RCSparks Studio Community - Scale Build Projects http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/ Showcase your building skills en Sun, 19 May 2013 08:49:57 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/images/misc/rss.png RCSparks Studio Community - Scale Build Projects http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/ my beater body build http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/scale-build-projects/23778-my-beater-body-build.html Thu, 16 May 2013 19:36:49 GMT some of you may have seen my other thread about... some of you may have seen my other thread about stripping a body using nitro fuel and here is the near final result after painting though i still have a few bits to paint like the rust effect were the masking tape is still there but heres some pics of what ive done so far.

here how it started out


than abit of stripping


stripped and masked up


]]> Scale Build Projects sturtad http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/scale-build-projects/23778-my-beater-body-build.html <![CDATA[Hey what's up I'm new to RC crawling]]> http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/scale-build-projects/23766-hey-whats-up-im-new-rc-crawling.html Thu, 16 May 2013 07:30:54 GMT What's up everyone I just received a brand new trail finder 2 and am in the process of painting the body and the Lil driver from rc4wd ill keep you guys updated as I go along ]]> Scale Build Projects Mcbadazz http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/scale-build-projects/23766-hey-whats-up-im-new-rc-crawling.html <![CDATA[AXIAL Project "Dubliner"]]> http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/scale-build-projects/23728-project-dubliner.html Tue, 14 May 2013 21:44:52 GMT well the story is whery long,but i will tell you... well the story is whery long,but i will tell you short how it started.first having a AX10,decided to go for a FOFF-er,run few times,didn't like the idea.in the mean i moved to Dublin,and since i couldn't stay far from RC,i planed this project.why "Dubliner"....well your guesing,i'm living now in Dublin....so it's the perfect name.
this is how is looking now [IMG][/IMG]

the plan is like this buy 2 body,one for show [IMG][/IMG]

and one for bashing,with some details on it [IMG][/IMG]

for the moment i just received some parts that i ordered,waiting for some more to come.here is what i got till now

RC4WD front bumper [IMG][/IMG]
battery and electronics tray [IMG][/IMG]
ground ancor [IMG][/IMG]

more update to come,waiting for my old AX10 to arrive from my country,then i'l start working on it,can't wait since is my first major project,whit so many things involved,but i think it will be a not so fast one,just wanna take my time to be done as i imagined ]]> Scale Build Projects Catalin http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/scale-build-projects/23728-project-dubliner.html My Boys Rubicons get the treatment http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/scale-build-projects/23721-my-boys-rubicons-get-treatment.html Tue, 14 May 2013 11:04:11 GMT Got my 2 sons (aged 4 and 6) the rtr rubicon for... Got my 2 sons (aged 4 and 6) the rtr rubicon for xmas. They've had great fun with them up till now, with only a few upgrades done so far, those being all the aluminium upgrades for the front axle, and a holmes hobbies 35t motor.

This was there first outing on Boxing Day.
1st GoPro SCX10 - YouTube

Anyway have been umming and arring as to whether or not I should give them a proper paint job on the outside and make them a little more scale.

Last night decided yes, so stripped down, rubbed down, primered and painted the first one in Ford Dove Grey, looks a little creamy now but it turns grayer after a few days curing.
Going to recreate the black armour sections too.

This being the look I'm aiming for



Then I've ordered a couple of these to go on.



Next up I guess will be bumpers, sliders, links then at some point wheels and tires.

My 4 year old succesfully clearing and landing jumping 2 hiluxs at our last scale meeting.
]]> Scale Build Projects UKBill http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/scale-build-projects/23721-my-boys-rubicons-get-treatment.html <![CDATA[Project: White Knight AKA DJ's TTC truck]]> http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/scale-build-projects/23673-project-white-knight-aka-djs-ttc-truck.html Sun, 12 May 2013 15:55:58 GMT As the title says this is going to be my 2013 TTC... As the title says this is going to be my 2013 TTC truck. Everything but the axle gears, transmission and electronics have come from my spare parts....... Ill do a over view of it then ill get to the pictures!!!!

Scx10 axles. Rear axle is stock and front has Topcad chubs, knuckles and steering link rest is stock. X8 wraith plastic upper links for clearance. Scx10 shocks aluminum front and plastic rear, stock springs with 32w oil. Old school driveshaft's with retaining rings (I prefer them over the wild boar). I have made the chassis rails & braces out of 6mm puck board. Strong, lighter then metal and I can thread it!
I have a set of white Chevy 6 blolt rims from Rc4wd and Proline hammer tires!! Transmission is a Rc4wd AX-2 2speed with the heavy duty output shaft Upgrade!!!!!! From what I have seen that is the major week spot so took care of it :D Electronics are undecided but that's enough talk on to Pictures!!!!!

Transmission with HD shaft.




Hour of searching through my stuff this is what I came up with for axles!!! Gears are from my Exo Terra buggy :ouch:



BAM built!!!!! Gun metal Aluminum :D





16inch long 4 inch high.



Marked out!!! One inch rails with a one inch transmission drop 16 inch long.



X2 cut out.



Working away :haveaniceday:



Lots of holes now all counter sunk (haha I messed that one up.......)



WOW clearance!!!!



Tranny go here? LOL



That's as far as I got so will be updating soon!!!!

