| |
09-15-2009, 03:06 PM
| #181 | |
| Rock Crawler Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: gilbert
Posts: 613
|  Quote:
Thanks for the kind words. You now own the original inspiration for this rig. I have not done much with any of my rigs. Been to busy here at home. I hope to get some time soon to do some more work.  | |
|  |
| Sponsored Links | |
| | |
|
09-25-2009, 08:16 AM
| #182 |
| Rock Crawler Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: roanoke
Posts: 550
|
OMG subscribed! Simply amazing work.
|
|
| |
|
10-10-2009, 08:58 AM
| #183 |
| Rock Crawler Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: gilbert
Posts: 613
|
Well not much actual progress has been made but I thought that I might give you all a little teaser shot. Enjoy!  Can someone say powerplant! |
|
| |
|
10-10-2009, 09:04 AM
| #184 |
| RCC Addict   Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Singapore
Posts: 1,742
|
Powerplant! I'm guessing 2 Pullers right there - AWESOME! |
|
| |
|
10-10-2009, 09:06 AM
| #185 | |
| Rock Crawler Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: gilbert
Posts: 613
| Quote:
We have a winner!!! | |
|
| |
|
10-10-2009, 09:22 AM
| #186 |
| RCC Addict Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Akron
Posts: 1,784
|
That's exactly what I'm running in my 1/6 Chevy. You will NOT be disappointed!
|
|
| |
|
10-10-2009, 06:17 PM
| #187 |
| Newbie Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Central NJ
Posts: 35
|
What size motor you plan on putting ?
|
|
| |
|
10-11-2009, 09:45 AM
| #188 |
| Rock Crawler Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: gilbert
Posts: 613
|
I am running two 10t pullers from Holmes Hobbies. More to come soon! |
|
| |
|
10-13-2009, 12:13 PM
| #189 |
| RCC Addict Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Akron
Posts: 1,784
|
You going to run 3S lipo? I have (2) 7T pullers on 3S lipo and it's pretty easy to put air under the tires |
|
| |
|
10-15-2009, 02:44 PM
| #190 | |
| Rock Crawler Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: gilbert
Posts: 613
| Quote:
I am not sure as to which way I will go with this. What sort of run time are you getting? I am still sort of new to the world of RC and I am slowly beginning to understand the battery lingo. I know that I would need a charger, but I need one that would do lipo's and standard cells ( so I can begin to run my rc10t3 ). I don't even have a battery for that rig yet. What charger would you recommend that would do both and that would not kill the bank? Would I be better off getting separate charging systems? How safe are the lipo's? I have four children and I don't want some thing that would be to dangerous. I would do all of the charging and battery handling but my children are getting older and are expressing interest in doing some of this on their own. I just want to be safe! Also what are the dimension of the pack that you are using? This may be the most limiting factor in the decision? I know that if I don't run a seat i should have no problem but I would like to run some sort of interior. Thanks in advance for any help! | |
|
| |
|
10-15-2009, 02:56 PM
| #191 |
| RCC Addict Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Akron
Posts: 1,784
|
I'm running this battery and my run time is insane. I have to be getting an hour or so at least. http://hobbycity.com/hobbycity/store..._30C_Lipo_Pack It's a pretty big pack Pack Size: 143 x 49 x 24mm The puller motors are rated for up to 40A so you should probably get a pack capable of at least 80A. This pack would give you at least half hour run time most likely and is a bit smaller http://hobbycity.com/hobbycity/store..._30C_Lipo_Pack Pack Size: 137 x 43 x 22mm As for a charger. I swear by Hyperion chargers. I have the 610 I got from Holmes Hobbies and love it. Lipos are a lot safer than everyone gives them credit for. As long as you balance them when charging them and you don't put them in a vehicle that demands to much from them you'll be fine. I've owned NUMEROUS packs and never had an issue. |
|
| |
|
10-15-2009, 05:11 PM
| #192 | |
| Rock Crawler Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: gilbert
Posts: 613
| Quote:
Thanks for the insight. One thing that I am concerned with is will the dual FXR handle this battery and the motors. The stats on HH website said that there is a 12t limit on the motor for the ESC. Would this apply to the puller motor? I thought that I read some where that the pullers are rated different. Can anyone clear this up for me? Thanks! | |
|
| |
|
10-15-2009, 06:30 PM
| #193 | |
| RCC Addict Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Singapore
Posts: 1,742
| Quote:
A safer and cheaper alternative to Lipo's are the A123's (LiFe). They can be charged at higher amps, economical with a higher count of recharge, and they do not bloat even if you use batteries to full. You probably can do a custom pack to fit, will be sweet and if you'll upgrade to a new charger, choose one that does Lipo and LiFe as well! FYI, Here is a downloadable PDF on, "How to configure/assemble, a LiFe Battery Pack": http://media.hyperion.hk/dn/a123/pac...23packassy.pdf Regarding HH Motors, i've tried a 3S 45C/90C (101A Cont/202A Burst.) with an FXR + HH Puller on a 2.2, without issues. For the size and weight of your rig, and plans for 2 pullers, have you thought of using a Mamba Monster? This will also give you an option to do a single 1/8 Brushless, as well. | |
|
| |
|
10-15-2009, 07:15 PM
| #194 | |
| Rock Crawler Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: gilbert
Posts: 613
| Quote:
I am going to be using 2 ESC's in this rig with a 6 channel stick radio. I want the function to run each one independently from the other. Two mamba monsters is way over the total budget for the electronics of this. It would be nice though. | |
|
| |
|
10-15-2009, 08:38 PM
| #195 | |
| RCC Addict Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Singapore
Posts: 1,742
| Quote:
Wow this tranny will allow a variety of setting for a front or rear dig with the 2-ESC set-up on a Shaft. If this got a built-in planetary gear reduction this is going to be Totally AWESOME! Last edited by Siggy; 10-15-2009 at 08:57 PM. | |
|
| |
|
10-17-2009, 08:10 PM
| #196 | |
| No idea what I'm doing Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Underground, CO
Posts: 4,529
| Quote:
. | |
|
| |
|
10-17-2009, 08:54 PM
| #197 | |
| Rock Crawler Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: gilbert
Posts: 613
| Quote:
OK I guess I will have to figure out how to change the title of this thread!!!!!! | |
|
| |
|
10-18-2009, 02:17 PM
| #198 |
| Rock Crawler Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: gilbert
Posts: 613
| update!
Well I think that I have keep this under-wraps for long enough. I have been working with a fellow RCC member ( who is staying underground until he gets a blue star ) on this for quite some time. This has evolved over the past few months now and is at long last ready for it's close up! Here you go!   This set up is a dual motor independent shaft trans. Each unit is bolted together and allows for independent use of either the front or rear shafts; with an individual motor running each shaft. The rails on the top are for the electronics tray and the seat to attach to. I will most likely use an elevated tray above the electronics to hold the battery ( yet to be determined ) on. It will then be covered up with an internal right hand dash panel similar to the 1.1. It is currently in transit to me so I will be able to get some additional photos once it arrives. I guess I will have to get off my butt and work on this again! In this last picture you can see the sense of humor that my partner had in this! To bad it will most likely be covered up.  Read signature below!!!!! |
|
| |
|
10-18-2009, 02:30 PM
| #199 |
| Rock Stacker Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: glasgow
Posts: 90
|
damn that thing is a monster...if you had a little one you could build them a seat and they could ride in that
|
|
| |
|
10-18-2009, 03:15 PM
| #200 | |
| Rock Crawler Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: gilbert
Posts: 613
| Quote:
Should be strong enough for the older one's to ride on top!! | |
|
| |
 |
| |
Linear Mode
