ibo Posted December 31, 2014 Author Share Posted December 31, 2014 (edited) All ready to install now,might take a few days off and let you NITO take the lead Edited December 31, 2014 by ibo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ibo Posted December 31, 2014 Author Share Posted December 31, 2014 (edited) Did mine today also, it's great isn't it? Almost a shame to be coming towards the end of the build. I see you've stopped at the same place as me. I'm leaving the motor for tomorrow hopefully. The body will be another challenge entirely!! Glad you enjoyed the gearbox build, it's such a satisfying part. Superb engineering. How do the Axial's compare? Cheers Nito Axials!!would have to think about this now after this build,out of all the models I have built including boats/tanks ect ect this build would be top of the list,I do agree with you though the build is going to quick so gunna slow down a tad Edited December 31, 2014 by ibo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NITO Posted December 31, 2014 Share Posted December 31, 2014 After you,I insist lol! I'm hoping to get the drivetrain into the chassis today, maybe have a look at the electrics but I'm running out of free passes! It's so tempting to get the wheels on!! I need to sort out a steering servo yet, will probably use one I have lying around for the moment but I'd like to keep it all Futaba and I only have one of these servos at the moment. Really happy to hear this is the best build for you, I was wondering about tanks because they too look pretty well engineered. I wonder how the big hauler trucks compare also! Cheers Nito Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ibo Posted January 3, 2015 Author Share Posted January 3, 2015 (edited) Electrics done,I have used the Futaba system of my tank,works perfect with the throttle on the left stick and gearchange/steering on the right stick,have added spacers for the battery tray(which I have to mod)the spacers will lift it a tad so its not sitting on the wires,body posts I have to fit as well.. Edited January 3, 2015 by ibo 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NITO Posted January 3, 2015 Share Posted January 3, 2015 How very satisfying. Great job you've done with spiral wrapping the electrics, I too am planning to sheath mine, looks so much neater. Nice idea with the spacers, might have to steal that one depending on what cable wrap I use! Great to see it all finished with the wheels on...but what are you going to do now lol!?! What made you decide to put gearchange on the right stick and not the left with a shift plate? Do you have a picture of the radio box and which servos did you use? Top job, congratulations Now for the bodyshell lol... Cheers Nito Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
atom3624 Posted January 3, 2015 Share Posted January 3, 2015 Very nice job. Looks good with the spaghetti tidied up as well. I do like the way Tamiya provided alloy parts to start with - nice touch. You did precisely what I did with my Bigfoot / Axios build and replaced the crosshead screws with S/St hex heads - completes the 'professional look'. Al. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ibo Posted January 3, 2015 Author Share Posted January 3, 2015 (edited) Body posts and front/rear bumbers fitted,gunna leave them white for now.. Edited January 3, 2015 by ibo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ibo Posted January 3, 2015 Author Share Posted January 3, 2015 Very nice job. Looks good with the spaghetti tidied up as well. I do like the way Tamiya provided alloy parts to start with - nice touch. You did precisely what I did with my Bigfoot / Axios build and replaced the crosshead screws with S/St hex heads - completes the 'professional look'. Al. Cant beat a bit of bling Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noj Posted January 3, 2015 Share Posted January 3, 2015 One went on the bay for 450 quid last week.....someone got a proper bargain. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
53HRA Posted January 3, 2015 Share Posted January 3, 2015 One went on the bay for 450 quid last week.....someone got a proper bargain. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ibo Posted January 3, 2015 Author Share Posted January 3, 2015 (edited) Batt box moded and fitted I can now fit my slightly bigger overlander batts, Edited January 3, 2015 by ibo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oodboo Posted January 3, 2015 Share Posted January 3, 2015 (edited) Edited January 3, 2015 by oodboo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NITO Posted January 3, 2015 Share Posted January 3, 2015 (edited) I paid 549 from Fusion, I'm a subscribed member on tamiya club but can't post on the forum because the stupid password reset link has never got to me!! Admin never respond so I've pretty much given up despite paying Edited January 3, 2015 by NITO Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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NITO Posted January 3, 2015 Share Posted January 3, 2015 Thanks 53HRA, I'll give that a go. I emailed the site owner from the paypal address of the beneficiary but never heard back. Joanne seems really helpful in my dealings with her. Cheers Nito Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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oodboo Posted January 3, 2015 Share Posted January 3, 2015 ....and suddenly five became four... Damn you all, builders of great Bruisers, another box to hide from the missus It's just one you haven't unpacked yet Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noj Posted January 3, 2015 Share Posted January 3, 2015 ^^ like your thinking Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NITO Posted January 3, 2015 Share Posted January 3, 2015 53HRA, thanks so much for your help, I messaged twinset and he has sorted me out, I'm now in. Been trying unsuccessfully for 2 years,so many thanks to you for that advice! Cheers Nito Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NITO Posted January 3, 2015 Share Posted January 3, 2015 Lol Noj, is that 5 available has become 4 lol? In which case...congratulations!!! I don't think this is a purchase you could possibly regret!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noj Posted January 3, 2015 Share Posted January 3, 2015 It is Nito, between the Watchman, yourself and Ibo, recalling when Nick built one for an MS client and oodboo's Linky to tamico, I caved to the pressure. Not for building now (not sure another Bruiser build thread is needed ), the kit will never lose money and there's something in the knowing that one lives in the wardrobe, lol! 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ibo Posted January 4, 2015 Author Share Posted January 4, 2015 (edited) Just going to look at the shell for now untill I get all the paints together.. Edited January 4, 2015 by ibo 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NITO Posted January 4, 2015 Share Posted January 4, 2015 Will you not be running the cargo hardtop on the back? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smeghead28 Posted January 4, 2015 Share Posted January 4, 2015 Pity in the age of newer electrics etc they didn't think to redo the bed to get rid of the olde big rubber switch cover. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ibo Posted January 4, 2015 Author Share Posted January 4, 2015 Dont know yet about the hardtop depends on what stowage items I knock up,gunna cover the switch and receiver wire with a removable crate Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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