How to Build an Electric Skateboard *NEW* (38MPH-30+ Miles Range)

[@bq1000bq]

I was on my way to the auto showroom to buy a Bugatti Chiron, but after seeing this video, I decided to go for this board. Great vid - excellent workmanship!. Love from Indonesia.

[@wonderlandindonesia1432]

Sultan

[@DR.P3RKY]

This is why Boosted is going out of business 😂😂

[@DIYesk8Builders]

Lol

[@JT-xf9sw]

No, their going out of business because of these facts: they took $80 million in investor money, hired a new CEO who never skated and could barely stand on a skateboard and didn't understand his market, and invested the a large portion of the 80 million on electric scooter R&D...🤣

[@sottosotto4056]

@@JT-xf9sw yeah, stick with what you know smh. Boosted trying to sell scooters was like trying to get a horse to swim. Yes, a horse can swim but it much rather run!!

[@JT-xf9sw]

@@delamar6199 I wouldn't be surprised if they stole some of those millions. Mark my words, watch a criminal case come out of this. Cant wait for the dirty money episode to air.

[@delamar6199]

@@JT-xf9sw Dirty Money Episode. lol That's gold!

[@jonathanattal5419]

I would like a video showing how you program the esc and everything.

[@DIYesk8Builders]

We made a video here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eX63n4mwa6uJp5Y

[@idiotluggage]

Since you have a Dremel now, you should start cutting down the threads of the electric conduit fittings so the caps screw all the way down. It will create a cleaner look and have less sticking out to possibly catch on things. Your boards are nice. Thanks for sharing your builds.

[@DIYesk8Builders]

Thanks! Yes, only thing is we do not use the conduit fittings anymore!

[@codyw4022]

@@DIYesk8Builders what do you use now instead?

[@ArmstrongRacing]

This thing is pretty cool, but can we see the top speed and acceleration test?

[@DIYesk8Builders]

Yeah we will create a video for this

[@zinmayzumbaandaerobic6405]

Bruh waste money

[@g.malcolmdial1327]

I was saying the same thing...about the speed test.

[@Bryans755]

Hi,how much does this make a set ???

[@manuel-qw2js]

@@zinmayzumbaandaerobic6405 you’re never going to succeed in your KZbin channel.

[@anim_pds]

Hey man thanks for using our WestCoastStandard battery enclosure! For your next one hit us up for a pack as well! We make them out of 40T cells so you get more output, more range and less sag then with 30q cells. Keep on shredding man!

[@DIYesk8Builders]

Yeah we definitely will check those batteries out for the future. We love the enclosure, its amazing!

[@anim_pds]

@@DIYesk8Builders Great to here it! Ya you gotta get on the new Battery rides, will give you crazy more range and power! We also got some new tech coming out later this year like trucks that'll be stable at 50mph! We'll hit you up when they arrive in!

[@DIYesk8Builders]

Sounds amazing, we would be stoked to get our hands on any of those!

[@vinnyf6635]

Hey how can I get your battery enclosure I didnt see it on your site.

[@anim_pds]

@@vinnyf6635 Hit up our email at [e-mail]

[@sublimechalicefpv7714]

You need LocTight whenever you use metal to metal screws and electric motors 👍👍👍

[@michaelscott2516]

i cry when i wii loctite

[@patrickriarchy6054]

Or at least a nylon or rubber washer.

[@skatardude10]

Clean build man! I'd suggest mounting the components, especially the battery, to the deck itself and then use the enclosure simply as a cover rather than to carry all the components. Kydex and ABS will eventually crack when carrying all that weight over many bumps in the road. Fiberglass enclosures do much better carrying weight, so mounting the battery to the board is not as much of a concern with fiberglass.

[@DIYesk8Builders]

Yeah I have heard other people say the same thing, but it has never posed a problem for me and I have ridden 1,500 miles on my personal board. My concern is that the deck flexes and with the battery connected to the deck, so would the battery. The enclosure flexes too, but less so so it is a tradeoff I had to make

[@tinker2561]

Great build video gang. Explains the entire construction process very clearly. Thank you for sharing guys.

[@shadowcard6923]

So your bushings should be 2 duros harder in the kingpin closest to the board, and then your normal bushing weight at the first kingpin. Checkout riptide APS bushings as they’re what people use for freeride and downhill skating, and they have a chart to tell you the duro you need

[@darthjump]

I hope your skills have improoved in the past 2 years.

[@russsmith9042]

Awesome build hats off! Anybody knocking on it is a hater.

