My Blackjack/ Axial build

[FrankyRizzo]

Well I got my Axial AX-10 today thanks to RCP for the super fast shipping.

I have been testing a new design here in Sin City and we are calling it the Blackjack. It is a purpose built comp 2.2 rig. I have incorporated many aspects and ideas from all of the rigs I have owned and tested. I know that one rig is never perfect but it does have some cool features.

Some of you may have seen some of the pics I have posted and thank you for the questions and comments I have received. The rig you have seen was built of of the TLT and stealth platform. I will now do a build based on the Axial tranny and axles. When Axial announced the AX-10 I contacted RCP for specs and some insight so I could design this chassis.

Again a big thanks to RCP for the fast shipping and the design help.

Well I got my kit today and in my excitement I took the instructions to work to look them over and then forgot them at my office. Well I went forward with putting the axles and tranny together and then realized they have instructions on Axials web page. Well after auditing my work they were put together correctly. So far here is a pic of what I have going. I will keep the build going. I know I am going to have some fabrication to do because of some of the differences in mounting locations and such. I have to say that once the pieces are put together they are very stout. As far as I can tell it looks like Axial did their homework and have a great product going.

I hope you enjoy this build as much as I do. I will post some body off pics of the TLT platform so you can see what the target goal is.

[Del Monte]

looks pretty cool so far...
I'm curious to see how the black jack turns out with axial stuff

[FrankyRizzo]

I thought that the pre orders where being sent out in like septemberish?:idea:

For the Axial?? They went out this week from RCP.

[BrandonW]

did the scorpion come with a spur gear? what pitch is it. thanks

looks cool so far

[FrankyRizzo]

Yes 48 pitch

[scalecrawler]

This will be nice! I have one question, how wide is that tansmission at its widest point?

[dieselfuel]

finally i guess the cat is out of the bag. we've been running these chassis for a few weeks, they're really cool! super low profile and so far they're doing well... the axial parts look good too, ill try them out one day...

[1beatjeep]

where is the roller at.

[dieselfuel]

where is the roller at.

roller scorpion? it'll probably never be built, all he needed was the axles and transmission.

[ColquittCustom405]

Nice Franky.real nice."thumbsup"

[FrankyRizzo]

I got the plates mounted to the skidplate today. The Axial tranny mounted up like it was meant to fit in it. Here are the pics of the chassis so far and the body off pics of the TLT platform.

[Rockpiledriver]

Looking good so far. This is going to be killer!

[dirk379]

yeah looks like the ax tranny will fit perfect in that chassis. I can only imagine what a pede would look like stuffed in there

[Brandon]

Any updates? I love this build "thumbsup"

[FrankyRizzo]

I will be making up the links and such tonight if time permits. It appears they are the same length as the TLT platform.

[braceysdad]

Sthuper Stexy wheels, build looks great...

What chassis is that?

[FrankyRizzo]

What chassis is that?

Hey Noob, did you read the first post??

Sheeessh...

Blackjack Baby!!

[braceysdad]

Where would one purchase a chassis like that?

[WOODS]

lookig good so far"thumbsup"

[EeePee]

Done yet?

That's definately a really cool looking chassass. Nice look to it.

[FrankyRizzo]

Done yet?

That's definately a really cool looking chassass. Nice look to it.

Thank you. I am hopefully going to get some more done tonight.

[braceysdad]

Thank you. I am hopefully going to get some more done tonight.

after you call me, right?

[cartronicshn]

after you call me, right?
I always wondered is it possible to trainwreck a trainwrecker:lol:

BTW nice looking chassis and setup Franky.

[Double J]

Nice looking chassis. "thumbsup"
Look forward to hearing how the performace is with the new axles under it.

[FrankyRizzo]

I got the lower links done. They are actually the same length as the ones I am using on my TLT platform with the fat rock C's.

I should have the upper links done tonight.

[FrankyRizzo]

Well I ditched the upper link mounts. I ended up using the three link setup that comes stock. Looks way cool and cleaner. I mounted the shocks as well. I will throw up some pics this afternoon.

[Brandon]

Looks great! Are you using the same shocks as the tlt version or going with something different?

[FrankyRizzo]

Same shocks. I just removed the outer spring because it does no good anyways.

[dirk379]

Wow rizzo those h.c. links are saweeet. The curved style links are probably much for affective than the bent to an angle links. You can most likely slide up/off/over obstacles better and not get stuck in the kink of the link, brilliant idea! :thumbsup:

Agree it looks better with the 3-link. Killer build, what body you going to run?

[braceysdad]

Would I be correct in assuming that you are running a 45/55 set up since the front links are bent a little different than the rears?

[FrankyRizzo]

Those HC links were actually a mistake. I made them in a vice bending them in 2 spots. I don't like how they look. I like the ones on my TLT version better with just 1 bend. I will make another set when I finalize the build. These were in a bin so I just threw them on to see how it would look.

I appreciate the compliment though.

As far as body goes I might do a Hello Kitty pink stadium truck style body. Not sure yet.

[FrankyRizzo]

Would I be correct in assuming that you are running a 45/55 set up since the front links are bent a little different than the rears?

Nope 50/50

[FrankyRizzo]

Here are some pics as a roller.

I am really digging the three link rear.

[braceysdad]

Looks cool, have you narrowed the wheels or, are they already that narrow?

[chip cross]

i want one looks sweet

[FrankyRizzo]

Looks cool, have you narrowed the wheels or, are they already that narrow?

