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White JK Build I just recently got into RC crawlers this past Fall where I picked up a used SCX10 C/R Edition. Over the months I’ve been wanting to create a replica of my 1:1 Jeep Wrangler and have started on the project last week. Here’s the stock SCX10 with upgraded bumpers, links, driveshafts, and shocks. https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...e02b4446b2.jpg Here’s the Proline Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon body ready for paint. https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...ec463e3922.jpg I wanted to keep the paint scheme simple to match my 1:1 Jeep. Started with 4 coats of Tamiya white with the windows masked. Added 3 coats of Tamiya silver to back the white. 3 coats of Tamiya Black to back the silver for a finished look and to tint the rear windows. https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...31c6d9430a.jpg I wanted operational headlights, marker lights, and tail lights so used the light buckets from DinkyRC. I cut out the body around the front grill and glued in the front grill from DinkyRC for a 3D scale look. https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...03bdcee601.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...3a0f299d97.jpg I used the side view mirrors from my stock C/R edition Jeep and cut a piece of the front bumper to match my 1:1 scale Jeep. https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...f815265da2.jpg I created a bunch of scale license plate decals for one of my Facebook Groups, Unorthodox Crawling. Here’s a photo of the plate mounted on a painted piece of lexan I glued to the rear bumper (stock C/R body shown). https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...c0607f0389.jpg https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...6224a0d9f9.jpg Lights operational! I ordered the LED light kit from My Trick RC and set the taillights to brighten when reversing to simulate brake lights. https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...35fe4e1279.jpg https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...5c1ba1837c.jpg https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...aa66b0d72f.jpg https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...ccb1245f9e.jpg https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...713be9a3a7.jpg https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...aafcc66276.jpg I drew out body lines on the exterior for a more scale look. Photos of my 1:1 Wrangler for inspiration. https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...6fd3b6f80d.jpg I wanted to clean up the chassis of my SCX10 so relocated the battery to a front/side mount using the Samix Aluminum Mount, installed a side mount for the ESC, and relocated the radio box to the rear. I also added foam to the body post mounts. Before/after photos below: https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...ed1b32e633.jpg https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...dbdb88dd5f.jpg https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...2d198b0dcb.jpg https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...743d4d5d97.jpg https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...6245c913ed.jpg https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...c30e68691b.jpg https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...2f9202b9da.jpg Still waiting for the following parts to arrive to complete the build: 1.5” light bar, front fog lights, metal rock sliders, black Jeep emblem, black alloy Jeep wheels, and GoodYear Wrangler Duratrac 1.9” tires. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
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Re: White JK Build You did a nice job recreating your 1:1 ride.I wish we would get some more snow to play in. |
White JK Build More parts arrived! Added 1.5” RC4WD light bar to front bumper (need to program the BEC to output higher voltage) and led fog lights and cleaned up the wiring. Here’s a comparison between the stock Axial wheels with Maxxis Trepador and Wrangler alloy wheels with Goodyear Duratracs. I ordered some new links to shorten the wheelbase a bit (current wheelbase is a bit longer that 12.3” and I want to bring it back to 12.3”). I had to notch out the front grille a bit to lower the body and trim down the front bumper mount. Also lowered the rear bumper to allow for the lower body. I would still like to get the body a bit lower on the chassis. https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...b059ebab67.jpg https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...dcee8ade8f.jpg https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...b6d027ea97.jpg https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...b06fe08a9a.jpg https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...b2dd8e59a8.jpg https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...3ffbe75036.jpg https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...e1f6e194da.jpg Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
Re: White JK Build "thumbsup" Makes it way more fun...I did the same thing, but still working on some more detailing. I get easily side tracked, so I've built another kit in the meantime. :mrgreen: Proline JK on Ascender chassis. Unfortunately there aren't any TJ bodies, so the JK had to do. I even used the factory-match paint. 8) http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b3...9deaab4b81.jpg TJ Wranlger 1:1. Unfortunately I sold this one a few years ago, was a very fun and capable jeep. http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b3...ker/My02TJ.jpg |
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Re: White JK Build I’m really liking the wider stance of the Duratracs and they perform really well in the snow in comparison to the Maxxis Trepadors. https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...6d414e0e24.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...be16b344b7.jpg Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
Re: White JK Build I increased the voltage on the BEC to 6V and now the RC4WD light bar is producing decent light connected direct to the RX. https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...ccb64d7f31.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...528e8e9e78.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...5dc4dade38.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...92df9dc7ee.jpg Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
Re: White JK Build Rock Krawler links, black Jeep grill emblem, front shock keys, and aluminum skid plate mounted. https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...2574aed8dc.jpg https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...72600c97cb.jpg Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
