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rcmtdriver2000 · 11-26-2009, 12:06 AM

Got an scx10tr to get back into the hobby with. It's been a few years but I have always wanted to do more of a scale build. The Jk was perfect since I own a 1:1 TJ (mine) and a JK (the wifes). Had to give it a shot. Still have a long way to finish, but this is what I have so far. The fenders will be replaced with baking pan aluminum, seems to be easier to bend and work with. Just haven't tried it, yet.

Looking at how over my head I'll be getting.

Still new inside.

Got styrene and sullpies

Mock up after lengthening by making links, just not long enough. Rear needs to be extended a bit more.

used this stuff

it came out like this

used this

on a box

with a better example

lower half is done. still needs sanding a bit. Hope this isn't too much in pictures. They're are off my iphone.

This is where it all sits so far. The top will be back to black with tinted windows. Interior will be done later. Lights will all work as well. I don't know if the clearcoat will still go over gloss without messing everything up. Would love to make bumpers, but haven't used styrene and want to play a bit before going to the drawing board. Need to know if styrene glues to aluminum and if you can put clearcoat over gloss. Also, how are you guys mounting your electronics? I'll be mounting my battery behind the dash. It fits perfect with the aluminum mount and straps. Hope these aren't too much or too blurry. Any ideas please let them fly. This is my first real build even though I went with a RTR. I've had kits and still love them. Just wanted to drive the TR and settle on a body. The tan on top looks less gold in person. It also dried a bit flatter. I'm sure you guys have seen links being built so i'll spare you the building links bit. Alot of you do incredible work. I want to get into the brazing for rock rails and stuff after the body and wheelbase are settled.
RC

rcmtdriver2000 · 11-26-2009, 10:48 AM

Painted the top black. Next will be extending the rear and making fenders this weekend. I can't decide between 2.2's or 1.9's.

11-26-2009, 12:06 AM	#1
rcmtdriver2000 Newbie Join Date: May 2005 Location: upstate Posts: 32	SCX10 TR jk Got an scx10tr to get back into the hobby with. It's been a few years but I have always wanted to do more of a scale build. The Jk was perfect since I own a 1:1 TJ (mine) and a JK (the wifes). Had to give it a shot. Still have a long way to finish, but this is what I have so far. The fenders will be replaced with baking pan aluminum, seems to be easier to bend and work with. Just haven't tried it, yet. Looking at how over my head I'll be getting. Still new inside. Got styrene and sullpies Mock up after lengthening by making links, just not long enough. Rear needs to be extended a bit more. used this stuff it came out like this used this on a box with a better example lower half is done. still needs sanding a bit. Hope this isn't too much in pictures. They're are off my iphone. This is where it all sits so far. The top will be back to black with tinted windows. Interior will be done later. Lights will all work as well. I don't know if the clearcoat will still go over gloss without messing everything up. Would love to make bumpers, but haven't used styrene and want to play a bit before going to the drawing board. Need to know if styrene glues to aluminum and if you can put clearcoat over gloss. Also, how are you guys mounting your electronics? I'll be mounting my battery behind the dash. It fits perfect with the aluminum mount and straps. Hope these aren't too much or too blurry. Any ideas please let them fly. This is my first real build even though I went with a RTR. I've had kits and still love them. Just wanted to drive the TR and settle on a body. The tan on top looks less gold in person. It also dried a bit flatter. I'm sure you guys have seen links being built so i'll spare you the building links bit. Alot of you do incredible work. I want to get into the brazing for rock rails and stuff after the body and wheelbase are settled. RC

11-26-2009, 10:48 AM	#2
rcmtdriver2000 Newbie Join Date: May 2005 Location: upstate Posts: 32	Painted the top black. Next will be extending the rear and making fenders this weekend. I can't decide between 2.2's or 1.9's.

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