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Old 08-03-2017, 08:43 PM   #61
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All that bling.. it makes my wallet scared!
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Old 08-04-2017, 04:33 AM   #62
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Don't you think the car will be too heavy with all those (very good looking) aluminium parts? A heavier vehicle means more force when you crash and hence a larger risk of things breaking. Which is why you have aluminium in the first place I guess, to avoid breakages...

My point is that there has to be an optimum aluminium - plastic ratio, that keeps weight low while still beefing up critical components. Will you aim for that sweet spot, wherever it is, or just go metal all the way?
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Old 08-04-2017, 08:35 AM   #63
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Don't you think the car will be too heavy with all those (very good looking) aluminium parts? A heavier vehicle means more force when you crash and hence a larger risk of things breaking. Which is why you have aluminium in the first place I guess, to avoid breakages...

My point is that there has to be an optimum aluminium - plastic ratio, that keeps weight low while still beefing up critical components. Will you aim for that sweet spot, wherever it is, or just go metal all the way?
I agree with you 100%, my goal is to do a build from scratch (as previously mentioned I'm not able to fabricate parts) and yes it's expensive and will be heavy. It will NOT be a shelf Queen, my driving style with the Yetis is rock/desert racing with a little bit of crawling, I'm not into crazy jumping (I save that for the Nero). I'm hoping the Holmes Hobby motor/ esc combo and gearing can handle it. I'll monitor motor heat closely. Crashes are inevitable but I'll try my best to keep the shiny side up. It will be interesting to see if the Vanquish parts can handle it.
As a reference, I did a lot of upgrades on my rtr and it's holding up very well.
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Old 08-08-2017, 07:18 PM   #64
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Hmmm....
As much as I wanted to go with Vanquish I've decided to give the HR cnc aluminum/carbon fiber graphite a try.
If anyone out there has these let me know what you think.
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Old 08-09-2017, 01:03 PM   #65
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Got this for $5 on eBay
Nice to save some $$
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Old 08-13-2017, 04:05 PM   #66
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Anyone have these? If so,what do you think?
https://www.luxuryrc.com/products/lu...body-panel-kit
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Old 08-13-2017, 06:35 PM   #67
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Got this for $5 on eBay
Nice to save some $$
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Coulda had more bling.



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Old 08-13-2017, 06:46 PM   #68
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Lol! Saw that and decided against it. Gotta have a little flex somewhere
I'm searching for carbon fiber panels, options seem limited.
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Old 08-14-2017, 12:59 AM   #69
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Making a little progress, got my Axial motor mount today that I paid $60
for from Tower Hobbies, doing some research I find that it's now $29.99. So I immediately sent it back and re purchased it for 1/2 the price.
Looking forward to install next week.
I need some help from you SSD 2 speed conversion owners.... I only got one servo mount in my delivery and it's obviously plastic ( they advertise Aluminum), I emailed SSD today hoping this will be taken care of. Can anyone give me advice regarding mounting the servo for the SSD conversion?
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Where did you get that bumper from? I've looked for something with springs but all I can find are Yeti XL bumpers

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Old 08-14-2017, 05:54 AM   #70
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Where did you get that bumper from? I've looked for something with springs but all I can find are Yeti XL bumpers

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U can get it from GPM or Integy and i think some other aftermarket

https://www.gpmparts.com/axial-racin...-90069515.html

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Old 08-14-2017, 03:17 PM   #71
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My RTR's body is completely thrashed so I am replacing it...... threw it's cage on my project just to get a idea what finished product might look like.
http://www.rccrawler.com/forum/attac...1&d=1502745327
One of its big brothers getting in the picture.
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Old 08-14-2017, 09:18 PM   #72
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So what the heck....it's gonna be a month or two before I can get my motor/ esc combo
So it's time to bust out the paint, do some helmets, detailing,etc.....
Probably will rob my motor/esc budget to get doodads, thingamajigs, and whatnots.
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Old 08-15-2017, 08:03 AM   #73
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It's coming together nicely. Have you weighed it yet?
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Old 08-15-2017, 09:16 AM   #74
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I now what mine weights
so i assume this will be a little heavier than mine (more shiny alloy part ) so i guess round 6 kg 11-12 lbs depending on battery size
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Old 08-15-2017, 10:11 AM   #75
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It's sitting at about 5 & 1/2 lbs. right now. Motor/esc will add about 12 & 1/2 oz. , I most likely will go with plastic wheels.
I haven't decided yet between aluminum or CG panels. I've seen really nice CG panels in the past but can't seem to track them down.
If anyone can point me in the right direction regarding panels I would appreciate it.
Wheels,tires,roll cage,panels, and remaining parts will definitely bring it up to the double digit weight.
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Old 08-15-2017, 10:36 AM   #76
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As u can See I'm using alloy pannels. They are from amf racing. Got them from rpphobby. My Roof ist from t-bone racing (Delrin).Still waiting on the Carter Fab pannels Hood and Roof.

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Old 08-15-2017, 01:52 PM   #77
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Armoured new Carbon Hood for Axial Yeti 1:10 NEW!!!

Anyone know anything about these?
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Old 08-18-2017, 03:47 PM   #78
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Tidied up a bit.
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Old 08-18-2017, 04:22 PM   #79
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Old 08-18-2017, 05:06 PM   #80
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Having a little fun temporarily throwing stuff together.
Currie antirock sway bar, Axial sway bar clamp and 4 link mount plus some green cone washers are on the way. Once again motor/esc gonna have to wait a bit longer
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