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Old 02-06-2021, 08:12 AM   #1
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Default Winches and functional scale points.

Couple questions:

Do servos winches get scale points?
If so why?

Do functional items actually have to be functional or useable (no touch like a winch) while you are competing? Or can I just glue them down so they look functional?

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Old 02-08-2021, 09:35 AM   #2
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One could easily make the argument that a servo winch is visually no different than a hidden winch on a 1:1 so if I was on the judging team it would be a yes from me.

Stuff like this is typically discretionary though and each club might have their own policy.
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Old 02-08-2021, 06:06 PM   #3
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One could easily make the argument that a servo winch is visually no different than a hidden winch on a 1:1 so if I was on the judging team it would be a yes from me.

Stuff like this is typically discretionary though and each club might have their own policy.
I just don't agree ( I know it isn't my call) that a hidden servo winch deserves scale points like a scale looking winch. I have seen many winches tucked under or hidden in the vehicle on recovery vehicles and while in the Army and the don't look like a servo.

I don't think servo winches should be scored different when used but they don't deserve scale points.

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.02...if they are hidden why would it matter how real they look?

I’d think the fact that there is a working winch cable plumbed through the fairlead versus a kinetic one slung over the cab would be real enough, hidden winches are fairly common in the real world nowadays.

But I’m not a judge at your next meet lol.


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Old 02-09-2021, 09:11 AM   #5
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.02...if they are hidden why would it matter how real they look?

I’d think the fact that there is a working winch cable plumbed through the fairlead versus a kinetic one slung over the cab would be real enough, hidden winches are fairly common in the real world nowadays.

But I’m not a judge at your next meet lol.


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A kinetic winch does not get scale point. It could be threaded through a fail lead, it can be hidden like a servo winch (DSM off road kinetic winch). If you do that would the kinetic bungie winch get scale points? Why should a hidden servo winch that resembles nothing that is scale, get scale points?

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A kinetic winch does not get scale point. It could be threaded through a fail lead, it can be hidden like a servo winch (DSM off road kinetic winch). If you do that would the kinetic bungie winch get scale points? Why should a hidden servo winch that resembles nothing that is scale, get scale points?

I don't know man. You asked if they do. That's my opinion. A functional hidden winch is, in my opinion, a scale feature. It is operated in the same fashion as a 1:1 winch and is the same in exterior appearance. If you club doesn't agree, then you won't get points for it.


No, I don't think a winch line tied to the frame and hung from a tow hook is the same thing.
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Old 02-09-2021, 11:07 AM   #7
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I agree, if there is a working winch, it should get functional scale points, hidden or not. Hidden winches are very popular nowadays.




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I don't know man. You asked if they do. That's my opinion. A functional hidden winch is, in my opinion, a scale feature. It is operated in the same fashion as a 1:1 winch and is the same in exterior appearance. If you club doesn't agree, then you won't get points for it.


No, I don't think a winch line tied to the frame and hung from a tow hook is the same thing.
They all serve the same purpose (some better than others) but they are all different in appearance / scaleness.
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I agree, if there is a working winch, it should get functional scale points, hidden or not. Hidden winches are very popular nowadays.

Popular in the RC world, but none like that on a 1:1. There is no example of a winch like a servo esp on what would be a class1.




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Popular in the RC world, but none like that on a 1:1. There is no example of a winch like a servo esp on what would be a class1.

Would it be OK to mount a servo winch on the bumper so it was visible?
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Popular in the RC world, but none like that on a 1:1. There is no example of a winch like a servo esp on what would be a class1.

Would it be OK to mount a servo winch on the bumper so it was visible?

There are tons of hidden winches available for 1:1 rigs. I mean if you are going to worry about what can't be seen looking real on one of these trucks that is a rabbit hole...except maybe Tesla there really aren't any electric powered 4x4s running around.


I get where you are going with this, but I think the point you are trying to make is "does your club count a servo winch when adding up scale points" correct? If so that would be the discretion of the club/judges. I don't think anyone is trying to say a servo looks like any real winch or anything.
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Popular in the RC world, but none like that on a 1:1. There is no example of a winch like a servo esp on what would be a class1.

Would it be OK to mount a servo winch on the bumper so it was visible?
What do you mean, "none like that on a 1:1"?

there's loads hidden winches on 1:1s

https://postimg.cc/ct1Lw682
https://postimg.cc/G9pRFW5W
https://postimg.cc/NKRvGBKH

That's the darndest thang I ever did see!

