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Old 05-31-2008, 08:38 AM   #21
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idk, i like your list. A little much when you first get started but hey if you got the money to blow then do it lol. Your gonna swap em anyway. Might as well learn different set ups with all your new aftermarket parts. Just remember if you get more points than a stock rtr ax10 dont get pissed, just learn from it. talk to him and you might get some nice tips and tricks.

All the above opinions all have great points. Dont for get your gearing, just like JRH says gear down and volt up. Dont forget to play with your wheel weights, shock wts, link trig, electronics positioning, shock positioning, drag brake settings, epa's etc etc. there are many many different setups you can use. Try droop up front and sprung in the rear, a few of my good friends had great luck with that suspension setup on there gatekeeper chassis. Good Luck on your build and make sure you keep us posted. You might be able to part off the rest of that kit on ebay/rcc/rctech etc...

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Old 05-31-2008, 12:50 PM   #22
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Thanks for the input guys, I'll try and post about the build with pictures in this thread.
If I get the comp heavys from Eritex should I get the normal or wide ones?
I read about the wheels rubbbing with the rcp knuckles.
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Old 05-31-2008, 07:13 PM   #23
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Your set up sounds great!
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Old 06-01-2008, 04:03 PM   #24
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If I get the comp heavys from Eritex should I get the normal or wide ones?
I read about the normal wheels rubbbing with the rcp knuckles.
Whata are the advanages of of each type (normal vs Wide)?
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Old 06-03-2008, 03:51 PM   #25
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Drive with the Axial rims for now, if you like the track width, then go with the normal offset, they are the same. If you feel that you are not sidehilling well enough, then go with the wides. I suggest the normals though.
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Old 06-04-2008, 10:14 AM   #26
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I have to also agree get your money back from the ax-10 kit use the money for something else the axle and tranny the only thing you really need. Sounds like you have a good list of stuff to make a good crawler looking forward to seeing it.
Hate to sound repettitive, but the guys are right. I did alot of research and had a list some what like yours when I started my build. I ended up ordering the axles and trans seperate along with the other parts to get it rolling. Your LHS will be able to help out with any hardware you will need for assembly, and the extra money you have you can put towards more upgrades as you find your driving style. Good luck on your build .
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Old 06-04-2008, 10:31 AM   #27
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I know I should have listened to NOVA, at this point I would have to send the ax-10 back pay for shipping then reorder the axles and trans. and pay for shipping again plus the wait would kill me.
I'm just going to keep the kit and with the parts I have left over I may build another ax-10 for my 7 yr. old daughter if shes interested.
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Old 06-04-2008, 04:28 PM   #28
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I'm having a couple of second thoughts.

Who has experience with the HH Crawlmaster motor can you give me some input?
Will it even fit in the gc2 chassis with a VF dig?
Do most people perfer a brushed motor like the 7t puller?

The rc4wd punisher driveshaft’s how are they?
I think I read about people having problems with them.
Should I wait on the mip cvd driveshafts or just run the stock ones until they break?
What are most people running with my similar setup?

Sorry for all the noob questions there is just a lot going thru my mind trying to get everything lined up and ordered.
These crawlers are not like 1/8 scale racing kits that I’m use too there is a lot of leeway in building them and I’m not use to that but I look forward to learning.
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Old 06-04-2008, 04:59 PM   #29
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I'd wait on the MIPs. You can use some Stampede shafts until they come out. Buy the pro pack, it has 6 complete shafts in it. You could also drop the money on E Savage ones or use Maxx shafts but it will require you to bust out a drill and Dremel on your yokes. Just search Maxx shafts in the AX-10 forum.

As far as buying just the axles and tranny over the kit, I think the kit really is the better option. Check this out:

Axles: 80
Tranny: 35
Yokes: 40
Rear steer kit: 30
Driveshafts: 10 (Axials would be 20)
Rear lockouts: ??
Spur gear: 4
Pinion: 4

Thats almost 200 and you still dont have screws and several other piece parts you will need. You can find the kit for $220 and what you dont use you can sell.
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Old 07-11-2008, 07:36 PM   #30
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I'm having a couple of second thoughts.

Who has experience with the HH Crawlmaster motor can you give me some input?
Will it even fit in the gc2 chassis with a VF dig?
Do most people perfer a brushed motor like the 7t puller?

The rc4wd punisher driveshaft’s how are they?
I think I read about people having problems with them.
Should I wait on the mip cvd driveshafts or just run the stock ones until they break?
What are most people running with my similar setup?

Sorry for all the noob questions there is just a lot going thru my mind trying to get everything lined up and ordered.
These crawlers are not like 1/8 scale racing kits that I’m use too there is a lot of leeway in building them and I’m not use to that but I look forward to learning.
STOP!!!!! take a deep breath. You just spent a ton of money on something you have not ever driven yet. You are overloading your self with way too many options. Just run what you have and enjoy it. I am new to crawling too and I have the Scorpion ARTR and the best part is I have fun. I don't need a 2000.00 crawler ,well at least not until I know what i'm doing.

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Old 07-11-2008, 09:53 PM   #31
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STOP!!!!! take a deep breath. You just spent a ton of money on something you have not ever driven yet. You are overloading your self with way too many options. Just run what you have and enjoy it. I am new to crawling too and I have the Scorpion ARTR and the best part is I have fun. I don't need a 2000.00 crawler ,well at least not until I know what i'm doing.
I agree. It takes time to figure out how to "dial everything in" As you start to drive it you can make small adjustments. I found that what works for others doesn't always work for me
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Old 07-11-2008, 10:04 PM   #32
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I agree. It takes time to figure out how to "dial everything in" As you start to drive it you can make small adjustments. I found that what works for others doesn't always work for me
yes...ask 100 people what the best setup is ( shocks,tires,wheels,foams,weight,chassis,electroni cs) and you're bound to get 100 different combinations. Driving style and terrain vary.
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