Jim-Bob Posted February 7, 2014 Share Posted February 7, 2014 (edited) Right after many questions from myself it is finally time to start getting on with my Baja build rather than just talking about it! Unfortunately as far as progress goes this is about it.... However I will be ordering the first parts this weekend so I can build the front end ready to mount to the chassis, my plan is to build the Baja up as per the SS guide so I don't miss any little bits along the way, as I'm building from the ground up including hop-ups straight from the off I don't want to be missing as little brackets, etc. The plan for the front end is: - HPI front bulkhead - TR shock tower/brace combo - GH shock tower supports - HPI hub carriers - HPI HD hex hubs - RPM upper and lower arms - HPI ball ends - DarkSoul/Threshold servo saver - IRP front turnbuckles - IRC upper plate and bulkhead/tower braces - IRC high tensile screw kit - IRC enclosed chassis The IRC stuff won't be ordered immediately as it's not all in stock at the moment but as soon as it is I get it order! I think that just about completes the front end for now? I know the shocks are missing but they are fitted later in the build, is there anything glaringly obvious I've missed or something I'm planning on getting that isn't really worth the money/needed? All reviews and opinions welcomed! James Right after many questions from myself it is finally time to start getting on with my Baja build rather than just talking about it! Unfortunately as far as progress goes this is about it.... However I will be ordering the first parts this weekend so I can build the front end ready to mount to the chassis, my plan is to build the Baja up as per the SS guide so I don't miss any little bits along the way, as I'm building from the ground up including hop-ups straight from the off I don't want to be missing as little brackets, etc. The plan for the front end is: - HPI front bulkhead - TR shock tower/brace combo - GH shock tower supports - HPI hub carriers - HPI HD hex hubs - RPM upper and lower arms - HPI ball ends - DarkSoul/Threshold servo saver - IRP front turnbuckles - IRC upper plate and bulkhead/tower braces - IRC high tensile screw kit - IRC enclosed chassis The IRC stuff won't be ordered immediately as it's not all in stock at the moment but as soon as it is I get it order! I think that just about completes the front end for now? I know the shocks are missing but they are fitted later in the build, is there anything glaringly obvious I've missed or something I'm planning on getting that isn't really worth the money/needed? All reviews and opinions welcomed! James Edited February 24, 2014 by Jim-Bob Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thunderwolf Posted February 7, 2014 Share Posted February 7, 2014 couple things i would suggest (from both my bajas, the one i upgraded as i broke it and the one i've been building up like you will be) hpi hex hubs for the front i wouldn't use, i have the vertigo clipless/boltless stub axles on my 2, both with stock hpi rear wheel hexes, literally turns them into a slip on shoe style of fitting. irc also does a bearing kit which i would get before you start as well as their screw kit, again i have them on my build. the bulkhead i run uses the hpi main section but the arm support and bulkhead support are both gh racing alloy. the irc braces for the shocks you won't need if you have the turtle racing brace and tower combo. i also never seen the need for rpm arms but they certainly wouldn't hurt. don't forget you will need hinge pins, irc do a full set of them that use scews and washers rather than e-clips, great option imo also don't forget to look into the under brace that irc do, they sell them with the enclosed chassis for Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
covert Posted February 7, 2014 Share Posted February 7, 2014 Good luck with it , some nice upgrades on the list ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim-Bob Posted February 7, 2014 Author Share Posted February 7, 2014 Thanks Thunderwolf! All the bits you listed from IRC were on my list too but before I could note them down my basket deleted itself so I was going from memory on those bits (will make sure I double check everything before I order those bits!) Do you have a link to the vertigo stub axles, like the sound if that set-up, however I thought the HD hex hubs are clip less anyway or that's how I read it? The ones are was looking at were the HPI 105612 type? Will definitely get shock limiters too but probably not until I get the shocks tbh, and the RPM front bumper has been in the list from day 1, and I thought about it earlier but completely forgot again when writing that list! Doh! Are these the GH bulkhead parts your running? http://abbotsrc.co.uk/GH-Front-Bulkhead-Black-P2077471.aspx If you have you list to hand that would be great! If not don't put yourself out, I'll just keep bombarding everyone with questions! James Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim-Bob Posted February 7, 2014 Author Share Posted February 7, 2014 Good luck with it , some nice upgrades on the list ! Cheers mate! The plan is slow and steady but do it once, do it right! James Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
