Re: WPL C14
 

Yeah, the new version kits come with all metal axle gears and driveshafts that are held on by a screw

Re: WPL C14
 

Lots of kits arriving with crushed packaging. I was lucky to only have a small crease in the front fender.

Re: WPL C14
 

Did you order from Banggood? WPL-RC.com is way better with shipping. Unfortunately they don't carry standard kits and RTR's at the moment

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BG yea

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Ah, at least you have a newer version kit that comes with all metal gears, better gearbox, and better driveshafts

Re: WPL C14
 

So I just got a new C14 in a trade (The tan one). It's a 1st gen kit, so it has the softest tires, a wimpy black gearbox, and plastic ring and pinion. I first started with painting some stuff black like the wheels, frame rails, and toolbox and it looks way better now. I'm probably going to just put the 260 gearbox from my C24 in it when I buy a 2-speed for the 24.

Re: WPL C14
 

My driveshafts are beefed up? Its my first one so I wouldnt know.

Re: WPL C14
 

Oh for sure. The older version ones were spaghetti noodles :lmao:

Re: WPL C14 MGMAN
 

I just got the c24, and doing mods already, great trucks, love to see everyones work.

Re: WPL C14 MGMAN
 

Sweet! I love the C24, I can't post pics here on my PC, but you can see my build on my YouTube channel; Overland_RC

Re: WPL C14
 

Prototypes for new trusses, including axle mounted steering. These prototypes are 3D printed to check fitment, but final units will be 16ga steel for strength and a bit of weight...

Sorry about the photo quality, I need some PETG that isn't black, lol...

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Re: WPL C14
 

New frame to eliminate the front pieces to make room for the axle mounted servo, and added new mounting points for longer shocks...

Axle trusses need another revision, lower mounting points didn't quite work the way I expected, but should be a pretty easy fix...

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Re: WPL C14
 

Nice work Jeff! "thumbsup"

Re: WPL C14
 

I may have gotten frustrated enough with the trusses to give something else a shot... (still a work in progress...)

Re: WPL C14
 

What software are you modelling with?

Re: WPL C14
 

Fusion 360

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Interesting, I have the C24, almost done, show pics soon, alot of mods done.

Re: WPL C14
 

Finally running again. Overall pretty happy with my chassis/suspension mods. Decent suspension travel without being bouncy/floppy. Axle mounted servo is about 1000% better than the stock CMS, lol. Dromida shocks are working pretty well, but I'd still like to soften them up just a bit more...

Beadlock redesign will be next, my 3D skills are way better than they were a few years ago, hoping to widen the bolt circle by at least a few millimeters https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/202...cee8346b6a.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/202...ed03e3e9d7.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/202...ad2acae97b.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/202...d72597eb6f.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/202...fc1916c58e.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/202...b6f420390f.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/202...f76144d8c7.jpg

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Re: WPL C14
 

I never got the notification for these replies. That build is super sick btw!

How's the suspension link clearance on the 2-speed servo? People often have problems with them hitting the servo arm

Re: WPL C14
 

Thanks.

Yeah, I wasn't able to install the servo, I have the shifter wired into place in low gear right now, and have a single-speed 370 setup on the way.

I also need to go through and measure all the hardware so I can order the correct stuff, it's kind of cobbled together at the moment.

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Re: WPL C14
 

What if you fabricated some frame rails like the C34 has where the bottom is completely flush so you don't have as much hangup. That would also give clearance for the shifter arm

Re: WPL C14
 

There is this video about increasing the ground clearance by lifting the 2-speed gearbox up which also gives space for the servo, but at the cost of losing the middle tray and possibly requiring some cutting and remounting of the shell as well.

Re: WPL C14
 

Yeah, I did that with my 260 motor and gearbox. I decided to go back cause I wasn't getting good performance with it. I might try it again when I get the 2-speed. But right now, I've got a brushless outrunner in the 260 gearbox

Re: WPL C14
 

I don't suppose there are metal gears for the stock yellow gearbox? I'm satisfied with the performance of the stock motor but the gearbox gave out while my son was playing with it. I swapped in a spare motor/gearbox combo I had around and we were surprised that it seemed to have a much quicker motor. (Both cans are the same dimensions and both were from a C14 kit. The slower motor is the same speed as the one in my C24 kit.) He did a few wheelies by going in reverse and then hammering the throttle and of course that gearbox gave out. On both gearboxes it is the same gear that broke (the one that is connected to the one driving the output shaft).

Re: WPL C14
 

Yeah, sadly the tan gearbox has no replacement or upgraded gears. You can buy a new gearbox with the online store opens back up.

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Re: WPL C14
 

So my C34 is getting here Monday! Happy 4th everyone! 8)

Re: WPL C14
 

Did you get C34KM or the C34? Still waiting on mine and interested in all the posts here.

Re: WPL C14
 

I got the standard kit. It came with metal gears, shims, and stronger plastic driveshafts though. The kit version also has the adjustable links

Re: WPL C14
 

New to the wpl models and have recently installed the 2 speed gear box and v3 elextronics.


Can anyone tell my why my drag brake works for high gear but not low? Thought it was supposed to be the other way around.

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Re: WPL C14
 

It's specifically to save the gears and stuff when your driving faster in high gear. I like how if you're running a single speed, it'll act as a drag brake toggle on/off.

I've got one otw for my C24, how are you liking yours?

Re: WPL C14
 

Anyone have this version of the WPL gearbox they'd like to trade for a brand new 2-speed? I need a second set of these gears and shafts for a custom setup, but would prefer not to wait 6-8 weeks, lolhttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/202...a99f8eecc5.jpg

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Re: WPL C14
 

I got the standard version, so I don't have one :/

Re: WPL C14
 

I actually love it, the low speed gearing is actually perfect. It can maimtain its speed over/through obstacles....maybe even better then a couple of my actual scalers lol

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Re: WPL C14
 

It's been a while since I posted. Here's my 34, perfect trail machine
All stock other than tires, axle housings, driveshafts, and 2-speed transmissionhttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/202...ec53781f0a.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/202...517943d935.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/202...b5a6fbbce0.jpg

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Re: WPL C14
 

So after several iterations, I think the current plan is to do a forward motor setup with a divorced 3D printed transfer case. Still some minor details to work out....

I may even go back to CMS if I can devise a decent panhard setup...

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Re: WPL C14
 

Looking good! Are those custom frame rails?

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Re: WPL C14
 

My friend made a really simple panhard setup for his C24 using some sheet metal, standard link, and C34 truss. The metal is bent and has a hole to mount the rod, then the servo sandwiches the the mount between it and the chassis. https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/202...56f20c83a5.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/202...ac5023a802.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/202...1eac911cf6.jpg

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Re: WPL C14
 

I made my own trusses, so I would probably just modify that and add a mounting tab for the panhard. My frame is also custom, so same deal there. Would need to adjust the 3D printed frame braces to hold the servo, but that shouldn't be a big deal...https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/202...97df83b308.jpg

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Re: WPL C14
 

Oh that's cool, good idea

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Re: WPL C14
 

I'm about to take this Hilux, but a C24 or C14?

deephis