Greatscott's Capra Kit

[OnTheTrail]

The rig is very smooth in the forward direction, but it as a bit of a twitch if I am not careful going in reverse. Between the ESC and radio, I am fairly sure I can program that out.

Fwiw...If you can't program it out, you may take a look and see if you need to add a shim between the driveshaft(s) and the pinion bearing. Seems to be fairly common on these axles.

 

[Greatscott]

Cool, I did not realize the Capra also had the third front wheel drive option. Rig requires a shorty pack?

The SSD portal covers have a nice looking finish, no surprises there I suppose.

More pics coming? Those wheels must be mounted...

I don't think having three modes on the dig was something the engineers actually designed in to the whole mess, but there is enough slop between 4WD and dig to allow the FWD mode.

Having FWD where the back wheels are freewheeling is particularly useful on climbs when you don't want your back wheels pushing you over, but you don't want them acting as an anchor either.

Mounted?

They are Injora bealocks (Amazon) wrapped in PL Hydrax tires.

Fwiw...If you can't program it out, you may take a look and see if you need to add a shim between the driveshaft(s) and the pinion bearing. Seems to be fairly common on these axles.

Good to know. I am fairly sure most of my problem is with ESC/TX tuning, which comes down to setting the proper start power, dead band, and throttle curve. But, I am always looking for better ways of tuning, and will certainly keep the shims in mind.

Now I am on the hunt for batteries, I am kind of likely these, by their reviews they fit the Capra.

https://www.amainhobbies.com/reedy-...30c-lipo-battery-11.1v-3000mah-asc759/p945354

 

[Raguvian]

Nice build! I'm also working on a dig servo mount for a used Capra I got that had the dig locked out. My plan is to also have 4WD/FWD/locked rear as well.

Now if only my 3D printer would stop acting up and actually print my design...

 

[Greatscott]

Untitled by Scott O, on Flickr

 

[B-MOW71]

Nice side shot!"thumbsup"

Wheels and tires look great mounted up!

 

[Greatscott]

Got my brand new panels from Barn Dog RC, they fit like a glove... Now I have to decide if I am going to slap some stickers on them and bolt them up. Or, if I am going send them out somewhere to get dipped.

Untitled by Scott O, on Flickr

 

[ScaleLifeNewbie]

I like the metal look. I’d do a protective coating if there isn’t already one on them and slap some stickers on and call it a day.


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[Greatscott]

Went ahead and slapped some stickers on. I have some feelers out for hydrodipping, and might still go that route. With the weather up here in North 'ho, its not likely I'll be hitting the rocks any time soon.

The last thing is to figure out something for the interior, might look for someone local that can paint it up for me. Or, I'll just get an aluminum plate off of Amazon... dunno...

Untitled by Scott O, on Flickr

Untitled by Scott O, on Flickr

 

[Greatscott]

Trying something new on this build, a DSM kinetic winch, which is more or less a bungie with a hook.

Untitled by Scott O, on Flickr

 

[Barndog Racing]

Looking good Scott thank you for the purchase I appreciate it!

 

[Greatscott]

My local club is moving away from C3 rules, and moving to WE RC Rock rules. Is it possible, with the stock chassis, to meet the cockpit requirements?

 

[Saltrock]

This is the 1/1 rule set, sorry.

Wow, this is a hefty rule book.

https://werocklive.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/WE-Rock-Rules-2023.pdf

I’ll check it out but it might take me a bit to read it all. lol

Here is the RC rules.

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Thread 'WE RC ROCK Rules 2024'

Sep 8, 2024

W.E. R.C. ROCK
Wheeled Extreme Radio Control Rock Buggy Competitions

Mission Statement:
The purpose of these rules is to organize events in the style of we rock buggy competition. We want competitors to make their vehicle look as realistic as possible. And have fun driving technical radio control rock crawling courses. Scale appearance is the number one emphasis with these competitions and we realize this is not for everyone. While competition is at the forefront of these classes/events please emphasize camaraderie and having fun.

RULES:
-No ladder frame only chassis’; must be full...

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• Forum: WE RC Rock

 

[Greatscott]

Yeah, I understand the rules, I am looking for information on how to be with compliant with the cockpit requirements.

 

[Saltrock]

Well first off I would find out if your Capra is even allowed since they are mentioned at least once as not being allowed. After you find out if your Capra is ok then the rest is reading the rules.

 

[Greatscott]

Well first off I would find out if your Capra is even allowed since they are mentioned at least once as not being allowed. After you find out if your Capra is ok then the rest is reading the rules.

Somehow you are stuck on the notion that I have not read the rules, however, I am asking a specific question directly related to the rules, ergo, I have read the rules... With that, you either don't have the answer to my question, or you do understand the question...

First, the Capra is allowed, but a plastic chassis is dinged scale 40 points. The quest is: How do you make a Capra compliant with the cockpit rules?