Best option will be a mix of option 2 and 3. Use the transmission case of option 2 for 19.99 and the links of option 3 for 9.89 and also the foams for 7.90 , the cover for 15.99 , ending with a total of 53.77. Just 0.59 over the budget

@notG1O

2 жыл бұрын

100% this

@vmaxmercer

2 жыл бұрын

That was my thought exactly, definitely this option, combination of 2 and 3

Love it! How about a Tamiya CC-02 budget build off for the next one? Should be a challenging one :D

"Welcome to the Budget Build guys, I spent $4000 so you don't have to!"

@HarleyDesignsInc

2 жыл бұрын

I’m a public servant!

@adamkaser4759

2 жыл бұрын

$1260.21 … I mean 399.99 for me.Great series though !

@B_Skeen

2 жыл бұрын

Josh could do a SCX24 BBO part 2 and built two trucks with all his parts that didn't make the cut

@mikej8832

2 жыл бұрын

Only $4,000? Thinking twice that...

@woodland_rc4712

2 жыл бұрын

Matt, surely you know NOT to get involved in a contract with Josh.

Option 4 (modified option 3): Use one set of foams and cut them in half. That's what most of the SCX24 guys do. I run them like that in Scramblers and it works great. That frees up $3.95. Definitely keep the steering link upgrade. Ditch the alloy upper truss. Keep the rear diff cover. That leaves you with $23.35, so add in the alloy transmission case for $19.99. That leaves you with $3.36. Use a couple of cents from that to throw some grease in the stock shocks and maybe print out some pre-load spacers from Thingiverse if you need them.

Wow that be awesome. Betty is looking awesome dude I like it

Love your build that Betty is awesome.👏👍💯

I put waterproof grease in my stock shocks works great 👍

Man I absolutely love the wheel and tire combo

Fun is spending hours making a fire extingisher with a 1/4 inch label and a little stick man pointing it even made the little diamond insignia, my little bungees made from pony tail holders look legit, I almost got the full kit, rifle, shovel, pick , tow rope, I might be a little obsessive. I got a Deadbolt with a creep body, SCRUB, Camo paint, Wranglers, Metal beadlocks brass knuckles, internal spring shocks, and a little lead on the servo and rear diff, I'm having a blast with mine.

Great build Josh. Have a great time at Proline.

foams and links for sure!! great build series!! budget build a lmt!!

I think sending them to Smiggen’s Folly for a side by side comparison would be pretty awesome. Great build!

I would recommend a mix of parts from Option 2 and Option 3: Option 2 - trans case ($19.99) ; Option 3 - steering links ($9.89) + CI foams ($7.90) + Rear cover ($15.99). Although it's slightly over the budget at $53.77, I think those changes are the most effective.

@jordanpierce1366

2 жыл бұрын

Can vouch for the foams and steering links(use treal for the links much tighter than other brands)

With fwd weight bias trucks ive had great success running the firmer of the 2 diff foams in the front on 1/10th scale trucks

And now I backed another Kickstarter! Hoping to see a two front axle option for us with 4WS rigs. Plus excited to see it included the bumper you designed!!

Your guys should do a budget build off with comp style flat rail trucks, start with a builder's kit, Axial, Element, SSD, or axle kit and trans (with a similar total price), and then the chassis kit.

Awesome content. I put in the steering links and the shocks. The shocks were prone to binding and took an afternoon worth of fiddling to get in, but SO MUCH BETTER than stock. Worth the cost and mucking around (heck - that’s the hobby, so all good!).

@RS-sv3bl

2 жыл бұрын

RC4WD wheels and tyres also a faff, but look and perform great vs stock (once you can finally get ‘em together)

This has been a great series. Lots of information and ideas for the scx24s. Thanks for the great videos.

Yea they do!!! They are like Gremlins!!!! I got a Betty for Christmas last year now I have 6 24's!!!!🤣🤣🤣🤣 I like the Treal shocks, but what has worked for me is a little dab of dielectric grease in the shocks.i would go with opt3

You guys are so fun with these build offs. That time went by so fast. Thank you.

Great series 👏, as far as the shocks , I have pretty much tried them all . And for me the emulsion shocks actually work the best . I use a 40 w Traxxas oil . And there is dampening. And takes a lot of the bouncing down the rocky straightaway on our crawler track. If they are sticking they have replaced them for me . Much appreciated. Because when Done right these little shocks are smooth and with the light springs work great . I used mofo's flex blades with them and now they are made of aluminum along with his shock plate mounts also aluminum now . I also use a small washer in between the plate and upper shock mounts. To keep the shocks in line helps with any binding. I want to hear more about the tire foams and how well it works out on the rocks . I have always used the stock foams . And I do see how my Patagonia tires are looking very soft as our crawlers have gotten heavier over the months of mods . I like the tires you chose. We chose Patagonia because they don't rub and I hate rubbing 😒. And that they really work well . On our natural rock course. 🪨 they just stick and don't slip . And I have tried and spent money on a lot of tires that I just won't use . I always go back to Patagonia . Thus hobby with these scx24's is so much fun . I find myself working on them 7 to 8 hours a day 3 to 4 days a week . I'm retired and glad to have all my grandkids enjoying them . We have 7 now . Lol 😆 🤣

Keep 3, but delete the rear truss and put on the aluminum trans case.

