So I purchased a HG P407A....

[-=Jeff=-]

I found a set of aluminum 2.2 wheels.. they bolt up like stock.. That might be the best for me.. I do like how these wheel fit size wise with the Blazer body

[-=Jeff=-]

Body mounts are done.. stock rear works perfectly, I 3D printed the front mount, not sure if I need side mounts or not. I assembled most of the truck, but need to take it apart for paint. Hood is a bit tight so I need to clearance it as the paint will make it a bit thicker. Also anything needing glue is not installed. Suggestions on glue to use..

 

i also have on picture of my 4wd converted Blackfoot Extreme with a Clod Body. The clod is definitely NOT 1/10th scale. I would like to find some sort of push/bull bar for the Blazer. I might need to design and print it.. 

 

[RichieRich]

It looks fantastic!

[-=Jeff=-]

Having fun with a printer

 

 

[RichieRich]

I like it. Maybe if it's strong enough, you could add a winch mount for it?

[-=Jeff=-]

Well this one is not strong enough. I did finish it to see if I like it. It needs some work and would need to be printed out of ABS..  the original design had the push bar out too far

here it is complete for a first prototype 

 

 

 

 

[-=Jeff=-]

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

[RichieRich]

On 3/9/2021 at 5:56 AM, -=Jeff=- said:

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

Yeah, same here. All my gear is packed waiting to move to our new house. I'm excited though because I'll have a workbench!! Once things settle down, I know I have a ton of stuff to post and project updates.

[-=Jeff=-]

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

[-=Jeff=-]

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

[-=Jeff=-]

Progress.. back topper painted.. satin black 

[-=Jeff=-]

More paint was flying.. base coat is done.. hoping for color this week

 

 

[RichieRich]

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.

[-=Jeff=-]

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 

[-=Jeff=-]

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 

[Willy iine]

 @-=Jeff=- For simulated carpet have you considered hard felt?   They are easy to cut with a knife and retains shape.  You can source them locally from arts & craft stores like Michael's and JoAnn's.  It's like ozite material which is actually used for carpeting in some cars (like for trunk area, etc).

I use hard felt often for lining my RC's fenders.

Anyway, GL with your build!

[-=Jeff=-]

Nope never thought of that.. I will check it out 

[-=Jeff=-]

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

https://www.rcgroups.com/forums/showthread.php?1539753-Open-Source-Lights-Arduino-based-RC-Light-Controller

 

[RichieRich]

I saw those too. That thread is over ten years old! Are you planning some special lights that require some extra programming?

[-=Jeff=-]

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

[-=Jeff=-]

Paint

 

i will add, I need to wet sand and buff it

[-=Jeff=-]

Another picture with the hood and cap sitting on it. Again need to wet sand but will wait a few days to do that.

 

[-=Jeff=-]

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

https://www.ebay.com/itm/324817321838?mkevt=1&mkpid=0&emsid=e11304.m43.l3160&mkcid=7&ch=osgood&euid=146aefb11ea64fbca319b36a8c822734&bu=43185669034&osub=-1~1&crd=20211107182647&segname=11304&sojTags=ch%3Dch%2Cbu%3Dbu%2Cosub%3Dosub%2Ccrd%3Dcrd%2Csegname%3Dsegname%2Cchnl%3Dmkcid

 

Also a snow plow, has the functions I want, just need to get the mount figured out

https://www.ebay.com/itm/373761717751?mkevt=1&mkpid=0&emsid=e11003.m43.l2649&mkcid=7&ch=osgood&euid=4711bd7062d548a48bb8f3fdb48acc98&bu=43185669034&osub=-1~1&crd=20211108210059&segname=11003&sojTags=ch%3Dch%2Cbu%3Dbu%2Cosub%3Dosub%2Ccrd%3Dcrd%2Csegname%3Dsegname%2Cchnl%3Dmkcid

[-=Jeff=-]

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. 
 

 

[Aerobert]

Wow! That body looks awesome.