There's an old adage that all experienced skateboards LIVE by. The board you love sits at your home, or under your arm. If you don't follow that, you're gonna have a bad time.
This is one of the best guides out here, and will probably build one just like this. Although your video states some of these, i want to make sure i have them straight. -Are the batteries in parallel or series? if either what would you recommend? -i have a few RC cars and i have a lipo balance charger, how would i charge these in the parallel or series cofig? -does it matter what wheels you have? if so, could you specify? -I don't have a grinder and i don't plan on getting one so if there are any trucks that don't need grinding that would be much appreciated. Thank you so much in advance to anyone who can help a first time builder out. I would really appreciate it.
This is an excellent tutorial. Video and audio are nice and clear and you are a natural teacher. I didn't find it too long at all, and you answered all the questions I had. Thanks for sharing!
I'd recommend using a motor with a keyway on the shaft to ultimately prevent the slipping. Also if you found one that could fit, a keyless bushing between the pulley and motor shaft might work best
The Sistema containers are ace, they work really well! I thank you for sharing that idea. I modified my board with 4 of the square ones, after my battery case snapped, 3 for my batteries to go in and 1 for the controller, I had to split my battery into 3 parts, I put the cells into holders and soldered them rather than weld the cells back together, now I can swap cells out on the fly to go further and the board has some flex now too.
You are the best youtuber You inspired me to start a youtube channel and follow my passion about electronics and robotics I hope someday to be my subscriberYou are the best
That would probably cost more than replacing it, not to mention the monthly fees for the tons of different boards that would all need to be payed for. He should just do like he said in the video and be more careful.
@@TnInventor Tn Inventor Firstly your underestimating the cost of ardrduino and GPS modules for the upfront cost. (but I agree that is an affordable option). You're also discounting the fact that he has multiple boards. If he made a spot where he could move his GPS tracker from board to board that might be a good option. But he would still be paying 15 dollars a month for the data plan or $180 a year to "insure" a device which costs $300. Not to mention there's no guarantee he would ever get it back. He, like many people have owned e-boards for years and never had one stolen. So $180 a year for a "maybe I'll get it back" wouldn't be worth it. Because after two years of not having one stolen you could buy a whole new board and still have $60 extra. It might be worth it for higher value boards though, like a boosted board or Onewheel.
@@shatterpointgames why do you have to pay to instal a gps? 0.0 and why do you even need a spot? its so tini that you can put it in your pocket , and you can recive the position via a msg you dont need to spend a peny other then the modules
@@TnInventor I mean you have to buy the GPS hardware and then find a place to store it on the board itself. That is agreeably easy/cheap to do. However most GPS trackers rely on cell phone towers to communicate with the outside world. GPS tracking is free because it relies on detecting known satellites distance from the tracker and doesn't transmit or receive information from said satellites. You can't you can't transmit from GPS without either paying a phone company or a satellite communication company a monthly fee. The most affordable option would be paying for a data plan from a phone company which would cost around $15 a month. If you can find a GPS tracker that can send it's location to your phone without a monthly fee please let me know because I definitely want one. And agree it would be a no brainer for a build like this one. As far as I know none exist.
Looks like mar vista, California. So many homeless and junkies running around (Venice crowd). You should send the footage to Venice high and see if they recognize the kid. I’ve had tons of my stuff swiped. Always be aware, never leave anything out. I build my own belt driven board. So much fun.
@@waveillustrator2453 It depends on a lot more than just that. The power of the motor, the weight, the type of terrain, the wheels and bearings, the weight of the person, the weather and whether or not you're cruising at top speed or not. It's why a lot of the times claims about range aren't correct as far as real world situations go. Not to mention how a poor quality battery will likely loose its optimal performance within only a few weeks of usage. Especially with these DIY builds that rarely have matching electronics for what is required.
THE RETURN OF OREN!!! And with a great video. That ^%$# who stole the board should never have a happy day for the rest of his life! I look forward to the next video with the blue-wheeled replacement. Great work!
Hey, Oren. I was wondering -- here in 2019, now! -- whether the second board required you to grind a truck too or did you find a different truck with the right shape for the motor mount?
