New Project with MST CFX-W

[Cyberk]

Hi,

I'm new to this forum. I have worked with RC Electric and Nitro models mostly based on RTR, where I then applied some better ones. I want to start a complete project with an MST CFX-W Chassis.

I have already read and reviewed details and improvements recommended for this type of chassis. But I have the doubt about the body.

Most comment that I can use any Tamiya, Proline, etc. And there really is a great variety of interesting models, but my doubt is in the scale.

Being the CFX-W 1/8, is it possible to place or use 1/10 scale bodies with this type of chassis?

Like for example the body ProLine 1/10 Scale 2017 Ford F-150 Raptor or the model Jeep Rubicon?

Thank.

[sabo308]

Hey man, welcome to the forum.
You will find that even though MST markets the CFX-W as 1/8 scale, the wheelbase is in line with the ~300-315mm standard of Axial/Vaterra rigs, so all of the usual bodies will fit with minor adjustments to link length.
MST markets the CFX-W as 1/8 scale to differentiate it from their CFX (which they call their 1/10 scale rig), which is a shorter wheelbase chassis designed for the smaller Tamiya bodies (FJ Cruiser, Landcruiser, etc).

[Cyberk]

Thanks for replying,

I have read talk about small adjustments. I understand, some adjustments are:

• At Body level and cut for rubbers.
• Use an Extended Front & Rear Body Mounts kit.

I will continue looking for some video that can show some clear orientation, so that I can order all the necessary pieces.

[sabo308]

It depends on what body you want to run.
I'm not entirely sure if the standard rear body posts go high enough to run a Jeep Cherokee/Rubicon or other wagon type body.
I'm just in the middle of building my MST CFX-W and should have it completed today, so I will measure the body posts and see how high they are able to go.

[Cyberk]

Many Thanks,

if you can share some picture of the progress would be great.

[sabo308]

Originally Posted by Cyberk

Many Thanks,

if you can share some picture of the progress would be great.

I didn't take any progress pictures of the build, sorry, but I've discovered that you will definitely be able to run a wagon body, as the kit comes with body post extensions

[Cyberk]

Originally Posted by sabo308

I didn't take any progress pictures of the build, sorry, but I've discovered that you will definitely be able to run a wagon body, as the kit comes with body post extensions

Thanks,

I'll have that detail in mind. If the body does not bring them, I will buy them as additional to be safer.

[sabo308]

Originally Posted by Cyberk

Thanks,

I'll have that detail in mind. If the body does not bring them, I will buy them as additional to be safer.

Sorry, I don't think I made it very clear.
The MST CFX-W kit comes with the body post extensions, so you don't have to buy them additionally

[Cyberk]

Oh great... many thank my friend.

Once you have all the pieces, share the advances with the group.