02-10-2007, 01:22 AM | #41 |
Quarry Creeper Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Cuyahoga Falls
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So I got the suspension hung tonight, I definately need some softer springs. I have some White Losi's on order so hopefully they should be here in a few days. When I mounted everything I had the shocks about 2/3 compressed that should bring the ride height down another inch +/-. It should keep the same flex that it has now. Im not sure how much is too much but I think that it has enough! That puts the front frame rail just over the servo and it will swing right over top of it nicely! I realy dont want to cut the front end up, I really like how it turned out. Its one of my favorite sections on this build. I have a bad habit of making things more complex than they need to be. Everything is mounted and I am satisfied with just about everything so far.I know that it sits high, its just over 3.3 inches right now but with different springs I can tune it down some. If I have to I can re adjust the AOA on the shocks. Mr. Holmes PM'd me lettin me know that hes shippin out my brushless setup tomorrow, Hes been a big help and I appreciate the info that he has shared. I still need to find a battery setup, im thinkin 2 3 cell saddlepacks inside the cage down low, not sure how im gonna mound my radio gear yet but it shouldnt be too hard. Anyway its gettin late and im off to bed. constructive critisism is appreciated, function over fashion. Im pretty new to this so if you seasoned crawlers out there see somethin that you think would improve this build, please let me know! thanks again to all who have actively participated in this build thread. xoxo Natalie |
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02-10-2007, 01:23 AM | #42 |
Quarry Creeper Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Cuyahoga Falls
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heres a few more pics |
02-10-2007, 02:07 AM | #43 |
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Nice set up man, I like the look so far. How heavy is it? I want to build a tuber also but I hear all the weight up top raises the COG. Please let us know how it performs after you get your motor. Again great build so far!!! |
02-10-2007, 06:08 AM | #44 |
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OMG.. That is the MOST AWESOME bug crawler I've EVER seen!!!! You done an AWESOME job on the joints and design of that tuber!!! |
02-10-2007, 06:43 AM | #45 | |
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K2-3S all mocked up waitin for the electronics, but it just seemed too plain. I love the scale lookin stuff alot so I decided to go that route instead. i still have the frame but its just hangin on the wall... Maybe later ill build a tow rig out of it or somethin. I have had waaay too much fun on this build that even if it runs and handles like crap, it was still worth it just for the experience AND to be able to say that I have the Baddest VW crawler in the Land. time to go to work. xoxo Nat | |
02-10-2007, 06:43 PM | #46 |
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02-10-2007, 06:50 PM | #47 |
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Nice job, I always loved the SCORE Class 5 Baja Bugs, this build reminds me alot of them! |
02-10-2007, 07:08 PM | #48 | |
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02-10-2007, 08:41 PM | #49 |
Quarry Creeper Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: colchester
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that is looking sweet. wish i was capable of building something like that but i suck at brazing.
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02-10-2007, 08:52 PM | #50 |
Adilynsdad too! Join Date: May 2004 Location: G ville
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This build is great. I always wanted to replicate this bug
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02-10-2007, 10:37 PM | #51 | |
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Nice Liger BD! Is that pretty much your favorite animal? | |
02-10-2007, 10:40 PM | #52 | |
Adilynsdad too! Join Date: May 2004 Location: G ville
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That vw tuber was the shiat. Now I can't find that article | |
02-13-2007, 07:32 AM | #53 |
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How goes the V Dub Nat? More pics please! I want to see this thing on the rocks. |
02-13-2007, 08:00 AM | #54 |
Quarry Creeper Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Cuyahoga Falls
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Thanks to Holmes Hobbies for the expedited shipping on the Brushless setup! I ordered it on friday, shipped on Sat and In my hands on Monday! awesome! I also got my White Losi Springs, and my Fat Rock Axle C's. I have to make a mod to the Frame so that my motor will clear the RR upper link, Im calin the powder coating comp today to try and get this thing shake and baked. I also Ordered a 9.9v Lithium Ion setup from A123 Racing, should be here in a few days. hopefully I can get the frame coated this week. more to come! xoxo Nat |
02-13-2007, 08:34 AM | #55 |
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Nice choice on the battery, and everything else for that matter. Gonna be sweet! Now you just need to move somewhere with bigger rocks! |
02-13-2007, 09:40 AM | #56 |
Quarry Creeper Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: 2 miles from nowhere MO.
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ANOTHER GREAT PLACE TO GET A123 PACKS IS A PLACE CALLED TANICPACKS.COM BRIAN IS A GREAT GUY AND HE WILL CUSTOM MAKE THE PACKS LEAD WIRE LENGTHS TO WHAT EVER YOU NEED GREAT BUILD CHICK |
02-13-2007, 09:48 AM | #57 |
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that vDub is awesome!good job
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02-13-2007, 12:22 PM | #58 |
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ok , now i want to see paint on thos bug , and i wanna see a vid of it in action you going to name this twistid creation? |
02-13-2007, 12:29 PM | #59 |
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02-15-2007, 07:52 PM | #60 |
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hows about bugsy .......mnch mnch mnch whats up doc.......
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