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10-11-2008, 01:57 PM
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| Quarry Creeper Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Ventura, Ca
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|  Comp Proven Chassis
hey guys i've been building my ax10 for the last couple months and ive come to the conclusion one of the last things i need for a comp rig is a new chassis. I want a chassis with a lower CG, and i would also like to still run a spring suspension setup rather than a droop if that helps. I need some option on what chassis people are running, how they like them, and how they compare to each other. -I have been looking at the SWX i know bender is has a great reputation, I had a sw2 based tlt, is the SWX available yet? -I have also heard good things about the top banana any opinions? -CKRC Rockstar? -CDW? thanks in advance Steven |
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10-11-2008, 02:00 PM
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| Quarry Creeper Join Date: May 2008 Location: looking for sponsors
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i just got my blackjack and i love it but i sure the top bannana or the swx.
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10-11-2008, 02:04 PM
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| I wanna be Dave Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Where the sheep run scared.
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I would stay away from the rockstar IMO. The rs offers limited mounting positions that a true comp crawler requires. I would suggest the MFM Black Widow. It offers many mount points, Nice stance with sprung suspension, amazing comp performance, and outstanding customer support. The MFM chassis also comes with lower links and @ an amazing price.  |
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10-11-2008, 02:06 PM
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| RCC Addict Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Irritable Isle
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10-11-2008, 02:15 PM
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| I wanna be Dave Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Where the sheep run scared.
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A fellow crawler ran a rockstar and was very disappointed. He is currently running a GC 2 and is loving it. I am not bashing your product, only stating the facts.
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10-11-2008, 02:22 PM
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| MODERHATER™   Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Colorado
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A new chassis that I have been testing and works really well is the Cobalt 5. I will be posting my build soon! Vendor thread here, ***New*** Cobalt Crawler 5 Chassis I have ran the SWX, Slingshot, Banana, and BlackJack, and all are great performing chassis, depends on what your style and terrain is like, and how much you like to tinker! Don't forget about the Reign Widemouth and the GC2!! Very proven chassis also!! I have not run the CDW or the Rockstar so I really do not have to much input, the CDW looks really promising though. Another good possiability: http://www.rccrawler.com/forum/showthread.php?t=134463 Last edited by 666; 10-11-2008 at 02:34 PM. |
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10-11-2008, 02:44 PM
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| Custom Carbon Fiber  Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Connecticut :(
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I am very pleased with my CDW ... turned a couple heads today at a comp |
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10-11-2008, 02:54 PM
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| Pebble Pounder Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: So-Cal
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i run a mfm blackwidow and cant say enough about it and the guys there are great to i have a sidewinder esc holmes revolver it is a really narrow chassis my motor sticks out the side a lil bit but its worth it to me ill i need now is some new shocks and some aluminum wheels
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10-11-2008, 03:48 PM
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| RCC Addict Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Indian Village Pontiac
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Alot of your choice is going to be determined by what type of suspension you like/want. For example if you want a chassis that has full articulation then there are many choices, but if you like a limited articulation you prolly have equal amount of choices. If want droop then you will need to choose your shocks carefully by length and performance, and if you like sprung(as you stated you do) then you will need look for a chassis that can handle the length of shock you plan to use and go from there. Just keep in mind if you can't find the right shock length for your chassis then you could go longer shock than needed and limit it with fuel tubing inside. I hope this helps some |
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10-11-2008, 04:11 PM
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| Rock Crawler Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: central PA
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I would recommend the Gatekeeper GC2 for a shaft truck, it nearly eliminates torque twist and allows for a Very predictable and stable truck. The longer links allow the axle to flow over terrain nice and smoothly. If I was going to build another shaft-drive truck, it would be a Top Banana. But I just got my Berg axles and have a Zero 4.0 on the way.  |
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10-11-2008, 04:30 PM
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| I wanna be Dave Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: In the Dark Edges of your Mind
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You have two new chassis coming soon to wait for. The ShaftD and the Zero10. Both seem like winners. Have you seen Dr.Thunders video of his run at the Green River Comp. That is with the ShaftD, and it appeared to be very smooth! I'm running the Black Widow right now. It's nice and gets the job done. |
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10-11-2008, 04:39 PM
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| Quarry Creeper Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Ohio
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I would recomend Da Bull. Its a very versitible chassis and is proven.
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10-11-2008, 04:48 PM
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| Quarry Creeper Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: richmond
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whats the diffrence between the gc1 and the gc2 they look the same besides color which leads me to believe the 2 is made of delrin and the 1 is of aluminum. am i correct |
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10-11-2008, 04:51 PM
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| Release your anger..   Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: North American Union
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DO NOT buy directly from Double J, he is a known scammer. If you are intent on running a Da Bull, search through the classifieds to find one. As a side note, the Deimos from AKRCC Militia looks promising. | |
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10-11-2008, 05:06 PM
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| RCC Addict Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Indian Village Pontiac
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I'm really diggin the TK Twister so far. I am going with a half droop setup and all initial testing has proven this rig to be a very competitive chassis. And with the included links and link mount plates you will not have to make or mix your links. You can see my build thread going on live Here! |
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10-11-2008, 05:35 PM
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| I wanna be Dave Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Tax Nation
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cant beat the iA in my opinion (see below) Also I happen to know their is a really good un advertised sale on them right now just have to PM for the price |
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10-11-2008, 06:15 PM
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| I wanna be Dave Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: San Jose
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You only need 1 mounting position, one that works. I like low slung chassis with a compression set up. | |
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10-12-2008, 07:26 AM
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| Rock Crawler Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Anniston, Alabama
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) I would go with a CG2, one of Badd's or a Zero chassis. There are other good choises out there, these are just want I am going to stick with because I know all of these guys at some level and they are all great guys and very willing to help.Good luck | |
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10-12-2008, 09:09 AM
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| Quarry Creeper Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Ventura, Ca
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thanks for the heads up | |
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10-12-2008, 09:35 AM
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| I wanna be Dave Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Henderson/Las Vegas, NV
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if you're wanting a log slung rig try a blackjack or top banana, i run a banana on my berg and it is without a doubt the best ive driven. Quote:
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