RC-Monster Forums - View Single Post - retaining mech brakes in 1/8 buggy conversions

BrianG · 01.17.2007, 12:57 AM

Like you said, it eliminates extra weight. It also simplifies things and looks tidier with the removal of the servo, linkages, mounts, pads, etc - not to mention trying to find a spot to install that stuff without interfering with the other components. The downside is that it is a little harder on the ESC.

Also, depending on how you make your motor mount, it may interfere with the brakes. Most motor mounts are right up against the diff where the brake usually sits.

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BrianG RC-Monster Admin Offline Posts: 14,609 Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Des Moines, IA	01.17.2007, 12:57 AM Like you said, it eliminates extra weight. It also simplifies things and looks tidier with the removal of the servo, linkages, mounts, pads, etc - not to mention trying to find a spot to install that stuff without interfering with the other components. The downside is that it is a little harder on the ESC. Also, depending on how you make your motor mount, it may interfere with the brakes. Most motor mounts are right up against the diff where the brake usually sits.