VKTechnic Posted July 15, 2014 Posted July 15, 2014 This past Saturday, I rebuild my abandoned Mustang chassis (and made some improvements) . Here's what I got done: Features are all the same so far: - Front independent suspension with Anti-dive geometry, caster angle, kingpin inclination, and Ackerman geometry - Rear leaf spring suspension - Return-to-center R/C steering - Remote control drive The main improvement with this chassis so far is a slightly more compact gear system for the steering, which allowed me to move the drive motor up (and add a second drive motor). Here's the old chassis for comparison: This Saturday, at 12:00 PM Pacific Time, I'll be hosting another build livestream. There, I'll be building the cabin and dashboard, possibly more. Here's the link. In the meantime, what do you guys think of the rebuild so far? Quote
Rail Co Posted July 15, 2014 Posted July 15, 2014 I already like the base work of the chassis love the incorporation of the L motors! Quote
VKTechnic Posted July 16, 2014 Author Posted July 16, 2014 After playing around with the new Mustang chassis, I noticed that the rear axle was too stiff. So, I started tinkering with slightly longer leaf springs, and before I knew it, I had rebuilt the entire rear section of the Mustang. It now has 16L leaf springs (14L previously), and I've also increased the caster angle. Smaller improvements include a cleaner design, longer driveshaft between CV joints, and a dial for controlling battery box power (useful for light brightness). The front axle is the same as before, nothing changed there. Thoughts? Quote
nicjasno Posted July 17, 2014 Posted July 17, 2014 Can't wait to see sthis compelted. I like the fact that the battery box is where the real life fuel tank would be :) Quote
VKTechnic Posted July 18, 2014 Author Posted July 18, 2014 Added an anti-roll bar to the front suspension today, and after updating the LDD file, I made this presentation of the suspension features. Quote
Zerobricks Posted July 18, 2014 Posted July 18, 2014 How does front suspension work? The spring seems to be quite a dsitance from the actual arm? Quote
Marcel1980 Posted July 18, 2014 Posted July 18, 2014 Cant wait for the LDD. I really want to make that front suspension! Quote
VKTechnic Posted July 19, 2014 Author Posted July 19, 2014 (edited) In less than 2 hours, I'll be livestreaming more building and answering any questions you might have. Event page is here. How does front suspension work? The spring seems to be quite a dsitance from the actual arm? It still works, but the suspension is a lot softer. Cant wait for the LDD. I really want to make that front suspension! I'll release the LDD later today, since I'll be out of town for a week. Edited July 19, 2014 by Victor Kojenov (TFOL) Quote
Eraman Posted July 19, 2014 Posted July 19, 2014 really detailed suspension, i'm waiting for the further details Quote
VKTechnic Posted July 19, 2014 Author Posted July 19, 2014 (edited) Livestreaming now! Link Edited July 19, 2014 by Victor Kojenov (TFOL) Quote
VKTechnic Posted July 19, 2014 Author Posted July 19, 2014 Streamed for 3.5 hours today, got a lot done! Interior is mostly done, with fully adjustable front seats, working steering wheel, and opening console box. Also started work on the front end, with temporary gray panels (will order red ones). The hood opens with a realistic linkage, like those found on real cars. Minor details include a hood prop rod and some wheel caps. Quote
Black-Build Posted July 20, 2014 Posted July 20, 2014 Awesome, love it! Can't wait to see the finished model! Quote
VKTechnic Posted July 31, 2014 Author Posted July 31, 2014 Was on vacation for a week, but I'm back and building! The car's starting to look more like a Mustang with each day. Also, there will be another livestream this Saturday, again from 12:00-15:00 Pacific time. In the meantime, thoughts on the project so far? Quote
barman Posted July 31, 2014 Posted July 31, 2014 Looking good so far. I really like the front suspension, very well designed Quote
VKTechnic Posted August 2, 2014 Author Posted August 2, 2014 (edited) Livestreaming the rear end in an hour RIGHT NOW, come say hi! (LINK) Edited August 2, 2014 by Victor Kojenov (TFOL) Quote
VKTechnic Posted August 3, 2014 Author Posted August 3, 2014 Almost done! Just need to order some parts from Bricklink (mainly the red panels) and do a few touch ups. Aside from that, this thing still drives, the suspension works flawlessly, and hood, trunk, and doors open! Oh, and I changed the shifter design to look a little nicer Quote
Paul Boratko Posted August 3, 2014 Posted August 3, 2014 Looks great! I need a 5 x 11 and 3 x 11 red panel myself.. Quote
VKTechnic Posted August 3, 2014 Author Posted August 3, 2014 Looks great! I need a 5 x 11 and 3 x 11 red panel myself.. They're dropping in price on Bricklink (finally) Quote
Alasdair Ryan Posted August 3, 2014 Posted August 3, 2014 Do you have a date in mind for your next stream? Quote
VKTechnic Posted August 3, 2014 Author Posted August 3, 2014 Do you have a date in mind for your next stream? Not sure yet. There probably won't be any more streams for the Mustang (since it's basically finished), so the next stream will probably be when the next project starts. Quote
Paul Boratko Posted August 3, 2014 Posted August 3, 2014 (edited) They're dropping in price on Bricklink (finally) I would just order them straight from Lego...They should both only be around $1 to $2 each and should be available very soon... I call them every other day to check on the release... I am doing a Red Version of my Phantasm TT with the Yellow wheels from the 42030... Edited August 3, 2014 by Paul Boratko Quote
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