rcdave Posted May 1, 2012 Share Posted May 1, 2012 I have been building radio control cars on and off for 28 years and recently started using static models to make scale r/c vehicles. I have always wanted a semi so I decided that should be my next build. Got some good tips from this site so I thought I would share my build. I will be using the Losi Micro Crawler for the axles,transmission and electrics and Italeri wheels and tires. Starting with the chassis I extended it 2", reinforced it with 2mm and 3.2mm styrene and lots of glue, attached the floor for the sleeper and removed all the stuff I don't need. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JMD904 Posted May 1, 2012 Share Posted May 1, 2012 Thats awesome! Can't wait to see it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bandit1 Posted May 1, 2012 Share Posted May 1, 2012 oh man!....I DIED AND WENT TO HEAVEN! :lol: ....NO WAIT.....im still breathing! :lol: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rcdave Posted May 1, 2012 Author Share Posted May 1, 2012 (edited) Glad you guys like it, here's some more! For the rear suspension I am using leaf springs made from a 1/8 scale engine pullstart recoil spring, 1/16" steel for the airbag mounts and I simulated airbags with compression springs covered with twist balloons. They are attached with small pins and I used heat shrink tubing for the bushings. The axles are connected together with with brass rod and tube brazed together to accept the stock driveshaft. Next I made panherd bars out of lexan and attached them with pins. Edited May 1, 2012 by rcdave Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wagoneer81 Posted May 2, 2012 Share Posted May 2, 2012 Very cool conversion! I've never seen a 1/25 static kit converted to R/C... I will be watching this one closely! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rcdave Posted May 2, 2012 Author Share Posted May 2, 2012 For the front end I used the same spring steel and 1/16" steel for the hangers and they are attached with a small pin and I used heat shrink tubing for the bushings. Airbags with compression springs covered with a peice of a twist balloon. The axle is cast alloy from Kit Form Services. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
camaro68 Posted May 3, 2012 Share Posted May 3, 2012 Very nice going to watch this one close Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich_S Posted May 3, 2012 Share Posted May 3, 2012 Very Impressive Dave. This is the first time I've seen a static kit transformed into a working R/C model. I never knew parts like theses existed, thank you for posting your progress. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
signguy2108 Posted May 3, 2012 Share Posted May 3, 2012 Wow! I'm putting all my models back in the closet, never to see daylight again. Unbelievable ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jekylljr Posted May 3, 2012 Share Posted May 3, 2012 Super nice work taking model building to the extreme Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rcdave Posted May 8, 2012 Author Share Posted May 8, 2012 Thanks for the comments! Did a quick weight test on the frame. Lipo's aren't heavy enough. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pete3522 Posted May 8, 2012 Share Posted May 8, 2012 i would say your frame passed the test lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rcdave Posted May 13, 2012 Author Share Posted May 13, 2012 The Transmission is also from a Losi Micro Crawler and I screwed it to the frame on one side and used a peice of styrene to connect it to the frame on the other side for added strength. I plan to use a 70-90 turn, neo mag 130 motor but for now I have the stock one. For the driveshaft I used a peice of antenna, it's small, strong and somewhat light weight. Glued it to one side and slotted the other end and put a pin in it so it could slide. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pete3522 Posted May 13, 2012 Share Posted May 13, 2012 wow that is some awesome work when you get this runnin you need to make a video and post it on you tube i wanna see this run. I have a peterbuilt i bought thats remote controlled its pretty cool But never seen one made out of a model Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hotrod59f100 Posted May 16, 2012 Share Posted May 16, 2012 Sweet. I like the concept and your work so far. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruzcontrol Posted May 16, 2012 Share Posted May 16, 2012 Very Nice! Your workmanship is fantastic. I'm looking forward to seeing her on the road. Do you plan on building a trailer to pull? Gary. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rcdave Posted May 25, 2012 Author Share Posted May 25, 2012 wow that is some awesome work when you get this runnin you need to make a video and post it on you tube i wanna see this run. I have a peterbuilt i bought thats remote controlled its pretty cool But never seen one made out of a model It will be awhile but I will have a vid. What scale is your rc Pete? Very Nice! Your workmanship is fantastic. I'm looking forward to seeing her on the road. Do you plan on building a trailer to pull? Gary. Thanks, I plan to make a lowboy and a Nascar type transporter. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Badluck 13 Posted May 26, 2012 Share Posted May 26, 2012 This is so cool,I really like the dual drive set up,amazing how you have done this,I am soooooo watchin' this one.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bennyg Posted May 26, 2012 Share Posted May 26, 2012 That is so cool. Love it. Can't wait to see more. Ben Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thundercat Posted June 2, 2012 Share Posted June 2, 2012 That is amazing. I dont think I'm ready for anything like that yet. I'll get there some day, but your build is mind blowing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rcdave Posted June 3, 2012 Author Share Posted June 3, 2012 Thanks for the comments here's an update. The steering servo is almost a perfect fit in the model engine so that's where I put it, seen this done by other people in different scales. I used screws to hold the engine together and mount it to the chassis so it can be taken apart if needed. Then I removed the spring from the servo saver and cut it down to a lower profile. The steering linkages are from a big paperclip. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
modelmarknz Posted June 4, 2012 Share Posted June 4, 2012 wow ... now that`s some clever building ....double WOW Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bennyg Posted June 4, 2012 Share Posted June 4, 2012 I would love to see this done to a moebius lonestar. Cheers Ben Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thundercat Posted June 4, 2012 Share Posted June 4, 2012 What do you do for a living to be able to do such great work. This build is so, so cool. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pete3522 Posted June 4, 2012 Share Posted June 4, 2012 awesome work Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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