Topher Builds a SCX10.3

[JatoTheRipper]

Oh that's awesome! I love the paint job. Nice work!

This truck does have a ton of flex. I think it's too much and IMO the shocks could stand to be 10mm shorter. Come to think of it, I don't know the eye to eye length of the shocks.

[soze]

That body came out awesome Topher! Wow you guys all move so fast! LOL. I haven't even started building yet!

[JatoTheRipper]

Originally Posted by soze

That body came out awesome Topher! Wow you guys all move so fast! LOL. I haven't even started building yet!

Well I don't have 95 kits in queue like you do.

[imthatguy]

Originally Posted by JatoTheRipper

Oh that's awesome! I love the paint job. Nice work!

This truck does have a ton of flex. I think it's too much and IMO the shocks could stand to be 10mm shorter. Come to think of it, I don't know the eye to eye length of the shocks.

90mm.

[AK KRAWLER]

That looks awesome Tropher!!!

I’ll bet a metallic burnt orange paint would look awesome with those rings.

[RexRacer19]

That turned out really nice. Your sidewalk makes for a great scale driveway.

[Topher Builds]

Haha thanks guys. I didn’t realize the sidewalk looked like a driveway but it sure does in a couple of those at second glance.

I got out for a quick shakedown, only for about 20-30 because my slipper was slipping since I didn’t tighten it down enough. The rig still pushed through a couple lines and impressed me. Wish I had more time with it but maybe this week I can get out for some isolation on the rocks.

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[JatoTheRipper]

Originally Posted by imthatguy

90mm.

Interesting. I was thinking they were closer to 95mm or 100mm like the Capra. Thank you.

[rkj__]

How is the gear / noise levels compared to other popular crawlers?

I’ve watched some run videos that make it sound very loud, but I’m sure that could be deceiving.


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[GA Dawg]

Originally Posted by rkj__

I’ve watched some run videos that make it sound very loud, but I’m sure that could be deceiving.

All of my usual crawl spots are closed due to the Kung Flu, but from the limited testing I have done in my back yard, I can say that it is pretty loud.

[Topher Builds]

Originally Posted by rkj__

How is the gear / noise levels compared to other popular crawlers?

I’ve watched some run videos that make it sound very loud, but I’m sure that could be deceiving.


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It’s definitely one of the louder rigs I have, but somewhat to be expected with all the metal gears. The Capra is similarly noisy.

Originally Posted by GA Dawg

All of my usual crawl spots are closed due to the Kung Flu, but from the limited testing I have done in my back yard, I can say that it is pretty loud.

The main parks and trails are all closed out here too, but luckily there’s a lot of random space and not a ton of people out here so it’s not too hard to find some rocks with no one around.

[Tjkanson]

Do you feel the brass portal covers are necessary? I got mine out for a few hours today and was able to do everything my buddy’s 1.9 wraith could (brass and vanquished out) I was thoroughly impressed with how well mine worked stock! Build looks killer though love the paint scheme and wheel/tire combo!


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[Topher Builds]

Originally Posted by Tjkanson

Do you feel the brass portal covers are necessary? I got mine out for a few hours today and was able to do everything my buddy’s 1.9 wraith could (brass and vanquished out) I was thoroughly impressed with how well mine worked stock! Build looks killer though love the paint scheme and wheel/tire combo!


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Thanks! I appreciate it. Glad you had a good experience with yours

There isn’t brass anything that’s necessary, but it does help and I can’t think of any reason I’d want to take it off, unless I was looking for more of a challenge.

[Panther6834]

Originally Posted by Tjkanson

Do you feel the brass portal covers are necessary? I got mine out for a few hours today and was able to do everything my buddy’s 1.9 wraith could (brass and vanquished out) I was thoroughly impressed with how well mine worked stock! Build looks killer though love the paint scheme and wheel/tire combo!


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If you want a good comparison of with, and without, watch the Exocaged video that Joe just uploaded. I'm not going to 'spoil' anything...just watch it.

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[JatoTheRipper]

Where did you get the scale decals - Proline, Holmes Hobbies, etc? Sorry if those came on the decal sheet. I didn't even look at it yet.

[Topher Builds]

Originally Posted by JatoTheRipper

Where did you get the scale decals - Proline, Holmes Hobbies, etc? Sorry if those came on the decal sheet. I didn't even look at it yet.

The proline, Holmes hobbies, and ssd are randoms that I’ve received with their parts. The smiley face and foot print are from the sendero sticker sheet. The others are from the 10.3 sticker sheet.

[JatoTheRipper]

Originally Posted by Topher Builds

The proline, Holmes hobbies, and ssd are randoms that I’ve received with their parts. The smiley face and foot print are from the sendero sticker sheet. The others are from the 10.3 sticker sheet.

Thank you. I don't think I've ever seen the Holmes Hobbies mini stickers.

[Topher Builds]

Originally Posted by JatoTheRipper

Thank you. I don't think I've ever seen the Holmes Hobbies mini stickers.

If I remember right those came with the BRXL esc. Only time I’ve gotten the little ones.

[bikepilot]

Another build well done, looks great!!! Looking forward to more videos!

[AK KRAWLER]

Awesome video!

I'm curious your thoughts on the 16T 540 Crawlmaster Expert, say ..., as opposed to a 12T 550 Crawlmaster Sport. Only asking because they are in the same Kv rating, but one is $30 more inexpensive.