I got a Deadbolt about 8 weeks ago and slowly threw on my hop ups. It was fun to follow along and get this thing to perform MUCH better on the rocks. This SCX24 has been more fun in the backyard than my SCX10s. Thanks, I enjoyed this budget build more than any other so far.

hmmm. "Choose your own adventure".. that's an interesting method for Budget Build...I vote for Option 3. Nice build!!

This is great stuff. Thanks for the info and entertainment. Love the betty, I've got a 10 scale body thats not setting on anything at the moment, so it was fun to see the little one go together.

Annnnnndddd now I have portals coming for my SCX😂. My c10 is so over built already. Great series of videos 👌🏻

I love watching these series!! Awesome work!!! Great information Harley!! Would love to see the next budget build on the Element Platform maybe builders kit V2.

The steering link upgrade is a must, helped so much on mine. I’m super on fence with foams, running mine with those steelies and no foams, it stays air tight and let tyre comfort around obstacles. Shocks I want oil filled ones but they all seem a bit wonky, grabbed some power hobby knockoffs from Amazon with no seals for like a tenner and they work okayish for now. Portals seem hella cool but all the 24 need are cvd’s for sharper turning

This series has been so great, seeing how quickly each of you went in different directions with your builds. I've really enjoyed it, and can't wait to see what you choose next. RTR, or kit. Buggy, crawler or scale vehicle. Whatever it is, I hope it'll be as great as this series has been. 👍🏻

Wpl Budget project for sure! :D

I ended up with CI soft foams in the rear and medium up front in my SCX24 but I also cut them in half. You've got way more patience than me if you were able to stuff that whole foam in a tire AND assemble those RC4WD wheels.

Nice job! Looking forward to the running video.👍

Great series guys it’s crazy how many parts are out their for this little rigs. Seems like their coming out with new parts for the scx24s. Can’t wait for another budget build series

Awesome job Josh!! Betty is looking awesome, been working on my Betty mostly Treal, and Hot racing been following both of You guys budget build both winners in my book

Axial ryft budget build. Love the truck man! Awesome build. Had a blast watching this series!

Excellent video Josh. Your enthusiasm shows on this project. Good info man. Because of this series my daughter now has a SCX24 DeadBolt. Its been fun tuning in with you and Matt. Cheers!!!

Just found these, love the series, but can’t find the running video you promised. Desperate to see this beast run!

Thanks for the video, I love some of these new parts coming. ✌

For the next budget build you guys should do VS4-10 Ultras! "Budget Vanquish"

Go with all of the options. It’s worth it to make the Wednesday night live stream entertaining

I would go with option 2. Like your technical videos. You and Matt are a good contrast. Looking forward to your next project.

Yes exactly soft in front medium in the back for climb in those hills seems to work really good

Two different builds. Looks then performance or Pure performance then looks? I can't decide. Our friend from the north or good old U S of A. I'll take BOTH!😁GREAT job guys.👍

Funny how so much has changed in less than a year. Now, we have alloy portal axles, brass portal axles, CVD's, universals, wide axles (+16mm), adjustable hub wheels, multiple models of 64mm tires, multiple comp style chassis with sliders and flat skids, better stock electronics, two new models of SCX24, and tons of other stuff. I know you don't want to do the same model twice, but I think it'd be a lot of fun to do another build-off using current parts, then test your old builds against the new ones.

@TrokaRC

2 ай бұрын

What parts would you use? Plan to do similar build.

I believe the see CI foams are meant to be cut to whatever width you need.

I have enjoyed this build very much and found it informative

Another great 'Budget Build Off' gentleman! Really enjoyed this, almost convinced me to buy one (but not quite😉)! As always though, the true winner is us, the viewers!Btw Josh, option #3 or a mix of #2 and #3, as mentioned.

Great build off! 💪🏾💯

Go with option 2. Do something a little out of left field and do a budget build on a Redcat Gen8! Budget truck for a budget build?

Awesome rigs,, they both stand out nicely. Can't wait to see it on the rocks. I'd like to see a budget build off with the Atlas 6x6. It's a rig that has limited aftermarket parts. Something... more challenging. I purchased one, and haven't seen much possibilities.

Option 4 throw it all on before the running vid :)

the facial hair change every week on the recap was fantastic

I actually cut those micro foams into two or three pieces depending on the tire since they're so wide. This would also work with your style of budget build since you can claim only half the cost if don't use the whole package of foams 😏

@maxman1244

2 жыл бұрын

I always do that too... In fact, my local shop literally recommends it. We all thought that's what there for 😂

I just installed the Yeah Racing steering linkage, for the price I like it a lot. Another shock option is from MoFo RC, actually just put them on last night. And I just ordered the micro foams!!

