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BENDER · 01-09-2005, 06:31 PM

This is intended to be a guide to cheap fixes, mods, tricks, and parts. I'm doing this to keep a thread that just contains these tips so they are easy to find. I used title of original thread w/ a little editing on some. I included important tips on setting up chassis's as well.

First off...............nitros can't crawl.
KevKaos: April 2006

Got a cheap trick, that's not on list? Post it here....
Cheap tricks, post them here - RCCrawler

How to do the narrow XR10 mod to Axial axles

Wide AXR10 axle mod

Painting the body (opinions on brands).
Painting the body - RCCrawler

Tips on painting bodies (correct way).
I need some tips on painting a proline body... - RCCrawler

Stripping paint from lexan.
stripping paint from lexan - RCCrawler

Lexan body work.
Lexan body work - RCCrawler

Ultimate tire foams.
Ultimate Tire Foams - RCCrawler

Removing glued tires.
Removing Glued Tires - RCCrawler

How to narrow 40 Series wheels
-Narrowing Proline 40 series wheels
-Narrowing Axial 40 series wheels

Cheap plastic rod end slop fix.
Cheap plastic rod end slop fix. - RCCrawler

BFT rod end part number and price.
BFT rod end part number? - RCCrawler

Traxxas rod end part number.
What is the part number of that standard Traxxas Rod End? - RCCrawler

Cheap metal rod end bible.
CHEAP METAL ROD END BIBLE - RCCrawler

How to lock Clod diffs.
RCCrawler.com- Your #1 source for Radio Controlled Rockcrawling!

Gear ratio equations and chart.
Gear Ratio Equation and Chart I Made for us Crawlers... - RCCrawler

Balancing weight.
Balancing Weight - RCCrawler

Adjusting anti-squat?
Adjusting anti-squat? - RCCrawler
Anti Squat and Suspension Tech - RCCrawler
another-4-link-thread

Torque twist (how to fight it).
Torque twist/HELP PLEEEEEEEEEEASE!!!!!!!! - RCCrawler
another-4-link-thread

TXT servo mount dimensions.
Servo mount? - RCCrawler

Revo shafts (how to install).
I've seen lots of posts asking about Revo shafts... - RCCrawler

Extending Stampede driveshafts.
How to Pede sliders..Drive Shafts - RCCrawler

4 Link 101. (proper set-up tips)
4-Link 101? - RCCrawler

How to figure link length.
finding the correct suspension link length - RCCrawler

Making links.
Making Links - RCCrawler
"roller" links... - RCCrawler

Best way to link mount shocks.
What is the best way to link mount shocks? - RCCrawler

How do I stop my link clamps from sliding?
How do I stop my link clamps from sliding? - RCCrawler

How do I fishmouth brakeline?
how do i fish mouth a brakeline - RCCrawler

Harris safety silver-56 (where to buy).
harris safety-silv 56 - RCCrawler

Brazing stainless?
Brazing stainless - RCCrawler

Bending aluminium.
Need help bending aluminum - RCCrawler

Cutting aluminium.
What do you guys cut aluminum with? - RCCrawler

GD-600 (how to install).
Installed a GD-600 gear reduction - RCCrawler

Servo guide
R/C Sailplanes: Servo Chart

645mg turned into winch.
Crawler Tech: How to Build a Winch - RCCrawler
how do i turn a hi-tec 645MG into a working winch??? - RCCrawler

Correct part # for pinions.
Correct part numbers for pinions, etc? - RCCrawler

Servo saver or not.
Servo saver or not - RCCrawler

Truck problems (fixing glitching).
truck problems - RCCrawler

Tube project idea (getting scale look right).
tube project idea - RCCrawler

Series or parallel?
Series or Paralle - RCCrawler

Motor wiring (forward/reverse rotation Q's).
Motor wiring - RCCrawler

How to build/tune a 2.2 comp crawler.
2.2 TLT Competition Crawler Question... - RCCrawler

TLT Rock Buster vs TLT Max Climber (What's the difference?)
TLT Rockbuster, TLT Max Climber - RCCrawler

TLT tranny options.
TLT transmission options for your crawler - RCCrawler

Turning down TLT shocks, for a more scale look.
How to turn down stock tlt shocks. - RCCrawler

Limiting straps.
Limiting straps - RCCrawler

Fender trim materials.
Found a couple good fender materials... - RCCrawler

R/C License plates.
looking for rc sized replica license plates... - RCCrawler

Cheapest crawler.
ZipZap Rockcrawler - RCCrawler

Need some driving tips for comps? You know you do.
How to: Drive Better "TIPS" - RCCrawler

