VKTechnic

Newest update: Completion! See the completed model here! I've had a 3rd pair of Axial Ripsaw 1.9 tires lying around for quite some time, and I figured it's about time to use them. I'll be building a 6x6 truck based on this: So far, I have the axles done: Thoughts?

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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.

They're dropping in price on Bricklink (finally)

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

Livestreaming the rear end in an hour RIGHT NOW, come say hi! (LINK)

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?

I'd recommend looking at the and studying the building techniques used there. Also, if you need an in-depth explanation of suspension features, EngineeringExplained does a good job of that .

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.

Livestreaming now! Link

Either way, you're losing a lot of power from that clutch gear.

That clutch gear might also be an issue. Linear actuators have built in "clutch" mechanisms, so get rid of that white clutch gear and you should get some more power going to the LA.

In less than 2 hours, I'll be livestreaming more building and answering any questions you might have. Event page is here. It still works, but the suspension is a lot softer. I'll release the LDD later today, since I'll be out of town for a week.

Awesome! Any chance we'll get to see these at BrickCon this year?

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Added an anti-roll bar to the front suspension today, and after updating the LDD file, I made this presentation of the suspension features.

To correct the toe-out, you'll of course need to redesign the steering rack, like so: This will give you a more compact setup, and you won't need those half beams to keep the wheel from collapsing in. Plus, you'll have much less bump steer at center and more steering lock.

The way to solve this problem is to move the link mounting points so that the steering link is parallel to the suspension arms. This problem is nicely addressed in at 2:15.

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?

5. ATV Mini ATV by VKTechnic 200 parts Features front pendular suspension, rear independent suspension, HOG steering, and opening tailgate Parts: http://www.eurobricks.com/forum/index.php?showtopic=97269

Finally got the final picture edited! And the obligatory parts picture: Now which one do you think is better, the excavator or the ATV? As of now, I'm siding with the ATV.

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?

I like the way you used the wishbones!

Wow that's a really clean build! Reminds me of Akiyuky's build style.

Livestream went really well today, got the entire chassis rebuilt (with quite a few improvements, too). The front axle is mostly the same, with kingpin inclination, caster angle, Ackerman steering, and anti-dive geometry (you're welcome Aleš). Rear axle uses 100% Lego leafsprings this time, and thanks to a redesign of the steering motor mount, both drive motors fit under the good.