User Panel
User Panel
User Panel
|
Posted: 1/1/2023 7:28:11 AM EST
[Last Edit: bansil]
SO, I picked these guys up a couple of days ago on 30th, 1/18 scale 4dr Bronco's
 Attached FileRed is mine and Blue is the wifes These are a blast to drive, especially after spending 20+ years wheeling, it is fun picking lines etc Here is a video from 1st night, playing on island  Bronco test11 and another testing climb angle, these were very slick boards  Bronco test 21 Now its been raining/snowing so we needed a place to play indoors, So I picked up some foam, expanding foam and some plaster sheeting to start on a trail course  Attached FileMore work, the steeper mnt. was foam over crinkled paper hot glued to box face.  Attached Filemores  Attached File Attached FileNeed to do a 2nd coat in a few places, have to order some more plaster, I didn't know how far it would go |
|
|
|
|
Posted: 1/1/2023 7:45:54 AM EST
[Last Edit: bansil]
[#1]
Plan is to have 6 pcs in total to cover the island and to be easier to store in a closet.
The two pieces for the ends of island will be two 24x48 inch pcs for a 48x48 course with a 24x36 run between the two ends and a bridge or two over the sink area  Attached File Attached File |
|
|
|
|
Posted: 1/1/2023 7:46:35 AM EST
[#2]
Homemade hills are very cool!
I remember when I was doing RC planes that a digital proportional controller was a good thng to have. It looks to me like the controller for the Broncos has a pretty abrupt on/off throttle control. It'd be nice to be able to moderate the forward motion a little better. |
|
|
|
|
Posted: 1/1/2023 7:58:03 AM EST
[Last Edit: bansil]
[#3]
Originally Posted By eracer: Homemade hills are very cool! I remember when I was doing RC planes that a digital proportional controller was a good thng to have. It looks to me like the controller for the Broncos has a pretty abrupt on/off throttle control. It'd be nice to be able to moderate the forward motion a little better. Thanks and you are correct!! SO after reading the instructions I found out that, it has 3 modes and that was the stock sport mode 100% response and no brake drag, the next is Trail mode it is reduce % response for finger travel and has drag brake in neutral, the 3rd is Crawl mode which is 100% drag for hill climbing. Also I have lower gearing coming, to lower it more. SO the sport mode you have to control the gas and brakes, throttle is back and brakes forward, thru neutral, so it definitely is twitchy trying to figure it out, in crawl mode totally different animal |
|
|
|
|
Posted: 1/1/2023 8:27:45 AM EST
[#4]
Hopefully later today I can start building my Tamiya racing fighter (dt03 chassis). Going to use an old mrc 75mhz am radio with it.
 Last model rc I had was a tamiya falcon.
|
|
|
|
|
Posted: 1/1/2023 8:47:43 AM EST
[#5]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Dopple: Hopefully later today I can start building my Tamiya racing fighter (dt03 chassis). Going to use an old mrc 75mhz am radio with it. Last model rc I had was a tamiya falcon.Post pics for sure! |
|
|
|
|
Posted: 1/1/2023 8:54:33 AM EST
[#6]
Planning on getting a 4wd slash truck this year, too. Traxxas is a pretty cool company, learned a little about them at a local hobby shop.
|
|
|
|
IN, USA
|
Posted: 1/1/2023 9:02:02 AM EST
[#7]
I was thinking about the spray foam as well. Looking good! I installed the complete low range motor assembly. Makes a big difference. Trying to keep my course
 " /> somewhat small in the garage.