Tips for building a backyard rock garden.
How to build a crawling course: step-by-step - RCCrawler

How to make front dig.
Miniwheeler's dig
socket to ya dig

Bearing mod to eliminate the slop in worn aluminum axle C's
Mnster's mod

Locking a Pede tranny without epoxy or JBweld

Offroader5 shows you how to lock a pede tranny with no JB or goo

Widths of common crawling axles

Losi Springs to use on crawlers

Time to start wrenching.

badger · 01-18-2005, 12:19 PM

This has been restored. testing.

tltcrawlerxtrem · 01-18-2005, 04:50 PM

how to cut alumium link is wrong sumthing for maximizer beadlocks :?

BENDER · 01-18-2005, 06:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tltcrawlerxtrem

how to cut alumium link is wrong sumthing for maximizer beadlocks :?

Thanks for pointing that out, I removed link. I'll try and find the right thread and post it back up.

hcfr34 · 01-30-2005, 11:43 PM

Thanks for all the time you put into the stickies, what a truck load of helpful info. ;)

BENDER · 01-30-2005, 11:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by hcfr34

Thanks for all the time you put into the stickies, what a truck load of helpful info. ;)

No problem, glad to see people are finding it useful.

BENDER · 02-26-2005, 02:03 AM

OK guys, I finally updated these links to the new forum. LMK if anyone finds any problems.

rcbif · 04-02-2005, 12:51 PM

i though i saw somewhere someone cutting a dog bone in two then like putting each half in some sort of a metal shaft thing

BENDER · 04-03-2005, 12:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rcbif

i though i saw somewhere someone cutting a dog bone in two then like putting each half in some sort of a metal shaft thing

Here's a link that might answer your questions:
Stretching Wheelbase ????

Madcratebuilder · 12-27-2005, 04:19 PM

FASTENERS..........we all use them in the build-up of your rigs. I used to get mine at the local True Value, till I found this place.
www.microfasteners.com
Money back guarantee...can't beat that.
Great price. I just recieved my order of 120 SS sockethead 3mm screws, ranging from 20-40mm in lenght. $31 shipped. Half of what you would pay at the hardware store. That encluded 3 day priorty mail

spookyseven · 01-26-2006, 12:21 PM

i think this might belong here for anyone who is looking for a servo

gigantinc servo guide
http://www.fatlion.com/sailplanes/servochart.html

(yes, i know it is already posted elseware, but i think this might be a more practical place for it)

peej410 · 04-05-2006, 11:56 AM

i noticed some people mentioned they had trouble drilling accurate holes in aluminum so i figured id post this http://www1.mscdirect.com/CGI/NNSRIT...PMT4NO=6387899

they are great for making pilot holes because they are rigid and as long as you use a smaller one, (1/4 shank) they are perfect size for RC stuff.

Mule · 09-20-2006, 10:14 PM

Can you put up sources to gear reduction units being used on the E/Tmaxx?
I can't find anything.....

BENDER · 09-20-2006, 10:33 PM

I think most Maxx guys that use a reduction have the GD-600. Install will be about the same as a TXT which is posted here.
Installed a GD-600 gear reduction

Not sure if it'll work with a T-Maxx tranny though.

Mule · 09-21-2006, 09:55 AM

Thanks, I found everything I needed!
I saw a post w/ dual motors on dual GDs - on a maxx.
Here is the mfg # GPMG0850
Here is a tower link. http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin...&I=LXSL79&P=ML

For $12.99, I think it's worth trying them on anything!
Greg

Dsanchez · 01-12-2007, 05:48 PM

good info here thanx

balang_479 · 05-12-2007, 03:12 AM

is anything about how to made a tube chassis or roll cage?

like what material to use and how to weld it together,.

BENDER · 05-12-2007, 05:01 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by balang_479

is anything about how to made a tube chassis or roll cage?

like what material to use and how to weld it together,.

Here's a link to an article on the front page on building tubers.
http://www.rccrawler.com/tuber.htm

FASTFLEE · 05-25-2007, 10:06 PM

great info I guess I will never have to ask a thing now hahahaha NOT

Crawlerdude75 · 07-04-2007, 09:51 PM

Hey thanks for puttin my guide up there.

I really appreciate that BENDER.

