Electric 1/8th Buggies

[nevens]

I got all bit and pieces but the motor...
If anybody knows a place with Neu 1512 or Lehner 1940 in stock, please let me know.





Can wait to finish it and RUN it :-))

[Dunc]

I was looking at the RC Product Designs 1/8 conversions earlier today. The fit and finish looks good in your pictures, what's it like in the flesh?

A video or two of it in action would be cool once you get hold of a motor, plus some feedback on what it's like to drive.

Your pics have certainly whetted my appetite further

Nice bodyshell btw

[nevens]

Originally Posted by Dunc

I was looking at the RC Product Designs 1/8 conversions earlier today. The fit and finish looks good in your pictures, what's it like in the flesh?

It looks nice and strong! Installation is trouble free, everything fits perfectly. Nice product.

Concerns I have:
- shaft length as central diff is higher, that can be fixed by Mugen shafts
- MaxAmps 4S6000mAh touches the body so I bought a longer and lower Thunder Power 4S5000mAh

Originally Posted by Dunc

A video or two of it in action would be cool once you get hold of a motor, plus some feedback on what it's like to drive.

Your pics have certainly whetted my appetite further

Good
Believe me I can't wait to be able to give some feedback! My Neu motor is ordered for more than 2 months

Originally Posted by Dunc

Nice bodyshell btw

Thanks

[Dunc]

Nicolas,

Have you managed to source a motor yet?

If so, more pics please

[nevens]

Waiting for the Neu was too much of a torture so I ordered a Lehner 1940/5 HiAmps. Got it last Wednesday, ran it yesterday for the first time. As weather is not that good I've run it on tarmac. Man, it's flying! Will do a video when a friend comes to see it.

Updated picture with motor and temp sensor (plus a few hop-ups and some dirt).

[ryan]

That looks really good, i want one

[nevens]

Originally Posted by ryan

That looks really good, i want one

Even if it's Losi rubbish ?
RC Product designs also provides a kit for RC8 if you want to convert.

I have to say I am pleased with it

[GRIFF55]

Nice! what runtime are you getting?

[nevens]

Originally Posted by GRIFF55

Nice! what runtime are you getting?

So far I've run only once with each pack I own (a 4s5000 ThunderPower and a 6s6000 MaxAmps) so nothing's really representative. I also only did straigths back and forth. This being said, I was over 20 minutes with the MaxAmps when I stopped (too cold, couldn't feel my fingers!).

If weather is ok I'll bring it to the track (http://brtc.eu.com/) on Wednesday . Maybe I can put my camcorder somewhere on the side to tape it.

[Dunc]

Originally Posted by nevens

RC Product designs also provides a kit for RC8 if you want to convert.

Is that special order only, as it doesn't appear to be listed on their website?

Looking forward to seeing a video, don't keep us waiting too long!

[nevens]

Ok, I've been too optimistic on this one, RC8 kit is not yet there. Never hurt sending a mail to Dan to push it a bit though ;-)

I've taped a short movie this morning, still on concrete. Not very good movie as I had nobody to hold the camera. It lies on the ground as you'll see... Gives an idea though.

http://sylvestre.net/rc/8ight test.wmv

[Dunc]

Certainly looks pretty rapid.

I like the wipe out of your camera early on

Did you cut the video short of doing the same again at the end?!

[nevens]

Originally Posted by Dunc

Certainly looks pretty rapid.

I like the wipe out of your camera early on

Did you cut the video short of doing the same again at the end?!

I'm afraid so
First time I drove a 1/8, doesn't stop as a 1/10

[nevens]

Just made my first race with Nitros. Was my first since +10 years...

Qualification heats were 5 minutes, finals 15. I got no issue to run that long with the 5000 mAh packs. No overheating, no issue at all, went pretty smooth!

If you're interested to convert a car, be aware that Castle is about to release a specific ESC. It'll be main street pretty soon .

[OldTimer]

I know were there are Neu 1512 2.5D in stock are you in the UK or USA ?

Should have my 8ight soon, and already working on some parts.

I plan on waiting for the CC Monster Max and there own version of the Neu they are bringing out

[nevens]

I'm in Belgium but I have my Neu already (a 2D).
The Monster Max is on pre-order on their website .

[OldTimer]

The monster max is $145 at rcmonster is you use the coupon code mamba monster

[ojoloco]

Originally Posted by nevens

I'm afraid so
First time I drove a 1/8, doesn't stop as a 1/10

That happened to me the second time i drove my E-8ight, it turned my camera into a flying one

Your Losi looks great! I used the RCM motor mount and battery tray, but i'd like to use the RCPD's tray(like yours), it's awesome!

[nevens]

Originally Posted by OldTimer

The monster max is $145 at rcmonster is you use the coupon code mamba monster

I saw that... too late

[nevens]

Originally Posted by ojoloco

That happened to me the second time i drove my E-8ight, it turned my camera into a flying one

Your Losi looks great! I used the RCM motor mount and battery tray, but i'd like to use the RCPD's tray(like yours), it's awesome!

Yes, it's really nice and reliable. I just looks like a factory kit .

I forgot to mention that my first race results were TQ and victory . It was first appearance of a brushless car and I got a lot of interest around my car... Was a nice day!