To our knowledge, there could be a massive servo behind that Tacoma's grille, and we wouldn't even know it

You see where Im going with this?
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Old 02-09-2021, 02:32 PM   #12
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This thread is confusing me a little, I thought from the beginning he wanted to know if we thought a servo winch was considered scale from a points perspective, not from a 'would you see one under a real Jeep' perspective (of course not?) I mean as far as function/what you can see we're debating semantics at this point. I say show up at the next meet and see what happens, worse case scenario you don't get the points, not the end of the world.
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Old 02-09-2021, 03:30 PM   #13
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What do you mean, "none like that on a 1:1"?

there's loads hidden winches on 1:1s

https://postimg.cc/ct1Lw682
https://postimg.cc/G9pRFW5W
https://postimg.cc/NKRvGBKH

That's the darndest thang I ever did see!

To our knowledge, there could be a massive servo behind that Tacoma's grille, and we wouldn't even know it

You see where Im going with this?
They don't look like a servo. They function, a bungie functions but neither are scale.

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This thread is confusing me a little, I thought from the beginning he wanted to know if we thought a servo winch was considered scale from a points perspective, not from a 'would you see one under a real Jeep' perspective (of course not?) I mean as far as function/what you can see we're debating semantics at this point. I say show up at the next meet and see what happens, worse case scenario you don't get the points, not the end of the world.
no servo winches under a Jeep.

why do you get points for leaf springs vs coil springs?

why do you get points for a hardbody but not a Lexan body?

Scale:
https://www.definitions.net/definition/scale+model

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no servo winches under a Jeep.

why do you get points for leaf springs vs coil springs?

why do you get points for a hardbody but not a Lexan body?

Scale:
https://www.definitions.net/definition/scale+model

Dude I give up. Kind of familiar with the definition of scale. You started this thread asking if a servo winch was allowed, got a few opinions about why they possibly could be, and you’ve come up with some plausible reasons why they shouldn’t be. Not sure if you just want us to all be in agreement or what. You make good points. The best thing to do would probably be to ask the guys running your club or judging the next comp in your area if you’d get points for it. If you think you might not or are just fundamentally opposed to the concept then mount a functional scale winch on the front of your rig and roll out


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You started this thread asking if a servo winch was allowed,

no I didn't.

just about winches and scale points and functional items.
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no I didn't.

just about winches and scale points and functional items.

No offense bud but you are kind of difficult to debate with haha.

When I say “allowed” I mean “worth points”.

I’m going to back slowly away from this one. Carry on.


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They don't look like a servo. They function, a bungie functions but neither are scale.

if you are keeping it scale, then a servo which is still scale. Yes, it is a servo, but it’s hidden and still does the exact same thing as a winch, correct? In my books, Servo winch=hidden winch.

Umm, Your not gonna use a bungee cord to pull a 1:1 out of the mud.

On a 1:1 they aren’t pulling 4 body clips off to look under your truck body. In 1:1, they aren’t giving scale points. In 1:1, they aren’t busting out calipers/rulers to measure your tire size. Do you see where I’m going with this?

Anyways, do what you want, but This seems to be “one of those” kinds of threads. I’m not sticking around much longer.




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if you are keeping it scale, then a servo which is still scale. Yes, it is a servo, but it’s hidden and still does the exact same thing as a winch, correct? In my books, Servo winch=hidden winch.

Umm, Your not gonna use a bungee cord to pull a 1:1 out of the mud.

On a 1:1 they aren’t pulling 4 body clips off to look under your truck body. In 1:1, they aren’t giving scale points. In 1:1, they aren’t busting out calipers/rulers to measure your tire size. Do you see where I’m going with this?

Anyways, do what you want, but This seems to be “one of those” kinds of threads. I’m not sticking around much longer.




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The bungie is functional but not scale. My understanding it is now assisted recovery as opposed to self recovery possibly and I am good with that. The servo winch is also functional but not scale and considered self recovery and I think that is fine. i just don't think it resembles anything or is scale. It is its own thing.

I never really did class 1 until recently. Where I comp Class1 is the only class that follows SORCCA. As I start to build a scale vehicle I just find somethings odd. Another one is functional scale point items that you could not use while competing. I see sand ladders screwed down and toe ropes glued down, how can they be considered functional?
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I get this thread now. It’s more of a rant as opposed to a poll. I approached it from the wrong angle

Scale accessories are primarily for appearance. You don’t see guys filling up these rigs with those little jerry cans. The traction boards are useless because these rigs don’t need them, too capable and light. You won’t see a guy pull out the tiny little axe and clear a trail with it...I could keep going but you get the point. The definition you shared covers these items comprehensively I think.

Class 1 requires bumpers, what would be their function besides appearance.? For scale looks.

You kind of answer your own question...anyways back to my coffee


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