10-23-2006, 10:26 AM | #1 |
Newbie Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Edmonton, Alberta
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Hi all. Just a newb here that has started to build my first crawler. I figured I would start out ambitious and go straight to building a tuber. I have spent a lot of time on the forum gleening info and studying pictures. Here is what I have come up with so far. I have a long ways to go yet. Opinions and suggestions would be appreciated. I will keep this thread updated with progress pics if anyone is interested. Thanks. CB |
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10-23-2006, 10:40 AM | #2 |
Pebble Pounder Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: canada
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looks like a good start..nice to see another canadian as well>>..can you give us a list of what other parts you plan on using..
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10-23-2006, 11:25 AM | #3 |
I wanna be Dave Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: USA
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Looks like you got something started. |
10-23-2006, 11:47 AM | #4 |
Pebble Pounder Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Calgary Alberta Canada
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Ya looks like it should be good if you stick with it (my first one is still in pieces that don't really fit together in a box) LOL. But it is nice to see another canadian crawler and your only about 2.5 hours from me (i'm in calgary<<<) Hope we can crawl some time when you get it done.
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10-23-2006, 01:12 PM | #5 |
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I get to Calgary once and a while for work so I'll have to pack the TLT with me next time and you can show me how to crawl. For parts I plan to use the following: TLT axles (obviously) DIY chassis and links Losi XX tranny converted with Traxxas sliders Maobs on HPI wheels 27 turn/brushless MTronik Eco20/Mamba 25 2100mAh LiPo M11 radio with Spektrum Hitec 5645 servo(s) HPI Baja Bug body I think I have covered most bases. I will likely do a little more brazing tonight. If I get further I will post a few more pics tomorrow. CB |
10-23-2006, 05:40 PM | #6 |
Rock Stacker Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Ridgecrest
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you using safety silv?
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10-23-2006, 06:21 PM | #7 |
Pebble Pounder Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Calgary Alberta Canada
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All right sounds like a deal. Now I have to build I solid axle truck. All i have is an indie and a micro.
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10-23-2006, 10:28 PM | #8 |
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I am using flux coated brazing rod (bronze based). Likely a little tougher to work with but it is cheap and makes a strong joint. I use MAPP and oxygen to do the welding.
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10-24-2006, 01:29 AM | #9 |
Quarry Creeper Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: wollongong, NSW, Australia
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I think it looks cool I think you should leve the body off and have a staight tuber coz it looks sick Shane |
10-24-2006, 08:47 AM | #10 |
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I realized after that I incorrectly said I was going to use a bug body. My plans are actually to leave the body off and just put a couple side panels and a hood on it. The bug body will be used on another project. I hope to get a little more done on the tuber tonight. If I do I'll throw a few more pics up tomorrow. CB |
10-24-2006, 10:19 AM | #11 |
Pebble Pounder Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Calgary Alberta Canada
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sounds kool true tuber frame.
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10-24-2006, 10:03 PM | #12 |
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Well I worked a little more on my creation and here is where I am at now. You can see some design queues from several different tubers on the forum. CB |
10-24-2006, 11:35 PM | #13 |
Pebble Pounder Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Calgary Alberta Canada
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Ya that thing looks pretty cool I cant wait to see it in action.
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10-26-2006, 12:34 PM | #14 |
Pebble Pounder Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Calgary Alberta Canada
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any updates?
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10-27-2006, 12:26 AM | #15 |
Gettin’ back on the horse Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Hoonsville
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good idea with the bars for the hood coming up so you have shock protection. can keep that thing real low i bet. lets see it in action!
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10-27-2006, 12:40 AM | #16 |
I wanna be Dave Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: USA
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I like where your going with that.
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10-27-2006, 06:01 AM | #17 |
Quarry Creeper Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: wollongong, NSW, Australia
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Looks great Shane |
10-28-2006, 08:39 PM | #18 |
Rock Stacker Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: QC
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sweet |
11-07-2006, 03:41 PM | #19 |
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Well, I have managed to get more done on my crawler. Talk about a learning experience. I got the suspension somewhat sorted and mounted up and have mocked up the tranny as well. On the to do list: 1: Get softer springs for the shocks. 2: Make new upper mount plates that are flat instead of bent 90 degrees so I can get the links more parallel and lower the ride height a bit. 3: Mod the tranny by dumping the Hydradrive, locking it in a non destructive way (still have the Losi XX and may want to revive it some day) and connecting up the Traxxas sliders. 4: Narrow the rims (should I???) and mount the tires. 5: Clean up the frame, paint, and add a few panels. 6: Mount the electronics and go play! A couple questions. First, am I the only one that thinks the cab part of the frame is small and looks out of proportion? I guess I could cut it off and redo it but probably won't bother for a while. Also, do you think I really need to narrow the wheels? Any other thoughts/suggestions? Now for the pics. |
11-07-2006, 03:52 PM | #20 |
~THE SCALE SHOP~ Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: KILLEEN TX
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looks very Double J inspired!
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