My New Build

[redshift]

Yes 14.4 is correct. I made a comment "wow that's f-ing loose" referring to the surface, and was pretty amazed it was still lifting the front! Still getting used to throttle management on various surfaces, so if it looks like sloppy driving... it is lol.

Thanks MC, I'm more than happy with the results :)

[mistercrash]

Here's a suggestion for a body. The Proline F650. I got two of those last year because they were the longest 1/8 MT bodies I could find. It's almost 20'' long and from the middle of the fenders is 14''.
Here's a pic of the two bodies taken before we started using them. After a year of hard bashing, they need to be replaced. They don't look like that anymore



If the hump of your truck requires a taller body then maybe the HPI Bounty Hunter.

[JERRY2KONE]

Originally Posted by redshift

A bit confused at the 2wd comment? lol

I assure you it's 4wd, I guess the front wheels aren't doing much in this clip tho.

Thats funny, because watching the video I did not see the front wheels turning once. No front wheel spin at all.

[redshift]

Both nice looking bodies there 'crash, but I'm looking for something WAY tougher. If you ever read my Maxx thread you know I detest body clips, loathe is probably closer actually lol. After going this far it would almost be cheating (for me anyway) to throw a name-brand shell on it. It wouldn't last 5 minutes and I'd be annoyed about time wasted making body posts...

I haven't posted much in the last few days because I've been out giving it some very thorough torture tests. Happy to report the only issue after 3 days of abuse is a blown lower piston e-clip on the front right shock. What do I say about CLIPS? So the shock is full of silicone but the piston is not doing anything. Easy fix and otherwise I feel like the beast was worth every minute spent :)

Got some good video on the way from like 6 different locations, so I'm working on that at the moment. And even some proof for Jerry that it's 4wd

[mistercrash]

Originally Posted by redshift

I detest body clips, loathe is probably closer actually lol.

I don't know what you planned to secure a body to your wonderful creation, but how about some Nylon wing bolts instead of body clips. They can easily be cut to the length you need.

[redshift]

I'm almost 100% intent on making the packs bottom loading, and the "body" will be semi-permanently attached with screws. Simple idea, but complicated in execution only because I am not sure what I want it to look like still. It might not end up looking like anything, and I'm ok with that too. As long as it ends up looking better than it does nekkid...

I only got the red X for your link, but I know what you're referring to

[mistercrash]

I told you I would bombard you with body choices

You will need to make your own vaccuform machine and create the Tonka F350 concept truck.

[redshift]

I can't decide if I like that or not ^

It's big, that's for sure!

[thzero]

What about magnets glued to the shell?

Originally Posted by redshift

I'm almost 100% intent on making the packs bottom loading, and the "body" will be semi-permanently attached with screws. Simple idea, but complicated in execution only because I am not sure what I want it to look like still. It might not end up looking like anything, and I'm ok with that too. As long as it ends up looking better than it does nekkid...

[JERRY2KONE]

Why not set your vehicle up for velcro to hold your body on. Velcro is a great way to hold just about anything together if it is used in the right form. That would also give you a reason to incorperate some kind of roll bars or a roll cage for your vehicles protection.

[Semi Pro]

what a great build, i can't belive i have over looked it, redshift you have got some real skills good luck with the body

[redshift]

Thanks Semi.

Not sure you're following my logic guys. With the batteries accessible from the bottom side there's no need for the body to be quickly removable.

Maybe 'exoskeleton' is a better word for what I want. The chassis itself needs no further bracing, or a cage, I'm only after component protection, and something to give it more shape. I have plenty of 1/8" lexan and can do it in sections, bent or flat.

I appreciate the suggestions nonetheless :)

[nitropyro]

i cant see video!!! no fair!
Danny

[redshift]

You can't do a download??

The link is still up, not sure what to tell you....

[What's_nitro?]

I found it.