Scale drive train?

[Vp Monkey]

Should we attack a scale drive train?

And can everyone post up what they prefer in pinion/spur combinations on a ax-10 rig? Since if it is done, I would like it to be designed to the most popular configurations.

Nothing is set in stone. Just doing a little research to see if it was viable, And worthwhile.

[ROCKEDUP RICKY]

Awesome

[BurnLatex]

Niche, imho.

No transfer case, no scale drivetrain.

Maybe I just can't picture what people are wanting with this idea. Enlighten me, everyone..

All I want is bulletproof parts. If you guys make it, it will look awesome, regardless.

[Harley]

Originally Posted by BurnLatex

Niche, imho.

No transfer case, no scale drivetrain.

Maybe I just can't picture what people are wanting with this idea. Enlighten me, everyone..

All I want is bulletproof parts. If you guys make it, it will look awesome, regardless.

The point is scale appearance, which is the fastest growing and likely the largest segment of our hobby.

A scale drivetrain (engine, transmission, transfer case) is something that has not been done well yet. The RC4WD version is cheesy, the Eritex version was headed in the right direction then he bailed with our money.

A scale drivetrain needs to be just that, scale. Outer dimensions and style are most important.

[gabehunt]

Awesome! definatley do it! I would do 32 pich for durabillity. Other than that, Ill start saving my money!!


This will be awesome

[BigSki]

Start with a nice sturdy t-case that has change-able ratios.

[cloudswimmer]

I vote for an Atlas II transfer case

[Harley]

Originally Posted by BigSki

Start with a nice sturdy t-case that has change-able ratios.

I see no reason to complicate the design and raise the cost. How often do you really plan on changing gears sets? I say simple, strong, and looks accurate.

[warriorsimi]

can you make the transfer case so it can lock the front or rear axle?

[BC Racing]

Yes please!

[klabeaume]

I'd be very interested, especially in a 2 speed transfer case

[Modbug]

I agree the point is scale and looks.

Definitely interested, what price range are you guys shooting for?

[BigSki]

Originally Posted by Harley

I see no reason to complicate the design and raise the cost. How often do you really plan on changing gears sets? I say simple, strong, and looks accurate.

If it has the ability to change the ratios it could work for just about anyone- some guys might want a overdrive ratio, some might need a 1:1 and others might need an under drive ratio. Flexibility would make it appeal to anyone.

[Cheatin]

Make sure you name it the "Eritex 500".



"I kid, I kid...."

[Jrob]

I'm gonna say scale ls1 motor and atlas t case. If your doing gears. Make from an 80-94 spur gear

[Harley]

Originally Posted by Jrob

I'm gonna say scale ls1 motor and atlas t case. If your doing gears. Make from an 80-94 spur gear

No spur gear really. It would need to be too large to fit one like that. Reduction would have to happen off of smaller gears (think MOA gear box).

[701 Technique]

I'd definitely be interested in buying one, just not preordering one.

For real I'd want one for every build I do from here on out

[dezfan]

Mmmmmm cheesy!

[Pointman]

Originally Posted by Harley

No spur gear really. It would need to be too large to fit one like that. Reduction would have to happen off of smaller gears (think MOA gear box).

A transmission that nets the same gear reduction as an axial trans, has no spur (for Clearence issues), fits up front between the frame rails, and has as low COG as possible would be stellar.

[ittybitty]

Dont forget youd still have a transfer case that could provide more reduction.