Break, Fix, BREAK AGAIN! - SAC'd Winter Series Comp #1

November 14, 2022 in Vlogs

Sacramento Area Cone Dodgers Comp #1 happened this weekend and it was a blast to run gates! But my weekend wasn't without issue for my truck. I should have made changes when I knew issues arose but I didn't take it serious enough!

GoPro Neck Mount is from Telesin: https://amzn.to/3UAmgAI

If you want more information on these events, you'll find them posted in this group: http://bit.ly/3ttGksE

Truck Details are as follows

VXT2 Tires: https://bit.ly/3OqvQDe

F10 Front Axle Kit: https://bit.ly/3ukVFeO

F10 Rear Axle Kit: https://bit.ly/3D2kX5B

21% VFD overdrive kit: https://bit.ly/2MohRzr

Incision driveshafts: https://bit.ly/3ldK9fB

90mm S8E shocks: https://bit.ly/3HW8WRG

Reefs 888 Servo: https://bit.ly/3P9B7Qo

Holmes Hobbies Crawlmaster V2 ESC: http://bit.ly/3UWlCwX

HK Hobbies 1850 Outrunner: http://bit.ly/3obzqp5

Am I WRONG? Axial Capra UTB18 Review and Run

November 07, 2022 in Axial Capra

The Axial Capra UTB18 is a new contender filling a neglected area of the market. But is it neglected for a reason? Is this new truck worth buying?

Support the channel by purchasing thru these links:

From Horizon: https://bit.ly/3fJiCFy

From Amain: https://bit.ly/3t8lm2h

Put your friends LCG Cheater to shame - Dlux Pro MOA - Episode 1

August 04, 2022 in Comp Crawlers WRCCA

If you're after the ultimate in performance on the rocks, this is the place to start. The 2.2 Pro class in competition rock crawling is the pinnacle in competition crawling. This has been going since 2004 and is the responsible for the birth of most of the scale crawlers we have today!

The truck I am assembling today can be found here is made by Dlux Fab.

Dlux 2.2 Kit: https://bit.ly/3JxbF4Y

Other Parts Used

Shifts RC GT3 Servo: https://bit.ly/3cSWaI3

Holmes Hobbies Crawlmaster Magnum Stubby Motors: https://bit.ly/3QgruyX

Holmes Hobbies BR-Mini ESC x 2: https://bit.ly/3QgrT4r

Futaba 7PX: https://bit.ly/3zVV47x

Axialfest West 2022 - Was it worth it?

July 25, 2022 in Vlogs, Axialfest

Axialfest 2022 is in the books. We spent two days at the event but this video will give you a look into what Saturday was like for us.

Ripper on the Rubicon - Axialfest 2022 Scouting Trip!

July 15, 2022 in Axialfest, Vlogs

Axialfest 2022 is just around the corner and this year it's at a new location. Robbs resort is the host and I don't know anything about it. I made a quick trip up the hill for another event that was happening and we brought some trucks to hit the rocks with as well!

#axialfest2022 #vanquishripper #harleydesigns

Element Performance Chassis Kit - The Titan - Team Garage Hack

June 08, 2022 in Element RC

Today we are converting a stock Element Ecto to the beginnings of a comp rig!

Element Ecto: https://bit.ly/3bBh9vz

Titan Chassis Conversion: https://bit.ly/3916o7P

Modular Front Bumper: https://bit.ly/3GX9VPy

Can Patina Paint be this easy? - Rusty RC Body

May 08, 2022

I have always been a poor painter! But I recently wanted to try using Moosejaw's tutorial video to do a patina paint job of my own. I'm doing a Proline Power Wagon cab for one of my rigs and this was a great time to dive in.

Shopping list from Amain: https://bit.ly/3v3Kt6c

Gun metal silver PS63: https://bit.ly/3M2tnxG

White PS1: https://bit.ly/3wbwHQe

Black PS5: https://bit.ly/3P60C4L

French Blue TS10: https://bit.ly/3P5Pll5

Rust color TS33: https://bit.ly/3KT8Zxt

Flat Clear PS55: https://bit.ly/3yiUPTL

Tamiya Weathering Master C Set: https://bit.ly/3KT91p5

Tamiya Weathering Paint Kit Set B: https://bit.ly/3L7VxWN

Moosejaw's Video: https://youtu.be/-h5UKm9bKsA

Making a DIY RC Body! - Custom Hood for UCFab Karnivor

December 13, 2021 in UCFab

In this video I walk thru the steps of building a custom hood for a my UCFab Karnivore chassis. This chassis uses a modified Proline hood from from a long discontinued body. So it was time to dive in a make my own!

Visit https://oldtimerc.com/ use code: HARLEY10 to save 10% on the Vacucu3D Table Top Vacuum Forming Machines!

