ANTIGACHO BP Custom GenX/SCX10 UNIMOG
 

Hello from Mexico

This is going to be a boring thread, basically, because this project is a long term building that I have in mind, maybe this is going to take the rest of this year

I just finished the building of my first crawler, a hilux truggy but I cannot resist the temptation to build another, this time a UNIMOG

This is going to be very expensive for me, I live in Mexico so is impossible to find the parts that I need at my local hobby shop so I have to pay always expensive shipping cost, also the Mexican peso is so devaluated VS US dollar so I can not invest a huge quantity on a single order


The following pics are the inspiration for my build

Team Jccmog

https://i.postimg.cc/sXCGnWBs/team-1.jpg

https://i.postimg.cc/hPtz3cGz/team-2.jpg


I just order a couple of parts the next post will be the "Vehicle Build Sheet" to keep a record of the parts that I already ordered

I'm a newbie on this hobby but I am totally hooked to RC car building, I'm never going to buy a RTR again,

I will really appreciate your suggestions and tips for this building, searching online and youtube are my main source of information for this hobby, the shared building experience on this forum has been really helpful for me, I really envy the huge RC community that exists in the USA and how you help each other on this hobby

Kudos to some builders that I have read before pulling the trigger for this build


Holt

Norton

cooper_xl

Angus_Beef

Traildriver

robysoldtamiya

Ty@Tekin

Joonatin

KillerBlackbird

ChickenSashimi


finally, sorry about my bad English skills

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Welcome. I worked out of Tabasco for several years and can see how logistics could be an issue. I spotted this in Ciudad del Carmen. Guy bought it in the D.F. and was headed to a resort in Cancun.
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...70318ccd8c.jpg

If you can find anyone with a 3d printer it would help out as well.

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I am going to use the Vehicle Build Sheet, shared by harleydesigns.com

that will be very helpful for this build.

So far those are the parts that I already Ordered

FRONT AXLE

Vanquish Products Currie Portal F9 SCX10 II Front Axle Black Anodized VPS08350 $299.999
Vanquish Products Currie Portal Overdrive Gear Set VPS08353 $32.99
Ruddog Aluminum Offset Servo Horn (Black) (25T-ProTek/Ruddog/Savox) RDGRP-0085 $11.99


REAR AXLE

Vanquish Products Currie Portal F9 SCX10 II Rear Axle Kit (Black) VPS08360 $199.99
Wertymade Vanquish Currie F9 Rear Skid Plate WTY-WM-75 $34.99


TRASMISSION

SuperShafty Bombproof Transmission for Axial SCX10 & SCX10.2 (5mm OutPuts) SS1010C $199.95
SuperShafty Exclusive Bombproof MIP HD Driveline - *1 Axial SCX10.2 RtR kit* SSHDSCX102R $69.95
ATOP RC Aluminum Center Skid Transmission Plate for SCX10 II AT-SCX10II-03 $17.08


BODY/INTERIORS

Mercedes Benz Unimog U 406 Hardbody (B-006) $109.00
Front Bumper for Unimog 406, 416 DOKA (X-068) $20.00
Wipers for Unimog 406, 416 DOKA (X-067) $5.00
Door Handle for Unimog 406 (X-066) $3.00
Mercedes Unimog / Universal Fenders, (F-004) $15.00
Mercedes Unimog Snorkel (S-009) $12.00
Mercedes Unimog Flexible Mirrors (M-010) $8.00
RC4WD Axial SCX10 Universal Front Bumper Mounts RC4ZS0987 $9.99


ELECTRONICS


Tekin Hotwire 3.0 Bluetooth USB Interface TT1452 $57.65
Tekin RX4 Hardbox Waterproof Sensored / Sensorless D2 Crawler ESC TT2000 $159.90
Tekin ROC412EP BL Crawler Motor 2300kv TEKTT2623 $139.99
Futaba R304SB T-FHSS 4-Channel Receiver FUTL7680 69.99
Gens ace 5000mAh 11.1V 50C 3S1P HardCase Lipo Battery $55.42
Castle Creations BEC 2.0 Waterproof BEC Voltage Regulator (15 Amp) CSE010-0153-00 $45.99
ProTek RC Braided Brushless Motor Sensor Cable (150mm) PTK-2108 $5.49
ProTek RC 370TBL "Black Label" Waterproof High Torque Brushless Crawler Servo PTK-370TBL $159.99
Powershift RC Technologies Night Killer Series Big Square Light Pods PWR-01 $16.99
Slidelogy 5mm LED White Headlights 4 LED For 1/10 On-Road Drift Car SDY-0126 $1.90
Slidelogy 3mm 5mm LED Orange & White Headlights 4pcs For 1/10 On-Road Drift Car SDY-0127 $1.90
HeyOK Performance The Lighting Controller HEYTLC $55.99
HeyOK Servo Winch (3-Position) HEYSVWN3 $52.99
Powershift RC Technologies Nitrogen Tank DMS Dead Man PWR-0108 $39.99
MyTrickRC High Power Spotlights w/Mounting Hardware MYK-FT4 $12.99

