The Typhoon project ! ! ! Rustler 4x4

[Gresvk]

So...the time had come for me to start a project thread

My initial approach would be to keep things around engine/gearing stock and focus on driveability and durability.

The first goodies are in the way.

What I'm thinking for now is to improve the airflow to keep the temperatures lower, by cutting the body as at the picture below and find a way to keep rocks etc from getting in.

 

[WickedFog]

I think the safest place to put holes in your RC body is in the front/rear of the car. I have see where people hsve added a row of holes in the front, and a row in the back, to allow the air to flow through. But RC cars kick up so much dirt, I don't think it matters where you put the holes

 

[Chubaka]

If it was me, I would glue a scrap piece of lexan a little bit larger then the area of holes you want. This will add a little support to said area. Printer paper seems tougher the factor bodies.

Have you considered heat sinks and fans?

 

[Doom!]

If you are adding airflow vents try to keep the inlets as low as possible so they don't create lift. Also the exit holes should be at least twice the size of the inlets to keep proper airflow. And @Chubaka 's suggestion for reinforcing the holes is really good advice. Window screen works great for keeping larger bits out of your new vent holes.

 

[ahr43]

Off to a good start, Gresvk. Following now to see how your project progresses. This is an off-road project, or a dual sport project?

Is this a TSM model? Wanting to bookmark one on the TRX site to follow along on this build. Cheers. 'AC'

 

[Gresvk]

Update

I decided to cut it on the top and I would add a net behind as advised

I'm still looking for a fan and heat sink.
Temps are stil low here and I'm taking it easy with the drives

I replaced the rear bumper and experimented with this rubber thing with the hope to absorve more force with out braking

Installed the frame reinforcement and bought a set of street tires

I would use the truck on and off road withe preference for off road, however I dont want to destroy the offroad tyres when I drive on asphalt/pavement now and then.

 

[Gresvk]

Two extra cuts and net applied.
Wondering if it would last

 

[Gresvk]

Next in line rpm caster blocks and spindle blocks

Heat sink also fitted and cable rerouting to make space for the fan(next shipment)

2 carbon sheets on the way to experiment with

 

[Gresvk]

Rpm rear carriers

I got my 2 fans also and I'm thinking of mounting them this way...
Should the fan contact the heatsink ?

 

[Gresvk]

ESC fan installed

 

[Gresvk]

1mm carbon sheets arrived

I'm thinking about gluing (?) On one side of the arms

Other ideas are front and rear fenders ,skid plates or shock bar reinforcement

Any ideas ??

 

[Gresvk]

First prototype ready !
I think i would glue it with Loctite 480 and a single screw to be sure.

1mm carbon sheets arrived

I'm thinking about gluing (?) On one side of the arms

View attachment 146327

Other ideas are front and rear fenders ,skid plates or shock bar reinforcement

Any ideas ??

 

[Gresvk]

Fans up and running

 

[Gresvk]

Tempature and voltage sensor installed.

What would be the waring threshold to set for a stock setting ?

The arm with the the carbon reinforcement (prototype)works great so far.