The body will remain unsaid for now :seriousbusiness: ]]> Scale Build Projects RCEngineer http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/scale-build-projects/23673-project-white-knight-aka-djs-ttc-truck.html AXIAL SCX10 6X6 build http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/scale-build-projects/23661-scx10-6x6-build.html Sun, 12 May 2013 08:46:37 GMT ok so i want my version of medics Juggernuat so... ok so i want my version of medics Juggernuat so here we go i did my reasearch and got all the parts and prices so its time to start saving here is a list of all the things i need, the sites that im using are, amainhobbies as my main site, onetencrawlers as they are in perth and quick shipping and i know they arent the best but im using towerhobbies and lastly Rhobbies for a controller, my aim is to be the same as medics juggernuat same body different paint, so here is the BIG LIST if im MISSSING ANYTHING let me know please. also i am using the rest of my old honcho so i dont need drive shafts, or stuff that comes from a rtr honcho,

SCX10 honcho 6x6 build
parts required:
3x servo-$149.97
2x diff cases-$23.18
3x diff gears-$83.97
chassis kit-$65.99
2x steering knuckles-$12.78
2x chubs$73.98
2x dog bones$28.98
2x steering links-$37.98
6x shocks-$99.98
6x shock hoops-$19.50
6x super swampers 1.9-$79.47
2x gmade 1.9 rims
scx10 bearing kit-$19.99
2x transmission complete-$97.98
2x fxr combo-$277.40
king hauler body-$56.48
8 channel radio-$85.02
shipping cost-$201.73

TOTAL= $1459.23

so if i work at $15 per hour for 8 hours a day it will only take me about 12 to 13 days or maybe 10 thanks to mum giving house work $15 per week ]]> Scale Build Projects RCinmyblood http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/scale-build-projects/23661-scx10-6x6-build.html Customizing a wraith for a maxx body to fit http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/scale-build-projects/23638-customizing-wraith-maxx-body-fit.html Sat, 11 May 2013 14:25:18 GMT This is a something small I'm doing for a friends Wraith.He had this 70's Bronco body laying around and wanted to put it on his Wraith so here we go.First off was removing the exo cage from it.

Then we noticed with the cage gone we had to address the flex issue from no bracing,so to the bench I went,and came up with this for bracing.I had a straight edge made from 3/16" steel.Took it and chopped it to 16" long and started bending the angles.

I was thinking of doing some design in the brace,but I do carpentry not metal these days.So I made a make shift break with 2 2x4's and a c-clamp and my 20oz eastwing hammer.I broke out the 4" grinder and started cutting the width down so it don't hit the body and look big and bulky,and this is what I came back with.

There's one side down,time to see how the body fits and what mods to the body will have to be done.Luckily no mods were required to the body except the typical cuts for the bumper brackets.Here it sits with one side of the bracing done and the body mounted on.

I painted the brace with some black rustoleum rubberised under coating,but it looks kinda trashy so I might strip it off and go with flat black paint.Here's a pic of the brace for SNG painted up with rubberised under coating.

I should have some updates later today or tonight,hopefully with the it complete except paint on the body. ]]> Scale Build Projects hvydingo http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/scale-build-projects/23638-customizing-wraith-maxx-body-fit.html OTHER Update: Project Diablo Dually http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/scale-build-projects/23631-update-project-diablo-dually.html Sat, 11 May 2013 03:23:27 GMT Here's a teaser...let me know whatcha think!
]]> Scale Build Projects onebadarmada http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/scale-build-projects/23631-update-project-diablo-dually.html custom built Traillers and Caravans http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/scale-build-projects/23592-custom-built-traillers-caravans.html Thu, 09 May 2013 12:57:35 GMT I am building a Custom off-road trailer, this is... I am building a Custom off-road trailer, this is my design , I will post pics as I progress , just got all the materials I needed. ]]> Scale Build Projects Acidfibre http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/scale-build-projects/23592-custom-built-traillers-caravans.html scale garage 1/10 1/8 mostly scratch http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/scale-build-projects/23551-scale-garage-1-10-1-8-mostly-scratch.html Wed, 08 May 2013 13:30:33 GMT ive been wanting to build something like for... ive been wanting to build something like for awhile, so i figure i give it shot .
ive started by buying a peice 1/4 inch styrene, this way i can bolt stuff to the floor.
right now im waiting the floor covering and the wall covering to come in, in the mean while
i started to build a working truck lift. fr the main post ive used 1 inch square stock with 2 actuators in them .
ive purchased a snap on toll box , which is really kool and highly detailed, also found a really kool engine hoist.
ive found some other stuff too. i believe everybody will like what ive in mine . the truck lift is going to really kool when done
so lets get started



]]> Scale Build Projects SemiJoe http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/scale-build-projects/23551-scale-garage-1-10-1-8-mostly-scratch.html axle question for scale build http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/scale-build-projects/23507-axle-question-scale-build.html Tue, 07 May 2013 07:40:06 GMT Ok guys I have done some searching and came up... Ok guys I have done some searching and came up with i really dont know with out having some parts in hand to measure. I am going to build a f-350 flatbed truck like mine i use on the farm. This was my first one ton so i am wanting it to be as close to scale as possible. My question is if I run the stock scx-10 rear end and a axle out of a wraith on the front would my wheels track correctly?
also would the wraith front be entirely to wide for the tamiya body? I am going to run rc4wd dually wheels and the tamiya bfgoodrich tires. The tires or 3 1/2 inches tall so that would be like a 35 which is what is on my 1:1 truck. i am trying to figure out how I can run the axial axles and keep it scale. I may end up trying to figure the gearing out on the tamiya semi truck axle and match a front axle to it. The wraith axle has the pumpkin on the right side so I thought it might work. just looking for thought n Ideas on this. I have ordered my body but could go with lexan f-250 body my buddy has and just cut the bed off, fab up somthing for a back {the headache rack will cover most of it} The 250 body is a little bigger than the tamiya body. ]]> Scale Build Projects tnspark82 http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/scale-build-projects/23507-axle-question-scale-build.html Australian Army 6x6 Build http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/scale-build-projects/23506-australian-army-6x6-build.html Tue, 07 May 2013 07:25:09 GMT Hey guys so I am planning on building a 6x6... Hey guys so I am planning on building a 6x6 pretty soon. Had a chat with my sister who is in the army about some of the 6x6 vehicles they have there. And I have decided to make this:


I made a large order today at tower for all the stuff I am going to need to do this build.