01-18-2005, 12:19 PM	#2
badger Diggin' the new SCX10 II! Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Norcal Posts: 11,402	Re: RCCRAWLER tips, cheap tricks / parts guide. This has been restored. testing.

01-18-2005, 04:50 PM	#3
tltcrawlerxtrem Pebble Pounder Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: leesburg,va Posts: 128	Re: RCCRAWLER tips, cheap tricks / parts guide. how to cut alumium link is wrong sumthing for maximizer beadlocks :?

02-26-2005, 02:03 AM	#7
BENDER 2006 2.2 National Champ Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Big Bear Lake Posts: 8,328	Updated OK guys, I finally updated these links to the new forum. LMK if anyone finds any problems.

09-20-2006, 10:14 PM	#13
Mule Quarry Creeper Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: CO burbs Posts: 261	gear reduction units? Can you put up sources to gear reduction units being used on the E/Tmaxx? I can't find anything.....

09-21-2006, 09:55 AM	#15
Mule Quarry Creeper Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: CO burbs Posts: 261	cool! Thanks, I found everything I needed! I saw a post w/ dual motors on dual GDs - on a maxx. Here is the mfg # GPMG0850 Here is a tower link. http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin...&I=LXSL79&P=ML For $12.99, I think it's worth trying them on anything! Greg

01-09-2005, 06:31 PM	#1
BENDER 2006 2.2 National Champ Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Big Bear Lake Posts: 8,328	RCCRAWLER tips, cheap tricks / parts guide. This is intended to be a guide to cheap fixes, mods, tricks, and parts. I'm doing this to keep a thread that just contains these tips so they are easy to find. I used title of original thread w/ a little editing on some. I included important tips on setting up chassis's as well. First off...............nitros can't crawl. KevKaos: April 2006 Got a cheap trick, that's not on list? Post it here.... Cheap tricks, post them here - RCCrawler How to do the narrow XR10 mod to Axial axles Wide AXR10 axle mod Painting the body (opinions on brands). Painting the body - RCCrawler Tips on painting bodies (correct way). I need some tips on painting a proline body... - RCCrawler Stripping paint from lexan. stripping paint from lexan - RCCrawler Lexan body work. Lexan body work - RCCrawler Ultimate tire foams. Ultimate Tire Foams - RCCrawler Removing glued tires. Removing Glued Tires - RCCrawler How to narrow 40 Series wheels -Narrowing Proline 40 series wheels -Narrowing Axial 40 series wheels Cheap plastic rod end slop fix. Cheap plastic rod end slop fix. - RCCrawler BFT rod end part number and price. BFT rod end part number? - RCCrawler Traxxas rod end part number. What is the part number of that standard Traxxas Rod End? - RCCrawler Cheap metal rod end bible. CHEAP METAL ROD END BIBLE - RCCrawler How to lock Clod diffs. RCCrawler.com- Your #1 source for Radio Controlled Rockcrawling! Gear ratio equations and chart. Gear Ratio Equation and Chart I Made for us Crawlers... - RCCrawler Balancing weight. Balancing Weight - RCCrawler Adjusting anti-squat? Adjusting anti-squat? - RCCrawler Anti Squat and Suspension Tech - RCCrawler another-4-link-thread Torque twist (how to fight it). Torque twist/HELP PLEEEEEEEEEEASE!!!!!!!! - RCCrawler another-4-link-thread TXT servo mount dimensions. Servo mount? - RCCrawler Revo shafts (how to install). I've seen lots of posts asking about Revo shafts... - RCCrawler Extending Stampede driveshafts. How to Pede sliders..Drive Shafts - RCCrawler 4 Link 101. (proper set-up tips) 4-Link 101? - RCCrawler How to figure link length. finding the correct suspension link length - RCCrawler Making links. Making Links - RCCrawler "roller" links... - RCCrawler Best way to link mount shocks. What is the best way to link mount shocks? - RCCrawler How do I stop my link clamps from sliding? How do I stop my link clamps from sliding? - RCCrawler How do I fishmouth brakeline? how do i fish mouth a brakeline - RCCrawler Harris safety silver-56 (where to buy). harris safety-silv 56 - RCCrawler Brazing stainless? Brazing stainless - RCCrawler Bending aluminium. Need help bending aluminum - RCCrawler Cutting aluminium. What do you guys cut aluminum with? - RCCrawler GD-600 (how to install). Installed a GD-600 gear reduction - RCCrawler Servo guide R/C Sailplanes: Servo Chart 645mg turned into winch. Crawler Tech: How to Build a Winch - RCCrawler how do i turn a hi-tec 645MG into a working winch??? - RCCrawler Correct part # for pinions. Correct part numbers for pinions, etc? - RCCrawler Servo saver or not. Servo saver or not - RCCrawler Truck problems (fixing glitching). truck problems - RCCrawler Tube project idea (getting scale look right). tube project idea - RCCrawler Series or parallel? Series or Paralle - RCCrawler Motor wiring (forward/reverse rotation Q's). Motor wiring - RCCrawler How to build/tune a 2.2 comp crawler. 2.2 TLT Competition Crawler Question... - RCCrawler TLT Rock Buster vs TLT Max Climber (What's the difference?) TLT Rockbuster, TLT Max Climber - RCCrawler TLT tranny options. TLT transmission options for your crawler - RCCrawler Turning down TLT shocks, for a more scale look. How to turn down stock tlt shocks. - RCCrawler Limiting straps. Limiting straps - RCCrawler Fender trim materials. Found a couple good fender materials... - RCCrawler R/C License plates. looking for rc sized replica license plates... - RCCrawler Cheapest crawler. ZipZap Rockcrawler - RCCrawler Need some driving tips for comps? You know you do. How to: Drive Better "TIPS" - RCCrawler Tips for building a backyard rock garden. How to build a crawling course: step-by-step - RCCrawler How to make front dig. Miniwheeler's dig socket to ya dig Bearing mod to eliminate the slop in worn aluminum axle C's Mnster's mod Locking a Pede tranny without epoxy or JBweld Offroader5 shows you how to lock a pede tranny with no JB or goo Widths of common crawling axles Losi Springs to use on crawlers Time to start wrenching. Last edited by Grizzly4x4; 08-19-2014 at 11:37 AM.

