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Bananaclip · 02-29-2016, 06:48 PM

Nate, I love the pics! Your rig is an inspiration for all ascender owners for certain. I love the KLR's as well. They are a wide tire and I run Locked up wheels with their widener ring. The wheel and ring is made for the tire. Looks and fits spot on. I also run single stage TSL XL CI foams and vent the tires with 4 2mm leather punch holes in the front and 3 in the back. I have all 3 compounds and like the blues best for Wv terrain.

Natedog · 03-01-2016, 11:09 AM

Thanks, KLRs a great looking tire too, I may have to try a set! Great info on the foams/wheel setup you're using, thanks! LockedUpRC makes nice wheels too, I'll have to look at your pics again.

JatoTheRipper · 03-01-2016, 12:39 PM

I've scanned through your thread. I haven't had a time to read it all. Lots of great info.

Do you still think the HR Wraith swaybar set is the best way to go to control torque twist?

Natedog · 03-01-2016, 02:16 PM

Thanks, I do still think the Axial (not HR) Front Swaybar kit is the best way to tame TT with the Ascender.

HR will work too, but the quality is not as good.
The Soft bar works great.

AX30781
Wraith Front Sway Bar Set (Soft, Medium, Firm)
http://www.axialracing.com/products/ax30781

963567 · 03-01-2016, 02:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Natedog

I've been storing my lipos in an airtight steel ammo box, charging while attended on concrete or metal plate, but decided to upgrade safety and provide more isolation betwween batteries during storage. Ordered several Lithium Polymer Charge Pack 18x22cm Sack (PRODUCT ID: LPGUARD18x22), these are very nice quality, lined bags with good velcro!
https://www.teamassociated.com/parts/details/6466-ASC6466-shock_downstops_travel_limiters_/
Adjusted spring preload so that the collars bottom against shock caps and on the bench it looks perfect! Pic to come.

Sensei, please make a photo of the shocks with all this features. Your kung-fu is stronger than my kung-fu. I don't get everything you describe. Please!

JatoTheRipper · 03-01-2016, 06:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Natedog

Thanks, I do still think the Axial (not HR) Front Swaybar kit is the best way to tame TT with the Ascender.

HR will work too, but the quality is not as good.
The Soft bar works great.

AX30781
Wraith Front Sway Bar Set (Soft, Medium, Firm)
Axial Racing - Wraith Front Sway Bar Set (Soft, Medium, Firm)

Thanks! I'll have to try them!

Natedog · 03-02-2016, 12:12 PM

You're welcome!

I picked up some supplies at LHS the other day and started fabbing some scale accessories with a dual purpose.

Pictures for guidance, since I don't have my old 60" Hi-Lift anymore.

First step of the first part to build.

EeePee · 03-02-2016, 12:46 PM

I just had to approve post #410

Natedog · 03-02-2016, 12:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 963567

Sensei, please make a photo of the shocks with all this features. Your kung-fu is stronger than my kung-fu. I don't get everything you describe. Please!

I'll get some pics of the shocks for you.

@Eepee, thanks! I was like where'd that post come from lol.

EricM · 03-02-2016, 04:08 PM

I'm curious if the ascender has different bodies for it? Also, who makes them? Thanks

rockhugger · 03-02-2016, 10:57 PM

Yes Nates Va'Blazer definately has some Kung-Fu, rock crawling Kung-Fu!!!

Moon rocks was a blast!! It had been a while, and definately brought back memories of old Parker courses.

Natedog · 03-03-2016, 10:43 AM

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Originally Posted by EricM

I'm curious if the ascender has different bodies for it? Also, who makes them? Thanks

Pretty much any body with proper wheelbase can fit, like any crawler. Find the body you like and adjust your wheelbase to fit or shop for body with wheelbase that you want and then check the width and height dimensions too.

Quote:

Originally Posted by rockhugger

Yes Nates Va'Blazer definately has some Kung-Fu, rock crawling Kung-Fu!!!

Moon rocks was a blast!! It had been a while, and definately brought back memories of old Parker courses.

Va'Blazer....I like it and thanks Kung-Fu grip!!!

Yes, it was!!!

Big Bill · 03-04-2016, 07:36 AM

Nice photos of Moon Rocks Nate. I have personally seen the Kung Fu Grip ( KFG) Blazer in action and it does work well. Oh and the driver he does a pretty good job himself

CODYBOY · 03-04-2016, 10:21 AM

Hey Nate, have you given any thought to your rock sliders. I'm in between orders right now, and getting ready to start a Twin Hammer build, so I'm ready when you are.

Ernie,

Natedog · 03-04-2016, 10:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Big Bill

Nice photos of Moon Rocks Nate. I have personally seen the Kung Fu Grip ( KFG) Blazer in action and it does work well. Oh and the driver he does a pretty good job himself

THanks Bill!

Quote:

Originally Posted by CODYBOY

Hey Nate, have you given any thought to your rock sliders. I'm in between orders right now, and getting ready to start a Twin Hammer build, so I'm ready when you are.

Ernie,

Hey Ernie,
I have not given it enough thought, kinda got writer's block or something lol. I need to look around at some more pics.

CODYBOY · 03-04-2016, 12:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Natedog

THanks Bill!

Hey Ernie,
I have not given it enough thought, kinda got writer's block or something lol. I need to look around at some more pics.

OK, I know how that works. I have my Hammer spread out in my scale
garage hoping it will tell me what it wants to look like.

