Vedo's TRX4
 

Here is my TRX4 Build Log.

Parts List:
--Spektrum Dx5c with SRS6000 receiver
--Hot Racing Battery Relocation Kit ( TRXF100FM01 )
--GPM Racing Aluminum Motor Heat Sink Motor Plate ( TRX4018 )
--Holmes Hobbies Puller Pro BL 540 2200kv
--Holmes Hobbies Trailmaster BLE Pro WP
--Holmes Hobbies HV500V2 Servo
--Castle Creations BEC 2.0 WP
--Incision TRX-4 Stainless Steel 10PC Link Kit - 12.3IN Wheelbase ( IRC00201 )
--SSD 25T Aluminum Servo Horn for TRX-4 ( SSD00224 )
--SSD D110 Aluminum Rear Bumper for TRX4 ( SSD00205 ) - not in use
--SSD D110 Aluminum Front Bumper for TRX4 / SCX10 II ( SSD00203 )- not in use
--Proline 1991 Toyota 4Runner body ( 3481-00 )
--Axial SCX10 Roll Cage Flat Bed ( AX80046 )
--Samix TRX-4 brass knuckle & hub carrier & portal knuckle cover & scale brake rotor & caliper set ( TRX4-4412C4 )
--Samix TRX-4 brass portal knuckle cover & scale brake rotor & caliper combo set ( TRX4-4413C2 )
--Samix TRX4 brass shock spring under cap (4pcs) (TRX4-4047)
--Proline Hyrax 1.9 Tires ( 10128-14 )
--Gmade NR-01 beadlock wheels ( GM70225 )

https://i.imgur.com/9Fnt7CQ.jpg

Here She is on Day 1. Bone Stock out of the box.

https://i.imgur.com/9e495eq.jpg

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First Mod I did was the SSD bumpers front and rear and spare tire delete. I Flipped the rear bumper for even more angle.

https://i.imgur.com/CsoKPR4.jpg

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Next up I Swapped out the stock steering servo for a Savox 0231MG I yanked out of my Yeti until my Holmes order came in. Threw in a Castle BEC and wired up the Deans connector. I mounted the inner fenders to the chassis as well using body screws. I chose to screw it to the frame instead of the zip tie method. I cut out the screw mounts for the fender flares but should have just cut off the whole section. DUH.:oops:

Also I should add that my Traxxas receiver went in the garbage after one day. It refused to stay bound to the radio so I put a Spektrum 4ch in until I could decide between a DX8 stick radio or a Dx5c. I chose the Dx5c because I MAY want AVC for my other rigs at some point.

https://i.imgur.com/xPJoq5B.jpg

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Oh HELL yeah!! Holmes Order came in.. But. Something. Is. Missing. They forgot to ship my Hv500v2 servo =( Holmes Hobbies customer support is top notch. On a friday night, within 50 mins I had a tracking number in my email for the forgotten servo!"thumbsup"

https://i.imgur.com/YQ1dsb3.jpg

With the Holmes goodies dropped in, I decided while I was at it I'd swap out the transmission servo with the stock steering servo. Took a little more effort than it looks but it works great and gives you a spare diff locker servo.

https://i.imgur.com/brZoKlM.jpg

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Quick clip of trailing with the TRX4 with some Proline Sand Paws on Axial beadlocks.

https://youtu.be/pcTd0HSDB2s

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I was looking for something a little different body-wise for my TRX4 and decided to go with a Proline 4runner.....with a twist.

https://i.imgur.com/B6UJ4Zf.jpg

Axial Honcho cage

https://i.imgur.com/mGnMA2z.jpg

Knight Customs grille :mrgreen:

https://i.imgur.com/4j8VHZ6.jpg

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Shortened the wheelbase with the Incision 12.3in stainless link kit. Had to dremel off a bit of the rear drive shaft unfortunately

https://i.imgur.com/leGpAV2.jpg

Had to relocate the battery as well so i ordered a Hot Racing Battery relocation kit.

https://i.imgur.com/bPJCR8g.jpg

NOTE: it ain't cheap and make sure your LiPo's will fit between your body mounts before dropping 80 bucks CDN on it.:x

https://i.imgur.com/LEBVDSL.jpg

Not ideal but it works.

https://i.imgur.com/LVnLe3x.jpg

Quick solution to raise the rock sliders since the body sits high on the honcho cage... Nylon tubing.

https://i.imgur.com/dKjXz3I.jpg

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Finally got the body finished and the Samix brass in. Decided to ditch the Knight Customs grille for fittment reasons. So I cut a new body.
FYI I had to remove the calipers off the Samix disc brakes becuse the Gmade NR-01's rubbed on them.

https://i.imgur.com/QWNsdFm.jpg?1

https://i.imgur.com/GfExfQb.jpg?1

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This thing is almost unstoppable. Love this truck!

https://i.imgur.com/klOxogI.jpg?1

https://i.imgur.com/FXwpj7J.jpg?1

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NICE "thumbsup"

How’s the battery relocate kit work out? Too much weight up too high?

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dude, that looks really awesome. You did a great job!

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I didn't get to do a lot of technical crawling where I went. Mostly water and snow, but The good thing is the battery stayed out of the water for the most part. It didn't feel too tippy on the trails. I rolled it twice but that was because the truck isn't made for high speed cornering :oops:

Also, i'm sure it will be even less of an issue with a smaller battery. My 3s Hardcase is massive.

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Thanks!

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Wow, great use of the 4 runner body, it fits that chassis width and length perfectly. "thumbsup". Love the paint and chopped roof.

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Very Nice! Love the TRX4


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Wow, almost not a TRX4 any longer. Looks great.