Free WK servo mount templates

[clarkrw3]

Originally Posted by cjkranwinkle@cableone.net

no
i am just crappy at using a dremal and i sanded way way to much around the bends and curves...
at least i tried.... and failed some-what

ill make a new one soon and set it the setting to low so it isn't as quick
and i didnt glue the template so it kept moving

Get the corded pen style adaptor for the dremal. It is much easier to hold and cut with than the whole motor.

[Harley]

I don't think you need to glue it, just use a sharpie and trace it. Or you can tape it on and use a spray can to mark it. I like using the spray can so you can see exactly what you need to get rid of.

You'll do better the second time. It always gets better.

[Kranberry]

Originally Posted by clarkrw3

Get the corded pen style adaptor for the dremal. It is much easier to hold and cut with than the whole motor.

i dont have the pen adapter yet and prolly wont get one for a while

Originally Posted by Harley0706

I don't think you need to glue it, just use a sharpie and trace it. Or you can tape it on and use a spray can to mark it. I like using the spray can so you can see exactly what you need to get rid of.

You'll do better the second time. It always gets better.

if i glue it it will stay on it better. my first one was tape and i had dremaled off all the tape i will take my time on this one sand of only whats nessasery

[screaminsavage]

Sweet design! I'm pretty new to crawling and its nice to see the different ideas that everyone has, speaking of which, I went a little different route then you guys, i hope the pics explain what I did, try to keep in mind that the plate was made with a dremel, 2 lb sledge, and a block of wood. but it seems pretty sturdy and works decently enough.

[cracker636]

my final product did a little mods to it

[Harley]

DAAAMMNN! THat looks great man, looks like you hit up the polishing wheel too. Cutting that 4th hole off will have probably have very little effect on it, but removing the mount on the opposite side add some flex. Although you did make yours out of some thick chit.

Great job, you make it look easy.

Josh

[cracker636]

thanks, yeah the polishing wheel grabed it out of my hand and threw it across the shop so it has some little dings on it:-( but no biggie and i got 6 more if it dont work

[4x4dodge]

I have a couple pieces of aluminum, one 1/8" piece and a 3/64". What would be the best to use for the servo mount? I plan on cutting it out using a dremel with a cutoff wheel. Any other ideas to cut it out that doesn't involve a machine shop?

[cracker636]

i went with 1/8 any thiner than that i think is kinda pushing it

[4x4dodge]

Thanks, i'll go with the 1/8" Hope the dremel can handle it...

[cracker636]

it will, if i didn't work where i do i would have to use one, but i still use one

[4x4dodge]

Ok, Here we go, just finished it a couple minutes age, it took about 2 hours, but was worth it. It seems like it turned out ok. That servo mount template is great!

Here are the pics, I'm just doing a mock up till i get the screws i need and also the steering linkage.

[cracker636]

that looks really good, good job

[Harley]

Looks like you did a fantastic job. Thanks for the complements on the template. I am actually happy with how many people have asked for it, makes it feel like I didn't waste my time. Mine didn't end up getting cut the other day, but I was told maybe monday. I'm not complaining becuase they are free.

[clarkrw3]

I cut another one and yes the new template works great I will post pics soon. Also found a great place for the battery mount.

[Kranberry]

well the new one is made(while ago)
my vs wki will snap some new pics soon

[Harley]

Originally Posted by clarkrw3

I cut another one and yes the new template works great I will post pics soon. Also found a great place for the battery mount.

Yeah, sorry to anyone who used the first template. I just didn't have an axle to test it with first. I hated to do that (not really hate but disliked). But I believe that this is a damn good design for the cost.

Clark, thanks for starting this thread too. It has actually helped me with quite a few things. Thanks again to everyone for the interest and the input for this servo mount.

Now everyone that used it please send me $10 ahahahah total joke. Some of you guys really made some great looking pieces. I have also seen a couple modified versions of it as well which looked great.

^^^^^Sounds like a friggin Grammy speach

Peace out

Josh

[Harley]

Sticky worthy?

[4x4dodge]

I think it should be. It's a great thread and a great template.

[clarkrw3]

Pictures as promised.
You can also see the battery mount on the right for a 8 cell 2/3a pack.