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12.05.2008, 03:21 AM

Being able to remotely unlock the diffs is a cool idea, that is for sure

My only issue with the losi setup is that the worm drive axles will not allow the free wheel function that most dig setups allow. It is nice when making a steep crawl, or going up a rock that has an indent at the bottom. Not having drive to the rear wheels can help the truck not experience the rear axle trying to "drive under" the truck. However it is important in this situation to let the axle freewheel, as any resistance may cause issues with the front axle pulling the truck up and over. Only way I can see to do this would be to have a slightly slower ratio gear that could be selected to drive the rear wheels slower than the front. No "drive under" that way, and the rear wheels would still turn, helping the front wheels out. Not sure what kind of setup that would require...complex to say the least. Could be done with a clod/worm axle hybrid that had 2 motors and escs. Have some sort of radio mix that had a bunch of expo on the rear esc throttle to drive the motor slower... I really want to make some worm axles with outrunners mounted directly to the worm... Ultra low cg and a very narrow chassis, with super drag brakes and no driveshafts, plus only 2 gears. Its in my head, just need to make it!

The Worm axles will give great drag brake, and having selectable front and rear engagement is a cool feature. I only play crawl, so no reverse points for me. Should be a big hit with the comp crowd, and most likely much cheaper than the kyosho...
   
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