The full build details of my UCFab Karnivor can be found here: https://harleydesigns.com/ucfab-karnivore

#ucfab #vanquishproducts #vacuumforming

You're a Knob! - Scale News Update - Episode 181

November 16, 2021 in Scale News Update

This week's episode of the Scale News Update we cover news from MST, Carisma, Vanquish and more!

Visit https://oldtimerc.com/ use code: HARLEY10 to save 10% #ScaleNewsUpdate #teamEVGA #HarleyDesigns

RC4WD 1:24 TF2: https://bit.ly/3CrBH4s

Redcat G-Body Monte Carlo: https://bit.ly/3cj7M3w

DSM VFD Twin Micro Servo Mount: https://bit.ly/3cfp9SK

DSM Steering Wheel Thumb Style: https://bit.ly/3kH4dIZ

Old-Time RC SCX24 Portals: https://bit.ly/3qMGYBr

Jconcepts Knobs Monster Truck Tires: https://bit.ly/3CiQ7DJ

Jconcepts Launch Monster Truck Tires: https://bit.ly/3FnMpui

"Ultimate" - Scale News Update - Episode 180

November 09, 2021 in Scale News Update

This week's episode of the Scale News Update we cover news from MST, Carisma, Vanquish and more!

Visit https://oldtimerc.com/ use code: HARLEY10 to save 10% on the Vacucu3D Table Top Vacuum Forming Machines!

#ScaleNewsUpdate #teamEVGA #HarleyDesigns

Vacucu3D A4 Size Vacuum Former: https://bit.ly/2Ys64tm

Vacucu3D A3 Size Vacuum Former: https://bit.ly/3o8UU5z

TRAXXAS TOYOTA GR SUPRA GT4 RTR: https://bit.ly/3oauz7p

MST CFS-WS DC1 RTR: https://bit.ly/3klZ2hI

CARISMA SCA-1E RANGE ROVER 2.1 SPEC RTR:https://bit.ly/3oabZw6

CARISMA REAR BED AND CAGE SET: https://bit.ly/304S4pU

Vanquish VRD1 Rear Cage: https://bit.ly/3mVyuFr

RC4WD TEQ Ultimate Scale Cast Axles: https://bit.ly/307QyDD

RC4WD FUEL OFF-ROAD 1.55″ ZEPHYR BEADLOCK: https://bit.ly/3CUvXB4

Jconcepts 2018 Cobra Jet Mustang: https://bit.ly/3bQ40P7

CarWow Arrma Vs F1 Vs Mclaren: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f1O1hOab2O8

Holiday Stretch - Scale News Update - Episode 179

November 02, 2021 in Scale News Update

This week's episode of the Scale News Update we cover news from Axial, Drag Race Concepts, Vanquish and more! Visit https://ridge.com/harley10 use code: HARLEY10 to save 10% #ScaleNewsUpdate #teamEVGA #HarleyDesigns

Vanquish Products VS4-10 Phoenix Portal: https://bit.ly/3b0cFhb

Knight Customs: https://bit.ly/3cRfgcn

Scale By Chris: https://bit.ly/3q3UobT

FMS German Type 82 Barrel Truck: https://bit.ly/31p4867

Axial SCX6: https://bit.ly/3lU15L6

Vanquish Plink Beadlock and IFR Rings: https://bit.ly/31bUpzR

DragRace Concepts Drag Pak Maxim No Prep Chassis Kit: https://bit.ly/3buWxF1

Furitek Liko Pro Brushless Combo For SCX24: https://bit.ly/3pYhVLh

Big Money - Scale News Update - Episode 177

October 19, 2021 in Scale News Update

This week's episode of the Scale News Update we cover news from Axial, Proline, ISDT and more! Visit https://ridge.com/harley10 use code: HARLEY10 to save 10% #ScaleNewsUpdate #teamEVGA #HarleyDesigns

Axial SCX6: https://bit.ly/3lU15L6

Knight customs SCX6 parts: https://bit.ly/2Z7TFLx

SCX6 Hyrax: https://bit.ly/2Z0PqRw

WPL D42 Body: https://bit.ly/2Z440HR

Cross GS02 Komodo Double Cab: https://bit.ly/3pkeBcT

Furitek Aluminum SCX24 Chassis Kits: https://bit.ly/3jcoohu

Old time RC SCX24 Portals: https://bit.ly/39lCnfs

Vacuum former: https://oldtimerc.com/

JConcepts Hunk and Tusk 4.75” Tires: https://bit.ly/2Z1icS2

ISDT ESC70: https://bit.ly/3vnA7OW

Class 1 - Scale News Update - Episode 174

September 28, 2021 in Scale News Update

This week's episode of the Scale News Update we cover news from MST, Vanquish, Proline, and MORE! #ScaleNewsUpdate #teamEVGA #HarleyDesigns

