Jato Got a CMX Unimog

[Ditchrat]

Originally Posted by JatoTheRipper

There are no bushings/spacers/washers between the C-hub and the knuckle. So basically plastic rides on plastic.

Yeah I misunderstood what you where complaining about, and I was confused on why you didn't know how the shoulder works.

All makes sense now, My bad.

[JatoTheRipper]

I had to remove the ESC and motor to replace the bearings so it's as good a time as any to replace them. The stock ESC isn't bad, but it doesn't have a drag brake. And the 26T motor is way too hot for my liking on a trail rig/scale crawler. I had an often rebranded 45T brushed motor from HobbyKing and a HobbyWing WP 1080 ESC and I thought they'd be perfect for this rig. Or at least a good start since they were "in stock" at my house.

Out with the old...




In with the new...









Usually the motor wires are too long on the 1080 ESC, but in this case they were nearly the perfect length. I ran them in the small gap between the trans and skid plate to keep them out of the way. Unfortunately, I didn't foresee the motor tabs and wires interfering with the clever receiver box. I was able to get the blue wire out of the way, but the yellow wire is still rubbing slightly. I think it'll be OK.

Battery lead was way too long, but I get lazy and keep them as-is because I use XT60 connectors. I might shorten it up at some point.




Next on the agenda is finishing the body. I want to try 1.55 wheels and tires on this truck. I already ordered some tires that are close in size. But now I can't find a good military-esque 1.55 wheel. And, sadly, Gear Head seems to have discontinued most of their 1.55 glue on wheels.

[2mtech]

How do you personally feel about the fancy power switch for the WP1080? I mean, it looks nice, but it also seems to offer another relatively large component to have to find mounting space for something usually integral to the ESC, if present at all.

[JatoTheRipper]

Originally Posted by 2mtech

How do you personally feel about the fancy power switch for the WP1080? I mean, it looks nice, but it also seems to offer another relatively large component to have to find mounting space for something usually integral to the ESC, if present at all.

I have no issues with it. It's waterproof and includes the calibration button. But I'm not somebody that despises switches.

[2mtech]

Originally Posted by JatoTheRipper

I have no issues with it. It's waterproof and includes the calibration button. But I'm not somebody that despises switches.

I got my first one but haven't opened it up yet...must investigate this calibration button ;)

[Jboucher]

Originally Posted by JatoTheRipper

I have no issues with it. It's waterproof and includes the calibration button. But I'm not somebody that despises switches.

At least the 1080 has a very nice clicky button and not a tiny sliding switch that breaks when you look at it wrong...

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[svt923]

The switch on the 1080 (and on a couple other HW ESCs I own) isn't usually a problem but I still prefer not having any switch.

My HW 120A V3.1 has 1 button on the case that serves as the power switch and calibration button and that came out 2 years before the 1080. That is probably the best system that I have used, don't know why they went back to a separate switch for the 1080.

[soze]

Originally Posted by svt923

The switch on the 1080 (and on a couple other HW ESCs I own) isn't usually a problem but I still prefer not having any switch.

My HW 120A V3.1 has 1 button on the case that serves as the power switch and calibration button and that came out 2 years before the 1080. That is probably the best system that I have used, don't know why they went back to a separate switch for the 1080.

Probably figured that the ESC isn't always in the most reachable spot. Having a dongled power switch allows you to route it to an easily accessible location on a scale truck.

For touring cars and buggies where the HW 120A v3.1 is usually used... It's probably easy and quick enough to pop the body to get to the switch or the ESCs can be mounted where it can be accessed easily.

[JatoTheRipper]

In my 30 years of RC I've never had a switch fail. Should I play the lottery or is switch failure more hype than reality? I'm guessing the latter.

[2mtech]

Originally Posted by JatoTheRipper

In my 30 years of RC I've never had a switch fail. Should I play the lottery or is switch failure more hype than reality? I'm guessing the latter.

Lottery, definitely. Next you'll say you've never snapped a rod end

[JatoTheRipper]

Originally Posted by 2mtech

Lottery, definitely. Next you'll say you've never snapped a rod end

I have, but not many. I probably tore most of them up with my Revo 3.3. With crawlers they usually stretch or strip out the threads and pull off the rod before snapping.

[svt923]

Originally Posted by JatoTheRipper

But now I can't find a good military-esque 1.55 wheel. And, sadly, Gear Head seems to have discontinued most of their 1.55 glue on wheels.

Gearhead 1.55 UTEs?



Gear Head RC 1.55 UTE Beadlock Wheels with Delrin Beadlock Rings (4)

[JatoTheRipper]

Originally Posted by svt923

Gearhead 1.55 UTEs?



Gear Head RC 1.55 UTE Beadlock Wheels with Delrin Beadlock Rings (4)

They're definitely on my radar.

[svt923]

Originally Posted by JatoTheRipper

They're definitely on my radar.

They really look the part when fully done up with scale hardware.

The other option I can think of is the Boom Racing LC70 steel wheels.



They would look good on a mog after a couple coats of flat black paint.

[JatoTheRipper]

Thanks for the suggestions! I thought about the Boom wheels as well. I like the new Boom hubs a lot not that they come with the wheels.

I have to decide if I want to go with military or street wheels. I tend to not like black wheels. They get lost into the tires and it ends up looking like one black mass. I like shiny wheels. Plus, the Utes are freaking $90 for plastic wheels. I love Gear Head, but even I balk at that for plastic wheels.

[Jboucher]

How about boomracing terra 1.55?
They look like Mickey Thompson wheels

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[JatoTheRipper]

Originally Posted by Jboucher

How about boomracing terra 1.55?
They look like Mickey Thompson wheels

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They're not bad. Inexpensive too. Thanks!

[Jboucher]

Originally Posted by JatoTheRipper

They're not bad. Inexpensive too. Thanks!

With 1.55 Goodyear MT/R

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[JatoTheRipper]

Originally Posted by Jboucher

With 1.55 Goodyear MT/R

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What does the OD of the tire measure mounted on those wheels?

[Jboucher]

It's 3.54 inch according to RC4WD. The stock Yeti Jr tires we're about 3.4 inch.

With CI lil'nova single stage foam, they were so easy to mount, i couldn't belive it.

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