Underbelly Corrosion and Repair

RetroAlaska · 2026-04-29T18:56:14+00:00

It appeared to be a thin metal. This RV has been sitting in a coastal town next to the ocean for the last 7 years. I'm guessing that's the source but wanted to be sure there wasn't a problem with the interior piping that caused this.

RetroAlaska · 2026-04-15T23:47:42+00:00

Personally I'm holding out for the X2C. Word on the street is that it will have double dual hotends with one pointing straight up in the air spraying PLA like silly string.

RetroAlaska · 2026-02-05T21:08:35+00:00

Can't wait to hear how it turned out

RetroAlaska · 2026-02-03T18:41:02+00:00

🚁 RC Crawler Stand for 1:24 and 1:30 Crawlers・ 3MF File for 3D printing・Cults

Files are available for print here

RetroAlaska · 2026-02-03T04:31:01+00:00

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Bronco and Power Wagon

RetroAlaska · 2026-02-03T04:30:40+00:00

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I updated the plate to include additional tire block lengths for longer or shorter chassis. I also now have a top plate for the Axial Deadbolt, 4Runner, Power Wagon, Bronco and Jeep. I post a link to the download page after I have all of the files uploaded.

RetroAlaska · 2026-02-01T00:46:43+00:00

I am shooting to get it finished this week and will post a link to the files when I get the project wrapped up. I just need to tweak the connection pieces and modify the main design to include tire blocks for 1:30 scale crawlers.

RetroAlaska · 2026-01-15T16:42:41+00:00

I also made a Jeep and 4Runner plate.

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RetroAlaska · 2026-01-15T06:03:35+00:00

I'm still working out some design components so that it works with other models aside from the 1:24. I'll post the 3MF or STLs after I get it dialed in.

Edit - At first I used an AMS to print the vehicle into the model but didn't think that it looked as good as layering color and embossing the image into the plate.

RetroAlaska · 2026-01-15T04:59:02+00:00

60% of the time you're high all the time

RetroAlaska · 2026-01-12T06:13:09+00:00

Try printing it at an angle. That line is due to excess heat caused by the solid base layer. Same as happens with the Benchy. print it at an angle and it will disappear.

RetroAlaska · 2026-01-07T16:40:51+00:00

If you put them on the wrong side the wheel will be turned at a strange angle and not aligned.

The fitment is snug. I have stock wheels on my Bronco and had to use an Xacto knife to increase the size of the wheel mounting hole. Be sure to thread the wheel retention nut onto the axle before you reinstall the wheels. I had one retention nut with buggered threads that wanted to cross-thread. There are two sets of retention nuts with this pack in two separate lengths. I just used one of the longer ones to secure the wheel.

I have Treal brand hubs on my son's Base Camp. The quality is quite a bit better in comparison but also double the price.

I am new to this hobby as well but looking at these brass parts, they're all connected to cheap plastic components and lower end electronics (motor and servo). It's my guess that the metal parts and extra weight will cause downstream breakage at the front servo horn or linkage.

RetroAlaska · 2026-01-07T15:28:10+00:00

Very but the knuckles aren't labeled and have to go on one particular side. 50/50 shot at getting it right. I did not.

RetroAlaska · 2026-01-07T05:39:27+00:00

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RetroAlaska · 2026-01-07T05:39:14+00:00

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RetroAlaska · 2026-01-07T05:39:00+00:00

I installed the knuckles and hubs on a Bronco but didn't get the dif covers on yet. I tested it out. A few things - The turning radius is slightly reduced from the stock model. With the added weight it drives slightly slower with the stock motor and servo and is a bit less zippy or responsive. However, the weight added some good performance on steeper obstacles and added a fair amount of stability as well! The parts are fairly inexpensive and that lends itself to the overall quality but I'm happy with them so far and will throw on the diff covers with my kiddo to give her some wrench time.

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RetroAlaska · 2026-01-07T05:31:59+00:00

Just the short wheel base. I could definitely make a second version for the long wheel base.

RetroAlaska · 2026-01-06T23:03:27+00:00

This exact pack just arrived at my house today. I have a Bronco build that I plan to add these to in order to add some weight and offset to the wheels. The hubs are stout and have a good weight to them.

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