I went with the Carisma MSA-1E Aluminum Oil Shocks. I had to make custom mounts, since they were longer but the articulation is smooth as butter now. Since I made custom mounts and limited the shocks I don’t have that mister truck look.

I might have to order those portals. Looks sweet.

Lol ya right! Everyone knows you are not taking upgrades off. I absolutely do not blame you either!

Great video and build Josh! Can’t wait to see your next budget build sir. Maybe a core truck build???

I think a mix of option 2 and 3. Use the transmission from option 2 19.99 and everything except the diff cover from option 3.

Option 3, but get rid of the foams and get the trans cover from option 2

Steering is huge......I think the foams are a better suspension upgrade than the shocks.....I say option 3 plus the Trans case

ok i need those portals when they come out for my betty, but ill have to find some different brass hexs for them

Option three hands down

Hot racing steering link is the best it’s the way the drag link mounts to the top instead of the side that’s why it jiggles, with the drag link mounted to the top of the tire rod lemonade,s All of the slap

$53.18 balance Option 1.5!! $19.99 trans $15.99 cover $9.89 links $6.89 truss $0.42 remaining!! Skip the shocks and foams!

Yeah I run the same foam they are great

I think a cool budget build would be some sort of comp crawler or rock bouncer like the ryft

But where is the video of you guys using these trucks? I thought you said in the first tht there would be some usage video too. Am I just missing it? Great series either way. I'm new into these little truck and thought yours were some of the best videos on upgrade I've seen yet.

Bud I don’t know what to your doing but you are losing serious weight. Keep up the great job!!

24’s like gizmo around water 👊🏽🤣😂

I started this budget build with a c-10. I now own 4 of these. One for each family member was my train of thought 😉🤦🏻‍♂️

I think you should keep the trans case and the foams steering link diff cover

I was sure you were trying to replace all the parts so that you could refund a whole stock truck in the end lol

I’ve been wanting portal axles for so long about time someone brings them to market

I think the only suggestion I would have for stuff like this is pitting the trucks against each other after each week on a course to see how they compare. It's neat to watch the evolution of the truck, but we don't get to see the practical side of how it actually works just that you spent/saved money on the truck.

You should do a video about that power wagon build you have going on too!!

Will you do the upgrades and then do the final run video with them installed? Maybe you can sneak in a set of the portal axles!

(But Wait There's More) 😂 the pitchman had me at the edge of my seat Ha Ha..... Great finale Josh

super lube silicon oil 100cst(10w) with the soft springs in the oil shocks on my c10 gets the bounce out of the truck and feel just a bit harder then stock

How about you guys start with the vs4 10 chassis kit and do the budget build off. It would be interesting to see what you guys do with them.

I recently installed some Crawler Innovations foams, in the same configuration you suggested: soft front, med rear. I cut mine in half, so they were about 30% wider than stock. It still feels plenty supported, but the tire still flexes on extreme side angles. Time will tell how they last through water, as I run around the river bank frequently. The stock RC4WD foams were very degraded..

Can't wait to crawl some micros at Proline with you 💪

Either do a mini z or a 1/8 truggy budget build in the same fashion of a weekly budget. Otherwise it would be fun to actually see a traditional budget build where you do the cheapest things you could find and do the scx24 again for that. Limit of 3 upgrades per week for 8 weeks and see who spends the least

I like it it’s amazing

Has the running video ever been released? Can't seem to find it. Would be really interested to see it.

Sure enjoyed this series. Just watched it yet again and I'm super curious about your portal rig. Any running video? Thoughts?

the best part was watching your facial hair change as you went through all 8 weeks lol

You should do a budget build for something you can use at a hill climb event.

I usually caution to much flex with crawlers (must admit tho) I've never seen so much flex outta the factory, as my RTR Axial Gladiator & it's amazing even in RTR form, have to admit I was impressed..

Flex Friday..!! Kinda missing this stuff now. been gone since 2016. -StupidShetHead

Option three but add the trans case and get rid of the trust

I would do option 3 minus the foams, add the trans case. Or just blow the budget and do the foams too!

I'd like to see a budget build off where you have to build a one off crawler with strictly off the shelf parts from a bunch of different makers, and maybe bonus points for *more* different makers.

Scx24....No budget build off! The only limit is time?

SCX10iii early bronco budget build OR... RC4WD TF2 ( you guys each pick which model to work with...)

Next build should be a 6x6 recovery vehicle. I would love to see the different styles you two would come up with.

Option 3 but ditch the rear link mount and buy high clearance links

I am so jealous I want some portals

Great build. I'd go with option 3 since it'll have the best performance for the dollar. How about no prep semis for the next build?

Great series fun to watch all the upgrades!.. When will the driving challenge be shown?