I find myself really looking forward to your videos. They're always informative and high-quality. I've been inspired to try my hand at styrene fabrication, which I never thought I would do. Thanks for the content!
3d printing pen makes scale welds really easy. Allows you to make the same motions as welding, & leaves the same style of bead. Use silver filament & there you go! Awesome build!
I'm not usually amazed by RC's because I've been building primarily trail trucks and Monster Trucks for 31 years...but your Trailfinder build is amazing...I just love that build. You did an amazing job.
we used similar scales to get vehicle weight and center of balance of military vehicles and equipment for aircraft shipment in the military, just like yours but larger for heavy military trucks.
I am working on my tiny truck while talk in the back ground and when you said "barely legal" I actually laughed out loud.......stopped what i was doing and waited for your next comment, which didn't disappoint. hahahahahaha
You have the truck sitting with the shocks compressed, droop is the shock fully extended. And I had wondered if someone made an anti wrap bar for scale trucks.
I'm looking forward to seeing your rigs in person in March. I personally think that pinched nose and boat sides are the two bed options for class 2. That's what I run on my Mojave body. I really dig the look of your c2 body, great job so far!
I'm a fan of your channel and I've been waiting for ep2! I had a sc10b laying around and you inspired me to turn it in to a no prep drag car! It's really cool! Thanks for the videos keep it up!
The 80 is looking really good! Hopefully you don’t have to hack up the front fenders too much but I’m sure you’ll have to do some trimming. I’m looking forward to checking it out in Vegas.
Scale Builder's Guild I knew you pinched it and removed the flares already but it looks like it may need a bit more trimming if it’s sitting at finished height?
Cool video, awesome trucks, great work and skill. I want one of those Gforce weight scale gauge looks very handy machine to have for the hobby. It's definitely not cheap tho.. Thanks for the input. :)
Epic shirt boss! Six wheeler XJ travelling I noticed, before it's finished, promising! And lastly, 'a stronger bond is what we need', indeed; whether it be styrene or rc friends for that matter, thanks 💪
Can’t wait to see the class two rig run the droopy thing, never seen anyone do that, are you sure it will do what you think it will do? Will you ...............droop enough ?
Never had a leaf sprung truck and I no they make a scale shackel called a revolver witch I did own in full size truck I had and the give you incredible axel articulation for a leaf spring truck are they legal in comp I wonder love to buy a yota and build it to one I had as a kid beating around in trails keep up great work have a wonderful day
Awesome vid as always thank you so much for making the vid. Good luck with finishing the comp truck and I can't wait to see the spray job on the one you called the ugly duck.
I love watching your videos, I've been watching a lot of them and finally just bought my first scale crawler to get into this world, I got an Axial scx10 II Cherokee RTR to get me started, but I have tonnes of plans and ideas for it including making my own styrene custom body.
So what? No link to the links? Barely legal, multitasking scales for Kingpins and a shirt that begs the question, are you coming from or going on a fowl hunting trip? I love this channel you always entertain! I don't think that truck is ugly at all. It's awesome and one of a kind! Can't wait to see it all finished up! Great vid as always!
Hi Matt, I just received some part from A&M Garage and am looking to do a similar build. I was wondering if RC4WD over/under transfer case would be a good option to control the amount of overdrive once the transfer case is flipped? Thanks.
I'm in the process of building my first class 1 comp rig. I bought all the a&m parts you used as well. I watched this series and I do want to do the chino mod. But what I was curious is what are your thoughts on the o-ring mod? I heard it bends leafs easier. If it matters I'm running the rc4wd yota 2 axles but installed the heli-cut gears as my funds aren't in the budget for vanquish axles,lol. Thanks and keep up the great work 👍.
@@scalebuildersguild ok great,thanks for the info. With the chino mod,do you do front and rear axles? Also do you do the front and rear on each individual leaf spring? I'm hear mixed answers,thanks again
Oops I did! www.amazon.com/25ft-Expandable-Braided-Sleeving-BlackRed/dp/B071WF5K2X/ref=redir_mobile_desktop?_encoding=UTF8&aaxitk=GqlU8mtvKnJy1PckcA56bA&hsa_cr_id=8795956420601&ref_=sb_s_sparkle_slot
So what is the benefit of the servo winch over say a scale bumper mounted winch? Is it just strength and durability? I've noticed they have become far more popular than a scale winch these days.