|
|
|
|
Posted: 1/1/2023 9:49:22 AM EST
[#8]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By scool: I was thinking about the spray foam as well. Looking good! I installed the complete low range motor assembly. Makes a big difference. Trying to keep my coursehttps://images.z900rs.co.uk/course.jpg" target="_blank">https://images.z900rs.co.uk/course.jpg somewhat small in the garage. Very cool! I just got done adding another end to uphill climb Before  Attached FileAfter  Attached FileGonna let it dry and we can try it out this afternoon 
|
|
|
|
|
Posted: 1/1/2023 10:22:50 PM EST
[#9]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By bansil: Very cool! I just got done adding another end to uphill climb Before https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/388306/20221231_153043_jpg-2656347.JPG After https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/388306/20230101_093329_jpg-2656349.JPG Gonna let it dry and we can try it out this afternoon Very cool!! |
|
|
|
|
Posted: 1/2/2023 5:26:11 AM EST
[#10]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By bansil: Thanks and you are correct!! SO after reading the instructions I found out that, it has 3 modes and that was the stock sport mode 100% response and no brake drag, the next is Trail mode it is reduce % response for finger travel and has drag brake in neutral, the 3rd is Crawl mode which is 100% drag for hill climbing. Also I have lower gearing coming, to lower it more. SO the sport mode you have to control the gas and brakes, throttle is back and brakes forward, thru neutral, so it definitely is twitchy trying to figure it out, in crawl mode totally different animal Excellent! |
|
|
|
|
Posted: 1/2/2023 8:27:58 AM EST
[#11]
Well we played for about an hour last night, 2 of the 3 climbs are possible, the last one...no way, even with added weight. So I will add a few smaller boulders when plaster comes in.
She tried like hell though and it showed  Attached Fileanother poser shot as she climbs an easy line  Attached File |
|
|
|
|
Posted: 1/5/2023 8:21:49 PM EST
[#12]
Last night I roughed in some areas, and then sprayed foam tonight, then split her into 2pcs.
Moar pics tomorrow  Attached File |
|
|
|
|
Posted: 1/6/2023 9:39:13 AM EST
[#13]
|
|
|
|
|
Posted: 1/6/2023 2:10:44 PM EST
[Last Edit: bansil]
[#14]
Started this morning on the plaster sheeting
Ends covered  Attached FileThen some terrain!  Attached File Attached File Attached File Attached FileWeapon of choice is an old chinaminium knife and cutting board  Attached File |
|
|
|
|
Posted: 1/6/2023 2:17:53 PM EST
[#15]
Got the winch anchor tree stump made and covered.
 Attached FileWell picture sucks ,but I started on top plaster coat...this will take a while   Attached FileI will take better pics later... |
|
|
|
|
Posted: 1/6/2023 3:26:07 PM EST
[#16]
This is so creative and awesome!
Do you have friends with whom you can run some time trials? |
|
|
|
|
Posted: 1/6/2023 5:07:44 PM EST
[Last Edit: bansil]
[#17]
Not yet
But we have been wheeling together 18 yrs, until life slowed us down  , so best competition is wife, I spotted her all over the east coast, so we think a like  Local shop built a 1:18 outdoor course and folks are buying the trucks as fast as they come in, they like my concept but said it can't be done, in such a small space...this will show them So, drying....fingers crossed for tonight  Attached File Attached File |
|
|
|
|
Posted: 1/8/2023 7:54:35 AM EST
[#18]
Spent an hr and a bottle of wine playing last night.