[@madtaz9383]

😍 you build my dream electric longboard 👏👏

[@vglaso]

You ask for comment> I 'skateboarded'. (surfed , and such) .... (got older> ) I'm simply amazed! that a person can put together an electric skateboard. (We had to use our feet to propel same).... Also... (Have seen a few videos)//// Am curious? does any video show a 'goofy footer'.... riding a board like that. > I happen to have right foot forward on any board. ....skateboard, or surfing. If it was 500-600 dollars? (and, I lived where concrete and asphalt was all around me>) I'd get one! (for kids to use) Irregardless> It's a good idea. And, I wish you well. Am impressed w/idea.

[@gghdjekrkk7711]

Best build from you by far

[@ischiasvarack2002]

its not what back to the future promised us but its still pretty cool

[@CamaroRick]

My diy build I had my VESC drop voltage to my RX under wot forcing it into fail safe of "keep throttle open for 2 seconds" I flew for a good 15 feet. Ive got a different vesc than you but it might be worth checking. Id recommend laying down on the board with full gear to test it just in case it sticks. I fixed it by using a capacitor type SBEC ran direct off 12s. Those motors are great, its got way more power than people think.

[@paulshrider6048]

Paul here from Michigan I really appreciate yourvi

[@paulshrider6048]

How much is the coming in today board?

[@DIYesk8Builders]

Thanks Paul :)

[@MrAngelRipped]

Bravo, I just might buy one of these built already 🤗

[@minimobilereview6570]

you guys are legends

[@jacobboone568]

sick video guys, love these types of builds

[@HandsONreviews4u]

Slamming board😁👍......I dont think I even have the know how for that build, but fun to watch regardless. I have a $380.00 WOWGO KT electric skateboard which I still ride on the lowest setting.

[@pezama]

for a cleaner look, carefully peel off the grip tape *before* drilling the threaded insert holes, then clean deck, apply spray adhesive and re-apply the grip tape

[@DIYesk8Builders]

We were going to do this, but the grip tape was on so well that we decided it would not be worth it

[@pezama]

@@DIYesk8Builders fair enough - admittedly this is easier to do on a top mount deck, (I've done it multiple times on my evo falcon - using baking paper to keep the grip tape tacky - no problems) but drop through grip tape cutouts are easy to rip!

[@y63ealhammadi82]

you are good builder i will change my scooter speed after1month and i will see what after👋🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@bdog111]

That turned out beautiful, good work!

[@yepkev18]

Best build so far!!

[@janoschluccamarek]

... didnt see my board :D

[@cooksey47]

Sweet video bro good content and the video is well put together and executed

[@JustinBrumCarveesk8]

SPEED is what its all about! love the review and info

[@9kalltheway]

Well done. Ordered my first budget board. And I will soon be building my own faster, better quality board. Thank you very much for this video.

[@yamalaha9233]

how did it go?

[@ratheonhudson3311]

Now this.... Is a beautiful handmade "Demon". I've gotta say I've got a 36v 7amp charger for my massive 40ah battery so I can relate to the hungry beast. Excellent tutorial and build, it's great to share step by step guides to everyone who feels intimidated by the details.

[@manuwelaboy5027]

Nice build, yup been there done that. If your looking for sub sonic speeds.Check out west Coast Standard's latest release. You can't go back after a "ride". Wcs " chamber trucks" are stable and wobble free to 40+mph. I haven't gone beyond it yet. I leave this to the kids. Hey! I'm 50+, my days are numbered. I test all the custom builds by psychotiller,personally. So I can personally speak on their behalf. The forged billet units use10mil. Axles. Not typical 8's. They're practically bulletproof. Look it up. The rest of the build looks solid...except... I ride pneumatic. Urethane is too harsh at extended rides to be fun. The 6x3 "six shooters, make all the difference. You lose distance. But gain vastly improved traction and road dampening. Especially, after30+mph. Saves knee joint aches and pain. Besides, it's just plain dope looking. I haven't mentioned the "Project Zero" yet. Hmmmm.... Should I? (My new girlfriend, boys. Get your own!) I'm going to wait. A new vid is forthcoming.

[@mojolotz]

Two recommendations about screw in nuts: put some epoxy around them before screwing in to seal the up as they can be moisture ingress points and damage the deck. You don't need to go all the way through. You can generally go from the other side and just go as far as you need, making it look even cleaner.

