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lunchbox · 08-21-2007, 10:44 PM

I like it. Alot. But, yeah, the front doen't quite look... finished, I guess. Maybe try a front like on your 1:18 tuber?

RPP Hobby · 08-21-2007, 11:08 PM

Thanks for the pics Danny

We both agreed and extending it some out front. We are trying to incorperate as much adjustability as we can.

How do you all feel on having an all aluminum belly pan that can drop off the tuber upper to be able to access the tranny.

With the new axial scorpion being out we are looking at offering these for the Pede, R2 and the Scorpion

I really like the idea of an all tuber with a tranny skid plate that is the same size and we just have them drilled for each type of tranny. Like this with an R2

Grizzly4x4 · 08-22-2007, 12:56 AM

The belly pan is a great plan. Easy access to the tranny and motor would be a great feature.

The chassis pictured looks really good . Like you stated, the front needs a little work though. I think that's a great start.

The Karnivore is a great looking rig too. It wouldn't necessarily need to use the Hummer front clip though. Just so long as the rest of the chassis had a similar look you could do something else with the front end.

Also, I'd suggest taking some cues from hot rods. I like this pink buggy how it has a chopped hot rod look to the windshield area.

cassa21 · 08-22-2007, 05:13 AM

I love the look. Will there be an option for a blank trans plate or an option for the stealth b4/t4 trans?

eric113 · 08-22-2007, 06:43 AM

I like the idea of the belly pan, But Not in alum. IMO It too soft and gouges very easy. It be little more But I would use stainless steel, It takes alot to gouge stainless.

Thorsteenster · 08-22-2007, 06:52 AM

A 1.9 sized tuber would be cool. Other than that I'd just like to see a scale looking tuber, somthing based off a recognizable 1:1.

xigtc · 08-22-2007, 07:05 AM

I want a one but can't drop $100+ on a tuber. I don't have the time I'd like to build one myself, since its my last year in high school.

Toph · 08-22-2007, 07:11 AM

What about more 1/6 scale chassis. With tranny mounts for the E-Maxx tranny. I think That would be really cool. For bodies like the New Bright H2 Hummer. Or the same type of look in a chassis in 1.9 sized, 1/10 sized and 1/6 sized. Just my opinion.

Krystopher

Erin · 08-22-2007, 07:13 AM

I know there were some threads regarding a tube chassis meeting height specs when using a belly pan, and some made mention that only the tube would be measured, and not include the pan if the tubing did not extend all the way into it. Is this still the case?

dhoffroad · 08-22-2007, 08:07 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Erin

I know there were some threads regarding a tube chassis meeting height specs when using a belly pan, and some made mention that only the tube would be measured, and not include the pan if the tubing did not extend all the way into it. Is this still the case?

I honestly don't know I looked at the rules that are posted here and all it said were overall dimensions did'nt say anything about the belly pan not counting. guess I'm going to have to do some searching....

Grizzly4x4 · 08-22-2007, 08:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dhoffroad

I honestly don't know I looked at the rules that are posted here and all it said were overall dimensions did'nt say anything about the belly pan not counting. guess I'm going to have to do some searching....

The only part of the tube chassis that can be considered is the actual tube. A flat sheet pan on the bottom that extends up the sides would not be considered part of the chassis when measuring it. At least that is how it appears to be if you read into the letter of the rules.

Here's a good discussion on it: Tuber rules
We didn't get an official word on it though.

Offroader5 · 08-22-2007, 09:22 AM

Looks good, gives me the impression of a moon buggy type though, which to me means it's more suited to shorter WB's. Maybe if you made 2 different versions...2.2 scale and also a larger super version. Not sure of any of the comp rules your trying to stay within though...I have never even read them.

I wouldn't use aluminum for the skid. I feel even 7075 would be too soft and easily gouged. I'd use acetal and countersink all the mounting holes.

What length shocks are on that rig in the pics?

RPP Hobby · 08-22-2007, 02:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Grizzly4x4

The belly pan is a great plan. Easy access to the tranny and motor would be a great feature.

The chassis pictured looks really good . Like you stated, the front needs a little work though. I think that's a great start.

The Karnivore is a great looking rig too. It wouldn't necessarily need to use the Hummer front clip though. Just so long as the rest of the chassis had a similar look you could do something else with the front end.

Also, I'd suggest taking some cues from hot rods. I like this pink buggy how it has a chopped hot rod look to the windshield area.

I like the looks of this one too. Keep the info coming guys, Thanks alot

phishead1101 · 08-22-2007, 03:34 PM

IMO I tend to drool over the simple curvy rigs. Such as Kamikaze Customs

or Gimbal type tube chassis. I like the tranny plate idea.

mrpink · 08-23-2007, 08:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Grizzly4x4

We didn't get an official word on it though.

The official word was, there is no official word.

In my shop, they are legal.

dhoffroad · 08-23-2007, 08:17 AM

just to be safe I'll make sure that there is some tube below to keep it in the legal range of the rules.

offroader5 they are just regular ole Tmaxx shocks

clodstall · 08-23-2007, 09:51 AM

looks great. like the look also.

STANG KILLA SS · 08-23-2007, 10:08 AM

ill take one of these!

Project: Fusion-X

Jeeper Creeper · 08-23-2007, 10:11 AM

I made an aluminum skid once. It was like a rock magnet and would gouge and stick to pointy rocks like you wouldn't believe. I would like to see a delrin skid with the holes for the popular transmissions. It needs to be thick enough that we can countersink the holes we use.

