01-30-2007, 07:15 PM | #1 |
I wanna be Dave Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: here
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how long is the wheel base on you maxxcrawler mine is 18in is this to long??
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01-30-2007, 08:32 PM | #2 |
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My maxx is 17'' long, but would like it to be longer. I think yours will be fine... |
01-31-2007, 08:54 AM | #3 |
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cool Ok guys i'm going to run stock savage tires. Do you think that my axles will still get twisted up? |
01-31-2007, 12:24 PM | #4 |
Colt Python/SR9c Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: out in the shop, reloading ammo!
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I ran 17" WB.. I didn't care for it too much until I went to Revo knuckles, which I could then turn on a dime
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01-31-2007, 03:42 PM | #5 |
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So it looks like more parts revo shafts and knuckles |
01-31-2007, 03:43 PM | #6 |
Quarry Creeper Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: In a tree top with my chainsaw!!
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My maxx crawler has 18.5 inch wheelbase. I have not tried the revo knuckles, but with stock knuckles trimmed and with a custom front dig setup I can also turn on a dime. and climb steep verticals thanks to the wheelbase. Just keep the CG low. |
01-31-2007, 03:46 PM | #7 | |
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02-01-2007, 12:29 PM | #8 |
Quarry Creeper Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: In a tree top with my chainsaw!!
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| 18.5 inch wheelbase
Here is what 18.5 inch wheelbase and low gearing can do. http://video.google.com/videoplay?do...9&q=rock+demon |
02-01-2007, 12:45 PM | #9 | |
Colt Python/SR9c Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: out in the shop, reloading ammo!
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MIP survival depends on weight and driving style also..Also, Revo stuff costs the same, if not less, than a full set of new MIP's. It took you a year to snap all 4, when it took me a year and a half and have not broken one Revo . MIP CVD's are the only ones that would last me though. I snapped other CVD's like a pretzel. I always pointed everyone to MIP's, at least until I did the revo conversion. | |
02-01-2007, 02:17 PM | #10 | |
Quarry Creeper Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: In a tree top with my chainsaw!!
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revo shafts are hella strong. I use them for driveshafts. My solid axle design does not allow me to use revo shafts. My crawler is a heavy weight. over 20 pounds easily. It is geared over 350:1 I like to crawl slow and controlled. grippy moab tires and under cut rock ledges are what caused the MIPs to twist and break. Hey twistedcreations, how about a pic of your maxx rig. I was also lucky to find the MIPs on ebay for less than 25 bucks for all four. what a steal!! Last edited by evileddy420; 02-01-2007 at 02:20 PM. | |
02-01-2007, 08:43 PM | #11 |
Colt Python/SR9c Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: out in the shop, reloading ammo!
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Take your pick my old 2.2 Maxx others This was the first crawler I ever built Now. I will shortly be building a new comp style maxx |
02-01-2007, 08:56 PM | #12 |
Quarry Creeper Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: In a tree top with my chainsaw!!
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Kick a$$ line up of rigs. I am in the process of making 2.2 maxx axles for my next tube crawler.
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04-06-2007, 11:00 PM | #13 | |
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04-07-2007, 12:43 PM | #14 |
Pebble Pounder Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: sunman
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there is no set wb in crawling, all depends on your personal setup, size of tires, etc.. i personally am going to run a 17.5wb with 6.25 diameter giant tracs, all you can do is set it up to 18" and if that dont work trim your links down.
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04-07-2007, 05:45 PM | #15 |
Rock Crawler Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Sinking Spring
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My wheel base is about 17 inches and I would like to make it longer. You can run any wheel base you want, there is no limit.
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04-07-2007, 06:48 PM | #16 |
Pebble Pounder Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Crow Head
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I am building mine with a 16" WB.
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