SMS Fixture Table: https://bit.ly/3m6NvTu

Vanquish IFR Beadlocks: https://bit.ly/3kJgo8O

Vanquish Lanyards: MST DC1 Release: https://bit.ly/3zHl6Ik

Knight Customs Prairie Wolf Parts: https://bit.ly/3CMAYLw

HPI FATLACE SUBARU BRZ BODY: https://bit.ly/39PqPBb

Killerbody 1:10 Driver: https://bit.ly/3kLS8Tj

JConcepts Hunk Class 1 Tire: https://bit.ly/39Y16XH

JConcepts Tusk Class 1 Tire: https://bit.ly/3ieZPzJ

Proline GTO Judge No Prep Body: https://bit.ly/3m7SDGH

RC4WD 1.0 Boggers: https://bit.ly/39HGN0a

RC4WD 1.0 Bashers: https://bit.ly/3ojn6EN

SCX24 Budget Build Off: https://youtu.be/u9cJhQPa33I

New RTR Week - Scale News Update - Episode 173

September 21, 2021 in Scale News Update

This week's episode of the Scale News Update we cover news from Hobbytech, Vanquish, Traxxas, and MORE! #ScaleNewsUpdate #teamEVGA #HarleyDesigns

Vanquish Ryft Gears: https://bit.ly/3koNjPD

Traxxas Pro Scale Bronco Kit: https://bit.ly/3ArrmFp

SSD Brass Knuckles: https://bit.ly/2XFwuYg

Redcat Sixty Four: https://bit.ly/39kpBOb

Carisma Prairie Wolf RTR: https://bit.ly/3AuYT1m

GMade Buffalo TS RTR: https://bit.ly/3CnqPom

SCX24 Budget Build Off: https://youtu.be/u9cJhQPa33I

RC/PC Finale: https://youtu.be/QYTRSKM3eHY

Love it or leave it! - Scale News Update - Episode 172

September 14, 2021 in Scale News Update

This week's episode of the Scale News Update we cover news from Losi, Redcat, Reedy, and MORE! #ScaleNewsUpdate #teamEVGA #HarleyDesigns

Tamiya Lotus Europa: https://bit.ly/2YVDvVa

Redcat Marksman: https://bit.ly/3CcQm3J

Superscale2020 RTR truck: https://bit.ly/3loEEMq

Associated DR10 Pro React: https://bit.ly/3loTbaO

Knight Customs Knightrunner Bed Options: https://bit.ly/3nCM8hs

Furitek Digiboard: https://bit.ly/3nrMDeo

HPI Maverick QuantumR: https://bit.ly/3Cb9UoS

SCX24 Budget Build Off: https://youtu.be/u9cJhQPa33I

September 07, 2021 in Scale News Update

This week's episode of the Scale News Update we cover news from Losi, Redcat, Reedy, and MORE! #ScaleNewsUpdate #teamEVGA #HarleyDesigns

Bowhouse Element Spur Gear Mount: https://bit.ly/3DT6glu

Tenacity TT Pro with DX3 & Smart: https://bit.ly/3h99ffJ

Bitty design Camaro ZL21 body: https://bit.ly/3h8q8qY

Bitty Design ZL21 Wing: https://bit.ly/3l2R507

Reedy Blackbox 850R Drag ESC: https://bit.ly/3h9Slxp

Redcat LRH285: https://bit.ly/3yNroWf

Tamiya Landfreeder: https://bit.ly/3kZtVb6

SCX24 Budget Build Off Every Wednesday: https://youtu.be/u9cJhQPa33I

Axial SCX24 Budget Build - Chassis Swap - Week 5

September 01, 2021 in SCX24 Budget Build

IMPORTANT NOTE!!

For the chassis template, make sure page scaling is set to ACTUAL SIZE

Click here to download the chassis Template

This season of the Budget Build-Off, Matt from the @Scale Builder's Guild and myself will be upgrading the Axial Racing SCX24! Follow along for the next 8 weeks as we transform these vehicles into custom machines! #SCX24BudgetBuild #HarleyDesigns #ScaleBuildersGuild

SCX24 Vehicles and Upgrades: https://bit.ly/2TRxAhB

Lot of Brass Options: https://bit.ly/37Tpad6

Chassis Template: https://bit.ly/3kKTyw8

Shapeways Chassis Cross Braces: https://bit.ly/3BulNpD

Carbon Fiber: Drill Bit: https://amzn.to/38uaxx3

Thingiverse Chassis Listing: https://bit.ly/3zzRtcN

Low CG 3D Printed Battery Tray: https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:4941773

GensAce Tattu 300mah 2s Batteries: https://bit.ly/38gqaba

Gundam Tool Kit: https://amzn.to/3zjo4Dr

Soldering Iron: https://amzn.to/3gwytEu

PowerHobby Brass Gear Cover: https://bit.ly/2W5Hpcp

Axial LWB Link Set: https://bit.ly/2W8i2qM