The rest I will be getting from RC4WD like the body which I will be buying soon.

Stay tuned for some more updates when I get the parts or if I have any updates for you guys. :) ]]> Scale Build Projects BlackPhoenix http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/scale-build-projects/23506-australian-army-6x6-build.html A for F-it http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/scale-build-projects/23477-f.html Mon, 06 May 2013 05:20:05 GMT I have decided against doing the Midnight Pumpkin... I have decided against doing the Midnight Pumpkin attempt as failure is always my way of things....

So I will bring RCSPARKERS a Unique and different Shell for the SCX10 dingo/CF100 Kit.
Unique as in Paint job as I do not think this has EVER been attempted in The Trailing world


Clear Shell

Before the trimming begins...


As you can see in this pic the Wheel base is CLOSE.. a little rounding of the guards and it should be OK..
I will have to trim the shells front bar. With this shell I don't want it to loose its Identity so I have moved the winch bar down to a lower point which will reduce
Its off road ability a little... but thats why I made a custom bar mount so I can raise it for when I do competitive trailing and gain that extra centimetre of Front clearance...

Leaving it in the high position means the grill will be removed far too much for my liking and the Ford badge will be buried behind the winch.. Not the intention of this shell..
Its a trailing shell with style more then capability.. ]]> Scale Build Projects Magnat007 http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/scale-build-projects/23477-f.html OTHER MAN 8x8 - the birth of a special truck http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/scale-build-projects/23421-man-8x8-birth-special-truck.html Sat, 04 May 2013 15:57:07 GMT Started some time ago from 2 crawlers that were... Started some time ago from 2 crawlers that were not my description of "fun".
I had a Maxstone 10 and Maverick Scout laying arround and I decided to make something special that no one has in my country (yet).

Build rules:
-light weight (chassis made from layered plexiglass and U profile aluminium bars)
-cost effective (all under or arround the 1000$ mark)
-must be fun to build (we all want it)
-set for TRIAL

So I started...

I made the parts using CorelDraw, went to my local laser enthusiasts to cut them from plexiglass and went to the hobby shop to buy some U shaped aluminium profiles.
I broke down my two crawlers and too the driveshafts, axles, center transmission, weels & tires.

So far, this is what I came up with:

Chassis:



(more pics to come - 6 limit/post) ]]> Scale Build Projects piXel http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/scale-build-projects/23421-man-8x8-birth-special-truck.html OTHER one off - extreme salvage, scale comp wrecker :D http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/scale-build-projects/23414-one-off-extreme-salvage-scale-comp-wrecker-d.html Sat, 04 May 2013 07:10:44 GMT so ... decided to finally pick some parts and... so ... decided to finally pick some parts and just go 'nuts' build my own frame, in the arrangement I want instead of adapting existing things, and see if it works :D and also try and build something more competitive to the scale comps now being run locally

project is in it's infancy... still need to get ahold of a trans, and rims/tires so I can mock and build , but I have in my pile:

- Tamiya Tundra Cab
- Hpi mini trophy IFS/diff assembly
- Axial scx10 rear straight axle
- wraith axle links

on my list of waiting for is a Summit 2spd, and some 1.9 pitbulls on rims I haven't chosen yet.

basically... my own version of the twin hammers.... with a buncha of lights, and a work deck/box thing with 30kg 1/5th scale servos inside it for 'fun' :D

not very exciting yet... but heres the start of my IFS, solid rear, 2spd competition trail wrecker :D

]]> Scale Build Projects Reckless http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/scale-build-projects/23414-one-off-extreme-salvage-scale-comp-wrecker-d.html TAMIYA Resurrecting F350 Highlift - Project Mall Crawler http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/scale-build-projects/23413-resurrecting-f350-highlift-project-mall-crawler.html Sat, 04 May 2013 06:48:57 GMT okay, some may remember I was wondering what to... okay, some may remember I was wondering what to do with this truck... I had planned to use it's bits in 3 different projects .. but those ideas got shot down in a way ...

I've always found the highlift with scale wheels to look goofy ... like a great big truck with way too much money spent on it to look cool and normally wearing massive tires... but they put the stock size winter tires on...

I've been thinking that I need a 'fun' truck .. not a basher, or a crawler... somewhere in between ... the trails we usually hit on sundays are moderate to easy (the kids come with us) ... so I wanted something more situated to that, and possibly tow a boat and/or car trailer later on.

so I decided to rebuild the highlift, with minimal modifications, but mods non the less...

at this point I'm just putting it back to running, near stock so I can decide what to do and if I want to put that much more into it.

proline 2.2 beadlocks, 5.4 inch tires (the ones that were originally on my war wagon, and the 4.3 inch tire foams ) .. had to perform a body lift in the simple form of flipping the cab mounts to the top of their mounts, and spacers for the box tilt. this was pretty much the perfect amount of body lift for the tires



again it's not a crawler, but its gotta have SOME flex ;)



mods in my brain are : trans/motor relocation kit, front shackle reversal, rc4wd revolver shackles ... and I think the 3spd trans will be a good match for the EZrun 32T brushless I have kicking around that needs a new ESC. I'll probably have to switch driveshafts and 'shocks' to suit above mods...

