Pham's VP Axial SCX-10 JK Jeep Wrangler Unlmited Rubicon - Unlimited Budget Project

[Trump1]

3S on the 3100 is some Pham speed for sure haha, it's pretty fast!

I'm really not the impulsive type, but after what I have seen and learned in the past few days, I'm leaning heavily towards a brushless system.

 

[65BAJA]

Next! Winch was worked on, harness was installed onto winch and connectors were installed so it could be paired with the Tekin B1R. I spooled up almsot 20ft of the best line I have ever use.

What line did you use?

 

[pelucas]

hi Pham, I checked your part list, but wondering what rear axle shaft are you running with? the front is vanquish vvd heavy duty shaft, and what about the rear axle shaft? I am running both the stock axle shaft and been wanting to upgrade to the vanquish axles shafts, then I realized the rear axle shaft should be straight and seems there is no straight vp axle shaft, please shed some light on this and thanks in advance.

 

[SmokeScx10]

Truck looks good my man... Holy lights lol...

 

[nissan_driver24]

hi Pham, I checked your part list, but wondering what rear axle shaft are you running with? the front is vanquish vvd heavy duty shaft, and what about the rear axle shaft? I am running both the stock axle shaft and been wanting to upgrade to the vanquish axles shafts, then I realized the rear axle shaft should be straight and seems there is no straight vp axle shaft, please shed some light on this and thanks in advance.

Over the last few years I have found the stock Axial steel rear shafts work the best over others I have used. Vp currently doesn't make any kind of rear shafts but doesn't mean they might. So in this build the rear shafts are just the good old stock ones.

Truck looks good my man... Holy lights lol...

I love lights

 

[FlipItOver!]

This is the rig your gunna run at the upcoming GSRCC event? can't wait to see this thing in person!!

 

[nissan_driver24]

This is the rig your gunna run at the upcoming GSRCC event? can't wait to see this thing in person!!

No sir I will not, This thing is gonna just stay a shelf queen / slight trail runner (when I finally decide to do that). I'll bring it to the next GSRCC event to show it off

New pictures will be coming since there are a couple new parts on it since the last time I posted any pics.

 

[PUREVIL]

Looks badass.... but I couldn't leave it on the shelf... I'd wanna run it.

 

[Ty@Tekin]

No sir I will not, This thing is gonna just stay a shelf queen / slight trail runner (when I finally decide to do that). I'll bring it to the next GSRCC event to show it off

New pictures will be coming since there are a couple new parts on it since the last time I posted any pics.

Haha, I had a feeling you'd be keeping this one pristine!

 

[nissan_driver24]

It has been a while and even though I still haven't driven this rig yet, I have done several changes and upgrades. here's an updated price list of everything that's on the Jeep. There's only one item that I have that isn't priced and that's because it's not out yet

Electronics:

Tekin Roc 412 3100kv = $149.99
Tekin RS ESC = $174.99
Tekin FXR ESC = $99.99
Tekin B1R ESC = $59.99
Castle Creation BEC = $24.99
Futaba BLS172hv = $219.99
Airtronics M12 = $479.99
Venom 7.4volt 2s 2000mah 20c Lipo TX Pack = $24.99
(6) Thunder Power G6 Lipo 3s 2250mah 65c TP2250-3SPP65 = $59.99 each

Total = $1294.91 (with only one battery)

Winch

QuickSand Warn 8274 Winch = $225.00
Winch Line = $5.00

Total = $230.00

Wiring:

Shrink tubing for everything = $15.00
Deans Connectors (2 sets of ultra plugs, 1 4pin Micro, 3 2pin Micro) = $15.00
(2) 3.5mm Gold Bullet Connectors - EFLYRH3 = $5.98
(5) JR Sport Servo Extensions = $14.95
Y-Harness EFLRYH3 = $3.99

Total = $54.92

Lights/Body:

VP Rigid 6” Silver Light Bar LED VPS06752 = $59.95
VP Rigid 5” Silver Light Bar LED VPS06754 = $57.45
VP JK Light Bar Mount Silver VPS06781 = $26.25
Exo Rear Light Bezel AX80103 = $11.99
Dinky R/C JK Headlight n Tail Light Kit = $20.79
GT Power RC LED Light Kit = $23.99
Custom Headlights Setup = $100.00
Pull Pal RW-60 = $24.99
Mad Skinz Jeep Wrangler JK Soft Top = $19.99