covert Posted February 7, 2014 Share Posted February 7, 2014 Thats my plan too ! Want a baja that i can bash without fear of breaking stuff Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thunderwolf Posted February 7, 2014 Share Posted February 7, 2014 Cheers mate! The plan is slow and steady but do it once, do it right! James Thats my plan too ! Want a baja that i can bash without fear of breaking stuff more or less my aim on the flux. i got a list on my laptop some place, i'll just need to find it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noj Posted February 7, 2014 Share Posted February 7, 2014 Having built two E-bajas simultaneously (SC and , I threw lots into the SC, rpm, tr etc, and built the B using largely stock parts (arms, front top plate etc) as I wanted to test durablility for myself. The results - the B has proven equally as durable as the SC, with all stock parts holding up fine since summer 2012 and not in need of replacement this year either. The IRC under chassis brace coupled with a stock upper front plate has taken serious abuse and is still all straight and true. There seems to be paranoia amongst certain newbies to the fifth scale scene, where an assumption is made that their creations won't survive the first bash; no idea where this has risen from, my experience says it's a load of tosh! Bling isn't always necessary... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thunderwolf Posted February 7, 2014 Share Posted February 7, 2014 (edited) ok here is the list. i've given a link to said items aswell so you know what ones i'm talking about, but they are by no means the best places to buy from so shop around first i have removed the bling items. it also a list of all the parts fitted to both bajas, because i cba to make 2 different lists lol ATCH-Bomb Craftwerks Alloy Spur Gear Carrier DarksoulBillet Servo Saver Front Shock Shafts Rear Shock ShaftsTubez GBE Engine mount GH RacingArm BraceFront Shock SupportFront Tower SupportRear Tower Support Hemistorm Brake Hex HPIHD DriveshaftsHD Idle GearHD Drive gearHD Diff GearHostileFront FoamsRear Foams - Zero GrowthFront MX TyresRear MX TyresSpur GearInnovative RCEnclosed ChassisV2 Rear ChassisV2 Front upper chassis plateUnder Chassis BraceBearing kitScrew kitHinge Pin SetRear Lower Arm Brace - FrontRear Lower Arm Brace - RearFront Upper Arm BraceFront Lower Arm Brace Front Hinge Pin Brace Rear Upper Chassis Plate Killer RCShock LimitersSilverback RCWheelsMonkey NutsBeadlocks Treashold Servo Saver Spring Support Turtle Racing Brake mount Clutch HousingFront Shock Tower/Brace combo HD Clutch systemRear Shock BraceRPMSparkplug CoverFront BumperRear BumperRear Skid Plate VertigoClipless/Boltless Front Stub Axles Yamadude Throttle/brake linkage i think that covers them all, if not most of the main hopups i can think of, many of them can be had in different colours, i just picked what ever i could find just so you knew what to look for. couple things, steering servo i run are stock but have the metal gear upgrade in them. brake set up also has a 3rd brake pad instead of the ninja star. Edited February 7, 2014 by Thunderwolf 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim-Bob Posted February 7, 2014 Author Share Posted February 7, 2014 That's interesting to hear Noj, I'm a bit of a sucker for that's part of the problem but I have noticed that a fair few hop-ups are actually available cheaper than original parts, despite having better properties, either through durability or ease of use! Cheers for that Thunderwolf much appreciated! James 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thunderwolf Posted February 7, 2014 Share Posted February 7, 2014 you're welcome. if you need anything else just ask (i love bajas) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jony nitro Posted February 7, 2014 Share Posted February 7, 2014 (edited) The fullkill brake throttle set up is better, and its quick release. Nice Links TW Edited February 7, 2014 by jony nitro 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thunderwolf Posted February 7, 2014 Share Posted February 7, 2014 The fullkill brake throttle set up is better, and its quick release. Nice Links TW this wasn't made when i bought the yamadude one but i have een looking at maybe changing to the fullkill set up if i can ever find one Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noj Posted February 7, 2014 Share Posted February 7, 2014 Each to their own Jim, a build is personal of course, and you're right about the cost of certain hop ups being more cost effective than buying stock, especially from companies like IRC. TW has covered everything, not a lot else to add other than crack on fella, by the time you're done, it may be dry enough to run it lololol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thunderwolf Posted February 7, 2014 Share Posted February 7, 2014 (edited) happy to