Vanquish Products VFD Twin Step-by-Step Instructions

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The Vanquish Products VFD Twin Transmission comes equipped in the new VS4-10 Phoenix. This patent pending transmission features dig and selectable overdrive. The VFD Twin retains the features that made the original VFD great, keeping the motor as low and as forward as possible.
Motor Plate & Standoffs - 0:12
Topshaft & Slipper - 0:35
Shrouds - 1:50
23t & 52T in Main Gear Case - 2:17
Front Half T-Case Assembly - 4:44
Lower Gear Shaft Assemblies - 5:50
Back Half T-Case Assembly - 8:51
Dig Lockout Installation - 9:10
Final Gear Installation - 10:01
Dig Lever Installation - 11:10
Overdrive Lever Installation - 12:10
Install into Chassis - 14:22
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@billderas3420 2 жыл бұрын

Perfect informative video. Had one of the large e-clips still resting in my parts tray after supposedly completing the assembly; so, had to do a partial teardown to add that e-clip. Would suggest that both e-clips be installed per Page 12 in the Instruction Manual; and, not one per Page 12 and the other per Page 13. That would have saved me from missing one. Thanks again.

@stevemiller7980 11 ай бұрын

I know its an old video, thank you for sharing this knowledge with us. I'm currently building my first Vanquish and the manual does not list the second clip. This video probably saved me hours of messing around. Thanks again

@cncrcOG Жыл бұрын

Threw out my manual and chose the harley designs manual, life saver for those of us who learn from watching! Thank you sir!!

@limer4330 2 жыл бұрын

This was unbelievably helpful. I would have been second guessing myself if I had only used the manual. This was also just a lot more fun. You couldn't have made this video any better. You saved me a ton of time and I appreciate that. Thank you.

@clarkb1900 2 жыл бұрын

This transmission is a brilliant design, with one exception: The gaskets for the shifter arms don't seal at all. Dust, dirt, mud, sand, and especially water will go straight through them and eventually ruin the transfer case gears and bearings. With all the effort put into designing this thing, I don't understand why such an important detail got so little attention. If it just used molded, accordion-style shifter boots, the transfer case could be made completely waterproof. I was considering this transmission for a future build, but I hesitate to spend almost $200 on a drivetrain that'll self-destruct in most environments.

@OGRadGrow Жыл бұрын

Great step by step instructions. I couldn't have done it without you. Thanks Bro. 👍🏾

@jasonnrachel 2 жыл бұрын

So appreciative of this video. I was a hard core nitro racer for years so I can wrench, but these directions were less than stellar, and I hate not knowing if something is 100% right. Your vid saved my build. Trans build take 2. Lol

@mikej8832 2 жыл бұрын

Anyone else get a kick out of Josh getting his Nerd on with all the bearing and screw sizes?

@WinstonCorneilius Жыл бұрын

I just completed my VFD and its a work of art! Awesome job Vanquish!!

@haroldsbeaver206 Жыл бұрын

This video is exactly what I needed. Now the pile of parts on my bench are making sense. Much easier if they weren't covered in grease! Thanks

@offroad1911 Жыл бұрын

I just received my builders bundle today and the lack of directions was very disappointing. Your video was very very helpful. Thanks.

@bradcowart5044 2 жыл бұрын

Glad I waited to build mine! Great informative video Josh!

@pwrofgrayskull 5 ай бұрын

This was incredibly helpful. I followed along and got mine built. Thank you for your help and thank you very much for your time and effort in making this video!

@BoylstonBobby Жыл бұрын

Thank you. Not saying that I couldn’t have done it without your video, but it was definitely a nice benchmark and made it less intimidating.

@Wroughtxxx 2 жыл бұрын

Very helpful video! Made building the transmission super easy. Since the instructions were a little hard to follow.

@rc-ingaroundamerica8792 2 жыл бұрын

Think 638 oz. Is enough for the dig, lol have to use that servo since It was the only one I had that used 25t horns, lmao, can't wait for my missing parts to finish my Phoenix

@brianmorrison2846 Жыл бұрын

Another great how to video. Thanks

@markusw.3496 2 жыл бұрын

Very informative, thank you 👍🏻

@fredsmith-dengler9225 Жыл бұрын

VERY HELPFUL! Thanks!

@codycain8398 2 жыл бұрын

Definitely wish This was out before I built mine. Pretty sure I’m missing an e clip and the transfer case definitely didn’t slide on that easy

@CRCG_00 2 жыл бұрын

Are there any plans on releaseing a transmission kit option for the VFD Twin? like the original VFD

@robertwermis2971 10 ай бұрын

Awesome video, this is my first Vanquish machine and I am thoroughly impressed with the quality of everything, I did have one issue though. My kit came with the machine gear upgrade and the gears were not correct, had doubles of two gears and missing the two main gears that connect to the slide dogs.