Hey I was just wondering how far can this board go on a single charge? I would like to build my own however I'm not sure if I need larger batteries or if these will be sufficient enough. I love your videos keep up the great work :)
Mate you really need to get into 3D printing. You could make badass enclosures for yourself. Also if you need battery isolation, don't use those gorilla tapes or something like that, you need something that is high temp resistant and that won't compress, for that you can use "fishpaper" and "capton" tape.
Why do you need heat resistant tape to protect your battery from outside mechanical damage? If your battery is getting over 80C while riding, I think that there is some problem.
Well impressed with the narrative and your skills (note I can't even put nails in a wall to hang a picture...) clever build, not sure id trust battery pack and esc to be safe from the elements but hey I'm sure you had fun and satisfaction to put it all together!
If the motor hits the deck and ts the kind of motor where outside spins wont it bind up on the deck , just add the risers . Maybe carve the botom of the board for clearance and not even need risers
Great video man! I'll follow this step by step when making mine but I want to go for a 12s battery and ESC, since I want it to be crazy fast. 190KV should be fine for a dual motor I was told.
A 12s system will fry the esc, go for 10s as it will still be crazy fast. I would also recommend if you’re going to go for a dual motor setup use two 280kv motors. One of these motors was enough to accelerate an 85kg person to 35km/h quite easily and me who is lighter to go at a top speed of 42km/h. So two of these with a 10s battery will be crazy powerful. If you want any help ill give some tips :)
@@brendanoconnor4802 hey can i maybe get some help? im wanna build an e scakteboard with a belt driven motor. is that one a good one?: www.ebay.de/itm/170KV-C6374-efficience-Burstenlos-motor-fur-Elektro-skateboard-Longboard-2900W/163597762676?hash=item26172fc074:g:F-8AAOSw6d9clZFm
@@brendanoconnor4802 hi...sorry for bothering after all this time...i'm building one...would this single motor alone shown in the video accelerate me (77kg) to 30kmh? What was your single motor size and kv? Trying to optimize costs and go for the bare minimum without burning it
Risers give the trucks a little boost but they also help reduce stress and pressure cracks on the board. I tried no risers several times and my board always ended up getting tons of pressure cracks. Don't get me wrong though risers or no risers you will naturally have some pressure cracks but they can be reduced.
I dont know if this is a dumb idea but what if you placed the ESC and Battery pack in a drop leg pouch and attach it to the motor with a quick release connector of some sort
Do you find these wheels hard, I have just put them on my 2nd build and it seems really rough. Don’t know if it’s the wheels or something else making it a harsh ride
Thanks! I'll try to get them out more often :) I don't have a 3d printer now. That would be a good thing to try though. I'll probably do that at some point. For these builds I try to use things other people could easily get to make their own board.
My electric longboard has a handle cut out in the deck that loop a bike lock through to prevent theft if you're board doesn't have a handle cutout I highly recommend drilling out a hole big enough to fit a bike lock
I have questions: 1) What specific outdoor carpet do you use instead of griptape? 2) Does the adhesive adversely affect the deck? 3) Is it easy to remove the carpet to replace? Thanks!
For the carpet I have the link in the description. I got it at Home Depot. It's made by TrafficMaster and I think it's called Dayside. The adhesive hasn't affected the deck in any bad way as far as I can tell. The only thing is that it's not quite as strong as the adhesive on grip tape so sometimes I have to re-glue around the nose or tail a bit. Maybe a stronger adhesive would help. It should be easy to rip off the carpet if you want to change. On my newer board I switched to a rubber stair runner material - the link is also in the description. I also got it from Home Depot and it's also made by TrafficMaster.
Hey I'm hoping you can get back to me! Did you have to modify your esc in anyway or was it as simple as plug and go? I need help because mine won't start and I'm not sure why but it's slightly different than yours.
Thanks, I'll show that board more in my next video. I used an anti-spark connector in the past but I don't bother anymore. After about a year of use without it everything is still working fine.
Hey, Oren. I got all of the right parts but my ecs board always says low battery when my batteries are freshly charged. I bought this one from amazon, but i copied and pasted the info from the ebay one bc ebay one took too long to ship.
