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Anyone into R/C?

Discussion in 'Sports, Hobbies & Interests' started by A.D., Feb 7, 2009.

  1. Jan 13, 2025 at 2:30 PM
    Strictlytoyz

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    I would reccomend getting the module so you can adjust via their app. You can set everything from throttle trim, start up power, voltage cutoff, drag brake, punch, voltage to the steering servo etc. It took some tinkering to get my ascent 18 crawling how I wanted.

    Update on the nsdrc rs100 winch servo as a steering servo....while it does work its not ideal. There are no endpoints in steering so if you're not careful you'll break parts. Big lack of speed as it's made for a winch and steering does not return to center unless you manually turn it back to center via chanel 1. Put an order in for their steering model so that'll be last to arrive since it's in pre order status. At least I have this servo for if I ever decide to build a rig with a winch. Or maybe I'll use it to suck down my suspension when it unloads :rolleyes:
     
  2. Jan 13, 2025 at 2:41 PM
    Deathbysnusnu

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    I'm down to links and driveshafts. And hardware, some screws and stuff might help. Maybe a set of shocks too...
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    I have enough servo's, RX's and batteries laying around to start it off.
     
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    I'm sure you have tons of RC parts but for us newbies, we went with this kit

    https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09KNQLJ1R?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
     
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    I just ordered the Injora 40mm Big Bore shocks for the build.

    So now, just need my links to ship out and I can move forward with building!
     
  5. Jan 13, 2025 at 3:05 PM
    Deathbysnusnu

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    perfect, I think I'll hold off since those can be delivered next day. :D I really just need the pivot balls and might have enough in the heli parts kit, depending on size. I think 16 are needed just for the suspension. Steering axle should come with it's own, shocks may or may not need them depending on the ends. I'll figure all that out as parts show up. But it's nice to know they are easy and quick to source.

    When you sized your links, did you go for any particular vehicle like the Deadbolt, Gladiator, etc, or are you doing custom lengths?
     
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  6. Jan 13, 2025 at 3:14 PM
    Kwikvette

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    So, most that use an XL chassis go by "Gladiator" for their length

    C Bolt is just a hair shorter, and it's a Hybrid setup (C10 front, Deadbolt rear)

    I'm new to all this but there's benefits for longer wheelbase that you can't get on a shorter wheelbase and vice versa

    So I went with a C Bolt setup as recommended by a link-builder otherwise I would've ordered Gladiator links from Mazz themselves (but sold out)

    Kind of glad I didn't buy Mazz links cause I didn't want to run into issues with my links hitting my motor
     
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  7. Jan 13, 2025 at 3:18 PM
    Deathbysnusnu

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    Is it a crime to install Injora links on a Mazz chassis? :p
    This might be where I screw up. I'm getting the shorter chassis, and looking at these links for the Gladiator. Also solves the need for pivot balls.
    https://www.amazon.com/INJORA-Clearance-Stainless-Gladiator-AXI00005/dp/B0B2W5H7V6?th=1
     
  8. Jan 13, 2025 at 3:19 PM
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    Just shoot Tyler a message ;)

    And I hope not!

    I'll have Injora wheels and Injora shocks going on my comp build :anonymous:

    Then again it is a budget build...
     
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  9. Jan 13, 2025 at 3:29 PM
    Deathbysnusnu

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    I'm not on Facebook. :anonymous:
    So it looks like the chassis length difference is in the rear only. Meaning the front can take all the lengths available.
    With that reasoning, the short chassis should be able to take the longer rear links, just needing the appropriate driveshaft, which may be the same, and maybe longer shocks or be able to use the end holes for the shock mount if all four are the same length..
    I could be way off though.
    Those Injora links are cheaper than lunch right now, I can order all the sets, go hybrid if wanted, and send back what I don't want. Thank you Amazon!. :D
     
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  10. Jan 13, 2025 at 3:39 PM
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    Aside from a handling perspective, the link length will also determine (to an extent) the body you'll sit on top.

    In my case for example, Gladiator links are 70mm (upper) and 78mm (lower) for the rears. Deadbolt links are 61.5mm (upper) and 69mm (lower) for the rears.

    For the front, Gladiator and C10 links are the same but I guess it just makes it easier to say "C Bolt" when discussing wheelbase lengths.

    The Cliffhanger body I bought is meant for a 135mm wheelbase, and seeing as how I'll be pushing something longer than that, means the wheels will stick out farther both in the front and the back when installed like this example -

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    Had I gone Gladiator links for both front and rear, I'd risk getting hung up over obstacles along with having a silly looking setup.
     
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  11. Jan 13, 2025 at 3:46 PM
    Deathbysnusnu

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    The wheel base numbers are helpful. This is the body I want, at 155mm wheel base. But I'm open to other bodies too.
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    I guess I need to hit the Axial site and see what the wheelbase #'s are. I haven't placed any orders just yet, already changed 3 carts several times as it is. :rofl:doing my homework on the fly.
     
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    Glad the info is helpful!

    @Strictlytoyz and I have been shooting from the hip, and now that we're a little more informed it all sort of makes more sense now.

    I'm going to run the body I bought because it's going to have a plain color, and I won't care if it gets beat up. That and I haven't painted in years so I won't feel bad if I fuck it up :anonymous:
     
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  13. Jan 13, 2025 at 3:57 PM
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    Man, that LGRP body looks good.

    Not sure how I skipped it.
     
  14. Jan 13, 2025 at 4:05 PM
    Deathbysnusnu

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    After re-reading this, and cruising the axial site, I'm under the impression the hybrid of C10/Gladiator fronts combined with Deadbolt rears give a more equal length or balanced front and rear?
    The C10 at 132mm
    Deadbolt at 133.5mm
    Gladiator at 155mm (included for some kind of math)
    Assuming some kind of math, the combined C10 front with Deadbolt rear should be in the neighborhood of roughly around 140ishmm's?
     
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    Deathbysnusnu

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    I guess to the point would be that the C10 and Gladiator both have the same length front links, which I assume are longer than the Deadbolt front links.
    So combining the C10 front links with Deadbolt rear links brings the links closer to equal for a more ideal wheel base?
     
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    Yep, I've read somewhere between 143mm to 145mm length for the C Bolt.

    Though a lot of comp rigs are running gladiator length links without issue, I guess I just wanted to opt for a setup that by itself is supposed to perform really well.

    An experienced crawler with a gladiator or deadbolt wheelbase will outdo me on the course with my setup.

    Need to have that driver mod :laughing:
     
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    Gotta get that practice in :curls:

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    Deathbysnusnu

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    That little bug buggy I just built has a wheelbase of 147mm.
    That seems about right. 155mm would def climb better, but get hung up on the belly.
    132mm would be the opposite. A mere difference of 23mm between longest and shortest,
    So aiming for around 145mm, the short chassis should be fine. The frame rails being closer to the rear is primarily for a bumper too I would imagine, depending on the class you run. Longer bumper mounts can certainly be made.
    I added both C10 and Bolt links to the cart. Now I'll have extra swivel balls.
    I can cut that body into a single cab. :p
     
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    @Strictlytoyz posted the rules a page or two back

    No bumpers for what I saw (class 2 or 3)

    Think class 1 is basically a stock chassis with hop up parts? And the body counts as having a bumper anyway if I recall

    Rules are a bit more lax compared to 1/10 scale
     
  20. Jan 13, 2025 at 4:43 PM
    Deathbysnusnu

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    Ah, missed that. Bumpers for class 1 and class 0, none for 2 and 3.
     

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