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Guides how to build FPV truck - compilation of resources I've been building and FPV'ing some FPV trucks, crawlers, buggies and etc for years now so i thnk i should share tips and guides on 'how to' since many people confused and interested into whole new experience of 'first person view' driving especially scalers who love to drive inside the cockpit. I'll try my best to present you few of my resources, videos and full documentation via my setup links. FYI driving FPV in the cockpit view is much more fun especially when you have buddy as wingman, feels like real convoy/jamboree gathering and the world around you are more interactive than ever. Everyone should FPV and based on my experience its far cheaper to setup an advance grade FPV truck than buying aluminum hop-ups for your crawler. "thumbsup" So below are my 'how to' FPV resources with hardware schematics and links. FPV build videos: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0LXJxh13u1M <iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/0LXJxh13u1M" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> FPV driving in action video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0L2ZIRelhbY <iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/0L2ZIRelhbY" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jyNHNcq5q8g <iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/jyNHNcq5q8g" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KwXOlmiud1I <iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/KwXOlmiud1I" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7EIH5qPJ_RM <iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/7EIH5qPJ_RM" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> Schematics: https://www.supermotoxl.com/images/s...ad_4x4_176.JPG Detailed documented FPV setup: Cockpit FPV details (link): https://www.supermotoxl.com/projects...nce-setup.html Hope to see more people building scale looking FPV trucks soon. "thumbsup":mrgreen: |
Re: Guides how to build FPV truck - compilation of resources And if you're ultra broke $$, you can even build extremely cheap, portable and simple setup in few minutes build on versatile indoor micro crawler. :mrgreen: Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cf5_sWdZ3xw <iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/cf5_sWdZ3xw" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R36Y_PFr8vc <iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/R36Y_PFr8vc" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> |
Re: Guides how to build FPV truck - compilation of resources Visual setup - 1.9'er VATERRA TWIN HAMMER clone conversion to FPV Here's a sample of visual conversion of an ordinary budget 1/10 Wl-toys 10428A (Vaterra Twin Hammer clone) into FPV truck. **Build gallery archive: https://www.supermotoxl.com/10428A%2...ruck%20Warrior 1. BEFORE All normal cheap stock truck rtr...looks boring eh? We're going to fix it! https://www.supermotoxl.com/resource...e=img&id=16473 2. TEAR DOWN Strip down the truck electronics components and replace with reliable electronics eg: HW 1060A ESC, RX and etc https://www.supermotoxl.com/resource...e=img&id=21745 3. FPV FITTING Installing HD FPV camera, pan cam servo, cabling... https://www.supermotoxl.com/resource...e=img&id=21765 4. PREP HARDWARE MODULES Solder and compacting all FPV hardware modules. https://www.supermotoxl.com/resource...e=img&id=21749 4. PREP SCALE ACCESSORIES Preparing all the scale cockpit stuff and paint it.. https://www.supermotoxl.com/resource...e=img&id=21767 5. COCKPIT INSTALLATION Installing 'animated' steering servo and cockpit accessories.. https://www.supermotoxl.com/resource...e=img&id=21772 6. FPV HARWARE INSTALLATION Installing FPV transmitter, OSD modules, BEC and wirings.. https://www.supermotoxl.com/resource...e=img&id=21775 7. ADD SCALE SOUND SYSTEM For extra audio engine realism... https://www.supermotoxl.com/resource...e=img&id=21862 8. FPV CAMERA SDERVO CALIBRATION Make sure the camera pan match with steering movement https://www.supermotoxl.com/resource...e=img&id=21863 9. RE-BUILD BODY PANELS Mods and customized the looks of body works.. https://www.supermotoxl.com/resource...e=img&id=21779 10. FINAL TUNING Tune up any remaining hardwares onboards such as the sound system, FPV OSD layout and VTX wattage and etc.. https://www.supermotoxl.com/resource...e=img&id=21865 11. FPV TEST DRIVE Do some long distance FPV test drive and FPV video/antenna calibration. https://www.supermotoxl.com/resource...e=img&id=21906 12. DONE! Go out and have some fun explore the world with your FPV buddies. https://www.supermotoxl.com/resource...e=img&id=26021 10428A FPV IN ACTION! "thumbsup" Here videos for 1/10 Wl-toys 10428A (VATERRA TWIN HAMMER clone) in action after FPV conversion works. Videos: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vWPX5M_NCJg <iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/vWPX5M_NCJg" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kyoUcBn7I50 <iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/kyoUcBn7I50" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t8dG2H61kQM <iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/t8dG2H61kQM" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fPjhfWyJJZU <iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/fPjhfWyJJZU" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> |
Re: Guides how to build FPV truck - compilation of resources I've been very interested in adding FPV to one of my larger multi-axle rigs. lots of good stuff here that I still need to sort through. do you have recommendations for FPV systems that work well for you? (if that is laid out in one of the videos I guess i'll get to it when I have time to watch them all.) |
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The video just show the workflow of the setup but choices of which FPV system/hardware works for individual depends on how legal the FPV equipment used locally or where you want to use it. For example in my builds video my radio controller is 2.4Ghz and my video transmitter running on 5.8Ghz is an ideal setup to run in the public places in open space with minimal building or obstruction to bounce my radio signal at the same time will not affect the surrounding radio frequency used by public or commercial radio wave length thus comply with radio emission law regulated by in our region. In some region especially in the west (US) you may probably able to use better frequency such as 433Mhz for control and 1.3Ghz for video since both radio frequency can penetrate through bigger obstacles such as big building, forest or through anything that allow your FPV car/truck to drive longer distance behind obstacles. So your FPV choice is at your discreation. "thumbsup" |
