RC4WD fan Posted June 28, 2018 Share Posted June 28, 2018 Got given this by @Davy Crockett didn't even want postage ? plans so far are to get it up and running paint it and just make it look a little different from the rest possibly make a camper on the back ?but will see how I get on with working on it first ? 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ghazghul Posted June 28, 2018 Share Posted June 28, 2018 Have fun! I enjoy tinkering with mine. I really want to find some better shocks for it as they are too bouncy. Some grease on them helped but of course leaked back out... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RC4WD fan Posted June 28, 2018 Author Share Posted June 28, 2018 1 hour ago, ghazghul said: Have fun! I enjoy tinkering with mine. I really want to find some better shocks for it as they are too bouncy. Some grease on them helped but of course leaked back out... Oh I will ? I noticed that as well I was thinking of the RC4WD 1/18 G2 Shocks but don't know how bouncy they are ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RC4WD fan Posted June 30, 2018 Author Share Posted June 30, 2018 Got everything to start the build now and wasted no time in putting the servo in now I need to work out how to connect the motor to the esc as the wires have quite the size difference ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ghazghul Posted June 30, 2018 Share Posted June 30, 2018 For the 1625 pretty sure I pulled the pins out of the motor connector (use something small to push the tabs in) and then shoved them inside the ESC motor cable ends. They held pretty solid. Servo install looks tidy. A good tip is putted o-rings (the size you usually put in shocks) on the shocks where they attach to the chassis stops them flopping about. Think I might have used some on the suspension arms where they attach to the axles too. I also found the wheels were not actually very round where the bead sits. I had to file down some molding marks and then the tires sat in much better. Might have have a play with mine tomorrow! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RC4WD fan Posted July 1, 2018 Author Share Posted July 1, 2018 8 hours ago, ghazghul said: For the 1625 pretty sure I pulled the pins out of the motor connector (use something small to push the tabs in) and then shoved them inside the ESC motor cable ends. They held pretty solid. Servo install looks tidy. A good tip is putted o-rings (the size you usually put in shocks) on the shocks where they attach to the chassis stops them flopping about. Think I might have used some on the suspension arms where they attach to the axles too. I also found the wheels were not actually very round where the bead sits. I had to file down some molding marks and then the tires sat in much better. Might have have a play with mine tomorrow! That's not an option for me as the motor wires have been snipped off so have to do something with the solder I will find something though ? The tray was already cut out so only needed to screw the servo on nice and easy ? I think I have some of them o-rings I'll try and find them I'll also look at the wheels thanks for those tips ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gaz! Posted July 1, 2018 Share Posted July 1, 2018 I’m keenly watching mate. got to be honest, @Davy Crockett is a proper gent and this just adds to it. if only more folk were like his good self. ? 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RC4WD fan Posted July 1, 2018 Author Share Posted July 1, 2018 1 hour ago, big gaz said: I’m keenly watching mate. got to be honest, @Davy Crockett is a proper gent and this just adds to it. if only more folk were like his good self. ? Well it's up and running now ? quite a bit faster than I thought it would be though I've just got to put the electrics in as they only sitting not stuck down and do a little painting still not sure what I'm gonna do with that yet though ? But most definitely @Davy Crockett Is a top notch guy ? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bertberr Posted July 1, 2018 Share Posted July 1, 2018 Is that on the std ni-cd pack or 1s/2s lipo? I've yet to do the servo/esc mod, just hasn't been top priority, but I only used it for less than 5 mins stock with that ridiculous steering... Motor started to smell interesting as well, so need to check drive train for general binding. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RC4WD fan Posted July 1, 2018 Author Share Posted July 1, 2018 7 minutes ago, bertberr said: Is that on the std ni-cd pack or 1s/2s lipo? I've yet to do the servo/esc mod, just hasn't been top priority, but I only used it for less than 5 mins stock with that ridiculous steering... Motor started to smell interesting as well, so need to check drive train for general binding. I've got this 1000mAh 2s lipo Lipo doesn't seem to be any binding on mine not that I noticed anyway but am playing on upgrading the steering links front/rear links and drive/prop shafts ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RC4WD fan Posted July 4, 2018 Author Share Posted July 4, 2018 Got some paint on over the weekend ? was going to go with a beaten up look but changed my mind after finding some silver so going with a tidy look now Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DartmoorTrails Posted July 4, 2018 Share Posted July 4, 2018 Can you do a running video inside when you've put it together please? Considering getting one for my son to build from scratch as his first kit... But want to see what it's like built and running on indoor terrain first off.Cheers [emoji106]Sent from my Pixel using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RC4WD fan Posted July 4, 2018 Author Share Posted July 4, 2018 23 minutes ago, DartmoorTrails said: Can you do a running video inside when you've put it together please? Considering getting one for my son to build from scratch as his first kit... But want to see what it's like built and running on indoor terrain first off. Cheers Sent from my Pixel using Tapatalk I can but never done a video ? but there's plenty on YouTube have a look on there ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davy Crockett Posted July 5, 2018 Share Posted July 5, 2018 On 01/07/2018 at 19:02, big gaz said: I’m keenly watching mate. got to be honest, @Davy Crockett is a proper gent and this just adds to it. if only more folk were like his good self. ? Cheers pal! Forum members have given me plenty of help over the years, nice to repay folks that appreciate it You've helped enough times so right back at you ? On 01/07/2018 at 20:29, RC4WD fan said: Well it's up and running now ? quite a bit faster than I thought it would be though I've just got to put the electrics in as they only sitting not stuck down and do a little painting still not sure what I'm gonna do with that yet though ? But most definitely @Davy Crockett Is a top notch guy ? Welcome pal! