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07-27-2011, 08:53 AM

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Im thinking more along the lines of the F60 as a base for the brawn Rep an then do a Senna rep Mclaren after would the stuff i listed fit or are you limited to what you can fit in these cars as i cant imagen theres much room inside

07-27-2011, 09:11 AM

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if you have big electronics i can say that pretty much anything will fit in the mp4/6. im runing some ancient ESCs that are gigantic on mine.

07-27-2011, 09:14 AM

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rtypec, nice build. I appreciate the time it took you. Nice photos. Thank you.
1 question, does the kit not come with an aluminum motor mount?

The kit comes with a carbon reinforced plastic parts tree for the motor pod pieces. It's light and the material is top notch. Unfortunately, the aluminum side plates are not included in the kit.

07-27-2011, 10:19 AM

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The kit comes with a carbon reinforced plastic parts tree for the motor pod pieces. It's light and the material is top notch. Unfortunately, the aluminum side plates are not included in the kit.

what about that aluminum motor spacer, why didn't you use it?

07-27-2011, 11:52 AM

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what about that aluminum motor spacer, why didn't you use it?

With the spacer in place along with a silver can motor...I cannot get the pinion gear to line up with the spur gear. The motor shaft is too short.

07-27-2011, 12:21 PM

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With the spacer in place along with a silver can motor...I cannot get the pinion gear to line up with the spur gear. The motor shaft is too short.

Would it make any difference if the carbon/plastic motor mount was used?
Is it narrower too allow the motor to move closer?

07-27-2011, 01:02 PM

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That pretty much covers the assembly of the chassis. With the exception of a few minor pieces, the car is very close to being finished.

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I hope this build has been informative and I thank you for taking the time to view it. If you have any questions or comments, please let me know.

If the average guy can't build a proper F104 after these posts, I'm not sure what could help. Excellent work!!!

07-27-2011, 02:22 PM

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With the spacer in place along with a silver can motor...I cannot get the pinion gear to line up with the spur gear. The motor shaft is too short.

I had the same issue with mine. The TB03D spacer takes up to much space.

The pinion is off from being flush to the spur by 2-3mm. If you try to force it and line them both up the pinion wobbles. That falls under the F category.

07-27-2011, 02:38 PM

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Originally Posted by Bigtomo71

Im thinking more along the lines of the F60 as a base for the brawn

Why not do it properly, all the correct parts are available. Get the Speedway Pal Brawn bodyshell and 3racing wings, add the correct wheel covers to complete the look. Just don't know why they have never made the wings in white.

07-27-2011, 03:01 PM

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With the spacer in place along with a silver can motor...I cannot get the pinion gear to line up with the spur gear. The motor shaft is too short.

Quote:

Originally Posted by F N CUDA

Would it make any difference if the carbon/plastic motor mount was used?
Is it narrower too allow the motor to move closer?

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Originally Posted by Vyger

I had the same issue with mine. The TB03D spacer takes up to much space.

The pinion is off from being flush to the spur by 2-3mm. If you try to force it and line them both up the pinion wobbles. That falls under the F category.

It's not an issue with a Brushless motor

just saying...

07-27-2011, 04:30 PM

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It's not an issue with a Brushless motor

just saying...

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07-27-2011, 04:54 PM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Vyger

I had the same issue with mine. The TB03D spacer takes up to much space.

The pinion is off from being flush to the spur by 2-3mm. If you try to force it and line them both up the pinion wobbles. That falls under the F category.

did you make sure the diff gear is in the right side? its asymetrical so if you put it on backwards it sticks out more.