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jetboat · 07-11-2010, 05:28 PM

First to thank our current sponsors:

Tekin, without them we wouldnt have the money to build, and the prizes they are sending will be great

CowRC, Heath has been very generous with prizes for this years comp
Krawler Hobbies, More prizes for the comp

If anyone would like to get their name mentioned at the event, we still have plenty of sponsorship spots open.

After the success of last year, SCRC was asked to come back to The International Hobby Shop for 2010. We have been provided a 50' x 25' slot for the course (this is about $18,000 in floor space!!!) Since we had done a build last year we new what to expect so, we also new what to do BETTER.
First we came up with a plan. Then we changed the plan a few times.
Our main goals were easy to load/unload and easy to transport (I will most likely be transporting by myself again this year

). With over 20,000 people including about every manufacture in RC and shops from all over the world in attendance, we wanted it to look nice this year (last year was ok but definatly thrown together). We had to include: steep climbs, scaler sections and a large realistic section.

I started by building a bridge for the scalers... Its constructed using the center supports from a house trailer and some ingenuity.

A little rustoleum for heavy rust and some decking and here we go

cost on the bridge was about $8

Now for the "Main Section" each of these pieces will be about 2000# when they are done so, strength is a big deal. The main beams are 2x8 treated, the joists are 2x6 on 24" centers. I used Gorilla glue, screws and joist hangers to put everything together.

Shown above is the construction of 1 base, they are 6'x8' on 600# rated casters. The second base is about half done but, it started raining so I called it a day. If you notice, I was smart and added 1/2" eye bolts, 2 on each side and 1 on the front. Last year we had a heck of a time securing everything and I didnt want a repeat. We have already blown most of our build budget on just these pieces so we are desperatly looking for another cash sponsor or some donations.

If you are interested in driving at Ihobby, I will be taking names after SCRC and WiRCRC clubs are given a chance. We are only allowing 40 spots this year.

THE CRAWLER KING · 07-11-2010, 05:32 PM

Wow that looks really cool! Keep up the good work. And good luck to every body that enters.

KrawlOff-Road.com · 07-12-2010, 07:12 AM

Looking good Jeff. Glad we could be apart of it this year. Send me a PM with anything you may need!

-Jason

rockerrc · 07-12-2010, 07:26 AM

looking good so far. really love the bridge can't wait to see the rest of it when your done.

Mnster · 07-13-2010, 03:10 AM

That bridge looks rather flimsy don't you think?

Looking forward to this event again this year. Should be a good time.

The Cow · 07-14-2010, 05:08 AM

And the fun begins... Ihobby 2011 here we come!

Heath

jetboat · 07-14-2010, 06:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by The Cow

And the fun begins... Ihobby 2011 here we come!

Heath

Yeah.... lets not go that far, need to get thru this year first.

addictedtonitro · 07-14-2010, 11:28 AM

As the co-organizer for this event, I'd personally like to thank the already signed up sponsors and potential sponsors. With crowds in the 10,000's it's sure to be a great event again this year. Looking forward to driving with everybody and also the Tekin team driver!

If anybody is considering jumping on and getting your name in the spotlight you can contact me or Jetboat.

jetboat · 07-18-2010, 04:26 PM

Addictedtonitro and ThunderVP stopped by and we came up with a full plan for the course. We also did a bit of work framing things up.

Mining tunnel anyone?

sally1800 · 07-18-2010, 04:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jetboat

Addictedtonitro and ThunderVP stopped by and we came up with a full plan for the course. We also did a bit of work framing things up.

sweet !!!!!

Is this the main part and will there be a wrap around pieces add like last year.

Is there plans for a cable bridge?

jetboat · 07-18-2010, 04:51 PM

no sneak peaks on the plans

WarTrader · 07-19-2010, 11:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jetboat

no sneak peaks on the plans

Man how do you expect me to Set my Rig up to win then... DOH

addictedtonitro · 07-19-2010, 05:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by WarTrader

Man how do you expect me to Set my Rig up to win then... DOH

All you gotta do is finish 2nd to get my nationals bid for winning lol

addictedtonitro · 07-19-2010, 05:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by saydee1800

sweet !!!!!

Is this the main part and will there be a wrap around pieces add like last year.

Is there plans for a cable bridge?

Brian, Lets just say it's gonna be 50 times better than last year

sally1800 · 07-19-2010, 06:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by addictedtonitro

Brian, Lets just say it's gonna be 50 times better than last year

cavie98 · 07-20-2010, 10:11 AM

This looks great. Subscribed. Can't wait to see more of the course built. Keep us posted.

danielk · 07-20-2010, 11:09 AM

Optima Red Tops...I wonder what those are for...got a new super build?

aktyfoon · 07-20-2010, 11:17 AM

Subscribed, JB, mind I borrow your idea for the bridge? It would be great addition to the course I have laidout in my head. Good job on the bridge. Late Ty.

danielk · 07-20-2010, 12:36 PM

so, new super build, got it. pics or it didnt happen.

