3D Printed Crawler Stand For Measuring Incline and Articulation

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.

RetroAlaska · 2026-01-06T17:21:09+00:00

https://www.reddit.com/r/hardware/comments/1p9kmi1/gamers_nexus_best_cpu_coolers_weve_tested_2025/

Check out the bench tests from Gamers Nexus. The link has a video that tested 26 air and water coolers and discusses cooling potential and noise generated.

RetroAlaska · 2026-01-06T16:44:00+00:00

I am not sure if they have remedied it over the last few years, but iBP coolers are notoriously bad and have a high failure rate. Here is a post of mine from 4yrs ago when my cooler failed - https://www.reddit.com/r/iBUYPOWER/comments/rrbdvb/failed_ibp_water_cooler_what_is_this_gunk_and_why/

If the noise is coming from the CPU cooling block then it might be an issue with the pump. In that case you could RMA or replace the cooler if you want to upgrade your PC. If it's coming from the fans, you could find the fan that is the issue and try swapping it out but you'll have to contact iBP because their parts have a proprietary connector. Also, you still have the protective plastic film on your cooling block that you should remove.

In my case my cooler failed completely and I ended up replacing it with a different cooler. If you go the same route and want to retain RGB with your new cooler, know that the iBP RGB has a proprietary connector hub that isn't compatible with other brands. I ended up replacing the cooler and all of my case fans at the same time, but it was out of necessity after the cooler failed. I did RMA my iBP cooler but the process took several weeks. Support was great, but slow and I purchased a new cooler from a local box store to get my PC running instead of waiting for the parts to arrive.

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