I also will be doing a smoke kit with exhaust stacks in the bed ;) and innder fenders/splash guards...

water proofing will be minimal ... considering theres just over 6inchs of clearance till water gets to anything electrical, and that's just the servo's ... there another couple inchs till the important expensive bits ;) ]]> Scale Build Projects Reckless http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/scale-build-projects/23413-resurrecting-f350-highlift-project-mall-crawler.html AXIAL from dingo to boyer http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/scale-build-projects/23412-dingo-boyer.html Sat, 04 May 2013 06:31:50 GMT decided to change the dingo but could not decide... decided to change the dingo but could not decide what too.

so while searching about i came across this and thought i have to have it :whistle:

so a deal was done and here it is









]]> Scale Build Projects cossack http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/scale-build-projects/23412-dingo-boyer.html Losi night crawler scaler http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/scale-build-projects/23401-losi-night-crawler-scaler.html Sat, 04 May 2013 03:11:43 GMT Two years ago I was given a losi night crawler... Two years ago I was given a losi night crawler for Christmas and after about 6 months it started having problems. Well I was given a scx10 for Christmas last year and after driving it and modding it. I recently decide I was going to turn my losi night crawler into a scaler, using the honcho body and making a custom chassis, bulbar, tray. I'm still going to use everything off the losi night crawler with the exception of the chassis and body. Well today I started building the tray and this is the result of the headboard.





It has not been welded together yet but I think it looks pretty good so far. I am using 6mm round bar to construct the chassis, tray an bulbar. If u are wondering what the big tubes are hanging down the side they will eventually be bend around and will become my sliders.

I have plans that this truck is going to be my mud truck and then my scx10 wont get so abused, which means I can keep in top condition. I will more updates to come soon. Damn this is going to be a fun build ]]> Scale Build Projects JK_Wrangler http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/scale-build-projects/23401-losi-night-crawler-scaler.html <![CDATA[hammell557's f350 styled twin hammers]]> http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/scale-build-projects/23396-hammell557s-f350-styled-twin-hammers.html Fri, 03 May 2013 23:31:24 GMT i have always wanted a sick looking prerunner... i have always wanted a sick looking prerunner type rig an now that i have the twin hammers i cut an modded the proline f350 body to fit it an here is the results

yes it still needs paint an lots more cleaning up on the body

check it out!!!








i had to extend the rear end 3/4 of a inch for it to fit the bodys wheelbase

]]> Scale Build Projects hammell557 http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/scale-build-projects/23396-hammell557s-f350-styled-twin-hammers.html newbie wraith build http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/scale-build-projects/23385-newbie-wraith-build.html Fri, 03 May 2013 08:50:29 GMT Hi guys. This is alittle vid of my wraith. This... Hi guys. This is alittle vid of my wraith. This is my first rc and i didnt like the fact it wanted to turn over so much. I decide to hop it up a bit. Here is what all I have
Wraith kit not the rtr
Hitec HS-7955tg Ultra torque titanium gear digital servo
axial simple led lights n controller
rc4wd 2.2 Dick Cepek internal beadlock wheels
rc4wd 2.2 interco Irok super soft n sticky tires
rc4wd axial HD Bevel gear set 43t/13t
rc4wd 2 speed transmission
SHD Differential Lockers
Junfac Hardenen driveshafts
Integy Billet machined front axle
integy Billet machined rear axle
Integy Billet machined lower suspension link mounts
Msr11 Rock crawler shocks
HR aluminum cnc upper ladder bars
ckrc battery forward plate
ckrc level 3 droop kit
Castle sidwinder 4600kv brushless motor and speed controller
Turngy 3s 2200 lipos

on order n should get monday
new gears that I broke
vanquish titanium links and steering arms
idk what bearings but some good bearing that my buddies run

Everything that I ordered was good and worked well except for the integy steering and the integy bearings. Idk if I just got some bad bearings or if they are the cheap and just dont last. The steering is different though. I had the brass ring that presses in the steering arm to hold the ball joint it come of on three joints. The integy shocks, we think they are awesome. They do really well.
Let me know what you guys think.

http://s1189.photobucket.com/user/tn...A095C.mp4.html ]]> Scale Build Projects tnspark82 http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/scale-build-projects/23385-newbie-wraith-build.html steel framed mud truck. http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/scale-build-projects/23333-steel-framed-mud-truck.html Wed, 01 May 2013 14:13:30 GMT So, since I have a bit of spare parts laying... So, since I have a bit of spare parts laying around, and I've built a few 1:1 mud trucks, I figured why not build an rc version from scratch. Like the good ol days. Once I get some steel cut up, I'll post some pics. So you'll just have to wait and see :haveaniceday: it should be good. Hope you all enjoy. ]]> Scale Build Projects mud http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/scale-build-projects/23333-steel-framed-mud-truck.html Project Overkill http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/scale-build-projects/23331-project-overkill.html Wed, 01 May 2013 10:54:29 GMT I want to make project overkill till episode 6,... I want to make project overkill till episode 6, do you think this is a good idea, with the ford f250 body, Will it look good or not so good. I'm also looking to buy the Tamiya tundra kit. Should i buy the tundra or build overkill till episode 6. I need help even from other Newbees just like me.
Thanks ]]> Scale Build Projects customrig http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/scale-build-projects/23331-project-overkill.html OTHER Project Diablo Dually upgraded http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/scale-build-projects/23322-project-diablo-dually-upgraded.html Wed, 01 May 2013 01:28:35 GMT Almost ready for paint! Just did a little more... Almost ready for paint! Just did a little more before the final tear down!
Whatcha think?


