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Nicklepimp · 07-20-2008, 01:38 PM

Yep, I picked up a pair of Berg axles a little while back. This will be my '08 Nats rig.

Specs
Berg Axles
Custom Eritex Chassis
Eritex Beadlock Rims
Integy 55t lathes
CC Mamba Max
MaxAmps 3s 1100mah Lipo
JR 8611a Servo
Electro Dig

Start off with the chassis. We talked to Gerame (Eritex) about doing a chassis. He said to send him a pic of what we wanted. So I used Photoshop to plot out where I wanted the links/shock mounts based off my previous rigs. Sent him the pic and measurements and he came back with this sexy thang:

When I got it in the mail, I couldn't wait to mock it up. I haven't even cut the skid or braces yet.

Next I clocked the axles. My first attempt didn't go so well.

Farakai came up with an easy template out of lexan. In one direction, the notch lines up prefectly to the factory holes, then you just rotate it and mark for drilling. Flip it, and do the other side. It worked perfectly.

End result: Clearance.

It looks like I should end up with over 3.25" of clearance at the chassis.

Nicklepimp · 07-20-2008, 01:58 PM

In order to make the links, I need to solidify the width. So I cut a skid plate out of a cutting board. The outter width is now set to 2" wide. I like the angle the shocks sit at now.

Then made some braces to match. These will also be used as the base for my body mounts.

While I was in the cutting mood, I decided to make a servo mount. Fortunately you can buy these brackets seperately.

I placed the mounts at the farthest ends for the most clearance. Then I just cut a piece of delrin to match the mounts.

Nicklepimp · 07-20-2008, 02:09 PM

Next are the links. I made my own out of threaded rod, aluminum sleeves, and Traxxas rod ends. It's been my prefered method since day 1. Gerame did a great job with this chassis. The mounting points are exactly where I wanted them. Thanks again Gerame!

After mounting the servo and making steering links, I encountered the problem people are having with this. This will not work. I have a couple ideas in mind. But that will have to wait for right now.

akxj · 07-20-2008, 02:14 PM

man that thing look pimptastic!!!

Nicklepimp · 07-20-2008, 02:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Georgerm

very nice

Quote:

Originally Posted by akxj

man that thing look pimptastic!!!

Thanks guys!

THAT1GUY · 07-20-2008, 03:24 PM

Hows it look from the bottom ? lol Just Kidding. Looks like nice rig, can't wait to see it run

Stormin2u · 07-20-2008, 03:37 PM

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Originally Posted by THAT1GUY

Hows it look from the bottom ? lol Just Kidding. Looks like nice rig, can't wait to see it run

Sometimes a guy just can't get no respect, it does look good Kevin

how many Monsters did it take you to get you that far?

Nicklepimp · 07-20-2008, 04:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by THAT1GUY

Hows it look from the bottom ? lol Just Kidding. Looks like nice rig, can't wait to see it run

Don't worry... I'm sure you'll get to see the bottom real soon.

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Originally Posted by Stormin2u

Sometimes a guy just can't get no respect, it does look good Kevin

how many Monsters did it take you to get you that far?

I lost count after the first case.

Stormin2u · 07-20-2008, 06:31 PM

That's what I thought, thank goodness for energy drinks.

The chassis looks really good this should be be fun to see at the next comp.

wrightcs77 · 07-20-2008, 08:40 PM

Looks good Kevin.

dieselfuel · 07-20-2008, 09:19 PM

i like the servo mount, nice and clean.

Nicklepimp · 07-20-2008, 09:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Stormin2u

That's what I thought, thank goodness for energy drinks.

The chassis looks really good this should be be fun to see at the next comp.

I hope you're well enough to make the next one.

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Originally Posted by wrightcs77

Looks good Kevin.

Thanks Casey. Can't wait to run it against yours.

Nicklepimp · 07-20-2008, 09:51 PM

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Originally Posted by dieselfuel

i like the servo mount, nice and clean.

Thanks Diesel.

I changed them tonight actually. I didn't like how high the servo sat. I chopped the mounts and flipped the servo horn. This will work for now.

The servo is about a quarter inch lower now. And there's no bind in the steering.

I'll probably end up changing it at some point, but I'm going to run it like this at next week's comp.

tjb · 07-21-2008, 10:21 AM

Lookin sweet Pimples!

Should be a interesting weekend, can't wait to check it out Sunday

Stormin2u · 07-21-2008, 11:15 AM

Thanks Kevin, but if all things go as planned I'll be out of town and Greg and his boys will be camping. :-(

Your not going to let that candy ass Jay call you Pimples are you? You could seriously FU his score sheets.

Nicklepimp · 07-21-2008, 12:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tjb

Lookin sweet Pimples!

Should be a interesting weekend, can't wait to check it out Sunday

I told you not to call me that in public....

Sweet Cheeks.

THAT1GUY · 07-21-2008, 12:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Nicklepimp

I told you not to call me that in public....

Sweet Cheeks.

