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Since the TLT-1 Rockbuster first came on the scene, it has been sought after
for project builds of all types. Right now Radio Control Rock Crawling is HOT and
gaining momentum.
TLT-1 axles are used for a variety of reasons:
#1 Scale trail rigs: Axle width is perfect for most builds.
#2 All crawling: The axles have proven themselves to the rigors of hard terrain
This build started life out as a TLT-1 Rockbuster #47201 and evolved into a very
capable rig. Since the days of the Clodbuster, aftermarket companies have kept
the spirit alive. They allow you to take a fun vehicle and mold it to your
liking for even more fun.
Awhile ago we wrote an
article
that showed you what to use to make a TLT-1 into a basic crawler using Tamiya
parts. This will focus on what it takes to make the TLT-1 into a competition
crawler.
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List of what I used:
Tamiya
TLT-1 kit
Dyna Blaster Body
F350 Highlift wheel/tire (Spare tire)
TNX body posts
TP-S148 (Dig servo)
Aluminum Dampers (Full droop)
Novak
Brushless Goat System
RC4WD
Beadlocks BL35
2.2 Rock Stompers
R2D tranny
Reign
Chassis
Junfac
Steering rods
Links
Skid
Wideners
Axle mounts
Harley0706
Dig servo mount
Ofna
High torque servo saver
Tekin
3ch reciever
Futaba
S9404 (Steering servo)
TCS
6 cell Split Battery Pack
Montana Scale Designs
Servo mount/link plates
Plus some hand made items
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On the front axle you will notice how the 6cell split pack fits nicely on the axle mounts. The Skid protects the beefy steering rods and servo from danger. Servo is outfitted with a High Torque servo saver.
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To the left you see how the wideners give you more track and
stability. This really helps keep the vehicle shiny-side-up. |
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Below you will see the brushless Goat mounted, to the left of the ESC you can find the Dig servo mounted to the back of the tranny and linkage hooked up for maximum Dig*.
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The MSD Servo/link mounts were very strong with no flex. I locked out the rear steering to keep the rear lightweight.
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The Rockstompers and Beadlocks are almost too pretty to get all dirty. Oh well they're made to perform, so it's time to get them dirty!
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The Reign Chassis with it's simplistic design and tough looks, gives you a great small platform to build off. There are tons of different crawler chassis' out there, all with little tweaks here and there. I chose this chassis for the looks and layout.
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Last but not least, I chose the Dyna Blaster body for its low-profile looks and competition styling. After test fitting it and marking and trimming the wheel wells for the tires and articulation the body came together. It's important to not only chose a body you like the looks of but one that gives your rig functionality.
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The above options and parts are what I chose for my build, there are plenty of options for all builds. So do the research, ask around on the forums and choose wisely, so you don't have to build and buy twice. After you get it built and drive it, you will end up tweaking it from what you find are the weak spots.
Have fun, and enjoy your build!
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*Dig - A Dig gives you the ability to lock the rear diff and drag it for tight turns and tricky courses.
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