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Re: RC10 MIP 4WD help Needed
Posted: Wed Oct 04, 2017 7:38 am
by Lonestar
So much MIP RC Porn on this thread... this is mildly disturbing

Re: RC10 MIP 4WD help Needed
Posted: Wed Oct 04, 2017 9:06 am
by Asso_man!
Lonestar wrote: ↑Wed Oct 04, 2017 7:38 am
So much MIP RC Porn on this thread... this is mildly disturbing
Need some tissues

?
Re: RC10 MIP 4WD help Needed
Posted: Wed Oct 04, 2017 9:40 am
by limestang
Hi Asso-man, can you upload the photo ( Photobucket not working). Im interested in your setup with the bulkhead.
Thanks Limestang
Re: RC10 MIP 4WD help Needed
Posted: Wed Oct 04, 2017 9:57 am
by Asso_man!
Re: RC10 MIP 4WD help Needed
Posted: Wed Oct 04, 2017 10:26 am
by Lonestar
Asso_man! wrote: ↑Wed Oct 04, 2017 9:06 am
Lonestar wrote: ↑Wed Oct 04, 2017 7:38 am
So much MIP RC Porn on this thread... this is mildly disturbing
Need some tissues

?
At least

Re: RC10 MIP 4WD help Needed
Posted: Thu Oct 05, 2017 9:36 pm
by limestang
A couple of updates (fine tuning and fasteners needed):
1) I remembered reading that kyosho cvd's fit this application. I found a pair from an ultima project, and not only do they fit, they also provide the needed engagement.
2) in an attempt to not add a bunch of extra holes to the chassis, I experimented with an A3 TC3 rack unit. It fits using the factory holes, provides good clearance and functions well. I know what your thinking, holes are now needed for the servo. I realize this, but I most likely wont add electronics.
3) Mounted wheels:)
Next I will secure the front diff and belt guide. I will also install a cool set of shock towers (Designed and Fabricated by Jeff).
-Limestang
Re: RC10 MIP 4WD help Needed
Posted: Thu Oct 05, 2017 9:46 pm
by GoMachV
Nothing wrong with Servo tape if you end up putting electronics in it. We all ran it back in the day

Re: RC10 MIP 4WD help Needed
Posted: Fri Oct 06, 2017 9:14 pm
by mk-Zero
Looking good!
Re: RC10 MIP 4WD help Needed
Posted: Fri Oct 06, 2017 11:37 pm
by limestang
Thanks guys for compliments, suggestions, and encouragement. Any advice on drilling clean holes in the AE graphite chassis? I need to mount the front diff and the red belt guide.
Re: RC10 MIP 4WD help Needed
Posted: Sat Oct 07, 2017 3:16 am
by Asso_man!
Looks good but I would use rear tires on the front with larger rims. Mark your drilling points first with a punching tool and use the templates. Then drill carefully, ideally with a vertical standing drill and a diamond tip. Where is that front bulkhead from?
Re: RC10 MIP 4WD help Needed
Posted: Sat Oct 07, 2017 9:12 am
by jwscab
To add to drilling tips, put a patch of masking tape on the chassis before marking, center punch, and the most important part- drill in a press and back up the chassis with a sacrificial plate, like some scrap fiberglass or hardwood or Plexiglas. something that will.support the hole when the drill breaks out, otherwise the carbon can split.
Re: RC10 MIP 4WD help Needed
Posted: Sat Oct 07, 2017 8:39 pm
by limestang
I believe the front bulkead is custom fabbed. It was installed on an rc10 I purchased years ago. There Is no brand marking, and the surfaces appear machined.
I will try and remember where ai put the leftover wheel spacers, and then keep an eye out for suitable tires.
Regarding the drilling, here's my current understanding:
1) apply tape to top of chassis
2) use template to determine hole positions
3) center punch hole locations
4) Drill using a drill press
5) use a hard sacrificial backing plate
6) use diamond cutting bit
Do I clamp the sacrificial backing plate?
Any advise on cuttting speed?
Any other recommendations?
Thanks Limestang
Re: RC10 MIP 4WD help Needed
Posted: Sat Oct 07, 2017 8:55 pm
by scr8p
I can't think of his name right now............. maybe it was Toasted Coastie? But that bulkhead looks like the ones he had made by New Era.
Re: RC10 MIP 4WD help Needed
Posted: Mon Oct 09, 2017 11:36 pm
by aip47-2008
Re: RC10 MIP 4WD help Needed
Posted: Tue Oct 10, 2017 8:58 am
by limestang
Need advice from someone with experience with MIP belt conversion. I am getting interference between the MIP trans and the belt pulley, to the point where it won't turn. Do I need to machine off the MIP letters from the trans case to make clearance or is the shaft too short?
Thanks Limestang