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09-28-2020, 01:41 PM | #1 |
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| Stealth X Trans on SCX10-II skid - raised mounting height?
I have a few questions about using a Stealth X transmission (from the Element RC Enduro) on a SCX10-II skid. If I'm not mistaken, the trans mounting bolt pattern is the same on both the SCX10 and Enduro chassis - so it should be possible to install an Element Stealth X trans on a SCX10-II skid (for the old three gear trans, not the one for the kit trans). Correct? If so, would I be able to install the Stealth X trans in either orientation? i.e. motor facing forward or facing back? I've heard the Stealth X trans sits a few mm higher than the Axial 3-gear trans does. Ordinarily, that would be a step backwards, and I'm aware that there are some ways to mitigate the increased trans mounting height. (Not the least of which is the new Bowhouse RC SVT Low CG Multipurpose Skid for Element and SCX10 - designed by svt923) https://bowhouserc.com/svt-low-cg-mu...ent-and-scx10/ But I'm actually not interested in lowering the trans, I think I need to raise it a little. Here's my deal: I just built a custom 10" SWB chassis (RadRocks RC Zukosauraus) - which is designed to utilize SCX10 components. It's currently got an Axial 3-gear transmission (the silver one) mounted on a stock Axial SCX10-II skid. I have the chassis set up as a 4-link front end with Axle-mounted Servo. Since this rig is already pretty tight in terms of space, I decided to give the new Hobbywing QuicRun Fusion FOC 2-in-1 ESC/Brushless motor system a try. I have used the AXE FOC system in other rigs, and I like the way it drives. This rig doesn't need big brushless power. It's a scale/trail rig all the way. The Fusion system mounts up just fine, but the longer length can interferes a little with the front upper link. I can't get full suspension compression on that side. It even moves the entire motor up a little when the link contacts the motor can, and that can't be good long-term. I have already gone to M3 links and small rod ends, and it just needs a couple more mm of clearance to be good. So I thought about raising the entire transmission with a spacer, but then I remembered the Stealth X was rumored to be a little higher than the Axial 3-gear trans, right out of the box. It would also be great to get a little overdrive without having to install an overdrive gear set in the front diff. But before I take the plunge and try to install the Stealth X trans in this rig, I wanted to make sure it would work. I need the motor to be on the driver-side, for weight distribution. My battery is installed on the passenger side tray/boatside. I think my current driveshafts will work fine with the additional trans mounting height, but if not, I have all the parts to make new WB8 HD driveshafts. Am I going at this the right way? I'm no engineer... If there's an easier way to make this work, I am all ears. This is the rig. Designed to work with the Pro-Line Sumo body, but also works with many of the Tamiya 10" WB bodies (Early Bronco, FJ40, etc.) |
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09-28-2020, 03:58 PM | #2 |
Quarry Creeper Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: East otis
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| Re: Stealth X Trans on SCX10-II skid - raised mounting height?
How about end links like these? I had a similar issue on my wraith, used these to drop the upper links down some to get more clearance. Sent from my SM-G970U using Tapatalk |
09-28-2020, 04:13 PM | #3 |
I wanna be Dave Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: Humboldt county
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| Re: Stealth X Trans on SCX10-II skid - raised mounting height?
Unless you're open to swapping motors I dont think I have a solution for you. What I do have is a similar setup with a short wheelbase SCX10.2 with a Enduro stealth X tranny, though I dont have the axle on servo setup with 4 link up front. I could take some measurements for you so you can judge if the Enduro tranny will help or not. |
09-28-2020, 06:13 PM | #4 | ||
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| Re: Stealth X Trans on SCX10-II skid - raised mounting height? Quote:
Thanks for the suggestion. I'll have to look into getting some M3 bent rod ends. Not too sure who makes them, but I think RC4WD has a pretty extensive selection of odd-sized rod ends. Quote:
I am actually open to swapping motors, but since I bought the HW Fusion motor specifically for this build, I do want to explore any/all possible ways of using it. I'll try the bent rod ends, and see if that works, but I'm still interested in trying the Stealth X Trans. If you can take some measurements, that might help me decide whether to go that route or not. Thank you kindly. | ||
09-28-2020, 06:31 PM | #5 |
I wanna be Dave Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: Humboldt county
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| Re: Stealth X Trans on SCX10-II skid - raised mounting height?