Camo LED light bar

Roof rack/light bar



Ready to paint! ]]> Scale Build Projects onebadarmada http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/scale-build-projects/23322-project-diablo-dually-upgraded.html AXIAL rear shock set-up (home brew) http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/scale-build-projects/23277-rear-shock-set-up-home-brew.html Mon, 29 Apr 2013 22:39:33 GMT the reason for this mod was to get the frame... the reason for this mod was to get the frame rails clear so i can build a (real) box for the mog without the shock towers being a problem. it keeps the same stock ride hieght and has way more flex in the rear. will see if thats a good thing. also im using the stock shocks.

heres the pics.










Hills. ]]> Scale Build Projects Hills http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/scale-build-projects/23277-rear-shock-set-up-home-brew.html <![CDATA[CC01 "Raina-Mog"! Pt 3, getting the family into RC!]]> http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/scale-build-projects/23256-cc01-raina-mog-pt-3-getting-family-into-rc.html Mon, 29 Apr 2013 05:46:03 GMT I am having a ton of fun with this! I may just... I am having a ton of fun with this! I may just have to find someone else to build rigs for if I ever run out of projects with my kids!!

So my oldest, the one who got the Pikachu Bug, http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/bashin...-my-guide.html

We pondered and looked at a LOT of different RC's to find her a trail rig... Doodled with several possible themes, and what would go good with what RC...

We finally landed on the Tamiya CC01 Unimog in an Adventure Time theme... And here is the progress thus far! Hence" was, the "Raina-Mog" was born!!!

Enjoy!!


Tri-tone paint...


Scored these C-Hubs for $5! Just happened to have some bearings to stuff in them too!!


Spare RC4WD Hex drives I had laying around... Not a bad free upgrade!


HR Drive shaft I had laying around, another essentially free upgrade!


The 45t from my TrailStomper, the servo from my Trail Stomper, and the Outcry ESC which has been waterproofed... ]]> Scale Build Projects Maligna http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/scale-build-projects/23256-cc01-raina-mog-pt-3-getting-family-into-rc.html RCJohan- Bodies for my SCX10 http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/scale-build-projects/23237-rcjohan-bodies-my-scx10.html Sun, 28 Apr 2013 18:28:07 GMT Thought I'd make a new thread, so I'll keep the chassis updates in one and the body updates in this...
Here's the bodies I have for it so far:
First of, the Dingo, painted to match my Toyota GT86:


And the second, my home made Bronco- inspired one:


]]> Scale Build Projects RCJohan http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/scale-build-projects/23237-rcjohan-bodies-my-scx10.html JeepEeter {Range Rover Autobiography Edition} http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/scale-build-projects/23221-jeepeeter-%7Brange-rover-autobiography-edition%7D.html Sun, 28 Apr 2013 03:32:19 GMT Build thread for build #20 in the... Build thread for build #20 in the MrRangeRover1996 garage. Project JeepEeter.

I am using the Axial SCX10 chassis/suspension from "Spare Time", a custom Dingo/Land Rover pick up that I build about a year ago. The Body for this build will be a black Fast Lane 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Autobiography Edition.

Because of the width of the body, I have decided to mount the Axial fender flairs to this body. This will allow larger tires without sticking out past the body too far.

Not sure of the tire/wheel combo I will use, but for now I will use the Flatiron/8-hole that comes stock on the RTR Dingo. Also not sure of the electronics I will be using.

I shorten the wheelbase by using custom steel links and removed 1/8" from the chassis rails to allow the frame to sit inside the body.

progress so far...
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]]> Scale Build Projects MrRangeRover1996 http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/scale-build-projects/23221-jeepeeter-%7Brange-rover-autobiography-edition%7D.html AXIAL Project Nimbus. http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/scale-build-projects/23194-project-nimbus.html Sat, 27 Apr 2013 12:23:35 GMT Hello RC Sparks. Last week I got an Axial AX-10... Hello RC Sparks. Last week I got an Axial AX-10 on a TCS-X-Trail chassis from craigslist for 200 bucks. It was probably the best 200 I've ever spent. So far all I've done was tune it, change the looks and add an XL-5 esc. Here's the stuff I have done.
-Tuned the suspension, the old set up was really bad and stiff. (swapped rear springs and trimmed front)
-Added the XL-5
-Sealed the tires with air
-Made front and rear bumpers
-Stripped and repainted the body
Anyway, here's a few pics.

This was the 2nd day I had it. You can see where the paint was already chipping.

Here it is a bit later when I made the front bumper. Most of the paint on the topside was chipped off by this point.

Here's a topside shot of the chassis as it sits this morning. The wheels are off because I have to reseal them. (I forgot the silicone on one of the lock rings) Also, before anyone asks, the little tube behind the ESC holds spare grub screws for the driveshafts and extra body pins. There's even a little allen wrench velcro'd on for the screws.

Lastly, here's the body. The paint wouldn't all come off, so I had nothing to lose painting it. It came out looking beat to crap which is what I wanted for it, and it was cheaper than buying a new body.