 Attached File Attached File Attached File Attached File Attached FileI got to chase her around, need to modify some lines and desperately need the low gears |
|
|
|
|
Posted: 1/9/2023 8:11:43 AM EST
[#19]
 January 8, 2023 |
|
|
|
|
Posted: 1/12/2023 7:01:29 AM EST
[#20]
|
|
|
|
|
Posted: 1/12/2023 7:03:28 AM EST
[#21]
Also started on 3rd pc, this will be the Vol. Fire hall
 Attached File Attached Fileand printed rear shock relocator patterns  Attached File |
|
|
|
|
Posted: 1/14/2023 5:49:36 AM EST
[#22]
Finished the 2 areas I mentioned above
 Attached FileDid some work on the "sink cover"  Attached File Attached FileSome texture on bridge  Attached FileThis will allow a 2 level play area, testing room  Attached File |
|
|
|
|
Posted: 1/14/2023 4:49:22 PM EST
[#23]
|
|
|
|
|
Posted: 1/15/2023 4:42:52 AM EST
[#24]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By bansil and printed rear shock relocator patterns https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/388306/shock_relocate_png-2669259.JPG |
|
|
|
|
Posted: 1/15/2023 6:00:53 AM EST
[#25]
Yes, on thingiverse.com, I will hopefully get them drilled and tapped installed today.took like 30 min. To print
Relocation links |
|
|
|
|
Posted: 1/15/2023 9:19:05 AM EST
[#26]
|
|
|
|
|
Posted: 1/15/2023 9:46:19 AM EST
[#27]
So this obstacle is a we bit vertices
 Attached File Attached FileSo I will add a ledge and a rock today...enjoy
|
|
|
|
|
Posted: 1/15/2023 10:46:20 AM EST
[#28]
|
|
|
|
|
Posted: 1/15/2023 12:19:13 PM EST
[#29]
Man, looking fun! Wish I was closer to try it out with my new one, lol!
 Attached File Attached File Attached File |
|
|
|
|
Posted: 1/15/2023 3:55:43 PM EST
[Last Edit: bansil]
[#30]
Got peeps in AZ....the whole Mesa area, shot 1st rattler off of hiway, heading thru to wheel cheva falls!! Circa 1979
What size tires ? |
|
|
|
|
Posted: 1/15/2023 7:07:57 PM EST
[#31]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By bansil: Yes, on thingiverse.com, I will hopefully get them drilled and tapped installed today.took like 30 min. To print Relocation links |
|
|
|
|
Posted: 1/15/2023 9:18:49 PM EST
[Last Edit: Helsing76]
[#32]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By bansil: Got peeps in AZ....the whole Mesa area, shot 1st rattler off of hiway, heading thru to wheel cheva falls!! Circa 1979 What size tires ? Nice, I love it here in AZ! Here are tire dims...  Attached FileThey are a bit smaller than the rc4wd Mud Slingers.  Attached File Attached File |
|
|
|
|
Posted: 1/16/2023 12:59:24 PM EST
[#33]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By bansil: So friends last night said it looks like an AT-AT  https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/388306/20230115_104134_jpg-2672916.JPGI immediately thought "Pit bull."
|
|
|
|
|
Posted: 1/16/2023 1:00:57 PM EST
[#34]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By eracer: I immediately thought "Pit bull." 
|
|
|
|
OH, USA
|
Posted: 1/16/2023 5:36:37 PM EST
[#35]
This is the coolest thing I’ve seen in a while
|
|
|
|
Posted: 1/16/2023 7:54:19 PM EST
[#36]
Thanks
to all that posted
|
|
|
|
|
Posted: 1/17/2023 8:38:54 AM EST
[#37]
Quick update on truck mods that were planned
I printed the shock relocation, after mocking it up last night, I did not do the mod. It put the shock so layed down, they were bottomed out at rest, so NO up travel was left, plenty down BUT no up, so even ground pressure wouldn't really be usable. I may put longer shocks on and print taller rear mounts to go up into cabin |
|
|
|
|
Posted: 1/20/2023 2:51:48 PM EST
[#38]
I added a couple "fins" to an area
 Attached FileAlso 3D printed some scale firewood, I am detailing it here  Attached FileI think flat matte with some super fine grit will work, I can pill the wood up around the course, so you or your spotter can put a pc here and there  Attached FileAnd printed up side racks for the trailer, turned out awesome, perfect fit into stock pockets  Attached File |
|
|
|
|
Posted: 1/21/2023 6:54:28 PM EST
[Last Edit: bansil]
[#39]
Wow, the new shock mounts are the cats meow......
