arshiaIQ Posted September 7, 2016 Posted September 7, 2016 The front axle bends under load with current setup. I would make it more robust Quote
Myers Lego Technic Posted September 7, 2016 Posted September 7, 2016 That is a good point, and one of the problems with many larger Mocs. Even sheepos long nose truck had a front axle bend. Quote
Lego2016Lego Posted September 7, 2016 Author Posted September 7, 2016 (edited) Sorry for the lack of updates I have been busy and I have been organizing my Legos. But I have redone the back suspension and it is powered by 2 XL motors nowew I have a new signature. Edited September 7, 2016 by Lego2016Lego Quote
Lego2016Lego Posted September 8, 2016 Author Posted September 8, 2016 Update time! I have redone the front suspension so it is a lot more robust and I have upgraded the back suspension so it has 2 XL motors now. I also have made a new chassis and I have a photo place now. Tell me what you think! Quote
JJ2 Posted September 8, 2016 Posted September 8, 2016 Much, MUCH, better, it looks a lot stronger, I would recommend widening the body in between the front and rear axles with some 5x7 frames to make bodywork much easier and stronger. Quote
Lego2016Lego Posted September 8, 2016 Author Posted September 8, 2016 (edited) Much, MUCH, better, it looks a lot stronger, I would recommend widening the body in between the front and rear axles with some 5x7 frames to make bodywork much easier and stronger. Thank you and I don't have any more 5x7 frames Edited September 8, 2016 by Lego2016Lego Quote
Lego2016Lego Posted September 8, 2016 Author Posted September 8, 2016 I made a stand for my camera Quote
syclone Posted September 8, 2016 Posted September 8, 2016 It looks like your camera focused on the background. The axle looks a lot sturdier Quote
Lego2016Lego Posted September 8, 2016 Author Posted September 8, 2016 It looks like your camera focused on the background. The axle looks a lot sturdier Thank you! Quote
MRP_ Posted September 8, 2016 Posted September 8, 2016 just curious, what are you using for wheel hubs in the front axle? maybe you could take a picture without the rims on? Quote
Lego2016Lego Posted September 8, 2016 Author Posted September 8, 2016 just curious, what are you using for wheel hubs in the front axle? maybe you could take a picture without the rims on? I will need to do that tomorrow but I will. Quote
JJ2 Posted September 8, 2016 Posted September 8, 2016 Thank you and I don't have any more 5x7 frames Use studded beams, the make a very strong chassis if reinforced at the angles and vertically using plates. Quote
Lego2016Lego Posted September 9, 2016 Author Posted September 9, 2016 I have added most of the bucket (I need to order parts) and I got the wheels in. @MRP_ Tell me what you think! Quote
AkiyamaWataru Posted September 9, 2016 Posted September 9, 2016 You should check your Chassis it is bending quite much. It is visible between the front and middle axle Quote
Victor Imaginator Posted September 9, 2016 Posted September 9, 2016 With new wheels and Bucket made from 5x11 panels whole model looks more serious. Great progress. The only thing i noticed - axles with u-joints looks weak without bracing. ...start to reminds that massive 4-axle dump truck by Lucio Switch) Quote
Lego2016Lego Posted September 9, 2016 Author Posted September 9, 2016 (edited) You should check your Chassis it is bending quite much. It is visible between the front and middle axle I know I am going to reinforce it. With new wheels and Bucket made from 5x11 panels whole model looks more serious. Great progress. The only thing i noticed - axles with u-joints looks weak without bracing. ...start to reminds that massive 4-axle dump truck by Lucio Switch) It is strong and thank you. Edited September 9, 2016 by Lego2016Lego Quote
Rascko Posted September 9, 2016 Posted September 9, 2016 I know I am going to reinforce it.Try to use some truss-like construction, with diagonal elements, connecting parallel beams. Making triangles like 3-4-5, 7-9-11 or 6-13-14 (every number is a triangle side length in studs) could help you much in creating rigid and strong constructions. Quote
Lego2016Lego Posted September 9, 2016 Author Posted September 9, 2016 I have made a body but I will redo it later because I is very bad. Tell me what you think! Quote
MRP_ Posted September 9, 2016 Posted September 9, 2016 wow, so much progress! looks much better with all the tires! imo the cab looks fine! although it's your build so do whatever you want. Quote
Myers Lego Technic Posted September 9, 2016 Posted September 9, 2016 It is going very well! But do you not have enough space to put the battery somewhere else and have a fake engine? Quote
Lego2016Lego Posted September 9, 2016 Author Posted September 9, 2016 wow, so much progress! looks much better with all the tires! imo the cab looks fine! although it's your build so do whatever you want. Thank you! It is going very well! But do you not have enough space to put the battery somewhere else and have a fake engine? I don't want one. Quote
suffocation Posted September 10, 2016 Posted September 10, 2016 You've come so far so quickly! Keep up the good work, enjoy yourself and never stop learning. Quote
Kman860 Posted September 10, 2016 Posted September 10, 2016 It is strong and thank you. This has come really far, and looks great, but I'd say that axle from the XL motor to the LA needs some reinforcing. Quote
Lego2016Lego Posted September 10, 2016 Author Posted September 10, 2016 I have finished the cab It has opening doors, an opening hood, chairs with movable armrests, and an interior. I also have moved the receiver. Tell me what you think. Quote
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