Davy Crockett Posted October 8, 2017 Share Posted October 8, 2017 (edited) Ive read with interest the pre-release stuff and seen loads of videos and finally saw one up close up on display this weekend. Really like the look and going through Jekyll and Hyde whether to bite the bullet on one. I'd welcome thoughts and opinions from owners if you can spare 2 mins.. thanks in advance Edited October 24, 2017 by Davy Crockett Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gaz! Posted October 9, 2017 Share Posted October 9, 2017 How do mate? Been a while.... yep I have one, ran it at this weekends nationals and completed 400 gates and it's still running perfectly. there is a couple of issues though. servo and horn are ok on a woodland trail but ask it to work and it becomes weak and doesn't want to turn cleanly. It is a little wide but it did go through the gates ok, biggest issue is lack of choice for wheels, some work and clear the portal housing, some don't. Finally it really does need the spare wheel removing and adding some weight up front. so nothing you wouldn't really do and change to any rtr crawler/scaler. otherwise it went everywhere the scx10/scx10.2/g made and all the rest. so all those traxxas haters that said they couldn't make a crawler/scaler, look like it's time to eat your words!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davy Crockett Posted October 10, 2017 Author Share Posted October 10, 2017 Thanks for reply...certain been a while!! Thanks for the info and honest thoughts. The issues aren't massive game-changers and I 'just' have to decide whether I can justify one or not! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davy Crockett Posted October 24, 2017 Author Share Posted October 24, 2017 Ok...gave this loads of thought and plenty of do I don't I.... Had a nice surprise last week with a refund from the bank...decision made!! Only managed to get for an hour out with it and have to say its good!! Like Gaz said previously, servo is underpowered and a its a bit back end heavy. Plenty of stuff Ive got in mind to do to it and will post more pics as I get things done Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gavster29 Posted October 24, 2017 Share Posted October 24, 2017 I'll be keeping an eye on this! I changed my servo straight away as it is definitely underpowered.I didn't want to spend a fortune so £17 on an HD waterproof servoSent from my TA-1033 using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trxrincon Posted October 26, 2017 Share Posted October 26, 2017 I love my 110, still standard electric wise but plenty of other mods, warn winch, rc4wd weller wheels and rc4wd tyres etc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davy Crockett Posted October 28, 2017 Author Share Posted October 28, 2017 I saw that traxxas are doing a light kit for the TRX4, LEDs for head and tail lights, LED light bar and wheel arch lights for night running.... only £85!! opened the spares box, fired up the soldering iron and cracked open a beer.... cut some wire, soldered some bits and made a loom. Got some micro toggle switches from local supplier (not maplins), LED light bar from eBay Spent under £20 on bits, a beer and an hour putting it together I'll post pics on the trail tomorrow 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gavster29 Posted October 29, 2017 Share Posted October 29, 2017 I saw that traxxas are doing a light kit for the TRX4, LEDs for head and tail lights, LED light bar and wheel arch lights for night running.... only £85!! opened the spares box, fired up the soldering iron and cracked open a beer.... cut some wire, soldered some bits and made a loom. Got some micro toggle switches from local supplier (not maplins), LED light bar from eBay Spent under £20 on bits, a beer and an hour putting it together I'll post pics on the trail tomorrow Hey Davy,I'm planning something similar, I don't suppose you would show me how you did the light buckets for some inspiration? I haven't been brave enough to pull mine apart yet!Sent from my TA-1033 using Tapatalk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davy Crockett Posted October 29, 2017 Author Share Posted October 29, 2017 18 minutes ago, Gavster29 said: Hey Davy, I'm planning something similar, I don't suppose you would show me how you did the light buckets for some inspiration? I haven't been brave enough to pull mine apart yet! Sent from my TA-1033 using Tapatalk Its not that difficult.... take the wheel arches and front 'beam' off and unscrew 3 screws holding light plate to shell. On the rear plate drill a 5mm hole through the side light and centre of headlight stickers, re-assemble and pop 5mm LEDs in each hole. Same process for rear but you don't have to remove arches, light housing unscrews from the back end. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gavster29 Posted October 29, 2017 Share Posted October 29, 2017 Its not that difficult.... take the wheel arches and front 'beam' off and unscrew 3 screws holding light plate to shell. On the rear plate drill a 5mm hole through the side light and centre of headlight stickers, re-assemble and pop 5mm LEDs in each hole. Same process for rear but you don't have to remove arches, light housing unscrews from the back end.Hmmmm wonder if I can get a spare set to modify! Thanks for the info, I'll have a play, I've only used the truck once and want to rip it apart clean it and see how it all works lolSent from my TA-1033 using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
