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Re: Soze builds a Capra too! Part 1: Axles The Axial Capra build is underway! We start off with the axles for the Capra which covers Steps A1-A4, and B1-B3. For this part of the build, you’ll need bags “A” and “B” https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...a672582f_b.jpg For step A1 you’ll need the following https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...25b19d9e_b.jpg The completed step A1 should like this https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...99134f9f_b.jpg For step A2, you’ll need the following parts https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...87ded8fb_b.jpg I didn’t use the included black grease from the kit. I used Versachem Brake Caliper Grease. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...0518f3d7_b.jpg Step A2 completed https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...0a6c8ebd_b.jpg Step A3 parts https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...a8e7e191_b.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...48cd16cc_b.jpg Greasing the portal gears. I might decide to change the type of grease later, but not sure. Going to run it a little to see how much it thins out. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...715025b4_b.jpg Step A3 completed https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...ab5b3400_b.jpg The parts needed for step A4 https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...ccceb401_b.jpg Step A4 is completed and that completes the front axle https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...d9dc9885_b.jpg Parts for step B1 https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...1b349111_b.jpg Step B1 completed https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...280fccee_b.jpg Parts for step B2 https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...2a25cdb1_b.jpg Grease those gears up! https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...aa052d38_b.jpg Step B2 completed https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...09be6d65_b.jpg Parts for step B3 https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...dbab42bf_b.jpg Step B3 completed, which completes the rear axle https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...0510d5c3_b.jpg And that completes part 1 of this build. The axles. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...ec1b618d_b.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...5749ce66_b.jpg |
Re: Soze builds a Capra too! Part 2: Shocks In this part we tackle the shocks for the Capra which covers Steps C1. These are one of the better shocks I've seen from Axial to date! For this part of the build, you’ll need Bag “C” https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...9de21e0a_b.jpg Some of the tools I used for this part are the following: ProTek Shock Pliers Duratrax Shock Stand MIP Metric Speed Tip Set Noleen SF3 Grease The Capra comes with 2 sets of springs. “Green” and “Red”. These are the following spring rates for the 2 springs. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...e2cba08a_b.jpg
They also offer a “Purple” at .72 lbs/in., but that doesn’t come with the kit. I opted to try out the “Red” springs for now. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...f7f452c9_b.jpg I can't stress enough how much ProTek Shock Pliers have made building shocks easier. I don't know how I ever went without one in the past! I use Noleen SF3 grease on the o-rings to help with sealing and prevent leaking oil. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...ae30c680_b.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...76da7ae5_b.jpg And with the completion of Step C1, you should end up with these. They are the best shocks that I think that I have seen from Axial so far. Much better to put together. The key features on these shocks are the captured spring perches at the bottom, and the bleeder valve in the shock cap to help you get all the air out of the shocks! I also went with a low pressure setup, where I compressed the shock piston before screwing on the shock cap. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...78bdf66c_b.jpg |
Re: Soze builds a Capra too! Part 3: Links We move onto the links and servo mount for the Capra which covers Steps D1-D6. For this part of the series, you’ll need bag “D”. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...d92da7a3_b.jpg You’ll also need a servo for this step. For the steering servo, I am going with the DS Servo DS3235 35kg Servo. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...a494f8b5_b.jpg Here are the parts for the links in bag “D”. You can see the different lengths of the links. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...a1839671_b.jpg For step D1, you’ll need the following parts. Remember these links use counter rotating threads. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...e4009635_b.jpg Step D1 complete. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...2b892d79_b.jpg You’ll need the following parts for step D2. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...dedeea98_b.jpg Step D2 complete. You’ll notice that I actually have the DS Servo DS3225 25kg servo mounted. My DS3235 35kg servo had not arrived yet while I was building this. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...9036a4cb_b.jpg These are the parts for step D3 https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...dcc45fef_b.jpg Step D3 complete https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...5b7b9efc_b.jpg Parts for step D4 https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...2760d3f4_b.jpg Step D4 completed https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...a4642985_b.jpg Parts for step D5 https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...d562fede_b.jpg Step D5 complete. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...c2f57ece_b.jpg These are the parts for step D6 https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...f055bef6_b.jpg Step 6 complete, and this part of the build is also complete. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...588cf25c_b.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...22e5ec81_b.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...6bb9fd1e_b.jpg |
