Maybe this is a better angle to see what is going on?
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DLUX super build
- Thread starter Erik D_lux
- Start date
Chaotic Crawlers
I wanna be Dave
Im going to redo my from lowers to single bends.
It seemed to me that the double bend caused more hangups on my super than my 2.2 rig.
I'm curious how your bends will hold up.
Nick bent one of his because the bend was to much, but it wasn't a sweeping bend either.
I really don't think you need a double bend on either lower now that I have some wheel time on mine.
Have a merry Christmas Erik!
Talk to you soon.
Marc
It seemed to me that the double bend caused more hangups on my super than my 2.2 rig.
I'm curious how your bends will hold up.
Nick bent one of his because the bend was to much, but it wasn't a sweeping bend either.
I really don't think you need a double bend on either lower now that I have some wheel time on mine.
Have a merry Christmas Erik!
Talk to you soon.
Marc
Interesting. I have been doing some thinking about links and link geometry after looking at Michael's build and having him saying that he gets link flex. First, I have wondered if having a single bend and not having the rod end at the axle pointing straight is effecting his links and making them more flexible in a way? Also, I wonder what effects having a rod end at the axle pointing straight in the air vs. a rod end at the axle pointing where it would be normally with a straight link, would effect the anti squat? Seems like it would effect it to me?
I am sure much will change on this car, I am just having fun building it and having fun facing the challenges that it is offering. Who knows, maybe it will all be for nothing and I will just go back to a standard Berg type setup?
Merry Christmas to you too!
P.S. Only one exclamation in your post. You're doing good!!!! LOL.
I am sure much will change on this car, I am just having fun building it and having fun facing the challenges that it is offering. Who knows, maybe it will all be for nothing and I will just go back to a standard Berg type setup?
Merry Christmas to you too!
P.S. Only one exclamation in your post. You're doing good!!!! LOL.
Gear Jammer
Quarry Creeper
Nice work on the links and shock mounts Erik."thumbsup"
53 willys
I wanna be Dave
I know you got some updates........;-)....lets see what you got!!
Chaotic Crawlers
I wanna be Dave
Yeah, I do. Sorry I have been slacking. Its been one of those weeks where I cant get anything done. I attempt to do 100 things and can only accomplish 1 if I am lucky. Just chasing my tail over here :lmao:
When I saw 53's tires on his super I knew instantly who would be doing mine. :mrgreen: He does awesome work and I couldnt be happier with the outcome. I went with the Sedona/BC combo. I can already see that I want another set to mix and match so I can run Sedonas on the rear and BC on the front. THANKS AGAIN 53!
And I guess everybody in here is probably pretty used to the size of these things but I am not. These tires look huge!:shock:
Here is a pair of wheels I made for them. I didnt input the correct dimensions (radius vs. diameter) in so the gap in the bead channel didnt turn out right. I only made two though since I didnt have the tires in hand. I should have more material tomorrow so hopefully I will have the time to make a couple more before the new year. I need to go get foam too....
krawlfreak
I wanna be Dave
I am gonna guess 13-15 oz
Gear Jammer
Quarry Creeper
:twisted: Very nice Erik! Is there a reason you went with 4mm BL/standoff bolts?
3.4oz total
The bolts in the standoffs are 6-32, just like the 2.2 and 1.9.
I think this is what they call "Burning the candle at both ends". I am tired but can see the light at the end of the tunnel.
I made a couple of parts tonight and also buttoned up all the shock mounts, servo mounts and chubs now that I know the tires will clear for the most part and that I will not be doing any serious changes from what I can tell.
First thing I made was a battery mount. It attaches to the servo from the top.
Battery mount:
Next thing I did was make an electronics tray that comes off of the gear box panel like my 2.2 battery holder. Taking pictures of clear poly carb is a pain.
I made a couple of parts tonight and also buttoned up all the shock mounts, servo mounts and chubs now that I know the tires will clear for the most part and that I will not be doing any serious changes from what I can tell.
First thing I made was a battery mount. It attaches to the servo from the top.
Battery mount:
Next thing I did was make an electronics tray that comes off of the gear box panel like my 2.2 battery holder. Taking pictures of clear poly carb is a pain.
Picture of the electronics tray installed:
And here is a picture of the battery mount and battery installed. As you can see, there is still pretty good clearance from the bottom.
And here is a picture of the battery mount and battery installed. As you can see, there is still pretty good clearance from the bottom.
Last thing I have for tonight is the servo mounts and steering setup. I am pretty happy with the way it turned out.
Just a couple of things left. I have started the wiring and should have no problem having it wired up tomorrow night. Then, all I will have to do is Tires, wheel, foam and panels.
Oh, and now that I have it all bolted up and am able to man handle it a bit, I am feeling really skeptical of the rear lowers. They feel pretty flimsy. I think I may be making some 1/4 lowers.
Just a couple of things left. I have started the wiring and should have no problem having it wired up tomorrow night. Then, all I will have to do is Tires, wheel, foam and panels.
Oh, and now that I have it all bolted up and am able to man handle it a bit, I am feeling really skeptical of the rear lowers. They feel pretty flimsy. I think I may be making some 1/4 lowers.
Erin
I wanna be Dave
Looking good. Any ideas for a 17mm hex hub on those wheels?
So your using 3/16" for the links currently?
So your using 3/16" for the links currently?
Not sure on the 17mm hex. Are there any you can think of that are bolt on? Why would you want a 17mm hex? Its really hard for me to get away from the SLW hub for the versatility.
Yeah, 3/16 links all the way around. The front feels really rigid but they are much shorter and better overall bends. Even the uppers front and rear seem good to me.
Erin
I wanna be Dave
true, could just switch out to bully 12mm hexes.
makes me think my 5/16" 7075 alum links are bit overkill lol
makes me think my 5/16" 7075 alum links are bit overkill lol
krawlfreak
I wanna be Dave
17 mm for a greater surface area in relation to the overall diameter of the wheel...
i really think you are asking alot from the 3/16th links on the spans in the rear, but i feel your link/shock mounts will let go before you start bending them....especially in cold weather.
i dont want you to take it the wrong way but i think you are asking alot from the materials and designs you are using.
yeah it may end up light but one fall and your done.
supers tend to be harder on parts than a 2.2
just my .02
like i said don't take it the wrong way."thumbsup"
