RE-Xtreme DRB-REW Ninja Configuration #002 - pre test

 RE-Xtreme DRB-REW Ninja config is basically the ALL black setup.

REW Ninja Spec is a straight swap from my previous counter-steer Mid Engine - DRB into the prototype chassis.

I was certain that I would need a little more steering angle from my current setup, so the front knuckles will be replaced. but for now it's only 'just' capable on our super polished concrete surface but carpet is fine. 

The remainder of the chassis has a few changes. Rear BD-7 Ball Diff and some gearing changes will result in a high level. new rear springs also on the way.

Distribution is just where I want it.

 I have a few minor chances underneath. the omission of a few hole and inclusion of a few more. mainly for the Servo and battery mounts.

The new design battery mount will include the facility for the Yokomo Lipo holders

So tomorrow... more testing...

RE-Xtreme DRB Ninja Spec REW

In pieces yet again.

Looks like a pile of junk...

But it will soon be back together. 

Looks like a wrecker's yard for now.

A Zillion Overdose Upgrades!

Are you the kind to keep things status quo or evolve with the new? I'm kind of in between.

In the past I have purchased items that create a complete and current top shelf machine upgraded and swapped parts to have the constant evolution of the latest settings.

Well this chassis was at the point where it was perfectly good enough to "play" with pretty much anyone.
and over the last 3 years I haven't felt the need to evolve this particular chassis.

Instead using my Blue and Red Overdose DRB Chassis to evolve up to 5.0xFCD and try all sorts of craziness.

Purchasing this Custom Black Guild'nOne based machine showed a few new ideas from someone else who had continued the constant evolution path, So I'm effectively skipping a generation here. 

Right now, I have 4 well sorted Full Counter 4WD drift machines that function very well. So changing out $300 worth of perfectly good overdose and team suzuki polished and anodised C-Hub front suspension is a big choice.

But the above machine works so well, I'm migrating the silver machine to be a closer match. 

Especially when the replacement is also $300 worth of Yokomo, Overdose, Zillion and Wrap up next.

Overdose Drift Package lower arm is increased to allow a 3mm shaft so it's perfect for the standard DRB.
But the main feature of any Y-Arm setup is the capability for more steering angle and lower scrub radius.

Scrub is always something that has annoyed me with +12 rims disappearing behind the wheel well. 

Not being part of the "competitive" scene allows you some time to see what has been and is still great. And pick up some second hand barely used parts that still offer more. You can also reduce the cost... unless the discontinued items are super desirable.

Building some flexibility into my chassis, Narrow Scrub radius, More steering angle etc, I have gone for items found on my already awesome Black "Ninja" chassis. Zillion knuckles offer more than enough flexibility.

I've used the yokomo V2 Upper mount, Plastic items will be replaced by WUN upper arms in the next few days. This weekend, I'll be breaking out the de-anodising methods for knuckles, one way, upper mount and other items I've neglected like a new rear spool and more.  

 So the temporary setting is back together... before a full strip, clean and rebuild.

Then the Silver Typhoon will soon be even more capable.

Then once the DRB - REW prototype is set and the final chassis layout is set... I may even be replacing the replaced.

One thing is certain... Evolution is expensive.

RE-Constructing the Samurai.

Starting point...

Finishing point... A little build that took a beautiful afternoon. 

With beautiful weather, I wasn't going to build this machine in the garage.... A balcony build for me...

Yes... Overdose parts a plenty.

Full SSG Carbon Graphite chassis and Shock Towers, Motor Mount with custom 3mm spacers for large pulleys. Steering and turnbuckles, Servo Saver and Antenna Post.

I can almost build a DRb in my sleep these days. But you always forget the sequence for a couple of things.

But a DRB build always starts here. the static parts form the base. 

Then you keep going until you start to get the belts flapping around too much.

Eventually you get the front joined to the rear with the upper deck keeping the chassis plate from flexing. 

Twill carbon on the Overdose parts can look a bit dull sometimes, but other times its just a nice thing.
Here we see Overdose, Kazama.

onward we press, Black grease on ball joints, oil on bearings... clean and pretty. V2 Front end with Wrap up next items also in place.

Ahhh, A roller. Finally. Belts tensioned. Shocks positioned.

A few pictures before the body mounts were added. Team bomber front support completes the carbon set perfectly. Customised SSG Hyper Drive Bridge adds strength to the weakpoint of the DRB. 

Red. Blue and Silver Overdose triplets.

So the end result reminds me how awesome the DRB can be.

It's a good thing I take these pictures because I can see a couple of screws still to be added.  

It's time to admire... While the prices of WELD Overdose Brand items have increased recently. The upgrades were never a cheap option.With only a single production run of most Japanese brand "Tuning" parts, you have to be lucky to pull these together.

This machine has been with me a while... Starting as a DIB-R then DIB275, then DRB HT, then DRB OD, then HIGH CS DRB as it currently sits.   Final spec is still around CS 3.2:1  F40-9-18-27R 

Unused Kazama FXR wheel kept for that shelf queen imagery.  

It's definitely seen some action... Good enough for the shelf or for the street.

Double Dose

Can you really overdose?

Full OD can lead to craziness.

These two machines were both a long build process.

One sourced from parts upon new release and the other sourced from hunting for those discontinued pieces. 

The owner of this Drift Package is currently in setup phase. Still getting know how the long running Yokomo chassis works with the OD upgrades.

But my DRB is well and truly setup. It's my style machine. Big angle CS with crazy camber.

When these two are side by side, it's a good thing that these showcase level chassis are both ripe for abuse.

There's still a lot of cleanup that I'd like to do on my long run DRB and I have some components ready.

But I don't think I can ever match the sheer number of Overdose logos on this drift package. So why not add that one extra.

GOLD COAST MIDWEEK SPL

Every Midweek session is SPL. Special machines, Skills and Fun.
 

Body wise... this JZX100 was a new debut. KNOXIE on the Wheel.

AE86.

Big Red in front of the Servo.

and on the chase... this is the IN CLIP.

Blasting.

With Finesse and total control! 

Blasting ...

On to the bumper...

And some return fire.... kapow!

Some big CS angle and some low angle rear wheel drive.

Settings vary all over, mixing it up.

This R34 Widebody is a pretty cool shell. 

 The super low roofline giving it a certain flair when combined with the drag wing.

All night... Rockin' on.