scratch build rc trail truck

[pattyv12]

Ok so a few years ago on youtube I found the axial scx10 and I thought wow that things really cool. I started researching them and I had to have one... then I saw the price. Wow. So I started saving and i'm almost at the point where I can buy one but simply cannot justify that much money. The only other thing I could think of was to build one. The only parts I would actually need to buy is the axles and transmission and some other smaller things like shocks. To the computer I went to start designing. This is what I have so far.

[vwmopar]

Um yeah can't see the pic. RC is an addiction like drugs and alcohol you don't need them but your wants supersede your needs and you make purchases anyways. I hardly every buy a full kit. They have a bunch of stuff that you may never need if you have a build in mind.

[pattyv12]

Hahaha I know exactly what you mean I cant help it. The desire is too much. Im sorry the picture is unable to be seen this is my first thread and I dont know how to post pics. I have a cad drawing of the frame and the frame rails cut I just dont know ho to post pics. Any help would be greatly appreciated

-pattyv12

[lonleycreeper]

Posting Pics For Dummies

[Tossedman]

Originally Posted by pattyv12

I have a cad drawing of the frame and the frame rails cut I just dont know ho to post pics. Any help would be greatly appreciated

-pattyv12

Look here.

[pattyv12]

pic of the plans for the frame. Im a junior in highschool taking a cad class so its nothing special. hopefully you can see the pic this time

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[pattyv12]

ok here are the finished frame rails. They were super fun to cut out with a grinder.. they are made out of 1/8 sheet steel and the cross members will be made out of 1/2 inch tube steel. I hope to have the whole frame welded together by this weekend... stay tuned im gonna need some help with the rest of the planning

-pattyv12

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[pattyv12]

Did some more work just wanted to let everyone know that I didn't give up yet haha. If this truck comes together and works well than this is definitely the best option for someone wanting a truck for less than 200. So far I have like 10 invested in the frame and have another 5 invested in my materials for links.

These pictures show the two frame rails matched up and cleaned up plus a mockup of what it will look like when it is welded together. Thanks for looking and comments are greatly appreciated as they encourage me to keep going.









-pattyv12

[pattyv12]

The main goal of this project just to keep in mind was to build a scale-ish rc trial truck/ crawler that I could have fun with like the people on youtube for a cheaper price. The Scx10 was the most common one and therefore this is kind of a replica, copy of one of those accept homemade. Please any feedback or thoughts are highly welcomed. Enjoy

-pattyv12

[somedude]

I respect a scratch build at a young age. This sport was once ran by guys who made all of their own parts and rigs.

[lonleycreeper]

Originally Posted by pattyv12

The main goal of this project just to keep in mind was to build a scale-ish rc trial truck/ crawler that I could have fun with like the people on youtube for a cheaper price. The Scx10 was the most common one and therefore this is kind of a replica, copy of one of those accept homemade. Please any feedback or thoughts are highly welcomed. Enjoy

-pattyv12

Suggestion...
Order yourself a scx skid plate\brace combo, it will help in link geometry and getting everything straight.
Otherwise measure twice cut\drill once.

[pattyv12]

Thanks for the kind words. I was considering an scx10 skid plate combo and I wasnt sure how id put one in. I just bought a good amount of threaded rod for links so im not sure yet. I just need to weld the frame and get axles to have a rollung chassis in a few weeks. Anyone know where to get cheapish scx10 axles besides ebay (my paypal is broken haha). Thanks

-pattyv12

[MountainStorm]

I've got the same itch. I've built several MOA chassis rigs but I really like the scale realism of shaft driven trail rigs..however all my tools and experience relate to wood and plastic...not metal. It will be a stretch to get something like that chassis put together. Looks good!

eBay seems to be the WTG for cheap SCX10 axles. Fix that PayPal!

[pattyv12]

Thanks haha. Honestly it's incredible what can be done with a grinder and a mig welder and some perseverance. I'm learning as I go too which is half the fun. The finished product looks so good in my head and I hope I can finish it to show everyone and encourage people to tackle their own scratch build. I'll keep working on it and keep everyone up to date. Have fun

-pattyv12

[lonleycreeper]

Originally Posted by pattyv12

Thanks for the kind words. I was considering an scx10 skid plate combo and I wasnt sure how id put one in. I just bought a good amount of threaded rod for links so im not sure yet. I just need to weld the frame and get axles to have a rollung chassis in a few weeks. Anyone know where to get cheapish scx10 axles besides ebay (my paypal is broken haha). Thanks

-pattyv12

It is as simple as drilling 4 holes for the skid and a few more for the braces. Hope you don't mind my last scratch chassis. Using the scx skid combo.

[pattyv12]

Ok everyone im sorry that I didn't get the pics up by the time I hope. I went on a family vacation and got some unexpected kittens hahaha. Shit happens. The good news is I had some time today and I welded the frame all up and I personally think it looks pretty good. Need to get cleaned up and painted. When I can get some axles it will be in good shape haha. Hope everyone enjoys and like always I love comments and opinions. Thanks









-pattyv12

[pattyv12]

good news everyone! I got one front scx10 axle in the mail haha. Paid 40 bucks new off amazon. I dont know if that was a good price or not? At least Ive got something to keep the project going. Cant wait for it to come in so I can continue the build. Only got one front because thats currently all funding allows hahaha. Thanks and post up any comments haha.

-pattyv12