Re: Soze builds a Capra too! Part 4: Transmission For this build, we move onto the transmission for the Capra which covers Steps E1-E4. For this part of the series you’ll need the parts from bag “E” https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...b830a9e8_b.jpg Step E1 is a very large step, and can probably be broken up into 3 steps. For the first part of step E1, you’ll need the following parts. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...775a1261_b.jpg This is what the completed first part of E1 should look like https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...5180a674_b.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...d8fd8b1e_b.jpg For the second part of E1, you’ll need the following parts https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...193cda67_b.jpg For the third part of E1, you’ll need the following parts https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...4a998527_b.jpg Unfortunately, I seem to have forgotten to take a picture of what the completed step for the second and third parts of E1 as well as the completed step E1. I did however capture it on video and it will be available when published on YouTube. I will link it here later. For now, we’ll move on to step E2 and these are the parts you will need. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...e10931d9_b.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...628d6376_b.jpg After the above 2 sets of parts for E2 are assembled, you should have the following. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...9dcd952a_b.jpg To finish up the rest of E2, you’ll need these parts https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...afeddaaf_b.jpg The finished product of step E2 all greased up and assembled should give you this https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...2034cfbf_b.jpg For step E3, you’ll also need a motor of your choice, a servo for the dig functionality, and the following parts. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...2a58b86d_b.jpg For the motor, I had the choices of using the following: Hobbywing Axe FOC 540 2300kv Brushless Motor/ESC combo – or – Hobbywing WP1080 Brushed ESC Holmes Hobbies Crawlmaster Sport Brushed Motor in 13T or 16T https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...f4d27527_b.jpg I ended up choosing the Hobbywing Axe 2300kv combo as I’ve always wanted to try it, and this rig is as good as any to put it in. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...4b61877f_b.jpg For the dig servo, I used the Horizon recommended Spektrum SX107. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...55c79a40_b.jpg At the end of step E3, you should have the following assembled. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...9f5bb013_b.jpg Once again, I forgot to take a picture of the rest of E3 completed, but it’s basically just mounting the motor, putting on the pinion gear and putting the rest of the transmission cover on to close it up. I did however capture it on video and it will be available when published on YouTube. I will link it here later. For step E4 you’ll need the following parts. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...e4ab83f7_b.jpg After assembly the completed step E4 should look like this. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...06d1384d_b.jpg You’ll also need to buy or make a servo extension wire for the dig servo, as the wire is really short on the servo and it will not reach the receiver box as-is. I ended up making my own with my IWISS Crimping Tool and Universal Servo Cable Wire Connector Crimp Pin Kit. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...ec6b53dc_b.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...af2f4754_b.jpg And this completes the transmission assembly and this part of the build series! |
Re: Soze builds a Capra too! Part 5: Driveshaft & Axle Installation For this build, we move onto the driveshafts for the Capra which covers Steps F1-F2. You’ll need bag “F” for this part of the build. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...ae47ea77_b.jpg For step F1 you’ll need the following parts. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...41b5ac9f_b.jpg I like using Permatex Anti-Sieze Lubricant for the cvd joints on the driveshafts. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...71bd950f_b.jpg When you finish step F1 you should have 2 sets of completed driveshafts and start mounting them onto the transmission. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...cf5d1391_b.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...ed626c9f_b.jpg For step F2, you’ll need the following parts. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...361162a8_b.jpg At the end of step F2, you should have the axles mounted to the transmission/skid chassis. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...a85a8a0b_b.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...3800cb85_b.jpg And that’s it for this part of the build series! |
Re: Soze builds a Capra too! Part 6: Cage Assembly This part of the series will cover steps G1-G5 from the manual. We’ll be painting up some parts and the Capra will begin to take shape. You’ll need bag “G” and the bag that holds the sides of the Capra cage. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...ef7f62fb_b.jpg For step G1 you’ll need the following parts. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...4ab47098_b.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...64de8c66_b.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...2e216fe8_b.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...7a37fb94_b.jpg I added some detail to the fuel cell and mounted it up per step G1 https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...2016d256_b.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...5499521f_b.jpg The rest of step G1 involved adding the inner fenders to the cage sides. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...9df77c70_b.jpg For step G2, you’ll need the following parts. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...daa57d27_b.jpg Step G2 completed. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...2478f897_b.jpg For step G3 you’ll need the following parts. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...fbbe26e0_b.jpg Step G3 completed. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...13070144_b.jpg For step G4 you’ll need the following parts. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...9afeca98_b.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...b51e3565_b.jpg You’ll notice I already pre-painted the pieces and applied the decals. I still have some more detailing to do though. The instructions for step G4 call for the use of 2 counter-sunk screws, but this is an error. You need to use these screws instead to attach the heads to the bodies. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...6849a068_b.jpg Here is the cockpit interior assembled. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...49c5742c_b.jpg The rest of step G4 completed. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...1d6b2ec6_b.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...dedc1943_b.