Also look at the TRX4 angled rod ends, theres a few different ones and I believe they are m4 sized.
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09-28-2020, 06:52 PM | #6 |
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| Re: Stealth X Trans on SCX10-II skid - raised mounting height?
I was confusing one of my other rigs that has the Enduro tranny, its actually installed on a 12" wheelbase SCX10.2. The extra upper link for the 4 link looks like it will be pretty close to the drive shaft but looks like it should likely clear and allow full articulation. I very crudely mocked up this upper link. Full extension Full compression the motor sits 10-11mm above the skid (measured from the front side in the center, off of the top of this front edge which is not the highest point on the skid) I hope that makes sense. This is a 550 sized motor. Not sure if this picture is worth anything but this was hard to get a good angle to shoot. You can reverse how the motor is mounted by flipping the skid or by using the optional top shaft for the Enduro tranny though I dont know where that would put the motor, never seen it used yet. Last edited by HumboldtEF; 09-28-2020 at 06:57 PM. |
09-29-2020, 09:23 AM | #7 |
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| Re: Stealth X Trans on SCX10-II skid - raised mounting height?
I have a corrupt carbon chassis with high clearance links and an axial skid with a stealth trans. It all bolted up fine. I get you pics later today but unable to post them here. if you are interested in pics send me you email address or messenger.
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09-29-2020, 12:59 PM | #8 | ||
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| Re: Stealth X Trans on SCX10-II skid - raised mounting height? Quote:
I actually did try the offset rod ends. I had some from one of my old OG SCX10 parts trees. I think they were included in a Link Set. But sadly, even though the offset rod ends do create some space between the motor can, they also bring the upper link in contact with the lower link, causing serious binding. So it doesn't really help to lower the front upper link mounting point, I think I'm going to have to raise the motor instead, and the Stealth X trans seems like a good way to do that. Quote:
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09-29-2020, 08:06 PM | #9 |
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| Re: Stealth X Trans on SCX10-II skid - raised mounting height?
Try the offset ends on the axle side, might maybe give the right angle to clear and also not interfer with the lowers. Maybe... Sent from my SM-G970U using Tapatalk |
09-30-2020, 07:27 PM | #10 | |
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Many thanks to all who suggested fixes/tweaks! | |
10-01-2020, 06:28 AM | #11 |
I wanna be Dave Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Douglassville, PA
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| Re: Stealth X Trans on SCX10-II skid - raised mounting height?
To answer your question (if still needed) the Element trans can be mounted with the motor on the drivers side, no problem. Great transmission, well worth the swap. The OD will be very helpful on a short WB rig too. |
10-01-2020, 08:35 PM | #12 | |
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10-02-2020, 06:30 AM | #13 |
I wanna be Dave Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Douglassville, PA
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| Re: Stealth X Trans on SCX10-II skid - raised mounting height?
It does sit higher for sure, note how I notched the battery tray. If it sits too high, you can shave it down a bit. I usually shave it flush with the bottom of the case. There's till enough meat in there to hold it securely. Should give you some options. About 1/2 shaved. |
10-02-2020, 09:35 AM | #14 |
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| Re: Stealth X Trans on SCX10-II skid - raised mounting height?
I gotta assume the Enduro trans is longer than the axial 3 gear due to having two sets of gears stacked beside each other. How much longer, from throughpin hole to throughpin hole, is the Enduro trans? Is this enough to cause issues in a SWB rig? Anyone know the weight difference if they both have metal internal gears?
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