Florida Roll Call!

[700r]

Happy new year everyone

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[TrailTorque]

Any plans for the new year for the rigs fellas?

 

[TrailTorque]

You should get some JKS quick disconnect sway bar end links while you’re at it. All you do is pull a pin. Takes seconds to disco...........Also like how you laid out your parts there to look like a Jeep grille.......

I’ll have to check that out. Would def be a good solution for the time being!

 

[TrailTorque]

Haha I’ll probably end up getting them and throwing them in. We will see what happens.

In other news my JL Rock crawler RC Jeep comes in tomorrow!

 

[Mark Elliott]

Haha I’ll probably end up getting them and throwing them in. We will see what happens.

In other news my JL Rock crawler RC Jeep comes in tomorrow!

Jeff you will soon have a “Rubicon”....lol..just kidding!! I cant wait to see your build, are you doing it yourself?? Dumb question, i know you well enough to know you are. HAHAHA Happy New Year to you and your family!

 

[TrailTorque]

Jeff you will soon have a “Rubicon”....lol..just kidding!! I cant wait to see your build, are you doing it yourself?? Dumb question, i know you well enough to know you are. HAHAHA Happy New Year to you and your family!

Actually as crazy as it sounds for me because I love working on vehicles, since it’s been at the dealership since Dec 17th and will continue to sit there until the warranty work is done (they ordered a part and it’s on back order with no ETA) I’m just having them throw it on for about $200 bucks.

My whole plan was to have the Jeep in possession and install myself along with a few friends and just make a day of it but plans change I guess..

It sucks for me as it’ll be the first thing I haven’t done myself on this Rig or any other vehicle in my life lol so it’s kind of a bummer, but, the uptick is that it’ll all be covered under warranty, it’s being done for cheap IMO and when I go to pick it up it’ll be done (which won’t be until mid-late January from what they are telling me right now). So I’m trying to focus on the positives.

They are doing it for so cheap because I kind of have them by the nuts right now being I’m making payments on a vehicle I haven’t had for awhile and won’t have for awhile so it worked out I guess.

 

[Drytellsr]

I ran mine through a car wash and got about 75% of it off. I’m having it detailed hopefully this weekend, including pressure-washing the undercarriage and engine compartment. My engine has a significant amount of dried mud on it - but not a speck in the air intake! LOL! In my “old age” I would rather pay a young ‘un to do it

I took mine through a car wash too but it was UNSAT, Good thing i brought my own pit crew along and they did another wash and detail for me back at the house. It was an awesome experience for my son in law and Grandsons. we are looking forward to another trail ride with all of you.

 

[Drytellsr]

Happening now. I’ll be ready for next time!

Is that a 2" lift kit?

 

[Drytellsr]

Anybody else just Flat tired?

Our party just continued till last night. Entertaining grandsons with tractor rides, target shooting, teaching fire building techniques, Tight rope walking, Fireworks, and a whole lot of other activities. They kept me moving non stop since the trail ride. Finally got to go back to work for some rest. You Guys and Gals were a great group of folk and showed us a great time. When is the next ride?

 

[TrailTorque]

Albeit I may not have my have my real JLU I just received my mini JLU!

It’s a 1/24 scale JLU by Axial Racing. First and only if it’s kind. It’s a great entry level crawler by a well know successful RC company.


Features:

• Includes radio transmitter and receiver and battery.
• Comes with ESC, motor, and servo already installed.
• Features a realistic new body design.
• Licensed wheels are modeled after 1:1 KMC Machete Wheels.
• Licensed tires are modeled after 1:1 Nitto Trail Grappler M/T tires.
• 3-Link front and 4-link rear suspension provides optimal handling.

