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WRMorrison · 03-12-2005, 07:51 PM

Well, here's a few teaser shots. Once again, the "crappy cam" was employed for pic duty, but once it's actually complete, I'll borrow a good cam for some action shots.

Here it is before I stick the velcro on the plates to hold the electronics and such. The wheels are only temp. (that's why they're not dyed yet), I will be using diff. wheels with more backspacing with the All-T's pictured. Also, I'm whipping up some 'lock rings for the new wheels. Still have to paint a body for it, I'm not really looking forward to that... :? .

Some of the specs so far:

WB: roughly 12"
Track width (outside to outside): 12.5"
Wheels: loaners (will be using HPI wheels for stampede)
Tires: Imex All-T's
Chassis: modified TCS Extreme for 2.2
Weight: 5lbs. 14oz. RTR (with batt. & body)
Motors: 55T Lathes
Axles: Clod w/stock pinions
Elec.: stock Traxxas servos from my emaxx (F&R), mod. TQ3 from thecrawlerstore, EVX esc., 8 Cell Kahn brick pack (2/3A - 1050mAh)

*NOTE* The TCS Extreme will eventually be offered in 2.2 sizing, but this is a one-off example of what they will somewhat look like. All of the plates/shock uprights/etc. have been "speed-holed" to further reduce weight.

Tell me what 'cha think!

BENDER · 03-12-2005, 08:01 PM

Nice work, that looks sweet! The machined mounting plates are a nice touch. Have you decided on a body yet?

WRMorrison · 03-12-2005, 08:05 PM

Thanks for the reply bender, I'm thinking of using the CJ8 I've got here. I just bought a military humvee body from proline for my maxx hybrid, but it looks pretty sweet atop this thing, so, who knows...

We'll see!

crunk crawlin · 03-12-2005, 08:20 PM

cool " stick " does it only run 2 shocks ?

Sparky J · 03-12-2005, 08:31 PM

WR, where could I get just the bushing ends, and do you know what size bolt passes through them???

kevinlongisland · 03-12-2005, 09:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by crunk crawlin

cool " stick " does it only run 2 shocks ?

yes, the stick only runs one shock per axle.

WRMorrison · 03-12-2005, 09:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sparky J

WR, where could I get just the bushing ends, and do you know what size bolt passes through them???

Sorry Sparky, I wouldn't feel right about handing out that info because this is Kevin's (The Crawler Store) design.

Thanks for the interest though!

WRMorrison · 03-13-2005, 12:25 AM

Well, I just got everything soldered together (not pretty, but heat-shrink covers my lack of experience well

), so tomorrow will be its maiden voyage. I'm also gonna try to "hurry up" and paint a body tomorrow.

Also forgot to mention, kudos to RokToy for letting me borrow some spare clod parts that I was missing so that I could get this thing together. Otherwise, I'd probably be waiting until mid-March for tower to get the items I needed in stock.

rocpede · 03-13-2005, 10:58 AM

that clod looks sweet man

EeePee · 03-13-2005, 11:16 AM

The Sticks are going to take over the world!

Which battery pack are you going to use?

WRMorrison · 03-13-2005, 04:04 PM

Thanks Rocpede. EeePee, I'm gonna check with cheapbatterypacks.com and see what they offer in 2/3A and get some 8 cell brick packs with a decent mAh. Today, Kev, RokToy, myself and newcomer went out for a fun crawl. I used one of Kevin's 8 cell Kahn brick packs, and it works well, but I'm looking for a bit more run time. We had a blast though. I'll post pics up in a min. when they're emailed to me.

boner · 03-13-2005, 04:36 PM

thats a great looking truck I can't wait to see what new creation Kevin comes up with next

kevinlongisland · 03-13-2005, 05:01 PM

talk about screen names ^^^^^^^

WRMorrison · 03-13-2005, 05:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kevinlongisland

talk about screen names ^^^^^^^

Here's some better pics for 'ya. These were shot during our (Kev, RokToy, myself and a newcomer) get-together today. The body is a loaner from Kevin until I get one painted. Hopefully, mine will turn out at least half as nice! Enjoy!

