I want to convert my old longboard to an esk8board. I spent most of my time on school looking for the right parts, what to get etc…
Since i’m new to build esk8boards i wanted to ask you guys if my first build will work out like i think it does.
Mechanical side
https:///collections/featured-items/products/single-motor-mechanical-kit
I found this set and liked it. It has everything i need.
There is an option for 63mm [normal/inward] or [reverse/outward] what is the difference? Also i want the 218mm version because maybe in the future i want to upgrade to a dual motor setup.
Electronics
https:///products/electric-skateboard-motor-6380-170kv
Since i’ll be running single motor in the beginning i liked the strength of this motor. And as a bonus i can fit 1 more on these trucks in the future when i get more money
https:///collections/esc-speed-controller/products/torque-esc-bldc-electronic-speed-controller
I understand this is an VESC and you can program it to your likings.
The remote is 60$ also from torque but ill be looking to get something cheaper possibly else ill just order this one
Battery
I will be making a 12s2p of 24 samsung 30Q cells.
When i get more money i’ll be upgrading this pack to 12s4p asap.
Personally i would also get the wheel upgrade. 90. 97 or even 110. But thats not a must and really up to you. The bigger wheels provide a smoother ride.
And since you’re going single drive id definitely get 15mm belt upgrade.
@torqueboards if someone buys the kit and upgrades to 97 or 110 wheels do they still get a 36t pulley? Or do you upgrade to a 40t?
Very good, very cheap, very reliable not too often you get all those characteristics. I got rechargeable AA’s for it. If you want thumb control I’d recommend the Flipsky VX1.
If you want a cheap, reliable remote I can’t recommend this one enough! I’ve never had any issues with it and with 2 AA batteries it lasts half a year without swapping/charging them! And all that for just $18
aliexpress.com/item/32972578016.html
The thing you are mostly concerned at this moment is not torque, because you’ll have plenty with one 6380 but traction your wheels provide. I linked a video so you’ll have a idea of what I’m talking about. https://youtu.be/MU2aapm_onY?t=145
Esk8’ing is the true freedom, congrats that you’ve just started it… I d like to contribute on the engineering side of your project… Do: watch lots and lots of related youtube review videos, read and read each topic on this forum… If you have time, try to manufacture your own parts… Choose the highest power ESC for your motors… Vibration will always be there and its the enemy of your mechanical and electrical connections, secure them accordingly… Be careful with the li-ions, dont let them heat up by over currents or short circuits… Bevare of the static charges on you, dont touch the conductors on the pcbs with your ungrounded fingers… Know that the hardest part for your system is the speeding up from 0, after take off all will be okey
i can back this. i have 3 esk8’s and they all use this mini remote. it’s reliable as heck, cheap as heck, simple as heck and lasts long as heck.
i can’t see why people still risk their lives with Nano-X remotes.