Could you do a body fitment video for specifically the TRX4 Sport? Forums are loaded with horror stories of difficulties of people trying to fit bodies to the TRX4 Sport. Even though it’s a 12.3” wheelbase the rear shock towers mess with most pickup truck bodies. Mainly a what fits best video, but also have some bodies that fit with minimal modifications. It’s already understood that most require the removal of the back bumper or flipping the mounts
There's tons of bodies out there, and most websites list the dimensions, so it's fairly easy to determine what will fit. Shock towers are always going to be a problem, it's all about deciding what you want more, performance, or looks. I try to tow the line between both.
Scale Builder's Guild Thanks, I’ve heard the only body that allows you to install and keep the stock sliders and not add holes for the towers is the J Concepts 1982 K10 GMC. I’m considering doing a Fall Guy truck as the roll bar is available as well as the sticker for the hood is offered on Pinterest in custom sizes. I doubt it would crawl well as the body is pretty boxy and tall, but it might surprise me. The 1978 Proline Chevy K10 stepside is also a pretty easy fit as I hear
Once again good stuff man. I’ve actually never owned a RC4WD rig. I was doing some research on my next kit build and you’ve convinced me to try the tf2 kit. Soon!
Your TF2 Marlin is looking sweet as a double double with a sour cream glazed !! Will you be adding some paint to the bumper? Or will you keep it raw? I'd love to comment on the other two vehicles but I haven't seen them yet.
So is 3/16 th your go to for roll bars and bumpers ... I want to start making my own and was hoping for a little guidance.....great job and yes I agree Josh is cheating a bit ...but he got KC on his side....
Great video as always! I'm just getting into 3D printing so I can make bits-n-bobs for my tiny trucks, what software do you like to use when designing your parts? Thanks in advance, keep up the good work!
Love the channel. Dig all the work and advice. ...here's and question tho I'm sure, I know hardbodies score more points but do c2 competitors comp with hardbodies anymore? Thanks a bunch.
As always good stuff, but you really didn't want to hear my ideas for food prep scales?:/ Had to buddy. As always great work. I aspire to that level of scale realism
The guy that gave this video a thumbs down is like me as of late hasn’t had enough tiny trucks in his life, it’s ok buddy go pick up a crawler turn the frown upside down 🤣 great video though 👍👍
I find myself really looking forward to your videos. They're always informative and high-quality. I've been inspired to try my hand at styrene fabrication, which I never thought I would do. Thanks for the content!
That's amazing! Great job, and glad I could help inspire!
Dove Tail and Pinched Nose.... Not that I'm capable of either - but you certainly are!!
Looking GREAT Matt!! 😎🙌🙌🙌🙌👌
Carmine ✈🚂🚙
Anti-Wrap Bar.... I had mentioned that earlier - but in NO WAY take credit for giving you the idea.
You've been using them for years! 😉
3d printing pen makes scale welds really easy. Allows you to make the same motions as welding, & leaves the same style of bead. Use silver filament & there you go! Awesome build!
I'm not usually amazed by RC's because I've been building primarily trail trucks and Monster Trucks for 31 years...but your Trailfinder build is amazing...I just love that build. You did an amazing job.
Ha, thanks very much Tom. Very kind words.
Great video. Tip. The GForce scales are also sold under the SkyRC brand. They are great for setup of any RC car.
we used similar scales to get vehicle weight and center of balance of military vehicles and equipment for aircraft shipment in the military, just like yours but larger for heavy military trucks.
I am working on my tiny truck while talk in the back ground and when you said "barely legal" I actually laughed out loud.......stopped what i was doing and waited for your next comment, which didn't disappoint. hahahahahaha
Enjoyed the comp builds even though I don't compete. I do love scale & your Axial 6x6 based extended XJ on the shelf behind you is awesome!
