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Re: New Optima-based Build
Posted: Tue Mar 19, 2019 2:06 am
by Mr. ED
Where is the lower part of the chain going to run? It looks like the pink parts are obstructing.
Re: New Optima-based Build
Posted: Tue Mar 19, 2019 7:43 am
by jwscab
The pink part is a radiant style chain guard/cover and lower brace. It's hollow inside and the lower plate encloses the chain.
Re: New Optima-based Build
Posted: Tue Mar 19, 2019 8:53 am
by ROH73
Correct. Here's a cross section view through the center of the guide:
Re: New Optima-based Build
Posted: Wed Mar 20, 2019 2:51 pm
by Mr. ED
Ah! Cool!
Re: New Optima-based Build
Posted: Tue Dec 31, 2019 12:14 pm
by ROH73
An update. I've had printed parts, and a donor Turbo Optima, sitting around for months. But, I've finally had some time over the holiday break to break the donor car down and do a trial assembly. It's coming along well and I've already seen a few things that can be improved. The chassis side pieces are 3D printed for now; I'll go with fiberglass, carbon fiber or aluminum for the final build. Or I may try printing a carbon fiber nylon. And I have a name for the car: The Turbo Pro Optiant
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Re: New Optima-based Build
Posted: Mon Jun 22, 2020 9:29 pm
by ROH73
Slowly getting there. Should be the final version of all the printed/fabricated parts...until I run it and something falls apart in the first minute
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Re: New Optima-based Build
Posted: Thu Jun 25, 2020 10:04 pm
by ROH73
Made some more progress today. Got the steering servo in, battery mounts installed and an additional chassis stiffener behind the spur gear. At this pace, I may actually get to test run it (sans body) this weekend!
Re: New Optima-based Build
Posted: Fri Jun 26, 2020 1:56 am
by Mr. ED
Looks factory made! Well done
Re: New Optima-based Build
Posted: Fri Jun 26, 2020 3:38 am
by Dadio
Love it ! any idea what style body your going to use ?
Re: New Optima-based Build
Posted: Fri Jun 26, 2020 6:41 am
by matt1ptkn
Agreed; this project is really turning out spectacular!
Re: New Optima-based Build
Posted: Fri Jun 26, 2020 10:53 am
by ROH73
Mr. ED wrote: ↑Fri Jun 26, 2020 1:56 am
Looks factory made! Well done
matt1ptkn wrote: ↑Fri Jun 26, 2020 6:41 am
Agreed; this project is really turning out spectacular!
Thank you! I think the Kyosho designers would have done a better job, though. There are some inadequacies and more will show up when I drive it.
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Re: New Optima-based Build
Posted: Fri Jun 26, 2020 11:15 am
by ROH73
Dadio wrote: ↑Fri Jun 26, 2020 3:38 am
Love it ! any idea what style body your going to use ?
Thanks! I have an AYK Boost repro body from Sabula Tech. I originally wanted to use a Parma Desert Dog body, but it won't fit without extensive cutting.
Re: New Optima-based Build
Posted: Fri Jun 26, 2020 2:30 pm
by Dadio
That should look cool !
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Re: New Optima-based Build
Posted: Fri Jun 26, 2020 3:53 pm
by coxbros1
ROH73 wrote: ↑Fri Jun 26, 2020 11:15 am
Dadio wrote: ↑Fri Jun 26, 2020 3:38 am
Love it ! any idea what style body your going to use ?
Thanks! I have an AYK Boost repro body from Sabula Tech. I originally wanted to use a Parma Desert Dog body, but it won't fit without extensive cutting.
Dang! Desert Dog is a classic piece! Nice car tho
Re: New Optima-based Build
Posted: Fri Jun 26, 2020 9:49 pm
by ROH73