Get a protective cover over the electronics. I used a traxxas slash protective cover on my 4 tech and it fit fine with no modification. Even kept some water out too. I got mine on Ebay.
I just used a piece of really thin metal screen that is actually sticky dry wall tape formed it taped it down then used some super small rivets to mount it permanently and boom instant rock shield for the whole chassis of it I covered the whole chassis with it and use 4 removable clips to be able to work on the chassis and move the screen back away from chassis
I also make my own protective cover out of thin plastic using coke bottle anf a heat gun or even thin plaastic sheets that are clear from hobby shop cost me free or a gew follars and looks amazing and a custom fit. And also my carowt indoor rc club track we run oval road course and caroet off road and caroet rally cross and o ised your video to build a traxxas 4tec chassis and man its unbeatable furable reliable faster then higher end model chassis ppl use and now everyone uses the 4 tec ot works perfect for our track and rally cross layout
Totally agree with you. Did a few 'follow' Rally events and while I can see the draw to it, I honestly think it's WAY to much effort for the typical American RC person LOL It is fun though!
Maybe stick a dusty motors shroud in there, to cut down dirt and debris getting in the chassis. It’s so thin, I wouldn’t expect it to have any issues fitting under your driver/navigator cutout.
I actually cobbled up these shocks from Tamiya parts - aluminum bodies, slightly longer-than-normal shafts (for extended travel) and longer rod ends. Then it was just a matter of finding some springs that worked.
Not specifically. As mentioned in the video, the front shocks are 67mm and the rears are 70mm (total length). That's close to max - anything longer and you might get binding at full down travel. You may have to experiment with shocks and end eyelets to get the desired length.
The rear tires have a pretty wide offset so a 200mm would probably be best of you're using those. If you're going to use a different tire set, a 190mm body would work just fine.
I haven't Hit a couple Rally events and it's done well, it's just the overhangs on the body are a bit too long, causing it to dig into the ground more than I'd like. Not sure if I want to re-build it or just keep it as is...
Since the 3.0 uses larger wheels, I'd imagine there are a lot more options for rally tires. It might be easier this time around to use the same width for all four. I'd love to see a rally Corvette C8!
Yes, it would have been WAY easier to use the same width wheels all around. I loved the look with the stock Traxxas offset so decided to stay that route.
Get a protective cover over the electronics. I used a traxxas slash protective cover on my 4 tech and it fit fine with no modification. Even kept some water out too. I got mine on Ebay.
Good idea. I don't think it's such a big deal under most circumstances but this tiny pee-gravel was wreaking havoc under the body.
Nicely done, have 2 4Tec 2.0 and been thinking to take your steps👍👍
Other than being quite heavy, the car really works good!
to keep rocks out . i used tape around the front part of drive shaft. enough to block and debris . this helps a lot.. nice build..
Great tip! I'll look into that!
I just used a piece of really thin metal screen that is actually sticky dry wall tape formed it taped it down then used some super small rivets to mount it permanently and boom instant rock shield for the whole chassis of it I covered the whole chassis with it and use 4 removable clips to be able to work on the chassis and move the screen back away from chassis
Nice. I just finished a Ford Rs200 rally build on a 4tec chasis
Fun chassis after you put a little work into it. A bit heavy though - she needs a little diet! :)
@CompetitionX definitely, I got this chasis in I took it mouth the box and said. Well this weighs as much as my nitro revo...
@CompetitionX just set mine up For FPV it's a blastttttt
Hmmm, still have this car sitting around. Maybe we should set it up for FPV as well! Sounds fun!
I also make my own protective cover out of thin plastic using coke bottle anf a heat gun or even thin plaastic sheets that are clear from hobby shop cost me free or a gew follars and looks amazing and a custom fit. And also my carowt indoor rc club track we run oval road course and caroet off road and caroet rally cross and o ised your video to build a traxxas 4tec chassis and man its unbeatable furable reliable faster then higher end model chassis ppl use and now everyone uses the 4 tec ot works perfect for our track and rally cross layout
Like the idea. Will have to look into that for sure.
I have been waiting on this build for 2 years lol thanks for posting.
LOL - sorry about that. We've been wanting to do this but just needed time - and I guess now it's time! Enjoy!
Very well done video. Simple explanation. Thanks.
Thanks! Tried to make it as easy as possible to explain. It's a fun base vehicle for sure!
@@Competitionx I think it's great platform for a rally car. I wish rally r/c racing r/c rally cross was popular in the U.S.
Totally agree with you. Did a few 'follow' Rally events and while I can see the draw to it, I honestly think it's WAY to much effort for the typical American RC person LOL It is fun though!
Maybe stick a dusty motors shroud in there, to cut down dirt and debris getting in the chassis. It’s so thin, I wouldn’t expect it to have any issues fitting under your driver/navigator cutout.
Yup, been looking into one of those. Good idea for sure! Thanks!
exactly what are the exact sizes of the shocks you used? are they the standard 65mm shocks in overall length or are they bigger?
I actually cobbled up these shocks from Tamiya parts - aluminum bodies, slightly longer-than-normal shafts (for extended travel) and longer rod ends. Then it was just a matter of finding some springs that worked.
Awesome video
Thanks!!
Do you know of any shocks that would work for this build? I’m thinking about turning my 4 tec into a rally build
Not specifically. As mentioned in the video, the front shocks are 67mm and the rears are 70mm (total length). That's close to max - anything longer and you might get binding at full down travel. You may have to experiment with shocks and end eyelets to get the desired length.
Nice 👍🏻
Does a 190mm body fit on that chassis?
Traxxas website says this chassis will accept “most” 190 and 200mm bodies.
The rear tires have a pretty wide offset so a 200mm would probably be best of you're using those. If you're going to use a different tire set, a 190mm body would work just fine.
Have you done any updates since this?
I haven't Hit a couple Rally events and it's done well, it's just the overhangs on the body are a bit too long, causing it to dig into the ground more than I'd like. Not sure if I want to re-build it or just keep it as is...
Ive been wanting this
great video!
but I should have you covered in the coming months
Oh ya? Well then I need to start working on V2 I guess!
What did you use for your cvds?
I used Traxxas units - these for the front: bit.ly/3jfhQ4H, these for the rear: bit.ly/3DqMXRG
@@Competitionx thank you very much. I got the 3.0 supra inspired by your video to do a rally conversion
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Now I want to do it with a 3.0😜!
So do I! :)
Since the 3.0 uses larger wheels, I'd imagine there are a lot more options for rally tires. It might be easier this time around to use the same width for all four. I'd love to see a rally Corvette C8!
Yes, it would have been WAY easier to use the same width wheels all around. I loved the look with the stock Traxxas offset so decided to stay that route.
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i rather better use a normal 540 / 550 motor size and normal NIMH battery on the car...
too fast then bad crash it, oooop
Well, we wouldn't normally use such a fast motor either but decided to keep the car in RTR form for this run. It was pretty damn fast!
@@Competitionx hi C...
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i have good R/C models boats / cars / trucks...
all NIMH batterys and normal brushs motors
Thyphon 3s solve all this urges of rally 😅.. I pass and let original my 4tec no thanks..
Only downside of this car is the weight - other than that, it's a great car to drive in Rally!