BL Revo using Revo Transmission?

[TypeR #126]

I bought two of those kits. I have a bunch of pictures but I haven't had time to do a write-up yet. You actually get both CF pieces for the batteries and the speed controller, along with an awesome aluminum motor mount that bolts into the factory holes, the 32p spur adapter, and the magical 2nd gear locking adapter.

Using that with a FOC and removing first gear gave me forward/brake/and reverse with the stock Revo tranny. I skipped on using the 32p adapter after some mesh problems and just run the Mod 1 pinions.

BTW, he also sells each component individually if you email him. The motor mount is actually the most expensive piece of the kit (about half the cost).

[BrianG]

FYI about the motor mount part of the kit: His mount is nice, but it's made for short motors. The Wanderer XL is longer that the Novac motors, so the end of the motor would hit the suspension when compressed. The motor needs to sit higher to compensate, which changes the mount a bit. Then, if you don't use the adaptor hub for the spur gear, the mount has to sit closer to spur, which again changes the mount.

I actually started to work with him to design a new mount for larger motors, but stuff came up, so I ended up making my own. It's not that hard really, except making the motor adjustment slots.

If my new 2nd gear locking scheme doesn't work, I'll email him to get the special part he made.

[TypeR #126]

Ahh, I've only used it with the Novak HV and a Fiego 8L. Both of those fit fine, although the mount could come forward a good bit if you don't need the 32p adapter. If you look at my pics, I'm pretty sure that's why his ended up where it is. Also here are some pics of the receiver fit for those that are interested.

[BrianG]

Even with the spacer gone, there isn't enough room for an XL size can if the mount sits that low. The front of my mount sits flush with the flywheel opening, and it still wouldn't fit. Actually, the XL can itself might just squeek by the suspension arm, but unless the wires are at the top, they'll hit the suspension arm. I really wanted the motor to sit lower too.

I might email him about that second gear locker. It's small and nicely done. I'm going to be picking up another tranny soon so I'll be able to have a spare. :)