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  • Опубликовано: 7 ноя 2024

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  • @WildBoyRC
    @WildBoyRC 5 месяцев назад +2

    This video & bumper you made remind me of T-bone racing bumpers they used to have. Would be nice to have them back, miss them & all those options

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  5 месяцев назад +1

      Yeah it's a bummer that they went away. I'm kind of surprised no one has come in to fill the space.

    • @WildBoyRC
      @WildBoyRC 5 месяцев назад +1

      @@DoRC me too!

  • @GemFarmer76
    @GemFarmer76 5 месяцев назад +3

    Awesome 👍 I want a whole channel of just making stuff for rc. I would want to win a custom wing and mount for the Rival MT8.

    • @GemFarmer76
      @GemFarmer76 5 месяцев назад +2

      I recently picked up an ender3v2 for $100 locally. It has been pretty good so far for getting into 3d printing

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  5 месяцев назад +1

      Yeah they are definitely good printers though they require you to learn some things in the slicer that something like a bambu lab printer wouldn't require

    • @GemFarmer76
      @GemFarmer76 5 месяцев назад +1

      @@DoRC Just like the MT8 was cheaper up front but required some extra effort

  • @wallacebates6454
    @wallacebates6454 5 месяцев назад +2

    I stick to the basic. Thx for info.

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  5 месяцев назад +1

      Understood:)

  • @SteveSoper1979
    @SteveSoper1979 5 месяцев назад +2

    Good to point out where 3d printing doesn't go well. A-arms, gears, etc. But in thinkcad (not good in fusion) i've made some lipo battery holders with straps, etc. so long as it's not a super structural part, it works. I print in PLA but wouldn't mind trying TPU someday for what it can do. if I win, how about a simple 3d printed roll cage to fit any sort of standard traxxas slash body. I could find lexan driver figures myself. I'm looking for a roll cage for it... And not the steel one that'll bend form intengy. Just the cockpit part. doesn't have to be the full length of the car. thanks.

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  5 месяцев назад

      I'm sure we can work something out. Yeah TPU is way stronger for most RC car applications than PLA. It also doesn't melt in the sun :-)

  • @GeddyRC
    @GeddyRC 5 месяцев назад +3

    I got into 3D printing specifically for designing and printing RC parts, best decision I ever made.

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  5 месяцев назад +2

      Yep. It's very handy.

  • @troycutsforth9234
    @troycutsforth9234 5 месяцев назад +2

    Great content. Ive done some 3d printing for RC parts. Lots of Roof skids and Bumper springs for my mt10 and Kraton. TPU seems to hold up great so far. I printed a Grom servo/ESC mount out of PETG and seems to be holding up great. TPU was a bit too flexible being so thin. Ive been checking out the laser cutters. So much can be done at home now a days.

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  5 месяцев назад +1

      They have some 98a tpu on Amazon that's a little less flexible than the standard 95A. It works really well for thinner parts.

    • @troycutsforth9234
      @troycutsforth9234 5 месяцев назад

      @@DoRC I'll have to check that out thanks.

  • @angrymelon
    @angrymelon 5 месяцев назад +3

    Enjoyed the knowledge transfer! If I were to 3D print something, it would probably be 1/10 touring car scale tire ramps, or maybe tools and oil orgainzer trays for my pit bags.

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  5 месяцев назад +2

      Glad you enjoyed I'll be doing the drawing soon!

    • @RcPlayer-tt2vw
      @RcPlayer-tt2vw 5 месяцев назад +1

      Me too , can I pay you to print me couple parts 😅, lazer cutter is cool

  • @TA-8787
    @TA-8787 5 месяцев назад +3

    Just today I made a grind effect underfloor for my Bandit! I love making my own upgrades

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  5 месяцев назад +2

      Nice!

  • @brendancurtin252
    @brendancurtin252 5 месяцев назад +3

    3d printing is amazing tech. What we can all create with these machines is awesome

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  5 месяцев назад +2

      Yeah it's definitely a game changer!

  • @jeremycravens6973
    @jeremycravens6973 5 месяцев назад +3

    Tekno definitely missed the mark with the bumper springs! Mine broke first run!

