Another GR3 Gorillamaxx Revo build

[ssspconcepts]

Here are some updates...tires and the steering servo are on the way. After that I will probably hold off on the ESC and motor (hopefully-fingers crossed-MMM will be out in April). If not...I am going with MGM and Neu.

I tried to get some close-ups of the new revo/traxxas wing mount for those considering it. I like it.

[jhautz]

Looks totally sick. Thats one of the best looking revos I have ever seen. I like the choice of the 3.3 axles vs CVDs. They hold up well, but do start to stretch over time at the joints, but Cheap to replace and I've never actually broken one, unlike CVDs.

Just a heads up on the Traxxas CF looking wing. I bought one and it literally shattered on the first roll over crash last weekend. And when I say shattered I mean SHATTERED into little pieces. Ive never seen anything like it. The crash really shouldn't have been a big deal at all either. The turn marshal spent 5 minutes picking up the shards of the wing from the track. That was $12 bucks wasted for sure. They look awesome, but they are made from crap material. If you have another wing use it. The traxxas wing is good for pictures only.

The wing mount itself is very stout and much better than the Tekno and Jconcepts versions.

EDIT: Only thing I would add is the sway bars. They made a huge difference in handling. I actually like the Traxxas sway bars better than the tekno. The rear sway bars on the traxxas are mounted in the back of the truck and they don't interfere with the wiring and stuff like the Teknos.

[ssspconcepts]

Originally Posted by jhautz

Looks totally sick. Thats one of the best looking revos I have ever seen. I like the choice of the 3.3 axles vs CVDs. They hold up well, but do start to stretch over time at the joints, but Cheap to replace and I've never actually broken one, unlike CVDs.

Just a heads up on the Traxxas CF looking wing. I bought one and it literally shattered on the first roll over crash last weekend. And when I say shattered I mean SHATTERED into little pieces. Ive never seen anything like it. The crash really shouldn't have been a big deal at all either. The turn marshal spent 5 minutes picking up the shards of the wing from the track. That was $12 bucks wasted for sure. They look awesome, but they are made from crap material. If you have another wing use it. The traxxas wing is good for pictures only.

The wing mount itself is very stout and much better than the Tekno and Jconcepts versions.

EDIT: Only thing I would add is the sway bars. They made a huge difference in handling. I actually like the Traxxas sway bars better than the tekno. The rear sway bars on the traxxas are mounted in the back of the truck and they don't interfere with the wiring and stuff like the Teknos.

Hey thanks...I have really been wondering about the sway bars. One of the reasons that I haven't gotten one yet is because of the interference with the wiring. But you say the Traxxas version is good to go...I'll check it out. I have Maximizer 17mm beadlocks and some HPI GT tires coming along with a HiTec Ti gear servo. After that it will be a waiting game for the ESC/motor.

I am thinking about converting the Strobe slipper to the Revo 3.3 Spec slipper and input shaft. I would use the 40T Revo spur....Do you think this is practical? I hate to ditch the Strobe/Sprong...but I can't find a consistent supply of slipper pads.

[VXL TACO]

Thats awesome man, great build.

[ssspconcepts]

Well I guess this is a good time to post an update...I have a MMM...the only thing left to do is fabricate a mount. I might wait for the new Revo Brushless Edition mount to be released...seems like it would fit perfectly on top of the graphite EVO plate that comes standard with the G3R chassis.

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[feistyacorn]

Originally Posted by ssspconcepts

Well I guess this is a good time to post an update...I have a MMM...the only thing left to do is fabricate a mount. I might wait for the new Revo Brushless Edition mount to be released...seems like it would fit perfectly on top of the graphite EVO plate that comes standard with the G3R chassis.

I tried to mount my MMM on top of that plate. The MMM hit the body when I did it. I have my body mounted lower than yours, but you might want to take a look at it first. BTW: it looks awesome!

[ssspconcepts]

Originally Posted by feistyacorn

I tried to mount my MMM on top of that plate. The MMM hit the body when I did it. I have my body mounted lower than yours, but you might want to take a look at it first. BTW: it looks awesome!

Thanks wildman. That's the problem with the G3R chassis...there isn't a whole lot of realestate to mout the ESC. I actually selected this body (Jconcepts CRT) because it has a little extra hump in the back but I still had to raise the body 1/2 inch higher than I would have liked. Seems like the Tango body would have also been a good choice. But you are right...it is a pain to get it just right.

[plettenbergs]

hey i wanted that trani!....but,i wanted to keep my UE HI's more!!....put a BigMAXXimum on that bad boy!!

[jordan...]

Originally Posted by plettenbergs

hey i wanted that trani!....but,i wanted to keep my UE HI's more!!....put a BigMAXXimum on that bad boy!!

that was me you were talking to matt nice truck sss btw!!

[Arct1k]

Make a plate off of the motor mount and mount it opposite the motor on the transmission - It works very well...

Then mount the rx on the second tab in place of the second servo...

[feistyacorn]

Originally Posted by ssspconcepts

Thanks wildman. That's the problem with the G3R chassis...there isn't a whole lot of realestate to mout the ESC. I actually selected this body (Jconcepts CRT) because it has a little extra hump in the back but I still had to raise the body 1/2 inch higher than I would have liked. Seems like the Tango body would have also been a good choice. But you are right...it is a pain to get it just right.

I have a desert rat body, they don't give you a lot of room. You could always do what I did, if run out of room. Could you post a side shot with the body on? I would like to see how it fits. That body is sick!

[ssspconcepts]

Originally Posted by Arct1k

Make a plate off of the motor mount and mount it opposite the motor on the transmission - It works very well...

Then mount the rx on the second tab in place of the second servo...

That will be my next course of action if things don't work out. However, I am hoping that the Revo BL edition MMM mount will work well to secure my ESC on top of the graphite plate above the rear shocks. If not then I will fabricate something to fasten it to the motor plate as you suggested...makes me wish I didn't sell all my dual motor mounts.

[ssspconcepts]

Originally Posted by feistyacorn

I have a desert rat body, they don't give you a lot of room. You could always do what I did, if run out of room. Could you post a side shot with the body on? I would like to see how it fits. That body is sick!

Can do...As soon as I get the ESC mounted, I will post some profile shots for you. I wish I could say that I painted the body, but I didn't. Liquidmask off of ebay painted it. Fair price, super fast, and fast shipping too....he da man.

[ssspconcepts]

Here are some photos of the MMM all mounted to the chassis. There isn't a lot of room on the G3R because of the lay down shocks. I tried all sorts of options...flipping the tranny both ways, mounting the ESC to the front and rear of the tranny, and to theside. I still may end up going back to a dual motor mount and mount it to the empty side. For right now, this is what I came up with. The velcro you see is for an Eagle Tree system...

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[Hardstyle]

Very clever esc mount . I think it will be fine on there. But if using lower body, might be a problem.

I see that there is a little room for a L-bracket at the left side of the motor plate. Couple holes to it and you might get it there and mount the esc.