Whats the battery life and milage like one one of these?I think I might of missed that part. And what if I wanted the double up on the batteries if I decided to get the longest 50" board, is that possible?
I'm not sure of other motors that size at a similar price. Maybe you can check about other shipping options. It's also very slow to the US without getting expedited shipping with a carrier like DHL.
I already have a 400-watt 1 wheeled electric board I need to put two 400-watt wheels on it will I have to change the control box which one should I get in the UK
"Just need to drill carefully so that I don't smash it to the ESC"
*SMASH*
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Wtf bro he just stole your board and you are so chilled. I would be mad af...
It's an excuse to build a better one
There's an old adage that all experienced skateboards LIVE by. The board you love sits at your home, or under your arm. If you don't follow that, you're gonna have a bad time.
This video helped me out soo much. I found out that I have bought parallel connector instead of series connectors so that was a life savor!!
It has to look good at least once, legendery quote...thanks for the upload
This is one of the best guides out here, and will probably build one just like this. Although your video states some of these, i want to make sure i have them straight.
-Are the batteries in parallel or series? if either what would you recommend?
-i have a few RC cars and i have a lipo balance charger, how would i charge these in the parallel or series cofig?
-does it matter what wheels you have? if so, could you specify?
-I don't have a grinder and i don't plan on getting one so if there are any trucks that don't need grinding that would be much appreciated.
Thank you so much in advance to anyone who can help a first time builder out. I would really appreciate it.
im going to be 41 when your parts arrive
How long did it take to get your parts?
@@michaelculhane3058 when he will turn 41
This is an excellent tutorial. Video and audio are nice and clear and you are a natural teacher. I didn't find it too long at all, and you answered all the questions I had. Thanks for sharing!
Thanks! I'm glad it was helpful and not too long.
Thanks! I'm glad it was helpful and not too long.
I'd recommend using a motor with a keyway on the shaft to ultimately prevent the slipping. Also if you found one that could fit, a keyless bushing between the pulley and motor shaft might work best
I really hope there be a part2 fingers crossed......
I’ve seen all your videos. I would love to see you get back it friend. Your videos have helped inspire me.
Thank you for making this video! I took it as an inspiration and today I have my own working e-longboard!
When is the second part coming out? must be a really great video if its taking this long. or he is just busy with his house still.
hahaha
install a GPS to track the board.
I hope you make a follow up video soon... 5 months later
I just finished watching all of your videos and they were really good. I hope you make more someday. You've inspired me to build a board.
The Sistema containers are ace, they work really well! I thank you for sharing that idea. I modified my board with 4 of the square ones, after my battery case snapped, 3 for my batteries to go in and 1 for the controller, I had to split my battery into 3 parts, I put the cells into holders and soldered them rather than weld the cells back together, now I can swap cells out on the fly to go further and the board has some flex now too.
please come back!!!
Great video. Sorry for your loss.
You are the best youtuber You inspired me to start a youtube channel and follow my passion about electronics and robotics I hope
someday to be my subscriberYou are the best
Awesome job and very well explained, on a very simple and straightforward way. Thank you!
Love the DIY board stuff. im thinking of making one my self. I think the containers could use a little black spray paint to bring the look together.
dude add a gps and a sim module to your build that way you can always get its position
That would probably cost more than replacing it, not to mention the monthly fees for the tons of different boards that would all need to be payed for. He should just do like he said in the video and be more careful.
@@shatterpointgames gps +sim +ardrduino will cost you 15 dollars , what cost are you talking about here?
@@TnInventor Tn Inventor Firstly your underestimating the cost of ardrduino and GPS modules for the upfront cost. (but I agree that is an affordable option). You're also discounting the fact that he has multiple boards. If he made a spot where he could move his GPS tracker from board to board that might be a good option. But he would still be paying 15 dollars a month for the data plan or $180 a year to "insure" a device which costs $300. Not to mention there's no guarantee he would ever get it back. He, like many people have owned e-boards for years and never had one stolen. So $180 a year for a "maybe I'll get it back" wouldn't be worth it. Because after two years of not having one stolen you could buy a whole new board and still have $60 extra. It might be worth it for higher value boards though, like a boosted board or Onewheel.