ROLLING STOCK

Team DC 1:10 Aluminum 1.9 inch Armory Version Beadlock Wheels DC-50973 $48.00
RC4WD Mud Basher 1.9" Scale Crawler Tractor Tires (x4) RC4ZT0115 $49.98
Voodoo KLR/M - 1.9 (x 2 ) $64.00
Voodoo 'PLUS10' 1.9 True 3 Stage Foams (for trucks over 10 lbs) (x2) $30.00
Superstition Machine Works SMW 1.9 Beadlock wheels (4) SMW19BL $139.99
Vanquish SLW HEX HUB - SLW 475 VPS01042 $29.98
AVID. Axial SCX10 II RTR Bearing Kit AV-AXL-SCXIIRTR $22.00
Robinson Racing Absolute 32P Hardened Pinion Gear (13T) RRP1713 #5.49



CHASSIS AND SUSPENSION

BP Custom GenX Steel SCX10 Chassis Rail Kit BPCGEN6RS $74.99
BP Custom SCX10 CMS Kit BPCSCXCMS $19.99
BP Custom SCX10 Shock Relocation & Lowering Kit BPCSCXSHCK $12.49
Pro-Line Pro-Spec Scaler Shocks (90mm-95mm) x 2 PRO6316-01 $115.98
Hardcore RC SCX10. 2 stainless 10 pcs link kit, S bend SKU 00002 $60.00
BP Custom Winch Servo Mount w/Integrated Fairlead BPCWNCHMNTFL $13.50
Twisted Steel RC LLC custom link set $142.45

TOOLS

Bernzomatic TS8000 - High Intensity Trigger Start Torch $1414 Pesos
Harris Safety-Silv 56% 1/16 Silver Solder Brazing Alloy 1 Troy Ounce 75310 5631 $25.88
Shop Tuff MR-01 Mighty Rod Bender MR-01 $673 pesos
Stanley Mini Esmeriladora Profesional 4-1/2 pulg 710W STGS7115-B3 $675.80 pesos
6mm Tube Bender For Plumbing Refrigeration Copper Aluminum Pipe 180° Degrees $10.09

Re: ANTIGACHO BP Custom GenX/SCX10 UNIMOG
 

Real UNIMOG should be an incredible vehicle, I have seen videos of how these vehicles perform and wow! that blows my mind, but definitely 1:1 is a hobby for rich people,

https://youtu.be/1iQtn6Abb9s

As you said 3d printer would help, there are some places in my city where 3D printers are available, but I haven't try that option

I know nothing about CAD designing but I have noticed some websites were 3D files are available for sale

Re: ANTIGACHO BP Custom GenX/SCX10 UNIMOG
 

Check Thingverse and a there’s a few other sites available. May not have anything specific for the Unimog body but you can find some for specific a chassis and some scale accessories.

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Checking some blueprints as photo references of unimog 406 I realize that the real one has portals axles, I Already ordered the vanquish rockjock axles because I really like the design but portals will be more scale looking for this project

now I'm debating If I should return the rockjock and get the portals or keep going with the rockjock axles


some references of the real unimog axles

https://i.postimg.cc/vZSN6Y4W/axle1.jpg


this is the vanquish rockjock axle

https://i.postimg.cc/nVYSGYsV/axle-2.jpg

this is the vanquish portal axle

https://i.postimg.cc/FRbpGNHC/axle-3.jpg

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This really depends on you...It is truly your truck and you can build it to your liking. That is one of the things I love so much about this hobby. The portals will give it a bit more realism, but the Rock Jocks will also look amazing.
I bought the Vanquish portals for my Unimog build, but I found it was not going to work for my build since my truck was a running build before the portals were released.
Good luck with your build, I will be following along.

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Thanks for your suggestions, I didn't notice your Unimog building thread before, (Mercedes Unimog crawler) truly inspiring for a newbie like me , thanks for sharing

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I change my mind: I am going to install vanquish portals. those parts will be super expensive I'm sure there will look awesome I hope they perform well on this project

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Nice! I'll be watching this build closely!
I'll be interested to hear how those vanquish portals work out for you.

