Brushless hpi baja rc-monster

[RC-Monster Mike]

I think the "too much weight hanging off the screws" is more paranoia than legit concern to be honest. The screws are held in tension and friction is really what holds the motor in place(from the screws pulling it against the mount). The actual amount of force required to pull an m3 screw out of even aluminum is measured in thousands of pounds and the screws themselves are not the weak link(it is the threads in the aluminum that will fail first). If you have sheared a screw in a similar application, it was likely a low grade screw that was loose to begin with. :)

[lincpimp]

I plan to use a clamp style mount, like the flux moun, (might actually be flux mounts as I have spares) as they hold the motor more solidly and will fit my design and manufacturing abilities better than a side plate. I do agree with Mike that the screw issue is not that bad, I would still like a rear motor support, just in case.

My design will most likely not be adjustable, as I only have and only plan to run a 12t pinion. My 1527 has an 8mm shaft and so far pinion choice is not that great. Looking forward to Mike offering more pinion choices. If I can make some time this weekend I will try to get some work done on the baja. Just not enough hours in the day!

[Unsullied_Spy]

Originally Posted by RC-Monster Mike

I think the "too much weight hanging off the screws" is more paranoia than legit concern to be honest. The screws are held in tension and friction is really what holds the motor in place(from the screws pulling it against the mount). The actual amount of force required to pull an m3 screw out of even aluminum is measured in thousands of pounds and the screws themselves are not the weak link(it is the threads in the aluminum that will fail first). If you have sheared a screw in a similar application, it was likely a low grade screw that was loose to begin with. :)

Paranoia is pretty much it, I've never broken off a screw in a motor but I'm not looking forward to it happening. IIRC the 1527 uses M4 screws which would be even tougher. I still have that bit of worry in my head about that long motor only being secured by 2 little screws in the front

[Ryu James]

whats the latest on this project? pinions available yet? conversion kit? videos? i know i keep asking but hey, i am excited. anyway, my 1/5 kit gets in tomorrow and i need to order some 8mm pinions so i am hoping you have some, one, anything. keep us posted.