Monday, June 10, 2013

Lunch Box Build Update 3

Installed the rear shocks, the battery holder and the lower front bulkhead tonight. The shocks really are pogo sticks. But, the system does have some articulation, so hopefully it won't be too bad in the yard.  

Not sure what the little rubber tubing pieces on the shock shafts are supposed to do, other than limit travel so the axle housing doesn't bottom out on the chassis?  There's only about an inch of travel, built as stock. 


Compressed:

The battery holder has a cool loop that flips out to make battery swaps easier:

That little nub fits in a hole on the chassis itself, and is secured with a small clip. Pretty effective and it appears modestly robust. 

Stay tuned for the next update: installing the front A-arms, bumper, and front shocks!

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