Finally an update to the Creeper. It's been awhile and some progress has been made.
The remote diff lock mods didn't work out too well. The mounting just didn't work, and trying to operate them on different channels was not working out either. So I got some new remote diff lock kits and got them mounted in the manufacturer's recommended location.
The shock rebuilds when better than I expected. I only had a slight difficulty on 1. So the shocks are back to factory default, but with a slightly heavier weight oil. I didn't have enough of the stock kit oil and grabbed the left over from the SCX10 kit.
I also got in some new electronics. Two new servos with more torque for steering. Yes, two to have 4 wheel steering setup. A new Novak ESC that is designed for crawling. A new higher capacity battery for longer run times. Some lights for the Creeper. Picked up a basic set with 12 lights and 4 modes for a great price. Let's just say that the Creeper will crawl and provide a party atmosphere.
Some non electronic upgrades include an upgraded drive line with improved joints. The original setup uses grub screws to hold a yoke pin into a yoke cylinder, and lock tight is to be used on the screws. Unfortunately this makes for a very difficult and frustrating rebuild/disassemble process. The upgrade uses collars to hold in the pins, and the center drive line collars use larger grub screw to stop slipping. This ends up giving some strength on the joints and makes for a much easier rebuild. Also got a new gray servo plate for the rear servo to match the front. A new green steering linkage set for the rear, again to match the front. Some Axial light buckets for easy light mounting. And a new body to top it all off with.
I need to get new connector style on the motor for use with the new ESC. So until then, I'll continue with the old reliable Novak Rooster. I got all the upgrade parts mounted, and lights installed on the body. Need to attach a few lights to the steering servos. Now all the wiring needs to be cleaned up.
Hopefully this means that I'll get it up and running soon and should have some new videos too.
