Theyre both the same rig, only difference is they upgraded to spertrum electronics. The v1 is $219 iirc n the v2 is the original $249 price tag

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[King Dork]

Originally Posted by indybama

Theyre both the same rig, only difference is they upgraded to spertrum electronics. The v1 is $219 iirc n the v2 is the original $249 price tag

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I just watched a video on the V2 version. Did notice a couple of different things from the V1, but nothing I’d classify as an improvement.

[zjguy721]

Anyone else used the dlux shock package? Any suggestions for oil wt? I picked up a set, just looking for some opinions.

[zjguy721]

So I put the Furitek system in both of them. So much better. Paired with a FlySky radio, low speed control is much improved. And it’s quiet!

The dlux shocks are nice! Still getting used to a lot less droop. But I like it. It’s just me bashing around in the landscaping, so I tried to trim all the unnecessary frame but keep a cab and interior. Having a lot of fun with these little guys.

[King Dork]

Rigs look good man! Been so busy I haven’t had time (or weather) to get any of mine out, but hopefully soon.