New tires and links...wife will be surprised  Attached File Attached File |
|
|
|
|
Posted: 1/24/2023 11:16:32 PM EST
[#40]
Very cool! I think a crawler is in my future. Been watching a ton of videos.
|
|
|
|
|
Posted: 1/24/2023 11:49:06 PM EST
[#41]
Very cool! I've got a couple SCX24s and a full size TRX4. The new TRX4M looks tempting.
|
|
|
|
|
Posted: 1/26/2023 4:55:05 PM EST
[#42]
Wheel and tire combo is set up finally, PITA (especially after the 1st glass of wine)
On left is a 24 W X 62 H X 20.5 ID mm Tire on a 31g. bead lock wheel; ON the right is a stock 22.5 W X 56 H X 20.5 ID stock plastic wheel (no wt)  Attached FileNeed to grab scale and get wt of stock one... |
|
|
|
|
Posted: 1/26/2023 5:04:32 PM EST
[Last Edit: bansil]
[#43]
So scale wise we basically went from a stock 16 x 39.50 inch tire to a 44 inch tall tire; a little bit more narrow even though the math doesn't work on the 24 mm dimension
 Attached File |
|
|
|
|
Posted: 1/27/2023 7:03:35 PM EST
[#44]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By bansil: Wow, the new shock mounts are the cats meow...... New tires and links...wife will be surprised https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/388306/20230121_185145_jpg-2680856.JPG https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/388306/20230121_185556_jpg-2680860.JPG |
|
|
|
|
Posted: 1/28/2023 7:46:42 AM EST
[Last Edit: bansil]
[#45]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Saker13: Any details on the shock mount you went with? Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Saker13: Any details on the shock mount you went with? Oops, sorry Bout that, different thread  @thehun06 He found them from adaptiv3_designs on ebay, he has. Bunch of stuff for them I bought 2 sets and seller combined shipping! |
|
|
|
|
Posted: 1/28/2023 8:03:54 AM EST
[Last Edit: bansil]
[#46]
Got around to weighing everything
Stock plastic wheel and tire with foam  Attached File31g wt injora beadlock blem wheels aftermarket oversize tire no foam  Attached FileStock tire  Attached FileA Stock tire is actually heavier, probably the foam Aftermarket bigger tire  Attached File |
|
|
|
|
Posted: 1/28/2023 8:06:45 AM EST
[#47]
Printed and installed trailer lift kit from thingaverse
 Attached File Attached FileI am printing an adapter for stock bronco wheels now |
|
|
|
USA
|
Posted: 1/28/2023 9:41:43 AM EST
[#48]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By bansil: Wow, the new shock mounts are the cats meow...... New tires and links...wife will be surprised https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/388306/20230121_185145_jpg-2680856.JPG https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/388306/20230121_185556_jpg-2680860.JPG Oh yeah...those mounts are the BOMB! |
|
|
USA
|
Posted: 1/28/2023 9:44:13 AM EST
[Last Edit: thehun06]
[#49]
|
|
|
USA
|
Posted: 1/28/2023 9:54:32 AM EST
[#50]
One thing I will recommend to you guys is using some Sly-Glyde dielectric grease in all your gears including the servo...
I've already stripped a servo gear...but it wasn't lubed... |
|
|
Win a FREE Membership!
Sign up for the ARFCOM weekly newsletter and be entered to win a free ARFCOM membership. One new winner* is announced every week!
You will receive an email every Friday morning featuring the latest chatter from the hottest topics, breaking news surrounding legislation, as well as exclusive deals only available to ARFCOM email subscribers.
AR15.COM is the world's largest firearm community and is a gathering place for firearm enthusiasts of all types.
From hunters and military members, to competition shooters and general firearm enthusiasts, we welcome anyone who values and respects the way of the firearm.
Subscribe to our monthly Newsletter to receive firearm news, product discounts from your favorite Industry Partners, and more.
Copyright © 1996-2024 AR15.COM LLC. All Rights Reserved.
Any use of this content without express written consent is prohibited.
AR15.Com reserves the right to overwrite or replace any affiliate, commercial, or monetizable links, posted by users, with our own.
Attached File
Attached File
Attached File
Attached File
Attached File
Attached File
Attached File
Attached File
Attached File
Attached File