@@shatterpointgames why do you have to pay to instal a gps? 0.0 and why do you even need a spot? its so tini that you can put it in your pocket , and you can recive the position via a msg you dont need to spend a peny other then the modules
@@TnInventor I mean you have to buy the GPS hardware and then find a place to store it on the board itself. That is agreeably easy/cheap to do. However most GPS trackers rely on cell phone towers to communicate with the outside world. GPS tracking is free because it relies on detecting known satellites distance from the tracker and doesn't transmit or receive information from said satellites. You can't you can't transmit from GPS without either paying a phone company or a satellite communication company a monthly fee. The most affordable option would be paying for a data plan from a phone company which would cost around $15 a month. If you can find a GPS tracker that can send it's location to your phone without a monthly fee please let me know because I definitely want one. And agree it would be a no brainer for a build like this one. As far as I know none exist.
Looks like mar vista, California. So many homeless and junkies running around (Venice crowd). You should send the footage to Venice high and see if they recognize the kid. I’ve had tons of my stuff swiped. Always be aware, never leave anything out. I build my own belt driven board. So much fun.
the length is good it explain a lot
What kind of speed and range do you get with this setup?
I would look for a splash guard for that thing, to many openings for water to seep into. I'm definitely building one, thanks for all the good info.
You can put rubber padding between the board and the containers before you screw it in to help waterproof it
this exactly is the perfect build ive been looking for
WHEN YOU SAID YOU CANT GO WRONG WITH BLACK I SUBSCRIBED .GREAT CONTENT
I suggest using rubber washers to mount the motor controller, it will dampen vibration
I kind of hoped you'd keep going after the "AC vs DC" analogy, just making more and more comparisons all the way back to prehistoric times
what's the max. speed ? and the range?
depends on the battery you use
@@waveillustrator2453 It depends on a lot more than just that. The power of the motor, the weight, the type of terrain, the wheels and bearings, the weight of the person, the weather and whether or not you're cruising at top speed or not. It's why a lot of the times claims about range aren't correct as far as real world situations go. Not to mention how a poor quality battery will likely loose its optimal performance within only a few weeks of usage. Especially with these DIY builds that rarely have matching electronics for what is required.
The Tupperware custom container is clever, could use durable take-out containers if one feels like cutting a cost corner.
THE RETURN OF OREN!!! And with a great video. That ^%$# who stole the board should never have a happy day for the rest of his life! I look forward to the next video with the blue-wheeled replacement. Great work!
Thanks Mike! You're very encouraging! Yeah, it sucks about the stolen board. I'll try not to take so long with the next video.
Nice video! Detailed and short to the point. Well done!
I'm going to use this video as a referance when i build mine, thanks so much such a great video.
let me know when you build your's. i wanna know what you use and if you had any problems
What is the mm for the wheels?
Great video. I’m guessing there’s not going to be a part 2
Hey Oren do you buy any chance have a link for your flywheel and the pulley gear for the motor ?
Hey, Oren. I was wondering -- here in 2019, now! -- whether the second board required you to grind a truck too or did you find a different truck with the right shape for the motor mount?
why not just get caliber 2 trucks? they are a staple for most DIY builds and there are soild mounts out there for those trucks
Nice tutorial, good that you keep things simple so many people can replicate :)
Is there gonna be a followup?
Hey I was just wondering how far can this board go on a single charge? I would like to build my own however I'm not sure if I need larger batteries or if these will be sufficient enough. I love your videos keep up the great work :)
Matus Dinus keep extra batteries in your bag
Motor Mount 63mm or 50mm?
Mate you really need to get into 3D printing.
You could make badass enclosures for yourself.
Also if you need battery isolation, don't use those gorilla tapes or something like that, you need something that is high temp resistant and that won't compress, for that you can use "fishpaper" and "capton" tape.
Why do you need heat resistant tape to protect your battery from outside mechanical damage? If your battery is getting over 80C while riding, I think that there is some problem.
My man. Love your videos. Please, keep doing what you do.
Thanks for the support!
This vid was really helpful for me to choose some parts for my board. Thanks!
how do you charge that?
Well impressed with the narrative and your skills (note I can't even put nails in a wall to hang a picture...) clever build, not sure id trust battery pack and esc to be safe from the elements but hey I'm sure you had fun and satisfaction to put it all together!
