New to the scaler world - huge change!

[redsawacs]

Hi all, I recently stepped into the "scaler" world and WOW, SHOCK! I have been a TRAXXAS RTR guy for the past 20 year or more and I just acquired an SCX10 Rubicon, Dingo and 2 ridgecrests. I admit, 2 showed up unexpectedly but I couldnt walk away from the deal.

The dingo and 1 ridgecrest turned out to be projects, I just dont like leaving well enough alone!

So, starting simple, I have a quick question about the SCX Dingo. It came with the smaller tires and my Rubicon has the larger Trepador tires. Can I put the larger tires on the Dingo body even if I change it to the Honcho body? Will I need to lift the body or cut the fenders back for the larger SCX tires to fit effectively?

Thanks for your time

"Red"

[d1981]

I'm thinking you'll probably be fine on tire clearance. Both bodies have a decent amount space for Trepadors. Only one way to find out!

[SmokeeJay]

Welcome Red. I recognize your screen name from the Traxxas Forum (my screen name on Traxxas is JayMcGill). I dont really have much input, but just throw the tires on and see what happens. I just installed some RC4WD Jeep JK beadlocks with Super Swampers. I have yet to try them out, but man they look cool.

[chevyfan3]

Should have plenty of clearance.

[redsawacs]

Thanks for the welcome and input so far...I have a feeling this is going to be a LONG fun journey!

Anyone have pictures? I would like to see what I am getting before I put money into tires. Thank goodness it came with beadlocks - saves me from getting rims too. Sigh....I was trying to sell vehicles so I would have money for my other cars....now I have more cars and no money to throw at ANY of them!!! UGH LOL!!!

[Sbott1]

Hey Red! Congrats on the purchases. When you get set, make sure you take it to Palmer Park for crawling. Best place I have found in the Springs! PM me if you want to crawl.

S