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Welby · 06-22-2006, 10:50 AM

After seeing an RC thread in the Pirate4x4 chit-chat forum, I've been bitten by the RC bug, and really want to build an authentic scale rig (most likely a Jeep Wrangler since I sold my built up 1:1 ride a few years ago).
Had a few questions; after searching the scale forum, I've come to the conclusion that most guys are using TLT axles with aftermarket chassis. Scale rigs are 1:10 scale, correct? But the TLT's are 1:18 scale. I assume it doesn't matter, but was wondering, what size tires are people using and what wheels?
To start, should I just buy a new TLT-1 Max Climber and go from there? Can I use the stock tranny and other stock junk? Where are people getting suspension links from?
Holy crap, am I dumb concerning this stuff.

Rockpiledriver · 06-22-2006, 11:17 AM

Search newb

Seriously check out the scale rigs forum yes the max climber kit is good to start with becasue you get a bunch of extra stuff you will need for the build like screws stand-offs and so on.

The TLT tranny is weak and the belt will slip. Most people are using stampede or stealth trannies.

Now... GO READ

BENDER · 06-22-2006, 11:19 AM

Scale rigs do use TLT axles and are 1/10th scale. The TLT kit is 1/18th scale stock, but we stretch them to fit 1/10th scale bodies. You'll want to ditch the stock tranny, because the stock belt will slip when in a bind. Almost all use 2.2 wheels and tires, 2.2 is the size of the wheels. You can either make your own suspension links, or try to find turnbuckles that are the right length.

Welby · 06-22-2006, 11:25 AM

Thanks for the info guys... Snooping around, I found this link, which helps inform the RC challenged like myself

http://rc.off-road.com/rc/article/ar....jsp?id=323398

Rockpiledriver · 06-22-2006, 11:32 AM

Great article, but the author is a Nazi.

For links, especially the uppers most people use 6/32 allthread, traxxas rod ends, and then sleeve with either alum or carbon fiber.

I think the CF sleeved links have a more scale appearance.

Unimoger · 06-22-2006, 11:44 AM

I make a great scale chassis for beginner, very easy to build. I also sell a kit with the chassis, tlt kit and stampede tranny.

Send me a PM and I would be happy to help you.

06-22-2006, 10:50 AM	#1
Welby Newbie Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Greensburg Posts: 37	Stupid newbie scale truck questions... After seeing an RC thread in the Pirate4x4 chit-chat forum, I've been bitten by the RC bug, and really want to build an authentic scale rig (most likely a Jeep Wrangler since I sold my built up 1:1 ride a few years ago). Had a few questions; after searching the scale forum, I've come to the conclusion that most guys are using TLT axles with aftermarket chassis. Scale rigs are 1:10 scale, correct? But the TLT's are 1:18 scale. I assume it doesn't matter, but was wondering, what size tires are people using and what wheels? To start, should I just buy a new TLT-1 Max Climber and go from there? Can I use the stock tranny and other stock junk? Where are people getting suspension links from? Holy crap, am I dumb concerning this stuff. Last edited by Welby; 06-22-2006 at 10:54 AM.

06-22-2006, 11:17 AM	#2
Rockpiledriver I wanna be Dave Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: SoCal Posts: 5,027	Search newb Seriously check out the scale rigs forum yes the max climber kit is good to start with becasue you get a bunch of extra stuff you will need for the build like screws stand-offs and so on. The TLT tranny is weak and the belt will slip. Most people are using stampede or stealth trannies. Now... GO READ

06-22-2006, 11:19 AM	#3
BENDER 2006 2.2 National Champ Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Big Bear Lake Posts: 8,328	Scale rigs do use TLT axles and are 1/10th scale. The TLT kit is 1/18th scale stock, but we stretch them to fit 1/10th scale bodies. You'll want to ditch the stock tranny, because the stock belt will slip when in a bind. Almost all use 2.2 wheels and tires, 2.2 is the size of the wheels. You can either make your own suspension links, or try to find turnbuckles that are the right length.

06-22-2006, 11:25 AM	#4
Welby Newbie Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Greensburg Posts: 37	Thanks for the info guys... Snooping around, I found this link, which helps inform the RC challenged like myself http://rc.off-road.com/rc/article/ar....jsp?id=323398

06-22-2006, 11:32 AM	#5
Rockpiledriver I wanna be Dave Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: SoCal Posts: 5,027	Great article, but the author is a Nazi. For links, especially the uppers most people use 6/32 allthread, traxxas rod ends, and then sleeve with either alum or carbon fiber. I think the CF sleeved links have a more scale appearance.

06-22-2006, 11:44 AM	#6
Unimoger I wanna be Dave Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: G6'N Posts: 7,391	I make a great scale chassis for beginner, very easy to build. I also sell a kit with the chassis, tlt kit and stampede tranny. Send me a PM and I would be happy to help you.

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