03-23-2014, 11:55 AM | #1 |
Rock Crawler Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Georgetown, TX
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| Sgtsteve's Class 2 JK
Alright guys, I finally enough done to make it post worthy. Let me start off with thanking Patrick at Locked Up Rc for making this a reality Also a special thank you to Cory (Stang Killa SS) at The Scale Shop for designing a custom chassis just for this build, and getting it to me so dang quickly:thumbs_up: Based on the Axial SCX-10 G6, well sort of. Parts and Upgrades - All can be purchased from Lockeduprc.com! Axial OD/UD gears Axial Universal CVD's Axial metal transmission gears - complete set VP Zero Ackerman High Steer knuckles Axial 8* adjustable C's Holmes Torque Master 30t motor Holmes BRXL mini LURC FI Spools front and rear LURC OT 2 Straight axle shafts LURC 1.9 Adversary 8L wheels with 1.9 Agile rings (my absolute favorite set of wheels ever!) LURC Scale hardware everywhere - all done in MC Zinc LURC Scale Pro Hubs front and rear LURC RTR Servo Winch with LURC winch hook Tires - not sure what to get, or just run the Treps.....need suggestions! Duratrax 32p, 54t spur gear (because I tend to eat weaker spur gears) 32p, 10-12t pinion Custom front tube bumper with LURC winch line fairlead LURC Super Blue 200lb winch line RC4WD Rear tube bumper __________________________________________________ _______________________- Chassis - Custom designed by Cory (Stang Killa SS) of The Scale Shop Aluminum Scale Radriator V2 "Ultralite" - super easy to install, very light and looks fantastic! *Warning* - once you go custom chassis, you can never go back It makes the entire build so much easier. __________________________________________________ _______________________ This is my class 2 entry to this years SW Scale Nationals. Brief description, then pics... Body is a New Bright 4dr JK with some modifications that include trimmed front fender flares (still need to be painted) and completely removed rear fender flares. Ive decided to run it with the entire roof intact, as I just love its profile. Also, I plan on running the color as is, no painting required..bonus! Custom made sliders, made from very thin galvanized steel to save on weight. Decided here not to mount tube sliders to it in order to keep things extra clean. Ultimately, it might be nice to have them as those are a useful point to wrap winch line through in the event of a rollover, but hey, it'll never roll over:tongue: I made the front bumper to be class legal, and as out of the way as possible. I managed to mount the winch line fairlead between the two tubes to keep it out of the way. The body is held in place with super strong magnets up front, and for now at least, two body posts in the rear to help align the body, and gives me the option of using a body clip should I feel the need for more holding power. I do plan on using two super strong magnets to hold the rear down as well. So far, during my initial living room testing, the suspension and steering geometry seem to be very good. There is zero bump steer, good but not ridicoulous articulation, and I was able to mount the steering link and drag link on top of the arms, thanks to the custom chassis. |
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03-23-2014, 02:12 PM | #2 |
I wanna be Dave Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Where the sheep run scared.
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| Re: Sgtsteve's Class 2 JK
Very clean build. The simplicity and function of the design looks well thought out.
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03-23-2014, 05:05 PM | #3 |
~THE SCALE SHOP~ Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: KILLEEN TX
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| Re: Sgtsteve's Class 2 JK
awesome execution. that 3rd pic looks so sweet. hardtop ftw |
03-23-2014, 07:19 PM | #4 |
Moderator Rule Breaker Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Austin, Tx
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| Re: Sgtsteve's Class 2 JK
I like how simple it is.
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03-23-2014, 07:56 PM | #5 |
Rock Stacker Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Round Lake
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| Re: Sgtsteve's Class 2 JK
Good choice keeping the original blue on the body. I regreted paint mine.... Your tire size looks about perfect btw. |
03-23-2014, 08:15 PM | #6 |
I wanna be Dave Join Date: May 2006 Location: FOUR 8 OH
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| Re: Sgtsteve's Class 2 JK Simple and clean. Like others have already said. I like it. Where'd you get the magnets? |
03-23-2014, 08:43 PM | #7 |
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03-23-2014, 09:35 PM | #8 |
SCALE PERFORMANCE PARTS Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Cedar Park
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| Re: Sgtsteve's Class 2 JK
Looking good. You going to build a box for the electronics? |
03-23-2014, 10:18 PM | #9 |
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05-17-2014, 11:38 PM | #10 |
Moderator Rule Breaker Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Austin, Tx
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| Re: Sgtsteve's Class 2 JK
What pinion did you end up running ? Did you pick up the spur and pinion from hobby town or order them ?
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05-18-2014, 12:10 PM | #11 |
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05-18-2014, 01:42 PM | #12 |
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| Re: Sgtsteve's Class 2 JK
Looks awesome man! Really like the wheels and scale bolts!
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09-06-2014, 06:39 PM | #13 |
I wanna be Dave Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Where the sheep run scared.
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| Re: Sgtsteve's Class 2 JK
Steve, fantastic build brother. I love the clean look and totally agree with running the top. Can we get some suspension shots? I just ordered a version 2 smooth skid combo from Corey. I want to see the axle location under compression with the chassis.
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