01-30-2005, 11:43 PM	#5
hcfr34 Quarry Creeper Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Tampa, Fl Posts: 226	Thanks for all the time you put into the stickies, what a truck load of helpful info. ;)

04-02-2005, 12:51 PM	#8
rcbif Pebble Pounder Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Medina, Ohio Posts: 135	i though i saw somewhere someone cutting a dog bone in two then like putting each half in some sort of a metal shaft thing

12-27-2005, 04:19 PM	#10
Madcratebuilder Pebble Pounder Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: I need MORE GIGGLE JUICE Posts: 133	FASTENERS..........we all use them in the build-up of your rigs. I used to get mine at the local True Value, till I found this place. www.microfasteners.com Money back guarantee...can't beat that. Great price. I just recieved my order of 120 SS sockethead 3mm screws, ranging from 20-40mm in lenght. $31 shipped. Half of what you would pay at the hardware store. That encluded 3 day priorty mail

01-26-2006, 12:21 PM	#11
spookyseven Rock Crawler Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Not where I belong. Posts: 964	i think this might belong here for anyone who is looking for a servo gigantinc servo guide http://www.fatlion.com/sailplanes/servochart.html (yes, i know it is already posted elseware, but i think this might be a more practical place for it)

04-05-2006, 11:56 AM	#12
peej410 Rock Crawler Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: glastonbury Posts: 992	i noticed some people mentioned they had trouble drilling accurate holes in aluminum so i figured id post this http://www1.mscdirect.com/CGI/NNSRIT...PMT4NO=6387899 they are great for making pilot holes because they are rigid and as long as you use a smaller one, (1/4 shank) they are perfect size for RC stuff.

09-20-2006, 10:33 PM	#14
BENDER 2006 2.2 National Champ Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Big Bear Lake Posts: 8,328	I think most Maxx guys that use a reduction have the GD-600. Install will be about the same as a TXT which is posted here. Installed a GD-600 gear reduction Not sure if it'll work with a T-Maxx tranny though.

01-12-2007, 05:48 PM	#16
Dsanchez Newbie Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: surrey bc Posts: 29	good info here thanx

05-12-2007, 03:12 AM	#17
balang_479 Rock Crawler Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Colorado Posts: 635	is anything about how to made a tube chassis or roll cage? like what material to use and how to weld it together,.

05-25-2007, 10:06 PM	#19
FASTFLEE Newbie Join Date: May 2007 Location: no cal Posts: 36	great info I guess I will never have to ask a thing now hahahaha NOT

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07-04-2007, 09:51 PM	#20
Crawlerdude75 I joined the Band! Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Sierra Vista, Arizona Posts: 55	Hey thanks for puttin my guide up there. I really appreciate that BENDER.

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