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  5 месяцев назад +2

      Yep. These work really well!

  • @Blimpus
    @Blimpus 5 месяцев назад +3

    All this tech blows my mind! 3d printing is so impressive to me, great job

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  5 месяцев назад +2

      It's definitely awesome!

  • @meirdeaph
    @meirdeaph 5 месяцев назад +3

    You made that easy to understand thanks a ton for that❤ awesome video an super awesome channel 🙌

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  5 месяцев назад +1

      Glad you enjoyed!

  • @Nerm78
    @Nerm78 5 месяцев назад +2

    I need both of those in my life. Great video!

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  5 месяцев назад +2

      Yeah they definitely both have their advantages and disadvantages and are awesome tools to have.

  • @RcPlayer-tt2vw
    @RcPlayer-tt2vw 5 месяцев назад +2

    Need countersink drill bits or just drill half way bigger

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  5 месяцев назад +1

      I have them. I just didn't bother to do it.

    • @RcPlayer-tt2vw
      @RcPlayer-tt2vw 5 месяцев назад +2

      Figured as much

  • @ryano8613
    @ryano8613 5 месяцев назад +2

    I would love a delrin, losi tenacity center diff/motor mount replica or a Axial Capra skid... Either printed or cut and either part, whatever is best for you to make! Thanks for the chance!

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  5 месяцев назад

      Sounds good!

  • @magnusstone
    @magnusstone 5 месяцев назад +4

    Wow, the laser cutter is a lot easier that I realized! It seems like you’re a big fan of designing your own parts. I struggle a bit with the 3d modeling, but I am able to make some useful parts with Shapr3d (which is basically the adult version of tinkercad). I would love to feel and use some laser cut flexible parts like the granite grom bumper. Maybe one for the Outcast 4s that fits with the m2c bash bar?

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  5 месяцев назад +2

      I don't have an outcast 4s at the moment but if you win and you can send me the dimensions I should be able to make one for you.

    • @magnusstone
      @magnusstone 5 месяцев назад +2

      @@DoRC oh, what happened to it? I thought you really liked it :)
      I will see if I can come up with a good design.

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  5 месяцев назад +3

      @@magnusstone I did really like it but I sell most of the RC cars that I buy in order to be able to buy more RC cars :-)

  • @RC-4-LIFE
    @RC-4-LIFE 5 месяцев назад +2

    Amazing tools you have there! I think a 3D printer and laser cutter would really help a lot of people in this hobby! I guess if I won the contest I’d ask for some better body mounts for the 4s Kraton! I’ve already broken 2 and I’m trying out the Proline body mounts. Something like part number PRO6375-00! Thanks!

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  5 месяцев назад +1

      Yeah they can be really useful and are a lot of fun to mess with!

  • @tonytravers5122
    @tonytravers5122 5 месяцев назад +1

    Absolutely amazing ….you sir are by far the most informative and hands on RUclipsr I’ve ever seen in rc ….you use your engineering knowledge to give us amazing content ….i subbed to you a long time ago and your always first on the do watch list ….ive learnt so much from your video builds , upgrades and most importantly your honest opinion on the rigs you review etc …..keep up the amazing work and seriously you should have at least 10 times the subs …appreciate the content and knowledge …
    Regards Tony (based in the uk)👋👍

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  5 месяцев назад +1

      Thanks I'm glad you enjoy! I try to share as much of my knowledge as possible.

  • @richardbrown6762
    @richardbrown6762 5 месяцев назад +2

    I've been making my own parts for years I been in rc cars for years now and I've always made parts when I can I get broken pieces from my friends when they wrecked their car I use those as patterns😮😁

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  5 месяцев назад +2

      I started 3D printing about 6 years ago and while I don't do it everyday I definitely do it often enough to make it worthwhile!

  • @readeracingRC
    @readeracingRC 5 месяцев назад +1

    i made a wire connection and always wanted to have someone 3Dd this part for me. for an XMaxx... i can't explain it, but would have to send a photo of my prototype. as usual you made another very informative video. that 3d printing is way over my head. lol have fun.

