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not sure, wasnt top 5 but @Tundra2Play got 3rd

 

I see home boy dnf’d too.

 

Scale winch looks like a 1/10 version of something on your 1:1 truck


A servo winch is usually stronger and faster but does not look like anything you would have on a 1:1. It uses a modified steering servo with a spool. Theres internal spool

And external spool


If wanting one for comps, id suggest a servo winch. If just wanting for occasional use and scale looks, scale RC4WD style is fine.

 

Where did you mount your servo winch at?

 

I run a dual winch plate made for the TRX. Servo winch in front, steering servo is in the middle. Then i also have a Gear Keeper retractable lanyard thing zip tied to the motor. I was using the retractor more than the servo winch today and really like it.

 

@Silverspool can you print me one of these??
https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:4139208

 

I can print it but will be in black and cost about $15 in material. Its a 46 hour print and 152 grams of PLA.

 

looks like Jim and I ended up in 6th even with not finishing the entire course

 

BYS
This is an old axle from original scx.
Got an SSD diamond replacement coming.

 

I have an OG SCX10.

I had a gentleman at the competition this weekend try to tell me that those are axles from a Redcat….

I've been looking and trying to figure out how to add weight to these axles, but I'm not seeing much out there. Mostly because I can't weed through all the 10.2 stuff.... Any of you guys have input on adding brass to these axles? I've got my eye on the disk brakes looking things for inside the wheels, but any other suggestions are welcomed.

 

are you wanting to make a more capable trail rig or eventually compete?

 

Both?...

 

to be 100% honest, id start with a whole different chassis for a top notch comp build, the OG needs a lot of work to get to top level. Mine started out as an OG scx and ive replaced everything except the receiver box.

you can however build the og scx to be a pretty nice trail rig that can be competitive in other leagues besides diehard. Im not in a spot to look some parts up but will when I get a chance.

theres a comp on the 8th at wild bills hobbytown that im gonna try and make it to, it wont be near as difficult as what you saw this weekend

 

Dont play around with the stock axles. Upgrade to scx10.2 or go this route...
https://www.asiatees.com/article?Boom-Racing-XRMod-PHAT-Axle-Front-&-Rear-&id=3011

 

Gotcha. I'm not necessarily looking to go balls out on anything right now. So, probably more capable trail rig. I've even considered swapping these axles for a set of take-off 10.2's if I found a cheap enough set. I think that would open up my options a lot more.

 

the 10.2 axles are great, you WILL lose some speed moving to them so might need a 3s battery or diff motor to get some speed back.

also the geometry will be out of whack so will need to get links with adjustable rod ends to shorten or lengthen as needed.

10.2 axles are a huge improvement over the OG axles

 

Damn! you mean i have to wait 2 days?? lol

That is a pretty long print though. Lots of issues can happen in that amount of time.

 

yeah ive had prints go bad 20+ hours in, frustrating

 

which printer do you have? I have been thinking about buying one and selling stuff on the website.