I am working on a Sportster build ATM and I occasionally check out the Bustin website for sales. I noticed today that their latest Sportster Hybrid v3 comes with a CNC cutout and a re-enforced deck.
I am still happy to finally have an Eboosted MKII Enclosure that will hold a much larger battery, but I understand the appeal of an ultra-thin and lightweight board.
I also found it interesting that they are talking up a new Samsung 30Q variant (30QT-6). People on the flashlight forums have discussed them but I am curious to hear what @Battery_Mooch has to say about these compared to the original 30Qs for our application.
Hey there. It’s worked out great for me. I had a few teething issues with the older version BMS, but Bustin were on point. They sent a new battery with the updated BMS and it hasn’t missed a beat.
The board rides really well. Super stable - even at top speed it feels really planted. I’ve also got a set of 120mm Cloudwheels, which are great for a different feel and experience.
Does anyone in here have knowledge on how I could replace the VESC in a V3 that’s having issues with a Go-FOC Dv4s from Maker-X? I don’t have background knowledge on esk8 other than riding my board for almost 3 years now. It looks like I would need technical information to make the swap work and I can’t find anything online that would help.
I have a V3 that needs esc replacing as well. If you plan to go with a gofoc dv4, you’ll need to change connectors on the hub motors. I think they are mr30 if I remember correctly. I mention this so that you’re aware of the need to solder.
I know this is late, but I wouldnt trust their decks as is. The 2nd layer of wood has cracks at the deck’s weak point.
I didn’t buy a premade but did buy a Sportser deck. The only reason I noticed it is bc I wanted to add fiberglass reinforcment and lessen the drop on it.
I know the cracks look small but their decks having that when unused means they are already weaker than they should be.
I’ve never used it and nothing I’ve done could cause a crack. I’ve only added fiberglass and epoxy to fill the hole and to add strength.
I’m really glad I didn’t just buy longer bolts and risers to negate the drop bc this isn’t safe for esk8 use due to location of the crack
Edit: to be clear the hole being filled doesn’t add that nuch strength. I just do it to help grip tape lie flat. The reinforcement is on the under side
there are at least 6+ layers of fiberglass there but likely more. I lost count and just kept adding more to use up the epoxy I mixed up.
The epoxy is blue bc this deck will eventually be used for my 2nd board that is my blue board. Plus adding mica based pigments wont weaken the epoxy. Only adding too much liquid pigments can weaken it and cause longer cure times if it is water based