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  5 месяцев назад +1

      Cool I'll be in the drawing soon. Maybe we can work together on it!

  • @charliesschroedinger
    @charliesschroedinger 5 месяцев назад +1

    With improvements in the filament happening every day, it won't be long until printed is equal to injection 👏👏👍

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  5 месяцев назад +1

      Maybe though they're going to have to come up with some way to overcome the layer adhesion disadvantage before it will

  • @rockncoop665
    @rockncoop665 5 месяцев назад +1

    I recently came across your channel and I’m glad I did as your content is very enjoyable to watch and is very knowledgeable

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  5 месяцев назад

      Thanks glad you're enjoying!

  • @Macgyver46
    @Macgyver46 5 месяцев назад +2

    Pretty cool stuff. Besides money I also have no place to put those machines. I was offered an old 3D printer but literally have no place to put one. I'd be producing stuff all the time if I could.

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  5 месяцев назад +2

      Yeah not having room is definitely a bummer. If you can find the space though it's a worthwhile thing to get into especially these days.

    • @Macgyver46
      @Macgyver46 5 месяцев назад +2

      @DoRC I'm finally moving out of this studio next year into a much larger 2-bedroom apartment. Currently my bedroom is also the RC storage and work area and I only have room for 18th scale or smaller anything larger will be on the floor in the kitchen/ living room.

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  5 месяцев назад +1

      @@Macgyver46 gotcha.

  • @sturner151
    @sturner151 5 месяцев назад +1

    That is great, I would love that bumper for my Granite Grom

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  5 месяцев назад

      Sounds good The drawing will be soon!

  • @stewartj1998
    @stewartj1998 2 месяца назад +1

    Awesome video, I need a hood scoop for a 1/24 scale Jeep to cover up the stock body mount hole

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  2 месяца назад +1

      Sounds good thanks for watching!

  • @jeffrogers255
    @jeffrogers255 5 месяцев назад +2

    Someone needs to remake the T-bone bumpers and wheelie bars

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  5 месяцев назад +1

      I agree. They had some pretty cool products and no one has really come into fill the gap yet.

    • @RcPlayer-tt2vw
      @RcPlayer-tt2vw 5 месяцев назад +1

      Wonder if it is because so many people print own parts , horizon could’ve bought them , small change for them better than nada got t bone

  • @aiden10doc73
    @aiden10doc73 5 месяцев назад +1

    Taller battery hold downs for the Traxxas XRT would be amazing for larger batteries

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  5 месяцев назад

      I think we can make that happen!

  • @WowoodogPlays
    @WowoodogPlays 10 дней назад +1

    You should build an xmaxx from completely spare parts, that would be something I would love to see

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  9 дней назад +1

      I've done a couple of ground up builds but it is very expensive.

    • @WowoodogPlays
      @WowoodogPlays 9 дней назад

      @ yea, good point

  • @andyb9994
    @andyb9994 5 месяцев назад +1

    Great video, you are definitely up on the tech!!! Very knowledgeable!!!👍👍

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  5 месяцев назад

      Glad you enjoyed!

  • @Deepinyu
    @Deepinyu 5 месяцев назад +1

    this is an amazing video been looking for this for a while

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  5 месяцев назад

      Glad you enjoyed!

  • @toolbaggers
    @toolbaggers 5 месяцев назад +1

    One way to get around the grain problem in 3d printing is to design and print the part with that in mind. Like how structural wood used in houses have the grain in the longitudinal direction. Using the wrong orientation of the wood grain is how karate kids easily break wooden boards. When designing and printing 3d parts, make the part print at a 45 degree angle. This will reduce the chances of the part failing along the grain as the grain will now be at a 45 degree angle to the main stresses the part will see.

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  5 месяцев назад

      You can do this but with a lot of parts the layer adhesion is a problem no matter what angle you put it at. Arms for instance will only hold together if they're printed flat but then they'll pop apart at the hinge pins. If you print them at a 45° angle they'll just shear apart in the middle.

