Wild Willy goes 4X4
Status: Runner
Date: 14-Feb-2014
Comments: 29
Hello,
This is a project that was made possible thanks to the incredible Martin/Magic2002. He designed in 3D this very cool Jeep chassis that is made to fit the WW2 body and made it available through Shapeways. Drivetrain components come from a Losi Mini Rock Crawler. Some parts have to be home made but they are pretty basic, like the links for example.
I used a WW2 bodyshell with some slight mods, as well as driver from Toykid and a head from Matt Hicks. I didn't have the NOS bottle, so used a WW head as a helmet painted in the original colors as a tribute.
I also managed to make working head and taillights.
Right now, it's not a runner yet because it has no driveshafts. I wasn't able to modify the stock ones to fit (they have to be very very short) but Magic2002 is currently working on some parts that should be available very soon through his Shapeways store.
I really enjoyed working on this cool little Jeep and can't wait to take it for a spin!
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Comments
OrangeSport
The attention to detail is amazing! Very, very nice. You must be proud!
TamTom
WOW! Thats fantastic! Well done, well done!
simensays
Looks great! Martin did a great job on the chassis. I might have to pick one up too.
Sayroll
Thanks!
@Simon: you really should. It's scale, strong, and fits the body like a glove.
Skottoman
Wow that is really cool! Nice details, and so unique looking. Custom chassis is amazing...
SRB Bloke
That, to me, is a perfect chassis for that bodyshell. I've seen Martins work and video. He's done a superb job, and you have just taken it to yet another level. Great work, as we expect
Pintopower
Shapeways will change this hobby for the best. We can have anything we want now! This jeep is the perfect example. Great work.
Steffen
That looks ace, what wheels are they?
Sayroll
Thanks a lot!
@Steffen: wheels are from GCM [Click here] Very pricey but amazing quality and finish!
Dirt-540
Original and refreshing, really top notch work. Love the colour.
pastimesteve
That looks AMAZING! Everything you touch is a work of art. I'll be interested in that chassis once the driveshaft issue is resolved.
IBIFTKH
That looks fantastic! The chassis is awesome and so much nice work on the body and driver. I like the spare crash helmet, I may have to 'borrow' that idea!
Sayroll
Thank you very much! Feel free to borrow any ideas you see here. First, I'm sure I'm not the first to do it, and second, these pictures are here to inspire, motivate and any other kind of positive energy!
scorcherboy77
great work! amazing jeep! congrats!
R/CVET
Really great work....Shapeways is indeed changing this hobby!!
tuff bug
Heaps of detail on this one looks less cartoonish than wild willy. What are the slot mags from?
Sayroll
Thanks!
@Tuff Bug: Slot mags are GCM, the link is in the comments below.
MAVERICK
Stunning
OLD KYOSHO
Congrats Sayroll !!
That's a really really NICE Willys, all the components make it outstanding and fit like a glove, wheel/tire combo and body colour makes it look as the real thing. Totally 60's. AWESOME.
mongoose1983
That's AMAZING!!
scollins
You are truly well beyond a hobbyist-builder-fabricator,,,you are an amazing artist with your RC projects. I am always impressed with your work.
Sayroll
Thanks!
@Steve: extra special thanks, you always have a very nice word, it feels good coming from you!
mongoose1983
Any chances we could see some action photos of that wonderful piece of RC?
Sayroll
I'd love to run it, but there are still no driveshafts on the car. Soon I hope!
Toykid
Cyril, Sorry I didn't post earlier - AMAZING!!!!!!!
Sayroll
UPDATE: It's now a runner and if you want to see it in action, please go there: [Click here]
Sayroll
And it also has a twin: [Click here]
pastimesteve
Cyril -- I've been meaning to ask you, what color is this? I still come back and look at this model over and over again.
Sayroll
Thanks Steve! Color is Tamiya AS19 Intermediate Blue (US Navy).
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