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Thanks for your interest this is going to be a very long process; A lot of parts still pending to be ordered, Also I have to deal with huge delivery times some parts take months to arrive,

For me, using the portal axles is like flip a coin, I am not sure how that axle will perform, I don't even have seen that in person, just videos and reviews, nobody in my city had something similar, I just hope that they match on my project and that they perform well

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I'm sure you will enjoy them.

A Unimog RC deserves scale portal axles!

I am also watching your build thread with interest... "thumbsup"

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Thanks, I ordered some parts but I had just received the chassis, the wheels, and the front portal axle, so progress on this build will be very slow

I think I will install Tekin electronics on this rig; I am having some heating notice some heating issues using Holmes TrailMaster BLE Pro + Puller Pro BL (2700kV) so I don't want the same brand, still pending to decide which motor roc412 or rock412hd

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That´s it, most of the parts are already ordered $2,182.08 USD invested (excluding the shipping cost) I hope that my wife never see this post that is a lot of money for toys, I'm not going to order anything else until I receive all the parts I have to wait at least one month, then I can start with the building of this project. I hope that the parts will match together, I am afraid about the link size because I'm not sure of the total wheelbase size of my project.

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Some parts still on the way including electronics and body but I'm tired of waiting so I'm going to start this project ensembling the parts that I already have

So let's build the Vanquish Products Currie Portal F9 SCX10 II Rear Axle Kit

https://i.postimg.cc/gjsw2kYh/17may-1.jpg

Basically, you just need the basic metric hex drivers 1.5, 2.0 and 2.5mm, and 5.5 and 7mm nut driver, you also want to have some marine grease for gears and oil for bearings.

https://i.postimg.cc/gJYmkyrM/17-may-2.jpg

Be carefully selecting the bearing size during building, I notice that I made some mistakes installing the bearings. a Vernier Caliper tool was helpful

https://i.postimg.cc/13wQG7qC/17-may-3.jpg


an hour later this if the final result

https://i.postimg.cc/8cJ31sdK/17-may-4.jpg

the antigacho Unimog building project officially begins

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Ah huevo.

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Lets to continue working with the axles
time to build this:
Vanquish Products Currie Portal F9 SCX10 II Front Axle
Vanquish Products Currie Portal Overdrive Gear Set

https://i.postimg.cc/Y0TS945h/18-may-1.jpg

You only will need the basic RC hex drivers and hex nut tools to put this together

https://i.postimg.cc/xjGYN4L6/18-may-2-ok.jpg

It was an easy job up to the steep when I had to install the up and bottom portal gears, My intention was the install the Portal Overdrive Gear Set, but I can't make it fit inside the compartment, the size of the gears apparently is not compatible

After some measures and teeth counting I notice that I have the wrong gears, I confirm that because according to Vanquish website the portal axles have a gear reduction of 1.67:1 (18/30) and they recommend the Optional Overdrive Ratio of 1.4:1 (20/28) for the front axle only.


So I double check the gears included and I notice this

my front portal axles include these gears:
top.....20 teeth x2
bottom.....28 teeth x 2


Portal Overdrive Gear Set includes these gears:

20 teeth x2
30 teeth x 1
28 teeth x1

https://i.postimg.cc/L8pxYxB3/gears.jpg

So I found that my front portal axles already include the Optional Overdrive Ratio of 1.4:1, (20/28) not the usual reduction of 1.67:1, (18/30); and the Portal Overdrive Gear include wrong size gears. So double mispackaging:evil:

I wrote to vpsupport@vanquishproducts.com explaining the situation, to see if they can help me. I had found that most of the time companies do not support to international customers, let's see what they will comment about it, I don't know if they can Help me because I ordered these parts at amain hobbies and RPP hobbies

https://i.postimg.cc/P5YMdYgv/18-may-2.jpg

At least I could finish assembling the axles so while I wait for the Vanquish reply I can continue with the building of this project

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I had issues with wrong gears in the overdrive kit, where the VP support helped me out really fast, sending new parts to Germany. That was a nice piece of customer service from VP: In mailresponse and delivering both.