@anthonyhart6723 Жыл бұрын

We need an updated video with the machined gear kit

@johngisbourne7197 Ай бұрын

Why ? It's the same gears only machined instead of sintered.

@EugeneRCDrezgalovo48rus 2 жыл бұрын

Very good 👍

@chriswalter4887 2 жыл бұрын

great video, i think i check mine again

@kjflyte5088 2 жыл бұрын

Having to wait until Christmas lol.

@thodinh2637 Жыл бұрын

Is the aluminum stand-off a performance upgrade, or more for the cool look?

@adriandiaz6949 2 жыл бұрын

I just broke a gear from my phoenix and I was looking and several people had the same problem, do you have any option for more resistant gears? besides the original ones?

@josepharrington8080 Жыл бұрын

HARLEY Appreciate your videos top notch kit but the Manual is a bit confusing you saved the day again 💯👍🏿

@chucksrchabit.7671 2 жыл бұрын

Josh is this trans geared diff for the portal axles?

@Frostbyte911 Жыл бұрын

Dimensionally can this transmission fit in axial kits, like a wraith or scx10iii?

@brianellison3525 2 жыл бұрын

Built mine, one of 4 Vanquish trucks I own, it's up for sale. Are you going to offer the trans as a stand alone? That might be fun to play with someday on a monster truck or something, but I'll stick with my Super Shafty with a hurtz unit for crawling comps. Love all your vids, love most of your gear. I've got about 10 crawlers total, and I think all of em have some Vanquish or Incision somewhere. Thanks, and have fun.

@Dozern90 10 ай бұрын

So quick question as the interweb is full of conflicting information. The slop in the rear output shaft. Some say the slop is intentional for the DIG to function properly and some say to shim it out with the mysterious plastic shim from the kit. (The manual says nothing about either) And while shimming it with the plastic shim does remove all the slop, does it have a negative impact?

@renobob7781 Жыл бұрын

Hey Josh, Does the metal bearing plates 10142 fit the twin transmission. Thanks

@silentjde 2 жыл бұрын

I didn't notice different size pins, but everything looked fine and went together ok, but i did wind up with and extra pin.

@HarleyDesignsInc 2 жыл бұрын

There is an extra pin in the bag.

@robbryan3044 2 жыл бұрын

Josh, HUGE thanks for the video. Just curious, but, can the machined transmission gears (or, at least most of them) from the VFD be used in the VFD-Twin? If not, will a machined gear set specific to the VFD-Twin be coming soon?

@HarleyDesignsInc 2 жыл бұрын

Only the first two gears from the original VFD will work, the transfer case is all new. A machined gear set as an option part is being worked on.

@robbryan3044 2 жыл бұрын

@@HarleyDesignsInc Fantastic...and, from everyone (ok, maybe just most) who's purchased the Phoenix Kit, another HUGE "thank you".

@jjvizms 2 жыл бұрын

Im going to need one of those machined sets as one of the gears inside the transfer case craclked a tooth.

@persuasiv3tv260 2 жыл бұрын

I’m having issues with my truck and wondering if you could help

@bricksfirst5584 2 жыл бұрын

I figured out where the 2nd eclip went although the instructions never said to install it (it just magically shows up installed in later steps). I came here to find out why I have an extra pin so thanks Harley Designs for answering that in the comments. I'm not sure why the box says it has a 3 position dig and a 3 position OD yet though. I'm guessing you put both to center for 2wd?

@HarleyDesignsInc 2 жыл бұрын

You put the OD to center for RWD. If you put both to center you will have neutral.

@bricksfirst5584 2 жыл бұрын

@@HarleyDesignsInc Thanks Harley, that would explain the video I saw someone make that looked like a neutral slam.

@Dozern90 Жыл бұрын

The transmission shrouds. Are the needed for structural strenght? I kinda like the barebone look more.

@HarleyDesignsInc Жыл бұрын

No, they aren't needed for strength.

@TWINCAM069 Жыл бұрын

This fits the vs4-10 ultra ?

@wesmadebuilds681 2 жыл бұрын

I’ve tutorial, hope to get started on my soon

@dallhans 2 жыл бұрын

RWD = OD middle / DIG front position, FWD = DIG middle / OD front position

@DieselJLUJeep Жыл бұрын

Can this transmission fit into SCXiii?

@lucavesper3371 2 жыл бұрын

Hi, can you please show the fitting of the bearing in the motorplate. Our 2 keep falling out. Quick cut at 0:45;) Same Problem on our 3 Ultras. Great video👍

@danielkonrad1444 2 жыл бұрын

Same here for me. Bearing falls right out.

@HarleyDesignsInc 2 жыл бұрын

It doesn’t need to hold itself in, it is retained by the top shaft. That is not a problem.

