ben20 Posted October 15, 2016 Posted October 15, 2016 (edited) A couple years ago i want to improve the axles on my wheel loader. The biggest problem was that i disassembled it so much that i had no idea how to put it back together to the original version At that time i was also at work with rc models, bruder build to working models, so the Lego project was on hold. But after now 2 years i missed a loader in my collection. The easy way was to build a Bruder loader because they are a lot faster to build and take less sleepless nights than a lego model But Since the L350F is my favorite loader and bruder have no Volvo models that was a problem. So the only way for me was to build the loader again. When building i got the idea to mix Lego with rc parts so i have both, a Lego model but with rc parts. After a lot of work this is the result... Some facts: Drivetrain uses metal Lego axles for minimum backlash when loading. Propulsion by pf xl, steering pf medium. The boom was original made with large actuators from lego like my first model, but for extra weight and power i decided to use Cti actuators for the functions. Lights in front, back, under the cab, and on the roof a warning light. The back and brake lights are part of a module, so they work automatic when brake or reverse For control i use 2.4ghz system. In fact thats what makes the functions smooth, if i used 2.4ghz for my first loader it would also run as smooth as this (except for the backlash) Stickers are from the technic L350f, they give a cool extra realism Edited October 15, 2016 by ben20 Quote
Boxerlego Posted October 15, 2016 Posted October 15, 2016 Wow, Excellent work. That is incredible to watch. Well done and they say Lego cant be RC. 1 hour ago, ben20 said: Drivetrain uses metal Lego axles for minimum backlash when loading. Nice! Quote
efferman Posted October 16, 2016 Posted October 16, 2016 wow, very smooth , but fast movements. Could you please share some pictures from the drivetrain and other interiors? Quote
timslegos Posted October 16, 2016 Posted October 16, 2016 Great video, you are certainly a smooth driver. I would love to see pictures of the internals. Quote
ben20 Posted October 17, 2016 Author Posted October 17, 2016 http://www.moc-pages.com/moc.php/433674 Quote
Aventador2004 Posted April 15, 2018 Posted April 15, 2018 Wow! Great work, system and technic FTW. For the win . Quote
1gor Posted April 16, 2018 Posted April 16, 2018 It works very smooth and design is very smooth Quote
TeamThrifty Posted April 16, 2018 Posted April 16, 2018 I love the sound of metal axles - i'm using some none-lego 130mm tractor tyres for a couple of tractor projects and they cause a lot of twist in standard axles. Can you send me details about these axles? Are they available to buy from somewhere? Quote
ben20 Posted April 16, 2018 Author Posted April 16, 2018 8 hours ago, TeamThrifty said: I love the sound of metal axles - i'm using some none-lego 130mm tractor tyres for a couple of tractor projects and they cause a lot of twist in standard axles. Can you send me details about these axles? Are they available to buy from somewhere? https://store.bricklink.com/Eezo#/shop?o={"showHomeItems":1} It's best to try out first your drivetrain with normal axles. If your model is finishd, then you swap the normal ones with the metal axles. This because you would damage the x hole if you slide it to much in and out lego pieces (not a tight fit after that). But when installed no problem, And since it's metal, try to avoid high rpm and use some lube for less wear of the plastic Quote
dannydos Posted April 16, 2018 Posted April 16, 2018 Awesome model! Where did you purchase cti actuators? Quote
ben20 Posted April 16, 2018 Author Posted April 16, 2018 (edited) 7 minutes ago, ben20 said: It's a german shop for rc and bruder conversion 'ctimodelbau' but i used these because i want to work in real sand and stones. The normal actuators from lego are also good, but i put this to the extreme because i want the perfect curve in the front and there is no room to do it with the lego actuators and drive See my first loader, it work verry well, even with the ir remote, with a custom transmiter the functions of my first loader would be also as smooth as this model (exept backlash and power, v2 is stronger) Edited April 16, 2018 by ben20 Quote
AFOLegofan66 Posted April 16, 2018 Posted April 16, 2018 Very smooth action...nice job on this!! Quote
sirslayer Posted April 20, 2018 Posted April 20, 2018 very good performance !! Very custom Lego set? Quote
ben20 Posted March 17, 2019 Author Posted March 17, 2019 (edited) More soul :) And changed the wheel covers to M_Longer's version Edited March 17, 2019 by ben20 Quote
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