EricM · 03-04-2016, 03:42 PM

What size battery are you runnin? I'm going to be getting one in a couple weeks. Not sure about kit or rtr though. I like building the kit. What do you recommend for electronics if not going rtr?

Natedog · 03-04-2016, 04:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CODYBOY

OK, I know how that works. I have my Hammer spread out in my scale
garage hoping it will tell me what it wants to look like.

Yes and thanks!

Quote:

Originally Posted by EricM

What size battery are you runnin? I'm going to be getting one in a couple weeks. Not sure about kit or rtr though. I like building the kit. What do you recommend for electronics if not going rtr?

Orion Shorty pack 2S, 4500mah and SMC Shorty pack 2s 4400mah.

Bluerock108 · 03-04-2016, 06:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Natedog

Yes and thanks!

Orion Shorty pack 2S, 4500mah and SMC Shorty pack 2s 4400mah.

Im running 2200 3s in the ascender and I love the power. How do the 2s 4500mah compare with them. By the way thanks for all the info you have provided.

Natedog · 03-04-2016, 11:15 PM

I've run that same battery and it's great power! I'll probably do 2-speed and stay with 2s. You're welcome and glad I could help!

02-29-2016, 06:48 PM	#401
Bananaclip I wanna be Dave Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Where the sheep run scared. Posts: 3,008	Re: Natedog's Vaterra ASCENDER Nate, I love the pics! Your rig is an inspiration for all ascender owners for certain. I love the KLR's as well. They are a wide tire and I run Locked up wheels with their widener ring. The wheel and ring is made for the tire. Looks and fits spot on. I also run single stage TSL XL CI foams and vent the tires with 4 2mm leather punch holes in the front and 3 in the back. I have all 3 compounds and like the blues best for Wv terrain.

03-01-2016, 11:09 AM	#402
Natedog I wanna be Dave Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Corruptifornia Posts: 12,107	Re: Natedog's Vaterra ASCENDER Thanks, KLRs a great looking tire too, I may have to try a set! Great info on the foams/wheel setup you're using, thanks! LockedUpRC makes nice wheels too, I'll have to look at your pics again.

03-01-2016, 12:39 PM	#403
JatoTheRipper Moderator Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: PA Posts: 13,935	Re: Natedog's Vaterra ASCENDER I've scanned through your thread. I haven't had a time to read it all. Lots of great info. Do you still think the HR Wraith swaybar set is the best way to go to control torque twist?

03-01-2016, 02:16 PM	#404
Natedog I wanna be Dave Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Corruptifornia Posts: 12,107	Re: Natedog's Vaterra ASCENDER Thanks, I do still think the Axial (not HR) Front Swaybar kit is the best way to tame TT with the Ascender. HR will work too, but the quality is not as good. The Soft bar works great. AX30781 Wraith Front Sway Bar Set (Soft, Medium, Firm) http://www.axialracing.com/products/ax30781

03-02-2016, 12:12 PM	#407
Natedog I wanna be Dave Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Corruptifornia Posts: 12,107	Re: Natedog's Vaterra ASCENDER You're welcome! I picked up some supplies at LHS the other day and started fabbing some scale accessories with a dual purpose. Pictures for guidance, since I don't have my old 60" Hi-Lift anymore. First step of the first part to build. Last edited by Natedog; 03-02-2016 at 12:14 PM.

03-02-2016, 12:46 PM	#408
EeePee MODERATOR™ Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Ohio Posts: 18,928	Re: Natedog's Vaterra ASCENDER I just had to approve post #410

03-02-2016, 04:08 PM	#410
EricM Newbie Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: Cottage Grove Posts: 7	Re: Natedog's Vaterra ASCENDER I'm curious if the ascender has different bodies for it? Also, who makes them? Thanks

03-02-2016, 10:57 PM	#411
rockhugger RCC Addict Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: crawlifornia Posts: 1,612	Re: Natedog's Vaterra ASCENDER Yes Nates Va'Blazer definately has some Kung-Fu, rock crawling Kung-Fu!!! Moon rocks was a blast!! It had been a while, and definately brought back memories of old Parker courses.

03-04-2016, 07:36 AM	#413
Big Bill Rock Crawler Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Fortuna Calif. Posts: 997	Re: Natedog's Vaterra ASCENDER Nice photos of Moon Rocks Nate. I have personally seen the Kung Fu Grip ( KFG) Blazer in action and it does work well. Oh and the driver he does a pretty good job himself

03-04-2016, 10:21 AM	#414
CODYBOY I wanna be Dave Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Oakridge Posts: 3,305	Re: Natedog's Vaterra ASCENDER Hey Nate, have you given any thought to your rock sliders. I'm in between orders right now, and getting ready to start a Twin Hammer build, so I'm ready when you are. Ernie,

03-04-2016, 03:42 PM	#417
EricM Newbie Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: Cottage Grove Posts: 7	Re: Natedog's Vaterra ASCENDER What size battery are you runnin? I'm going to be getting one in a couple weeks. Not sure about kit or rtr though. I like building the kit. What do you recommend for electronics if not going rtr?

03-04-2016, 11:15 PM	#420
Natedog I wanna be Dave Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Corruptifornia Posts: 12,107	Re: Natedog's Vaterra ASCENDER I've run that same battery and it's great power! I'll probably do 2-speed and stay with 2s. You're welcome and glad I could help!

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