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I have only driven it that one time. I don't have a lot of friends that have RC to go mess with it. I still need to fix the reverse speed and pull the plow off to try it out more. I still need better tires too..
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Truck is finally done and drive it for the first time. Need to make some tweaks but:
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Oh Yeah, build is at a still still again, I need warm days to paint the interior. Decided to go with tan instead of black..
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On 1/3/2022 at 7:48 PM, RichieRich said:
Wow! That's impressive. I think Ampro has several light reviews on his youtube channel. Did I already mention that?
Yes, this was one he suggested which would be fine for the Toyota which splits the brake and turn. the blazer the turn/brake or combined. I think I will still end up with the DIY one as it sounds like it should do what I need
45 minutes ago, OnTheTrail said:I have one of these HP kits on the way. Has anyone tried to mount the axles on the top of the springs instead of below? I think I may try to make this more of a leaf spring scale build and run smaller wheels/tires.
I think in theory it would work, however i am guessing the issues will be the shocks and drive shafts
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So I was wiring the LED kit I got : https://www.ebay.com/itm/324817321838?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2060353.m2749.l2648
It would be fine for the Toyota but not my Blazer. I will need to find a different controller or build the DIY One I found. The DIY gives me options, but limited on Channels/ Outputs. here is what I would like in a controller:
Lights:
- Reverse Lights (2 LEDs)
- Stop /Turn (2 LEDS)
- Front turn (4 LEDS)
- Headlights (2 LED)
- Fog lights/ Aux Lights
I would like some different modes too..
Right now, the Headlights can be on always or on moving forward
I can have brake lights OR Turn signals in back ( there is no Combo)
No Options for parking lights
I also burned up the Shifting Servo, not sure how yet but I did. So have another coming..
Getting closer.
I have a crappy Plow mount but need to improve that, it will be my next task.
here is a video of the plow functions, I wanted variable adjust side to side
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4 minutes ago, RichieRich said:
Nice! Have you been able to test out the shock towers?
Lol, not yet.. been very slowwww going
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I assume the Mounty and Bruiser use the same dual pin rear tower for body mounting.. if so that stays.
I needed a new Electronic box cover and a new front mount ( uses the stud towers on the front bumper)
I printed both on my 3D printer, I think I used PETG for both..
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So the light controller does not have tail/brake/turn in one led. That I can tell, sort of sucks, but I will look for another
anyway.. body on chassis slowly getting assembled.
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Clear coat being applied and bought a couple things:
LED Light controller ( Based off an Ampro video) seems to have most opf what I want
Also a snow plow, has the functions I want, just need to get the mount figured out
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Another picture with the hood and cap sitting on it. Again need to wet sand but will wait a few days to do that.
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Paint
i will add, I need to wet sand and buff it
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Not really but that seems to have all the functions I want. Unless there is another solution that gives me the function of parking lights (no headlights) then parking with headlights and also no lights, like a real car. I could also program hazards too..
end of the day I like the the DIY stuff too
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On 10/19/2021 at 11:22 AM, RichieRich said:
Looks great! Now that the weather is cooler here...mid 70s (24 C), I can be outside to do some painting too. Do you have any plans to add some LEDs? I've been checking out the cheap-o LED kits for some basic lighting. It's a clone so I'm not really wanting to add a Tamiya light set.
I m thinking of this for the LEDs
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Nope never thought of that.. I will check it out
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What is suggested to carpet. I would like to attempt to detail the interior instead of painting everything the interior color. Originally was thinking black but now wondering if tan/caramel color might be better
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Yes going to do something. I saw there is a light kit for the blazer I will probably buy that one
all I know is this is a longer term project.. LOL. Took almost a year to paint it. I also need to do the interior
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More paint was flying.. base coat is done.. hoping for color this week
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Progress.. back topper painted.. satin black
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Truck is finally getting some attention, all
the molding seams have been sanded and I need to go over everything and get ready to spray some paint. The back lid will be satin black. Main body I am hoping for a candy red. Bit humid to paint yet but hope to be done in the next couple of months. I still need a lighting kit for it and some better tires. Slowly getting there
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Starting to warm up here. Need to test out some paint I have on the plastic. I need to clearance the hood and clean up some flashing and then I can paint
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No updates.. life and work have gotten in the way, however it is starting to warm up here, soo I am hoping to pick out some paint for this rig
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On 3/5/2021 at 5:09 PM, BJoe76 said:
I grew up and still live in the Chicago area and knew of that truck. That said, it was in one of the monster truck VHS videos I had growing up in the 80’s😅
Same here.. I remember going to Rosemont Horizon ( Now Allstate Arena) for a Monster Truck Jam ..
I remember the Michigan Ice Monster as well as many of the others I have seen built on here
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cool.. Do you know what material he printed the blade out of?
I would love to build a plow for my HG407. Your info so far has helped
thanks
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any details on the plow itself?
Tamiya Bruiser - 3D print front hub extension needed.
in Monster Trucks, 4x4, Wheelie Rigs and Crawlers
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Maybe this will work for you?
hgp407_8mmhubspacer.stl