Specifications:

Approximate Assembly Time: No assembly required
Ball Bearings: Full set
Batteries: Dynamite 7.4V 350mAh 30C LiPo
Body: Axial Jeep JL Hardtop
Brakes: Integral with ESC
Charger: USB LiPo Charger
Chassis: Stamped Steel Chassis Rails
Completion Level: Ready-To-Run
Differential: Worm Gear 16T/4T
Drivetrain: 4WD
Ground Clearance: 1.06" (27mm)
Height: 4.2" (106.5mm)
Length: 7.8" (199.5mm)
Motor Size: 180
Motor Type: Brushed 180 size, 88 turn
Pinion: 10T
Radio: Axial AX-4 2.4GHz 2-Channel
Servos: AS-1 Micro Steering Servo
Shock Type: Coil-Over, Plastic Body, .9 - 1.3" (24 - 33.4mm)
Size/Scale: 1/24
Speed Control: AE-6 ESC/RX with Reverse
Spur Gear: 55T
Suspension: 3 Link Front and 4 Link Rear
Tire Diameter: 2.0" (51mm)
Tire Tread: Nitto Trail Grappler M/T
Track: Front and Rear, 3.9" (99.5mm) distance from outer edges of tires measured side-to-side
Vehicle Type: Desert Crawler
Water-Resistant: Yes
Wheel Diameter: 1.0" (26mm)
Wheel Type: Plastic KMC Machete, black in color
Wheel Width: .48" (12.4mm)
Wheelbase: 5.2" (132.5mm)
Width: 3.9" (99.5mm)

Includes:

• (1) AX-4 2.4GHz 2-Channel Radio
• (1) AE-6 Forward/Reverse ESC/Rx
• (1) SCX24 88T Motor with Pinion
• (1) AS-1 Micro Servo
• (1) Dynamite® 7.4v 350mAh 2S LiPo Battery
• (1) USB Charger
• (4) AA Batteries

It’s first crawl was the Yuengling Trail in St Augustine, FL. A lot of spots to flex as you can see below.

 

[Drytellsr]

Albeit I may not have my have my real JLU I just received my mini JLU!

It’s a 1/24 scale JLU by Axial Racing. First and only if it’s kind. It’s a great entry level crawler by a well know successful RC company.


Features:

• Includes radio transmitter and receiver and battery.
• Comes with ESC, motor, and servo already installed.
• Features a realistic new body design.
• Licensed wheels are modeled after 1:1 KMC Machete Wheels.
• Licensed tires are modeled after 1:1 Nitto Trail Grappler M/T tires.
• 3-Link front and 4-link rear suspension provides optimal handling.

Specifications:

Approximate Assembly Time: No assembly required
Ball Bearings: Full set
Batteries: Dynamite 7.4V 350mAh 30C LiPo
Body: Axial Jeep JL Hardtop
Brakes: Integral with ESC
Charger: USB LiPo Charger
Chassis: Stamped Steel Chassis Rails
Completion Level: Ready-To-Run
Differential: Worm Gear 16T/4T
Drivetrain: 4WD
Ground Clearance: 1.06" (27mm)
Height: 4.2" (106.5mm)
Length: 7.8" (199.5mm)
Motor Size: 180
Motor Type: Brushed 180 size, 88 turn
Pinion: 10T
Radio: Axial AX-4 2.4GHz 2-Channel
Servos: AS-1 Micro Steering Servo
Shock Type: Coil-Over, Plastic Body, .9 - 1.3" (24 - 33.4mm)
Size/Scale: 1/24
Speed Control: AE-6 ESC/RX with Reverse
Spur Gear: 55T
Suspension: 3 Link Front and 4 Link Rear
Tire Diameter: 2.0" (51mm)
Tire Tread: Nitto Trail Grappler M/T
Track: Front and Rear, 3.9" (99.5mm) distance from outer edges of tires measured side-to-side
Vehicle Type: Desert Crawler
Water-Resistant: Yes
Wheel Diameter: 1.0" (26mm)
Wheel Type: Plastic KMC Machete, black in color
Wheel Width: .48" (12.4mm)
Wheelbase: 5.2" (132.5mm)
Width: 3.9" (99.5mm)

