Build Thread The "Unreliant"- A ZaneC Build

[ZaneC]

I started this build yesterday, so I figured I'd share it so far. It's kinda based in a Reliant Robin (hence the name "Unreliant"), but it only has one wheel drive. I ought to say, I'm really proud of the direct drive motor attachment.
Updates when possible.

 

[DavidB1126]

Direct motor to axle drive is crazy. Looking forward to seeing more!

Ah it's a Traxxas axle that's why it's Unreliant

 

[ZaneC]

This is the basic layout.

 

[DavidB1126]

Wonder if it's possible for 1 rear wheel (center) and then 2 front wheels kind of like those sling shot buggy car things.

 

[ZaneC]

Wonder if it's possible for 1 rear wheel (center) and then 2 front wheels kind of like those sling shot buggy car things.

Maybe. But, I want the excuse to call it the Unreliant, and I just like the idea of one wheel in the front XD
Thanks for the idea, though. Maybe another build in the future.

 

[ZaneC]

Got the motor mount made. It's a bit rough, but it'll do. Might clean it up some.

 

[CertifiedMike]

Mr Bean would approve!!!

 

[ZaneC]

Mr Bean would approve!!!

Ohhhh, yeah. I should paint it blue...

 

[ZaneC]

Taking a break, as there is extreme wind right now, and I need to do some video editing.
Made a bit of progress (not worth posting pictures of quite yet), so I do hope to get this thing running today.

 

[ZaneC]

Looks like it's gonna be running tomorrow, however, I have made a bit more progress. Pics soon.

 

[Chubaka]

This is the basic layout.

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If it's one wheel drive...... good chance it will pull hard to the side not being driven. If you turn the way of the driveb wheel, it will spin and not really go anywhere. Atleast all the rwd that broke a drive shaft did.

Good luck and can't wait to see this thing rolling.

 

[ZaneC]

If it's one wheel drive...... good chance it will pull hard to the side not being driven. If you turn the way of the driveb wheel, it will spin and not really go anywhere. Atleast all the rwd that broke a drive shaft did.

Good luck and can't wait to see this thing rolling.

I won't be going pedal to the metal, so I'll have time to gain control. Thanks for the input!

 

[ZaneC]

Made some more progress. These would be considered the rear bearing carriers. Just need to drill out the spots from the bearings/bushings.

 

[ZaneC]

Alright! Back on it!
Gonna drill out them spots now.

 

[ZaneC]

Well, poo monkeys.
Gonna have to figure something else out.

 

[Doom!]

You need to go all carbon fiber! sucks when a plan goes south, but you still got this.

 

[luke66]

Interesting?

This is a fine example of good 'ol American ingenuity!!

 

[ZaneC]

Interesting?

This is a fine example of good 'ol American ingenuity!!

Good ol' American REDNECK ingenuity...

 

[ZaneC]

Made some more progress. Got the wheel slots cut out. Had to take a break before to brainstorm ideas for new rear bearing hubs.
Cleaned and did some maintenance on my Bandit.

 

[ZaneC]

Hey guys. Sorry about the silence here. I've been kinda stuck on the bearing blocks, but I do have some ideas. I hope to be posting again here soon.