Total = $345.40

Drivetrain:

(2) Molded Drive Shaft VTR232021 = $14.98
(4) Driveshaft Yoke, Cup, & Hardware = $39.96
Hot Racing Silicon O-Ring RTD372 = $2.00
VP AX10 Transmission Housing Grey VPS01188 = $46.99
VP Incision Gear Guard Silver VPS02200 = $29.00
Robinson Racing Hardened Steel Idler Gear RRP1541 = $12.75
Robinson Racing Hardened Steel 1-Piece Outdrive RRP1542 = $25.49
Robinson Racing Hardened Steel Pinion Gear 18t RRP1418 = $3.99
3racing AX10-02/GR = $10.00
Kimbrough 84t 48 Pitch = $5.00

Total = $190.16

Chassis:

Axial SCX10 2012 Jeep JK RTR = $379.99
VP Incision Hoops Front Raw VPS01857 = $22.99
VP Incision Hoops Rear Raw VPS01858 = $22.99
VP Titanium 10 Piece Link Kit Currie Axle VPS06732 = $89.99
(4) VP Titanium 4mm x 110mm x ¼ Link VPS03831 = $32.60
(2) VP SCX / JK Side Rail Mount Silver = $29.00
VP SCX Side Rail Electric Tray Plate Silver = $11.50
VP Axial SCX Front Bumper / CMS Mount Silver = $23.00
VP Servo Clamp Silver = $9.40
RC Screwz SCX10 Screw Set RCZAXI002 = $29.95
Axial Post 7x70mm AXIA1431 = $7.79
Axial Post 7x10mm AXIA1419 = $4.89
Traxxas Slash 2wd RX box TRA5624 = $12.99
Traxxas Stampede 2wd RX box TRA3628 = $12.99
Traxxas E-Maxx RX box TRA3924 = $12.99
Integy Futaba Aluminum Servo Horn C22944GUN = $11.99
RC Rock Armor SCX10 Shield Quick Sand Winch Bumper = $69.99
RC Rock Armor SCX10 Rear Bumper w/LED Holes = $34.99

Total = $820.03

Shocks:

(2) Pro-Line PowerStroke Scaler Shocks PRO6060-00 = $89.98
Jeepindoug Scaler Shock Machined Delrin Spring Cup = $12.95
MIP Blue O-Ring Set = $3.99

Total = $106.92

Wheels/Tires:

(3) VP 1.9 Scaler Screw Kit = $35.97
(2) VP SLW 600 Wheel Hubs = $29.98
(1) VP SLW 475 Wheel Hubs = $14.99
(5) VP OMF Scallop Bead Lock Ring Grey = $52.50
(5) VP Front Ring Black = $52.35
(5) VP Clamp Ring = $20.00
(5) VP Outlaw II Rear Ring Gunmetal = $65.00
Crawler Innovation Lil Nova 1.9 Dual Stage 4.5T MED Foam Pair = $10.95
Crawler Innovation Lil Nova 1.9 Dual Stage 4.5T FIRM Foam Pair = $10.95

Total = $292.69

Axles:

VP 8 degree Knuckle Weights VPS04000 = $68.99
VP Knuckle Weight Rings ¼ VPS02812 = $20.99
VP AX-10 8 degree Chubs Grey VPS02866 = $42.99
VP AX-10 8 degree Knuckles Grey VPS02856 = $42.99
VP AX-10 VVD Set VPS05321 = $94.99
(2) VP Locker VPS05990 = $67.98
VP Currie Front AX-10 Axle Grey VPS06603 = $169.00
VP Currie Rear AX-10 Axle Grey VPS06604 = $140.50
(2) Axial Heavy Duty Bevel Gear Set 36T/14T AX30401 = $57.00
Hot Racing 12mm Aluminum Hex SLF1006 = $12.99
VP SCX-JK Panhard bar for Vanquish SCX Currie axles (silver) = $28.00

Total = $746.42

Current Running Total = $4081.45

 

[nanan00]

Wow that is an amazing rig... I was wondering, how much of the original axial jeep is left at this point? Body, frame rails, rocker rails...?