If I find out your cheating on me

Im sooooo going to cut you off from any and all action for a long time. I shouldn't have to put up with this kind of stuff anymore, Im sooo out of high school and if your not going to respect me then .......... whatever Im just too mad to talk about it.

tjb · 07-21-2008, 04:32 PM

I am interested in why you didn't run a cap screw up from the bottom of the arm and put the nut on top of the rod ends? Seems to be a bit much hangin down.......

wrightcs77 · 07-21-2008, 05:35 PM

tjb......the nut on top of the links is closer to the tire, so then it is more likely to tear a tire (especially true if running Panthers). That is one reason some, me included, went to AX10 knuckles up front, to use the inner steering holes to move the linkage back and away from the tires.

tjb · 07-21-2008, 05:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by wrightcs77

tjb......the nut on top of the links is closer to the tire, so then it is more likely to tear a tire (especially true if running Panthers). That is one reason some, me included, went to AX10 knuckles up front, to use the inner steering holes to move the linkage back and away from the tires.

Gotchya..... Thanks Casey

07-20-2008, 01:38 PM	#1
Nicklepimp RCC Addict Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Minnehopeless Posts: 1,129	Nicklepimp's Team Eritex Berg Yep, I picked up a pair of Berg axles a little while back. This will be my '08 Nats rig. Specs Berg Axles Custom Eritex Chassis Eritex Beadlock Rims Integy 55t lathes CC Mamba Max MaxAmps 3s 1100mah Lipo JR 8611a Servo Electro Dig Start off with the chassis. We talked to Gerame (Eritex) about doing a chassis. He said to send him a pic of what we wanted. So I used Photoshop to plot out where I wanted the links/shock mounts based off my previous rigs. Sent him the pic and measurements and he came back with this sexy thang: When I got it in the mail, I couldn't wait to mock it up. I haven't even cut the skid or braces yet. Next I clocked the axles. My first attempt didn't go so well. Farakai came up with an easy template out of lexan. In one direction, the notch lines up prefectly to the factory holes, then you just rotate it and mark for drilling. Flip it, and do the other side. It worked perfectly. End result: Clearance. It looks like I should end up with over 3.25" of clearance at the chassis.

07-20-2008, 01:58 PM	#2
Nicklepimp RCC Addict Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Minnehopeless Posts: 1,129	In order to make the links, I need to solidify the width. So I cut a skid plate out of a cutting board. The outter width is now set to 2" wide. I like the angle the shocks sit at now. Then made some braces to match. These will also be used as the base for my body mounts. While I was in the cutting mood, I decided to make a servo mount. Fortunately you can buy these brackets seperately. I placed the mounts at the farthest ends for the most clearance. Then I just cut a piece of delrin to match the mounts.

07-20-2008, 02:09 PM	#3
Nicklepimp RCC Addict Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Minnehopeless Posts: 1,129	Next are the links. I made my own out of threaded rod, aluminum sleeves, and Traxxas rod ends. It's been my prefered method since day 1. Gerame did a great job with this chassis. The mounting points are exactly where I wanted them. Thanks again Gerame! After mounting the servo and making steering links, I encountered the problem people are having with this. This will not work. I have a couple ideas in mind. But that will have to wait for right now.

07-20-2008, 02:14 PM	#4
akxj Newbie Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Va. Beach Posts: 33	man that thing look pimptastic!!!

07-20-2008, 03:24 PM	#6
THAT1GUY Quarry Creeper Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Eau Claire Posts: 201	Hows it look from the bottom ? lol Just Kidding. Looks like nice rig, can't wait to see it run

07-20-2008, 06:31 PM	#9
Stormin2u I wanna be Dave Join Date: May 2007 Location: Taylors Falls just hanging with the MNRCRC crew. Posts: 7,843	That's what I thought, thank goodness for energy drinks. The chassis looks really good this should be be fun to see at the next comp.

07-20-2008, 08:40 PM	#10
wrightcs77 RCC Addict Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Minneapolis Posts: 1,496	Looks good Kevin.

07-20-2008, 09:19 PM	#11
dieselfuel I wanna be Dave Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Henderson/Las Vegas, NV Posts: 5,032	i like the servo mount, nice and clean.

07-21-2008, 10:21 AM	#14
tjb Rock Crawler Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Eau Claire Posts: 776	Lookin sweet Pimples! Should be a interesting weekend, can't wait to check it out Sunday

07-21-2008, 11:15 AM	#15
Stormin2u I wanna be Dave Join Date: May 2007 Location: Taylors Falls just hanging with the MNRCRC crew. Posts: 7,843	Thanks Kevin, but if all things go as planned I'll be out of town and Greg and his boys will be camping. :-( Your not going to let that candy ass Jay call you Pimples are you? You could seriously FU his score sheets.

07-21-2008, 04:32 PM	#18
tjb Rock Crawler Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Eau Claire Posts: 776	I am interested in why you didn't run a cap screw up from the bottom of the arm and put the nut on top of the rod ends? Seems to be a bit much hangin down.......

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07-21-2008, 05:35 PM	#19
wrightcs77 RCC Addict Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Minneapolis Posts: 1,496	tjb......the nut on top of the links is closer to the tire, so then it is more likely to tear a tire (especially true if running Panthers). That is one reason some, me included, went to AX10 knuckles up front, to use the inner steering holes to move the linkage back and away from the tires.

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