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Old 06-20-2009, 04:46 PM   #1
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Default LR Defender at Flat Rock, Ca

I finally got to run this rig in a scaler comp in Santa Rosa, Ca. The location is named "Flat Rock" Check out the rig.

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CR-01 Chassis
Brushless Novak
Goat SC
Losi shocks Droop w/ internal & External Springs
Hammer Tires 2.2 w/ mem foam
Modified HPI Defender 90 Body
4W Steering
DX3R Radio
333oz servo fronts
Standard HT servo rears
1.5 lbs weight each front tires
.5 lbs weight each rear tires

Suprisingely I came in 2nd in the 2.2 class.




























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Old 06-21-2009, 01:22 PM   #2
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Looks like a really fun spot! Your rig looks great too.... which body is that?
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Old 06-22-2009, 10:17 AM   #3
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Thanks Bro-

The body is a Modified HPI Defender 90 Body w/ a handmade replica of metal roll cage from the 1:1 scale.

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Old 06-22-2009, 12:03 PM   #4
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Looks like it was a fun comp. How did your rig compare?
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Old 06-22-2009, 12:33 PM   #5
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Surprisingly I got 2nd place. The rig was initially set up for a regular 2.2 comp, but Tamiya CR-01 chassis is inherently top heavy, due to the battery location. But, it does pretty well in scale 2.2 comps, with the Right set-up.
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Old 06-22-2009, 02:51 PM   #6
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That location looks sick! Nice job at the comp!
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Old 06-24-2009, 12:33 PM   #7
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Way to represent

Yeah - I moved my battery onto my front axle and it helped to lower my COG - much less tippy.
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Old 06-24-2009, 04:48 PM   #8
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I actually like running "Scaler" 2.2 CR-01 more than my comp Axial Rig. I just like the look of the tamiya during a comp.

The current 6 cell battery in the stock location adds about 1lb sitting on top. But if I go to a 2 cell lipo, the wieght would only be less than a 1/4 of a 1lb. Big difference with battery type. Anyway good Idea with placing the battery on the axle, but for me in this rig I want to keep the battery hidden.

Freshmeat - what is the step on your rig?
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Old 06-25-2009, 02:54 PM   #9
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I mounted a 2-cell lipo on my front axle using a Junfac battery plate.




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Old 06-26-2009, 09:30 PM   #10
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Nice set-up with your rig. I'll move my battery on the next comp. BTW - I notice you have the skid plate in front of your rig. Check out my steering set-up, you'll notice I moved my steering arms on top the hub carriers. You get more approach angle clearance.

Nice rig!! I need to order another FJ40 body....:-(
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Old 06-26-2009, 09:36 PM   #11
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Check out my original body before the defender 90..

THEN:




NOW:



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Old 06-27-2009, 07:19 AM   #12
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Hello,
that your frame is absolutely perfect. It is a manufactured home?
I want to build something similar, but I do not know what to use for the material.
What did you change? It is up to the car something of the original CR-01? Got to the frame and, where appropriate, a plan to send me email?
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Old 06-27-2009, 12:22 PM   #13
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Hello,
that your frame is absolutely perfect. It is a manufactured home?
I want to build something similar, but I do not know what to use for the material.
What did you change? It is up to the car something of the original CR-01? Got to the frame and, where appropriate, a plan to send me email?
Thank you ...
And respect



Hey Carlos-

Thanks man-, Yes the frame was home made with brass tubing. the frame was similar to 1:1 scale (find pictures in google) the Frame is my competition Axial chassis. The yellow defender 90 is the real CR-01 and this tamiya FJ40 body and tuber is on a comp rig (axial).
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Old 07-15-2009, 03:33 PM   #14
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Sick Defender 90. That thing is bad! I was born and lived some of my childhood in Santa Rosa.
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Old 07-15-2009, 10:20 PM   #15
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that's a really nice looking truck. did you have to change the wheelbase at all?
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Old 07-16-2009, 03:47 AM   #16
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Hey Carlos-

Thanks man-, Yes the frame was home made with brass tubing. the frame was similar to 1:1 scale (find pictures in google) the Frame is my competition Axial chassis. The yellow defender 90 is the real CR-01 and this tamiya FJ40 body and tuber is on a comp rig (axial).
Very nice Rover. Could I know what you got for tires? I have a standard Tamiya, but they are not very good. Recommended by me any good please?
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Old 07-16-2009, 04:57 PM   #17
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I am using the orginal wheel base on the CR-01 chassis. The FJ 40 tuber is sitting on Axial chassis, which is wider than the Tamiya.

Tire to use in my opinion are Losi Rock Claws or the Proline Hammers. There are newer tire out ther now the might be better, but I like the standard 2.2 tires.


Here is my set-up
Proline Hammers with Memory Foam in each rim.
1.5 lbs total weight each front tires
.5 lbs total weight each rear tires

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Old 09-09-2009, 03:47 PM   #18
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Default Video D90 with a Scout Scaler

See Video of Defender in Action...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uI9GN...eature=related
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Old 09-09-2009, 05:33 PM   #19
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Looks like a cool spot for some trail riding. Both rigs look great doing some 4wheeling.
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