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EP#159 | How to Build Your Own Open Source Onewheel

EP#159 | How to Build Your Own Open Source Onewheel

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EP#159 | How to Build Your Own Open Source Onewheel

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Length:
124 minutes
Released:
Oct 31, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Niko, Wren, and Jan sit down to talk about the new open-source Onewheel, the VESC, and the process/resources should you want to build your own.
How to Build a VESC - All the Resources and Links You'll Need:
Welcome to the cutting edge of personal electric vehicles! If you want to jump in, here's where to get started;

GENERAL INFO AND GUIDES;
Forums: https://pev.dev/
Onewheel VESC Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/231469878541536/
Surfdado's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClhp0J195HBXm6p6KN8nE4Q

VESC ONEWHEEL PARTS;
THE BRAIN/CONTROLLER:
The electronics from Makers PEV- https://www.makerspev.com/collections/bundles
The lid and kit for the controller box: https://www.flowglider.com/index.php/product/lid-mount-version-of-wtfoc-mk2-hardware-pack-for-little-focer-v3/
3d printed controller box: https://www.littimber.com/product/wtfoc-mk2-controller-box-for-little-focer-v3-1-lid-mount-version/
Video on how to assemble the controller box: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Olnt5r63JU
You will also need this connector cover! https://www.flowglider.com/index.php/product/wtfoc-connector-cover/

RAILS:
Float life: https://thefloatlife.com/collections/sidekicks
Thunder Rails: https://fungineers.tech/products/rails-and-adapter-3d-printed-filed-for-enclosures-and-bumpers

MOTOR:
Superflux motor: https://fungineers.tech/products/superflux
Or buy a used Hypercore motor from an XR!

BATTERY:
Torquebox: https://www.badgerwheel.com/shop-online/torquebox-pre-order
(or use an XR battery box or print your own)
Torque Pack: https://chibatterysystems.com/collections/diyonewheel/products/torquepack
Indy Speed Control 84v pack with BMS: https://indyspeedcontrol.com/shop/p/hnehknph64ts8dm5xlf4liyicob9el
(or use an XR battery and follow a guide on how to add your own BMS)
Don't forget to buy a charger too!
You will also need this battery cable if you don't have one from a gutted XR: https://www.makerspev.com/products/16-pin-molex-battery-harness-for-flowglider

FOOTPADS:
https://onewheel.com/products/surestance
Good luck and happy building!

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CHAPTERS; 
0:00 - Intro / Open Source One Wheels 
9:15 - OneWheel Mods / Liability 
10:17 - Established Titles 
12:17 - OneWheel Mods / Liability (cont.) 
17:18 - The Onewheel GT 
24:15 - Right to Repair 
31:45 - Why we made VESCs 
41:03 - Special Thanks 
43:04 - Resources and Overview on How to Build a VESC
Released:
Oct 31, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode

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