    • @insanebmxthomas
      @insanebmxthomas 5 месяцев назад

      @@DoRC would printing an arm laying on its thin side help? so it would build up a contour around the hinge pin hole

  • @brucebaker0316
    @brucebaker0316 5 месяцев назад +1

    Now that would be awesome for making replacement x-maxx bumpers actually a guard to protect the original bumper LOL😂

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  5 месяцев назад +2

      I've been running 3D printed bumper mounts for the x series vehicles for a while now. They work way better than the stock ones.

  • @needlejuse1113
    @needlejuse1113 5 месяцев назад +2

    🙌😃👍

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  5 месяцев назад

      Thanks for watching!

  • @Patrick-xp6vs
    @Patrick-xp6vs 5 месяцев назад +1

    .... and i´s just the beginning 🤯😁.... again, nice video 👍

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  5 месяцев назад

      Thanks!

  • @basherz_den
    @basherz_den 5 месяцев назад +1

    Man.. i could really use an 8s kraton front bumper insert.. 😉.. great video man

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  5 месяцев назад +1

      Glad you enjoyed I'll be doing the giveaway soon!

    • @basherz_den
      @basherz_den 5 месяцев назад +1

      @DoRC absolutely man always enjoy your content I seem to learn something everytime I tune in.. and I'm just playing with you about the bumper support for the 8s kraton.. hook someone up who needs something.. I'm gonna be here watching reguardless.. but very cool of you to do a giveaway.. you're appreciated.

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  5 месяцев назад +1

      @@basherz_den :)

  • @blakamin
    @blakamin 5 месяцев назад +1

    I sold my 3d printer, and hobby cnc, about a year before getting into RC 😩
    Lucky I still have my laser 😉

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  5 месяцев назад

      Now is a great time to get another 3D printer. The Bambu lab printers are so easy to use.

  • @RcPlayer-tt2vw
    @RcPlayer-tt2vw 5 месяцев назад +2

    I’m see I can get my boss to order one we can use to cut gaskets , could I put laser cutter in my house ? Does it have an exhaust. You bought one for Rc?

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  5 месяцев назад

      Yes you can. It does have an exhaust though you'll probably want to run a more powerful fan in parallel with the fan that comes with since the exhaust isn't the strongest so you might still get smell in your house without better airflow

    • @RcPlayer-tt2vw
      @RcPlayer-tt2vw 5 месяцев назад +1

      @@DoRC nice, I’m look into them , I had fans set up for soldering 🧑‍🏭, even though I just been holding my breath 😆.

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  5 месяцев назад

      @RcPlayer-tt2vw I do the same:)

  • @jkeavyolson
    @jkeavyolson 5 месяцев назад +1

    Cool

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  5 месяцев назад +1

      Thanks for watching :-)

  • @ShawnMoreland317
    @ShawnMoreland317 5 месяцев назад +2

    So,I've seriously been thinking about getting a 3d printer and have been pricing them. Now I may have to look into a laser cutter instead. Decisions Decisions....🤔😴

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  5 месяцев назад +1

      They both have their advantages and disadvantages. I think a 3D printer is a little bit more versatile for RC but it's hard to know for sure which one would be better for you it depends on what you're going to be doing with it

    • @ShawnMoreland317
      @ShawnMoreland317 5 месяцев назад +1

      Well, I was leaning more towards RC related products, but was talking to my wife about how I could make things for around the house as well. (Really trying to sell her on why we need a 3D printer.😂) But after seeing what you were able to do with the laser cutter I'm not sure. I never really thought you could do so much with one. You've gotten my creative gears going on what I could do with a laser cutter. Eventually, I think I would like to have both. I'd be curious to see what else you've managed to make with both of them.

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  5 месяцев назад +1

      @ShawnMoreland317 I've done a lot more 3D printing than I have laser cutting but I've designed and printed various brackets hooks small replacement parts for vehicles lids for things pen holders bases for my partners nail polishes a bezel for a motorcycle gauge cluster etc etc. Laser cutting has been mostly limited to prototyping creating gaskets RC car skid plates I cut out a wood frame support for an air conditioner for my RV and a few other bits and pieces.

