06-13-2010, 08:03 PM | #1 |
Rock Stacker Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: West Mobile
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| Modean's Creeper Build
I have started to build my creeper. I got stuck after my Hex Driver broke, waiting for the new tip to arrive. Here is what I have done so far. I ordered the CKRC Stage II suspension kit. I am going to order the battery/servo tray and the electronics next, which will include the dig unit. It is a work in progress. The HB Rovers I bought are in the box I used as a backdrop, I hope to put them to good use with this rig. |
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06-13-2010, 09:01 PM | #2 |
Rock Crawler Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Wrightstown
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If you didn't already, I would get some Traxxas drive shafts and ends. Also put heat shrink on the CVD's to keep the pins from coming out. Just some of the things I did to the kids rig. Looks like you got the hard part done. What are you gonna run for a motor/ESC combo.
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06-13-2010, 11:43 PM | #3 |
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I was going to suggest you talk to Super about your build, since Rock Monster pilots one and Dad is the team's mechanic/sponser/pit crew but he beat me to the punch . You can't go wrong with a Sidewinder ESC/35-55T brushed motor combo, but there are other options, depending on budget and preference. A BEC is recommended no matter what system you run (more juice for the steering servo). |
06-14-2010, 12:30 AM | #4 |
RCC Addict Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: pullin somebody else out of a mud hole
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get the motor put in before you go much farther it will be alot easier
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06-14-2010, 07:47 AM | #5 |
I wanna be Dave Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: appleton
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Go with the FLM lockers its the best way to goi have them in mine i also installed the xvd's from rc4wd i have a 55t handwound and a momba max speed control i am taking yhat out and putting a sidewinder in and using the momba in a different build i went with the 4 inch 3 racing shocks and removed the stock shock mounts i really dont drive it much its more of a loaner but it does work well i am planning on removing the stock links and putting some 30 degree or even straight links on it due to the fact we are breaking rod ends all the time..
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06-16-2010, 07:56 PM | #6 |
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I was thinking of running a sidewinder with a 45t motor. I did not think of the bec, thank you. I did get some traxxas drivelines and ends, wrong size but they will fit the trail King, when I remod it. I did get the FLM lockers and shock bodies, the shock bodies would not let the spring adjusting nut thread on no matter what I did. I emailed the company and I am playing phone tag with them. I may have to put the build on a slight hold. After the torrential down pour yesterday, my basement got a leak above the ceiling in the partially finished part and water has damaged some stuff, mostly my GF's luggage set and my dremel charger got soaked. When I get more done I will post more pics. Keep the advice coming, I will use all that I can get.
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06-23-2010, 04:52 PM | #7 |
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Ordred the electronics the other day, should be delivered in the next couple of days. Getting excited.
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06-23-2010, 07:52 PM | #8 |
RCC Addict Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Fox Valley WI
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Cool .
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06-25-2010, 08:36 PM | #9 |
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I still have not recieved the stuff I ordred, should be any day now. I went with the Novack Rooster crawlier ESC with Novac 45t motor, Castle BEC, cannot remember the servo name, but it has metal gears and good torque. I also ordred the 2.4 3 channel radio and reciever. Next will be the dig unit and micro server. I still have not decided on a paint scheme. I do have a question though, does anyone have some extra WiRCRC stickers? I would like to slap one on this thing.
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06-25-2010, 08:48 PM | #10 |
RCC Addict Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Fox Valley WI
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Kasper? KASPER?!? I need to threaten him with bodily harm so I can get some too! |
06-28-2010, 01:08 PM | #11 |
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06-28-2010, 06:19 PM | #12 |
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Mail???? I live near you. I may need some advice with some soldiering if you are free some time. My order came in today and I dont want to screw up things.
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06-28-2010, 06:36 PM | #13 |
Rock Crawler Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Milwaukee
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Just wasn't sure of your schedule or if we would cross path's soon?? I'll send you p.m. about getting together, I can solder. |
07-01-2010, 05:43 PM | #14 |
Rock Stacker Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: West Mobile
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| trail king
I finished the mod on the Trail King, sort of. Did the WK tummy tuck on it and put some 5 in moabs on it, got rid of the batt box and put stock shocks back on with a short piece of fuel hose in them. I could not believe the diference. I have 3 in of ground clearance even with the smaller tires. I was having fun running it around until I threw the rear drive shaft, I have a spare. I should have my creeper up and running this weekend. Thanks for the stickers T-Buck . I will use them wisely.
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07-05-2010, 01:18 PM | #15 |
Rock Stacker Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: West Mobile
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| on hold... for now
Creeper build is on hold. One of the FLM locker I ordered does not work properly. The axle insert on the deeper side is about 1/8th of an inch too deep. Sent them an email. oh well, other things to do. |
07-08-2010, 05:20 PM | #16 |
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I got some parts in today, still waiting for the replacement spool from FLM, they are sending a new one. Unles it gets here soon, I may be bringing the fail king to the comp, I don't think the creeper will do well with three wheel drive.
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07-17-2010, 09:54 PM | #17 |
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The creeper has left the building, and I broke an axle already. It was a fabbed up one, still have the oem ones to use.
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07-21-2010, 01:03 PM | #18 |
I wanna be Dave Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: appleton
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I have your pliers
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07-21-2010, 08:29 PM | #19 |
Rock Stacker Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: West Mobile
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Please dont lose them!!!!!! I will be at the next comp fer sure oh great HMFIC!!!!
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07-26-2010, 05:46 PM | #20 |
Rock Stacker Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: West Mobile
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| Parts are in
My parts are in and now it is time to put them in. I will get pics done up and put on here. Next step is paint, kind of nervous but I will figure it out. |
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