[@DIYesk8Builders]

Thank you :)

[@wax4077]

Nice! Probably the best diy I've seen so far. Well done 👏👏

[@blaksin]

Perfect boards guys.

[@kzlrein2406]

your contents is awesome, after i watching your video dats makes me to happy and want to have it, but in my country this things so expensive and only if u have a lots of money u can buy it, I enjoyed watching your videos, even though I can't buy those items, so keep it up I'll be waiting for more videos

[@knnkidss]

I like the way this camr out i was wondering if you a choice in off road wheels

[@DIYesk8Builders]

Yes, off-road wheels can be used on this board. We have a gen 3 version out now

[@jessehudspeth5169]

Awesome build y’all

[@markweston2623]

Awesome Boys;) Thanks for sharing, have fun :)

[@dan6131]

Well done, looks awesome

[@DIYesk8Builders]

thanks!

[@anishnattamai8801]

This is the only video with this backround music that's not garbage

[@ForrestDix]

Have you checked battery and ESC temps after a hard ride? It doesn't look like it has adequate cooling for the components in the enclosure.

[@Goodman-4525]

Why do so many eboards go with double kingpin trucks? DH longboarders shudder at the sight of them and you'd get much more stability with RK trucks

[@DIYesk8Builders]

Personally I find them more comfortable and they are also nice for carving. I don't find them unstable either, just use tighter bushings, but still you're right that RK trucks are more stable

[@contorta960]

Jesus those motors are chonks!

[@MattNicassio]

Any other high speed trucks fit this build? Dbl KP trucks don't seem like the best for going 38mph!?!

[@KerbalLauncher]

Do one with haggyboard bergmeisters next :D

[@freedomtransportationinc3839]

Do you have any tutorial of how you soldered the flipsky 6.6 plus or put the battery percentage connection back on? Great video and awesome build.

[@simplelife3466]

battery meter gos back on the reverse order of taking it off ,soldering is easy to learn and a lot of free vids on here that can show...best to grab some wire a solider gun and practice . as I told last person..knowledge is power.

[@atomicfx6885]

Looks awsome I’ve been looking around a lot I really want to do my own attempt with a hpi savage flux motor only issue is the board I want to do it to is a drop deck style and not a lot of room for it or for a battery so I would haft to run the same lipos I do on the savage any ideas or tips to help me out plz

[@ttran0259]

Awesome build. Can’t wait to see your Demon 2 :) is unity better than flipsky 6.6 plus?

[@DIYesk8Builders]

Thanks, we are excited to realize that video soon. They are both great ESC's and although I think most people today would go with a 6.6 plus I still really like the Unity

[@rxonmymind8362]

Curious. Does the build complexity go up if you build it with 4 motors? Also if adding bigger 8" off road wheels? Great build keep up the good works. Thanks

[@DIYesk8Builders]

Yeah that would make things trickier as you would need double ESC's and squeezing everything in there. Definitely possible though

[@rxonmymind8362]

@@DIYesk8Builders Go for it! Don't limit yourself to pavement! Think Bajaboards. Bigger, faster and let er rip.

[@TheHowToWinPodcast]

Awesome video! Do you happen to have the torque curves for the BLDC brushless motors?

[@eungeran07]

Quick question. Where did you get you on off switch, charge port and battery life indicator? lots of good info here. Thank ya kindly!

[@DIYesk8Builders]

They come with the battery

[@eungeran07]

@@DIYesk8Builders I have a battery already, just looking for those separately

[@coryschramm6667]

Hey I have an interesting dilemma. I have a boosted board v2 but I lost the remote and charger. I can’t find these for a reasonable price on the internet, are there any other remotes or chargers that would work? Any help is extremely appreciated Thanks

[@peterdavis1205]

Hi sick video but how does the board brake

[@DIYesk8Builders]

regen braking on the motors

[@sennabullet]

super informative. thanks for making the vid and sharing!

[@Smokeisprogress]

What is it like down hill? does the VESC have some kind of dynamic braking?

[@DIYesk8Builders]

the remote can be used to brake and slow down the board. Brakes are regenerative

[@vegan3606]

Im in the process of building a pretty similar board with 12s5p, and the newer 170kv motors (3500 watts each), still haven't decided on the deck haha

[@DIYesk8Builders]

Gonna be a beast

[@odetteanoh1831]

Very good , fantastique thank you🎉🎉😮

[@DIYesk8Builders]

Thank you!

[@vanman724]

Wow, what a great build! Is it possible to have easily swappable batteries (instead of having to bust into the enclosure)?