Thanks! Yeah, I would not use this setup in the rain. Skateboards generally don't hold up well in wet conditions.
Maybe some through bolts with tapered heads might hold your stuff on a little better great video thanks
Amazing video , but you ruin it with those damn lunch boxes haha . But very informative. Thankyou
So just curious, your running a 10s setup but the motor you have linked is only rated up to 29V vs 42V?
I have the exact same question. What will be with the motor in that case
from seller:
"Hi. 18-29V was the factory recommended. many people do use my motors with 10S battery, it works fine.
Regards
Dicky"
@@zeroweber Word, thanks for updating it!
If the motor hits the deck and ts the kind of motor where outside spins wont it bind up on the deck , just add the risers . Maybe carve the botom of the board for clearance and not even need risers
Great video man! I'll follow this step by step when making mine but I want to go for a 12s battery and ESC, since I want it to be crazy fast.
190KV should be fine for a dual motor I was told.
A 12s system will fry the esc, go for 10s as it will still be crazy fast. I would also recommend if you’re going to go for a dual motor setup use two 280kv motors. One of these motors was enough to accelerate an 85kg person to 35km/h quite easily and me who is lighter to go at a top speed of 42km/h. So two of these with a 10s battery will be crazy powerful. If you want any help ill give some tips :)
@@brendanoconnor4802 hey can i maybe get some help? im wanna build an e scakteboard with a belt driven motor. is that one a good one?: www.ebay.de/itm/170KV-C6374-efficience-Burstenlos-motor-fur-Elektro-skateboard-Longboard-2900W/163597762676?hash=item26172fc074:g:F-8AAOSw6d9clZFm
@@brendanoconnor4802 hi...sorry for bothering after all this time...i'm building one...would this single motor alone shown in the video accelerate me (77kg) to 30kmh? What was your single motor size and kv? Trying to optimize costs and go for the bare minimum without burning it
So you did not use anything else other that the ESC.. as a board or compu?
excellent explanation and appreciate the small tips that i will no doubt run into in my diy, thank you
that's sweet! im also building my house.. have you filmed the renovations? maybe i shoud start doing that LOL
Does connecting the motor only to one side make the skateboard drive crooked?
That sucks! Hope the person that stole your board is caught! Maybe get a cheap Bluetooth/GPS tracker for future boards?
Thanks! Yeah, a tracker would have been nice to have. The GPS ones usually require a monthly fee and are kind of expensive.
@@orensprojects7250 oh, maybe a tile Bluetooth tracker?
@@isaaclyonsf1Dude Bluetooth has a range of between 10 and 100 meters, which would basically be useless.
@@shatterpointgames it's better than nothing
funki GENIOUS!!!!! thnks for your knowledges!!!
Risers give the trucks a little boost but they also help reduce stress and pressure cracks on the board. I tried no risers several times and my board always ended up getting tons of pressure cracks. Don't get me wrong though risers or no risers you will naturally have some pressure cracks but they can be reduced.
In what job do you do similar things as in the video? I love to build and innovate!!
Hi Oren. How did the replacement board work out in the end? Did the motor mounting and bracketry hold up well on the non-Caliber trucks?
I am a belt man. But for ultimate performance use chain drive since there is almost no slipping.
Is that one of those Harbor Freight 12v grinders?
Where did you get your power switch? Does it leak any charge when off?
Haha, your voice sounds just like Bert's from the big bang theory :D !!!!
Jamajalama it actually does
How fast is it?
You choose dépend your material I think
Any part2....
How do you brake? Do you click the reverse button?
I'm really looking forward to the test video. I hope you will make the same tests as with the hub motors. Great video!
I dont know if this is a dumb idea
but what if you placed the ESC and Battery pack in a drop leg pouch and attach it to the motor with a quick release connector of some sort
So I was wondering if that esc would work with 2 motors
You will need two of those ESC for a dual motor setup, or you can get a dual ESC or a Vesc (recommended).