atom3624 Posted October 29, 2017 Share Posted October 29, 2017 I don't believe it .... ONE HOUR and ONE BEER ONLY? Bit far fetched that!! Looks great mate. Al. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gaz! Posted October 29, 2017 Share Posted October 29, 2017 I like your wiring loom mate, I too looked at the traxxas one and thought the better of it. although there is a company that does the light buckets, grc? I think.... quite fancy a set of those. how you finding it so far though mate? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davy Crockett Posted October 30, 2017 Author Share Posted October 30, 2017 (edited) Thanks for all the comments 20 hours ago, atom3624 said: I don't believe it .... ONE HOUR and ONE BEER ONLY? Bit far fetched that!! Looks great mate. Al Its true!!.....Had the remaining 11 beers when I finished! 10 hours ago, big gaz said: I like your wiring loom mate, I too looked at the traxxas one and thought the better of it. although there is a company that does the light buckets, grc? I think.... quite fancy a set of those. how you finding it so far though mate? Cheers pal! Traxxas one is WAY overpriced, very neat though but still expensive. There is a lighting kit on fleabay from china, flat panel LEDs that slip between the housings for about £22 ish IIRC Totally agree with your original comments, light front end and underpowered servo. I'm replacing servo and ordered some Junfac beadlocks. Really enjoying the landy.... Its a great rig and impressed with the terrain that it handles as stock. Mate at work has junfac wheels and the weight makes a big difference. He has also taken the front bumper off, turned the bracket round 180deg and refitted bumper...gives 10mm ish more clearance!! Edited October 30, 2017 by Davy Crockett Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gavster29 Posted October 30, 2017 Share Posted October 30, 2017 I have an idea to customise the lighting, I just need to get some buckets! I think I'll try and design and 3d print someSent from my TA-1033 using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davy Crockett Posted November 4, 2017 Author Share Posted November 4, 2017 (edited) I have managed this week to change the stock steering servo to a PowerHD 20kg cheapie and seems much stronger Also, DIY mudflaps! Made several version before I got it right and thought I'd share... Piece of inner tube cut to shape Flaps laid looking at back of truck (left on the left hand side) Loosen last nut on wheel arch and slide the tab on the flap inbetween body and inner clamp, dab of superglue on inside of mudguard arch and bend rubber into mudguard Repeat for the other side and .......Voila!! Edited November 4, 2017 by Davy Crockett 1 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carpmart Posted November 4, 2017 Share Posted November 4, 2017 Good work in the mud flaps! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davy Crockett Posted November 4, 2017 Author Share Posted November 4, 2017 (edited) Thank you very much! Took it for a little run this morning, servo has made a big difference to the stock one Few pics... I have also removed the front bumper, taken the mount off and replaced it upside down, gives more clearance and doesn't get stuck on approach as much Edited November 4, 2017 by Davy Crockett Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigdar44 Posted November 8, 2017 Share Posted November 8, 2017 Nice looking trx I was thinking of getting either a trx4 or a scx10 ll,I was leaning towards the trx and reading these threads to find out how people are getting on with them.then a stroke of luck,today I (accidentally)found a Christmas pressie from the wife and it’s a trx4 in green I know I have a bit of a wait until I get it but reading these forums it will certainly be worth it 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gaz! Posted November 9, 2017 Share Posted November 9, 2017 You won’t be disappointed mate, maybe worth looking for a better servo though, gives you time to get one to drop straight in Christmas Day. my lad has the green one wrapped up ready for Santa Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigdar44 Posted November 9, 2017 Share Posted November 9, 2017 I got to act surprised now!!will def get a servo ready for Chrimbo your boy is also very lucky Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davy Crockett Posted November 12, 2017 Author Share Posted November 12, 2017 Update and a bit of info for the TRX owners...... Popped out yesterday and this morning for a couple of quick runs....3 hours total, little woodland trail with a few decent technical climbs but nothing as taxing as the quarry run we've done previously. After an hours running I unlocked both diffs to run up the path and the front diff servo sounded terrible, tried lock and unlock... nothing. Got home and took it apart and 3 spines on the small top gear had sheared off! Haven't look at the cost of a genuine traxxas part but I'm going to look at alternative servos with a view to replacing both. £500 on a new rig, underpowered steering servo and a failed diff servo ! Oh well Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gaz! Posted November 12, 2017 Share Posted November 12, 2017 It’s apparently end point issues (heard elsewhere) I reset mine when I changed the radio gear out. keep us posted how you go mate Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davy Crockett Posted November 17, 2017 Author Share Posted November 17, 2017 Not had much time this week due to work and life but found a micro servo that will fit. Its not waterproof but took it apart and sealed each section and filled the top with lithium grease (good enough for the dozers at work!), time will tell. Despite my DIY light kit, I bought a cheap £14 eBay led that slips in between the light housing. Comes with all cables and unit.... but no instructions! Ive had a quick internet search but can't find anything to help.. well, it'll keep me busy until I fry it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gaz! Posted November 17, 2017 Share Posted November 17, 2017 If the box does pop mate at least you will end up with pre wired clusters to diy it I suppose....... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davy Crockett Posted November 17, 2017 Author Share Posted November 17, 2017 24 minutes ago, big gaz said: If the box does pop mate at least you will end up with pre wired clusters to diy it I suppose....... Agreed... however, the box has 3 inputs labelled ch1, 2 and 3 and servo type leads that make no sense ?? Worry is I bypass box and pop the leds.... well, £14 isn't a great loss in grand scheme, saved more than that if I get the mini servo to work over another crappy traxxas servo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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