    • @ShawnMoreland317
      @ShawnMoreland317 5 месяцев назад +1

      Ok, that really helps.. I'm thinking that I should start with a decent 3D printer first, and then maybe add a laser cutter down rhe road. I appreciate all of your input and look forward to maybe seeing more videos about this from you in the future. None of the other channels that I follow have ever done a video on this subject before, so it's nice to see another aspect of the hobby.

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  5 месяцев назад +1

      @ShawnMoreland317 I'd strongly recommend getting a Bambu lab printer. They are all good Just get whichever one you can afford. They integrate their slicer really well and it prevents you from having to deal with a lot of the trial and error settings fiddling that you have to with some of the lesser brands.

  • @danielc5191
    @danielc5191 5 месяцев назад +1

    Possible to 3D print out the Grom differentials?

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  5 месяцев назад +1

      It's definitely possible to do but it wouldn't work. The 3D printed parts would not be as strong as the original injection molded counterparts so you'd end up with a weaker part.

  • @YesIgen
    @YesIgen 5 месяцев назад +1

    I would like to print rear skid plates for Rlaarlo omni terminator :D Its a shame, that i dont have a room for 3d printer tho :/

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  5 месяцев назад +1

      Sounds like a great idea!

  • @nitroman365
    @nitroman365 5 месяцев назад +2

    Get a Bosch 12v 1/4 clutched impact and thank me later.

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  5 месяцев назад +2

      I use power tools most of the time. I was just using hand tools because I was talking and it's hard to talk over the power tools. I even have an entire video about modifying the one that I use daily :-)

  • @samb1818
    @samb1818 5 месяцев назад +1

    Wheelie bar/wing mount for kraton 8s exb!

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  5 месяцев назад

      Sounds good I'll be doing the drawing soon :-)

  • @jeremycravens6973
    @jeremycravens6973 5 месяцев назад +2

    Damm bro sell me 2 of those tekno bumper springs. Both of mine broke first pack. I'd gladly pay for them

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  5 месяцев назад +2

      Shoot me an email..

  • @CooperBrown-fv5wh
    @CooperBrown-fv5wh 5 месяцев назад +1

    Was the Gladiator body rc car an Arrma Granite?

    • @CooperBrown-fv5wh
      @CooperBrown-fv5wh 5 месяцев назад +1

      And also, what brand TPU is that?

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  5 месяцев назад

      No that's an MT410 2.0.

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  5 месяцев назад

      The TPU is some generic 98A stuff I got on Amazon. I don't even remember what brand it is

  • @rayharris2654
    @rayharris2654 5 месяцев назад +1

    Need a wheelie bar.

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  5 месяцев назад

      I'm sure we can work something out if you win!

  • @PtsdRC
    @PtsdRC 5 месяцев назад +2

    Id like something

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  5 месяцев назад +2

      Sweet! What do you have in mind?

    • @PtsdRC
      @PtsdRC 5 месяцев назад +2

      @@DoRC a mount plate for a hobbywing Quicrun bl120 esc

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  5 месяцев назад +2

      @@PtsdRC sounds good!

  • @tillyjohnson5160
    @tillyjohnson5160 5 месяцев назад +2

    Why would you not use a drill

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  5 месяцев назад +1

      For what specifically?

    • @tillyjohnson5160
      @tillyjohnson5160 5 месяцев назад +3

      For the screws your unscrewing. Work smarter not harder I'm 45 and after working with my hands my whole life your Hands will hurt when your older after working on things so save your self some pain in the future everything you do adds up in the long run.

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  5 месяцев назад +3

      @tillyjohnson5160 ah. I didn't use my driver because I was talking and it's hard to talk over the noise. I generally always use power tools.

    • @tillyjohnson5160
      @tillyjohnson5160 5 месяцев назад +2

      @@DoRC it all good man I wasn't trying to be a smart ass, It's something I even tell my buddy's at work when they are hand sanding when the have a sander or hand nailing when the have a nail gun because I was that guy when I was young I did everything the hard way on purpose just for a work out basically but I didn't realize that when I was in my forties I would have so much pain.

    • @DoRC
      @DoRC  5 месяцев назад +2

      Yep. I've been a professional mechanic for 25 years and unless I have a very specific reason not to I always use power tools.