[@DIYesk8Builders]

Yes there is you could probably do that but at that time we weren't thinking about that and we would have wanted to find a great reliable option

[@anthonyfryer742]

Wooooooooooo!!!!! DIY GOLD...

[@minimobilereview6570]

ty for soooo much inspiration

[@cabrail100]

Do u have the price of all the components weather they are from third party or from ur own sales ? .cos I want cheap budget and ones I started doing some research I always come across getting it done way more cheaper buy buying all the components my self . The only problem I would have is with software other than than looks anyone can build it just buy watching ur video.

[@Nathraichean]

Can you please do a review on the Verreal RS? Looks to be a great board at a great price and there simply aren't any reviews on it other than 1-2 smaller youtubers.. Thank you!

[@DIYesk8Builders]

We will reach out to them and see if we can get a board to test out!

[@BIGWIGGLE223]

That is awesome!!! How well did the gasket for the plastic enclosure seal against the deck with the deck being convex and the enclosure being flat? With it being fastened to the deck you could take a heat gun and soften the enclosure enough that it'd probably form to the deck exceptionally well.

[@DIYesk8Builders]

It actually sealed pretty well, I'm sure it would work even better with the heat gun

[@markbezzy]

awesome video

[@SuperCyborg88]

Ill be getting this board now because its the same santa cruz that i had for 5 years before i snapped it in an accident bombing a bridge lol. Rip to my first board 😭

[@niandilo]

the best i have ever seen

[@troyl5929]

If you wreck the board and it flies loose and hits a curb/object motor side, what happens? For my board should I mount the motors inward or outward like yours? Also may I ask how tall the enclosure was?

[@DIYesk8Builders]

I mean its all up to how it hits. The motors are probably safer inward mounted though. The enclosure is 1 3/4 inches tall

[@troyl5929]

@@DIYesk8Builders Sweet, our batteries and enclosures are about the same height so that's good to see it fit together. With outward mounting though I've seen some people put cages around the motors. Appreciate the reply.

[@eirenwhelan3312]

What would be my best option for 6384 motors? Should I get massive trucks or would I need to mound one motor under the board? Thanks

[@DIYesk8Builders]

The double kingpins won't fit dual 6384, you could use torque boards 218mm trucks or boardnamics hangers

[@eirenwhelan3312]

DIY esk8 Builders I think the 218mm trucks only support up to 80mm motors. What are the hangers? Thanks

[@paulshrider6048]

Sorry one more thing can you put off road wheels on that board??

[@DIYesk8Builders]

Yes you can!

[@orlandomarinjr]

Awesome work 🤙🏾

[@ringojimmy7101]

put the batterydisplay in the board! anyhow nice board i will copy alot =D

[@vinnyf6635]

Went to westcoast standard to look at that enclosure and all they sell is complete boards. Also your link to the santa cruz board that goes to amazon lists it as a complete board.

[@DIYesk8Builders]

Vinny F You have to contact them through Instagram

[@DIYesk8Builders]

Vinny F Sadly that is the only place where we could find the deck. There is a place that does only sell the deck but it says out of stock: www.zumiez.com/santa-cruz-lion-god-40-longboard-deck.html

[@ljalataua1196]

What about the evolve electric skateboard New zealand-made I'm pretty sure it says it goes 40-42 ks if you're lucky 40 definitely but that extra 2 can happen lol

[@floriL3636]

why did u use double-king-pin for that high speed? would normal king pin trucks not be more stable?

[@DIYesk8Builders]

Yes skp would be more stable but we personally like the feeling of dkp more for carving. We also like the fact that they have the built in motor mounts as many caliber mounts come loose over time. We rarely actually go up to those high of speeds but the board is capable of it

[@cjkenning]

Great work old bean!

[@timmeke_8213]

do you use threadlocker on the bolts? Because i didn't at first and i lost a pulley bolt after a few minutes of riding

[@DIYesk8Builders]

Yeah, on the motor pulley grub screws - we just do not show it in the video

[@fpsyellow_ranger4815]

Dude! Under glow!

[@spacemansam_]

If i built this same set up but with a vocbox esc do you think id get a higher top speed then 38mph?

[@DIYesk8Builders]

It would be around the same

[@locostse7en]

Very very nice x

[@bigdaddy9089]

What did you use to tune it for the road? Does the software tune it plug and play or do you have to write code?

[@DIYesk8Builders]

Plug and play. It is called VESC tool

[@rafaelaguirrw2568]

Why did you decide not to sell pre builds anymore?

