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Old 05-28-2008, 10:02 AM   #1
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Default DMG DCV PRO rock racer build.

I am turning my AX-10 into A rockracer. I am starting with a Death Metal Garage DCV PRO. I don't know if I will go 1.9 or 2.2. I'll build it both ways and let you decide what works better. Here are some pics of what I'm starting with plus my AX-10 kit.







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Old 05-28-2008, 10:03 AM   #2
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looks good! Should be fun! I was thinking about a rock racer but wanted something i could let my little bro learn how to drive.
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Old 05-28-2008, 11:17 AM   #3
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Do you have a link to where you got that chassis?
It looks awesome.
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Old 05-28-2008, 11:21 AM   #4
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The search function does work.
I just found the info about the chassis in the vendors section.
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Old 05-28-2008, 11:44 AM   #5
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Looks like it's gunna be good but do you really want all what weight in a rock racer.
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Old 05-28-2008, 12:20 PM   #6
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The chassis weighs 8 OZ. It's aluminum. Very light! The weights are for the wheels only if needed.
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Old 05-28-2008, 06:16 PM   #7
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...they are pretty light...lighter than they look anyway...ut the DCV PRO is pretty big... Will be watching this one Spotty

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Old 05-29-2008, 03:03 PM   #8
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I got the links, shocks, and axles put on. Well mocked up anyway. I think I need to lower the ride height a little. Let me know what you think. Remember, this is a rockracer, not a crawler.;)







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Old 05-29-2008, 04:00 PM   #9
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I think you should cut those side panels even with the top of the side brace and lowed the ride height some. What motor/ESC combo are you going to use?
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Old 05-29-2008, 10:34 PM   #10
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...thats kinda how mine is sitting right now too WB with all stock AX10 stuff is 110 cm...sorry dont know what this is in inches yet but its 1cm short of 12.5
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Old 05-30-2008, 11:15 PM   #11
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I got it all put together now. I still need to lower the ride height and I'm working on a set of narrowed rock claws to get the right look. I am also working on lexan body panel so I can paint them. I should have more pics tomorrow.
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Old 05-31-2008, 01:05 PM   #12
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You are doing exactly what I had planned. I even contacted DMG about getting one but decided to be more responsible with my stimulus check. But it's in the plans for sure so I am excited to see how yours turns out. What motor/ESC/batteries do you plan on running?
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Old 06-01-2008, 08:32 PM   #13
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OK, I finaly got some time to work on it. I got the ride height lowered down to where I want it. Installed some cheap electronics just to see how it works. I need your help on what rims and tires to go with. 2.2 or 1.9??????:-P

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OK 2.2????


OR 1.9????
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Old 06-01-2008, 10:07 PM   #14
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What motor/ESC/batteries do you plan on running?
I'm not sure yet. It will be a brushless set up as soon as I get the money. For now I think I'm going to run an Orion Core stock motor, Duratracks Racing 8t with REV ESC, and a 6 cell 2/3a saddel pac.
I will switch to a 3 cell lipo when I go brushless.





I just got done with the first shake down run. This thing is wicked fun to drive!!!!!!:tw isted: I think the 2.2s work better for the whole rockracer thing. I'm going to mount up the narrowed Rock Lizards I just got done making and see how they look. I will post pics of them when I'm done.


Action pics and Vids to come.........
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Old 06-03-2008, 05:30 PM   #15
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Made the lexan panels and am painting them blue. I should have pics up later........
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Old 06-04-2008, 09:07 AM   #16
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I got all the lexan panels and decals put on. Let me know what you think.







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Old 06-04-2008, 09:12 AM   #17
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awesome rigs......can't wait to see the video
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Old 06-04-2008, 10:00 AM   #18
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sweet! love the dcv pro!
my next tuber!
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Old 06-04-2008, 10:15 AM   #19
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Looks great
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Old 06-04-2008, 10:40 AM   #20
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Looks sweet! The panels turned out very nice.
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