Help me build my first electric longboard

[melonfrog5]

Hey guys im new to ES but ive done a bit of browsing for the past hour or so.

I have generated a part list and i would like some advice or anything that might help me make my first board.
found more parts. I have decided that i will 3d print some of my mechanical parts.

ESC

http://www.banggood.com/FVT-CBWI120A-ES ... 85970.html
Motor

http://www.hobbyking.co.uk/hobbyking/st ... Motor.html

Batteries (Not sure if 40C is compatiable)

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Bias-5000mAh-11 ... lipo+11.1v
Kegels

https://www.skatehut.co.uk/brands/orang ... 0wodXGUB5A

Not sure what controller to get. I like the idea of using a Wii Nunchuck as a controller but i am not sure if anyone sells any or if anyone has an tutorial.

What decks are recommended

I currrently have a Comet Grease Shark

https://www.muirskate.com/longboard/com ... m-complete

It is pretty wide and sturdy with little flex and a pretty good clearance

 

[torqueboards]

That ESC won't do. It's only a 4S ESC.. You'll want a 6S 120A/150A ESC at least.. You'll want to wire (2) 3S packs in series for 6S 5ah.

 

[melonfrog5]

That ESC won't do. It's only a 4S ESC.. You'll want a 6S 120A/150A ESC at least.. You'll want to wire (2) 3S packs in series for 6S 5ah.

Thanks man i knew i didnt get the right ESC

I found a battery that might work if not i will just get two 3s 25c 11.1v battery

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Tattu-9000mAh-Battery-Cinestar-professional/dp/B017GRB8Q4?ie=UTF8&keywords=25c%206s%20lipo&qid=1459265137&ref_=sr_1_2&sr=8-2

What this work. I know its pricey but i can get it cheaper from someone i know. This is a parallel battery .. would this matter

 

[melonfrog5]

i built my first electric longboard last week and made a little video about it, maybe you find it helpful, if you have any questions, just ask: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=anB4oZ5n1Mw

Just watched your video. Very helpful thanks

 

[whitepony]

i built my first electric longboard last week and made a little video about it, maybe you find it helpful, if you have any questions, just ask: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=anB4oZ5n1Mw

really cool instructional video, you put in a lot of effort into that!! I cant help for this 1 remark: you really overtighten your wheel screws!! It nearly physically hurt me to watch that poor wheel barely roll and the bearings squeal in pain :lol:


p.s.: think there are many better ways to properly connect stranded wires - have a look at this for inspiration: https://youtu.be/Q9G9gaokqvM?t=206

 

[celamb89]

I am also in the process of building my first board.. endless-sphere has a lot of good resources..

Planned setup:

• 245Kv 63mm motor
  150A ESC
  2x 8000mah 3S batteries
  15mm belt
  14T motor gear
  36T Drive gear
  Wireless nunchuck for controller
  iMax B6 Charger

Still need to decide on wheel size...
Current decision 83mm... Want to explore 97mm but have not found enough resources to make a decision. Im worried about acceleration.

Some links:
http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/__18128__Turnigy_Aerodrive_SK3_6364_245kv_Brushless_Outrunner_Motor.html
http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/uh_viewitem.asp?idproduct=16225
http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/__9910__2_x_3S_gt_6S_Splitter_JST_XH_5pcs_bag_.html
http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/uh_viewitem.asp?idproduct=9739
http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/__5548__IMAX_B6_50W_5A_Charger_Discharger_1_6_Cells_GENUINE_.html
http://shop.sdp-si.com/catalog/product/?id=A_6A25M014DF1506
http://shop.sdp-si.com/catalog/product/?id=A_6A25M036NF1510
http://shop.sdp-si.com/catalog/product/?id=A_6R25M055150
http://www.amazon.com/HobbyWing-30105151001-Quicrun-WP-8BL150-Waterproof-Controls/dp/B00LHMO56A/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1459976278&sr=8-2&keywords=150A+ESC

 

[melonfrog5]

it nearly physically hurt me to watch that poor wheel barely roll and the bearings squeal in pain

That was painful to watch

 

[melonfrog5]

I found more parts. I have decided that i will 3d print some of my mechanical parts.

ESC

http://www.banggood.com/FVT-CBWI120A-ESC-Brushless-Speed-Controller-For-110-and-18Series-RC-Cars-p-985970.html
Motor

http://www.hobbyking.co.uk/hobbyking/store/__18175__Turnigy_Aerodrive_SK3_5055_280kv_Brushless_Outrunner_Motor.html

Batteries (Not sure if 40C is compatiable)

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Bias-5000mAh-11-1V-LiPO-Battery/dp/B00GT9X3O6/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1460588718&sr=8-1&keywords=5000mAh+lipo+11.1v
Kegels

https://www.skatehut.co.uk/brands/orangatang/orangatang_kegel_80mm_longboard_wheels_orange.htm?currency=GBP&productid=29674&gclid=COWDraCr9csCFfMV0wodXGUB5A

Not sure what controller to get. I like the idea of using a Wii Nunchuck as a controller but i am not sure if anyone sells any or if anyone has an tutorial.

What decks are recommended

I currrently have a Comet Grease Shark

https://www.muirskate.com/longboard/completes/7771/comet-grease-shark-longboard-skateboard-custom-complete

It is pretty wide and sturdy with little flex and a pretty good clearance

 

[joop1987]

I have this controller on one of my boards and like it alot. It came in 7 days after I ordered. Includes receiver. It has two settings, slow and normal. On slow, it goes 1/2 the maximum speed.

http://www.amazon.com/Generic-Elect...=merchant-items&ie=UTF8&qid=1459270836&sr=1-2

 

[melonfrog5]

I have this controller on one of my boards and like it alot. It came in 7 days after I ordered. Includes receiver. It has two settings, slow and normal. On slow, it goes 1/2 the maximum speed.

http://www.amazon.com/Generic-Elect...=merchant-items&ie=UTF8&qid=1459270836&sr=1-2

That's a nice controller

 

[melonfrog5]

I have updated my list on the opening post