Soze's MST CFX-W Build

[soze]

So... finally getting around to my MST CFX-W build. Just started today, and I'll post up progress as I go along.

Follow this build on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLnWfHyV3LtMBHMsTRQrNz7XLyypnUaENe

Most product links are to the item on eBay. As an eBay Partner, I may be compensated if you make a purchase.

Build Details:
MST CFX-W Kit (eBay)
MST M06 19T Pinion Gear (eBay)
MST CFX-W Steel drive shaft [210571] (eBay)
MST CFX-W Steel drive shaft set 99-119mm [210569] x 2 (eBay)
Yeah Racing Hackmoto V2 35T 540 Brushed Motor (eBay)
Boom Racing #BR967010S Stainless Steel Links W/ Ball Ends 313mm Wheelbase (4mm Rod Ends) Silver for MST 1/8 CFX-W
Boom Racing 25T Aluminum Servo Horn
Pro-Line 85 Toyota HiLux SR5 Body (Cab and Bed) (eBay)
Aluminum 1.9inches RC Beadlock 12 Spokes Wheels/Rims (eBay)
Pro-Line Racing #10128-14 Hyrax 1.9 G8 Rock Terrain Truck Tires (eBay)
Spotlights taken from Generic Roof Rack + Light kit (eBay)
RC Nerds RCN004 Grill with radiator for Pro-Line Toyota SR5
RC Nerds RCN003 Front grill lamps for Pro-Line Toyota SR5
RC Nerds RCN005 front main bumper for Pro-Line Toyota SR5
RC Nerds RCN011 mirrors for Pro-Line Toyota SR5
RC Nerds RCN014 logos for Pro-Line Toyota SR5
Knight Customs SR50019 SR5 Rear Light Buckets
Knight Customs SR50020 SR5 Rear Light Lens
Knight Customs SR50005 SR5 Twin Roll Bar
"TOYOTA" Vinyl Decal V2 - White
Samix MST CFX-W Titanium Steering Links (on eBay) (eBay)
Traxxas Rod-Ends #5347 (for use with the Samix links) (eBay)

Electronics:
Hobbywing WP-1080 Brushed ESC (eBay)
FlySky R6B 2.4GHz 6-Channel Receiver (eBay)
FlySky GT-3C 2.4 GHz Radio (eBay)
Power HD WP-23KG Waterproof Digital Servo (eBay)

Tools / Materials:
Versachem Brake Caliper Grease (eBay)
45 in 1 Precision Screwdriver Set (eBay)
Hakko FX-888D Soldering Station (eBay)
Tamiya Side Cutter (eBay)
Tamiya RC Car Spray Paint PS-23 Gun Metal (eBay)
Tamiya RC Car Spray Paint PS-5 Black (eBay)
Tamiya RC Car Spray PS-31 Smoke (eBay)
Tamiya RC Car Spray PS-12 Silver (eBay)
Performix 11203 Plasti Dip Black Multi-Purpose Rubber Coating Aerosol - 11 oz. (eBay)
DEWALT DCF610S2R 12V MAX Cordless Lithium-Ion 1/4 in. Hex Chuck Screwdriver Kit (eBay)
MIP Metric Speed Tip Set MIP9512 (eBay)

Step 1: Transmission

The parts are really well organized and laid out. Impressed.

 

[soze]

Step 2 & 3: Transfer Case and Frame Rails

So far really impressed with the organization of this kit. All the parts are all well laid out. The "QC Passed" sticker really means something. No extra parts left over, no missing parts. Someone must really be inspecting these parts.

 

[soze]

Step 4: Links

Links created.

 

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Step 5: Dampers

 

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Step 6: Axles

 

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Step 7: Driveshaft

 

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Step 8: Battery Mount & Bumpers/Sliders

 

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Step 9: Wheels & Tires

 

[neospirit]

How is the build going?

 

[soze]

How is the build going?

Got links done yesterday, will update soon. It'll be slow though... hard to find time.

 

[neospirit]

Where do you usually go to run these? I am in Orange County as well.

 

[soze]

Where do you usually go to run these? I am in Orange County as well.

I live in a community with a nice dry rock creek (no water).

 

[neospirit]

My kids are bugging me to take them to the park. This park has a creek and parts of it is dry.

 

[soze]

Got the dampers done last night. Will probably start on the axles today.

 

[soze]

started on the axles today, but need to wait for my servo to come in.

 

[neospirit]

Are you going to use the Power HD servo?

 

[soze]

Are you going to use the Power HD servo?

Yes, I've been happy with the one I put in the Ascender so far. Bought another 23kg WP one.

 

[neospirit]

I ordered a K2 servo from ebay. I am going to try that in the Sawback.

 

[neospirit]

I know you are not finished yet. How is the quality of the build compare to the Sawback 4LS?

 

[soze]

I know you are not finished yet. How is the quality of the build compare to the Sawback 4LS?

It's good. I like the quality of the plastics and the organization with which the kit is packaged.

You can check some of my build videos out.

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw1ZVfNcfBjYPn1cDRKQbrg