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Mini RC Talk · 01-03-2007, 05:02 PM

Well after reading a few articles in the most recent magazines, to include the recent nationals article. I became very interested in crawling being that I am stationed in Germany and do not have any local tracks that I can race at (I am a 1/18th scale freak).

So I ordered a TLT from Hobby People for 69.99 and free shipping, as well as a Hitec 645MG (it was on sale as well). I then bid and won on a full set of Maxx shocks 30 bucks for all 8 w/ springs and adjuster clips (unassembled).

I have decided to keep it cheap at first which I realize will translate to expensive in the end. But this will let me slide it past the wife.. haha. I then found some RC10T 3 peice wheels which I will narrow using the tutorial I found here in the forums, making me a cheap $10 set of bead locks!

I plan on using my 1/18th scale batteries (Lipo's) to keep it light weight as well as my M8 radio gear.

Now I just have to decide on an ESC, suspension links and a chassis.

So if you have any ideas on these topics I would be grateful. Thanks.

mrpink · 01-03-2007, 05:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Mini RC Talk

I then bid and won on a full set of Maxx shocks 30 bucks for all 8 w/ springs and adjuster clips (unassembled).

you do know you only need four right? sell the others for around 20$

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Originally Posted by Mini RC Talk

Now I just have to decide on an ESC, suspension links and a chassis.

So if you have any ideas on these topics I would be grateful. Thanks.

ESC- if you are running brushed, go with a super rooster.
Links- depends on which chassis you get.. XRC makes some killer delrin links
Chassis- again XRC is a great chassis; SW2; TM3; VS; Bulu3 - search all these and pick out the one you like... they are all great setups.

Mini RC Talk · 01-04-2007, 01:23 AM

Actually Pink, if I know me, I'll probably be making another in a few months and the deal on shocks just put me on step closer to completion... Guess I should do some searching about the chassis.

Mini RC Talk · 01-12-2007, 03:08 AM

This is what I have ordered so far:

TLT-1 Kit
645MG Servo
TMaxx shocks
TM3 Chassis
Moab Tires
For now I am going to run narrowed RC10 3 piece wheels.
I plan on using an Associated Stealth Tranny I have from an old B2 Kit.
Quark 33A or Mamba 25 (I race 1/18th and own both already)
Esskay 400XT (950KV brushless motor)

Haven't decided between using my LiPo or NiMH yet...

The things I know I still have to buy are a body, Suspension Links, and Axle Link/servo mounts. I didn't like the link/servo mounts that normally come with the TM3 due to the super high mount point. I was hoping people could show me other options. I have seen others but do not know who they are made by. To be honest I like the ones made by reign but I think 30 bucks for 2 pieces of bent aluminum with sa 8 holes predrilled is a little excessive. So if you could post some links, photos, or ideas I would appreciate it.

Mini RC Talk · 01-12-2007, 04:25 AM

Anyone use the MSD made TLT servo mounts?

http://www.rccrawler.com/forum/showthread.php?t=40071

I like the idea of not having to grind my brand new axles.

Anyone have these and have feed back?

PaulEZK · 01-12-2007, 09:21 PM

Can't wait to see your crawler built Mini RC Talk.. I love seeing different setups of my chassis.

james399 · 01-13-2007, 01:52 AM

I like them, and they work well. the quality is good, and it mounted perfectly... also, I too like the fact I didn't have to grind anything...

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mini RC Talk

Anyone use the MSD made TLT servo mounts?

http://www.rccrawler.com/forum/showthread.php?t=40071

I like the idea of not having to grind my brand new axles.

Anyone have these and have feed back?

Mini RC Talk · 01-13-2007, 02:45 AM

Hey paulesk, how's your training going? I am actually in the Army and stationed in Germany...

Anyway, If I dont find another option I'll probably order those from the MSD shop powder coated black!

PaulEZK · 01-15-2007, 12:51 PM

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Originally Posted by Mini RC Talk

Hey paulesk, how's your training going? I am actually in the Army and stationed in Germany...

Anyway, If I dont find another option I'll probably order those from the MSD shop powder coated black!

First week of training completed, bunch more to go. The homework sucks pretty bad.. But i'm settling in the area, I might go out for a crawl next weekend.

01-03-2007, 05:02 PM	#1
Mini RC Talk Newbie Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Stationed in Germany Posts: 35	My first crawler... Well after reading a few articles in the most recent magazines, to include the recent nationals article. I became very interested in crawling being that I am stationed in Germany and do not have any local tracks that I can race at (I am a 1/18th scale freak). So I ordered a TLT from Hobby People for 69.99 and free shipping, as well as a Hitec 645MG (it was on sale as well). I then bid and won on a full set of Maxx shocks 30 bucks for all 8 w/ springs and adjuster clips (unassembled). I have decided to keep it cheap at first which I realize will translate to expensive in the end. But this will let me slide it past the wife.. haha. I then found some RC10T 3 peice wheels which I will narrow using the tutorial I found here in the forums, making me a cheap $10 set of bead locks! I plan on using my 1/18th scale batteries (Lipo's) to keep it light weight as well as my M8 radio gear. Now I just have to decide on an ESC, suspension links and a chassis. So if you have any ideas on these topics I would be grateful. Thanks.

01-12-2007, 04:25 AM	#5
Mini RC Talk Newbie Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Stationed in Germany Posts: 35	Anyone use the MSD made TLT servo mounts? http://www.rccrawler.com/forum/showthread.php?t=40071 I like the idea of not having to grind my brand new axles. Anyone have these and have feed back? Last edited by Mini RC Talk; 01-12-2007 at 04:28 AM.

01-04-2007, 01:23 AM	#3
Mini RC Talk Newbie Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Stationed in Germany Posts: 35	Actually Pink, if I know me, I'll probably be making another in a few months and the deal on shocks just put me on step closer to completion... Guess I should do some searching about the chassis.

01-12-2007, 03:08 AM	#4
Mini RC Talk Newbie Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Stationed in Germany Posts: 35	This is what I have ordered so far: TLT-1 Kit 645MG Servo TMaxx shocks TM3 Chassis Moab Tires For now I am going to run narrowed RC10 3 piece wheels. I plan on using an Associated Stealth Tranny I have from an old B2 Kit. Quark 33A or Mamba 25 (I race 1/18th and own both already) Esskay 400XT (950KV brushless motor) Haven't decided between using my LiPo or NiMH yet... The things I know I still have to buy are a body, Suspension Links, and Axle Link/servo mounts. I didn't like the link/servo mounts that normally come with the TM3 due to the super high mount point. I was hoping people could show me other options. I have seen others but do not know who they are made by. To be honest I like the ones made by reign but I think 30 bucks for 2 pieces of bent aluminum with sa 8 holes predrilled is a little excessive. So if you could post some links, photos, or ideas I would appreciate it.

01-12-2007, 09:21 PM	#6
PaulEZK RCC Addict Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Redlands Posts: 1,053	Can't wait to see your crawler built Mini RC Talk.. I love seeing different setups of my chassis.

01-13-2007, 02:45 AM	#8
Mini RC Talk Newbie Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Stationed in Germany Posts: 35	Hey paulesk, how's your training going? I am actually in the Army and stationed in Germany... Anyway, If I dont find another option I'll probably order those from the MSD shop powder coated black!

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