1BadJeepBruisers Chino Clone. An RCC Legend

[1BadJeepBruiser]

Originally Posted by johnrobholmes

Could you install the shock further in on the knuckle to reduce the travel needed?

HMMM I have not thought about that They are aluminum so I could drill them and it would be plenty strong still... Thanks for the idea, Ill look into that tonight

[Eviltwin_52s]

So Mike do you mind sharing your secret on your guages? The ones I have are from a Photo Etched Kit and are much smaller. I was thinking of using them and making a custom dash but would like to have something much larger. Are they decals printed on Clear Decal Paper layed on clear bubble and then cut out?

[Jim511]

That looks awesome man! I know how people do them, but what do you use to turn down your shocks? I need to do mine, but the service on here is charging too much so Im trying to see how you go about it

[Eviltwin_52s]

Originally Posted by Jim511

That looks awesome man! I know how people do them, but what do you use to turn down your shocks? I need to do mine, but the service on here is charging too much so Im trying to see how you go about it

Either a drill press or a cordless drill and a metal file. Chuck up the shock and go to town until it is turned down to the diameter you want. Then take it out of the chuck and turn it over and do the same thing to the other end.

[1BadJeepBruiser]

Originally Posted by Eviltwin_52s

So Mike do you mind sharing your secret on your guages? The ones I have are from a Photo Etched Kit and are much smaller. I was thinking of using them and making a custom dash but would like to have something much larger. Are they decals printed on Clear Decal Paper layed on clear bubble and then cut out?

Bart,
Actually, I had a guy over on scale 4x4 (outcastrc) make the decals for me. He had used them on his scale Land Cruiser build and when I saw them I had to have some! So I asked if he would do a run for me. He printed them a clear type paper which I didnt realize when I 1st got them but soon as I stuck on a black dash and realized you couldnt see the gauge anymore I realized this could work in my favor so since they are on a clear paper, it allows me to light them up Send me a PM, and we can talk more

[1BadJeepBruiser]

Here is some long awaited pictures of the clone RUNNING, NOT DONE, but running! Did pretty good even with the tires not glued. I still have A LOT more to do on this thing, but I had to try it out, I must say, this my be my favorite RC to run, its so freakin realistic







I took almost 100 pics yesterday while at my friend Bryan's house these are a few of my favorites of the clone

[chino63]

Looks good Mike! Finally on the rocks. Are you going to paint the tailgate lettering?

[Harley]

Looks amazing Mike. I always feel like the pictures need a drive though, I think with a driver, a great deal of people wouldn't even think twice about them being not being a 1:1.

[1BadJeepBruiser]

Originally Posted by chino63

Looks good Mike! Finally on the rocks. Are you going to paint the tailgate lettering?

Dont worry Dean, its far from DONE, thats on the "to do" list, Ill probably pick up the vinyl ones from Bruiser Builder so its done nice and crisp I still have so much more to do on this thing but I had to try it out

Originally Posted by Harley0706

Looks amazing Mike. I always feel like the pictures need a drive though, I think with a driver, a great deal of people wouldn't even think twice about them being not being a 1:1.

Yea... I have been thinking about a driver...for some reason, I have always felt that sometimes it looks like a "toyish" rc... Ill look into it some more

[sods]

damn mike, killer work as usual

[RCholic]

HEY!... Those rocks look familiar!!!

Mike... That is one AWESOME rig you have there!!! DAM scaled!!!
I, 2nd the vote for a Driver!!!

Here's a couple of more for ya!

Personal FAVORITE!!! :-P












Had a blast bud... Just think... It's ONLY April!!!

[1BadJeepBruiser]

Thanks for sharing those pics Bryan I like your personal favorite too I cant wait for the next GTG

[draven]

That is a very nice truck

[Norcal crawler]

That has to be my favorite scale truck ever! Amazing. I can't wait to see it finished.

[kaetwo]

Well done

There is nothing more fun then tearing it up with the Bruisery Hybreds.

What do you think of the reduced IMEX tires? They look great but how well do the perform?

[hiliftcrawler]

hay that is one sweet bruiseri like the tires and the hood and fender nice touch.

[bronco brother]

I love deans rig but this truck i soooo much cooler!!!!

[hkusp45]

Awesome!!

I cant belive the detail put into this build!!

You have taken to the next level!!

Thank you for sharing!

[Harley]

After looking at it again and again, I have to say that my favorite touch is the three holes in the primer fender that simulate the look of where an emblem should be.

BTW the picture of it laying on its side is KA! Reminds me of the pic of Badgers truggy laying over.

[1BadJeepBruiser]

Thanks for all the positive feedback guys, its an awesome rig and its only going to get better I am sourcing a bunch of scale stuff for the tool box, I already have 2 different flash lights, a fire extinguisher, 2 different shovels, and MSD tow straps. I ordered some more coolers with ice, I also found some cool sleeping bags. I still have to make a rear bumper, front bumper with a juggsterr winch...also make a plate up front and actually add a winch servo. Install rear license plate, finish body details, etc etc etc...Stay tune, its NOT done yte