I just have the tires in the middles or the rims just for mock up purposes. I will be narrowing them soon though.

[62PYRO]

What,no rock rings?:lol:
Pat

[FrankyRizzo]

What,no rock rings?:lol:
Pat

I mocked them up with no rings. The Pentas are waiting trust me. If you notice one wheel is chrome and that one has the Penta on it.

[screaminsavage]

you signed on and didn't post more pics.....
You are so grounded.
no leaving this site without more pics.

[screaminsavage]

Or I'll take you over my knee young man!!

[FrankyRizzo]

Or I'll take you over my knee young man!!

LOL

How young do you think I am??

[Stormin2u]

Franky I think your way too old for a spanking.

[screaminsavage]

not quite as young as I hope to be some day"thumbsup"

[screaminsavage]

Franky I think your way too old for a spanking.

ohh.. your never too old for a good spanking;-)

[FrankyRizzo]

ohh.. your never too old for a good spanking;-)

http://www.jeuxvideo.com/articles/0000/images/gb/a/aup1gb0b.jpg

[tsaun987]

Franky, are you using the stock 87t spur? My crawlmaster rubs the tranny with the 87t, and Im wondering what size spur I should replace it with. Thanks,
Tyler

[FrankyRizzo]

I am running the stock one with an OG Revolver and have no issues.

[FrankyRizzo]

Got it running and it is very nice. I will post up some body off pics tonight.

Would you look at that...The chassis is lower than the top of the wheels.

My TLT version is the same way. Like it was designed that way. Hmmm.

[FrankyRizzo]

Here is the profile of the TLT platform as well.

[Rockpiledriver]

Dude what wheels are those?

[FrankyRizzo]

Axial Beadlocks with Taylor Hobby Products Penta rings.

Oh the other ones....

Those are a super secret beadlocks that will be available through RCP shortly.....

[Hildy]

Very very nice. That thing must vertical climb like a spider by the looks of your COG.

Will this chassis be available to purchase at any point?;-)

[Del Monte]

looks killer... both of them.

How much center clearance does the axial rig have?

[stanbro]

them wheels are sweet"thumbsup"

[screaminsavage]

Very very nice. That thing must vertical climb like a spider by the looks of your COG.

Will this chassis be available to purchase at any point?;-)


Or if not could you post a template so I can copy it, steal the design and sell it for my own profit!:twisted:

[FrankyRizzo]

Very very nice. That thing must vertical climb like a spider by the looks of your COG.

Yes it does.

looks killer... both of them.

How much center clearance does the axial rig have?

2 1/2" how it rides. Extends to 3 1/4 for some more break over.

them wheels are sweet"thumbsup"

Yes they are. RCP will be selling them exclusively soon.

Or if not could you post a template so I can copy it, steal the design and sell it for my own profit!:twisted:

At least you asked instead of just doing it.

[Rockpiledriver]

Or if not could you post a template so I can copy it, steal the design and sell it for my own profit!:twisted:

Please don't :lol:

Yep we will have these chassis available just as soon as we can. They are a VERY stable well thought out design.

[FrankyRizzo]

Went out to Valley of Fire today. No idea why. It is nothing like the rocks in Moab :roll:. The Chassis was very stable and the AX-10 axles and tranny worked very well. The only problem was for the hell of it I mounted up the Rock Lizards and they are not the tires to run at all. I had both platforms out there and the TLT with the Losi Rock Claws was hooking up very well. Diesel and I met up with Gimbal for a little pre Nationals testing.

[screaminsavage]

Please don't :lol:

Yep we will have these chassis available just as soon as we can. They are a VERY stable well thought out design.


wellll, ok, but only since you said please"thumbsup"

do you have an estamated price, and will it come with the links and droop suspension setup.

[Gimbal]

Franky let me drive his Blackjack yesturday. Very nice. The setup is spot on IMO. They have clearly done their homework on the shock setup ;)

[FrankyRizzo]

Franky let me drive his Blackjack yesturday. Very nice. The setup is spot on IMO. They have clearly done their homework on the shock setup ;)

Wow!! Coming from Gimbal I am honored. Thank you.

I am glad to hear that you like it. If you would like one I might be able to juice you in.

[FrankyRizzo]

Some pics before we head off to Nationals.

[62PYRO]

Paintjob looks good."thumbsup"
Pat

[dieselfuel]

yeah it does... better in person but good none the less.

[racenut123]

You have a very nice setup there......."thumbsup"

[crawls2thewalls]

i love those rock rings so much it almost hurts..

:twisted:VIVA LAS VEGAS:twisted:


i'm moving to vegas within the next three months, we gotta meet up so i can beg for a set..lol

i play poker for a living and gotta have em..

are they sold at sincityrcrc????

[FrankyRizzo]

i love those rock rings so much it almost hurts..

:twisted:VIVA LAS VEGAS:twisted:


i'm moving to vegas within the next three months, we gotta meet up so i can beg for a set..lol

i play poker for a living and gotta have em..

are they sold at sincityrcrc????


Looking forward to it. Drop a PM to 62Pyro here on the board to get you a set.

[racenut123]

If I may ask,what body manufacturer is that ram from?

[FrankyRizzo]

If I may ask,what body manufacturer is that ram from?

HPI. I like them because they are skinny and low profile.

http://www.hpiracing.com/products/en/7173.html

[racenut123]

HPI. I like them because they are skinny and low profile.

http://www.hpiracing.com/products/en/7173.html
Thanks for the link. "thumbsup"