Jackedman

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I have a trx rustler and i wanted to know if i can make this into a crawler and what would i need to do this if i can. anything would help

TeamTFR

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No...the only thing that it'd be good for (if it's electric) is for the tranny to put into a TLT.

usa1man

well you can always get another tranny and make a 4x4 pede with the right motors,locking the diffs you would be able to crawl
here is just a few pics of mine when it was still assembled the chasis is custom built and it had 4 wheel sterring using stock traxxas parts from two stampede trucks

Jackedman

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so i can't use it at all

Jackedman

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also usa1man whats the specs on that metal plate your using there

Rc EnthuSiasTs

you need 4wd, ground clearance, which the rustler doesnt have. And to have a good rock crawler, you need solid axles!
Oh yeah, a 4-link suspension!

Jackedman

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i'm making a four link suspension im kinda doing the same as a monster truck

Rc EnthuSiasTs

i totally encourage you to try this, that is what rock crawling is all about, custom[sm=49_49.gif]
You basically just need a good idea, and a chassis that will hold everything together. I have seen some really interesting things done before. Good luck, and keep us posted on what is going to happen!!

Jackedman

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will do. I have a milling mechine at work so thats going to come in handy when i go to make my chassis and my diff mounts and so on i hope it comes out good well at least works right anyways

Rc EnthuSiasTs

have you got the chassis milled up.
Or do you have some chassis ideas, would like to hear what your chassis plans are.

Jackedman

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i have the chassis milled up and now i'm just trying to think of a way to to the axles and wheels you know but it's comming along but at a slow pase

gmc310

You can buy a tlt-1 and use your radio, esc, rear shox , front wheels ,and tranny to build a nice crawler , Gary

hands without shadows

To make 4 link you could replace the shocks with turnbuckles to lock them in the down position, that will give you good diff clearance. Then all you have to do is figure out some suspension geometry and make the links.

Jackedman

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thats not a bad idea i think about a little more and ill tell you guys what i end up doing for it and i'll post some pics of it as i go

Rc EnthuSiasTs

Cool, sounds like you have lots of options!

Jackedman

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I do I just have to get buliding now. I hope I have it done by the spring. Hey whats a good turn motor to use for this? i have a spare 27 turn stock motor will that work ok

Rc EnthuSiasTs

it would be okay, maybe a little fast, look in to a 35 or 45 turn motor.

Jackedman

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i will but is that ok to start with?

hands without shadows

Should be fine to start if you gear it low.

Jackedman

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ok thanks for the heads up