| AX10 SCORPION RTR (Ready-to-Run): ROCK RACER TECH TIPS |
| Whats a Rock Racer? The best way to describe a rock racer, is that it's an off-road racer, yet it's still able to crawl over hi-friction terrain. It's the best of both worlds. You've got the speed, yet you still have the tremendous crawling capabilities of a rock crawler. |
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| Maximize your RTR into an all out Rock Racer! This build will focus on building a capable rock racer without having to break the bank. Since the RTR comes right-out-of-the-box as a Rock Racer, you'll be able to start bash'n' in little time. We'll also provide some additional steps you can take to increase the RTR for added durability. |
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NOTE: Prices are meant to be approximated prices. Prices may vary.
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| STAGE 1 |
Punch two holes into the tire |
no cost |
Benefit: Tire holes allow air in and out of the tire to prevent tire bounce and disfiguration. Use wire cutters, scissors, or an X-acto blade to cut two small holes into the tire. You'll notice a significant increase in performance when traversing over irregular terrain.
Modification: Carefully make an incision in the tire. The hole needs to be big enough to allow air in and out. Also the other hole should be directly opposite of the first hole (180 degrees). |
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Trim the tire foam |
no cost |
Benefit: Trimming the tire foam will further reduce the amount of tire bounce, and cutting the foams will allow your tires to be able to contour to the terrain for increased traction. It's the same concept as when you air down your tire pressure on your full scale/1:1 vehicle.
Modification: Cut down the size of the foam so that the foam doesn't completely fill the tire (causing the tire to bulge). If you're trying to optimize your foams for rock crawling, you may want to cut your foams in a star pattern. Also, narrowing the foams will reduce sidewall bulge. |
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Switch battery to a saddle pack and relocate to the front axle |
6 cell $27.99
8 cell $34.99 |
Benefit: This is probably one of the most significant modifications you can do for your RTR. The RTR was initially designed to accomodate enthusiast who already had stick-packs, but it isn't necessarily the best location for handling/performance. Switching to a saddle pack will dramatically lower your center-of-gravity (CG) for better handling which will reduce roll-overs.
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1ST SET OF IMAGES: We used zip ties and velcro to make sure the battery packs didn't move. Using both, will assure a secure installation.
• 2ND SET OF IMAGES: Use the velcro straps supplied with the RTR, and attach them to your axles with M3 screws. This allows you to quickly and conveniently charge/change your batteries.
Battery Location: We chose to place the battery packs over the front axle to maintain your rock racers crawling potential, but you can also try other locations. Ultimately, the main objective is to keep your weight as low as possible.
Tip: Be sure to check out MaxAmps battery's. They offer specific applications for the Axial AX10 Rock Crawlers. Click here for more info
Need more information about battery's? Check out www.nitrokillers.com |
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Lower and trim the body for increased wheel clearance. |
no cost |
Benefit: This is a very cost effective and easy modification. Cutting your body will allow for increased wheel articulation and prevent any interference with your body.
ATTN: We don't recommend this step if you aren't proficient in using the tools required for this step, so we'd suggest that you have a qualified individual help you with this modification. Improper use can cause bodily harm.
Modification: Trimming the body: With an x-acto blade or scissors, we suggest you follow the faint line on the body. You may cut more, but we suggest that you create a template prior to cutting.
Tip: If your using an x-axto blade, break off the tip of your x-acto blade, so that it's more stable when cutting. The pointed tip is less stable when cutting thicker materials. |
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Lock the front axle: swap the locked rear axle to the front |
no cost |
Benefit: Locking the front axle will provide your rock racer with the maximum amount of traction for the front wheels while the rear wheels drive your rock racer forward. Having the locker in the front will reduce the turning radius slightly, but the trade off is worth it.
Modification: Take apart the front and rear axle assemblies (please refer to your instruction manual for the dissambly of the axle or download the instructions located on the right-side of the page), and simply swap out the other half of the axle including the internals. This process will take upwards of 20mins.
Note: The RTR comes with an additional sintered diff locker. Adding the supplied locker to both axles will provide your crawler with the maximum amount of traction for rock crawling. |
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| STAGE 2 |
Replace front springs to a softer spring rate. |
$6.50 |
Benefit: Directly out-of-the-box, the RTR's suspension is set-up to be well balanced. Changing your spring rates to a softer spring rate up front will allow your suspension to absorb the contours of the terrain, and the softer spring will be less prone to be upset by irregular surfaces.
Modification: Remove all shocks and replace springs (please refer to your instruction manual for detailed instructions or download the instructions located on the right-side of the page). |
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| STAGE 2 |
Aluminum shock bodies and oil |
$35.00x2 |
Benefit: Adding aluminum shock bodies greatly improve the durability of your shocks. The strength of the aluminum body creates a very strong shock to take on some hardcore bashing.
Modification: Prior to getting started, you'll want to make sure that you have a proper place to work on your shocks. You'll also want to make sure that you have additional shock oil on-hand because different viscosities of oil will effect the performance of the shock, and you'll want to make sure you use the appropriate shock oil with whatever spring rate you're running. A good rule of thumb is to use thinner oil with softer springs, and thicker oil with stiffer springs. |
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Check out Axials Brad "Bender" Dumonts RTR Rock Racer build on RCCrawler.com |
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| AXIAL / SKYJACKER |
| Axial/Skyjacker Skyjacker is a brand synonomous with high quality rugged suspension, and the Axial AX10 Scorpion exudes many of the extreme capabilities of Skyjackers off-road products. So if you're an avid off-roader than Axial and Skyjacker are two names that go hand'n'hand with off-roading. Skyjacker and Axial set out to conquer all terrain. |
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About Skyjacker Products: Skyjacker® builds quality suspension products...the best on the market. Skyjacker® offers a huge range of lift heights and levels of performance for most Chevrolet\GMC, Dodge, Ford, Jeep and Toyota vehicles. So go beyond the basic "lift kit" and get into a Skyjacker® performance suspension package. Ask for Skyjacker®, Rock Ready®, Softride®, Flex Series® and Softride® Shocks by name.
At Skyjacker®, we're listening! By hosting, sponsoring, supporting and participating in a vast array of outdoor events, Skyjacker® is extending a helping hand to the total sport of off-roading. Look for our "Rock Ready Tour Team" at the events. That's right, "We Test Where You Ride". By designing, testing, up grading and then more testing, Skyjacker® is surpassing the demands of both our customers and the harshest terrain.
For more information on Skyjacker, please visit www.skyjacker.com |
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| TOOLS REQUIRED |
• Axial metric drivers
• Electrical tape, double side tape, or any adhesive
• Body scissors
• Body reamer
• Zip ties
• CA glue |
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