Scaleauto motor pod adapter - Printable Version

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Scaleauto motor pod adapter - bowley - 4th-Oct-24

Hi,I need to know how on Scaleauto rs200 with rt3 anglewinder motor pod what adapter to use so I can fit an S can motor. Can anybody advise me.

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RE: Scaleauto motor pod adapter - chrisguyw - 4th-Oct-24

Hello Bowley,..........I have replaced many "longcan" motors in the Scaleauto RT3 (and other)  anglewinder pods with "S" can motors, and, there is no need to use any sort of adapter. I have done this for club members, customers, and several proxy cars (proxy winners),...with zero issues whatsoever. 

Use machine screws through the pod bulkhead and into the can,.....if you are concerned (no need to be) you can use a drop of shoegoo etc. on the endbell end where it touches
 the edges of the pod cradle.

Since the mid 60's, motors (much more powerful than those used in our current plastic toy cars) have been secured to the chassis using screws or soldering,  securing only the can end of the motor to the motor bracket/bulkhead.

Cheers
Chris Walker

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RE: Scaleauto motor pod adapter - bowley - 6th-Oct-24

Thankyou for reply. Now I can go ahead & order the parts I need with confidence,thanks again. Great pics too.

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RE: Scaleauto motor pod adapter - Kevan - 6th-Oct-24

I've lost count of the number of times someone has asked how to fit a short motor in a long mount...isn't it obvious? 

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RE: Scaleauto motor pod adapter - Nonfractal - 7th-Oct-24

Adapters can be sourced from many suppliers.
You could also print your own on a 3d printer. 

This thread references Johnny's workshop 
https://www.slotforum.com/threads/can-i-fit-small-can-anglewinder-motor-in-slot-it-chassis.196021/?post_id=2649997#post-2649997

Adapters improve rigidity and avoid having to glue the motor in.
Useful for endurance events 
AlanW 

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RE: Scaleauto motor pod adapter - bowley - 8th-Oct-24

I suppose it should have been obvious. But I've fallen for that before & realised, oh sh1t that isn't as obvious as I thought. Once bitten twice shy. Thanx everybody.

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