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Re: Factory Works 180* Steering Bellcrank Build

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While I'm waiting on some more TLR parts for the battery bulkhead option I started looking at the Exotek parts like I used on the C2 "Tuber" build.

One of the carbon fiber lipo straps had a little bit of de-lamination on the end, which I've repaired with some medium CA glue. This time, I have some blue (sky blue) machined hex stand offs from Tuning Haus. They are available in different colors and lengths from https://www.tqrcracing.com/ or you could buy direct? Yes, they have purple ones too. :mrgreen:
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When I disassembled to figure out the battery placement I noticed that the trailing arm pivot was leaving a mark on the ESC stand offs. Not bad, but it was marring the surface. I pulled them off and made a 0.020" reduction of the diameter. Now I'm happy. :D
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Re: Factory Works 180* Steering Bellcrank Build

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A simple problem requires a simple solution. Very nice. :D
There's so many benefits to owning a lathe.
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Earlier, I had made some wing hardware but was not real happy with them. They could have used a couple of more cuts,45 degrees here and there. So... I drilled some more rod (1/16" for the wire) in prep for a couple of more. Seeing as I'm waiting on some parts and a new Reedy Wolf Pack lipo shorty. I have something to get into. 8)
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Mail was running a little late today, dense fog this morning. Packages arrived for the battery hold down, a couple of options to work with.
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Motor plate heat sinks from 3/8" rod. They might not do much, but look cool. 8)
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Re: Factory Works 180* Steering Bellcrank Build

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I've got the wing mount hardware finished now, whether I use the wing or not, it's still done. :mrgreen:
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Working on getting the Andy's Renegade body to fit now. I'm close, not perfect though.
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Re: Factory Works 180* Steering Bellcrank Build

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Sweet!
Andy's Renegade body is timeless and it looks like it'l fit the trailing arm chassis well. I reckon it's really tricky to trim around those canted rear shocks (probably require a little extra clearance so they'll swing freely). Looking good!! 8)
Do you have a paint scheme in mind?
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Re: Factory Works 180* Steering Bellcrank Build

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Yes, rather tricky. I found a way though...

Eyeball the shock mount hole and drill/ream the screw hole position. Use a long 3mm screw and mount the shock, use a sharpie pen to draw the outline of the shock body/spring.

I've not figured out a paint scheme yet but would like to use gunmetal,chrome,blue and white.
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Re: Factory Works 180* Steering Bellcrank Build

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That seems like a good method. Your eyeball must be calibrated 'cause you appear to have nailed the shock cutout perfectly. Well done Nomad!! :D
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