Jeeper Creeper · 08-23-2007, 10:15 AM

If you make a Rubi tuber for sale count me in for a couple!

08-22-2007, 12:56 AM	#23
Grizzly4x4 PapaGriz Yo Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: In the garage building the wife a crawler Posts: 13,137	The belly pan is a great plan. Easy access to the tranny and motor would be a great feature. The chassis pictured looks really good . Like you stated, the front needs a little work though. I think that's a great start. The Karnivore is a great looking rig too. It wouldn't necessarily need to use the Hummer front clip though. Just so long as the rest of the chassis had a similar look you could do something else with the front end. Also, I'd suggest taking some cues from hot rods. I like this pink buggy how it has a chopped hot rod look to the windshield area. Attached Images

08-22-2007, 07:11 AM	#28
Toph Rock Crawler Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Sinking Spring Posts: 572	What about more 1/6 scale chassis. With tranny mounts for the E-Maxx tranny. I think That would be really cool. For bodies like the New Bright H2 Hummer. Or the same type of look in a chassis in 1.9 sized, 1/10 sized and 1/6 sized. Just my opinion. Krystopher Last edited by Toph; 08-22-2007 at 07:14 AM.

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08-21-2007, 10:44 PM	#21
lunchbox Quarry Creeper Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Fresno Posts: 472	I like it. Alot. But, yeah, the front doen't quite look... finished, I guess. Maybe try a front like on your 1:18 tuber?

08-21-2007, 11:08 PM	#22
RPP Hobby I wanna be Dave Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Ukiah Posts: 5,357	Thanks for the pics Danny We both agreed and extending it some out front. We are trying to incorperate as much adjustability as we can. How do you all feel on having an all aluminum belly pan that can drop off the tuber upper to be able to access the tranny. With the new axial scorpion being out we are looking at offering these for the Pede, R2 and the Scorpion I really like the idea of an all tuber with a tranny skid plate that is the same size and we just have them drilled for each type of tranny. Like this with an R2

08-22-2007, 05:13 AM	#24
cassa21 Pebble Pounder Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: West Michigan Posts: 135	I love the look. Will there be an option for a blank trans plate or an option for the stealth b4/t4 trans?

08-22-2007, 06:43 AM	#25
eric113 Moderator Rule Breaker Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Austin, Tx Posts: 5,970	I like the idea of the belly pan, But Not in alum. IMO It too soft and gouges very easy. It be little more But I would use stainless steel, It takes alot to gouge stainless.

08-22-2007, 06:52 AM	#26
Thorsteenster I wanna be Dave Join Date: May 2006 Location: Arlington, VA Posts: 3,350	A 1.9 sized tuber would be cool. Other than that I'd just like to see a scale looking tuber, somthing based off a recognizable 1:1.

08-22-2007, 07:05 AM	#27
xigtc Quarry Creeper Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Bowling Green KY Posts: 448	I want a one but can't drop $100+ on a tuber. I don't have the time I'd like to build one myself, since its my last year in high school.

08-22-2007, 07:13 AM	#29
Erin I wanna be Dave Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Goin broke losing weight..... Posts: 2,262	I know there were some threads regarding a tube chassis meeting height specs when using a belly pan, and some made mention that only the tube would be measured, and not include the pan if the tubing did not extend all the way into it. Is this still the case?

08-22-2007, 09:22 AM	#32
Offroader5 Picky Fab'r/Acetal Junky Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Arizona Desert/AJ Posts: 3,073	Looks good, gives me the impression of a moon buggy type though, which to me means it's more suited to shorter WB's. Maybe if you made 2 different versions...2.2 scale and also a larger super version. Not sure of any of the comp rules your trying to stay within though...I have never even read them. I wouldn't use aluminum for the skid. I feel even 7075 would be too soft and easily gouged. I'd use acetal and countersink all the mounting holes. What length shocks are on that rig in the pics?

08-22-2007, 03:34 PM	#34
phishead1101 Rock Crawler Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Knoxville Posts: 611	IMO I tend to drool over the simple curvy rigs. Such as Kamikaze Customs or Gimbal type tube chassis. I like the tranny plate idea.

08-23-2007, 08:17 AM	#36
dhoffroad Quarry Creeper Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Ukiah, CA. (nor cal) Posts: 275	just to be safe I'll make sure that there is some tube below to keep it in the legal range of the rules. offroader5 they are just regular ole Tmaxx shocks

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08-23-2007, 09:51 AM	#37
clodstall I lost my vendor privileges Join Date: May 2006 Location: TOP OF THE HILL Posts: 3,014	looks great. like the look also.

08-23-2007, 10:08 AM	#38
STANG KILLA SS ~THE SCALE SHOP~ Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: KILLEEN TX Posts: 10,056	ill take one of these! Project: Fusion-X

08-23-2007, 10:11 AM	#39
Jeeper Creeper Quarry Creeper Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Folsom Posts: 209	I made an aluminum skid once. It was like a rock magnet and would gouge and stick to pointy rocks like you wouldn't believe. I would like to see a delrin skid with the holes for the popular transmissions. It needs to be thick enough that we can countersink the holes we use.

08-23-2007, 10:15 AM	#40
Jeeper Creeper Quarry Creeper Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Folsom Posts: 209	If you make a Rubi tuber for sale count me in for a couple!

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