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Old 07-09-2010, 10:15 PM   #1
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Default 1:6 Dragon Jeep Conversion

Today, I started one of the popular 1:6 Willy's Jeep conversions. I began with a Dragon model and have been using whatever I have on hand to make it into an RC.

Killer transfer case on the frame. I used screws in key places to give the frame some strength.

http://i601.photobucket.com/albums/t...Beginning1.jpg

http://i601.photobucket.com/albums/t...Beginning2.jpg

http://i601.photobucket.com/albums/t...Beginning3.jpg

The leaf springs are part of a 1:10 scale conversion that I originally bought for my Axial AX10, but they fit so nicely on this model that I had to use them. Since the frame rails are split in the middle, I filled the gaps with nuts so that I could tighten everything down without breaking the plastic.

http://i601.photobucket.com/albums/t...Beginning5.jpg

http://i601.photobucket.com/albums/t...Beginning4.jpg

Even though this frame is wider than the 1:10 chassis that they came with, I was able to change the axle mounting configuration so that everything still lines up with the holes in the top of the axles.

http://i601.photobucket.com/albums/t...Beginning6.jpg

http://i601.photobucket.com/albums/t...Beginning7.jpg

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Old 07-09-2010, 10:21 PM   #2
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The axles center well and I don't have to figure out a four link suspension. Yay!

http://i601.photobucket.com/albums/t...Beginning8.jpg

http://i601.photobucket.com/albums/t...Beginning9.jpg

http://i601.photobucket.com/albums/t...eginning10.jpg

These are the wheels and tires from my AX10. They are a good fit, but the axles are not wide enough for the front wheels to turn, so I ordered some Hot Racing extensions. When they arrive, I should be able to actually turn this puppy, but until then.....

http://i601.photobucket.com/albums/t...eginning11.jpg

http://i601.photobucket.com/albums/t...eginning12.jpg

http://i601.photobucket.com/albums/t...eginning13.jpg

http://i601.photobucket.com/albums/t...eginning14.jpg
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Old 07-09-2010, 10:25 PM   #3
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I was worried about finding shocks that were the right length so that I would not have to cut into the body, but I happened to have a set that I used on a Tamiya CC01, which work well with the leaf springs. I know that I will not have great articulation with this set-up, but I want it to be more of a runner rather than an actual rock crawler. Again, I used nuts in the frame when I mounted the shocks, to take up the space.

http://i601.photobucket.com/albums/t...eginning15.jpg

http://i601.photobucket.com/albums/t...eginning16.jpg

http://i601.photobucket.com/albums/t...eginning17.jpg
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Old 07-09-2010, 11:25 PM   #4
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Lookin' killer so far! Keep it up!
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Old 07-09-2010, 11:38 PM   #5
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Thanks!

I went ahead and painted the downstairs flat black.

http://i601.photobucket.com/albums/t...ackChassis.jpg
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Old 07-10-2010, 11:58 PM   #6
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YAY!!! Another leaf sprung Willys. Great job so far, keep it up.
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Old 07-12-2010, 05:57 PM   #7
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Thanks! The leaf springs are going to work out pretty well, but the plastic frame rails are probably not. I'll have to try to make my own.

This model has no bottom in the engine bay so I'll have to go to the hobby shop and get some plastic card to make my own. In the mean time, my axle extensions came in (gotta love fast shipping!) and they will help a lot with the footprint of the truck and turning radius.

http://i601.photobucket.com/albums/t...Extensions.jpg

http://i601.photobucket.com/albums/t...xtensions1.jpg
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Old 07-12-2010, 07:16 PM   #8
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The steering wheel on this Jeep will turn with the front wheels, with G.I. Joe's hand and arm pulled along with it. The good thing about this scale is that the driver's body is big enough to hold a small servo. This guy's head will turn with the wheels and steering wheel. I certainly don't claim the idea as my own, but I had to figure it out for myself, so that has to count for something.

http://s601.photobucket.com/albums/t...ingtheHead.mp4

I fumbled through this and didn't take any pictures of the tedious trial and error process. I did make a simple document to show how I did it, in case anyone else wants to try the same thing. It isn't great, but you get the idea.

http://i601.photobucket.com/albums/t.../servohead.jpg
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Old 07-15-2010, 07:31 AM   #9
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The steering wheel on this Jeep will turn with the front wheels, with G.I. Joe's hand and arm pulled along with it. The good thing about this scale is that the driver's body is big enough to hold a small servo. This guy's head will turn with the wheels and steering wheel. I certainly don't claim the idea as my own, but I had to figure it out for myself, so that has to count for something.

http://s601.photobucket.com/albums/t...ingtheHead.mp4

I fumbled through this and didn't take any pictures of the tedious trial and error process. I did make a simple document to show how I did it, in case anyone else wants to try the same thing. It isn't great, but you get the idea.

http://i601.photobucket.com/albums/t.../servohead.jpg

I like the idea about the turning head, i will keep that in mind on my futur project.
Did it work as planned ??
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Old 07-15-2010, 02:04 PM   #10
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I like the idea about the turning head, i will keep that in mind on my futur project.
Did it work as planned ??
The head action servo is great. I ran into a snag as far as the transmission for the Jeep, so the whole project is stalled and I haven't tested the electronics completely, yet. The only possible problem I foresee is that the servo in the doll might not turn the same direction as the steering servo, when used with a 'Y' harness. If that is the case, he will look the wrong way when the wheels turn, so I will probably have to switch the wires on the steering servo's motor to change its polarity. Once they are in sync it should be all good.

