10-05-2019, 02:51 PM | #41 |
RCC Addict Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: Ft. Lauderdale, Florida
Posts: 1,229
| Re: topher builds a Capra
Dang! That thing really is a goat. Sent from my LM-G710VM using Tapatalk |
Sponsored Links | |
10-05-2019, 03:55 PM | #42 |
I wanna be Dave Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: Austin
Posts: 6,005
| Re: topher builds a Capra
That last pic is particularly nice - the wheels are a good choice, and I like it best with a rounded tire profile as you have it there... stance is perfect! |
10-05-2019, 05:16 PM | #43 | |
Gold Star Baby! Join Date: Dec 2017 Location: Las Vegas
Posts: 2,554
| Re: topher builds a Capra
New video up on the tube https://youtu.be/uWuhQ63mRII Quote:
Hey thanks Durok. I’m happy with how it sits with the 90mm springs as well. The BFG Krawlers and 8 hole steelies were borrowed off the sendero since the contenders I had didn’t clear enough. I have some black 5 slots and KLR/m’s on the way but this current set up has been great, the krawlers are growing on me. | |
10-05-2019, 06:12 PM | #44 |
RCC Addict Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: Ft. Lauderdale, Florida
Posts: 1,229
| Re: topher builds a Capra
Awesome video. I don't think there isn't any place where this thing WON'T go. Have you had the opportunity to try out the Dig yet? If so oh, how do you like it? Sent from my LM-G710VM using Tapatalk |
10-05-2019, 06:38 PM | #45 | |
I wanna be Dave Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: Austin
Posts: 6,005
| Re: topher builds a Capra Quote:
(that comparison is technically inaccurate, I know - only purely superficially similar) | |
10-07-2019, 06:43 PM | #46 |
Newbie Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: bowling green
Posts: 10
| Re: topher builds a Capra
I got a chance to get mine on the rocks today and it blew me away. It did anything I wanted, by far the most impressive rc I own!
|
10-07-2019, 07:06 PM | #47 |
Go Buckeyes! Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: Mid-Ohio
Posts: 4,121
| Re: topher builds a Capra
Hey TB, responding to your post in Jato’s Capra build. (I didn’t want to clog up his thread with my ramblings!) I was at my local Hobbytown this past Saturday. I had the Capra in my hand and headed to the checkout, then my phone rang. It was the wife. I got spooked and put the Capra back on the shelf! I am getting closer to getting one! It’s been fun watching all the awesome builds you guys have going on right now and I have been taking notes! Anyways, I’m lovin your last round of pics and videos! That “goat” can climb! Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk |
10-08-2019, 08:23 AM | #48 | ||||
Gold Star Baby! Join Date: Dec 2017 Location: Las Vegas
Posts: 2,554
| Re: topher builds a Capra
New set of wheels and tires are on the Capra. The chrome 8 holes and BFG krawlers were borrowed from the sendero, I was really impressed by the krawlers on this rig. Interested in seeing how these KLR/Ms compare when broken in. 1.9 voodoo KLR/M in red compound 1.9 voodoo 3 stage foams (sub 10) 1.9 ssd 5 slots Quote:
Quote:
Quote:
Quote:
| ||||
10-08-2019, 09:51 AM | #49 | |
Go Buckeyes! Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: Mid-Ohio
Posts: 4,121
| Re: topher builds a Capra Quote:
My LHS only had two kits in stock and they did not have one built for display. Without seeing or holding one in person, I kinda get the feeling that the Capra is somewhat like a shrunken down Bomber. I thought about getting a Bomber when they first came out because of their looks and how they performed, but I never hit the "buy" button on one and I didn't really want another 2.2 rig. The Capra with the 1.9's is really more of what I am looking for that keeps the looks of the Bomber, but is smaller in size. That was my thought too about the paint scheme and it just so happens that I have a few cans of each color left! I also tossed the idea around about painting the cage to go with the color scheme. Not sure though how bad it would look when the paint gets scraped off of the cage. I don't know, I figure that out when the Capra finally ends up on my workbench! Looking forward to hearing how the KLR's do! | |
10-10-2019, 07:39 PM | #50 | |
Gold Star Baby! Join Date: Dec 2017 Location: Las Vegas
Posts: 2,554
| Re: topher builds a Capra Quote:
Also, Las Vegas Scale Nationals going down next year in Logandale! (Valley of Fire) it’s about 45 min out of Vegas. if you or any of y’all around here need an excuse to head this way this event is as good as any. I’d rec coming a day early or stay a day late to get some wheeling in over in the usual Vegas spots. This video here is from Logandale. Absolutely loved it out there. https://youtu.be/UBlYRUy--Jc Thread: 2020 Las Vegas Scale Nationals | |
10-10-2019, 07:43 PM | #51 |
I wanna be Dave Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Orange County, CA
Posts: 3,643
| Re: topher builds a Capra
Ugh, I officially have a what to build next problem. Capra is looking good!
