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02-19-2007, 10:44 AM
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| Newbie Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Tigard
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|  My TLT Crawler Build
I started yesterday building my first TLT. Specs so far (updated as I build the rig): - Bender SW2 Chassis (black) - Custom Front Dig Setup - Traxxas #5318X Lower Links Front and Rear - Titanium Upper Links, 67mm front/ 89mm rear - Fat Rock C's - GPM Blue Alloy Knuckles - Associated 4" Hard Anodized Shocks - Proline Moab 2.2 Tires - RPM Revolver Wheels - All cap screw hardwear with lock nuts (lots of blue hardware) - F/R Gear Locked Diffs - JR 9000T Servo     Thanks Last edited by shawkins; 03-01-2007 at 06:31 PM. |
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02-19-2007, 11:30 AM
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The bender is a great comp worthy chassis! Although, it's way overused!  Sorry Bender and SW2 owners!  |
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02-19-2007, 01:44 PM
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 Just get the SW2 and have soemthing that is proven. You will also have plenty of people to ask questions about setup. Doesn't hurt that Brad is a hell of a guy and always willing to help.  | |
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02-19-2007, 02:24 PM
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| Rock Stacker  Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: jersey
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agree. bender makes a great product and he totally supports it.
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02-19-2007, 04:32 PM
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| [HOONIGAN]  Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Grand Junction
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The only reason benders sw's are overused is because they are so awesome, you're at a disadvantage not to use one imo. I know some people will disagree with me, ......but you can't argue with the the chassis that won nationals. When it really comes down to it though, it's driver skill that matters most of the time. Most of the comp chassis out there can perform well when set-up properly.
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02-19-2007, 05:02 PM
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| Pebble Pounder Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Woonsocket
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shawkins how much did you pay for the two tlt axles>?
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02-19-2007, 05:30 PM
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02-19-2007, 05:36 PM
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So I will probably oreder the chassis tonight. Now the next question: What tranny do I get? My LHS is selling complete Stampede tranny's for $50, or I was thinking about the R2? What do you guys suggest? Thanks |
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02-20-2007, 12:58 AM
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How long of lower links do I need with the SW2 to get a 12.5" wheel base? Thanks |
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02-20-2007, 01:10 AM
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Oredered the chassis and pinions from RCP Crawlers tonight! Now I need to figure out what to do for links. |
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02-24-2007, 02:23 AM
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Got my servo (JR9000T) and motor tonight. Picking up my chassis in the morning from the post office. I should have some pics tomorrow! |
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02-24-2007, 02:12 PM
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Chassis is here! Now I get to do a bunch of assembling!
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02-25-2007, 07:22 PM
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After multiple trip to Tammies, I finally have a roller!       What do you all think?!? |
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02-25-2007, 10:41 PM
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I am about to order the R2 tranny, but I am wondering how to go about mounting it in the SW2 that was designed around a Pede tranny? Should I just drill holes through the delrin skid, use flat head screws and counter sink them? Thanks Last edited by shawkins; 02-26-2007 at 07:28 PM. |
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03-01-2007, 02:04 AM
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Started working on the front dig setup today. Got the driveshaft done and am working on the slider. I dont know how long to make the driveshaft though, as I dont have my tranny yet. |
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03-01-2007, 04:18 AM
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lookin good bro i like the color combo, the black chassis and the blue screws. |
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03-01-2007, 05:22 AM
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Should I just drill holes through the delrin skid, use flat head screws and counter sink them? Thanks[/quote] yes do just that. just make sure that the tranny is in the right spot so that you dont have any clearence problems with the motor. |
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03-01-2007, 02:17 PM
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| Quarry Creeper Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Dirty South
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Looks good!
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03-01-2007, 06:30 PM
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Start of the rear brake setup (I had to redo my rear steering lock outs):  Lever for the rear drive shaft disconnect:  Front steering setup:  Upper shock mounts:  Last edited by shawkins; 03-01-2007 at 06:36 PM. |
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03-01-2007, 06:35 PM
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Thanks for all of the kind words guys!
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