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I don't have a manual to follow for this building so I found some photo referencces at Instagram looking for #BPCChassis, I know that there are some awesome chassis altertives out there like toyzuki, brazinscalerc, TSS SCXHR CHASSIS, Northwest Scaler Designs SCX10 II Stainless Steel Truggy Frame Rail Set, Xtreme Racing Axial SCX10 3mm Carbon Fiber Frame Rails, etc but I like the BP Custom GenX Steel SCX10 Chassis Rail Kit because It has multiple shock positions alternatives and according to description it is compatible with portal axle configurations.

The wheelbase information for this chassis is not available at amain hobbies so I got in contact with Bruce Pease through the "contact us" section at BPC website, he kindly answer that I can go from under 12 in to 12 and 1/2, 13 inches on the wheelbase depending on what lower links I run

https://i.postimg.cc/RF67btL0/bpc1.jpg


The BPC chassis is compatible with scx10 geometry so apparently, any center skid plate will work I choose the ATOP-RC Aluminum Center Skid Transmission Plate

I am planning to build this rig under the usual 313mm wheelbase (12 inches 1/4). now I am afraid that it will be too long, considering that the Unimog cab is very short, I don't know I will deal with that later

This is how the supershafty transmission looks mounted, looks good next to the Tekin motor.

https://i.postimg.cc/sx32ZdxR/bpc-2.jpg

I'm considering to paint or powder coat the chassis rails, but I am not sure if that would be really necessary. to be honest I like the raw appearance

After mounting the transmission and motor I hope that the front and rear driveshafts could clear the X braces, otherwise, I have to adjust the battery location.

https://i.postimg.cc/k4vJC1cY/bpc-3.jpg

that's all for today

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Mmmmm. Looks burly. Can not wait for the trial run.

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Is was cleaning and refilling my Truggy shocks so I thought Is was time to build the Unimog shocks too

Pro-Line Pro-Spec Scaler Shocks (90mm-95mm)

https://i.postimg.cc/QCqJp3qg/shock-1.jpg

I choose that shocks just because I like the design and colors, to be honest, I had a bad experience with the Pro-Line PowerStroke Scaler Shocks (90mm-95mm) that I had installed in my other rig they leak a lot, I have to rebuild that shock every 2 runs,


The Pro-Spec Scaler Shocks have a different seal for the shock shaft I hope that this performs better

https://i.postimg.cc/kGSk9BqJ/shcok-2.jpg

First impression: the Pro-Spec Scaler Shocks feels a little bit stiffer but the shaft still have a smooth run, easy to build, no problem with threads

https://i.postimg.cc/Qt2y6h5R/shock-3.jpg

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I received this small but expensive part: $35 USD for this little skid plate, WTF wertymade!

I don't know if it will act against performance but at least, it will provide some protection against scratches on the rear axle

Wertymade Vanquish Currie F9 Rear Skid Plate

https://i.postimg.cc/GtMsLhQf/werty1.jpg

The skid bolts on to the F9 Portal rear axle but the part that I receive just don't fit, it has some solder residues and requires some Dremel work to make it fit. I didn't expect that for such an expensive part but I don't want to deal with returns so I will keep that

https://i.postimg.cc/gc4hqNWK/werty-2.jpg

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Small update, Vanquish Customer service Replies and sent me the missing gears, Kudos for international customer support "thumbsup"

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Initially, I like the raw material appearance on my chassis but the real Unimog that I am trying to replicate have a black chassis, so I found a painting workshop in my city that could help me with the powder coating

4 usd later this is the result

https://i.postimg.cc/htVPMtmq/blaxk.jpg


great looking chassis, ready for scratches

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Some electronics still on the way but now that I have the chassis ready I can continue with the building

http://i64.tinypic.com/35bblf4.jpg


After assembly I notice that the geometry looks kind of weird, links seem a little bit long for the chassis

If I compare the shock position on this build with the usual SCX10II geometry is easy to notice that the shock are not perpendicular to chassis and wheelbase looks a little fit offset. that offset is more evident in the back than in the font

http://i64.tinypic.com/2qw0rib.jpg

The difference in geometry is also noticeable if I compare this chassis next to my other rig

https://i.postimg.cc/hGTq0QWL/compare.jpg

I don't know how it will affect the performance but now I am not sure if I should continue the building with the actual 313mm (12.3 in) wheelbase or order new links for a shorter wheelbase

According to PBC staff, this chassis should work from 11.5 inches to 12.5 inches wheelbase but in my opinion, the actual 12.3 wheelbase looks long,
Using the length of the actual links I have to mount the cab at the very front of the chassis to make it fit.

https://i.postimg.cc/mkrqKtq6/unimog-project1.jpg

What do you think?

How to select the ideal wheelbase?