I’ve never seen styrene flow. You learn something new everyday. Nice truck!
You have the truck sitting with the shocks compressed, droop is the shock fully extended. And I had wondered if someone made an anti wrap bar for scale trucks.
Just put boom racing links and steering components onto some metal ar44 axels for the scx10 2. Love that truck. Awesome videos
Great idea on the brake line guide for winch.thanks!
The braided wire cover looks sick. Nice and clean!
Great video! Wonderful builds! I especially like the louvres on the class 1 build!
Looking good! The XJ6 on the bench is an awesome looking rig!
I'm looking forward to seeing your rigs in person in March. I personally think that pinched nose and boat sides are the two bed options for class 2. That's what I run on my Mojave body. I really dig the look of your c2 body, great job so far!
Class 2 contender for sure! Great job on the shocks👍
I'm a fan of your channel and I've been waiting for ep2! I had a sc10b laying around and you inspired me to turn it in to a no prep drag car! It's really cool! Thanks for the videos keep it up!
Pinch and boat sliders. Helps get onto and then across the obstacle. What I’m really interested in is that 6x6 behind you. When is that video coming?!
Haha, soon!
Styrene weld seams...very impressive!
The truck is starting to remind me of a Geo Metro project.
Wow! ... you have so many good tips! .. thank you !
Ooh! Turksandjerps’ 6x6 body build! 😬🤘🏼
80 series Ute is on of my dream trucks. I love this build ❤️
The 80 is looking really good! Hopefully you don’t have to hack up the front fenders too much but I’m sure you’ll have to do some trimming.
I’m looking forward to checking it out in Vegas.
Funny that most people have missed that it's already been pinched and fenders have been completely removed... ;)
Scale Builder's Guild I knew you pinched it and removed the flares already but it looks like it may need a bit more trimming if it’s sitting at finished height?
I think they both look great and I think they will both perform great as well
Cool video, awesome trucks, great work and skill. I want one of those Gforce weight scale gauge looks very handy machine to have for the hobby. It's definitely not cheap tho.. Thanks for the input. :)
Epic shirt boss! Six wheeler XJ travelling I noticed, before it's finished, promising! And lastly, 'a stronger bond is what we need', indeed; whether it be styrene or rc friends for that matter, thanks 💪
Personally I love your class 2 rig its unique and I am eager to see its finished look!
I got those links on my Element. He makes really nice stuff. They make a difference for sure on my rig.
That 6x6 on the shelf.
That is a pretty sweet scale!
Can’t wait to see the class two rig run the droopy thing, never seen anyone do that, are you sure it will do what you think it will do? Will you ...............droop enough ?
Nicely done sir
Never had a leaf sprung truck and I no they make a scale shackel called a revolver witch I did own in full size truck I had and the give you incredible axel articulation for a leaf spring truck are they legal in comp I wonder love to buy a yota and build it to one I had as a kid beating around in trails keep up great work have a wonderful day
Awesome vid as always thank you so much for making the vid. Good luck with finishing the comp truck and I can't wait to see the spray job on the one you called the ugly duck.
Love that TF2 awesome set up.
I love watching your videos, I've been watching a lot of them and finally just bought my first scale crawler to get into this world, I got an Axial scx10 II Cherokee RTR to get me started, but I have tonnes of plans and ideas for it including making my own styrene custom body.
Fantastic! Welcome to the hobby!
I highly recommend Pro PLA from 3D Fuel. It is as strong as ABS and PETG, but prints as easy as PLA.
Your class 2 now reminds me of a 2000 Geo Tracker.
So what? No link to the links? Barely legal, multitasking scales for Kingpins and a shirt that begs the question, are you coming from or going on a fowl hunting trip? I love this channel you always entertain! I don't think that truck is ugly at all. It's awesome and one of a kind! Can't wait to see it all finished up! Great vid as always!
I think the body is very very rad.
that's a kia sorento w/ the back cab cut off and a bob job. did you solder that break line to the motor mount? well done.