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Re: White JK Build My spare wheel finally arrived so decided to snap some photos next to the big Jeep. https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...65337da56e.jpg https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...18c90e1c88.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...cd6d322706.jpg https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...6ed32f390f.jpg https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...c2db210152.jpg Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
Full Size?? BTW, how do you like the JKU? I keep thinking about trading my Colorado 4x4 for a JK softop, and build my own crawler with D44's, gears, lockers, and 35's. 8) |
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Re: White JK Build Headed out to the trails last weekend. I’m super impressed with how the Goodyear Duratrac tires grip but with only 3.8” diameter there is very little clearance with the differentials...especially in snow. I’ve ordered a set of Goodyear MT/R tires which I’m hoping will be a good compromise between scale and performance. https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...6b20b1db0b.jpg https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...dabdaaf1fe.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...319654afa5.jpg Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
Re: White JK Build So I burnt up my Axial AE5 ESC and Axial 27T motor last weekend while crawling. Luckily my rig didn’t catch fire and I was able to replace some parts in time for the weekend. I opted for the HobbyWing 1080 ESC which is quite amazing! I also installed another cheap Axial 35T motor. https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...ac55c5b0f8.jpg My Goodyear MT/R tires and another set of wheels also arrived. I also installed the CMS from RC4WD which really cleaned up the front end and allowed for better performance. I also installed the RC4WD Superlift steering linkage for a more scaled look. The rig is super smooth now and feels like a brand new truck. Really liking how it’s turning out! Here’s some photos from this weekend: https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...5f80f37ae6.jpg https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...3605ab7e54.jpg https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...f47611de64.jpg https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...4a672e6384.jpg https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...654815989c.jpg Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
Re: White JK Build Nice shots[emoji106] Sent from my Pixel using Tapatalk |
Re: White JK Build What an awesome place[emoji106] Nice pics, rig looks really good out there. Sent from my Pixel using Tapatalk |
Re: White JK Build Nice look jeep man! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
Re: White JK Build Installed 3D printed door handles, wipers, and hood latches from Knight Customs. https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...055a84008e.jpg Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
Re: White JK Build Winter is here again in Alberta. I picked up 15’ of #16 jack chain from Canadian Tire and made some tire chains for my 1.9 Goodyear MT/R tires. Total cost was $0.47! https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...da4fb85475.jpg https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...49bd6cfd48.jpg Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
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Re: White JK Build First snow test was a success! I’m amazed at how well the chains perform in the snow. Now this rig is much more capable during the winter months...highly recommend! https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...38755c2163.jpg https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...0d7424ad90.jpg Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
Re: White JK Build My Jeep, daughters’ Jeep, my Jeep... https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...adf3bfe0bc.jpg Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
Re: White JK Build Looks great. What kind of light bar is that up front? I’m looking for that type for the front of my bomber. Is it bright enough in the dark to drive? Also what size is it? Sorry for all the questions just been looking for a light bar just like that. |
Re: White JK Build It's an RC4WD 1.5" light bar. I have powered through my ESC and it is bright enough. However, you can tie it directly to a 7.4V lipo for max brightness. |
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Re: White JK Build I added the 4.45” Pit Bull Rock Beasts paired with snow chains to conquer the snow. This is the best combo I’ve found so far for scale snow performance. I also added Boom Racing Kraita 8mm hex wideners for better suspension clearance on the snow chains. https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...586a61dce7.jpg https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...4888315bac.jpg https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...0810d3e9b2.jpg https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...3abb99ac04.jpg Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
Re: White JK Build Snow???? :shock: :mrgreen: I chuckle because we hit our favorite local rocks near Newport Harbor Saturday afternoon...sunny and 75. Could have been in shorts, but t-shirt was great, and I got a little sunburnt. |
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It’s been chilly out here in Alberta. Wind chills of -32C as of late. Looking forward to some “warm” weather this weekend...supposed to be -3C! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
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Re: White JK Build Pitbull was kind enough to send me some of their new RACELINE wheels. These wheels are top notch quality and match up perfectly with the Rock Beasts! It warmed up a bit here (-23C) so decided to snap some glamour shots with the new wheels. https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...8af03b7e8b.jpg https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...1bc2116626.jpg https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...3a5ae3d5c4.jpg https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...7ffe346782.jpg https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...881f23ffea.jpg https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...85a091997c.jpg Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
Re: White JK Build Great build! Those body lines really complete the look nicely! |
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Thanks. Yeah, the body has come a long way and I’m happy with the lexan! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
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New pics look awesome, loving the Jeep [emoji108] |
Re: White JK Build The weather warmed up today to -20C so decided to make a quick video on the backyard course. https://youtu.be/C6Bj3ghObOA Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
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