Now I face some problems
1) Select the ideal wheelbase and order the correct links size or take the risk and build under the current wheelbase
2) Order some Vanquish 350 or greater SLW Hex Hub or drill the current ones to make it fit (I found this useful tutorial for that: Drill press rim mod's with VP hubs)

I really appreciate If you can share a piece of advice on this

Re: ANTIGACHO BP Custom GenX/SCX10 UNIMOG
 

Loving your build so far. I don’t think the long wheelbase would be a problem. A lot of people prefer a ~12” wheelbase. It makes you more stable but you will have less maneuverability. You will also drag your center skid more since the axles are further apart. Since you have a shorter wheelbase truck already it’d probably be interesting to have one a good bit longer. It’ll give you something different to drive.

As for the hubs I’ve never tried such a thing so I can’t offer feedback. Drilling aluminum shouldn’t be too terribly hard. Just take your time and make extra sure you have everything lined up perfectly.

Re: ANTIGACHO BP Custom GenX/SCX10 UNIMOG
 

Thanks for your words!

to be honest I'm not totally comfortable about how the current link-shock-axle geometry looks, in my opinion, there are 3 mistakes
1) wheelbase should be a little bit shorter 12.0 would be ideal;
2) the front shocks look too inclined, similar builds have the front shock in a vertical position. maybe I need shorter links because using the current length I have to mount the body cab at the very front of the chassis
3) axles alignment is different front and back, the front one looks more inclines


I don't know if these details are important or not I just want to mount the body a little bit back
actually, I am looking for options
Twisted Steel RC LLC will be the next try

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this build will be in pause again =(
I have to order new links to solve the issue with the links-axle-shock geometry. this is a problem because I can't return the unused parts, international shipping is always expensive and soo slow, at least on Mexico side


another problem

the hex hubs on my wheels do not match with the portal hexes,
the silver hub is what I need the black hub is what the team DC wheel uses, totally different size and mount style

https://i.postimg.cc/kMjvfjyc/tdc.jpg

I don't know if I would be able to adapt to the hub or not. I definitely want to use a military-style wheel for this build so I have to find an alternative compatible with Vanquish SLW hub

Re: ANTIGACHO BP Custom GenX/SCX10 UNIMOG
 

Does the DC wheel hub just need the center hole opened up to fit on the wheel hex? They sure look like they have a 12mm hex? Or, did you need a different width hub too?

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I hope so, I will get some drills today to modify that wheel hex.

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I ordered some custom size links for this rig

the most expensive pieces of threaded rod steel that I have ever bought $142.45 usd +33.60 shipping

I hope not no regret about that, I'm expecting to modify the wheelbase to 12.0 inches and decrease the inclination on the front shocks

the new links will be made by Twisted Steel RC LLC. I have been in communication via facebook with Eric. Expensive parts but great customer service so far.

https://i.postimg.cc/L8JCtdKL/twisted.jpg

I have to update the parts list.

Still waiting for the ESC ordered at RC mart (55 days in transit)
also waiting for the servo ordered at Amain hobbies (39 days in transit)

Maltida sea!!!, Correos de México es tan lento e ineficiente, problemas del tercer mundo

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I receive the ESC but unfortunately the amain parcel that included the BEC and servo is lost, fortunately, amain hobbies give support to international customers and they replace my order, that means another month waiting for electronics.

But I receive another parcel, also from amain hobbies, (I love when my friend the postman knocks the door) Some tires for my unimog

I realize that KLR/M tires are not the ideal for this project so I will pair that with SMW beadlocks and left it as spare for my rigs

I found some tires really similar to the ones used on the real Unimog that I am using as an inspiration RC4WD Mud Bashers

so let's mount it on Team DC Armory Version Beadlocks

https://i.postimg.cc/rFhvkCNy/3-llanta.jpg

I will use the Voodoo True 3 Stage Foams

http://i68.tinypic.com/rhu2l2.jpg

38 little screws per wheel, so 152 screws later ...

https://i.postimg.cc/4xfN85NJ/1-llanta.jpg

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Jajaja.

