Grand Hauler build
 

Hello all,

I just received by mail the Grand Hauler kit, complete with MFC, bearing set, radio and servers. Had a good deal in Germany (google for Modellbau Berlinski - funny is that they are cheaper than their own eBay site) for a full kit so went for it.

I am quite amazed about the size of this thing so far, seen a million youtube videos but in real its quite intimidating. Really looking forward to this build, it wil be my first truck.

What i have seen so far, there are a few things i want to change. Maybe some forum members can point me in the right direction

- motor: i want to use a 55T motor instead of the standard 540can. What brand/type is recommended and is a 55T recommended?

- rims/tyres: Not a big fan of the Tamiya chrome rims to be honest. Any source for nice aluminium rims and maybe nicer tyres too?

- The nose/radiator. Don't really like the look of the standard Tamiya one, i think the King hauler is nicer for instance. Are there aftermarket replacements for this available?

Will post pictures of the build, which will probably commence later this week or next weekend!

Ruud

Re: Grand Hauler build
 

True scale rc do some nice grills. There are 3 different inserts to choose for diff pattern. There are some quite cheap rims on ebay. I bought a carson poison motor off ebay. About 50$ australian door to door

Re: Grand Hauler build
 

These are the rims i bought for my truck.
http://m.ebay.com.au/itm/alloy-wheel...19.m1438.l2649
Tyres
http://m.ebay.com.au/itm/4-pcs-Rubbe...19.m1438.l2649
Grill. These are the ones i spoke of. Didnt see them on truescales website tho.
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Aluminum-...wAAOSwl8NVX5~z

Re: Grand Hauler build
 

Cheers! Many thanks!

Re: Grand Hauler build
 

Check out these sites for parts.

www.rcbrmin.com
www.gardentrucking.com
http://www.ihbscalemodels.com/ <------ Steve makes very nice rims
https://en.fechtner-modellbau.de
http://www.metalhobi.com/en/urun-kategori/1-14-products