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigoggy Posted July 6, 2018 Share Posted July 6, 2018 On 04/07/2018 at 15:31, DartmoorTrails said: Can you do a running video inside when you've put it together please? Considering getting one for my son to build from scratch as his first kit... But want to see what it's like built and running on indoor terrain first off. Cheers Sent from my Pixel using Tapatalk This is a small review I wrote after building the 6WD version of this. What a horrible build this was. The instruction are very poor, if it wasn't for years of experience, it would have been very easy to make numerous mistakes. The screws are tiny, and the plastic very hard to screw into, twice I stabbed myself, as the force needed to push on the screwdriver was crazy, and you can only use a small driver. The truck itself seems ok, it has no electrics in it yet. I was amazed that it comes with a proper proportional servo in the kit. If this was your first RC build, it could put you off, but if you know what you are doing, and have a bit of experience, then it's a bit of something different Honestly, for a kids first build, I would go Tamiya, or Axial, something quality, with good instructions. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DartmoorTrails Posted July 6, 2018 Share Posted July 6, 2018 This is a small review I wrote after building the 6WD version of this. What a horrible build this was. The instruction are very poor, if it wasn't for years of experience, it would have been very easy to make numerous mistakes. The screws are tiny, and the plastic very hard to screw into, twice I stabbed myself, as the force needed to push on the screwdriver was crazy, and you can only use a small driver. The truck itself seems ok, it has no electrics in it yet. I was amazed that it comes with a proper proportional servo in the kit. If this was your first RC build, it could put you off, but if you know what you are doing, and have a bit of experience, then it's a bit of something different Honestly, for a kids first build, I would go Tamiya, or Axial, something quality, with good instructions. Appreciated bigoggy, I'll keep him entertained till we can both do the Coyote together [emoji106]Thanks again.Sent from my Pixel using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RC4WD fan Posted July 6, 2018 Author Share Posted July 6, 2018 Got the cab finished and mounted ? now to paint the wheels I'm thinking matt black to match the rest of the black parts ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RC4WD fan Posted July 6, 2018 Author Share Posted July 6, 2018 1 hour ago, bigoggy said: This is a small review I wrote after building the 6WD version of this. What a horrible build this was. The instruction are very poor, if it wasn't for years of experience, it would have been very easy to make numerous mistakes. The screws are tiny, and the plastic very hard to screw into, twice I stabbed myself, as the force needed to push on the screwdriver was crazy, and you can only use a small driver. The truck itself seems ok, it has no electrics in it yet. I was amazed that it comes with a proper proportional servo in the kit. If this was your first RC build, it could put you off, but if you know what you are doing, and have a bit of experience, then it's a bit of something different Honestly, for a kids first build, I would go Tamiya, or Axial, something quality, with good instructions. I've never built mine as it was an RTR but I did strip and rebuild it but I can see exactly what you mean 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RC4WD fan Posted July 6, 2018 Author Share Posted July 6, 2018 Does anyone know if the wheels from the 1/18 RC4WD G2 fit on theses ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davy Crockett Posted July 6, 2018 Share Posted July 6, 2018 That looks bloomin' fantastic!!!! I want another now! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RC4WD fan Posted July 6, 2018 Author Share Posted July 6, 2018 On 28 June 2018 at 19:07, ghazghul said: Have fun! I enjoy tinkering with mine. I really want to find some better shocks for it as they are too bouncy. Some grease on them helped but of course leaked back out... Have you thought of using losi mini t shocks ? ^^^^ I think that's how you spell it ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RC4WD fan Posted July 6, 2018 Author Share Posted July 6, 2018 5 hours ago, Davy Crockett said: That looks bloomin' fantastic!!!! I want another now! ? it turned out better than I was exciting that's for sure I've been thinking of was to make a camper for the back not quite there just yet might leave that for the winter time projects ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ghazghul Posted July 6, 2018 Share Posted July 6, 2018 3 hours ago, RC4WD fan said: Have you thought of using losi mini t shocks ? ^^^^ I think that's how you spell it ? I have some Losi Mini Rock Crawler shocks and they seem too big, even if shorter. I'll pop one off the Evoque and have a closer look. The Gelande ones are probably the best bit but they are a bit pricey. Nice job on the paint. I drilled the holes in the wheels out (2mm?) which gave them a bit more depth. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RC4WD fan Posted July 7, 2018 Author Share Posted July 7, 2018 18 hours ago, ghazghul said: I have some Losi Mini Rock Crawler shocks and they seem too big, even if shorter. I'll pop one off the Evoque and have a closer look. The Gelande ones are probably the best bit but they are a bit pricey. Nice job on the paint. I drilled the holes in the wheels out (2mm?) which gave them a bit more depth. Indeed they are I've been looking for replacements but can't find any other than them really ? I've already drilled in he holes out was the very first thing I did ? they look a lot better when done ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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