@MrWilliamSit Жыл бұрын

Great video, thanks for the effort to smooth out the path for us. The holes of my transmission is slightly off when trying to fit onto the chassis, which makes the tranny very notchy, any thoughts on what went wrong on my part?

@johngisbourne7197 Ай бұрын

@@MrWilliamSitloosen both standoffs rods and it will settle itself when mounted to the chassis. Those rods can create some warping of the tranny.

@RCRitterFPV 2 жыл бұрын

waiting on my low pro servos and horns... I'll be back.... honestly.. my bench is soo backed up...

@bigjeep_littlejeep3777 Жыл бұрын

Im just built mine. I have a couple questions. Why are there so many extra parts? Does it matter plastic or metal for the bearing plates?

@HarleyDesignsInc Жыл бұрын

Extra parts are on the mold for various configurations. It’s pretty common for kits to have extra unused parts. Metal bearing plates help support the gears more and are a nice strength upgrade.

@AkagiPro1 2 жыл бұрын

Some are finding a clicking sound coming from transmission (felt through the front drive shaft) during climbing? Some have shimmed the upper gear on the main shaft coming from the motor to reduce the click? Believing it may have some side to side play ..Any thoughts or ideas on this?

@HarleyDesignsInc 2 жыл бұрын

The upper gear really couldn't have anything to do with that if they are feeling it thru the front shaft since all gears past that gear would experience it. The front portion to the VFD Twin is the exact same as the previous VFD. It's more likely something in the front output overdrive gears and slide dogs if they are only seeing it in the front. It's not something I've had on any of mine. They should also check the driveshafts are phased.

@AkagiPro1 2 жыл бұрын

@@HarleyDesignsInc gotcha makes sense thank you for the response and clearing up possible areas to check for this issue with clicking.

@AkagiPro1 2 жыл бұрын

@Patrick Fonck will definitely try that out, thank you

@jasond1245 2 жыл бұрын

@@HarleyDesignsIncKZfaq who has done it kzfaq.info/get/bejne/oc2IdqaT3dO7Yok.html

@MrSneakyGunz 2 жыл бұрын

Harley, could I get away with the Tekin T-120 for the dig and od operations on this VFD Twin? Perhaps you have another low profile servo suggestion?

@HarleyDesignsInc 2 жыл бұрын

That servo will work well. I have ran them as well as Protek low profile servos.

@MrSneakyGunz 2 жыл бұрын

@@HarleyDesignsInc Perfect. Thank you for quick response. One more question while I have you. If you don't mind? Could one run the T-440? I ask because they're exactly the same price. Will the taller servos fit with the body on?

@MrSneakyGunz 2 жыл бұрын

@@HarleyDesignsInc Well... I'm on the hook for 3 T-440's 😊. In fact I went full Tekin throughout. RX4, Roc412, and I went ahead and got the Bluetooth program box from them as well.. Hope it's amazing. I'm super stoked to get my hands on this truck that you've had a hand in. Thanks for all your vids Mr. I watch every Tuesday. Take care.

@yiezhe Жыл бұрын

Hi, what is the servo size and horn needed for dig?

@HarleyDesignsInc Жыл бұрын

Standard size servo, 24mm servo horn

@yzlvr Жыл бұрын

Do you put grease on the slide dogs?

@HarleyDesignsInc Жыл бұрын

It’s not something I generally do but it wouldn’t hurt if you did.

@randysgut3214 Жыл бұрын

has anyone fit these into a scx10 3?

@jamesstokes5249 2 жыл бұрын

So I’m having an issues with my vfd twin. It’s been locked in 6% od since I built it. Now it’s acting like it’s not fully locked into 6% anymore. When the front tires get meet resistance trying to climb they stop running and trans just clicks and slips. So it has to be the front output. Pulled trans apart and everything seemed fine. No busted gears and slide dog looked fine too.

@HarleyDesignsInc 2 жыл бұрын

Definitely have to suggest disassembling and then following the video. It sounds like you may be missing an e-clip or a pin or something.

@jamesstokes5249 2 жыл бұрын

@@HarleyDesignsInc I pulled it apart last night everything looked fine. No busted gears, dog slides looked fine. Reassembled with the instructions and still has issues. It had all the pin for the gears were they were suppose to and had both e clips on the rear output shaft and had all the correct shims between the bearings. . I have roughly 10 hours on it before it started having the issue. When I get off I’m going to lock in into 33% and see if it’s still doing it. Either way I will pull it back apart and check it once again.

@jamesstokes5249 2 жыл бұрын

@@HarleyDesignsInc wasn’t sure if y’all have experienced that issues or not. I do appreciate the reply!

@virtualreality4me544 10 ай бұрын

Both of my shift covers have the nub on them 😢

@farhanseptianali6955 2 жыл бұрын

can the old version of VFD be added with DIG and OD options?