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...dde2ac3f_b.jpg For step G5, you’ll need the following parts. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...671ce438_b.jpg The ESC is a tight fit, so make sure the wiring does not interfere with the dig servo. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...2bfa8cd7_b.jpg When all is said and done at the end of step G5, you should have the base chassis completed. This step is really tricky because of the tight small space. You really need to be mindful of where you route the wires in order to not interfere with anything. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...425a70dc_b.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...a664c8fa_b.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...f7ebaedb_b.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...ce0f2eaa_b.jpg Mounted the power button between the drivers. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...7d0ef128_b.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...ccf98c9b_b.jpg The HobbyStar 3S 3700mah LiPo battery fits perfectly! https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...72255d19_b.jpg You'll notice that the servo horn was replaced with the Axial aluminum 25T servo horn. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...c87f52de_b.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...6cdfed49_b.jpg |
Re: Soze builds a Capra too! Part 7: Body Panels, Wheels & Tires We're finally getting to the end of the build as we tackle the Body Panels, Wheels/Tires. This part of the build covers steps H1-H2, and I1. You'll need bags "H" and "I". You'll need to start out with the following parts for H1. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...181a5055_b.jpg You'll also need the hood. I've painted it with Tamiya PS-58 Pearl Clear, PS-19 Camel Yellow, and PS-5 Black. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...f22690a3_b.jpg Step H1 complete. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...f21470c2_b.jpg Now we move on to step H2, and you'll need the following parts. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...1840d373_b.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...81349d31_b.jpg Putting the Panels on. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...9ae5dc60_b.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...f9d7575d_b.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...4bd3a5c3_b.jpg Step H2 complete. You can't see it in the pictures, but there is a nice pearl effect going on with the yellow. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...68b87790_b.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...1413a98e_b.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...0473687e_b.jpg Step I1 is basically putting on the tires and wheels together and mounting them. These are the parts that you would need for step I1 if you were planning to use the stock wheels. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...c7c4caac_b.jpg These are the remaining parts for step I1 that you actually will use. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...d95996e0_b.jpg I've chosen to use the Pro-Line BFG Krawlers in G8 compound along with Pro-Line Dual Stage Foams. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...2f694ec4_b.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...6861a907_b.jpg Mounted up to the wheels. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...22137518_b.jpg It's done! https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...f31c04b6_b.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...5ce75331_b.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...4262d688_b.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...27ab501a_b.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...ff3d4509_b.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...ba94b4b1_b.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...4c086e61_b.jpg I put the power button for the ESC between the drivers. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...82090920_b.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...350107a4_b.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...f00283f9_b.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...48608c1b_b.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...13088b88_b.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...321831d6_b.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...f83175ce_b.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...7082e132_b.jpg |
Re: Soze builds a Capra too! Soze the hand model! :ror: Great thread like always. Great paint on the interior! Looking forward to seeing the truck completed. I can’t believe that battery fits! |
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Yes that battery fits! The same one I use in my small tray in the Enduro! |
Re: Soze builds a Capra too! Who needs a manual? We have Soze![emoji6] Nice detailed write-up! I like what you did with the interior. Looks good![emoji106] Now I need to get caught up on the YT videos! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
Re: Soze builds a Capra too! 1 Attachment(s) Great write up so far. I like the detail work you’ve done as well. The drivers remind me of the kill-bill-paying-homage-to-bruce-lee outfit. Glad to see you making progress on your projects and getting your goat going. Looking forward to seeing it done and on video "thumbsup" |
Re: Soze builds a Capra too! You got a pretty hand. Very photogenic. Sent from my SM-G920V using Tapatalk |
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Re: Soze builds a Capra too! After reading how good you find the shocks I just must give my completely opposite impression of them. First of all they are small and look & feel cheap. Bottom caps, pistons and especially the o-rings were too tight. Even with green slime the o-rings did it for me. Useless pieces of crap. If these are one of the best Axial shocks then I can't imagine the others.. Went with superb Enduro kit dampers. |
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Re: Soze builds a Capra too! Well it's done, and it sits high, but it's a stock build so far. Onto driving and upgrading! |
Re: Soze builds a Capra too! It looks great Soze!"thumbsup" I really like the goat decal on the side panel! I fell behind on your YT vids again, so I need to get caught back up! Can't wait to hear and see how she handles!:) |
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It was a pain, but I like how it turned out. |
Re: Soze builds a Capra too! Have you had a chance to run it yet soze? I’m curious because I also picked up the Hobbywing AXE system for mine. Unfortunately, the wife is adamant that I can’t open the kit until Christmas.:roll: |
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