Zach's new RC4WD Trailfinder 2

[Just Zach]

It's time to post up about my new Trail Finder 2 from RC4WD. First off I can say that I am extremely impressed. It's a very well done Class 1 kit right out of the box. Please feel free to ask any questions about it. They should be out in the middle of February so you can get yours on order here Trail Finder 2 Truck Kit w/Mojave Body Set

Onto the build.

Opened up the shipping box and got this cool box



Everything is very well packaged. The axles, 2 speed tranny, transfer case, and shocks are all pre-assembled for you.





I'm hoping to have it running by tonight so I'll be posting pics through the day.

[Maddog Madigan]

You too got one?

[Dready]

Ther Taking over already

[PinchFlat]

Well damn!.... Something else to buy. That will be a PREFECT rig for C1. More Pics! More Pics!


Please sir, I want some more.

[Just Zach]

Originally Posted by PinchFlat

Well damn!.... Something else to buy. That will be a PREFECT rig for C1. More Pics! More Pics!


Please sir, I want some more.

Lol! Pinch, you just named this Oliver.

[hotwheels000]

hmm, definetly sparks interest,looks like a winner to me.

[kaetwo]

LOL!!!!!

What a cool rig. I think RC4WD has hit a home run with this rig.

I've got my name on the waiting list and can't wait to get one.

Now more pics!!!!

[Just Zach]

As I was pulling out the parts I couldn't help snap a picture of the 2 speed tranny. So cool!



More packaging. All the hardware is packaged in separate labeled bags for each type of hardware. It's super nice to have while building.

[Just Zach]

Originally Posted by hotwheels000

hmm, definetly sparks interest,looks like a winner to me.

I think so too. Maybe it will help push Class 1 in a more scale direction.

Originally Posted by kaetwo

LOL!!!!!

What a cool rig. I think RC4WD has hit a home run with this rig.

I've got my name on the waiting list and can't wait to get one.

Now more pics!!!!

More coming soon.

[Just Zach]

Of course I had to open up the transfer case and the tranny to take a peek inside.

[Just Zach]

Btw, everything inside the tranny and transfer case was greased and torqued properly. A huge plus in my opinion.

[kaetwo]

Very cool!!!

So what are your overall thoughts on the axles and 2-speed tranny? I know that Chino had to make sure that the axles where shimmed properly in order to keep them in good working order. Does the 2-speed seem to shift smoothly?

[Just Zach]

Originally Posted by kaetwo

Very cool!!!

So what are your overall thoughts on the axles and 2-speed tranny? I know that Chino had to make sure that the axles where shimmed properly in order to keep them in good working order. Does the 2-speed seem to shift smoothly?

The two speed shifts very smoothly. Axles seem shimmed correctly too. I'm going to shim the front a little tighter but I'm afraid it will be too tight at that point. I'll guess we'll see soon.

[jason]

Can't wait to get one, runs off to check tracking number...



Sweet, it'll be here monday!

[kaetwo]

Originally Posted by Just Zach

The two speed shifts very smoothly. Axles seem shimmed correctly too. I'm going to shim the front a little tighter but I'm afraid it will be too tight at that point. I'll guess we'll see soon.

Sounds like they really put some effort into this rig. Even the packaging looks top notch.

Is the body made from styrene?

[Just Zach]

Originally Posted by jason

Can't wait to get one, runs off to check tracking number...



Sweet, it'll be here monday!

I think you'll be pretty impressed.

Originally Posted by kaetwo

Sounds like they really put some effort into this rig. Even the packaging looks top notch.

Is the body made from styrene?

I can't really tell for sure. If seems a little more plastic to me but very durable and the drop bed is sweet! I'm going to try bonding some of the scraps together but I leant my Pro-Weld out so I'll need to get it back first.

[Just Zach]

I cracked open an axle. Grease and shimmed right out of the box. It looks like RC4WD has listened.

[kaetwo]

What color did the body come in? Is it tan like on the box art?

[kaetwo]

Originally Posted by Just Zach

I cracked open an axle. Grease and shimmed right out of the box. It looks like RC4WD has listened.

WOW

[Die-Laughing]

Nice!