Next step is finishing the tires and then ordering a honcho body. My idea is to take off the rear cage and mount it to the chevy cab. As long as the person on ebay pays me today I should have it by next week. If anyone has questions just ask.
Thanks for looking, JW ]]> Scale Build Projects JakobW http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/scale-build-projects/23194-project-nimbus.html Ven-Axial Trail Creeper ( Atomik pay attention! ) http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/scale-build-projects/23182-ven-axial-trail-creeper-atomik-pay-attention.html Sat, 27 Apr 2013 01:56:36 GMT It's not that i didn't like my creeper. In fact my creeper could almost crawl over anything but thanks to rudeboyz, crawler ted and of course mepic himself. I decided to convert my venom creeper into a trail truck. here are a few of the before pics. Both axles are locked with parts from venom.
Just showing off the flex!



Knowing i wanted to convert this to a scale/trail rig. I cleaned the back axle up with HR aluminum axle ends and modified some axial AX10 shafts to fit inside.


Snow test just after the solid axle mod.


Here's the last pic of my creeper in creeper form. Was around Thanksgiving time 2012.


Another pic with the GF's Safari. This would be the last run for my creeper for awhile.


So with winter approaching here in upstate NY. I needed a project and still wanted to make a trail rig. I spent many of hour researching and then finally knowing where to start. I needed a frame. Not just a frame but an axial SCX10 honcho frame. Evil ebay had found me one! While looking for a frame. I knew what body i wanted well over a year ago . The Tamiya Hilux Bruiser Yota body. I'd be giving my creeper turtle its hard shell finally.

]]> Scale Build Projects Z0MBI3 http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/scale-build-projects/23182-ven-axial-trail-creeper-atomik-pay-attention.html AXIAL Scx10 honcho rebuild/upgrade!!!!! http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/scale-build-projects/23164-scx10-honcho-rebuild-upgrade.html Fri, 26 Apr 2013 12:12:27 GMT so i got my honcho when the new version came out,... so i got my honcho when the new version came out, i was just 14,15 now, but i was stupid and sprayed everything in silver and it looked like crap, i tried modding the tray it failed so i made a new one, it is running a 27t axial motor, traxxas xl-5 esc and a hi-tech radio and now i have some time im rebuilding and upgrading it but i need help with what shocks i should get. here is a few pics on my progress.








]]> Scale Build Projects RCinmyblood http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/scale-build-projects/23164-scx10-honcho-rebuild-upgrade.html Craigslist Beauty! http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/scale-build-projects/23154-craigslist-beauty.html Fri, 26 Apr 2013 04:14:25 GMT So I just got home after driving for like 2 hours... So I just got home after driving for like 2 hours to pick up this amazing deal on craiglist, He Traded a very used but still nice looking wraith for one of my short Course Trucks (hpi Blitz) Straight up no hassle or extra cash, If any of you have seen my videos you know i like making a rig the best it can possibly look but still being able to crawl over almost anything and thats what i plan on doing here,

Cage chopping time? ]]> Scale Build Projects DezertRC http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/scale-build-projects/23154-craigslist-beauty.html project MONSTER DINGO!!!! http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/scale-build-projects/23069-project-monster-dingo.html Wed, 24 Apr 2013 00:27:21 GMT i want to make my dingo into a monster truck. i... i want to make my dingo into a monster truck. i have an old dead t-maxx just loafing about and being useless . so i decided today that i would take on a build for fun . im pretty new at this so bear with me while i fumble through the customization process. its going to be a simple build nothing too fancy. what im going to need for this build is a set of solid axles that will accept the 4link suspension. anyone know of any 1/10 monster trucks that run a solid axle? ]]> Scale Build Projects bumpin http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/scale-build-projects/23069-project-monster-dingo.html Project:Wraptor http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/scale-build-projects/23064-project-wraptor.html Tue, 23 Apr 2013 23:39:24 GMT Picked this up on a good deal. Has full interior.... Picked this up on a good deal. Has full interior. Going to run wraith axels under it(hence the name)


Can hide all electronics in the truck box.

Was gonna run 2.2's but a tall 1.9 looks really scale!

Interior shot complete with monster energy drink!
]]> Scale Build Projects Tklatti http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/scale-build-projects/23064-project-wraptor.html Beginning of Xtreme Chevy pickup build http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/scale-build-projects/23008-beginning-xtreme-chevy-pickup-build.html Mon, 22 Apr 2013 04:21:21 GMT I bought a used SCX10 with a betty body, and... I bought a used SCX10 with a betty body, and Wheely King Axles several years ago off Ebay. I worked a a Chevy dealership as a parts man so I figured i needed to build a Chevy Truck. i purchased a Clodbuster body, but the wheel base was wrong. So i purchased a few more bodies and set out to alter he wheel base. this is how far i got before life got in the way and i stopped on the project. recently my son and I have gotten into working on them so i dug this truck out of storage and panted the Betty body. Here is the starting point.




[IM
G]http://i1278.photobucket.com/albums/y509/Randy_Linn/XstremeClod010_zps316bf8db.jpg[/IMG] ]]> Scale Build Projects dreamwarrior http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/scale-build-projects/23008-beginning-xtreme-chevy-pickup-build.html Weekend Trailer build http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/scale-build-projects/23006-weekend-trailer-build.html Mon, 22 Apr 2013 03:26:51 GMT Lately i have really wanted to try to do some... Lately i have really wanted to try to do some aluminum body panels and needed and easy project to practice on.
Here is what i did on my snowy weekend in the shop.
First off i built a trailer frame.
Started with 5$ in 5/16 and 1/4 inch bar stock.