[@lanaalexakis-harkin1471]

Can you use any coding system for the programming portion of this process?

[@DIYesk8Builders]

VESC tool is what should be used

[@chemlutx7963]

Would you recommend the double kingpin trucks in this setup for a top mount enertion raptor style deck or would the ride be too unstable ? I really like the motor mount for them but i was planning on getting reverse kingpins from surfrodz for the stability and id like to know how these compare

[@DIYesk8Builders]

Surfrodz are probably more stable but I personally like the dip for the carvs

[@edwinrodriguez-gs8cv]

Flawless dude...exelent job...do the wheels comes ina diferent color and the board ina diferent paintings bcuz it looks sleak and fast and high tec.👍👍👍🤜🤛

[@DIYesk8Builders]

Yeah it can come in whatever you want

[@tdcrone35]

Where did you order the custom battery? Looked everywhere for it with the power indicator and all and can't find it.

[@DIYesk8Builders]

That was a battery we sold. We discontinued it but have a newer version on our store here: propulsionboards.com/collections/batteries/products/12s3p-40t-battery

[@lionelmatthew6591]

do you think its fine if i use 97mm wheels or smaller sized wheels instead of the 107 abec 11 , everything is sold out?!

[@DIYesk8Builders]

Yeah you could use any wheels

[@davidcarbon9771]

please carry a Hobbywing esc for the hub and belt motors

[@DIYesk8Builders]

We will look into it!

[@rdordo6267]

Very nice done

[@rudypospisil4094]

I see a lot of esk8 companies using DKP, yet DKP is less stable at faster speeds and all of these boards go very fast. Why are the DKPs popular? Is it the extra height allowance for bottom enclosures?

[@DIYesk8Builders]

It's because a lot of people like the feeling of dkp when carving and also it's a common truck, meaning it's easier to get manufactured

[@binsonaugustin6694]

Thanks for uploading this vedio I like this vedio very much

[@ionutvlaic3289]

Hi guys realy liked your video and determined me to start a project for myself , i have few questions ( if you put cloudwheels on what you made it will afect the range or speed?)

[@DIYesk8Builders]

both

[@ionutvlaic3289]

@@DIYesk8Builders with plus or minus ?

[@DIYesk8Builders]

It will decrease both your range and speed

[@2DanGerUS]

Hey, can you make a video of how you programmed the board? It doesn’t seem to be straight forward, or am I wrong and as soon as you open the Programm it’s self explanatory?

[@DIYesk8Builders]

We just made a video this week :) kzbin.info/www/bejne/eX63n4mwa6uJp5Y

[@PracticalProjects]

woah that's a monster haha, great work!

[@arisvu2163]

how did you connect the motors to the vesc because the vesc had no ports that the motor wires could be inserted to?

[@DIYesk8Builders]

Soldered on 4mm bullet connectors and connected the sensor wire into the sensor wire port

[@meboncent9868]

satisfied video

[@MrFinalboss117]

Where did you connect the battery indicator? I'm about to build a similar set up with the same VESC but have no idea where the battery indicator goes.

[@DIYesk8Builders]

Ours came with the battery

[@adolfomendez5439]

30 mile range wow 😲.

[@BTDFreak]

Has anyone purchased this yet? cant find any reviews but it seems very tempting

[@DIYesk8Builders]

We have but no one has posted a review. We are going to be selling a 2.0 version very very soon and that will have better and more reliable parts on it! electric-skateboard-parts.myshopify.com/products/the-demon-2-0-pre-order

[@kaden7298]

Hi I’m new in this electric skateboard. Just curious. What is the total cost for all parts on your project?

[@DIYesk8Builders]

Hi I think it was around $1600 you can also see all the builds we do and their parts list on our website propulsionboards.com/pages/the-demon-series

[@Dalton-Reed]

@@DIYesk8Builders some of the pages are having issues and the page is not found

[@TacEsk8]

Why not use 6384 motors instead? Would be more power tho

[@DIYesk8Builders]

They don't fit on the trucks, they would be too wide just barely

[@TacEsk8]

@@DIYesk8Builders but it would be kinda faster tho right?

[@DIYesk8Builders]

6384 would be more power but still the same speed because they are the same KV. Motor size won't really impact speed, only power

[@TacEsk8]

@@DIYesk8Builders ohhh i see

[@gerokatseros]

@@TacEsk8 If you change the gearing you can use the more power to have more speed with same accleration as 6374