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Crunky's Rey based comeback thread Hello gang, it's been a while since I was playing with toy cars and taking pictures of my characters doing work. Lots of things have changed over the years, it's amazing how many manufacturers and items are available today. Maybe you remember my entertaining build threads ? My New Bronco The Rock Cop Crunk Rock volume 2 Crunky's Fronty-Jero Crunks Red Wrangler rebuild I've been looking to get back into the hobby but this time a little quicker than the scalers I used to run. I've been a big fan of U4 and the Hammers series for years so finding something similar was the goal. I am lucky enough to have scored a Rock Rey, so bam !!! I'm baaaack. ( this time no dolls folks, sorry. ) It's a kit, so building this should be a treat. I've been acquiring parts for it, and have scored a few bonus items. Traxxas screw mod for the diffs Valterra front locker for center diff Exotek front gearbox set Hot racing third member Hot racing alloy steering Hot racing upper link mount Mamba X Castle slate 2850 Savox SW1210-SG Spektrum DX5 with SRS6000 Crawler innovations 6 hole wheels Proline BFG KO2 tires Rocklube formula 2 circa 2011 I'm stoked how smooth this kit goes together, the fit and finish is top quality stuff. I guess 3D printing has taken over the life of the old plastic trees. No more fixing yourself up with stiches because of a rogue X-acto knife. Thankfully this site is loaded with historical knowledge, and because of that I have a few tricks up my sleeve to throw at my Rock Rey to give it that Crunky touch. Thank you to everyone that's shared tips, tricks, info and pics here at RCC. It's nice to see this place still alive and very active after all these years, high five !!! Ok, now I've got my intro out of the way... I promise it will be mostly pics https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...ac0300abd8.jpg https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...993b7b502d.jpg https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...dd6382551e.jpg https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...8bea39c8d9.jpg https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...9c796c1684.jpg I got the front diff built and i threw the 1 million weight diff lube in the front. I had read that many guys run this setup with good results so I figured I'd try my luck. I did the screw mod to the diff with the dremel stone and some light machine oil, worked awesome for me it just takes a little time. It's all so nicely packaged in the Exotek housing. |
Re: Crunky's Rey based comeback thread Beautiful, keep us updated! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro |
Re: Crunky's Rey based comeback thread Very nice. Just put mine together last weekend and added all the exotek stuff. Their stuff seems quite nice. |
Re: Crunky's Rey based comeback thread It sounded like some folks had issues with the exotek housing fitting in the aluminum “backbone” plate. It might require some grinding to fit. |
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Re: Crunky's Rey based comeback thread I did have some tolerance issues with that plate on mine as well. I just followed along with the post made here...Exotek diff housing. Worked perfectly after that. Tearing right along... https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...f1a71dc4c7.jpg https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...c129e62a47.jpg https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...18b51400bf.jpg |
Re: Crunky's Rey based comeback thread Getting things done. I did have to file the inside of that backbone plate to sit flush on the Exotek housing... https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...140b8cf2c6.jpg https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...3caab37377.jpg https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...021971113b.jpg |
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Re: Crunky's Rey based comeback thread Nice build so far. Good choice on the locked center and 1mil front fluid. Which 1mil diff fluid did you use? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
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Re: Crunky's Rey based comeback thread And it’s actually able to squeeze out of that bottle? Lol I was just asking bc the stuff I use is like glue. Takes 5-10 minutes just to settle in the container if it was laying sideways or something. I use the 1mil but thinking of trying the 2.5 or even 20mil haha. https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...2747af329f.jpg Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
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Re: Crunky's Rey based comeback thread I didn't get too many shots of the final stages, it was just going too smooth and fun to stop. I'll share these... https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...cbf1f9f39e.jpg https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...b915e71e8a.jpg https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...89e400423c.jpg https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...b1fa5a5ebc.jpg https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...fe93b9db73.jpg https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...7e8ed30352.jpg https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...82999754f2.jpg I had it out for a few runs now, super fun and very stable thanks to that Spektrum radio and receiver with AVC. The gyro is amazing. Things sure have come a long long way from the old days of having a Blackfoot and throwing in an old Monster power 360... I've got leaky shocks, go figure. They were leaking from the fill screws the night I built them. I even went back and double checked to make sure I didn't miss the little O-ring... But no, they still weep. I'm sure there's a set of powerstroke shocks out there for me. Big thanks to the guys at Wreckless hobbies in Wareham Ma. Great shop with a huge variety, and knowledge of what items I'd be looking to pick up for my build. Thanks for reading, sharing, and your time !!! |
Re: Crunky's Rey based comeback thread Having fun with it... https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...fc9b10a12a.jpg Does anyone else have clearance issues on those front shafts ? https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...bcf6498a19.jpg https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...304ebefda5.jpg |
Re: Crunky's Rey based comeback thread Good stuff. It’s a fun truck for sure. My other rig is a crawler, and anytime I’m out on the trail with it I find myself thinking “I wish I had my RR with me instead” haha Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
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Why didn't I do this in 2008 ? I'll definitely be building another trail truck in the not too distant future, I can feel it. |
Re: Crunky's Rey based comeback thread The RR was also my first Lipo/Brushless experience. Prior to that was running Nimh and brushed 18 years ago. Brushless had just come out and was crazy expensive back then. Can’t believe what they’ve done to RC since then. I also went with the castle setup in mine, but with one of their 1/8th scale motors and monster mamba x. You made a good choice. I only had the RR for a month before deciding to build my crawler so I understand haha. Was originally going to make another u4 truck from the scx10ii raw builders kit, but decided to just do a crawler. It’s nice to go slow and not break as many parts crawling, but always find myself wishing it was faster lol. Keep us posted if you do anymore to it. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
Re: Crunky's Rey based comeback thread I'm starting to wonder what 3s would be like... https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...86633a4f4c.jpg https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...01793bf2ad.jpg |
Re: Crunky's Rey based comeback thread I’ve often wondered the same, but I’ve read too many people saying it was too much and breaks stuff easy. Guess it has a lot to do with whatever motor you’re running Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
Re: Crunky's Rey based comeback thread I'm running the castle 2850kv sensored brushless motor. It's got plenty of power, super smooth and awesome braking... I just would like to see it with just a little more zip. |
Re: Crunky's Rey based comeback thread One day I might try it haha. I have a big property and I can’t even run it full speed on 2S for more than a couple seconds at a time. I also have a really high torque setup. Worry about stripping hexes and stuff Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
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Relevant upgrades include SSD front bulkhead, Exotek diff cups (front and center...I should have ordered 3), and VP rear axle housing (all stock internals). Absolutely no drivetrain issues, yet. I will be upgrading to a MX and sensored 1415 2400kV after getting an aluminum center case and a 3rd Exotek diff cup installed. Also planning on the lower ratio (and stronger) Rock Rey diff gears before going 4s. |
Re: Crunky's Rey based comeback thread Diff cups are one of the things I didn't do. I did the larger traxxas screw mod, but when it as done I could see where the larger screws stressed the plastic a little bit. It's holding so far... |
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