doubletapdaddy's P4de Build

[doubletapdaddy]

Chassis vs Castle 1415 mod:

[QYKSLVR]

Dù Wërke son

[doubletapdaddy]

Began on the front...

Note use of MIP X-Duty #11104 and MIP X-Duty #10133


PL Power Strokes:

[doubletapdaddy]

Dù Wërke son

HUH?

I guess it beats "Tua madre"

[kdvanb]

I really like your build

When do you think it will hit the ground?

[QYKSLVR]

HUH?

I guess it beats "Tua madre"

Your doin work, say it just like it sounds lol.

You're going to love the Powerstrokes, I know I do.

[doubletapdaddy]

I really like your build

When do you think it will hit the ground?

Had to return original servo to Tower (wrong part, my fault); waiting for it to reach them via snailmail, then have to wait for same snailmail return. Prolly 2 weeks? Who knows...

In the meantime I need to solder BEC/ESC to connector, and trim/paint body.

[doubletapdaddy]

Do you guys have any suggestions on initial slipper clutch adjustment? Revo spec with alloy pads.

[dirty don]

I run my slipper with the nut backed out 1/2 from tight.

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[doubletapdaddy]

Began wheels today. 2.8 Trencher onto 3.2 Revolver. Trimming the tire to size was very easy, literally less than 5 minutes to complete both beads. The wheel on the other hand... ...pretty much sums up the emotional rollercoaster. Dont let anyone fool you, wheel trimming is time consuming. However, the results aren't too bad for my very first mount. One down, three to go.

[syrics2013]

Dude...that is some serious work! I like the dedication! Looks awesome!

[GoJonnypede]

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I've been following your thread and decided it was time to say WOW! You're going to have one of the nicest pede's around. Those wheels are sick!

[doubletapdaddy]

I've been following your thread and decided it was time to say WOW! You're going to have one of the nicest pede's around. Those wheels are sick![/QUOTE]

Thanx, but I do have a secret... (come closer to the screen)...
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...these are the SMALL ones. Shhhh, dont tell.

[Pede Pede]

Dang, nice work. Looking forward to the completed build.

[ramflames]

This build is Awesome!. Can't wait to see more. You've spared no expensive. Love the Hard Case for the Futaba Transmitter.

[stampede_fanatic]

Nice build man!

Subscribed...

[doubletapdaddy]

Front end finally finished:






Modified front shock guard fits P-L arm nicely. Note Lunsford Ti hinge pin passes completely through the caster block:

[stampede_fanatic]

Sweet build man! Keep it up.

My build thread should have pics of the MIP 17mm adapters. $26.29 complete set (no tax, no shipping) - just referenced receipt.

Btw, where did you get your complete set of MIP 17mm adapters for $26.29? That's a really great deal man!

[doubletapdaddy]

Sweet build man! Keep it up.



Btw, where did you get your complete set of MIP 17mm adapters for $26.29? That's a really great deal man!

Saw that question in the other thread, but was unsure if discussion of specific merchant+price was allowed. Other non-RC sites I belong to heavily frown upon this practice (certain AV sites and auto enthusiast sites come to mind). I originally found the price and B&M (with online presence) via Google.

[ksb51rl]

Saw that question in the other thread, but was unsure if discussion of specific merchant+price was allowed. Other non-RC sites I belong to heavily frown upon this practice (certain AV sites and auto enthusiast sites come to mind). I originally found the price and B&M (with online presence) via Google.

You can post where you got your MIP parts. No problem.

[doubletapdaddy]

They said Keith Richards might get back together. Me too, slowly but surely:







Still waiting for servo.....

[stampede_fanatic]

Based on the pic above, where did you get the hollow pivot along with the black plastic part that holds it? l wanted to replace the ball end pivot on the sway bar links so that I can still use the original holes like you did.

Thanks!

[doubletapdaddy]

You can post where you got your MIP parts. No problem.

Groovy:

http://www.philshobbyshop.com/catalo..._kit_slash_4x4

[QYKSLVR]

Phils is a great place for parts, and at great prices too. Many purchases in the past from them. They are semi-local to me.

[doubletapdaddy]

Phils is a great place for parts, and at great prices too.

I concur.
I was gonna say "Agreed", however it didn't satisfy the 10 character minimum.

[doubletapdaddy]

Based on the pic above, where did you get the hollow pivot along with the black plastic part that holds it? l wanted to replace the ball end pivot on the sway bar links so that I can still use the original holes like you did.

Thanks!

The only thing that I replaced was the original solid ball screw with the hollow ball pivot connectors. I took the hollow balls off of the original shocks that came with my roller. Traxxas exploded view lists two different PNs:

2742x
1942

2742x looks like your best bet. There are decent pics on Amazon, in fact 1942 shows the ball scrwes that I took off of the sway links.

[stampede_fanatic]

Groovy:

http://www.philshobbyshop.com/catalo..._kit_slash_4x4

The only thing that I replaced was the original solid ball screw with the hollow ball pivot connectors. I took the hollow balls off of the original shocks that came with my roller. Traxxas exploded view lists two different PNs:

2742x
1942

2742x looks like your best bet. There are decent pics on Amazon, in fact 1942 shows the ball scrwes that I took off of the sway links.

Cool man! Many thanks for the link and how-to on the hollow connector.

I really appreciate it!

[doubletapdaddy]

Finally finished 2.8 Trenchers/3.2 Revolvers. Of course, trimming the tires was easy. The pile of black bands in the pic are the sections of bead that were trimmed from the tires. The wheels however...

[stampede_fanatic]

Finally finished 2.8 Trenchers/3.2 Revolvers. Of course, trimming the tires was easy. The pile of black bands in the pic are the sections of bead that were trimmed from the tires. The wheels however...

What tool did you use to trim the sections of bead from the tire? Same tool used to trim the wheels?

[doubletapdaddy]

Scissors followed by Dremel for the wheels. X-acto for tires. Honestly, the wheels aren't that difficult. Just very time consuming/tedious.

[doubletapdaddy]

I must admit that I was slightly nervous prior to gluing the tires. However I found the process to be gratifying and relaxing. I am looking forward to gluing my other set as soon as I find the time.

If anyone is on the fence regarding gluing your own vs purchasing pre-mounted, I highly recommend going DIY. Not only will you find more wheel/tire possibilities, you will gain useful RC experience and skill.

[rc driver dude]

Dude awesome build! I just loved looking through it all. Is is going to get dirty?? Can't wait to see the end!

[doubletapdaddy]

Finished up the 2.8/3.2 combos and put them on:












And finally... I know this platform is not all about crawling, but I just dig articulation shots:

[Pede Pede]

That's going to be one of the nicer Pedes around here...

[doubletapdaddy]

I'm gonna sound like I live under a rock, but I have never seen an RC truck or car running (in person). I've seen planes and helis, but never anything with wheels. I guess by default, it will be the nicest one that I've ever seen. Now, if I can just get motivated and paint the body. Waiting for servo to arrive before I finalize the ESC/BEC placement.

[mydudrevo]

i have a question for you is the stampede 4x4 built on the same platform as the slash 4x4? i have a slash and would love to make it a pede your build is awsome

[Petertje60]

They differ just a few parts. You can check the exploded views for details.

[doubletapdaddy]

Servo showed up. Anybody got a good gustimate on which brand? Squinting is allowed:

[QYKSLVR]

Savox is my guess.

[doubletapdaddy]

Removed chassis for mods. Still new at this, so I get pretty geeked out over these sort of skeletonized pics. I'm sure that many seasoned P4ders will probably find them somewhat mundane: