Almost finished another E-LST... (Pics)

It's a stock LST truck with the center plate cut out to except a modded Emaxx Chassis. I had to sand down the chassis to allow the center CVD's to line up. I wasn't sure it was going to work but it turned out great. I also had to file down the center skid plate a little. But it fits like stock and I can use the brace still. I also used the battery holders from a left over gorillamaxx chassis. Tranny is an Emaxx gorillamaxx single speed conversion with a steel idler installed. I also need the gorilla motor mount to center the motor above the tranny. The drive cups from the Traxxas CVD's fit perfectly, part #5153. Motor is a XLT1 from Fine Design with HV heatsink.

I can't decide if I want to mount the radio on the chassis or reuse the battery/radio box from the LST. I wanted to check the weight also and was pleased that it wasn't over 14lbs. It weighed 13, 10oz. with 2 6000mah lipos but that was also adding the Proline rim and big Joe tire I had to use to rest it on. The big joe weighed 14oz. alone. So a 12lb 12oz truck this size ain't that bad. All I need now it a ESC to power this bad boy, any suggestions? I wish the MMM would hurry up and come out.

[zeropointbug]

Dang, 13lbs 10oz.... put that thing on a diet of some sort.

I am not sure, but I was hearing that the XLT1 is actually a 6XL motor, which would be a very hot setup, heat wise, and power wise. I might suffer in that big truck you have there. But just get it running and report back how it runs.

Looks awesome though! Thumbs up!

I figured I'd give the XLT1 a try since that's what's in FineDesign's LST2. It got good reviews from RC Car Action. Actually 13lbs. 10oz is with the extra big joe tire w/rim centering the truck on the scale.

It probably weighs about 12lb 11oz. As for the over the tranny motor mount, nobody seems to make one. i was looking for something like this:



I guess I can make one. I'll try and fab something up this weekend.

[jhautz]

That motor mount is the original Gmaxx motor mount. They dont make them any more but send Mike a email. He might still have one sitting around somewhere. Inly problem you would have ismounting it to the lst chassis. It is specifically designed to mount to the rails on a gmaxx chassis.

Another option might be the new emaxx transmision when it is released. It has a optional singgle motor mount the puts the motor abouve the tranny on center.

[BP-Revo]

bluonyx, that is the first generation GorillaMaxx motor mount. It is, unfortunately, no longer produced. However, I'm sure one could be somewhat easily fabricated.

[dadgummit]

I just have to say that is a SWEET looking setup. I always liked and respected the design of the LST2, I hope someday to get one (nitro or electric). Unfortunately I don't have the time to run all of the trucks I do have.

Originally Posted by dadgummit

I just have to say that is a SWEET looking setup. I always liked and respected the design of the LST2, I hope someday to get one (nitro or electric). Unfortunately I don't have the time to run all of the trucks I do have.

I hear ya on not having enough time. I had to finish this project during nights and the wife was getting a little PO'd because I'd be in the garage till midnight. I was going to sell one of my other trucks to fund this one but as you all know. We always regret selling one of our rides later. We're all a bunch of RC whores!

Bluonyx, thats one sweet little tranny. O and by the way the truck is kinda cool too!

[Getter Robo]

That looks pretty cool, way cleaner built than mine :)

I find that truck a tad heavy aswell since mine (LST2 built from scratch, some fiberglass braces) weighs 12,34 pounds (5,6 kg) loaded with batteries and body.

I can't wait for the 540C 8XL to arrive since the small maxximum is a tad too small for this truck.
How much does a LST1 shock weigh? I've heard it's 200+ grams which I can't believe since the LST2 shocks weigh 105 grams.

[ClodMaxx]

dude, those photos make me drool! since i sold my SM, i'm trying to decide among 3 trucks: the new emaxx, an e-revo, or build an e-LST2. i'm having a titanium chassis made for the LST2 that'll accept an emaxx tranny (maybe modify it so it'll take the new one), so the LST2 is a for-sure thing, but may be a longer build. maybe i'll just have to get all 3, eventually...

really sweet truck bro - you did a great job.

[_paralyzed_]

heres that motor mount, I took the best pics I could. I think it may be tall enough to mount above the reciever box, you could then mount the batteries behind the tranny, pull off the g-maxx holders and lose some weight, its here if you want it.................

I went out and did a little measuring and it should clear the radio box with no problems. Got 1/2" to spare. I'll try it a few times with the g-maxx holders, if it doesn't work out then I'll buy the holder that finedesign has. Sending you a PM. Thanks!