read noj, took me half an hour to get all the links lol i'm not normally this helpful and i didn't even include the bling parts or the possibly better parts that i have because shiney Edited February 7, 2014 by Thunderwolf Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim-Bob Posted February 7, 2014 Author Share Posted February 7, 2014 The fullkill brake throttle set up is better, and its quick release. Nice Links TW Will definitely use the fullkill linkage over the yamadude jonny!happy to read noj, took me half an hour to get all the links lol i'm not normally this helpful and i didn't even include the bling parts or the possibly better parts that i have because shiney I doubly appreciate your help now mate! I thought abbots were cheap (which they are), but baja chop shop is in a another league! Shame everything I want is out of stock ...at least I'm in no rush for parts! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noj Posted February 7, 2014 Share Posted February 7, 2014 That level of info on a build thread is exactly what is required, IMO....the world moves on, new products come and go and older build threads, whilst relevant, maybe outdated in terms of proven kit. Nowt wrong with a change in approach either fella, something I've adopted too following 'recent events' ;-) Lead by example.... JUST PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE CAN WE HAVE SOME DRY WEATHER!!!! All this Baja talk is making mi trigger finger itch! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim-Bob Posted February 12, 2014 Author Share Posted February 12, 2014 The build is finally starting! Better late than never just finished my first order to abbots, so the following is on it's way: 1x HPI 85459 - Ball Press Tool 14mm For Baja 5B & 1/5 scalers 1x Z970 - Bearing Press Tool 12X24mm (Baja & 1/5th) 1x HPI 85418 Front BulkHead Set (Baja) 1x GH Front Shock Support - BLACK 1x Threshold Servo Saver Spring Support 1x DarkSoul Billet Servo Saver for HPI Baja 5b/5T 3x Front Hub Carrier Set (Baja) by HPI 3x HPI 86425 Ball 14X17mm (1Pc) 1x Turtle Racing Baja 5B Shock Tower/Brace combo - Gunmetal 2x RPM Front A-Arms - Black 1x HPI baja ss Complete steering linkage assembly 1x HPI 85414 Steering/Servo Arm Set Components. PART '13' 1x HPI Z956 - Wheel Wrench (24mm) (Baja) Next up will be the IRC order once the screw kit is back in stock! Can't wait to get all the bits in and start building...just need to print the SS manual off first though :/ James Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim-Bob Posted February 14, 2014 Author Share Posted February 14, 2014 (edited) All this lot arrived today...great service from the guys at abbots! 1/5th scale parts are certainly bigger than I imagined, just from the small bits that arrived so far! Also spoke to Rob at Innovative and all the bits I'm after should be in by the middle of next week so I can get them ordered up too James Edited February 15, 2014 by Jim-Bob Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
(-:AD:-) Posted February 15, 2014 Share Posted February 15, 2014 gh parts are so sexy! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim-Bob Posted February 15, 2014 Author Share Posted February 15, 2014 gh parts are so sexy! They certainly are but the TR and RPM bits aren't far behind! Looking forward to the I-RC stuff now after seeing this lot! James Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noj Posted February 15, 2014 Share Posted February 15, 2014 I would buy a better wheel wrench JB, whilst it is great for the building process, I found the nut removal element lost its bite after a while. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim-Bob Posted February 15, 2014 Author Share Posted February 15, 2014 I would buy a better wheel wrench JB, whilst it is great for the building process, I found the nut removal element lost its bite after a while. Will do Noj, I just noticed in the SS manual that the standard one is used for fitting something other than wheel nuts (which I can't remember lol) Will probably put it in my RC toolkit for emergency use when out and about but I've got my trusty socket set at home that I will use for wheel changes 99% of the time, fortunately it was cheap enough from abbots not to worry about it On another note more progress has been made...I how have the full SS manual printed off, just need to find a folder and dome wallets to keep it in now, all 116 pages of it! James Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thunderwolf Posted February 15, 2014 Share Posted February 15, 2014 the plastic wrench is used to fit wheel nuts, shock caps (top and bottom) aswell as the rod ends. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim-Bob Posted February 15, 2014 Author Share Posted February 15, 2014 the plastic wrench is used to fit wheel nuts, shock caps (top and bottom) aswell as the rod ends. Cheers mate, it was the rod ends i'd seen it being used on then...haven't gone as far as shocks yet lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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