 

[nissan_driver24]

Wow that is an amazing rig... I was wondering, how much of the original axial jeep is left at this point? Body, frame rails, rocker rails...?

Thank you , you got most of that right. Here's the list of original parts : Jeep Body, Frame Rail, RX Box, Skid Plate, Some Bearings, Body Posts, Rockers, Battery tray (modified), Rear Swing out carrier, tires, rear cross member. A few parts but a lot of it is gone that was original to the rtr form.

 

[FlipItOver!]

No sir I will not, This thing is gonna just stay a shelf queen / slight trail runner (when I finally decide to do that). I'll bring it to the next GSRCC event to show it off

New pictures will be coming since there are a couple new parts on it since the last time I posted any pics.

Hahaha. I totally understand, I took it very easy with my kit after it was first put together. Not sure I would ever wanna use a rig I put that much time and money into in a comp. maybe a light trail run like you said, a very clean and wide trail:lmao: running or not it will still be cool to see this thing in person.

 

[Trump1]

Wheels/Tires:

(3) VP 1.9 Scaler Screw Kit = $35.97
(2) VP SLW 600 Wheel Hubs = $29.98
(1) VP SLW 475 Wheel Hubs = $14.99
(5) VP OMF Scallop Bead Lock Ring Grey = $52.50
(5) VP Front Ring Black = $52.35
(5) VP Clamp Ring = $20.00
(5) VP Outlaw II Rear Ring Gunmetal = $65.00
Crawler Innovation Lil Nova 1.9 Dual Stage 4.5T MED Foam Pair = $10.95
Crawler Innovation Lil Nova 1.9 Dual Stage 4.5T FIRM Foam Pair = $10.95

Total = $292.69

Hi Mike,

Could please elaborate why you went with 475 & 600 VP hubs?

Is 475 and 600 equivalent to 12mm and 15mm, respectively?

Thank you.

 

[2003EDGE]

I know that with 600 all the way around on my Curries that the rear looks just a tick narrower than the front. But I will measure it to verify my suspicions lol

 

[nissan_driver24]

Hi Mike,

Could please elaborate why you went with 475 & 600 VP hubs?

Is 475 and 600 equivalent to 12mm and 15mm, respectively?

Thank you.

I don't know the exact dimension differences between the 475 and 600 hubs but I can tell you why I bought what it did.

The 600 are for the 4 tires and one of the 475 is for the spare tire I went with the 475 because it fits a lot better on the stock spare tire mount. I did the same with my Honcho. Hopefully this is good answer for you.

I know that with 600 all the way around on my Curries that the rear looks just a tick narrower than the front. But I will measure it to verify my suspicions lol

With 600 all around the front and rear should be the same width.

 

[Trump1]

Thanks for your responses. I was planning on going with the 600's. I just wanted to be sure of the size/ width.

I was looking for at least 13mm wide.

Does VP sell single wheels for a spare? I was going to call them, but if anyone knows it would be helpful.

Thanks.

 

[2003EDGE]

They are....it was just my eyes playing tricks on me. Just another excuse to get out the calipers.

 

[Trump1]

They are....it was just my eyes playing tricks on me. Just another excuse to get out the calipers.

Thank you for checKing. Are the 600 hubs about 15mm wide?

 

[nissan_driver24]

Haha, I had a feeling you'd be keeping this one pristine!

Ty, after all of the hours on it I was such a fun build that I don't want to do it again lol

Thanks for your responses. I was planning on going with the 600's. I just wanted to be sure of the size/ width.

I was looking for at least 13mm wide.

Does VP sell single wheels for a spare? I was going to call them, but if anyone knows it would be helpful.

Thanks.

Your welcome, I think 600 was a best all around width for crawling and looks. I hate it when 1.9 have some crazy offset where the wheels stick out too far. Depending which wheels you buy the OMF beadlock wheels are sold individually by parts so you can pick and choose your color, but slw, new methods wheels, and the xd wheels all comes in pairs at the time being. I'm not sure if VP will offer single wheels on the ones that comes only in pairs (I could ask if you would like)