RMDW T's & T's & set up

[TNCrawler]

Ive been going through my pics and info and I am still compiling as much info as I can.

With that..recent events here in the VC forum prompted me to put together a comprehensive diagram of the Creeper and its base line parts

See Post #17 above

super great write up RM. helped me a ton already. thanks for your time and effort8)

 

[rmdesignworks]

super great write up RM. helped me a ton already. thanks for your time and effort8)

no TNC,,thanks to you and the other's who put forth the time and effort to read what I write. You guys who thirst for information are my inspiration for doing it. Some of you already know that I will do as much as I can to help anyone,,I just ask for a little effort on other people's parts before they post up a question. I really wish everyone would just post up a build thread of thier own rig even if its already built and then stick with expanding thier own thread,,it would be so much easier to find infornation that way. Thats why I started this T&T,,,to minimize the effort needed to find info. There is so much more I am going to add to this thread too.

 

[TNCrawler]

rm needed the spot so i moved my post"thumbsup"

nice write up my friend"thumbsup"8)

 

[rmdesignworks]

Thanks TNC,,that will help keep the first few posts as just tech as I rewrite the 3rd and 4th post to have more tech info and pics,diagrams etc.

 

[SpeedyG]

I really wish everyone would just post up a build thread of thier own rig even if its already built and then stick with expanding thier own thread,,it would be so much easier to find infornation that way.

X2 on that dude! Have a look at mine and see what u think as far as my link geo and junk goes... Still waitin on pinions...:roll:

 

[rmdesignworks]

Lipo tech

The lipo diagram has also been moved to post #3 on page 1,,,sorry guys just trying to keep everything together.

 

[rmdesignworks]

hey Guys I have moved some stuff around and moved the lipo tech to post 3 along with the new VC tranny and axle gear guide

 

[catzuk]

This has been the best thread made so far! Thanks for keeping it cleaned up and very informative. Great info here. I appreciate you taking your time to do this for everyone! "thumbsup" "thumbsup" "thumbsup" How can this become a sticky and be near the top at all times?????

Now get your website updated so we can buy stuff from you :mrgreen:

 

[rmdesignworks]

I havent pushed on the website cuz of machining issues,,,no sense in offering updated goods I cant get produced ya know...that has been my main objective in the past few months.

Thanks for the kind words and thoughts...Im glad that my endeavors help some people out.

 

[Modean74]

I just got my rear upper links parallel and spread apart. The twist is gone and I was able to tackle some rocks the other day that had flipped me over before. Keep up the posts and I will use the information shamelessly. "thumbsup"

 

[rmdesignworks]

Ya know I am really glad to see the way the Creeper is taking a place in the Crawling market after so long of being a basher only or starter rig....the Creeper never ceases to amaze me at what it will do and the amount of carnage inducing stress it will take when I bind it up in a hole and just keep throwing more throttle at it.

I am also glad to see so many new people in this thread constantly and the new people getting a Creeper almost weekly and I havent seen nearly as many people threatening to dump thier Creeper for something "better". It has really helped with those of you who have stepped up and started really showing your rigs off as they transfrom form box stock to comp worthy rigs.

Keep up the good work guys....The Creeper has a good chance of being a real contender in a lot of fashions....Hmmm! I wonder what the diehard guys would say if a Creeper made it to Worlds?

 

[rmdesignworks]

I just got my rear upper links parallel and spread apart. The twist is gone and I was able to tackle some rocks the other day that had flipped me over before. Keep up the posts and I will use the information shamelessly. "thumbsup"

Thats good to hear Modean,,,glad I could help get your Creeper running better,,,but you took the ball in your court and played it out man....Good work on taking some information and turning it into a working result....the same to the rest of you who have found the Rear Upper Link Mod to have helped.

 

[rmdesignworks]

Ive added a link to the Vendors section where my Pin Lox are now,,,and Hopefully a mod will delete the link here in the Venom forum so I can get a tech thread going for those.

 

[rmdesignworks]

I finally edited the VC's parts list and base set up...

2.2 Pro Rig
5 lbs 14 oz RTR weight
Rovers White Dot
RMDW Paradox Dual Disk Foams
Paradox Pin Lox cvd pin retainers
55t motor
Axle plates f/r---rear for proper link geometry, front for BTA and battery relocate
RMDW VULTURE CHASSIS with body panels made form the Stock Creeper body
Paradox Axle Trusses coming soon
CC BEC 10amp
Novak Rooster Crawler
Novak Smart Stop 3S Lipo Cut-off
3S lipo
Lipo on front axle
Traxxas Steel yokes and Long Truck Shafts cut to fit
Losi 4" shocks w/ White sprins and 25wt oil
Spektrum DX3E 2.4 ghz , 3rd channel for DIG
Custom Dig servo mount
METAL Putty locked lockers
Aluminum C's
Aluminum knuckles
Aluminum rear lock outs
1.5" wide CKRC Link "Murdered Out" Wheels w/ Berg Gold rings
Shaved axle housings
RMDW Flex Skid
G-Made Wheel Wideners, front only
CKRC Heavy Duty cvd's

 

[rmdesignworks]

I added a step by step tutorial for using photobucket to POST #4

 

[rmdesignworks]

Team Losi 4" Threaded Rock Crawler Shock Set #LOSA5082


I have added a listing of Losi spring rates, part numbers and color codes for those running Losi 4" shocks.

 

[rmdesignworks]

The stock, out of the box steering angles on the Creeper are just mind blowing. Wheel back spacing and tire width along with link geometry and shock placement in the stock Creeper configuation doesnt allow for full lock to lock steering without the tires rubbing the shocks and links.

You can get 52* of steering deflection, which is designed into the Creeper, if you move the lower links and the shocks inboard,,see my build thread for a detailed modification to the front suspension.

 

[Toughbeard]

One of the best threads I have read on the Creeper.

I suggest changing the Name of the thread to "XXX Hardcore Venom Building Thread with Jenna Jameson" Every one will read it then ... Or simply make it a sticky

Awesome write up "thumbsup"

 

[Trail Blazer]

deep stuff

well i am a noob and i must say this is very interesting and has me looking a venom right now lol

 

[rmdesignworks]

One of the best threads I have read on the Creeper.

I suggest changing the Name of the thread to "XXX Hardcore Venom Building Thread with Jenna Jameson" Every one will read it then ... Or simply make it a sticky

Awesome write up "thumbsup"

well i am a noob and i must say this is very interesting and has me looking a venom right now lol

Thanks guys