|
10-10-2019, 07:52 PM | #52 | |
I wanna be Dave Join Date: Sep 2019 Location: US
Posts: 2,408
| Re: topher builds a Capra Quote:
~ More peace, love, laughter, & kindness would make the world a MUCH better place | |
10-10-2019, 08:16 PM | #53 | ||
Gold Star Baby! Join Date: Dec 2017 Location: Las Vegas
Posts: 2,554
| Re: topher builds a Capra Quote:
Quote:
| ||
10-10-2019, 08:27 PM | #54 | |
I wanna be Dave Join Date: Sep 2019 Location: US
Posts: 2,408
| Re: topher builds a Capra Quote:
As for my second crawler (which I'm certain won't be built by them...heck, I might not have even bought the kit by them), I've decided on the Vanquish VS4-10 Pro. I have absolutely no clue what I'll build it up to be, but I've got plenty of time to think about it. ~ More peace, love, laughter, & kindness would make the world a MUCH better place | |
10-10-2019, 10:21 PM | #55 |
I wanna be Dave Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Happiness is a warm AK.
Posts: 12,563
| Re: topher builds a Capra |
10-10-2019, 10:45 PM | #56 |
I wanna be Dave Join Date: Sep 2019 Location: US
Posts: 2,408
| Re: topher builds a Capra |
10-10-2019, 11:08 PM | #57 |
I wanna be Dave Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Happiness is a warm AK.
Posts: 12,563
| Re: topher builds a Capra |
10-11-2019, 05:04 AM | #58 |
Rock Crawler Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Marietta
Posts: 917
| Re: topher builds a Capra |
10-11-2019, 07:36 AM | #59 | |
Gold Star Baby! Join Date: Dec 2017 Location: Las Vegas
Posts: 2,554
| Re: topher builds a Capra Quote:
That’s a good problem to have right there! Nice collection. | |
10-11-2019, 08:48 AM | #60 | ||
I wanna be Dave Join Date: Sep 2019 Location: US
Posts: 2,408
| Re: topher builds a Capra Quote:
Quote:
As for the VS4-10 Pro, I've been doing a considerable amount of research (something I tend to be quite good, and fairly thorough, at), I had decided on the SCX10 II platform, but I really didn't care for the original, which led me to the SSD Trail King. While it did appear to be a fairly decent "improvement" over Axial's offering, I still wasn't impressed. Obviously, there are quite a few improvements...just not enough for me. Through further searching, I came across the VS4-10 Origin, which has been discontinued...and replaced with the even-better VS4-10 Pro. Michael even gave me a call Wednesday morning, going over certain aspects of the kit, how it's improved way beyond the product it's based on, and how the improvements over the 'Origin' make it even better. Needless to say, I was impressed...by the detail, as well as him calling me. But, before I can even think about ordering the VS4-10, I need to finish the Capra. Electronics are installed, Rx is linked to the 7PX, and the ESC is calibrated. Just need to finish my "special" interior, get the body panels painted (which I can't do until some certain custom decals arrive), install the interior & panels, and bolt up the tires/wheels (for which I'm also awaiting delivery of the wheels). Final steps will be setting the steering servo end-points, programming the settings for the DIG servo, and properly setting the sub-trim. I won't be able to program the throttle curve until I get the Capra "in the field". ~ More peace, love, laughter, & kindness would make the world a MUCH better place | ||
topher builds a Capra - Similar Threads | ||||
Thread | Thread Starter | Forum | Replies | Last Post |
Axial Capra | JatoTheRipper | Axial Capra | 284 | 06-03-2021 07:47 AM |
topher builds a TRX10.2 | Topher Builds | Traxxas TRX-4 | 60 | 01-05-2021 07:59 PM |
Bomber or Capra | macman809 | Axial RR10 Bomber | 54 | 02-28-2020 03:00 PM |
Capra forum? | Topher Builds | Comments, Suggestions, and Help | 14 | 01-22-2020 10:54 AM |
topher goes Full Sendero | Topher Builds | Element RC 1/10 Enduro Trail Truck Sendero | 79 | 12-20-2019 11:45 AM |
Thread Tools | |
Display Modes | |
| |