EeePee · 03-14-2005, 04:22 PM

Great looking truck!

Quote:

Originally Posted by WRMorrison

...with cheapbatterypacks.com and see what they offer in 2/3A and get some 8 cell brick packs with a decent mAh.

I think they're 4/5AAs, as the 2/3AA can't put out the amperage bursts.
And I've been eyeballing something with a little longer life also. I just don't know if they'll fit on the tray.

GP 4/5SC 2200. Hot new cell. 40 amp cell.

I've read the two Lathes can pull 30 amps, so I try to keep that in mind.

CBP 2000 4/5SC Low cost alternative to CP1700SCR. Good 20-30amps cell. Can handle bursts to 35-40 amps.

Or the battery Kevin recommends...
So many choices!! http://www.unipros.com/cbpsite/custo...sion_id=275563

kevinlongisland · 03-14-2005, 05:40 PM

one of the packs rich was running was a 2/3A Cells kan 1050. these packs worked for a while but then showed some issues. i need to test them more. if they do hold up to the current draws they will be a good choice for comps because they are light.

i've been eyeballing allot of different cells also. i know there are some good ones out there that will work in addition to the zagi pack. i think the 4/5A cells are a good size for the current levels. been looking at these:

GP 2000A
Sanyo HR1950FAUP
Sanyo HR1700AUP

would also like to find some lighter cells though. the weight savings when using the lipolys was noticeable, and i'd like to figure out how to make them work.

boner · 03-14-2005, 05:47 PM

So you like my screen name

firstumustcrawl · 03-14-2005, 05:53 PM

I was wondering to gain even MORE clearance under the sticks could you bend the middles up a lil bit considering nothign is mounted there it should really affect CG?

boner · 03-14-2005, 05:56 PM

Is there any idea when the Crawlerstore will start to sell the the 2.2 stick

EeePee · 03-14-2005, 05:58 PM

Well, it's a hollow aluminum tube, so bending it isn't an option.

But there's definately a way to do it...like extruding a tube in the curved shape.

03-12-2005, 07:51 PM	#1
WRMorrison Rock Crawler Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Land of the Free, because of the Brave Posts: 891	My 2.2 "Stick"...Pics! Well, here's a few teaser shots. Once again, the "crappy cam" was employed for pic duty, but once it's actually complete, I'll borrow a good cam for some action shots. Here it is before I stick the velcro on the plates to hold the electronics and such. The wheels are only temp. (that's why they're not dyed yet), I will be using diff. wheels with more backspacing with the All-T's pictured. Also, I'm whipping up some 'lock rings for the new wheels. Still have to paint a body for it, I'm not really looking forward to that... :? . Some of the specs so far: WB: roughly 12" Track width (outside to outside): 12.5" Wheels: loaners (will be using HPI wheels for stampede) Tires: Imex All-T's Chassis: modified TCS Extreme for 2.2 Weight: 5lbs. 14oz. RTR (with batt. & body) Motors: 55T Lathes Axles: Clod w/stock pinions Elec.: stock Traxxas servos from my emaxx (F&R), mod. TQ3 from thecrawlerstore, EVX esc., 8 Cell Kahn brick pack (2/3A - 1050mAh) NOTE The TCS Extreme will eventually be offered in 2.2 sizing, but this is a one-off example of what they will somewhat look like. All of the plates/shock uprights/etc. have been "speed-holed" to further reduce weight. Tell me what 'cha think! Attached Images Last edited by WRMorrison; 03-13-2005 at 05:41 PM.

03-12-2005, 08:01 PM	#2
BENDER 2006 2.2 National Champ Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Big Bear Lake Posts: 8,328	Nice work, that looks sweet! The machined mounting plates are a nice touch. Have you decided on a body yet?

