RC Top Faux Buff CAT 10

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Re: RC Top Faux CAT 10

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Next decision is 1/4" CVD or 3/16" CVD. For this build I'm leaning toward 1/4".
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Re: RC Top Faux CAT 10

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I also need to decide which gearbox is going in. I kind of think the new Factory Works / JC Racing hybrid gearbox would be the right setup, but have to think about it a little more. For now it's at a stopping point.
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Re: RC Top Faux CAT 10

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I have a nice 6 gear that has needed a home for a while. This chassis feels like the right one for it.

I didn't realize the AYK Buffalo had laydown rear shocks like this. I think I need to update the name to the Buff CAT 😁
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Re: RC Top Faux CAT 10

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Got my bearings, in both axle sizes.
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I don't use the jelly bean wheels very often, but since I have a nice set and the tires from my CC kit the 1/4 axles will get used in this build.
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Re: RC Top Faux CAT 10

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Now just the need to decide on a body.
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I think this Penguin body is going to be the right choice since it's meant to end in front of the rear shock tower.
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Re: RC Top Faux CAT 10

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I like the low slung sawed off look of that body, great candidate for this build……
I’d say to figure out a paint scheme that shows off the lay down front shocks maybe either clear or trans candy. It would be a shame to cover them up.
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Re: RC Top Faux CAT 10

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MarkyDents wrote: Sat Apr 06, 2024 5:58 pm I like the low slung sawed off look of that body, great candidate for this build……
I’d say to figure out a paint scheme that shows off the lay down front shocks maybe either clear or trans candy. It would be a shame to cover them up.
We are thinking similarly on the paint scheme.

Body is trimmed and fitted. Rear body mount was moved forward a little over an inch and a new gearbox brace was added.
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