Brazed a mounting tab to it.
Hi Matt, I just received some part from A&M Garage and am looking to do a similar build. I was wondering if RC4WD over/under transfer case would be a good option to control the amount of overdrive once the transfer case is flipped? Thanks.
I must compliment you on your excellent choice in shirts featuring ducks..
What adhesive do you use when modifying hard bodies? Good place to get styrene?
The class two looks a bit like a Geo Tracker. Nice builds!
Excellent work as always 👍
Looks like a Sidekick/Tracker, or maybe a X90 to me.
I'm in the process of building my first class 1 comp rig. I bought all the a&m parts you used as well. I watched this series and I do want to do the chino mod. But what I was curious is what are your thoughts on the o-ring mod? I heard it bends leafs easier. If it matters I'm running the rc4wd yota 2 axles but installed the heli-cut gears as my funds aren't in the budget for vanquish axles,lol. Thanks and keep up the great work 👍.
Not a fan of that mod, personally. I’ll keep doing the Chino mod though, that is a lifesaver!
@@scalebuildersguild ok great,thanks for the info. With the chino mod,do you do front and rear axles? Also do you do the front and rear on each individual leaf spring? I'm hear mixed answers,thanks again
All lookin' good man. -"Angry" Dave
My favourite RC channel by far., and not just because I got a free rig out of it. 😉
U ended up moving your rear upper links to the top hole didnt you..
I had to to allow it to flex lol
Nice shirt, joining the cast of duck dynasty as the city slickin cousin??? Lol 😂
where did you get your rear external shock tower for your marlin... need some.. and thank you for your great video too! :)
Hi Luc, those were made from spare leaf hangers.
Buddy, I like every video I’ve seen on your channel👍🏽
Edit: I think that you forgot to link the wire loom😉
Oops I did! www.amazon.com/25ft-Expandable-Braided-Sleeving-BlackRed/dp/B071WF5K2X/ref=redir_mobile_desktop?_encoding=UTF8&aaxitk=GqlU8mtvKnJy1PckcA56bA&hsa_cr_id=8795956420601&ref_=sb_s_sparkle_slot
NC❤ MOUNTAINS backyard RC AND MORE. Cool cool stuff 🖒
I see the 6x6 xj 🤔
So what is the benefit of the servo winch over say a scale bumper mounted winch? Is it just strength and durability? I've noticed they have become far more popular than a scale winch these days.
Strength, durability, and reliability. I may install a winch on front, but only for show.
Hey Matt, what internal springs did you use for droop?
"I'll be sure to put links down below..." - sounds like a good place to put them... 😂
Really nice trucks but
6X6 CHEROKEEEEEEE!!! 🤤
Could you do a body fitment video for specifically the TRX4 Sport? Forums are loaded with horror stories of difficulties of people trying to fit bodies to the TRX4 Sport. Even though it’s a 12.3” wheelbase the rear shock towers mess with most pickup truck bodies. Mainly a what fits best video, but also have some bodies that fit with minimal modifications. It’s already understood that most require the removal of the back bumper or flipping the mounts
There's tons of bodies out there, and most websites list the dimensions, so it's fairly easy to determine what will fit. Shock towers are always going to be a problem, it's all about deciding what you want more, performance, or looks. I try to tow the line between both.
Scale Builder's Guild Thanks, I’ve heard the only body that allows you to install and keep the stock sliders and not add holes for the towers is the J Concepts 1982 K10 GMC. I’m considering doing a Fall Guy truck as the roll bar is available as well as the sticker for the hood is offered on Pinterest in custom sizes. I doubt it would crawl well as the body is pretty boxy and tall, but it might surprise me. The 1978 Proline Chevy K10 stepside is also a pretty easy fit as I hear
Great video. Im building a similar Marlin and wondering what length your link is from servo horn to front axle?
Once again good stuff man. I’ve actually never owned a RC4WD rig. I was doing some research on my next kit build and you’ve convinced me to try the tf2 kit. Soon!