Using my wraith as a scale i cut the stock by eye until it was the right size. ( about 10" long or so)



Tack welded everything in place with a mig welder


Since i was just going for a quick trailer i ruffly cut the hit bars the same length as the cross members and angled the ends to make it easier to weld in place
]]> Scale Build Projects BeafMT http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/scale-build-projects/23006-weekend-trailer-build.html Beginning of Xtreme Chevy pickup build http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/scale-build-projects/23005-beginning-xtreme-chevy-pickup-build.html Mon, 22 Apr 2013 02:40:24 GMT I bought a used SCX10 with a betty body, and... I bought a used SCX10 with a betty body, and Wheely King Axles several years ago off Ebay. I worked a a Chevy dealership as a parts man so I figured i needed to build a Chevy Truck. i purchased a Clodbuster body, but the wheel base was wrong. So i purchased a few more bodies and set out to alter he wheel base. this is how far i got before life got in the way and i stopped on the project. recently my son and I have gotten into working on them so i dug this truck out of storage and panted the Betty body. Here is the starting point.




[IM
G]http://i1278.photobucket.com/albums/y509/Randy_Linn/XstremeClod010_zps316bf8db.jpg[/IMG] ]]> Scale Build Projects dreamwarrior http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/scale-build-projects/23005-beginning-xtreme-chevy-pickup-build.html my tow/wrecker build (credit go`s to krazy joe) http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/scale-build-projects/22975-my-tow-wrecker-build-credit-go%60s-krazy-joe.html Sun, 21 Apr 2013 17:35:27 GMT after seeing a few vids with krazy joes tow truck... after seeing a few vids with krazy joes tow truck in it i decided to build my own one. so far ive built most of the tow part but i still need some stuff to finish it off like threaded rod some rubber and chains which i have coming from a mate these are the only pics i have right now but i would like to say a big thanks to krazy joe for building his one so i could get a good idea for my build.




heres the insparation

]]> Scale Build Projects sturtad http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/scale-build-projects/22975-my-tow-wrecker-build-credit-go%60s-krazy-joe.html My scale trailer build http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/scale-build-projects/22972-my-scale-trailer-build.html Sun, 21 Apr 2013 15:55:55 GMT Thought I would share with everyone a some what... Thought I would share with everyone a some what step by step of a trailer build that I am working Please let me know what you think
I have started out with 1 8ft long piece of aluminum channel [IMG][/IMG]
Then marked and notched out a 90 degree notch at 21inches[IMG][/IMG][IMG][/IMG]
Then another notch at 12inches [IMG][/IMG]
Then another notch at 21inches again I did it this way for extra strength then bent them into a rectangle but on the 3rd notch it broke oh well lol[IMG][/IMG]

Stay tuned more to come!! thank you for viewing my build!!:haveaniceday: ]]> Scale Build Projects camarokert http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/scale-build-projects/22972-my-scale-trailer-build.html <![CDATA[AXIAL The Super Honcho 2.0 AKA "The Giant"]]> http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/scale-build-projects/22971-super-honcho-2-0-aka-giant.html Sun, 21 Apr 2013 15:55:05 GMT I dont know if you rember my truck the super... I dont know if you rember my truck the super honcho......



Well..... it has been a thing of the past and no longer exists, so i decided the other day that i was going to build the biggest badest honcho you've ever seen!!Here are some pictures for now of what i have built so far. I will be updateing this thread as i work on the truck and will have a list of parts when im done.









Sorry for the lack of info! I will put all the info in soon, i ran out of time! :) ]]> Scale Build Projects Juddp http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/scale-build-projects/22971-super-honcho-2-0-aka-giant.html Question About King Shocks! http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/scale-build-projects/22967-question-about-king-shocks.html Sun, 21 Apr 2013 14:45:07 GMT Does anyone else have the 110mm King Shocks? My... Does anyone else have the 110mm King Shocks? My question was, I know they come dry (no oil in them), I see they have seals on them so I wanting to see if anyone has filled them with oil? The reason I ask is because my 1:8 scale new bright jeep body is pretty heavy so itll gets bouncy and side to side roll and was wanting to take some of the bounce out of it? ]]> Scale Build Projects Dtrex77 http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/scale-build-projects/22967-question-about-king-shocks.html AXIAL Mud truck http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/scale-build-projects/22957-mud-truck.html Sun, 21 Apr 2013 08:31:01 GMT What I have is a axial scx 10 dingo kit. The...
What I have is a axial scx 10 dingo kit. The intended use of this rig is for power wheel speed playing in the mud but still be trail friendly. In the process of assembly I set the chassis up with front and rear 4 link. Using the honcho upper and lower rear links in the front allowed me to have the front 4 link set up and a 12.3 wheelbase. There is a few things i will be using like a Level 3 rc dual motor mount,Vanquish products aluminum transmission housing,Robinson racing transmission gears, Junfac hardened carbon steel universal shafts, Gmade g-transition shock black 90mm ,Integy alloy type VII 2.2 beadlock wheels wrapped in rc4wd mud slingers 2.2 tires. Now to feed the power to the ground. that will be done by 2 velineon 3500 vrushless motors and 2 vxl-3s Waterproof ecs's with 2 3s lipo batteries. To control this monster I will be using a spektrum dx3c,sr300 dsm 3-channel sport receiver.