Definitely just use a VESC
Sweet build, I would suggest using a grinding wheel next time not a mini cutting wheel lol
Do you find these wheels hard, I have just put them on my 2nd build and it seems really rough. Don’t know if it’s the wheels or something else making it a harsh ride
how do you connect the two batteries to become one a plug into the esc
Use a high amperage vesc or fsesc if you have a bigger budget the esc you have is limiting the power of the motor a vesc could power the motor fully
I love your video man please make more and have you ever considered 3d printing a protective case to house everything?
Thanks! I'll try to get them out more often :) I don't have a 3d printer now. That would be a good thing to try though. I'll probably do that at some point. For these builds I try to use things other people could easily get to make their own board.
so awesome dude! Thanks for making this video, I'm going to give this a go!
My electric longboard has a handle cut out in the deck that loop a bike lock through to prevent theft if you're board doesn't have a handle cutout I highly recommend drilling out a hole big enough to fit a bike lock
I have questions:
1) What specific outdoor carpet do you use instead of griptape?
2) Does the adhesive adversely affect the deck?
3) Is it easy to remove the carpet to replace?
Thanks!
For the carpet I have the link in the description. I got it at Home Depot. It's made by TrafficMaster and I think it's called Dayside. The adhesive hasn't affected the deck in any bad way as far as I can tell. The only thing is that it's not quite as strong as the adhesive on grip tape so sometimes I have to re-glue around the nose or tail a bit. Maybe a stronger adhesive would help. It should be easy to rip off the carpet if you want to change. On my newer board I switched to a rubber stair runner material - the link is also in the description. I also got it from Home Depot and it's also made by TrafficMaster.
You caught me not reading the Description. Sometimes I forget! Thanks, Oren!
Hey I'm hoping you can get back to me! Did you have to modify your esc in anyway or was it as simple as plug and go? I need help because mine won't start and I'm not sure why but it's slightly different than yours.
Hello, can you install a handle throttle to the esc?
why dont single belt drive boards go in circles as they are only powered on one wheel?
Ivor Sherman because you steer it with your weight like a normal board to keep it in a straight line ...
@@CameronVarnish bit it wold still veer to the side that the motors on and be unridable...
Due to the weight of the board & other parts, size, being 4 wheels, spaced enough, etc.
Easiest way to say why without getting confusing.
No anti spark?
Always wondered if really necessary
Replacement board looks good with the blue wheels
Thanks, I'll show that board more in my next video. I used an anti-spark connector in the past but I don't bother anymore. After about a year of use without it everything is still working fine.
@@orensprojects7250 but you get the sparks? no black residues on the connector?
i'm using them atm on my 10s build but wonder if really necessary..
Hi guys. I saw that the batteries used in this build are same from hobbyking. My question: Is it the same to put two 5s brushless motors for rc car?
Hey, Oren. I got all of the right parts but my ecs board always says low battery when my batteries are freshly charged. I bought this one from amazon, but i copied and pasted the info from the ebay one bc ebay one took too long to ship.
How big of the wheels do you need?
Your really taking your time on that soon release video, not complaining but did something happen?
look for some diy videos or read every esk8 forum! hes done i think
@@AymNanh ah
comparison plz!!
Does a 30c battery work or does it have to be 20c
Whats the battery life and milage like one one of these?I think I might of missed that part. And what if I wanted the double up on the batteries if I decided to get the longest 50" board, is that possible?
Great video !
Is there another motor option, cus it takes 3-4 month shipping to Germany...
I'm not sure of other motors that size at a similar price. Maybe you can check about other shipping options. It's also very slow to the US without getting expedited shipping with a carrier like DHL.
Look on diyelectric's website or hobbyking or alien motors. Sk3 motors work very well. Just don't buy one over 300kv or you won't have a lot of torque
isn't this also a good motor for the board: hobbyking.com/en_us/kd-53-30-high-voltage-brushless-outrunner-190kv.html @@orensprojects7250
How does the battery get charged up
This was an awesome video!
Can you hook up 2 5Ah batterys to it?
I already have a 400-watt 1 wheeled electric board I need to put two 400-watt wheels on it will I have to change the control box which one should I get in the UK
possible to go 10s and 4ah on the battery?
Good video , how do i recharge the battery? please
balance charging search that. Or BMS but i go for balance for that type of battery.
Can you provide a link for the series connector please.