TBuggy's LCG ET410

[TBuggy]

LCG ET410 (Hybrid ET/EB410)

Another scratch build
For this build I wanted to do something experimental for fun. If it doesn’t work out the way intended, oh well, the process will be fun! I had so many spare parts building up, some I bought in bulk when a deal was found, some came with other purchases and then some I did have to buy specific for this build. I could have recycled some parts from other cars but preferred to make this car brand new.

The reason I am calling it a hybrid is because I am going to basically build an ET410 chassis/drive train but with EB410 towers. I did some comparisons between arms and shock mounting positions between the two models and I think difference can be managed through altering setup a touch.

The build went together as planned. Had a few delays to get a few minor parts that I didn't have. Also added some upgrades to start.

Body shot;

I will post an upgrade/electronics list posted up later. Let me know what you think!?

Thanx!

 

[TBuggy]

Here are some comparisons shots of the original ET410

Side by side;

Original without body

 

[Chevys10zr2003]

Here are some comparisons shots of the original ET410
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Side by side;
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Original without bodyView attachment 2596

I do like the looks of the lowered one better. Nice build!

 

[TBuggy]

I do like the looks of the lowered one better. Nice build!

I like the lowered look better myself as well. I have an extra set of buggy shocks that I have on standby just incase I run into shock travel issues with this setup. Someone pointed out to me and it may or may not be an issue that the up travel is less (I knew this going into it) and the shocks may bottom out when the car tries to roll when turning. I will find out once I get it to the track and do some adjustments as needed.

 

[devnull]

That looks fantastic TBuggy! Good job!

Question for ya, or anyone else for that matter. Will that Exotek steering assembly work on a MT410?

I need to find a cross reference list for what parts will work between the different Tekno models.

 

[TBuggy]

Why thank you @devnull !!

No MT is based off 1/8th scale. The EB48.4 steering components can be used though.

 

[TBuggy]

I haven't reported back about this build and how it feels on the track....I am loving it! It felt super settled and didn't lack in the corner speed, for me. I did end up breaking an outdrive and have since upgraded to the tougher version.

All in all I still have some setup to dial in, but I am liking it so far!

 

[erthomp1]

Did you use the buggy shocks for this build or just the towers? Curious to know if this could be a potential method for conversion between the EB and ET. If you were to use the eb shocks, what would be the potential pitfalls?

 

[TBuggy]

I ended up sticking with the ET shocks with buggy towers. Down travel with buggy shocks wasn't enough. As it is, its great to drive and just beat my buggy's fast lap on the current layout at the track.

One thing I was thinking of doing to play around with things was to replace the shocks with buggy shock bodies but use the ET shafts with limiters for up travel to keep them from being compressed into the shock cap. Just haven't gotten around to tear apart the shocks yet.

 

[erthomp1]

Nice! I’d be interested to know how that works out if you try it. Have you tried out different weights in the shocks since they’re already pretty compressed or left them as stock?

 

[TBuggy]

I ended up doing some .2 upgrades to this ET.

It now has the 3.5 hinge pins and pills. Updated all of the hinge pin blocks except the "D" since I am running the Exotek steel block, didn't think it was totally needed, but of course none of this is in the grand scheme of things!

Also upgraded the rear tower to the VRP tower with higher optional mounting positions. I also swapped the shock standoffs to the newer updated versions. Also trying this thing with the shocks mounted in front of the tower. Not sure if it will be a good change or not but I have too much time on my hands right now and it gave me a little more time to wrench on things...LOL

And then...I also upgraded the servo.

 

[BashingBrian]

Sweet build, love the velcro body mounts and the attention to detail with the green cs screws..!!?

 

[TBuggy]

Have been itching to run this and since the tracks are still not open, I had to get some of these!

Now I can tear up the street! Honestly I have no idea if they are any good but they look cool!

 

[Jack the Tripper]

I ended up doing some .2 upgrades to this ET.
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It now has the 3.5 hinge pins and pills. Updated all of the hinge pin blocks except the "D" since I am running the Exotek steel block, didn't think it was totally needed, but of course none of this is in the grand scheme of things!
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Also upgraded the rear tower to the VRP tower with higher optional mounting positions. I also swapped the shock standoffs to the newer updated versions. Also trying this thing with the shocks mounted in front of the tower. Not sure if it will be a good change or not but I have too much time on my hands right now and it gave me a little more time to wrench on things...LOL
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And then...I also upgraded the servo.
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Thats a killer build !!

 

[Ifti]

Love reading through your builds - I always end up with new tips and ideas! Even the smallest of things - the body mounts for instance - velcro instead of the pins. Great idea!
Do you find these hold very well - I assume you can some velcro around the bottom edges of the body attaching to the chassis mud guards too?

 

[TBuggy]

Yes I have velcro on the mud guards and tabs. The velcro holds up perfectly. I have never had a body pop off or even shift really.