Another G4 project
 

Just want to share a few pics of my newest project. After I sold my prevoius G-maxx, I have really wanted a new. So this is my newest project and I am really looking forward to upgrade this baby.

http://www.rcgalleri.dk/html/gal_vis...271&ipc=112158

Looks nice and clean, the G4 chassis and 3905 spec transmission is a nicer base to upgrade from compared to the older G3 chassis and 3906 tranny.

+1 :yes: I've ripped up a number of the 3906 transmissions. They are somewhat limited on how much power they can handle.

That is one Gorgeous Truck! I love it!

I've been wanting to build me a G4. Just haven't found a deal on a chassis yet.

I do have some FLM Combo Bulks and some RPM A Arms that are saved for the time when a G4 Chassis comes along.

Well I use to put some beatings on my G2 with Gorilla single speed transmission and RC-monster idler. Held up pretty good.

The truck is know upgraded with the following items:

Proline Bigjoes on Axial oversize wheels
GARC diffcases, bulkheads and braces
Lunsford hingepins
Tekin RX8 / 2000 kv. combo

More will come soon. Currently I have Traxxas center cvd in backorder, and then I am thinking FLM arms and some decent cvd's for front and rear. Suggestions are welcome, as it seems the only ones available is Traxxas.

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Lookin' good dude.

There is a definate lack of center cvds for the newer emaxx, though there is atleast one option:

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Traxxas-E-Maxx...item53de2b83e8

RC-Best has a pretty good reputation, but to be honest the stock plastic driveshafts are pretty beefy, not like the old emaxx which had match-sticks for driveshafts... :lol:

Traxxas Cvds are good for Diff to Wheels. And for suggestions I would add some better shocks. Ofna Ultra Rear Shocks with Ue Springs.

Thanks for the replies guys.

I think I will wait with the cvd's till the plastic brakes, and focus on the shocks first.

The Ofna ultras are discontinued the places I have searched. asked Mike if he is able to get some Supermaxx shocks, and if not I am may try to fit the rear shocks from my MBX6T an see how it works.

Well a few updates have been added to the project, but still I can't finish the build :cry:

The following have been added:

FLM arms
Traxxas CVD's on the 4 corners
Mugen MBX6T front shocks (1 on each corner with 60wt. shockoil)
Proline 40 series road rage on Axial oversize rims, for some onroad racing

I had some issues finding a bearing in 8x15x4 to make the one side of the Traxxas bl-diffs fit the GARC diffcases. These were hopeless to find, and the reason, why I cant show some pictures at the moment. The solution was buying the FLM diffcups and the Traxxas ring gears from Mike, and use those with the GARC diff cases. I haven't recieved those yet, but they are in the mail.

I couldn't just walk away from the Castle sale, so the Tekin RX8 will soon be paired with a Castle 1520 as well.

Sounds cool. Traxxas really did do something strange by having different sized bearings on each side of the diff, but FLM cups will work quite nicely to beef up the strength.

Finally got the truck together again. Ended up using my Moabs on 23 mm. hex's, and for now I am only missing the 1520 motor in stead of the Tekin, but I have recieved it, and it is ready to be mounted.

Here are a few pictures, enjoy :smile:

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You can see more pictures here:

http://www.rcgalleri.dk/html/gal_vis...271&ipc=112158

and from the beginning till now here:

http://www.rcgalleri.dk/html/alb_vis.asp?AlbumID=13181

Nice truck! All it needs now is some UE knucleheads ,Titanium skids and 1/8 scale diffs to make it bullet proof. Some RPM skids and bumpers will help protect it also.

Thanks
 

You are probably right, but were do I find these knuckles?

I am also thinking about the FLM shocktowers, an a nice body to top it off ;o)

UE Knucklheads are Unlimited Engineering Shock Towers...:rules:

FLM towers are very adjustable, the most adjustable, but so tall and kinda bulky. BUT they do have wing mounts unlike the better looking stronger shorter knucklehead.

Knuckle heads look nicer and are made form a stronger 7075 billet and I think are cheaper than flm towers. http://www.unlimitedengineering.com/...ore/10102.html
I think wing mount can still be had for ~$25. Heres a pics on one of my trucks with wing mount.
http://i153.photobucket.com/albums/s...x/CIMG2007.jpg
http://i153.photobucket.com/albums/s...x/CIMG1974.jpg

Aha
 

Yes they look nice. Maybe I should give them a shot.

I have one of those dymaker dave wing mounts but they are hard to find. You need to ask your self what matters to you most.

Billytrucks still makes them I think.

Yes billytrucks does still make them.
Talked to him yesterday and they are going to be back in production real soon.


Ralf

Just got 4 more Mugen shocks. One of each corner didn't really do it for a rather heavy truck like this.

I still haven't mounted the 1520 motor, but it will come soon. On its way are also a Robinson Gen 3 slipper with 60t spur and a Proline F250 body.

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What kind of diffacases do you use?

Nice, good to know they work.

Looks good,
Zack

Look at the first page :wink:

i got the 1520 on my maxx,gear 54/27 and its in animal,using hot racing clutch wish they would have had those 5 years ago,awesome setup

Diffcases are GARC

Mountet another body and a Robinson racing gen3 slipper.

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So guys, here is the latest update, and it is how the truck is looking right now. Motor is changed to 1520, and some RPM bumpers, Traxxas centerdiff, Traxxas center cvd and GH recieverbox have been added.

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Just got some new rims for my G4. I think it is more or less getting there. Only things I will change from now on, seems to be the shocktowers and skidplates.

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Wow, I missed this build. Very nice looking truck!

What type of rims and tires are they?

Truck looks good, nice job.

Nick

It is the premounted Proline Trenchers on Proline Tech5 rims.

Just tested them today, and it is by far the best monster tires I have had yet. Prevoiusly tried Moabs and Mashers.

Are the wheels 17mm? I'm looking for a basher wheel/tire for my D8T.

Thanks for the info,

Nick

they are 17mm

Beautiful truck!
I see that you are runnining mugen shocks, what are they off ?

Mugen shocks
 

The Mugen shocks are front shocks from a MBX6. These are an excellent upgrade to the E-maxx.