09-12-2019, 10:33 AM | #221 | |
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| Re: The unofficial official axial portal buggy. Quote:
I thought the same thing on the pre-order.. haha There are inserts for both 23T and 25T servos included so you are covered. And if anyone uses a 24T they are available for sale part # LOSA99042 | |
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09-12-2019, 10:33 AM | #222 | |
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| Re: The unofficial official axial portal buggy.
I'm not a dig user, but I'm going to give it a shot with my Capra. Can the dig be used to cut off the power to the back tires for steep climes so it pulls up rather than having the rear wheels spin it over backwards? Quote: Portal OD/UD would have been impressive, but the ring and pinion make sense. Oh BTW I preorded a Capra kit along with the Spektrum micro servo. I preordered mostly because I'm anxious to see how Horizon improved Axial and hopefully took them back to the glory days of the OG SCX10. When I get it I'll do a fair review, but it's no secret I can be harsh. I just don't let things slide as easy as other people seem to do. Any idea what modifications the Capra had in the video above? For example, has any weight been added to the front? It can do some impressive and steep climbs. I think people think I just hate Axial and always have. That's not true at all. I used to love Axial. The OG SCX10 is what got me hooked on this niche of RC. I love my Bomber and SMT10 too. But Axial did put out a lot of subpar stuff IMO. Oh and I put down the money for a Capra because I'm anxious to see what Horizon does with Axial. | |
09-12-2019, 10:35 AM | #223 | |
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| Re: The unofficial official axial portal buggy. Quote:
Otherwise, I'm highly interested in this for sure. The only worry I see is that little 12t input gear but it looks like something that gear companies could churn out pretty easily. | |
09-12-2019, 10:41 AM | #224 |
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| Re: The unofficial official axial portal buggy.
I wonder if the dig unit can be set up for 3 positions? (lock, freewheel, drive) Is that a "thing" or not needed? I guess I could see benefits.
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09-12-2019, 10:43 AM | #225 |
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| Re: The unofficial official axial portal buggy.
In the video it looked like there was overdrive in the front. I could be wrong as I was watching the video on my phone without my glasses on Sent from my LM-G710VM using Tapatalk |
09-12-2019, 10:48 AM | #226 |
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09-12-2019, 10:48 AM | #227 |
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| Re: The unofficial official axial portal buggy.
factory light bar? |
09-12-2019, 10:57 AM | #228 |
RCC Addict Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: Ft. Lauderdale, Florida
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| Re: The unofficial official axial portal buggy.
This thing checks off many boxes for me as far as a crawler goes; portals, electronics and battery up front, DIG. I was literally going to go by my LHS today and order a trx4 sport unassembled kit. Now, I'm unsure about the trx4. I really wanted a scale type truck that I could customize. DANG! What to do? The interior and drivers are a nice touch. One of the things I liked about my Wraith was that when it took a tumble, it had the cage to protect the truck. You didn't have to worry about cracking a lexan body. That's another thing that intrigues me about the Capra. Sent from my LM-G710VM using Tapatalk |
09-12-2019, 10:58 AM | #229 | ||
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| Re: The unofficial official axial portal buggy. Quote:
You harsh....nooooo, never Yes, I had about 2 ounces of weight added to the front wheels. Other than that it was completely stock using the included shock oil and springs. Quote:
Nope, standard gear ratios all around. LED Light bar is included in the kit. | ||
09-12-2019, 11:02 AM | #230 |
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| Re: The unofficial official axial portal buggy.
Impressive. I'm sure with some steel beadlocks, it would further enhance the performance of this rig Sent from my LM-G710VM using Tapatalk |
09-12-2019, 11:03 AM | #231 |
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| Re: The unofficial official axial portal buggy.
It doesn't seem like there's really much to upgrade on this rig, other than perhaps adding overdrive to the front. Sent from my LM-G710VM using Tapatalk |
09-12-2019, 11:09 AM | #232 | |
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| Re: The unofficial official axial portal buggy. Quote:
I've calmed down over the years. I'm a passionate person for better and for worse. I've pretty much always been a strong supporter of Horizon though. You add weight to the wheels? Newb! Just kidding, I sometimes still do that as well, but there are some people, for whatever reason, that bemoan it. On a slow, technical rig like this I will probably add some weight. Did you use the stock Hyrax foams or the Proline dual stage foams? Anyway, only 2 ounces of weight added is damn impressive! At around 1:23 on the video my trucks would start flipping over backwards once the rear tire starts surmounting the the steep obstacle. The dig sounds great. I would prefer the 3 position because I can see where both lock and freewheel would come in handy. I have to say...I'm pretty damn excited about this rig! Hopefully my preorder was in early enough to get in on the first shipment. That's why I chose to order directly from Horizon. | |
09-12-2019, 11:10 AM | #233 |
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09-12-2019, 11:16 AM | #234 |
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| Re: The unofficial official axial portal buggy.
The line this thing pulled at 1:20 in the video is damn impressive. I've watched the video 5 times now. This thing climbs exactly how I would want a crawler to climb. Ok, just take my freakin' money already! Sent from my LM-G710VM using Tapatalk |
09-12-2019, 11:17 AM | #235 |
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| Re: The unofficial official axial portal buggy.
Rich, what type of Weights did you put in the front wheels? Sent from my LM-G710VM using Tapatalk |
09-12-2019, 11:27 AM | #236 | |
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| Re: The unofficial official axial portal buggy. Quote:
- I know and can appreciate it (just dishing a little back in fun). I feel pretty good that your going to be happy with this rig. - Stock foams Full size automotive wheel balance weights. | |
09-12-2019, 11:29 AM | #237 | |
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| Re: The unofficial official axial portal buggy. Quote:
OK as long as it's ribbing and not that I scorned you without knowing! Another question - do you know the offset of the stock wheels? I'd like to get aluminum wheels with the same offset as stock. | |
09-12-2019, 11:30 AM | #238 |
Quarry Creeper Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Orange, CA
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| Re: The unofficial official axial portal buggy. Yes, I have used dig to go up hill and lock my front tires on a ledge, then disengage and pop the car up. As Rich pointed out it can be setup as a 3 position dig where you can freewheel or lock the rear axle, but it requires a very precise set up on the EPA and sub-trim setup on your radio. While the servo saver tolerances are pretty tight any sort of play here will make it hard to set up perfectly, you could lock it out but run the risk of burning up your servo if not set perfectly. |
09-12-2019, 12:02 PM | #239 | |
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| Re: The unofficial official axial portal buggy. Quote:
So you're the designer? | |
09-12-2019, 12:05 PM | #240 |
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| Re: The unofficial official axial portal buggy.
This is the first release from any manufacturer that has me considering selling my absolutely dialed-in Wraith (all business crawler, not scaled out) and building this as its replacement. I hate to say it, but it looks like a box stock Capra would nearly keep up with a well dialed Wraith, and once the aftermarket jumps in (really, just see a need for knuckle weights) the Capra has the potential to surpass it. Had I not JUST finished building a new MOA, it would have been easy to justify buying the Capra, but as of now, something would have to go to fund it. Hmmm... I'm gonna have to think on that.
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