When checking wait the Front wheels must be straight caster will cause error us race car guys know this great show 👍
What vanquish overdrive gear set are you talking about? Looks like they only have a 30t/8t for the AR44 axle.
It's for the VFD transmission: www.vanquishproducts.com/vfd-21-overdrive-transfer-case-gear-set/
I’m building my first tf2. I got a tamiya yj and I’m going to stretch it and do a cage on it
OK. Down to the serious business. Where did you get the duck shirt? I need one.
Your TF2 Marlin is looking sweet as a double double with a sour cream glazed !! Will you be adding some paint to the bumper? Or will you keep it raw? I'd love to comment on the other two vehicles but I haven't seen them yet.
I prefer it raw.
Reminds me of a suzuki sidekick for some reason.
What weight oil was used on ur droop setup on c2 vanquish? Did u use the pen spring mod too? Or different springs?
Pen springs are unreliable. I get mine from McMaster Carr. I don’t have the codes in front of me, but will update when I do. 45 wt oil.
I would do the tail Bob and the boat side. Also, do you have an ear ache?
So is 3/16 th your go to for roll bars and bumpers ... I want to start making my own and was hoping for a little guidance.....great job and yes I agree Josh is cheating a bit ...but he got KC on his side....
Great video, what razor saw are you using ?
Man that shirt is awesome! No link for it? Great video you making Proline By the Fire again this year?
Great video as always! I'm just getting into 3D printing so I can make bits-n-bobs for my tiny trucks, what software do you like to use when designing your parts? Thanks in advance, keep up the good work!
I use Fusion 360. Steep learning curve but worth it.
Jesus that g force scale is crazy!?!?🤯
And extremely useful!
Those drop beds still available to get?
Not sure which vehicle you're talking about!
Love the channel. Dig all the work and advice. ...here's and question tho I'm sure,
I know hardbodies score more points but do c2 competitors comp with hardbodies anymore? Thanks a bunch.
Yep, a lot of them do. Hard to get full 50 points without one!
@@scalebuildersguild thank you so
Is there a weight limit per class on trucks say class two trucks last three class 1 is there a weight limit
No weight limit.
Love the shirt so Canadian
Pinch and Dove tail 👍🏻
Hey just wondering when going to comps in the states what do you tell customs? Do you need a work visa?
I tell them I'm going to an RC truck competition.
hi i need help to make a hj47 full detail ute and have not realy done much work making custom shels for a trx4
What tires & wheels & ring are those?
Does the Noob still make those drop beds?
super random question.. Cross RC any 'b' kit vs tf2 w/ body kit? and why?
I've never had a Cross RC, so can't comment. Other than I've hear durability is an issue.
Scale Builder's Guild tha is for the reply. Yeah I wish they also came with licensed bodies.
17:03 ... Oh man, if only we knew.
From the side it looks a little bit like a Suzuki sidekick jeep. sort of
You may have mentioned it before and I just missed it, but what 3d printer do you have?
Tevo Tornado, but considering an upgrade.
As always good stuff, but you really didn't want to hear my ideas for food prep scales?:/ Had to buddy. As always great work. I aspire to that level of scale realism
The LC80 is a great looking body, here we have 2 1:1 that has been made a pick up truck
Class 2 reminds me of a Geo.
Kick Ass!
The Land Cruiser 80 would look great as a Red Bull truck,
H bagged you on your sliders Josh!
Nose pinch and boat sides for me.
Hey Matt what size of Good Year Wrangler tires are u using ?
Currently, 4.75” but I’ll be swapping these out before the comp.
To 4.19 ? Will that b a better performer cause it will lower the cg or is it just preference ?
No no no, swapping to an alternate tire.
So will a 4.75 Good Year Wrangler b better performer ? Also what foams would u suggest to run with them ?
I really like look of those tires just wondering if they're worth the $
U need to get a axial wraith 2.0
The guy that gave this video a thumbs down is like me as of late hasn’t had enough tiny trucks in his life, it’s ok buddy go pick up a crawler turn the frown upside down 🤣 great video though 👍👍