First Tekno build... how long does it take?

[Longintheshorts]

I just picked up an EB48 2.1 kit. This will be my first Tekno build. I have loads of RC experience. I started building Tamiya kits in the 80's around 10 years old... I'm now 44. I have all the tools, etc. I am trying to gauge how long the build will take. I know this depends on the person but just trying to get a general idea.

 

[smirkracing]

I just picked up an EB48 2.1 kit. This will be my first Tekno build. I have loads of RC experience. I started building Tamiya kits in the 80's around 10 years old... I'm now 44. I have all the tools, etc. I am trying to gauge how long the build will take. I know this depends on the person but just trying to get a general idea.

Sounds like you are very experienced. I'd ballpark it at 8-12 hrs.

I've built four tekno kits, including one last month, and I think it took me something like 5 evenings, roughly 1.5-2 hrs per evening, not counting body work. Not sure if I'm slower than most, or average, or what (never asked).

I remember building my first tekno, an ET48, in a single weekend, morning to evening, Sat and Sun, so call that ~16 hrs. Since then, I think I've gotten a bit faster (fewer mistakes, more organization, more patience - building kits is like racing - go slow to go fast).

 

[RustyUs]

Take as long as you want. Go at your pace.

 

[Billl DeLong]

Assembling the kit itself can be done in a couple hours with power tools, but installing electronics + tuning + paint/trim body + gluing tires will increase time based on skill.

I typically spend 1-2 hours a night and typically complete a build over the course of a week to make a fresh kit track ready.

The following thread is based on the 2.0, but includes many tips to consider with the 2.1 build:
https://www.teknoforums.com/threads/build-review-eb48-2-0.1864/

If I was doing a rush job I could do a complete build in a single 8 hour day... this is something I would like to see Pros do for a big race event... force them to build a fresh kit which represents 100% box stock parts for the brands they represent with no aftermarket nor prototype parts and then compete in the race event. This would be the spirit of the sport for a true "Manufacturer Shootout"

 

[Longintheshorts]

I don't have real comp tracks in my area that I am aware of. I've really only bashed in my RC life. I have a minor, small, outdoor track near me but thats about it. There are probably dozens of "best electronics" threads. I've only used Castle Creations and Spectrum stuff. I have a Hobbywing Max 5 in an XMAXX but I haven't even used the truck yet so I can't say I have experience with it that brand. I know the recommendations are to use 4s in these. I'm not sure if 6s is worth it in this type of rig. So what ESC/motor combos and Servos do you guys like in yours?

 

[RustyUs]

6S would be overkill... unless doing speed runs. I buy off-road RCs to run them... off-road. Ruts, bumps, and jumps pushing shocks to the limits is "what does it for me" in the hobby. If I gotta buy belted big lugged knobby tires to enjoy off-road... I'm going too fast. Going to a site/area that allows you to open up an RC to 40+ MPH is fun and all, but I like to see things happen close up. That's just me.

A 4268 1900kv motor would be great place to start. Pick your favorite brand and go. Visiting top ESC/motor brands websites will maybe persuade you in different direction than what you had originally thought. For a buggy basher build I went with ultra low budget Surpass Hobby motor...

Later on I went with another Surpass Hobby motor. The 4274 Rocket motor was not enough for my monster truggy build so I put it to use in my EB48. I chose the 1700kv because (in my head) the powerband was better suited for my tighter backyard track. I didn't need that extra top end speed. The longer (truggy sized motor) can was just because I wanted extra assurance to handle extended run times in summer heat.

(Sorry for the dirt. It's the only picture I got with motor mounted in my EB48)

So many options out there for electronics. For 4S running... 1700~2200kv would be my pick. I'm a Hobbywing user more often than not, but discounts/sales lead me to other brand of motors. If even thinking of going to a track to do some racing, then I'd recommend looking into a sensored setup.

Back to OP's original question... I've still haven't opened latest kit/present from wife that she (me) painstakingly wrapped two weeks ago. But when I do crack that kit seal... it's usually a one~two week build process. Stuck indoors during the winter months... closer to one week. I enjoy the build process more than anything in the hobby, but it only last so long, and I can't be buying a kit every week. So, I make the build last as long as I can.

 

[Billl DeLong]

For bashing I would recommend the HobbyWing EZRun Max8 combo with the 4268-2500KV with a 15T pinion on 4S:
https://www.hobbywingdirect.com/col...ts/ezrun-max8-g2-combo?variant=40028016705651

That should get you in the 50mph+ range depending on the rollout of the tire you select.

 

[Longintheshorts]

"I enjoy the build process more than anything in the hobby, but it only last so long, and I can't be buying a kit every week. So, I make the build last as long as I can."

Same here... I love building, repairing and upgrading more then anything else.

 

[Billl DeLong]

Something to consider which I find is far more time consuming than the build is doing proper maintenance:

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