I'm also considering adding another servo to shift the gear stick with his hand attached, of course.
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use the IMG code so we don't have to click on links
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use the IMG code so we don't have to click on links
+1 it is alot easier for those who are lazy like me...
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Today, I started one of the popular 1:6 Willy's Jeep conversions. I began with a Dragon model and have been using whatever I have on hand to make it into an RC.

Killer transfer case on the frame. I used screws in key places to give the frame some strength.







The leaf springs are part of a 1:10 scale conversion that I originally bought for my Axial AX10, but they fit so nicely on this model that I had to use them. Since the frame rails are split in the middle, I filled the gaps with nuts so that I could tighten everything down without breaking the plastic.





Even though this frame is wider than the 1:10 chassis that they came with, I was able to change the axle mounting configuration so that everything still lines up with the holes in the top of the axles.



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The axles center well and I don't have to figure out a four link suspension. Yay!







These are the wheels and tires from my AX10. They are a good fit, but the axles are not wide enough for the front wheels to turn, so I ordered some Hot Racing extensions. When they arrive, I should be able to actually turn this puppy, but until then.....







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I was worried about finding shocks that were the right length so that I would not have to cut into the body, but I happened to have a set that I used on a Tamiya CC01, which work well with the leaf springs. I know that I will not have great articulation with this set-up, but I want it to be more of a runner rather than an actual rock crawler. Again, I used nuts in the frame when I mounted the shocks, to take up the space.





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Thanks!

I went ahead and painted the downstairs flat black.

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Thanks! The leaf springs are going to work out pretty well, but the plastic frame rails are probably not. I'll have to try to make my own.

This model has no bottom in the engine bay so I'll have to go to the hobby shop and get some plastic card to make my own. In the mean time, my axle extensions came in (gotta love fast shipping!) and they will help a lot with the footprint of the truck and turning radius.



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The steering wheel on this Jeep will turn with the front wheels, with G.I. Joe's hand and arm pulled along with it. The good thing about this scale is that the driver's body is big enough to hold a small servo. This guy's head will turn with the wheels and steering wheel. I certainly don't claim the idea as my own, but I had to figure it out for myself, so that has to count for something.

http://s601.photobucket.com/albums/t...ingtheHead.mp4

I fumbled through this and didn't take any pictures of the tedious trial and error process. I did make a simple document to show how I did it, in case anyone else wants to try the same thing. It isn't great, but you get the idea.

It's almost like magic... All you have to do is when you are copying the link from Photobucket, copy the [img] code instead. That way when you paste it here, we can all see what you are doing.
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The head action servo is great. I ran into a snag as far as the transmission for the Jeep, so the whole project is stalled and I haven't tested the electronics completely, yet. The only possible problem I foresee is that the servo in the doll might not turn the same direction as the steering servo, when used with a 'Y' harness. If that is the case, he will look the wrong way when the wheels turn, so I will probably have to switch the wires on the steering servo's motor to change its polarity. Once they are in sync it should be all good.

I'm also considering adding another servo to shift the gear stick with his hand attached, of course.
WOW! this going to be interesting, please post some pictures or video when you get it done. I would shure like to see it in action..
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Old 08-01-2010, 10:43 AM   #15
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Default Dragon willys chassis cad

Hi~
THIS IS DRAGON WILLYS CHASSIS CAD
IF YOU NEED THE CAD FILE,
I CAN MAIL IT TO YOU.


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Old 09-19-2010, 12:52 PM   #16
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Any updated on this build?
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Old 09-30-2010, 01:42 PM   #17
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Wicked build... going to following a similar idea. Just got my model in, now time to figure out how I want to build this. Trying to figure if I can make two chassis... one for wheeling, one for parades Any word if that CAD is still available, as I might cut my own chassis.
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Old 10-03-2010, 03:45 PM   #18
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It's almost like magic... All you have to do is when you are copying the link from Photobucket, copy the [img] code instead. That way when you paste it here, we can all see what you are doing.
Thanks I was tired of clicking!!!
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THIS IS DRAGON WILLYS CHASSIS CAD
IF YOU NEED THE CAD FILE,
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Hi can you please send me the PDF for this chassis.I'm building my truck but would like to get this chassis made from alloy or steel.You can send it to ( springmoer@gmail.com ). Nice build keep it up.
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