]]> Scale Build Projects GreenGoblin http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/scale-build-projects/22957-mud-truck.html LEDs for the dingo yes please http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/scale-build-projects/22949-leds-dingo-yes-please.html Sun, 21 Apr 2013 01:38:35 GMT So this was my first rc build ever and it's done know with the instulation of LEDs











]]> Scale Build Projects tcp57fd http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/scale-build-projects/22949-leds-dingo-yes-please.html TAMIYA Runners tundra build! http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/scale-build-projects/22923-runners-tundra-build.html Sat, 20 Apr 2013 13:33:43 GMT Well ive been working on the tundra lately. As... Well ive been working on the tundra lately. As yall know i got new beadlocks put on it with the tomahawks 1.9's. Im in the process of lifting the trans. Pics later hopefully. Wife turned 21 today so idk how much time ill get today to put it all back together.

This is what it looked like the day i brought it home.



Ill get pics as soon as i get it back together. Debating on the tomahawks or swampers! ]]> Scale Build Projects scxrunner http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/scale-build-projects/22923-runners-tundra-build.html Custom Wraith Kit With working stereo (pic heavy) http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/scale-build-projects/22918-custom-wraith-kit-working-stereo-pic-heavy.html Sat, 20 Apr 2013 04:49:54 GMT Ordered my first rc kit project about a month ago... Ordered my first rc kit project about a month ago and here is my progress so far.

Here is a shot of my Novak Rockstar 45t motor on my transmission (stock Wraith gears). I also moved the rx box to the front of the battery compartment in the rear of the truck.



These shots show my esc (Novak Eiger brushed/brushless) in the back of the battery tray with a castle creations 10amp bec crammed in beside it.


The cross member and a little velcro holds the rx box in place and a velcro strap keeps everything else from falling out.


I cut the front cross member to make it easier to remove the battery from the front of the truck. A strip of velcro, a strap and some hot glue made a nice battery holder and really helped the climbing performance of the machine with the weight up front.
]]> Scale Build Projects BeafMT http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/scale-build-projects/22918-custom-wraith-kit-working-stereo-pic-heavy.html AXIAL SCX10 Leaf Springs http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/scale-build-projects/22915-scx10-leaf-springs.html Sat, 20 Apr 2013 02:50:22 GMT Just did some searching on here and I didn't find clearly any threads for people who have done leaf spring kit conversions of their scx10. If you got some pics post them. I was looking at trying this with my build. ]]> Scale Build Projects Trazhcan http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/scale-build-projects/22915-scx10-leaf-springs.html wraith upgrade http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/scale-build-projects/22885-wraith-upgrade.html Fri, 19 Apr 2013 04:59:34 GMT So I got my goody box today all my vanquish parts... So I got my goody box today all my vanquish parts for my wraith still want more but have to wait till I have money again.





]]> Scale Build Projects sickinger http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/scale-build-projects/22885-wraith-upgrade.html <![CDATA[SCX10 'Pumpkin Build...]]> http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/scale-build-projects/22836-scx10-pumpkin-build.html Wed, 17 Apr 2013 23:04:43 GMT Oh Yeah the Gauntlet has been laid.. Image:... Oh Yeah the Gauntlet has been laid..


Now I am not gonna go all out with Yellow Rims or nothing... but I am gonna try and re-create the Midnight Pumpkin on an SCX10..

The Body Chosen will be a 56 Ford with a Wheelbase of 11.2 inches.. ( As far as I can tell its as close as the Dingo's 11.3 I can find)
So a Little work is going to be needed to get it to look right..
(Thats if the website I got the body through doesn't tell me its on back order Or I might have to upgrade to a newer Ford like a Raptor)
I might Call it the Magnat pumpkin as I don't wanna get in trouble for blatant copy right lol...





So Stay tuned as I bring this puppy into Reality as my New project...
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]]> Scale Build Projects Magnat007 http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/scale-build-projects/22836-scx10-pumpkin-build.html my 6x6 project http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/scale-build-projects/22832-my-6x6-project.html Wed, 17 Apr 2013 17:45:31 GMT well I said in a previous post that id get pics... well I said in a previous post that id get pics up of my 6x6 exceed maxstone10 I hope these actually come up ]]> Scale Build Projects darkside0914 http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/scale-build-projects/22832-my-6x6-project.html ax10 into scale jeep Cherokee http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/scale-build-projects/22827-ax10-into-scale-jeep-cherokee.html Wed, 17 Apr 2013 15:31:39 GMT Converted my ax10 scorpion into a scaler with the... Converted my ax10 scorpion into a scaler with the TcS crawlers xtrail chassis and a proline Cherokee body that I painted cherry red with black rocker panels, fenders, bumpers and grill. First time painting an rc body and it looks pretty good except for some uneven lines where the good an bumper meet. It currently sits on the stock 2.2 rock lizards from axial but I will be getting some baja claws this summer.

But I'm a bit stuck....I have no idea how to mount the body! Ill put up pics when I'm home from class so you all can see but I can't decide if I should put the posts on the side like the ax10 or on the top like the scx10. Need opinions please! Which would be better for a scaler? ]]> Scale Build Projects Raptor350 http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/scale-build-projects/22827-ax10-into-scale-jeep-cherokee.html SCX 10 Consignment Project Will be heavy pics http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/scale-build-projects/22820-scx-10-consignment-project-will-heavy-pics.html Wed, 17 Apr 2013 04:04:58 GMT A little background, I purchased a truck at the... A little background, I purchased a truck at the local hobby shop I go to. Same place where I bought my wraith kit and purchased a truck that another customer had on consignment. I ended up adding a new 45 turn motor, and a Tekin receiver. Also purchased misc upgrades, new tires and rims. Hard body was already had the primer sprayed.
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]]> Scale Build Projects JammerRC http://www.rcsparks.com/forum/scale-build-projects/22820-scx-10-consignment-project-will-heavy-pics.html