[MOC] Skunk Hot Rod

[BusterHaus]

I'm hesitant to post this after sm 01 showed his Hot Rod - Lucky 13.

That being said, the Skunk Hot Rod my first MOC with Power Functions. Two large motors provide rear wheel drive through an adder (differential). The steering is done by a servo motor. The elements are placed asymmetrically to lower the COG. The battery box is in the trunk and its switch is accessible through a swivel door.

Suspension is independent in the front, trailing arm (is this the correct term?) in the rear. I used the small shocks for two reasons: the travel is supposed to be short, and I wanted the suspension to be preloaded about halfway. Because of this, you can see the car bounce up when you switch the travel direction rapidly.

The car drives very well although the steering is very slack because of the multiple gears. If I were to rebuild this again, I'd place the servo where the engine should go and would hide the two L motors. Here are some pictures and a video:

[MajklSpajkl]

Hi,

if we would only post our MOCs, that are on the same level as those of the legends we all look up to, then we would never post anything and we would never grow as builders.

I actually quite like your creation, perhaps the L motor sticking out should be placed differently, but I find the bouncing of the car very cool - it sorta reminds me on those low riders full of hydraulics bouncing crazy on the american streets

And your photos are fantastic!!! Very clear and good lightening, I'd say.

Best regards.

[Black-Build]

Very creative motor placement Well done!

[sm 01]

Thanks BusterHaus!

Never hesitate to post your work! Each creation is a special opportunity to learn something new; first from building process and then from feedback of people with whom you share it.

I like the combination of motors you have used, actually it is the same as in my Lucky 13 but your hot rod is much lighter and faster.

It has great handling and very nice soft suspension - Nice video too! It looks like a lot of fun to play with!

As you have also mentioned, perhaps it would look better (more realistic) with different placement of motors - I would definitely like to see another hot rod from you!