Includes:

• (1) AX-4 2.4GHz 2-Channel Radio
• (1) AE-6 Forward/Reverse ESC/Rx
• (1) SCX24 88T Motor with Pinion
• (1) AS-1 Micro Servo
• (1) Dynamite® 7.4v 350mAh 2S LiPo Battery
• (1) USB Charger
• (4) AA Batteries

It’s first crawl was the Yuengling Trail in St Augustine, FL. A lot of spots to flex as you can see below.

Nice!, Does it come in Bikini Pearl? can it Crawl a Sixpack?

 

[TrailTorque]

Nice!, Does it come in Bikini Pearl? can it Crawl a Sixpack?

No it only comes in White or Hella Yella but your could always paint it to match your rig which I plan on painting mine GCM...

Yes, yes it will LOL

 

[TrailTorque]

I’m thinking of building a budget Co2 system for airing up. The PowerTank setups are nice but I just can’t justify their $390 to $600+ price tags in my mind.

I’ve pieced together a budget setup using only Amazon and it looks like it’ll be $224 bucks total out the door.

• New 10Lb Co2 bottle w/CGA320 Valve - $79.00
• Digital Tire Inflator (200psi) - $39.90
• Co2 Carry Handle - $12.37
• High Pressure 1/4”x25’ Recoil Hose (200psi) - $10.49
• Co2 High Flow Regulator w/out gauge - $49.98
• 1/4” 45 Degree Brass Fitting - $9.56
• 1/4” Double Male Brass Fitting - $4.84
• 1/4” 6-Ball Brass Coupler - $3.31
• Co2 Gauge - $14.99

TOTAL: $224.44

Am I missing anything? I’ve seen tank setups for $280+ but most of those low end deals like SmittyBilt and Poly Performance use Chinese fittings and bit parts..

I found a SmittyBilt system online for $289.99. Maybe I try that bottle out and if it doesn’t work out just build my own..??

What do you guys think? Too much thought?

 

[700r]

I’m thinking of building a budget Co2 system for airing up. The PowerTank setups are nice but I just can’t justify their $390 to $600+ price tags in my mind.

I’ve pieced together a budget setup using only Amazon and it looks like it’ll be $224 bucks total out the door.

• New 10Lb Co2 bottle w/CGA320 Valve - $79.00
• Digital Tire Inflator (200psi) - $39.90
• Co2 Carry Handle - $12.37
• High Pressure 1/4”x25’ Recoil Hose (200psi) - $10.49
• Co2 High Flow Regulator w/out gauge - $49.98
• 1/4” 45 Degree Brass Fitting - $9.56
• 1/4” Double Male Brass Fitting - $4.84
• 1/4” 6-Ball Brass Coupler - $3.31
• Co2 Gauge - $14.99

TOTAL: $224.44

Am I missing anything? I’ve seen tank setups for $280+ but most of those low end deals like SmittyBilt and Poly Performance use Chinese fittings and bit parts..

What do you guys think? Too much thought?

yeah that looks pretty good That's pretty much about the same setup I have on my air tank honestly though I'm thinking about going to a 5-pound tank because it weighs less and it's smaller, also you may want to check your tire inflator Make sure of how accurate it is cuz some of them go to like a quarter of a pound or 2 lb difference or a 3 lb difference

 

[TrailTorque]

yeah that looks pretty good That's pretty much about the same setup I have on my air tank honestly though I'm thinking about going to a 5-pound tank because it weighs less and it's smaller, also you may want to check your tire inflator Make sure of how accurate it is cuz some of them go to like a quarter of a pound or 2 lb difference or a 3 lb difference

Did you DIY yours? That SmittyBilt system for $289.99 ready to go minus a fill up out of the box is tempting but I know they aren’t using quality fittings and such..

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