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I love the klr-m on my mog do excellent https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...8abb47aa19.jpg

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Re: ANTIGACHO BP Custom GenX/SCX10 UNIMOG
 

I finally received the foams for my KLR/M's

I also ordered the Superstition Machine Works 1.9 wheels, I'm not sure if I want to use it on my Unimog o maybe keep these tires as spare for my Truggy

Easy to install beadlock wheels

https://i.postimg.cc/sXxxH2TT/IMG-20190724-200202.jpg

now let's mount the vanquish slw hubs

https://i.postimg.cc/Jzt1WFNh/IMG-20190724-213133.jpg


this project is in pause, despite I already ordered all the parts some parcels still on the way, and some others I am afraid they are lost, more waiting and possible some lost money, I really hate the Mexican postal service

Re: ANTIGACHO BP Custom GenX/SCX10 UNIMOG
 

You will need an 8mm nut driver for vanquish portal axles, so you want a tool machined down enough to fit inside of an slw hub

You can spend on the Vanquish 8mm nut driver with the handle or just modify a cheap tool to make it fit

I chose that option

https://i.postimg.cc/qRBrjZv0/IMG-20190727-074309.jpg

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The uber-expensive links from Twisted Steel RC LLC. still in the way 70 days and counting, I'm afraid they are lost but still having my fingers crossed

I need those links to set up the wheelbase length and then build the bumper, body mounts, and rolling cage.

In the other hand and regarding the winch for this project, Initially, I ordered the HeyOK Servo Winch (3-Position) at rpphobby.com that was the last June 17th but the package still in transit, so I am afraid it is lost, I hope they support me otherwise I will have lost 100 dollars for that order

Tired of waiting I decide to spend again to buy another winch, so after some research, I found the Powershift Rc Technologies PST-300 servo winch, I notice that teamknkhardware.com offers very competitive international shipping rates so I ordered the winch there, surprisingly only 14 days later I received that winch,
Here is my driver showing the new parts

https://i.postimg.cc/zf4S4MKx/IMG-20190823-002716.jpg

Initially I ordered the BPC servo winch mount but I realize that it was impossible to find a servo mount that works specifically for this project so I decide to make one. Scratch building time!

I went to home depot and got an Electrical outlet box, I cut it out to make a couple of prototypes that do not work

Then I found a steel plate in the garbage so I bend it cut it to make the servo-winch mount, I take a lot of measures to make it fit, space for clearance is very tight

https://i.postimg.cc/yxr71FjY/IMG-20190822-211504.jpg

https://i.postimg.cc/JnpLxb9c/IMG-20190822-214007.jpg

https://i.postimg.cc/bNVNRjQS/IMG-20190822-220546.jpg

I also build a little plate to mount the BEC. next step is to make the holes for M3 screws I don´t have a bench drill just a cheap black and decker drill so I have to do my best to make precise holes. I Hope not to mess it up

https://i.postimg.cc/4xFPZnp4/IMG-20190822-214116.jpg

https://i.postimg.cc/SKBG25Zw/IMG-20190822-214613.jpg

Finally, I make a styrene receiver box for my electronics, I have to fit in the receiver, the lights controller and the winch controller, and some servo wires I also have to use the balloon method for waterproofing so I am afraid that this box will be a little bit small, maybe I have to build another

https://i.postimg.cc/Nj48DDgz/IMG-20190822-221615.jpg

Now that I have all the electronics the next step will be the wiring. I also have to paint and install the custom made parts.

Thanks for visiting my boring thread

Re: ANTIGACHO BP Custom GenX/SCX10 UNIMOG
 

Looking good man! Keep it up!

Re: ANTIGACHO BP Custom GenX/SCX10 UNIMOG
 

After 97 days I finally received the steel links for this project. I really hate the service of "Correos de mexico"

Those are by far the most expensive parts ordered for this project, custom links $142.45 +33.60 shipping + $25 USD taxes = $201.05 usd
I almost feel stupid for paying so much

This is what I received:

https://i.postimg.cc/vBttscL7/111211.jpg

During rod ends installation I notice a missing rod end. super expensive parts and I receive it incompleted:x, fortunately, I have some spares in my toolbox

https://i.postimg.cc/zXcS8mWQ/2222.jpg

High clearance links installed, using these links, the wheelbase for my project is now settled, so I can continue with the building

https://i.postimg.cc/BQSLymVV/33233.jpg

next steeps

- Electronics installation
- Servo winch installation adapting my custom winch mount
- Get some tools for brazing (table vise, mapp gas, welding magnets) I already have the rest of the material including a rod bender
- Design and build body mounts
- Design and build the custom bumper
- Scratch build the back of the body
- body painting
- interior design and build

a lot of work to do

Re: ANTIGACHO BP Custom GenX/SCX10 UNIMOG
 

The increased costs you are dealing with are incredible... I feel bad for you!

But they do look like good and strong links.

Will be watching the rest of your build with interest, as I love Unimogs!

"thumbsup"