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grob23 11-07-2017 07:34 PM

New rig, still TLT
 
I probably love RCP more than you https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...38dd277d28.jpg

The fact that I can still order parts for these axles is an amazing thing! Not too many places have parts and the aftermarket is practically gone

grob23 11-07-2017 07:49 PM

New rig, still TLT
 
And the chassis I’ll be using.
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Pretty new Bomber chassis! This wont be much of a fast rig, just want it to crawl really... Not diggin the body panels, for sure gonna strip off all the decals but I’m unsure from there. I do have the rear sway bar, but I might not use it. I plan to take off the rear spare tire carrier soon

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The skid is from a Wraith. Thankfully the width was spot on and the mounting screws seem to be ok (time will tell) The links came from The Crawler Store. Ordered a “Wraith Kit” which is basically comprised of uppers and lowers. Aluminum links with Revo ends

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Wraith trans, Gonna be running a brushless motor at least initially, should be interesting. Any opinions on this motor? Might it be too much for a Crawler? I’ll be running some pretty crummy driveshafts, might try and find MIP’s in the future.

grob23 11-07-2017 08:22 PM

Re: New rig, still TLT
 
And the axles I’ll be using.
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The rear has RCP lockouts, full bearings. The front has MIP CVDs, RCP Knuckles, and stock Cs. I’d love to find a pair of unclocked aluminum Cs. Like FATROCK or MSD.

Also mounted up a Hitec HS645MG Servo with aluminum horn to an RCP Servo plate. Used STRC Servo blocks and clamps. Went with the stock TLT steering links (with Axial ends) till they become a problem

cartronicshn 11-09-2017 04:10 PM

Re: New rig, still TLT
 
Let me check, if still have a set of unclocked c's i am almost certain i had a spare set left over. Great rig BTW"thumbsup"

gyrene 11-10-2017 06:16 AM

Re: New rig, still TLT
 
Going to be a great rig.


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grob23 11-10-2017 05:41 PM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by gyrene (Post 5765752)
Going to be a great rig.

Thanks! I'm hoping for good things 8)

cartronicshn 11-14-2017 10:22 AM

Re: New rig, still TLT
 
Still looking, so far i nave only located a couple pair of tlt aluminum knuckles, i am pretty sure i still have set c hubs

grob23 11-18-2017 02:21 PM

Re: New rig, still TLT
 
Quote:

Originally Posted by cartronicshn (Post 5766923)
Still looking, so far i nave only located a couple pair of tlt aluminum knuckles, i am pretty sure i still have set c hubs


That would be incredible to find Cs! Thanks for looking!

Small update on this build: all I’ve managed to get done is to begin assembling the rear axle. I used an RCP link mount I had still; I really dig the look! I need to order hardware, then it will be complete. Almost ready to hang these axles!

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cartronicshn 11-18-2017 04:12 PM

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8)8)8)

rocpede 12-15-2017 12:56 PM

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I’m going to be watching this build. Very great start!!


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grob23 12-16-2017 08:52 PM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by rocpede (Post 5776410)
Very great start!!

Thank You! I unfortunately don't have an update for y'all, working two jobs is taking all my time... hopefully soon though, hopefully soon"thumbsup"

rocpede 12-19-2017 01:00 PM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by grob23 (Post 5776865)
Thank You! I unfortunately don't have an update for y'all, working two jobs is taking all my time... hopefully soon though, hopefully soon"thumbsup"



I understand that. It’s that time of year I work more and play less with my rc stuff. I’ll be watching for updates on this one.


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cartronicshn 12-19-2017 02:32 PM

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Haven't forgotten about the chubs, i haven't had any time to look, still pending...

grob23 12-21-2017 03:09 PM

New rig, still TLT
 
Small update! (Finally) Got the axles mocked up. Going with SCX10 shocks for now. I modded them with a rod end, and used a spacer to achieve the length I wanted. I’ll have to shorten the rear uppers a bit, but that will come in time. Still need to order hardware for the axles and hang the front, but I’m stoked to be making progress!https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...5cbacc4eb0.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...0b84164f13.jpg

cartronicshn 12-22-2017 09:16 AM

Re: New rig, still TLT
 
shorten the ends maybe a tad? or cut some lenght to the link ? small update on my end...so far i've found in one of parts boxes, tlt axle housings, rings and pinions, dinky's link thingy, aluminum knucles, tlt tires and wheels about 2 complete sets, but no aluminum chubs yet...they are there somewhere...

grob23 12-22-2017 05:41 PM

Re: New rig, still TLT
 
Quote:

Originally Posted by cartronicshn (Post 5778851)
they are there somewhere...

No Problem, thanks for looking! I appreciate it!

I'll shorten the links, probably by shortening the aluminum rod, I'm sure I have the right size tap at work"thumbsup"

grob23 02-07-2018 08:54 AM

Re: New rig, still TLT
 
The Bomber Chassis simply isn't going to work. The Shock mounts in the front are too far apart for the TLT axles to work properly with 2.2's.

So I won an old K2 Chassis on evilbay and will be putting all these parts on it. I think I'll like it better anyway. I wasn't really a fan of the Bomber's looks...

Updates to come!"thumbsup"

grob23 02-22-2018 09:03 AM

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Here is the chassis and the trans. I need a full size Servo to run the dig, I need a bushed ESC and I need a body. Any suggestions for a body? It has to be lexan, look old, and play well with 2.2shttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...47d18a937d.jpg

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grob23 02-24-2018 02:36 PM

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Progress:

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I love these stock Axial 27t motors. They’re cheap! Same with the shocks...

grob23 04-18-2018 07:43 PM

Re: New rig, still TLT
 
Seems I’ve taken a few steps backwards... axles off so I could finish up drilling the chassis and whatnot. Got my dig all set up and installed a Hitec HS-311 to control it. Mounted an SCX radio box and the shock towers. I need to fab up a front mount for the box so it sits level, and shorten some hardware before I remount the axleshttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...d6679ee827.jpg


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