Re: Guides how to build FPV truck - compilation of resources I'll get through the videos as well. Which camera gives the best view from the driver's seat (ideally not roof mounted), while not being too fish eyed? Then the antenna..... the least ugly clover leaf that isn't too fragile. I'm in Cali, realizing ham radio licensing would be required, what gives the most bang for the least $$$? (Go fast dirt car, so if it can't take a beating, it needs to be cheap) I also have a Bomber I would like to use and a large scale go car that will be used for shooting video, not requiring the total FPV experience. Suggestions or do I need to rub a lamp and keep wishing? |
Re: Guides how to build FPV truck - compilation of resources Awesome info. I've been looking at what it would take. |
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I can't comment which car/trucks can take beatings but it depends on your budget. If i had the cash i would have gone for an 2.2 scaler AXIAL but my budget for overall FPV build with trucks always under $200. My income below average group. -------------Photos------------------- 120 degree FOV lens on RUNCAM camera (1080p) K949 truck https://www.supermotoxl.com/resource...e=img&id=27154 120 degree FOV lens on mini size 808#16 camera (720p) on FY03 truck https://www.supermotoxl.com/resource...e=img&id=15598 Long slender OMNI antenna on FPV video VTX behind the cockpit (behind roof fog light) https://www.supermotoxl.com/resource...e=img&id=26127 https://www.supermotoxl.com/resource...e=img&id=27156 |
Re: Guides how to build FPV truck - compilation of resources Here are our interesting video of us doing FPV after dark at night 4x4 convoy style. Whole new level of fun and challenging especially through long distance in bushes and terrains! "thumbsup" NIGHT FPV ACTIVITIES: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VtZSfAq0X9k <iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/VtZSfAq0X9k" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jyNHNcq5q8g <iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/jyNHNcq5q8g" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> |
Re: Guides how to build FPV truck - compilation of resources 10-4. As for taking a beating, I'm talking the video equipment, not the cars. That element is under control for now, anyhow. What kind of range are you getting? Some guy on the Traxxas site in the Summit section did a repeater, could drive forever. |
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Max distance with 2.4Ghz RADIOLINK RC4G Version 1 pistol grip radio controller (stock un-mods) + 5.8Ghz 600MW video transmitter (with cloverleaf antenna) + helical antenna at receiver unit was at average 1,000 meter, test cue taken from our local abandoned airport (our local R/C club flying field) running on 1/12 FY03 Feiyue (Mini Twin Hammer) with slight video distortion/interference. I knew few people from traxxas via other forum, they uses UHF frequency which can go even longer distance behind forest and urban. I wouldn't go too far because if the truck flips then its going to be a long walk under the sun plus lots of 'stranger danger' too. :shock: I have a repeater to but very cumbersome to setup to be mobile around. UHF repeater can go 1.5km~3km UHF Repeater: https://www.supermotoxl.com/resource...e=img&id=15614 |
Re: Guides how to build FPV truck - compilation of resources OUch! forgot to post some vid updates on our 2020 activites so here are some: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KG0mtPO2DYA <iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/KG0mtPO2DYA" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=itPtH0Jxds4 <iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/itPtH0Jxds4" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DOmJ-uILzuQ <iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/DOmJ-uILzuQ" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> |
Re: Guides how to build FPV truck - compilation of resources Another night gathering. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HFYipKiI714 <iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/HFYipKiI714" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> |
Re: Guides how to build FPV truck - compilation of resources Axial Maxximus out under drizzle weather at night with my bud. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eROAJIqTLLI <iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/eROAJIqTLLI" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> |
Re: Guides how to build FPV truck - compilation of resources Our muddin adventures https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xeBGM5BeO0s <iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/xeBGM5BeO0s" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> |
Re: Guides how to build FPV truck - compilation of resources My bud busted his gearbox.... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jWbOIIgNr4k <iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/jWbOIIgNr4k" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> |
Re: Guides how to build FPV truck - compilation of resources Our dramatic night adventures in heavy rain at the end. Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qelSQkORfcs <iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/qelSQkORfcs" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> |
Re: Guides how to build FPV truck - compilation of resources Chill drive around the blocks. Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TIqnpukXcds <iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/TIqnpukXcds" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> |
Re: Guides how to build FPV truck - compilation of resources Thanks for sharing this. Had a buddy mention something about this and sounds awesome but had no idea where to start. Sent from my SM-S906U using Tapatalk |
Re: Guides how to build FPV truck - compilation of resources ive been doing it all wrong i just strap my cell phone to my rig and use a security camera app to push out the signal then use my tv for a screen but the best i can get has been half way accross the property the new radio claimes 400-600 meters though so maybe i can get some more range out of it the video quality depends on the internet signal some times its fine but other times it lages hard i like the camera in place of the drivers head thats pretty cool i would like a better set up but there not cheap |
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