@HarleyDesignsInc 2 жыл бұрын

It could if you bought all the parts but it would be a big conversion. It is possible though.

@farhanseptianali6955 2 жыл бұрын

@@HarleyDesignsInc oke thank you very much...this part one by one ready in the market...like a puzzle...

@RobRenoRacing 2 жыл бұрын

Just built mine this morning, only thing I can’t find is the position to make it 2wd, and how to set the points on the servos

@HarleyDesignsInc 2 жыл бұрын

I’ll have a video on electronics soon. Two setup 2WD, you want the OD shifter to be in the center position.

@RobRenoRacing 2 жыл бұрын

@@HarleyDesignsInc sweet thanks

@robbryan3044 2 жыл бұрын

In order to do RWD, your Tx needs to have at least one 3-way switch, or a dial that can be set to "act" like a 3-way switch. If course, in order to be able to set the dig shifter to allow FWD, you'll need the same. So...if you want the ability to use ALL options (4WD, FWD, RWD, dig, and selectable dual OD), you'll need a Tx with two 3-way switches, or two dials, or one of each (plus the requisite dials & 2-way buttons/switches for accessories, such as winch & lights). Here's how I see the channels: throttle, steering, Aux (if using Mamba X), OD, dig, winch, one channel to control on/off for ALL lights simultaneously. That's already 7 channels. Now, time to pack up my Phoenix kit for the night.

@jeffstrain7904 2 жыл бұрын

The front drive in neutral does not turn easily. Feels like there is resistance. Is this normal? I have rebuilt several times and everything looks correct. Ideas?

@HarleyDesignsInc 2 жыл бұрын

How much resistance are you talking? There is going to be some drag, but I can't say there is an issue or not without more info.

@jeffstrain7904 2 жыл бұрын

The front output shaft would not turn when the drive shaft was attached and it would when not attached. The rear had a lot of play. After rebuilding again everything turns ok. The rear still has a lot of play and the front is very tight.

@tristan-s 2 жыл бұрын

This is where I’m at as well. The front driveshaft seems to rub on the transmission casing when installed. There is a _lot_ of drag. I’m going to attempt rebuilding to see if that fixes it up, but am wondering what I could’ve missed. It feels like the front output shaft is too short. edit: I’ve broken down the transmission, confirmed everything is in the right spot. I noticed that the 5x11x4 bearing sits proud of the 30t front drive gear. I think this is causing the output shaft to be “short”, pulling the driveshaft into the case. Upon reassembling, I tightened the screws on the left (front-output) side of the case first, followed by the right. This helped a little, but I think the real problem is the too-wide bearing for the 30t gear.

@HawkerFury Жыл бұрын

@@tristan-s that’s interesting. Two of my gears have a recess which is only 2.5mm deep and a 3mm wide bearing to fit. This causes them to sit proud. I noticed the casing actually distorting very slightly when the bolts were done up. Hmm. Might need to deepen the recess in these gears

@llewellyngrace4781 Жыл бұрын

Will the Hobbywing fusion pro 2300kv fit in this kit?

@rcstories_ca Жыл бұрын

Yes Fusion Pro will fit, as will the new Fusion SE. The original Fusion does not fit. Here are the dimensions and which Hobbywing motor should work and which will not: Transmission motor clearance 40mm x 60mm FIT: Fusion Pro 2300kV 37mm x 58mm Axe 540L R2 36mm x 57.8mm Fusion SE 36mm x 58.1mm DON’T FIT: Fusion (1200kV or 1800kV 540-spec) 38mm x 64mm Axe550 R2 36mm x 63.8mm

@blazeyourowntrail875 10 ай бұрын

I put the hobbywing fusion pro 2300 KV in my Phoenix but you have to sand down or file the nub on the passenger side for the link bar. It doesn't affect the strength of the upper link

@trevorcrain9620 2 жыл бұрын

Servo horns... 20 or 24mm?

@HarleyDesignsInc 2 жыл бұрын

20mm steering, 24mm for OD and DIG

@ThomasClass1 2 жыл бұрын

Did anyone else have 2 2x8mm and 2 2x10mm pins? I also had 5 set screws

@HarleyDesignsInc 2 жыл бұрын

There are some extra pieces of hardware in the package.

@jeffreypursley1914 Жыл бұрын

Vanquish Technical Support: Hello, I’m Jill from Vanquish Technical Support, how may we help you today? Frustrated Customer: Hi, I need help with my VFD Twin transmission. Vanquish Technical Support: May I ask if you have watched the video that Josh from Harley Designs has done? Frustrated Customer: No, I have not. Is it really that good? Vanquish Technical Support: Oh yes, it’s is excellent. Please watch it and if you have any questions after that, please feel free to call back. I will tell you this, almost no one calls back after watching. Good luck and thank you for calling Vanquish Technical Support. Have a great day. Frustrated Customer: I think I will now and thank you so much.