jetboat · 07-21-2010, 10:20 AM

To give an idea of how far we have come since last year... here is the 09 build thread
I hobby 2009 crawler course build thread

07-11-2010, 05:28 PM	#1
jetboat I wanna be Dave Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Tax Nation Posts: 2,289	2010 I Hobby Crawler course build presented by Tekin First to thank our current sponsors: Tekin, without them we wouldnt have the money to build, and the prizes they are sending will be great CowRC, Heath has been very generous with prizes for this years comp Krawler Hobbies, More prizes for the comp If anyone would like to get their name mentioned at the event, we still have plenty of sponsorship spots open. After the success of last year, SCRC was asked to come back to The International Hobby Shop for 2010. We have been provided a 50' x 25' slot for the course (this is about $18,000 in floor space!!!) Since we had done a build last year we new what to expect so, we also new what to do BETTER. First we came up with a plan. Then we changed the plan a few times. Our main goals were easy to load/unload and easy to transport (I will most likely be transporting by myself again this year ). With over 20,000 people including about every manufacture in RC and shops from all over the world in attendance, we wanted it to look nice this year (last year was ok but definatly thrown together). We had to include: steep climbs, scaler sections and a large realistic section. I started by building a bridge for the scalers... Its constructed using the center supports from a house trailer and some ingenuity. A little rustoleum for heavy rust and some decking and here we go cost on the bridge was about $8 Now for the "Main Section" each of these pieces will be about 2000# when they are done so, strength is a big deal. The main beams are 2x8 treated, the joists are 2x6 on 24" centers. I used Gorilla glue, screws and joist hangers to put everything together. Shown above is the construction of 1 base, they are 6'x8' on 600# rated casters. The second base is about half done but, it started raining so I called it a day. If you notice, I was smart and added 1/2" eye bolts, 2 on each side and 1 on the front. Last year we had a heck of a time securing everything and I didnt want a repeat. We have already blown most of our build budget on just these pieces so we are desperatly looking for another cash sponsor or some donations. If you are interested in driving at Ihobby, I will be taking names after SCRC and WiRCRC clubs are given a chance. We are only allowing 40 spots this year.

07-11-2010, 05:32 PM	#2
THE CRAWLER KING Rock Crawler Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Greenville South Carolina Posts: 673	Wow that looks really cool! Keep up the good work. And good luck to every body that enters.

07-12-2010, 07:12 AM	#3
KrawlOff-Road.com RCC Addict Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Anderson Posts: 1,332	Looking good Jeff. Glad we could be apart of it this year. Send me a PM with anything you may need! -Jason

07-12-2010, 07:26 AM	#4
rockerrc Rock Crawler Join Date: May 2009 Location: Idaho Falls, ID. Posts: 539	looking good so far. really love the bridge can't wait to see the rest of it when your done.

07-13-2010, 03:10 AM	#5
Mnster MWRCA'er Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Machesney Park IL Posts: 3,995	That bridge looks rather flimsy don't you think? Looking forward to this event again this year. Should be a good time.

07-14-2010, 05:08 AM	#6
The Cow Rock Crawler Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Somewhere deep within the barn doors Posts: 983	And the fun begins... Ihobby 2011 here we come! Heath

07-14-2010, 11:28 AM	#8
addictedtonitro Rock Crawler Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: hillbilly illinois Posts: 503	As the co-organizer for this event, I'd personally like to thank the already signed up sponsors and potential sponsors. With crowds in the 10,000's it's sure to be a great event again this year. Looking forward to driving with everybody and also the Tekin team driver! If anybody is considering jumping on and getting your name in the spotlight you can contact me or Jetboat.

07-18-2010, 04:26 PM	#9
jetboat I wanna be Dave Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Tax Nation Posts: 2,289	Addictedtonitro and ThunderVP stopped by and we came up with a full plan for the course. We also did a bit of work framing things up. Mining tunnel anyone?

07-18-2010, 04:51 PM	#11
jetboat I wanna be Dave Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Tax Nation Posts: 2,289	no sneak peaks on the plans

07-20-2010, 10:11 AM	#16
cavie98 Rock Crawler Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Over at yo mama's house Posts: 527	This looks great. Subscribed. Can't wait to see more of the course built. Keep us posted.

07-20-2010, 11:09 AM	#17
danielk RCC Addict Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Pasadena Posts: 1,118	Optima Red Tops...I wonder what those are for...got a new super build?

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07-20-2010, 11:17 AM	#18
aktyfoon Rock Stacker Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: AK...the dark side. Posts: 68	Subscribed, JB, mind I borrow your idea for the bridge? It would be great addition to the course I have laidout in my head. Good job on the bridge. Late Ty.

07-20-2010, 12:36 PM	#19
danielk RCC Addict Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Pasadena Posts: 1,118	so, new super build, got it. pics or it didnt happen.

07-21-2010, 10:20 AM	#20
jetboat I wanna be Dave Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Tax Nation Posts: 2,289	To give an idea of how far we have come since last year... here is the 09 build thread I hobby 2009 crawler course build thread

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