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suzuki_yota · 08-02-2008, 03:51 PM

Hello, I come here today with a question, My question is, What tools will I need to build a cralwer. I mean, welding..so on so forth, whats suggested? If it's a piece of big equpiptment tell me if they're altenatives.

As a 14 yr old kid, my funds are a bit limited, as I have no fanical backing my parents, as they want nothing to do with this "Dumb Hobby." So, I build on budgets.

Thanks SY.

JeremyH · 08-02-2008, 04:21 PM

That really depends on what you plan to build.

If you are thinking of picking up a kit that doesnt require much modification, then a simple set of allen wrenches and a set of screwdrivers will do the trick.

If you are planning to build a custom crawler then the tools required will be much different and will depend on the design.

MCSCOTT · 08-02-2008, 08:45 PM

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Originally Posted by JeremyH

That really depends on what you plan to build.

If you are thinking of picking up a kit that doesnt require much modification, then a simple set of allen wrenches and a set of screwdrivers will do the trick.

If you are planning to build a custom crawler then the tools required will be much different and will depend on the design.

X2, could be as simple as screw drivers and allen wrenches, or could go all the way up to full CNC machines, all depending on what you want to do. The crawler kits like AX10's make it alot easier for people to get into the hobby without having to fabricate much.

HndsWthtShdws · 08-02-2008, 10:09 PM

You could build links and a chassis with a cordless drill, hacksaw, files, and a scroll, jig, or band saw.

BajaGadget · 08-02-2008, 11:48 PM

It sounds like you are talking about building the frame itself (you said welding). There is a really good thread about brazing. That's how these guys build frames. Welding is a bit much for the size of the pieces involved, usually.

Check out this thread. Brazing Video

Bohh · 08-05-2008, 03:02 PM

Brazing seems to be a really popular way of making frames. All you need is a torch, some brake line, and some brazing rod.

The torch must be made for brazing however! It must have to correct gas in it.

thatguy · 08-05-2008, 04:13 PM

metal shop and machine shop classes in school if your lucky they also have a welding lab.talk to the teachers if your not in them.some times you can give them a blue print and they have one of the students make it for you.or if they have night classes sometimes you can sit in on them and make stuff yourself.

08-02-2008, 03:51 PM	#1
suzuki_yota Newbie Join Date: May 2008 Location: HOME Posts: 31	Tools? Hello, I come here today with a question, My question is, What tools will I need to build a cralwer. I mean, welding..so on so forth, whats suggested? If it's a piece of big equpiptment tell me if they're altenatives. As a 14 yr old kid, my funds are a bit limited, as I have no fanical backing my parents, as they want nothing to do with this "Dumb Hobby." So, I build on budgets. Thanks SY.

08-02-2008, 04:21 PM	#2
JeremyH I wanna be Dave Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 16,952	That really depends on what you plan to build. If you are thinking of picking up a kit that doesnt require much modification, then a simple set of allen wrenches and a set of screwdrivers will do the trick. If you are planning to build a custom crawler then the tools required will be much different and will depend on the design.

08-02-2008, 10:09 PM	#4
HndsWthtShdws Quarry Creeper Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 341	You could build links and a chassis with a cordless drill, hacksaw, files, and a scroll, jig, or band saw.

08-02-2008, 11:48 PM	#5
BajaGadget Newbie Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Dayton (Beavercreek) Posts: 29	It sounds like you are talking about building the frame itself (you said welding). There is a really good thread about brazing. That's how these guys build frames. Welding is a bit much for the size of the pieces involved, usually. Check out this thread. Brazing Video

08-05-2008, 03:02 PM	#6
Bohh Newbie Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Brunswick Posts: 29	Brazing seems to be a really popular way of making frames. All you need is a torch, some brake line, and some brazing rod. The torch must be made for brazing however! It must have to correct gas in it.

08-05-2008, 04:13 PM	#7
thatguy Quarry Creeper Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: pleasant ridge Posts: 317	metal shop and machine shop classes in school if your lucky they also have a welding lab.talk to the teachers if your not in them.some times you can give them a blue print and they have one of the students make it for you.or if they have night classes sometimes you can sit in on them and make stuff yourself.

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