03-12-2005, 08:05 PM	#3
WRMorrison Rock Crawler Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Land of the Free, because of the Brave Posts: 891	Thanks for the reply bender, I'm thinking of using the CJ8 I've got here. I just bought a military humvee body from proline for my maxx hybrid, but it looks pretty sweet atop this thing, so, who knows... We'll see!

03-12-2005, 08:20 PM	#4
crunk crawlin Pebble Pounder Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: in tha lab ( the shop ) Posts: 103	cool " stick " does it only run 2 shocks ?

03-12-2005, 08:31 PM	#5
Sparky J RCC Addict Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: DODGING ROCK CHUCKERS Posts: 1,137	WR, where could I get just the bushing ends, and do you know what size bolt passes through them???

03-13-2005, 12:25 AM	#8
WRMorrison Rock Crawler Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Land of the Free, because of the Brave Posts: 891	Well, I just got everything soldered together (not pretty, but heat-shrink covers my lack of experience well ), so tomorrow will be its maiden voyage. I'm also gonna try to "hurry up" and paint a body tomorrow. Also forgot to mention, kudos to RokToy for letting me borrow some spare clod parts that I was missing so that I could get this thing together. Otherwise, I'd probably be waiting until mid-March for tower to get the items I needed in stock.

03-13-2005, 10:58 AM	#9
rocpede RCC Addict Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Bruiser Heaven!!!! Posts: 1,463	that clod looks sweet man

03-13-2005, 11:16 AM	#10
EeePee MODERATOR™ Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Ohio Posts: 18,928	The Sticks are going to take over the world! Which battery pack are you going to use?

03-13-2005, 04:04 PM	#11
WRMorrison Rock Crawler Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Land of the Free, because of the Brave Posts: 891	Thanks Rocpede. EeePee, I'm gonna check with cheapbatterypacks.com and see what they offer in 2/3A and get some 8 cell brick packs with a decent mAh. Today, Kev, RokToy, myself and newcomer went out for a fun crawl. I used one of Kevin's 8 cell Kahn brick packs, and it works well, but I'm looking for a bit more run time. We had a blast though. I'll post pics up in a min. when they're emailed to me.

03-13-2005, 04:36 PM	#12
boner Rock Stacker Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Hazelwood (sT Louis) Posts: 69	thats a great looking truck I can't wait to see what new creation Kevin comes up with next

03-13-2005, 05:01 PM	#13
kevinlongisland The Wheels Keep Turning Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Phoenix, Arizona Posts: 2,831	talk about screen names ^^^^^^^

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03-14-2005, 05:40 PM	#16
kevinlongisland The Wheels Keep Turning Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Phoenix, Arizona Posts: 2,831	one of the packs rich was running was a 2/3A Cells kan 1050. these packs worked for a while but then showed some issues. i need to test them more. if they do hold up to the current draws they will be a good choice for comps because they are light. i've been eyeballing allot of different cells also. i know there are some good ones out there that will work in addition to the zagi pack. i think the 4/5A cells are a good size for the current levels. been looking at these: GP 2000A Sanyo HR1950FAUP Sanyo HR1700AUP would also like to find some lighter cells though. the weight savings when using the lipolys was noticeable, and i'd like to figure out how to make them work.

03-14-2005, 05:47 PM	#17
boner Rock Stacker Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Hazelwood (sT Louis) Posts: 69	So you like my screen name

03-14-2005, 05:53 PM	#18
firstumustcrawl Quarry Creeper Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Long Island NY. Posts: 397	I was wondering to gain even MORE clearance under the sticks could you bend the middles up a lil bit considering nothign is mounted there it should really affect CG?

03-14-2005, 05:56 PM	#19
boner Rock Stacker Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Hazelwood (sT Louis) Posts: 69	Is there any idea when the Crawlerstore will start to sell the the 2.2 stick

03-14-2005, 05:58 PM	#20
EeePee MODERATOR™ Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Ohio Posts: 18,928	Well, it's a hollow aluminum tube, so bending it isn't an option. But there's definately a way to do it...like extruding a tube in the curved shape.

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